East Jakarta Administration Completes Repairs on Pule Bridge Following April Collapse

The East Jakarta City Government, through the Department of Highways, has completed the repairs of the Pule Bridge on Jalan Pule, Ciracas, which collapsed in April 2026.

“Today, we are grateful for the speed and responsiveness of the East Jakarta Highways Department, which allowed this bridge work to be completed,” said Fauzi, the Assistant for Economy and Development of East Jakarta, in Ciracass, East Jakarta, on Monday.

According to Fauzi, the Pule Bridge plays a vital role as an alternative route connecting the residents of Ciracas and Kampung Rambutan. Therefore, in addition to repairing the infrastructure, Fauzi called for public awareness in maintaining public facilities to ensure long-term usability. As the bridge serves as the most accessible alternative route for residents’ daily activities, ensuring its safety and stability is a critical necessity for the local community.

“I hope that residents will not only utilise the facilities built by the government but also take responsibility for maintaining them so they continue to benefit the community,” Fauzi added.

Meanwhile, the Head of the East Jakarta Highways Department, Benhard Hutajulu, explained that the repairs to the Pule Bridge were finalised on 16 May 2026. During the rehabilitation process, the department not only reinforced the damaged bridge structure but also increased the construction height by approximately 50 centimetres. This elevation was implemented to facilitate smoother water flow beneath the bridge, thereby reducing the risk of structural damage in the future.

However, Benhard reminded the public to remain mindful of the bridge’s capacity. He requested that heavy tonnage vehicles avoid using the route, as the Pule Bridge is designed specifically as a local alternative access.

“We urge heavy vehicles to use the main roads. Vehicles exceeding the capacity of a single-axle truck should use Jalan Tanah Merdeka or other routes. This is essential to ensure the bridge remains durable and usable for the community for a long time,” Benhard explained.

As the Pule Bridge is a vital access point for residents travelling between Ciracas and Rambutan, there are concerns that damage caused by overloading could disrupt the daily mobility of those who rely on the route. With the restoration of the Pule Bridge, Benhard expressed hope that collaboration between the government and the community will continue to strengthen in the maintenance of public facilities.