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Major overhaul of Abu Dhabi's Maqta Bridge announced

Wednesday, 13 April 2022 17:00

By ARN News Staff

A six month project to renovate Maqta Bridge has been announced by Abu Dhabi Municipality.

Work on both sides will include resurfacing the road, upgrading pedestrian walkways and restoring and repainting the distinctive arches.

Maintenance will also be carried out under and around the bridge.

The Municipality said work will continue until October and traffic disruption can be expected.

بلدية أبوظبي تبدأ صيانة وإعادة تأهيل جسر المقطع#وام https://t.co/NPp8JQHKOH pic.twitter.com/rLRZfOSu3K
— وكالة أنباء الإمارات (@wamnews) April 13, 2022

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