ANALISIS PERBANDINGAN TINGKAT KERUSAKAN JALAN BERDASARKAN METODE PCI (Pavement Condition Index) DAN METODE SDI (Surface Distress Index) PADA RUAS JALAN CIKUKULU-CARINGIN

Roads are one of the most essential land transportation infrastructures, supporting the mobility of people, goods, and services. The Cikukulu–Caringin Road in Sukabumi Regency, with a length of ±4.4 km and a width of 4–5 m, functions as a local and alternative route for freight and intercity traffic. This road section has shown recurring deterioration due to heavy traffic loads, inadequate drainage systems, and high rainfall intensity. This study aims to determine the level of pavement damage using the Pavement Condition Index (PCI) and the Surface Distress Index (SDI) methods and to compare both results as a basis for recommending appropriate maintenance strategies. The research applied a Descriptive Comparative Analysis method by evaluating road survey data through PCI and SDI principles. The results indicate eight types of pavement distress, including patching, raveling, swelling, potholes, cracking, edge defects, bleeding, and depression. The PCI assessment produced values ranging from 26 to 89, with an average of 67, categorized as Good, while the SDI assessment ranged from 10 to 55, with an average of 31.5, also classified as Good. The variation arises because PCI considers more types of pavement damage, whereas SDI is limited to cracks, potholes, and rutting. In conclusion, the PCI method is more reliable in evaluating pavement condition and determining repair strategies. It is recommended that road authorities adopt PCI as the primary reference, with suggested treatments focusing on routine and preventive maintenance, such as pothole patching and crack sealing/filling, to preserve pavement quality and extend service life.
Keywords : Road damage, Pavement Condition Index, Road maintenance.