General : Sungai Pinang Flood Mitigation Project Phase 1 Half Complete – Zairil

The Penang state government's RM114.8 million Sungai Pinang flood mitigation project is currently 50.86% complete, with full completion projected for September 20, 2027. Led by the State Infrastructure Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari, the initiative aims to reduce flash flood risks in the 51sq km Sungai Pinang river basin, which has faced increased pressure from rapid development.

The project, spanning three years, includes deepening and widening a 1.4km stretch of the river, constructing parallel drains, upgrading drainage outfalls, and installing a piano weir and pumping station. The Sungai Pinang, serving as the main drainage channel for the basin, is expected to benefit from the project's flood protection capabilities against events with a 100-year average recurrence interval.

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