Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to construct a two-lane bridge in Nad Al Sheba, spanning approximately 700 meters. The new bridge will serve residential communities in Nad Al Sheba and provide a direct connection for inbound traffic from Dubai–Al Ain Road towards Al Ain.
With a capacity of 2,600 vehicles per hour, the bridge reduces travel time from Dubai–Al Ain Road to Nad Al Sheba by 83 percent, cutting the journey from six minutes to just one. The project enables smooth and efficient traffic flow for an area home to around 30,000 residents, while also easing congestion at entry and exit points throughout the Nad Al Sheba area.
Construction to end in Q4 2026
Construction of the new bridge is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2025, with completion targeted for the fourth quarter of 2026. The project reflects RTA’s strong commitment to infrastructure development and to enhancing the efficiency of Dubai’s road network.
It addresses the emirate’s rapid population growth and urban expansion, particularly in residential areas, while upholding the highest standards of traffic safety and seamless mobility. These targets align with the leadership’s vision to position Dubai as the best city in the world for living and mobility.
The construction of the new bridge in Nad Al Sheba is part of RTA’s strategic direction to achieve safer and more efficient mobility. It requires launching proactive and sustainable road projects and traffic solutions that support the future of mobility in the emirate, reducing travel times for motorists to and from the area, addressing the needs of residents and visitors to nearby neighborhoods, and ultimately contributing to enhancing the quality of life.
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RTA enhances local road network in Nad Al Sheba
The RTA has already inaugurated a major bridge at the intersection of Nad Al Sheba Street and Dubai–Al Ain Road. Spanning 170 meters and featuring two lanes in each direction, the bridge facilitates traffic flow from Dubai–Al Ain Road towards Nad Al Sheba, Meydan and nearby development projects.
As part of the wider project, the RTA also carried out comprehensive traffic enhancements in the vicinity of several schools, including Repton School and Al Khaleej International School, which together serve approximately 10,000 students. These improvements included the addition of parking spaces and designated pick-up and drop-off areas, leading to smoother traffic flow and improved road safety during peak hours.
As part of the enhancements in Nad Al Sheba, an intersection at the junction of Latifa bint Hamdan Street and Nad Al Sheba Street was also converted into a roundabout, resulting in a 50 percent reduction in delay time and improved traffic flow. The RTA also constructed new entry and exit points from Meydan Street to the residential area, which contributed to a 60 percent reduction in travel time, enhancing mobility for residents and visitors.
To support the area’s internal infrastructure, the RTA also delivered an integrated road network, including internal roads and additional access points in Nad Al Sheba 1, 3, and 4. These developments have improved connectivity between neighborhoods and increased the efficiency of the local collector road network.
