Evaluation of Assessment of Flexible Pavement Damage Conditions on Urban Roads in Indonesia

Abstract

Road infrastructure plays a vital role in supporting social and economic activities. However, deterioration and damage to urban roads remain a persistent issue in Indonesia, including in West Java Province. In Cirebon City, the Dr. Wahidin Sudirohusodo – Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo road segment serves as a key arterial route, facilitating the mobility of people and goods. Due to its high traffic volume and strategic importance, maintaining this road section is crucial for urban functionality and development. This study aims to establish a systematic and objective priority scale for urban road maintenance by integrating the Pavement Condition Index (PCI), Surface Distress Index (SDI), and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) methods. While PCI and SDI are used to assess the technical condition of the pavement, AHP allows for decision-making based on multiple criteria, including traffic volume and land use. The combination of these three methods provides a more comprehensive and balanced framework for prioritizing repair efforts, aligning technical evaluations with functional and strategic considerations. The analysis revealed varying levels of pavement damage across the study area. Based on the AHP results, the STA 2+300 to 2+400 road segment was identified as the highest priority for intervention due to its critical condition and functional importance. This integrated approach ensures that limited resources can be allocated more effectively to road sections requiring immediate attention, supporting sustainable and data-driven infrastructure management in urban environments.