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Dubai RTA begins construction of new lane to ease Nad Al Hamar traffic
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has begun building an 850-meter lane from Ras Al Khor Road toward Nad Al Hamar Intersection, along with widening the storage lane for vehicles approaching from Al Rebat Street and turning left at the same intersection. The work is taking place near Nasser Bin Lootah Mosque and is part of the Summer 2025 Improvement Plan under RTA's 2025 Rapid Traffic Improvements initiative.
The project aims to reduce congestion on Ras Al Khor Road and Al Rebat Street, improve traffic flow toward Nad Al Hamar, and enhance road safety. Completion is targeted by the end of August, with the upgrades expected to increase daily mobility, improve residents' quality of life, and support RTA's vision of becoming a leader in seamless and sustainable mobility.
Once finished, the new lane will boost capacity toward Nad Al Hamar by 33%, from 4,800 to 6,400 vehicles per hour, cutting average travel time from 15 minutes to 11 minutes. The improvements are projected to enhance traffic flow by up to 27% during evening peak hours, while the widened storage lane will reduce queueing and ease access to Ras Al Khor Road.
The enhancements will benefit traffic heading to Nad Al Hamar and nearby areas such as Al Rashidiya, Al Qusais, and Dubai International Airport. RTA said the expansion will also strengthen connectivity between residential communities and major destinations, improving both local and main road network efficiency.
