Dubai: Expect more detours and diversions if you're passing through Bur Dubai.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced that it will start carrying out road works on the Shaikh Rashid Road exit starting from Monday, which will continue until February 2017.

RTA announces that the exit from Um Hurair Rd to Sheikh Rashid Rd will be closed from 1 August 2016 to February 2017 pic.twitter.com/pdo2zgdTof— RTA (@RTA_Dubai) July 31, 2016

In a statement, the authority explained that construction is taking place to improve traffic on Al Shindagha intersection, and to ensure a smooth flow of traffic in the area that is usually known for its congestion.

How vital is the affected road?

Umm Hurair Road is quite an important route for motorists as the Shaikh Rashid Road exit takes you into Karama, Bur Dubai and also on to Shaikh Zayed Road.

In the opposite direction, motorists use Umm Hurair Road from Al Maktoum Bridge as they head Abu Dhabi-bound.

We thank road users on cooperating with us & we appeal everyone to pay attention & follow the guidance signs & alerts for alternative routes— RTA (@RTA_Dubai) July 31, 2016

Once the project is completed, motorists will have a one-lane bridge connecting between Umm Hurair in Bur Dubai and Shaikh Rashid Road.