Performance Assessment and Actual Operational Maintenance Needs (AKNOP) of Situ Ranca Gede Kawao, Serang Regency

The increasing population in Indonesia demands sufficient food availability to achieve national food security. Food security is a strategic policy involving social, economic, cultural, environmental, and political aspects, with its success indicators determined by adequate food access. Addressing food security issues requires factors such as infrastructure, sustainable technology, and land availability. Effective agricultural land management, supported by water resources, is crucial for improving agricultural productivity. Situ (water reservoirs) play a significant role in supporting agricultural productivity, particularly in Serang Regency, and make a notable contribution to rice production. Ensuring proper management of the situ through technical evaluation and maintenance audits is essential to enhance operational efficiency and support food security goals. Performance assessment and AKNOP preparation are critical for identifying areas of improvement and optimal resource allocation. This activity aims to provide information on components that require attention and serves as a guideline for budget preparation. The performance assessment indicated that Situ Ranca Gede Kawao received a score of 57.17, categorized as sufficient. Components that need improvement include operational guidelines, supporting documents, staff competency, and community involvement. Field identification revealed minor damages that impact water retention, requiring attention to ensure optimal functionality. The results of the AKNOP preparation for Situ Ranca Gede Kawao include operational and maintenance costs totaling IDR 250,905,325. Technical audits, including operational and maintenance cost calculations, provide a foundation for targeted actions to improve the situ's performance and maintain agricultural productivity. A proactive management strategy is key to ensuring the operational efficiency and maintenance of Situ Ranca Gede Kawao, thereby contributing to national food security efforts.