The capital, Riyadh, is witnessing continuous work around the clock to develop the suspension bridge, as part of the program to develop the main and ring road axes supervised by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.
The project aims to build two new bridges parallel to the existing bridge, in addition to developing the intersection of Jeddah Road with the Western Ring Road, which will improve travel time by 75%, and alleviate traffic congestion in one of the most crowded areas in the capital.
Details of the suspension bridge development project
Expansion work has begun on the suspension bridge located southwest of Riyadh, as part of the Kingdom’s great efforts to develop the transportation infrastructure in the capital.
According to the announcement of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, four projects have been awarded within the “first group” of the program at a total cost exceeding 13 billion riyals.
The project includes developing the bridge to include six lanes in its first phase, while providing advanced infrastructure to support future traffic movement.
Project Objectives
The project aims to improve traffic flow in the north of Riyadh, as the suspension bridge will solve a large part of the congestion problem that the city suffers from.
According to Abdulaziz Al-Suhaibani, a specialist in road engineering and transportation planning, these projects include pivotal and structural roads that will have a positive traffic impact upon completion.
These projects will also provide radical solutions to traffic flow in conjunction with the operation of the metro project, which is expected to play a major role in relieving pressure on main roads.
Future Vision
This project comes within the Kingdom’s efforts to develop the axes of circular and main roads, and enhance the transportation system in Riyadh.
These efforts aim to make the capital a major center for sustainable transportation and logistics services in the Middle East region, in line with the goals of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.
These projects are also expected to contribute to improving the quality of life for the capital’s residents, and enhancing Riyadh’s position as one of the most prominent global cities.
According to the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, the project is being implemented according to the highest engineering and quality standards, taking into account the specified timetable to achieve the desired goals.
The project is expected to significantly improve traffic flow, especially with the completion of other phases of the road development program.
Conclusion
The suspension bridge development project is an important step in the development of transportation infrastructure in Riyadh.
Through continuous efforts and strategic planning, the capital will become a global model in the field of sustainable transportation, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to achieving the goals of Vision 2030 and raising the quality of life for its residents and visitors.
Riyadh is witnessing continuous work to develop the Suspended Bridge as part of the program to enhance circular and main road axes. The project includes constructing two new bridges and upgrading the Jeddah Road intersection, improving travel time by 75%. With a cost exceeding 13 billion Riyals, it aims to reduce traffic congestion and support transportation infrastructure, aligning with Vision 2030 goals. No specific completion date has been announced, but work is progressing rapidly.
