Assessment of the water quality and environmental management in jangari reservoir watershed using selected physical, chemical, and biological parameters

Author

Dr. Senny Luckyardi, M.M.

Abstrak

This study examines water quality and environmental management in the Cirata Reservoir by using certain physical, chemical, and biological parameters associated with environmental management. The physical parameters measured were rainfall, temperature, Total Dissolved Solid (TDS), and turbidity. The chemical parameters measured are the degree of acidity (pH) and electrical conductivity (EC). While the biological parameter measured is the density of phytoplankton. The field survey was conducted as a data collection method supported by literature review and interviews. This research used quantitative methods with a qualitative approach. Water samples were taken at the location where water flows in the Cirata Reservoir from Purwakarta, Cianjur, and West Bandung boils down, namely in the Jangari area Bobojong, Cianjur. Samples were taken at two points about 200 m apart. Sampling was also carried out in harbor and fish breeding. The results showed that the Cirata reservoir water flow was polluted with high levels. It is indicated by TDS 102-129 ppm that means high inorganic content. Due to inadequate environmental management from the authorities and community activities that do not pay attention to environmental sustainability. Therefore, all related parties together with the community in the area around Cirata Reservoir, especially Jangari, have a key role in preserving the function. This study's results can enrich the literature on water quality and environmental management and provide input for local governments regarding reservoir management