WMATA F1X Adjusts Route for Fort Belvoir Work
WMATA F1X southbound buses detour via Gunston Road due to Gorgas Road construction
WMATA F1X Route Detours on Gorgas Road Thru August
WMATA's F1X bus route will detour around construction on Gorgas Road between Gunston Road and Woodlawn Road starting March 30, 2026. The detour affects only southbound buses heading to Fort Belvoir Commissary, while northbound service to King St-Old Town won't change. The construction work will continue through August 31, 2026.
Construction Zone Details
The construction zone spans Gorgas Road between Gunston Road and Woodlawn Road in the Fort Belvoir area. WMATA officials said the work requires closing the road to through traffic, making the detour necessary for southbound F1X service. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is managing the project. Road construction projects in this area typically involve infrastructure improvements or utility work serving the military installation.
Detour Route Specifications
Southbound F1X buses will turn onto Gunston Road at Gorgas Road instead of continuing straight. The buses will then rejoin their regular route on Sibert Road at Fort Belvoir Commissary. WMATA officials said the detour adds minimal travel time to the route. Northbound buses traveling from Fort Belvoir Commissary toward King St-Old Town won't be affected and will maintain their normal route throughout the construction period.
Five-Month Timeline
The detour takes effect March 30, 2026, and will remain in place until August 31, 2026. WMATA officials said the five-month timeline aligns with the construction schedule, though they didn't provide details about potential extensions if work runs longer than expected. The agency typically evaluates detour routes periodically to ensure they're working as planned.
Rider Information
Passengers using the F1X route should expect the detour to remain in effect through late summer 2026. WMATA encourages riders to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates about the route. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and updated route information for F1X and all WMATA routes during detours and service changes.
