Channel Improvement on Jalan Sasak Reaches 75 Percent

The progress of revitalizing the water channel on Jalan Sasak, RT 01/02, Cipete Selatan Urban Village, Cilandak District, South Jakarta has reached 75 percent.

Increase the capacity of water channels

Cilandak District's Head of Water Resources Unit, Yansori said, revitalization is carried out to increase the capacity of the water channels, which were previously small in size and therefore less than optimal in flowing the water when it rained.

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"Increase the capacity of water channels to be more optimal," he said, Monday (10/5).

He explained that construction of the 554.4-meter water channel uses 60-centimeter U-ditches. Work began on August 7, 2026, and is targeted for completion in early November.

"To speed up the work, a third party or contractor also deployed an excavator unit," he explained.

Yansori urged the public and road users to exercise caution and patience. The work site is located on a two-way road, requiring extra attention from drivers.

Because the work location is on a route used for two-way traffic, Yansori appealed to the public and road users to be careful and patient, as it requires extra attention from drivers.

"The revitalization of this channel is expected to provide long-term benefits for the surrounding environment, especially in reducing the potential for flooding during the rainy season," he hoped.

Meanwhile, one of the local residents, Dicki stated the revitalization of this channel is considered to be able to help overcome the problem of flooding while providing comfort for road users.

"We are optimistic that the water channels will be effective and very useful in preventing flooding, especially during heavy rain," he stated.