Greater Amman Municipality Closes Al-Mahatta Bridge Toward Zarqa for Maintenance

The Greater Amman Municipality closed Al-Mahatta Bridge in the direction of Zarqa starting at dawn on Friday, November 13, 2026. This closure is necessary to facilitate maintenance and efficiency improvement works on the structure. The municipality expects the bridge to remain closed until 5:00 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

Traffic diversion and routes

Traffic traveling from Amman Downtown toward Zarqa and Marka is being diverted to the area below the bridge reaching the Al-Furousiya signal. according to media reports, the diversion route requires motorists to turn right and left toward King Abdullah I Street. Drivers must then proceed straight to Marka Bridge and continue via Al-Jaish Street toward Zarqa.

The municipality is performing these works as part of a technical plan that includes periodic maintenance on main bridges and roads. This plan covers various periods before, during, and after the winter season to ensure infrastructure stability.

Al-Mahatta development project

The bridge closure is part of the fifth phase of the Al-Mahatta area development project. This specific phase involves the demolition of 6 buildings as part of the Al-Jaish Upper Street expansion project. The municipality is executing these demolitions in coordination with the Al-Mahatta residents' committee. Officials reached agreements with the owners of the affected structures through donations.

To ensure public safety during the demolition and construction activities, adjacent buildings are being evacuated for a period of 4 days. This safety measure is a standard part of the municipality's operational procedures during significant structural changes in residential areas.

Infrastructure maintenance schedule

The maintenance and development works aim to improve the efficiency of the Al-Mahatta area. The municipality has scheduled the works to conclude by 5:00 PM on Saturday, November 14, 2026. While the bridge closure is temporary, the broader Al-Jaish Upper Street expansion project represents a significant component of the regional infrastructure upgrade.

The municipality continues to monitor the site to manage the flow of traffic and ensure that the diversion via King Abdullah I Street and Al-Jaish Street remains functional for residents. The coordination between the municipality and the Al-Mahatta residents' committee remains a central part of the development process for the fifth phase of the project.

Glossary

• Greater Amman Municipality — The Greater Amman Municipality is an entity that holds shares in projects and manages infrastructure and maintenance works. It also coordinates development processes and manages traffic and infrastructure improvements.
• Zarqa — Zarqa is a location or governorate that includes areas such as East Zarqa, Zarqa City, Hashmeyeh, and Sukhna. It is a destination for bus and taxi routes from Amman.
• Marka — Marka is an area in Amman that includes a northern area where a zawiya was established. It is a destination for traffic traveling from Amman Downtown.
• Al-Mahatta — Al-Mahatta is an area that is the subject of a development project. It is also the name of a popular Jordanian bus company service.