Silver Spring Escalator Replacement

Advisory Effective: 8/8/22 - 12/31/23

On September 6, 2022, Metro began a major capital project replacing the five entrance escalators at Silver Spring Station. All five escalators will be replaced with brand-new ones that are more durable and reliable. Metro’s contractor KONE will install the escalators as part of an ongoing project to replace 130 escalators across the Metrorail system by 2028, helping to ensure the regional infrastructure remains in a state of good repair.

How will this work affect my trip?

The north entrance, on the north side of Colesville Road, reopened on January 16, 2023 with two brand-new escalators. The three escalators at the south entrance to the Metro Station, on the south side of Colesville Road, are now being replaced one at a time.

The station elevator is located at the south entrance and will remain open throughout construction.

How long will the project take?

The replacement of the escalators at the north entrance took approximately four months for site preparation, demolition, construction, installation and testing. The replacement of the escalators at the south entrance, will be undertaken one at a time and construction is anticipated to take an additional 11 months.

How can I stay informed about the project?

Additional information can be found on the Escalator, Canopy and Elevator project page. Customers are also encouraged to sign up for to receive project updates and service information or contact Customer Service at 202-637-1328 with additional questions.