Environmental Quality Index as the Foundation for Management of Aquaculture Areas in Tambak Lorok, Tanjung Mas Village, North Semarang

Abstract

The Aquaculture Area in Tambak Lorok is one of the areas that is affected by human and industrial activities because utilizing water from the Kali Banger that has been affected by human activities, industry, etc., will reduce the water quality of the pond. The purpose of this study is to examine the water quality and saprobic index to see the level of pollution in the pond area; reviewing community perceptions for pond area management indicators; compile a community and ecosystem management strategy. The results of the study obtained that the aquaculture area in Tambak Lorok is at a level of heavy pollution, this is seen from the quality parameters that do not meet the quality standards and the saprobic index that many encounter with α-Meso-saprobic organisms. Based on the results of the SWOT analysis, the area can still be managed by increasing public awareness with the help of counseling from the government about the importance of maintaining the quality of the aquatic environment.

Keywords: Saprobic Index, Water Quality Index, SWOT Analysis