Lloyd Aquifer Protection
What is the Lloyd Aquifer?
The Lloyd Aquifer is the purest, deepest and most limited aquifer serving Long Island. Long Beach relies solely on water pumped from the Lloyd, to meet the needs of our residents.
What is the current condition of the Lloyd?
A saltwater interface threatens to intrude into the Lloyd aquifer’s freshwater. Saltwater intrusion contaminates freshwater and increases costs to make our water safe to drink. Protecting and conserving our only source of drinking water must be a priority concern for the City and every resident.
What is the US Geological Survey’s Long Island Groundwater Study?
The USGS monitors groundwater supply wells across the U.S. The main objectives of this study are to monitor groundwater movement and chloride concentrations, which can indicate saltwater intrusion, and determine current location, thickness, and concentration of freshwater-saltwater interface. Visit the USGS website to learn more.
What can you do at home or work to play your part in protecting our freshwater supply?
- Be mindful of your daily water usage: wash only full dishwasher or laundry loads and turn off water while brushing teeth or shaving;
- Water your lawn only between the hours of 7:00 PM and 9:00 AM, and reduce watering based on rainfall amounts;
- Businesses, according to code, should supply patrons with drinking water only upon request;
- Install water efficient products, such as low-flow faucets, showerheads & toilets; improvements or additions that require building permits must, according to code, use updated water efficient fixtures and fittings;
- Install a rain barrel: use for your lawn (do not use for human/pet consumption);
- For more tips, visit our Water Conservation and Preservation page