WMATA Relocates Stops for ADA Access Upgrades
WMATA relocates three bus stops on Indian Head Highway for ADA compliance upgrades
WMATA Moves 3 Bus Stops on Indian Head Highway
Riders using bus routes along Indian Head Highway will find three stops in new locations starting September 10, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced. The relocations affect routes C11, P93, P94, P95, and P97, with stops moving between 41 and 285 feet from their previous positions. The changes follow completion of Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility improvements and will remain in effect through September 30, 2026.
ADA Compliance Drives Stop Adjustments
The stop relocations are part of WMATA's ongoing infrastructure upgrades to ensure all bus stops meet federal accessibility standards, transit officials said. The agency has been systematically installing ADA-compliant boarding pads at stops throughout its service area, which spans the Washington DC metropolitan region. Once accessibility pads are completed at a location, stops are repositioned to align with the new infrastructure. WMATA operates bus, rail, and MetroAccess paratransit services across the region.
Three Stops Shift Along Livingston Rd Corridor
The northbound stop on Livingston Rd at Stop ID #3000423 has moved 285 feet south of its previous location, representing the most significant relocation of the three affected stops. The northbound stop on Audrey Ln, Stop ID #3004184, shifted 41 feet south, while the southbound Livingston Rd stop at Stop ID #3000411 moved 41 feet north. All three stops now feature completed ADA accessibility pads that provide level boarding surfaces for riders using wheelchairs or other mobility devices.
Changes Take Effect in September 2025
The stop relocations take effect September 10, 2025, and will remain in place through September 30, 2026, according to WMATA. The agency didn't specify whether the September 2026 end date indicates temporary relocations or represents a review period for the new stop positions. Transit officials encouraged customers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive notifications about service changes and updates affecting their routes.
Riders Should Verify New Stop Locations
Passengers who regularly use the affected stops should allow extra time to locate the new positions when the changes take effect in September, transit officials said. The relocations range from about 40 feet to nearly 300 feet from previous locations, which could affect where riders wait for buses along Indian Head Highway. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and updated stop locations for all WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes throughout the Washington DC area.
