Al Thumamah and Othman Bin Affan Roads Intersection Development Project is one of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) vital initiatives, delivered under the Ring and Main Roads Development Program. It is anchored in the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to enhance quality of life, and embodies RCRC’s aspiration to establish the foundations of an integrated, sustainable urban mobility system.
The project aims to develop one of the most important intersections in northeastern Riyadh through the construction of a multi-level interchange that delivers fully free-flowing traffic, elevates the quality of mobility, and supports the capital’s accelerating urban expansion.
Key Project Components
4 Main Bridges
Connecting all directions seamlessly without stops.
Main Tunnel
Three lanes in each direction, ensuring uninterrupted flow along Al Thumamah Road.
Corridor Upgrades
Seamless Traffic Flow
Without traffic signals
Reduced Travel Times
Particularly during peak hours
Improved Road Safety
And a reduction in accidents
Faster Emergency Response
Through continuous, free-flowing routes
Lower Fuel Consumption
Reducing emissions and improving air quality
Enhanced Urban Landscape
Through improved sidewalks and landscaping
Higher Investment Value
For neighborhoods surrounding the project
Integrated Road Network
Across northeastern Riyadh
Detour Activation Date
16 / 04 / 2026
