Analysis Of Roadway Performance In Support Of Politeknik Negeri Lhokseumawe Development, Blang Mangat Sub-District, Lhokseumawe City, Aceh Province

Abstract

The development of the Politeknik Negeri Lhokseumawe area in Blang Mangat Sub-District, Lhokseumawe City, is expected to impact the surrounding transportation system and road infrastructure. This community service activity aims to assess the performance of several main road segments that may be affected to support smooth accessibility and traffic safety in the area. The study was conducted through field surveys with direct observation, including an inventory of road geometric conditions and manual traffic volume counts on four major road segments. The collected data were then analyzed using road capacity, degree of saturation (DS), and level of service (LoS). Results showed three road segments operated at Level of Service C (DS between 0.51 – 0.62), indicating stable traffic flow but approaching maximum capacity. The remaining segment was at Level of Service A (DS between 0.11 – 0.19), representing very smooth traffic conditions. The highest traffic volumes were recorded on the Sp. Cunda–Buket Rata and Buket Rata–City Boundary segments, particularly during peak hours, with load capacities ranging from 1,327 pcu/hour to 3,844 pcu/hour. To anticipate the potential increase in traffic load due to future educational activities in the area, traffic management strategies were proposed, including transport scheduling, officer deployment, and control of roadside disturbances. This study highlights the importance of early planning and intervention to maintain safety, efficiency, and comfort for road users in the area.