Analysis of Clean Water Needs in Kupang City According to the Availability of Clean Water Sources and Service Zones

The increase in the number and density of population in urban areas due to urbanization, the problem of poverty and poor managerial ability of drinking water operators have contributed to the low ability of residents to access water fit for drinking. This study aims to understand the needs of clean water in Kupang City according to the availability of water sources and service zones. This research was conducted in Kupang City. The method used was descriptive study that aims to get an idea of the potential water sources that were managed by the local drinking water companyof Kupang Regency, and the population projectionas well as their need for clean water by 2030. The results showed that water sources utilized by the community in Kupang city were 13 springs and 13 artesian wellswith aservice capacity that reached up to 296,26 Liter/second. Kupang City population projections up to 2030 reached 601.263 inhabitants with the average water needs until the year 2030 up to 695,9 Liters/ second. The clean water service zones in Kupang city was divided into 8 service zones. In conclusion, the clean water capacity till the year 2030 is still not sufficient to cover the average standard of clean water that is required for the people of Kupang City.