MDOT MTA Purple Line Construction: Silver Spring Station

In April 2023, MDOT MTA Purple Line construction crews began work on the new mezzanine that will connect the future Purple Line Station to Metro, MARC, and the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit Center. The mezzanine will foster better connections for all transit customers, enhance accessibility, and increase capacity.

May 2023

The first phase of work, which started in May 2023, includes building a 200-foot-long protective barrier on the far end of the Metro platform to separate the public from the Purple Line work zone. Construction of the barricade on the platform is complete. An accessible pathway will be maintained on either side of the barricade for customers to board and exit the train. The barricade will remain on the platform for a year and a half.

July 2023

The second phase of work, which began in July 2023, includes closing and demolishing the pedestrian bridge to the MARC platform on the second level of the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit Center. The accessible pedestrian detour along Ripley Street is in place and will continue for approximately two years.

How will this work affect my trip?

Metro Bus or Metro Rail customers transferring to/from MARC trains must follow a pedestrian detour along Ripley Street. The pedestrian detour to the MARC platform is accessible from the third level of Silver Spring Transit Center.

Customers accessing the MARC train should allow extra time in their trip to account for the pedestrian detour.

For safety, customers should stay clear of the construction zones in both areas and follow all posted signs.

How long will the project take?

The barricades on the platform will be in place through summer 2024 and the pedestrian detour is anticipated to be in effect for approximately 2 years.

Purple Line construction at Silver Spring Station and Transit Center is expected to occur through 2026.

How can I stay informed about the project?

Additional information can be found on MDOT MTA’s Purple Line website. Customers are also encouraged to sign up to receive Purple Line construction updates. Customers may also contact the Purple Line outreach team via email at outreach@purplelinemd.com or by calling 443-451-3706 or 443-451-3705 (En Español).