Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has inaugurated the second bridge as part of Phase 4 of the Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. This two-lane bridge, spanning 605 metres, connects Al Mina Street with Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Street and Sheikh Rashid Road, enhancing traffic flow with a capacity of 3,200 vehicles per hour.
Project Highlights:
The Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project, one of the largest infrastructure initiatives in Dubai, spans 13km and serves major areas, including Deira and Bur Dubai.
Key developments under Phase 4 include:
- Four bridges spanning 3.1km with a total capacity of 19,400 vehicles per hour.
- Two pedestrian bridges on Sheikh Rashid Road and Al Mina Street.
- Enhanced roads and intersections across Jumeirah Street, Al Mina Street, and Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah Street.
Additional Bridges Timeline:
- December 2024: First bridge (1.335km, 4,800 vehicles/hour) opened.
- Q2 2025: Two bridges, including one on Al Mina Street and another connecting Al Mina to Al Wasl Road.
- Q3 2025: Fourth bridge (985m, 3,200 vehicles/hour) facilitating traffic from Jumeirah Street.
Strategic Impact:
The project by RTA is designed to address urban growth, ensuring smoother traffic flow, improved road capacity, and enhanced safety standards. Benefits include:
- Reducing travel time from 104 minutes to 16 minutes by 2030.
- Saving AED 45bn ($12.3bn) in travel time costs over 20 years.
- Supporting developments like Dubai Islands, Deira Waterfront, and Dubai Maritime City.
