Gresik Flood Anticipation, Channel Sedimentation and Manual Pumps Are a Concern

GRESIK, GARISBUMI.com – Sediment deposits in water channels and manual operation of pumps are a concern for the Gresik Regency Government in preparing urban flood control. The improvements are aimed at dealing with potential inundation due to heavy rain or high tides.

These two issues emerged when the Deputy Regent of Gresik, Asluchul Alif, visited a number of pump houses and water channels, Saturday (7/11/2026). He was accompanied by Acting. Regional Secretary Edy Hadisiswoyo and Head of the Human Settlements, Housing and Settlement Areas Service (CKPKP) Ida Lailatussa'diyah.

At the Pulopancikan pump house, Alif checked the operational readiness of the pump and the condition of the channel leading to the river mouth. He encouraged upgrading the operating system from manual to automatic to be more responsive in controlling water discharge.

The automation proposal is still a push for improvement. The statement from the Gresik Regency Government has not mentioned the implementation schedule or prepared budget.

Channel sedimentation needs to be addressed immediately

Apart from pump readiness, sediment deposition is a problem that requires immediate action, especially in channels connected to pump houses and river mouths.

"The handling of this sedimentation needs to be followed up immediately. We will coordinate with the relevant regional apparatus so that dredging can be carried out optimally. Of course, the implementation must pay attention to the condition of the existing infrastructure," said Alif in a statement from the Gresik Regency Government.