The final design for the Obhur Bridge in Jeddah has been completed and construction will start soon. The 500-meter-long bridge will link northern and southern Obhur with Al-Balad and is aimed at easing traffic congestion. It will be 15 to 52 meters above sea level to allow ships to move under it. The bridge will be linked to Madina Road, the northern terminal of King Abdul Aziz International Airport and the new Al-Basateen junction. Public tenders will be issued soon. Nine international companies competed to prepare the design.