All metro viaducts,elevated structures now protected

Dubai — The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed all works related to the protection of metro viaducts and elevated structures of all the 46 metro stations on both the Red and Green Lines, including nearby bridges, by preventing over-height vehicles from colliding with metro viaducts or elevated structures.

Engineer Maitha bin Udai, CEO of RTA Traffic and Roads Agency said: “The construction encompassed robust metal structures and concrete barriers to protect such structures, and preclude any collision with vehicles exceeding six metres in height. Directional and cautionary signage have been installed directing over-height vehicles to take an appropriate exit to ensure the sustainability of this vital and strategic facility,” added Maitha.

Works overseen by the RTA are marked by full attention to details besides examining all eventualities and how to cope with them. The RTA has therefore adopted a tailor-made style in constructing these vital bridges. Such facilities are characterised by air-conditioned corridors and have become home to cultural events of a variety of knowledge-based activities.

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