Monday, January 5, 2026 | DUBAI | Posted Time: 7:12 am
The Oud Metha and Al Asayel road development project has reached a major milestone, with 60% of the construction now complete. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that this massive infrastructure upgrade will revolutionize traffic flow in the heart of the city. Once finished, the current travel time of 20 minutes between these two vital areas will be reduced to a mere 5 minutes. Consequently, thousands of daily commuters will save significant time and fuel.
What is Changing on Dubai Roads?
The RTA is upgrading the Oud Metha and Al Asayel road network by building 4.3 km of bridges and 14 km of new roads. The project focuses on four major intersections to remove bottlenecks. Actually, the bridges connecting Al Asayel Street to Al Khail Road are already 70% finished and are expected to open to traffic in the first half of this year. Therefore, residents in Oud Metha and Zabeel can expect much smoother journeys very soon.
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Massive Boost in Vehicle Capacity
The development of the Oud Metha and Al Asayel road corridor is part of the larger Sheikh Rashid Corridor Development Project. One of the biggest advantages of this project is the increase in road capacity. Currently, Oud Metha Road can handle about 10,400 vehicles per hour. However, after the expansion, this will jump to 15,600 vehicles per hour—a massive 50% increase.
Furthermore, a new tunnel is being constructed to allow smooth entry from Dubai-Al Ain Road into Al Wasl Club Street. More than half of the work on this tunnel is already done. In addition, the series of bridges will link Al Asayel and Al Wasl Club streets directly to Al Khail Road, ensuring that traffic doesn’t get backed up at traditional intersections.
Benefits for Residents and Future Growth
The Oud Metha and Al Asayel road project is strategically designed to serve key residential and commercial hubs. It will directly benefit people living or working in:
- Zabeel and Al Jaddaf: Faster access to main highways.
- Oud Metha: Reduced congestion near schools and clubs.
- Latifa Hospital Area: Improved emergency and visitor access.
- Al Wasl Club: Better traffic management during events.
Actually, Dubai’s population in these specific areas is expected to cross 400,000 by the year 2030. So, the RTA is building these advanced bridges and service roads now to handle the future increase in traffic. By opening the intersections in stages, the authority ensures that the positive impact on Dubai’s road network is felt immediately by the public.
Key Features of the Development Project:
- Time Saving: Travel time drops from 20 minutes to just 5 minutes.
- Bridge Construction: 4.3 km of new bridges connecting major hubs.
- Road Expansion: 14 km of total road improvements.
- Capacity Hike: 50% more vehicles can pass through Oud Metha Road.
- New Tunnel: Dedicated tunnel for Al Wasl Club Street access.
- Completion Status: Overall project is 60% complete; bridges are 70% finished.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When will the Oud Metha and Al Asayel road project be fully open? A: While the overall project is ongoing, major bridges are expected to open in the first half of 2026.
Q: How does this help traffic on Al Khail Road? A: By providing direct bridge links from Al Asayel Street, it prevents local traffic from merging slowly into Al Khail Road, reducing “stop-and-go” congestion.
Q: Which hospital will benefit the most from this? A: Latifa Hospital will see significantly better access for ambulances and patients due to the improved road network nearby.
Q: Will there be road closures during construction? A: The RTA usually provides detours. However, the project is designed to minimize disruption to the current flow of the Oud Metha and Al Asayel road.
A Future-Ready Infrastructure
Dubai continues to prove its status as a world leader in urban planning. The Oud Metha and Al Asayel road project is a perfect example of how the city prepares for growth before it happens. Besides improving travel times, the new roads will also feature modern lighting and advanced traffic monitoring systems. Thus, the safety of the roads will increase alongside the speed of travel.
In conclusion, if you are a resident of Al Jaddaf or Oud Metha, your daily commute is about to get a lot easier. Finally, keep following UAECentre for the latest updates on Dubai’s road projects and RTA news.
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