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

According to Ida, the pump houses that are of concern to the regional government include Pulopancikan, East Kunci River, West Close River, Tuwo River, as well as two units in the Banjarsari area, behind the Regional Government complex.

"The Deputy Regent invited the CKPKP team to monitor readiness for the rainy season. The Pulopancikan pump house is one of the crucial points, especially because it is related to tidal water conditions," he said.

In the East Kalaup River, the inspection included pump houses and sluice gates related to potential flooding in the Saman Hudi area. Sedimentation in the connecting channels also needs to be handled so that the flow to Pulopancikan is smoother.

Seven canal sections are planned to be connected to the port area

In the Raden Santri area, the Gresik Regency Government plans to build a canal connecting the Saman Hudi area with the port area via seven canal sections.

The flow from this area is planned to go to the Pulopancikan and East Kunci River to strengthen the urban flood control system. However, the regional government's statement has not detailed the construction time or planned channel capacity.

Technical challenges were also found in handling sedimentation around the WEP area sluice gates leading to the north and Pulopancikan. Dredging must take into account the presence of building piles and limited space for mobilizing heavy equipment.