WMATA Adjusts Route C41 Service for Construction

WMATA closes Route C41 stop at 14th and H Street NE for six months of construction

WMATA Closes Route C41 Stop for Six Months

Route C41 riders heading toward Anacostia won't be able to board at the 14th Street NE and H Street stop starting Monday, October 27, transit officials said. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority is closing the southbound stop, ID #1001126, for construction work that'll last until April 22, 2026. Two alternate boarding locations have been designated within walking distance of the closed stop.

Construction Project Spans Six-Month Period

The closure is part of construction work on 14th Street NE, according to WMATA. Transit agencies typically close bus stops temporarily when street reconstruction, utility work, or building projects make it unsafe or impossible for buses to pull over and board passengers. The six-month timeline suggests substantial infrastructure work in the area. WMATA didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is managing the project.

Two Alternate Stops Available for Riders

Passengers can use two nearby stops during the closure, officials said. The first alternate location is at 14th Street NE and F Street NE, stop ID #1001038, which is one block south of the closed stop. The second option is at Bladensburg Road NE and H Street NE, stop ID #1001164, located east of the original stop. Both alternate stops serve Route C41's southbound direction toward Anacostia. Officials didn't say whether the detour will affect travel times or if buses will maintain the same frequency at the temporary stops.

Closure Takes Effect Monday Morning

The stop closure begins Monday, October 27, 2025, and will remain in effect through April 22, 2026, according to WMATA. The agency typically implements service changes at the start of the service day, though officials didn't specify an exact time. Riders can sign up for MetroAlerts to receive updates about the closure and any changes to the timeline.

Riders Should Plan for Alternate Boarding

Route C41 passengers who regularly use the 14th Street NE and H Street stop should add extra time to reach one of the two alternate locations, transit officials said. The closure affects only the southbound stop toward Anacostia, while northbound service wasn't mentioned in the announcement. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and alternate route options for WMATA riders navigating service changes. WMATA customer support is available Monday through Friday from 7 am to 8 pm and weekends from 8 am to 8 pm.