description Citarum River Overview
The Citarum River is a major river in West Java, Indonesia, flowing for roughly 297 kilometres from the island's interior toward the Java Sea. Its water supports irrigation, drinking-water systems, fisheries, and hydropower, including the Saguling, Cirata, and Jatiluhur reservoirs. The river has also faced severe pollution from industry, textile production, household waste, and agricultural runoff.
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Where does the Citarum River flow?
The Citarum River flows through West Java, Indonesia, from the island’s interior toward the Java Sea. It is roughly 297 kilometres long.
What is the Citarum River used for?
The river supports irrigation, drinking-water systems, fisheries, and hydropower. Its major reservoirs include Saguling, Cirata, and Jatiluhur.
Which reservoirs are connected to the Citarum River?
The Citarum system includes the Saguling, Cirata, and Jatiluhur reservoirs. These reservoirs support hydropower and other water needs in West Java.
How long is the Citarum River?
The Citarum River flows for roughly 297 kilometres. It runs across West Java toward the Java Sea.
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