Analysis of the Causes and Impacts of Traffic Congestion (Case Study of Jl. MH Thamrin, Sentul)
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Muhammad Hibban Yanhasdin*
Sutanto Soehodho
Nahry Nahry
Traffic congestion is a complex problem that has wide-ranging impacts on various aspects of community life, particularly in rapidly urbanizing suburban areas such as Sentul, a satellite city located in the Bogor Regency of West Java, Indonesia. This study aims to identify the main causes of congestion and analyze its impacts on social, economic, and environmental aspects. The research focuses on MH Thamrin Street in Sentul, a strategic corridor with high traffic intensity. A mixed-methods approach was used, incorporating field observations, questionnaire surveys, and in-depth interviews. The research findings indicate that the primary causes of congestion at the site include high vehicle volume, ineffective traffic management, roadside obstacles, and undisciplined road user behavior. The resulting impacts include increased travel time, fuel waste, commuter stress, and reduced local economic productivity. As such, these findings are expected to inform the formulation of more responsive and sustainable urban transport policies in similar areas.
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