Dubai Bridge Boosts Road Capacity 191%, Cuts Wait Times 55%
A new four-lane bridge in Dubai is moving nearly three times more vehicles per hour and slashing intersection delays by over a minute. The infrastructure win supports thousands of families in growing communities across the city.
Dubai just opened a 600-meter bridge that's proving infrastructure upgrades can make a real difference in people's daily lives. The new structure at Al Qudra Road now handles 19,200 vehicles per hour, up from just 6,600 before.
That capacity jump of 191 percent means thousands of Dubai residents are spending less time stuck in traffic and more time with their families. Wait times at the junction dropped from nearly two minutes to just 52 seconds.
The bridge connects Al Qudra Road with the link between Arabian Ranches and Dubai Studio City, serving major residential areas including Dubai Motor City, DAMAC Hills, Mudon, and The Sustainable City. These communities house thousands of families who rely on smooth traffic flow for their daily commutes.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority designed the project as part of a broader effort to strengthen east-west road corridors across the city. The timing matters as Dubai continues growing, with new developments creating more demand on existing roads.
Another 700-meter bridge at the intersection of Al Qudra Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street opens February 15. That structure will provide two lanes in each direction, further easing congestion toward Al Qudra City and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road.
The Ripple Effect
Better traffic flow means more than shorter commutes. Parents get home earlier for dinner, emergency vehicles reach their destinations faster, and businesses benefit from more reliable delivery times.
The project also supports economic growth by making it easier for workers to access job centers across Dubai. Improved road safety standards protect the thousands of families who travel these routes daily.
Mattar Al Tayer, Director General of Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority, emphasized how the infrastructure improvements support urban growth while ensuring smoother, uninterrupted traffic flow. The upgrades demonstrate how cities can proactively address congestion before it becomes overwhelming.
Dubai's investment in transportation infrastructure shows what's possible when cities plan ahead for growth instead of just reacting to problems.
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Based on reporting by Indian Express
This story was written by BrightWire based on verified news reports.
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