How much do you know about Sungai Sengget?

The estuary of the early Sungai Segget was a marshy area with jungle on both sides. It was only after the development of Johor Bahru in 1855 that Sungai Segget was noticed. Sungai Segget is 3.7km long and the river flows towards Jalan Wong Ah Fook Street and extends to the Johor Strait.

According to historical records, Sungai Segget got its name because Sungai Segget had a sluice Gate, so "Sungai Segget" is a homonym of "Sea Gate".

Sungai Segget used to be a clear river with boats passing by and children playing on the river. However, it was later called "smelly river" because it became polluted with the progress of the times.

Today, the government is implementing the Downtown Johor Bahru renovation programme at a total cost of RM1.8 billion, including Sungai Segget.

Sungai Segget landscape will be divided into three sections which are the historical and heritage zone, culture and arts zone, and fun and leisure zone.

Historical and Heritage Zone

Introduces the history and heritage of Sungai Segget and Johor combined with fun family components such as the Seaview Plaza, Kapal Bugis ‘Prahu Panisi sculpture, Iconic Statement Segget sculpture and as such.

Culture & Art Zone

Promotes and enhances the local identity and character as well as encompasses the creative expression of visual and performing arts like a ‘JIM’ sculpture which is made from cotton steel symbolising JOHOR in Jawi.

Sungai Segget's revamp plan is divided into three phases, with the first and second phases mainly being “Construction of Sg Segget Integrated Water Treatment Plant (IWTP)” and “Construction of Flood Mitigation System and Sewerage System” which were completed in April 2017.

Phase 3 is “Sungai Segget Landscaping and Upgrading of Jalan Wong Ah Fook Project”. When these plans are completed, the clean environment of the river will bring more opportunities for neighboring businesses.  The renovation plan will help attract more tourists and boost tourism.

The present Sungai Segget has been given a new look.   There are many photo attractions and a brief history of Sungai Segget. And now only need to walk, can shuttle Johor Bahru other old streets, very convenient.