Clarendon station
| Company type | Washington Metro station |
|---|---|
| Industry | Public transportation |
| Founded | December 1, 1979 |
| Headquarters | Arlington, Virginia , United States |
| Owner | Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) |
Clarendon station is a side platform facility on the Washington Metro, located within the Clarendon neighborhood of Arlington, Virginia, United States. Managed by the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), it serves both the Orange and Silver Lines and commenced operations on December 1, 1979. In 2017, daily ridership at Clarendon station exceeded 4,000 passengers.
Location
Positioned at the crossroads of Highland Street, Clarendon Boulevard, and Wilson Boulevard, Clarendon station lies in Arlington’s Clarendon area. Its entryway is located within a landscaped median between Clarendon and Wilson Boulevards, featuring an underpass that leads to the Omsted Building on the southern side of Clarendon Boulevard.
The station has been a catalyst for local growth, contributing to the emergence of an urban village characterized by numerous residential and commercial developments. Prominent housing complexes include Station Square, Clarendon 1021, The Phoenix at Clarendon, and The Hartford. Additionally, the Market Common Clarendon shopping center supports the neighborhood’s retail needs.
History
Built by the Nello L. Teer Company, Clarendon station opened its doors on December 1, 1979. This inauguration coincided with the extension of roughly three miles of track westward from Rosslyn station and the simultaneous openings of Court House, Virginia Square–GMU, and Ballston–MU stations.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the station was closed temporarily from March 26 to June 28, 2020.
Station layout
Featuring two tracks with a side platform setup, Clarendon station exhibits typical characteristics of stations constructed during its era. Its architectural design includes the signature "waffle" coffered ceilings indicative of the first generation of underground Metro stations.
Passengers access faregates and ticket vending machines at a mezzanine level connected by escalators. Due to its relatively shallow depth, a staircase situated between escalators provides direct access to street level.