As part of a long‑term effort to relieve commuter congestion and expand transit access in the Washington, D.C., region, the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) extended its Blue Line service with two new stations. Morgan Boulevard Station delivers a modern, light‑filled gateway for riders in Landover, Maryland. The station features vaulted canopies, a continuous skylight system that maximizes daylight and integrated artwork through WMATA’s Art‑in‑Transit Program. STV provided structural, architectural and communications design services for the station and an adjacent parking garage as part of the Clark-Kiewit‑led design-build team.
What challenges did STV address?
The adjacent parking garage required innovative engineering due to poor onsite soil conditions. Unstable soil threatened foundation performance and long‑term structural integrity. The challenge was to develop ground improvement solutions that would stabilize the site without significantly increasing construction cost or affecting the delivery schedule.
What solutions did STV deliver?
STV incorporated ground improvement measures into the parking garage design, reducing the required slab thickness and generating meaningful cost savings. For the station itself, the team developed structural and architectural systems that support the vaulted canopy and daylighting features while integrating mechanical, electrical and communications components. STV also designed new communications systems and vertical circulation elements, including elevators and escalators.
How does this project benefit the region?
Morgan Boulevard Station enhances regional connectivity by extending reliable Blue Line service to growing communities in Prince George’s County. The daylight‑rich design improves passenger comfort and creates an inviting environment for daily riders.
Key stats and accolades
- Vaulted canopies and continuous skylight system
- Ground improvements reduced parking garage slab thickness and costs
- New elevators, escalators and communications systems
