On August 10, 2024, Danis Hidayat Sumadilaga, Head of the IKN Infrastructure Development Task Force, highlighted the role of the Sepaku Intake in managing flooding in the new capital city Nusantara. The Sepaku Intake functions as a large reservoir to capture excess water during heavy rains and river overflow, helping to mitigate flooding issues.
Sumadilaga emphasized that the flooding in the Sepaku area predates the capital city construction and is being addressed by improvements to the Sepaku Watershed. The project involves acquiring 2.5 hectares of land for effective watershed management, with compensation or relocation provided as per Presidential Regulation Number 75 of 2024.
Additionally, the Sepaku Intake’s raw water is being used to supply treated tap water for Nusantara, integrating water management with development efforts.
- Purpose of the Sepaku Intake: The Sepaku Intake is designed to act as a large reservoir to manage excess water from heavy rains and river overflow, aiming to mitigate flooding in the Nusantara area.
- Historical Context: Flooding issues in Sepaku existed before the new capital city’s development. The Sepaku Intake and other infrastructure improvements are part of broader efforts to address these long-standing challenges.
- River Basin Improvements: The Ministry of Public Works and Public Housing (PUPR) is also working on improving the river basin in the Sepaku Sub-district as part of the flood management strategy.
- Land Acquisition and Management: The project involves acquiring 2.5 hectares of land, with relocation or compensation offered to affected communities as per Presidential Regulation Number 75 of 2024.
- Integrated Water Supply: Early stages of the IKN development plan include using the Sepaku Intake’s raw water to supply tap water, demonstrating an integrated approach to water management in the new capital.
- Future Developments: Ongoing and future projects will continue to focus on enhancing flood management and infrastructure development in the Nusantara region.