Comparison of Concrete and Asphalt Pavement Planning in Terms of Cost and Time on the Tulangan-Kludan Road Segment, Sidoarjo Regency

Abstract

This study compares the planning of concrete and asphalt pavement on the Tulangan–Kludan road segment in Sidoarjo Regency, focusing on cost and implementation time. The research analyzes projections of average daily traffic (ADT), optimal pavement design for 20-year and 40-year service lives, construction cost estimates, and implementation duration. The methodology refers to the 2024 Road Pavement Design Manual (MDPJ) guidelines and field-testing data using the Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP). The results show that concrete pavement has a longer service life with minimal maintenance requirements, making it suitable for industrial roads with heavy traffic loads. On the other hand, asphalt pavement offers advantages in terms of lower initial construction costs and shorter implementation time. This study reveals that although concrete pavement requires a higher initial investment, it is more cost-effective in the long term due to its lower maintenance needs over a 40-year service period. Meanwhile, asphalt pavement is more economical for a 20-year service life, especially under medium traffic conditions. The unique contribution of this research lies in its integration of local ADT projections with the latest MDPJ 2024 standards, producing context-specific insights that can guide infrastructure planning. This comparative analysis provides practical recommendations for infrastructure development planning in Sidoarjo Regency, particularly in supporting industrial area growth in Tulangan District.