Over 20 Jakarta flood control projects accelerated until 2027

JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com — The Jakarta Provincial Government is accelerating over 20 flood control projects targeted for completion by 2027.

The projects span various Jakarta areas, including the construction and enhancement of water pumps, retention ponds, reservoirs, river normalisation, and coastal embankments.

Jakarta Water Resources Department (SDA) Head Ika Agustin stated the construction acceleration follows rising extreme rainfall in recent years.

She noted current flood control infrastructure typically handles only 100–150mm of rainfall.

This condition leaves several areas vulnerable to flooding during extreme downpours.

A key project involves constructing and upgrading water pump systems at 12 locations.

These include the Bulak Cabe Pump with a capacity of 24 cubic metres per second,

Pegangsaan Dua Pump at 9 cubic metres per second, and Cilincing KBN Pump at 16 cubic metres per second.

“In addition to new constructions, the capacity of Ancol Pump and IKIP Pump will also be increased,” said Ika.

The SDA is also working on constructing and repairing river and canal infrastructure at eight sites.

Locations include PHB Layar, Cakung Lama River, Jatikramat River, Angke River, Pesanggrahan River, Grogol River, Cideng Atas River, Sodetan Sekretaris River, and Tomang Reservoir.