Clark Construction Details 'Unique Puzzle' in DC Metro Upgrades
Zachary Phillips (Tue, November 3, 2026 at 3:20 PM UTC)
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Crews from Clark Construction worked on the Bethesda, Md., Red Line stop for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA). This story was originally published on Construction Dive.
Key Takeaways:
- Clark Construction successfully completed major structural upgrades for the WMATA Metro system within a 56-day sprint last summer.
- The work included specialized demolition, material removal, and track replacement at the Bethesda and Grosvenor-Strathmore Metro stations.
- The project faced challenges due to field conditions diverging from historical records, requiring rapid adaptation and just-in-time material deliveries.
Project Details:
- Bethesda Station: Involved a 44-hour demolition in November 2025, followed by the construction of a new mezzanine connecting the Red Line and upcoming Purple Line light rail.
- Grosvenor-Strathmore Station: Included the removal of 18,000 square feet of platform tile and concrete topping slab, and 1,200 linear feet of track edge replacement.
- Challenges: Historical site plans relied on hand-drawn schematics from the 1970s and '80s, leading to on-site discrepancies resolved within tight deadlines.
- Logistics: Material deliveries were made via diesel locomotives and flatbed cars due to cutting rail power.
"Months of preparatory work... ensured absolute team alignment," said Scott Betteker, project executive for Clark Civil, emphasizing the collaborative efforts behind the successful project completion.