Navy Yard station escalators, along with the west entrance elevator, are back in service after replacements. The new escalators boast brighter LED lighting, remote monitoring, and energy-efficient motors. This project is part of a larger initiative by Metro to upgrade escalators across the system and prepare for upcoming sports seasons.
since Oct. 1, 2025, while crews simultaneously replaced the two mezzanine escalators and the three west entrance escalators. The west entrance elevator is also now back in service, improving accessibility.
The new transit-grade escalators feature brighter LED lighting, remote monitoring capabilities, and energy-efficient motors. These features are beneficial for a set of escalators that move large volumes of customers during busy game days and events. “Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our team, Navy Yard station is prepared to safely and efficiently move thousands of fans in time for the upcoming baseball season at Nationals Park and the new soccer season at Audi Field,” said Metro Executive Vice President and Chief Infrastructure Officer Theresa M. Impastato. “We appreciate our customers’ patience during the extended entrance closure and look forward to delivering an improved experience for everyone traveling through the station.”As of February, Metro has replaced 135 of 145 escalators as part of its multi-year project. The following escalators have been replaced in the last year: Dupont Circle south entrance, Vienna, L’Enfant Plaza east entrance, Franconia-Springfield, Pentagon north entrance, Medical Center, Crystal City, and Navy Yard east and west entrances. Stations scheduled for escalator replacement in 2026 include Rosslyn, Gallery Place, L’Enfant Plaza west entrance, and Foggy Bottom.”Opening Night of DC Environmental Film Festival will feature the DC Premiere of the new film A LIFE ILLUMINATED, following trailblazing marine biologist Dr. Edie Widder on her most daring quest yet.
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Navy Yard Station Escalator Upgrades CompletedNavy Yard station escalators are back in service with upgrades including brighter LED lighting, remote monitoring, and energy-efficient motors. The west entrance elevator is also operational. The improvements are in preparation for upcoming baseball and soccer seasons. Metro has replaced 135 escalators and has further replacements scheduled for 2026.
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