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Lahor Dam road access controversy

Overview

In early August 2026, authorities closed the road over the Lahor Dam in Malang Regency after cracks were discovered in the fifty‑year‑old structure. A public hearing on August 1 led Perum Jasa Tirta I to permit cars to use the dam from 04:00 to 22:00, with a tap‑card fee and free access for two‑wheelers from nearby villages, while maintaining the official restriction on four‑wheel vehicles except in emergencies.

A few days later, the House of Representatives convened a hearing with the Golkar faction, a commission member, and the dam’s director to discuss the closure. Lawmakers highlighted resident concerns about traffic disruption and economic impact, urging a limited reopening, but stressed that safety could not be compromised. The meeting aimed to explore alternatives that would balance community needs with the dam’s security while a review of the dam’s operational renewal continues.

Entities

Lahor Dam · Perum Jasa Tirta I · Sony Suhartanto · Fahmi Hidayat · M. Sarmuji

Timeline

  1. 21 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Lahor Dam Road Closure Sparks Safety Debate in East Java

    Indonesia’s parliament met with Perum Jasa Tirta I over the Lahor Dam road closure, balancing resident concerns with safety after cracks were discovered in the aging structure.

  2. 24 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Lahor Dam in East Java Reopens Car Access for Public

    PJT I reopened Lahor Dam to cars from 04:00‑22:00 after public input, while police say the dam stays closed to cars except in emergencies that block the main Blitar‑Malang road.

Sources

beritajatim.com · m.jpnn.com · matapantura.republika.co.id · otomotif.news.viva.co.id · surabayapagi.com