WMATA Began Shelter Work at Takoma Station
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority has launched bus shelter replacements at the Takoma Metro Station.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority began construction on bus shelters at Takoma Metro Station on September 21, 2026. This project has resulted in the closure of bus bays A and B, forcing several bus routes to shift to temporary boarding locations.
Why it matters
This construction is part of the ongoing WMATA Bus Shelter Replacement Program designed to modernize transit infrastructure. The transit authority is utilizing temporary, ADA-compliant stops to ensure continued accessibility for riders while work crews execute phase-based bay closures.
Bus bay changes are strictly scheduled by WMATA to occur at 3 a.m. every Monday morning. The current phase has closed bus bays A and B, requiring the relocation of Ride On Routes 18 and 25 and Metrobus Route D5X.
The players
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the transit system serving the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia.
The details
Construction crews are closing bus bays in phases throughout the duration of the project to facilitate shelter replacements. While Ride On Routes 18 and 25 have moved to temporary Bay T1, the Metrobus Route D5X has been reassigned to Bay C to accommodate the construction footprint.
Timeline
September 21, 2026: The bus shelter replacement project officially began at the station.
Monday mornings, 3 a.m.: The agency schedules all bus bay configuration changes to occur during these hours.
Market Landscape
This project reflects a broader push by regional transit agencies to upgrade aging infrastructure to meet modern accessibility standards. By implementing these phased improvements, the agency aims to maintain service continuity while slowly transitioning to newer, more efficient station amenities.
Riders should be aware that routes 18, 25, and D5X have been moved to new temporary locations within the station. Passengers can rely on the newly installed temporary stops being fully ADA-compliant during the construction period.
The takeaway
Commuters should check station signage or the official transit website weekly as bus bay assignments will continue to shift in phases. Planning for extra time during the morning commute is recommended while construction crews remain active at the site.
Further reading
For updates on regional transit infrastructure projects, visit the Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The MoCo Show.
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