Dubai has unveiled two new pedestrian bridges on Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Mina Street, further strengthening its commitment to safe, sustainable urban mobility. The Dubai pedestrian bridges, equipped with lifts, staircases, and modern safety systems, are designed to provide secure crossings for pedestrians and cyclists while easing traffic flow at some of the city's busiest junctions.
Al Shindagha Corridor Drives the Expansion
The new structures are part of the Roads and Transport Authority's (RTA) Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project, a major infrastructure programme aimed at supporting Dubai's rapid urban expansion and long-term population targets. The Sheikh Rashid Street bridge measures 91 metres, while the Al Mina Street bridge spans 109 metres. Both are 3.4 metres wide and 6.5 metres high, and both feature electromechanical rooms housing fire alarm, firefighting, and remote monitoring systems.
Dubai's investment in pedestrian infrastructure is closely tied to its ambition of accommodating 5.8 million residents by 2040. Bridges for pedestrians and cyclists are becoming a cornerstone of this vision — reducing reliance on vehicles for short journeys and improving last-mile connectivity across the emirate.
What RTA's Director General Said
Mattar Al Tayer, Director General of the RTA, said these projects are designed to "transform Dubai into a pedestrian and cyclist-friendly city." He added that the growing network of crossings links residential neighbourhoods with key destinations, encouraging residents to embrace sustainable mobility for first- and last-mile travel.
More Bridges Coming by 2030
Currently, six more bridges are under construction across Dubai. Five are scheduled to open before the end of 2025, with the sixth expected in the first quarter of 2027. By the end of 2030, the RTA plans to add 23 additional bridges, further expanding connectivity across the emirate.
Future crossings will serve key corridors including Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Khail Road, Al Sufouh, Dubai Internet City, Al Barsha Heights, and Dubai Hills, as well as central business districts such as DIFC, Business Bay, and Downtown Dubai.
From 26 Bridges in 2006 to 200+
Dubai has made remarkable progress in pedestrian infrastructure over the past two decades. The number of bridges and underpasses has risen from 26 in 2006 to 177 in 2024. Once the current projects are complete, the total will surpass 200 crossings — a milestone that underlines Dubai's transformation into one of the world's most walkable urban environments.
This steady expansion addresses safety concerns and aligns with Dubai's long-term vision of becoming a smart, sustainable, and people-first city.
