Al Garhoud Bridge

Al Garhoud Bridge (in Arabic: جسر القرهود) is one of three road bridges over Dubai Creek, and one of five crossings, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Al Garhoud Bridge forms the eastern end of the road toll (called Salik) that went into effect on 1 July 2007. Since the beginning of Salik, Al Garhoud Bridge has seen low amounts of traffic for Dubai.

Al Garhoud Bridge
Coordinates25°14′00″N 55°20′17″E
CarriesVehicles
CrossesDubai Creek
LocaleDubai, United Arab Emirates
Maintained byRoads and Transport Authority
Characteristics
Total length520 metres (1,710 ft)
Clearance below16 metres (52 ft)
History
Constructed byNew: BESIX
OpenedOld: 1976
New: 2008
ClosedOld: 2008
Location
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