Roads & Transport Authority - News Details

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed expansion works at the intersection of Omar bin Al Khattab Street and Al Maktoum Street, spanning 500 metres. The improvements include the addition of a dedicated lane for vehicles travelling from the Clock Tower Roundabout towards Al Khaleej Street, and a new lane for traffic moving from Al Khaleej Street to the Clock Tower via Omar bin Al Khattab Street. Additionally, the storage capacity of the dedicated lane for vehicles travelling from Al Khaleej Street to Omar bin Al Khattab Street and onwards to Naif Street has been enhanced to accommodate more vehicles and improve traffic flow.

These enhancements align with RTA’s strategy to boost operational efficiency, streamline traffic flow, and prioritise the safety of road users across Dubai. They support RTA’s vision of becoming the World Leader in Seamless and Sustainable Mobility.

The traffic improvements at the intersection of Omar bin Al Khattab and Al Maktoum Streets will benefit motorists and visitors in the surrounding areas. The upgrades increase the intersection’s capacity by over 20% and reduce average delay times during evening peak hours by 47% from 160 seconds to 75 seconds.

During the expansion works, RTA maintained the operational efficiency of Omar bin Al Khattab and Al Maktoum Streets intersection adhering to the highest international standards and best practices. RTA prioritised the safety of all road users, including motorists and pedestrians, ensuring a seamless and sustainable traffic flow while minimising congestion and vehicle queues across all the project’s phases.

RTA is committed to implementing rapid traffic solutions and upgrading key roads with high traffic density. These initiatives align with Dubai’s continuous growth and contribute to the strategic goal of enhancing the well-being of residents and visitors across the emirate.