For civil engineers, transport planners, and infrastructure consultants working in the UAE, this manual is the definitive legal and technical reference. Often searched as the , this document dictates how roads are conceived, designed, and built in the emirate.
The manual provides guidelines for designing horizontal alignments, including: rta-geometric design manual for dubai roads-2017 pdf
Proper use of islands and tapers to reduce conflict points. Guidelines for when and where to place flexible,
Guidelines for when and where to place flexible, semi-rigid, or rigid barriers. At the heart of this development lies the
(e.g., roundabout vs. signalized)
Dubai’s reputation as a world-class city is built, in part, upon its remarkably efficient and modern transportation infrastructure. At the heart of this development lies the , which mandates strict, safe, and innovative design standards for all road projects. The RTA Geometric Design Manual for Dubai Roads (2017) serves as the authoritative guide for planners and engineers to ensure the emirate's roads are safe, efficient, and capable of handling rapid growth.