Atanasius Alupan, Jakobis J. Messakh, Roly Edyan

STUDI TENTANG PENYEDIAAN KEBUTUHAN AIR BERSIH DI DESA SUPUN KABUPATEN TIMOR TENGAH UTARA

Introduction

Studi tentang penyediaan kebutuhan air bersih di desa supun kabupaten timor tengah utara. Studi pasokan air bersih di Desa Supun, Timor Tengah Utara. Menganalisis kapasitas mata air Oekolo, peran pemerintah desa, strategi pemenuhan, dan rekomendasi studi geologi & hidrologi.

Abstract

Desa Supun merupakan salah satu daerah yang terletak di Kecamatan Biboki Selatan Kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara dan memiliki persoalan menyangkut pemenuhan kebutuhan air bersih bagi masyarakat. Di desa tersebut terdapat beberapa sumber mata air namun belum dimanfaatkan secara optimal oleh pemeritah Desa Supun. Salah satu sumber mata iar yang potensioal adalah sumber mata air Oekolo yang debitnya tersedia sepanjang musim dan pengaliran menggunakan sistem gravitasi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kapasitas debit dari sumber mata air Oekolo, peran pemerintah Desa Supun dalam penyediaan kebutuhan air bersih dan strategi pemerintah desa dalam penyediaan kebutuhn air bersih di Desa Supun. Pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik dokumentasi, observasi dan pengukuran di lapangan. Teknik analisis data secara deskriptif..Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa (1) Kapasitas debit sumber mata air Oekolo sebesar 0,45 ltr/dtk. Dilihat dari perhitungan debit tersebut belum mencukupi untuk memenuhi kebutuhan masyarakat. (2) Peran pemerintah desa belum begitu maksimal karena terkendala dengan dana, fasilitas jaringan perpipaan dan tingkat kesadaran masyarakat terhadap kebutuhan air bersih yang masih rendah. (3) Strategi yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah Desa Supun yaitu melakukan pengadaan jaringan perpipaan di tahun-tahun mendatang. Rekomendasi dari penelitian ini adalah dilakukan studi dan survei lebih lanjut dari aspek topografi, geologi dan hidrologi untuk mengatasi penyediaan kebutuhan air bersih yang ada di Desa Supun.

Review

The study, "Studi Tentang Penyediaan Kebutuhan Air Bersih di Desa Supun Kabupaten Timor Tengah Utara," addresses a critical issue concerning the provision of clean water in Desa Supun, a village facing significant challenges in meeting its community's needs. The research effectively identifies the problem of inadequate water supply despite the presence of several untapped springs. By focusing on the Oekolo spring as a potential source, the study sets out clear objectives: to quantify its discharge capacity, assess the role of the local government, and outline their strategy for water provision. The methodology employed, encompassing documentation, observation, and field measurements, is appropriate for an initial exploratory study of this nature, providing a foundational understanding of the local context. While the study provides valuable initial data, particularly the quantified debit of the Oekolo spring (0.45 ltr/dtk), this finding immediately highlights a significant challenge: the identified source is insufficient for the community's needs. The assessment of the local government's role reveals underperformance, attributing it to funding constraints, inadequate piping infrastructure, and low community awareness. However, the proposed "strategy" of merely procuring piping infrastructure "in the coming years" appears overly simplistic and lacks the strategic depth required to overcome the multi-faceted obstacles identified. The descriptive analytical approach, while suitable for initial data presentation, limits deeper insights into the complex interplay of socio-economic factors influencing community awareness or the root causes of funding and infrastructure deficits. The study rightly concludes with a recommendation for further, more detailed topographic, geological, and hydrological surveys. To enhance the impact and utility of future research stemming from this initial study, it would be beneficial to expand beyond purely technical aspects. Future work should incorporate a detailed assessment of water demand projections (including population growth), investigate alternative or supplementary water sources (e.g., rainwater harvesting, boreholes with hydrogeological feasibility), and conduct a thorough socio-economic analysis to understand community perceptions, willingness-to-pay, and effective community engagement strategies. Furthermore, any proposed government strategy should be supported by a realistic financial model and a phased implementation plan, rather than a general statement about future procurement. This would transform a descriptive assessment into a comprehensive blueprint for sustainable water resource management in Desa Supun.

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