Al Maktoum Bridge, Steel bridge in Dubai Creek, United Arab Emirates.
The Al Maktoum Bridge is a steel structure that spans Dubai Creek and links the districts of Deira and Bur Dubai using six traffic lanes. The crossing connects two historically important areas of the city and handles heavy daily vehicle traffic flowing in both directions.
The bridge opened in 1973 under the direction of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum as the first permanent crossing over Dubai Creek. This milestone connected the two banks and became essential to the city's growth during that period.
The bridge design reflects Dubai's early infrastructure development phase, incorporating traditional architectural elements with modern engineering requirements.
The bridge operates for vehicle traffic throughout the day but closes at night to allow large vessels to pass through. Drivers should expect toll charges when crossing and plan accordingly for heavy traffic periods.
The structure contains hydraulic systems that allow sections to lift, enabling tall ships to pass underneath. This movable design makes it more than just a simple crossing between the two sides of the creek.
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