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Issue Date May 25, 2022 Issue Name Spring 2022

WMATA Final Phase of the Platform Improvement Project

Free Shuttle Bus Service
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​​Metro's Platform Improvement Project is making platforms safer and more accessible for all customers. As part of this multi-year project, Metro identified platforms at 20 outdoor Metrorail stations to rehabilitate. Since its launch in 2019, a total of 17 station platforms have been rehabilitated. Key customer experience improvements are also installed during construction, including:

  • New slip-resistant tiles
  • Brighter, energy-efficient LED lighting
  • Larger digital information display screens
  • New stainless-steel platform shelters with charging ports

Metro announced the final phase of the Platform Improvement Project, which will close the following Orange Line stations from Saturday, May 28 through Monday, September 5:

  • New Carrollton
  • Landover
  • Cheverly
  • Deanwood*
  • Minnesota Ave*

*Indicates stations will undergo modernization improvements only

Here's What to Expect:

  • Five Orange Line stations will be closed
  • Orange Line service will operate between Vienna and Stadium-Armory
  • Free shuttle bus service will operate between New Carrollton and Stadium-Armory​
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Visit www.wmata.com/platforms for current project information.​​

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