More than $8 million for Serasa beach protection

More than $8.15 million has been allocated for the Phase Two Serasa Beach Protection Project, which will be implemented on November 28 later this year, RTB reported. The man-made beach of Serasa controls siltation, by diverting the flow of sediments from entering into estuary, of the Muara Port area.

The 1.6-kilometre beach is popular to visitors for its recreation and water sports, especially during the weekend. There is also a Water Sport Complex, Yacht Club and the Jetsky Sport.

However, the beach has been experiencing erosion problems for years.

In 1978, the beach had a width of eighty metres, which is now only thirty-five.

With the commencement of the project, the beach would still be opened to visitors as works will be done in stages.

Unfortunately, some parts of the beach have been closed from last March 13 to house facilities for the project, including heavy vehicles.

The project is conducted by the Drainage and Sewerage Department of the Public Work Department and expected to be completed by July 27, 2004.

Upon completion, it is hoped that the beach will become a bigger area in order for recreation to be implemented.

Courtesy of Sunday Bulletin