Repairs to the Foggy Bottom Metro station that began in January are estimated for completion in 2012.

The upgrades include replacements of all three escalators at the station, as well as installation of a staircase and canopy. The Hatchet reported in January that Metro officials estimated the project would take about a year to complete, but a sign posted at the station said repairs would take until May 2011.

Metro spokesman Steven Taubenkibel said Friday that the 2012 estimate is the most accurate time line the transit authority can offer at this time.

Taubenkibel said throughout the renovations, Metro will continue to keep two escalators in service while the third is being replaced.