Traffic diversions announced for Dubai bridge works

Saturday, 12 July 2025 13:43

By ARN News Staff

Drivers in Dubai, take note of a temporary traffic diversion starting on Sunday, July 13, at the intersection of King Salman Street and the road leading to Dubai Harbour.

The diversion coincides with the start of bridge construction works to Dubai Harbour, and will remain in place until the project is complete.

Motorists coming from the Marina area heading toward Jumeirah and Dubai Harbour will face closures on the main roads and left turns along King Salman Street.

Traffic will be rerouted via Al Marsa Street, then Al Khayay Street, followed by Al Naseem Street, before reconnecting with King Salman Street.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) urges drivers to follow traffic signs, plan ahead and leave early to avoid delays.

#RTA informs you of a temporary traffic diversion at the intersection of King Salman Street and the road leading to Dubai Harbour, coinciding with the beginning of bridge construction works to Dubai Harbour. The diversion will begin on Sunday, 13 July 2025, and will remain in…
— RTA (@rta_dubai) July 12, 2025

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