WMATA F1X Route Adjusts for Construction Work
WMATA F1X route detours via Gunston Road due to Gorgas Road construction through August
WMATA F1X Route Detours on Gorgas Road
Riders heading to Fort Belvoir Commissary on WMATA's F1X bus route will need to plan for a detour starting March 30. The transit agency announced the temporary route change due to construction on Gorgas Road between Gunston Road and Woodlawn Road, affecting southbound service through August 31. Northbound buses traveling toward King St-Old Town won't be affected by the construction work.
Construction Zone Details
The construction project spans a section of Gorgas Road between two major intersections in the Fort Belvoir area. Transit agencies typically implement directional detours when construction affects only one side of a roadway or when alternate routes are available in one direction. WMATA officials said the work requires closing or restricting the southbound portion of Gorgas Road, making the detour necessary for buses heading toward the commissary. The five-month timeline suggests substantial roadwork, though officials didn't specify the nature of the construction project.
Detour Route Specifications
Southbound F1X buses will exit their regular route at Gorgas Road, turning onto Gunston Road instead of continuing straight. The buses will then navigate back to resume normal service on Sibert Road at the Fort Belvoir Commissary stop. Officials didn't provide details about how much additional travel time riders should expect or whether the detour affects any intermediate stops along Gorgas Road. The agency also hasn't said whether buses will serve temporary stop locations during the detour period.
Five-Month Implementation Period
The detour takes effect March 30, 2026, and will remain in place through August 31, 2026. WMATA typically notifies riders several weeks before major route changes, and the agency encouraged passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates. Officials didn't say whether the August 31 end date is firm or if construction delays could extend the detour period.
Rider Information and Updates
Passengers who regularly use the F1X route to reach Fort Belvoir Commissary should allow extra travel time during the detour period. WMATA officials said riders can sign up for MetroAlerts to receive real-time service updates and any changes to the detour timeline. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and alternate route suggestions for F1X riders affected by the construction detour.
