WMATA Adjusts Service for Nebraska Ave Construction

WMATA closes Nebraska Ave NW bus stop weekdays through May 23 for construction work

WMATA Closes Nebraska Ave Bus Stop for 2 Weeks

Riders who use the bus stop at Nebraska Ave NW and Nevada Ave will need to find alternative boarding locations starting Monday, May 11. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the temporary closure will affect the C81 route and other buses serving the intersection. Construction work requires the stop to close from 8:30am to 4:30pm daily through Saturday, May 23, transit officials said.

Construction Drives Two-Week Closure

The nearly two-week closure stems from construction work at the intersection, according to WMATA. Transit agencies typically close bus stops temporarily when roadwork, utility repairs, or infrastructure projects make it unsafe or impossible for buses to pull over and board passengers. Officials didn't specify what type of construction is taking place at Nebraska Ave NW and Nevada Ave. The closure affects only daytime service, with the stop remaining open outside the 8:30am to 4:30pm window each day.

Alternative Stops Designated for Riders

WMATA has designated alternative bus stops for passengers who normally board at the closed location, though officials didn't specify where those temporary stops are located. The C81 route and other affected buses will continue operating on their regular schedules but won't stop at Nebraska Ave NW and Nevada Ave during closure hours. Riders should expect to walk to nearby stops during the construction period. Officials said they've posted signage at the closed stop directing passengers to alternative boarding locations.

Closure Runs Through Late May

The bus stop closure takes effect Monday, May 11, 2026, and continues through Saturday, May 23, 2026. Daily closure hours run from 8:30am until 4:30pm, meaning the stop will be available for morning rush hour service before 8:30am and evening service after 4:30pm. WMATA apologized for any inconvenience the closure may cause riders and encouraged customers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates.

Riders Should Plan for Detours

Passengers who regularly use the Nebraska Ave NW stop should allow extra time to reach alternative boarding locations during the closure period. Officials said riders can sign up for MetroAlerts to receive real-time notifications about the closure and any service changes. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and alternative route suggestions for WMATA riders navigating temporary stop closures.