WMATA Relocates D90 Stops for Safer Boarding

Two D90 bus stops on Massachusetts Avenue NW relocate April 30 for safety reasons

WMATA Moves D90 Bus Stops on Massachusetts Ave NW

Two D90 bus stops on Massachusetts Avenue NW will permanently relocate April 30 due to safety concerns, WMATA announced. The changes affect an eastbound stop near 15th Street and a westbound stop that'll move more than 200 feet to accommodate safer boarding conditions. The relocations are permanent and designed to improve passenger safety at both locations.

Safety Concerns Drive Stop Modifications

Transit agencies regularly evaluate bus stop locations to ensure passenger safety and operational efficiency. WMATA's decision to relocate these stops reflects ongoing efforts to address site-specific hazards that can affect boarding and alighting. The Massachusetts Avenue corridor serves as a major transit route connecting downtown Washington with upper Northwest neighborhoods. Officials said the modifications will create safer conditions for riders using these stops, though specific incident data that prompted the changes wasn't provided.

Eastbound Stop Shifts Six Feet, Westbound Moves 209 Feet

The eastbound stop #2450 (Stop ID #1001613) will move six feet west from its current location, shifting from behind a tree to in front of it, according to WMATA. The westbound stop at 15th Street (Stop ID #1005005) will relocate 209 feet west to the area in front of the Tunisia Embassy. Both stops will maintain service for the D90 route at their new locations. Officials confirmed these are permanent changes to the bus stop infrastructure, not temporary adjustments.

Changes Take Effect April 30

The stop relocations will take effect Thursday, April 30, 2026, WMATA confirmed. The agency has designated an advisory period running through June 30, 2026, to help riders adjust to the new locations. Officials didn't specify whether temporary signage or additional wayfinding will be installed to guide passengers during the transition period.

Riders Should Familiarize Themselves with New Locations

Passengers who regularly use these stops should plan accordingly and familiarize themselves with the new locations before April 30, transit officials said. The eastbound stop's six-foot shift will be relatively minor, while westbound riders will need to walk an additional 209 feet west from the current stop location. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and stop location updates for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes throughout the Washington metro area.