👉 The Massachusetts Fluid, also known as the Massachusetts Aquifer or the Greater Boston Aquifer, is a significant groundwater system underlying much of eastern Massachusetts and parts of New Hampshire. This vast underground reservoir consists primarily of porous and permeable rock formations, including sand, gravel, and fractured limestone, which collectively store and transmit water. The aquifer plays a crucial role in supplying drinking water to the region's population, supporting agriculture, and maintaining ecosystems. Its recharge occurs mainly through rainfall and snowmelt that percolates through the soil and rock layers, eventually reaching the aquifer. However, over-extraction and contamination pose significant challenges to its sustainability, necessitating careful management and conservation efforts.
