U Street Station Canopy Installation

Updated: 8/11/2026

Advisory Effective: Nov 17, 2025 – Dec 15, 2026

On November 17, 2025, Metro will begin Phase 4 to install the canopy above the station escalators at U Street/African American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Station.

Metro is installing canopies as part of an ongoing project to replace or install nine canopies across the Metro Rail system by 2026. Canopies shield customers and escalators from weather conditions, helping to protect the life, longevity, and reliability of our escalators.

How will this work affect my trip?

Work on the canopy will take place during non-revenue hours. Throughout construction, the entrance and escalators will remain open.

How long will the project take?

Work to install the canopy began on November 17, 2025 and will continue until Winter 2026.

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