BADUNG, DEWATA.NEWS – Traffic engineering measures implemented by the Badung Regency Government in Kerobokan Kelod, North Kuta, are showing positive results in easing congestion and shortening travel times, according to local authorities.
The traffic management and engineering scheme, locally known as Manajemen dan Rekayasa Lalu Lintas (MRLL), has been applied at nine key intersections since Sunday, December 14, 2025. The trial has helped reduce vehicle queues, particularly during peak hours, despite traffic volumes remaining high.
Since the new traffic flow patterns were introduced, vehicle movement along several strategic roads has become more orderly. Areas that previously experienced frequent congestion have begun to see improved conditions.
Head of the Badung Transportation Agency, AA Rai Yuda Darma, said the trial represents a concrete step by the regency government to address long-standing traffic congestion issues in Kerobokan Kelod.
“Our targets are to reduce vehicle density, improve traffic flow, and minimize conflicts at intersections that have long been congestion hotspots,” Yuda Darma said on Wednesday (7/1).
The Badung Transportation Agency continues to conduct daily monitoring. Field teams regularly assess traffic conditions, including fluctuations in vehicle volume at specific times, and compare them with existing road capacity. According to Yuda Darma, smooth traffic flow depends largely on balancing vehicle volume with road capacity.
Evaluation results during the trial identified bottlenecks at several intersection entrances. These findings have led to infrastructure recommendations, including plans to widen the geometric layout of the intersection on Jalan Mertanadi Utara, west of the LP area, as well as expanding the intersection mouth at Jalan Pengubengan Kauh–Jalan Intan on the northern side of LP.
Once vehicles pass these points, traffic flow tends to remain dense but moving during peak hours, and relatively smooth when volumes match road capacity.
The introduction of one-way traffic arrangements under the MRLL scheme has also begun to show positive impacts on roads previously known for heavy congestion, including Jalan Batubelig, Jalan Petitenget, Jalan Raya Kerobokan Taman, and Jalan Raya Kerobokan Semer toward the southern direction.
“Although travel distances may be longer because drivers are required to take detours, overall travel time has actually become shorter,” he explained.
The main objective of MRLL is to improve traffic flow through one-way systems and eliminate crossing conflicts at intersections. From a technical perspective, the policy has been assessed as effective, although it requires short-term adjustments from road users.
Public responses on social media have been mixed, ranging from complaints to support. The Transportation Agency views this as part of the adaptation process, particularly for local residents accustomed to previous traffic patterns. Positive feedback has also been delivered directly to the Badung Regent and the agency, especially from transport workers who report shorter travel times.
“MRLL is designed as a long-term solution, considering vehicle growth continues to rise while road capacity expansion remains relatively slow,” Yuda Darma concluded.