THE INFLUENCE OF BUILT-UP AREA ACTIVITY INTENSITY ON BUS RAPID TRANSIT (BRT) CORRIDOR EFFECTIVENESS: A CASE STUDY OF THE RAJABASA–PANJANG CORRIDOR

Abstract

Bandar Lampung's rapid growth has put significant pressure on its transportation system, as reflected in the increasing number of private vehicles, worsening traffic congestion, and intensive land use development. The Rajabasa-Panjang corridor of the Trans Bandar Lampung Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), inaugurated in 2012 as a solution, was ineffective and ceased operations in 2019. One of the key factors contributing to this failure is the land use characteristics along the corridor that trigger side obstacles. This study aims to identify and analyze the dominant land use types and characteristics of these obstacles at congestion points along the Rajabasa-Panjang BRT corridor. The analysis was conducted using satellite imagery and field observations processed through Geographic Information System (GIS). The results indicate that side obstacles, such as illegal parking, street vendor activities, and cargo loading/unloading, significantly reduce road capacity and slow down traffic. These obstacles are caused by intensive land use, such as markets, schools, and retail stores. Understanding the patterns and distribution of these obstacles could provide policy recommendations for more effective land use planning and traffic management, supporting the revitalization and sustainability of the public transportation system in Bandar Lampung.