Floods Disrupt Trans-Sumatra Toll Road Operations

Current Status of Affected Toll Roads

The recent flooding in Sumatra has significantly impacted the Trans-Sumatra Toll Road (JTTS) infrastructure. According to the Ministry of Public Works (PU), three major sections of the toll road have been affected: Binjai-Langsa, Padang-Sicincin, and Sigli-Banda Aceh (Sibanceh). Minister Dody Hanggodo reported that the Binjai-Langsa toll road remains submerged with water levels ranging between 40-60 cm. In contrast, the Padang-Sicincin toll road has resumed normal operations following the floodwaters receding. The Sigli-Banda Aceh toll road, while experiencing a landslide, is still deemed safe for operation.

Government Response and Infrastructure Assessment

Minister Dody Hanggodo provided an update on the situation during a press briefing at the Ministry of Public Works office in Jakarta on Saturday (30/11/2025). He emphasized that while some sections of the toll roads have been affected by the flooding and landslides, the majority remain safe for use. Dody noted that the impacted sections are somewhat isolated from the main hillside areas, which has helped maintain overall infrastructure integrity. The government's immediate response has focused on assessing damage and ensuring continued safe operation where possible.

Impact on Transportation and Infrastructure

The flooding highlights the vulnerability of Sumatra's infrastructure to natural disasters, particularly in the context of major transportation projects like the JTTS. The impact on these critical infrastructure projects underscores the need for robust disaster resilience measures in future infrastructure planning. The current situation has prompted authorities to implement immediate safety measures while assessing long-term repair and mitigation strategies for the affected sections.