RTA Implements Traffic Enhancements on Dubai-Al Ain Road Near Al-Faqa to Improve Flow and Safety

Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 14^th February 2025:

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has implemented a series of traffic enhancements on Dubai-Al Ain Road near the Al-Faqa area as part of the 2025 Traffic Solutions Plan that aims to enhance the efficiency of the road network, developing an integrated transport infrastructure, and improving traffic safety across Dubai in response to the increasing traffic flow in the area.

The improvements included constructing an additional exit on Dubai-Al Ain Road towards Al Ain at Exit 58, leading to the U-turn tunnel before the Al-Faqa area. This enhancement is designed to streamline traffic flow and reduce travel time for vehicles heading towards both Al Ain City and Dubai.

Hamad Al Shehhi, Director of Roads at the Traffic and Roads Agency at RTA, stated: "RTA continues to implement traffic enhancements to achieve the highest standards of efficiency on Dubai’s roads. By adopting rapid and innovative traffic solutions, we meet community aspirations, support Dubai’s future vision, and reinforce its position as a global leader in infrastructure and sustainable transport".

He added: "The traffic solutions included the construction of a 430-metre deceleration lane on Dubai-Al Ain Road (towards Al Ain) to facilitate smoother access to Exit 58. A new roundabout was also built to improve entry and exit from the existing tunnel and enhance U-turn movements on the road. These enhancements contribute to improved traffic safety and reduce accident risks. Additionally, a 600-metre acceleration lane was introduced for vehicles exiting towards Al Ain, ensuring a seamless merge into the main traffic flow".

Al Shehhi highlighted that the enhancements had helped ease congestion at Exit 58 while supporting urban and population growth, benefiting residents and visitors of Hind and Al-Faqa communities. He added that they had also improved access for farm owners and workers in the vicinity.