Cisumdawu Toll Managers Implement "Contraflow" Due to 80-Metre Crack

Sumedang (ANTARA) - The managers of the Cisumdawu Toll Road have stated that they are implementing traffic engineering in the form of contraflow for four months due to ground movement that has caused an 80-metre crack at kilometre 207+300 on the toll road in Sumedang Regency, West Java.

The President Director of PT Citra Karya Jabar Tol (CKJT), Agustinus Sudrajat, in Sumedang on Wednesday, said that the crack, which measures about 80 metres in length and up to 2 metres in depth, was caused by high-intensity rainfall.

“This crack was identified as resulting from high-intensity rainfall and the area’s location in a hilly region,” he said.

He explained that they have ensured the drainage system’s function is optimal and have carried out temporary closures and traffic diversions.

The traffic diversion applies to vehicles travelling from Bandung to Cirebon, which are directed to exit via the Paseh Toll Gate.

For long-term handling, he said, structural reinforcement will be carried out using bore piles with a depth of about 30 metres and a treatment length of 100 metres.

In addition, they, along with the police, will implement contraflow on the B lane towards Bandung, from KM 206+125 to KM 208+200.

“During the contraflow period, there are no vehicle restrictions; all vehicles can still pass through,” he stated.

Meanwhile, the Head of Traffic Engineering Unit for Cisumdawu Toll, Iptu Deny Ruchyat, said that the traffic engineering is estimated to last three to four months, depending on the on-site repair process.

“At least the contraflow will be in place for three to four months during the repair period. However, we will endeavour to complete it faster,” said Deny.

He added that the implementation of contraflow is planned to begin on Wednesday (8/6), once the facilities and infrastructure are ready.

Officers advise road users to remain cautious and reduce speed when passing through the affected section during the repair period.