Dubai opens new Al Qudra Road bridge as upgrade will cut waiting time from 7 minutes to 1

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is set to significantly reduce congestion at the Al Qudra Road intersection, with a new 700-metre bridge nearing completion. This development will cut waiting times at the intersection by up to 85%, decreasing from nearly seven minutes to just one minute. The bridge, which can handle 6,000 vehicles per hour, enhances traffic flow towards the Al Qudra area, completing the project after the opening of a bridge on the opposite side in February.

The RTA's goal is to increase the overall traffic capacity from 7,800 to 19,400 vehicles per hour, transforming the intersection into a smoother, more efficient route. This upgrade supports the RTA's broader plan to develop key corridors and improve connectivity across Dubai's road network as the city continues to grow. With over 400,000 residents and visitors passing through this area, the improvements will significantly alleviate traffic pressures.

Mattar Al Tayer, the RTA's director general, emphasized that ongoing projects across the network aim to accommodate increasing traffic demands while maintaining pace with the expansion of residential and development areas.

Earlier this year, the RTA also introduced improvements at the intersection of Emirates Road and Al Qudra Road, including a new service road and a free-flow loop ramp. These enhancements further bolster the region's road infrastructure, ensuring smoother traffic movements and reduced journey times. In addition to the new bridge, the RTA has completed a 260-metre tunnel in Oud Metha, capable of handling 1,200 vehicles per hour, which will help manage traffic flow along the Dubai-Ain Street route, contributing to the overall efficiency of Dubai's transportation system.