Investigations on the LRT Ampang Line track damage between Bandaraya and Masjid Jamek stations have concluded, and the findings were announced today, along with Prasarana’s plan and timelines.
To recap, on January 27, Rapid KL blocked access to the LRT Ampang Line stretch between Masjid Jamek and Bandaraya stations, and since then, trains from both directions have been turning back to where they came from. A ‘kinked’ track near the Bandaraya station and structural damage of an overpass in the area was found, believed to be caused by nearby ongoing construction.
According to Prasarana, investigations show that the damage to three structures of the viaduct and pier was caused by ground movement, believed to be from a nearby construction side.
As revealed by the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) on January 27, the development started without consultation with the agency, as mandated under Peraturan-Peraturan Kereta Api (Zon Perlindungan Kereta Api) 1998 [P.U. (A) 367]. Transport minister Anthony Loke today described the development as a 44-storey hotel.
The public transport operator is now in the process of appointing contractors to conduct remedial work that will start in early March, and is expected to take up to seven months to complete. The period includes two months for temporary works to strengthen the structure and five months for full rehabilitation works.
“Rehabilitation will take some time as investigations show that damage to the affected structure brings serious safety risks,” the statement said, adding that Prasarana reserves the right to take legal action against the responsible party.
So, with works starting in early March and a timeframe of seven months, we’re looking at the LRT Ampang Line flowing normally again by October 2023.
Prasarana says that while work is ongoing, alternative services including shuttle buses will continue to be provided. It adds that when the MRT Putrajaya Line is fully opened, LRT Ampang/Sri Petaling Line users will have an alternative to reach the city centre via interchange stations at Chan Sow Lin, Titiwangsa and Sg Besi.
“We acknowledge the difficulties faced by passengers and and we apologise for the inconvenience. We’re also thankful for the patience of passengers and their confidence to continue using public transport managed by us,” Prasarana’s statement ended.
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Some people failed at reading skill “According to Prasarana, investigations show that the damage to three structures of the viaduct and pier was caused by ground movement, believed to be from a nearby construction side.”
We need more detail here, a long investigation but only reveal so small info?
Does unit perancang bandar or unit kawalan bangunan aware of such requirement when approving the go ahead with construction. If yes then heads should roll.
If not, then its whoever that enforce the Peraturan bla3 is at fault. Dont tell me they dont see prelim work of the construction side during their routine inspection of the route.
I wont be surprise if there are other completed building which dont conduct the ‘consultation’.
Why DBKL did not halang the blardy bugger from construction works?
Just let the bugger continue as if they r in miles away.
This is called “failed management” that cant forsee dangers.
Now,for half a year,commuters r badly affected.
This is fucking stupid. I get that public transport has always taken a backseat in this car-infested country but come on.
The SOHO site mentioned is exactly beside DBKL. So MACC plese do your job.
Piling of lrt done according to specs or above safety level agaibst quake?
Muddy Estuary required deeper piling