SEMANTOK RESERVOIR AS A PILLAR OF COMMUNITY WELFARE, RESILIENCE, AND GROWTH
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https://doi.org/10.18623/rvd.v23.5692Keywords:
Reservoir Management, Community Resilience, Sustainable Development, Economic Growth, Livelihood Improvement, Environmental SustainabilityAbstract
Semantok Reservoir is a multipu IDRose water resource infrastructure designed to support water security, food security, and sustainable development in the surrounding area. This study aims to empirically analyze the contribution of Semantok Reservoir to economic welfare, public health, and social resilience, while identifying environmental challenges perceived by the local community. This study used a quantitative approach involving 100 respondents selected through simple random sampling. Primary data was collected through a Likert scale questionnaire that measured changes in income, access to clean water, health conditions, and community perceptions, and was supported by secondary data from relevant government agencies. The results showed that 75% of respondents experienced an increase in income with an average increase of 40% after the dam became operational. In addition, 85% of respondents reported an increase in access to clean water, which correlated with a 50% decrease in waterborne disease incidents. From a social perspective, the level of community satisfaction with the benefits of the reservoir was high, with an average score of 4.2 out of 5, indicating strong social acceptance. However, around 40% of respondents expressed concerns about environmental impacts, particularly related to ecosystem changes and reduction in agricultural land. These findings confirm that the Semantok Reservoir contributes significantly to community welfare and resilience, but requires adaptive and sustainable management to mitigate environmental risks and ensure long-term sustainability of benefits.
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