Septyanto Kurniawan, Ekki Okta Pratama*, Leni Sriharyani

KAJIAN EFEKTIFITAS JALUR SEPEDA DENGAN METODE BICYCLE LEVEL OF SERVICE (BLOS) TAMAN MERDEKA KOTA METRO

Introduction

Kajian efektifitas jalur sepeda dengan metode bicycle level of service (blos) taman merdeka kota metro. Kaji efektivitas jalur sepeda Taman Merdeka, Metro via BLOS. Mayoritas jalur D-rated akibat lalu lintas tinggi, butuh perbaikan signifikan demi transportasi berkelanjutan dan keselamatan pesepeda.

Abstract

Perkembangan transportasi ramah lingkungan seperti bersepeda menuntut tersedianya infrastruktur yang aman dan nyaman. Di Kota Metro, khususnya kawasan Taman Merdeka, jalur sepeda belum optimal dan sering tumpang tindih dengan kendaraan bermotor. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengevaluasi tingkat pelayanan jalur sepeda menggunakan metode Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS), yang mempertimbangkan faktor volume lalu lintas, kecepatan kendaraan, persentase kendaraan berat, kondisi perkerasan, dan lebar jalan. Penelitian dilakukan di lima ruas jalan utama sekitar Taman Merdeka. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa sebagian besar jalur sepeda berada pada peringkat D, mengindikasikan kondisi kurang hingga tidak layak bagi pesepeda. Hal ini disebabkan oleh tingginya volume kendaraan, serta kurangnya perlindungan fisik pada jalur sepeda. Kesimpulannya, jalur sepeda di kawasan ini memerlukan perbaikan signifikan agar dapat mendukung transportasi berkelanjutan dan meningkatkan keselamatan pesepeda.

Review

The presented study, "Kajian Efektifitas Jalur Sepeda dengan Metode Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS) Taman Merdeka Kota Metro," addresses a highly relevant and timely topic concerning the effectiveness of cycling infrastructure in urban environments. With the increasing global emphasis on sustainable and active transportation, evaluating the safety and comfort of bicycle lanes is critical. The research aims to assess the level of service of existing cycling paths around Taman Merdeka in Kota Metro, specifically highlighting the prevalent issues of sub-optimal conditions and conflicts with motorized traffic. This objective is well-aligned with the broader goals of urban planning and public health. The methodology employed, Bicycle Level of Service (BLOS), is appropriate for this type of evaluation, as it systematically incorporates various factors crucial to a cyclist's experience, including traffic volume, vehicle speed, heavy vehicle presence, pavement condition, and lane width. The selection of five main road segments around Taman Merdeka provides a focused scope for the analysis. The findings are stark, indicating that most observed bicycle lanes fall into a 'D' rating. This suggests significantly poor conditions, primarily attributed to high vehicle volumes and an apparent lack of physical separation or protection for cyclists. These results clearly underscore the urgent need for intervention. Overall, this study makes a valuable contribution by quantitatively assessing the current state of cycling infrastructure in a specific urban area, thereby providing concrete evidence for policymakers. The conclusion that significant improvements are needed to enhance safety and promote sustainable transport is well-supported by the analysis. While the abstract effectively communicates the problem, method, and key findings, a full paper would ideally elaborate on the specific implications of a 'D' rating in terms of accident risk or disincentive to cycling, and potentially offer more granular, actionable recommendations beyond a general call for "significant improvement." Nevertheless, it serves as a robust initial assessment.

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