GET INVOLVED
Harmful algal blooms of cyanobacteria (cyanoHABs) have impacted water quality in Santuit Pond, limiting recreational access and impacting aquatic life in this pond, which holds cultural significance to the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe. Projected climate change is anticipated to exacerbate cyanoHABs in New England due to increased temperatures combined with increases in both total precipitation and precipitation intensity, which favors runoff generation and subsequent transport of sediment and nutrients to receiving waters.
Santuit Pond water quality has been monitored by state, tribal, and local agencies, as well as academic groups and volunteer monitors. Stay engaged and follow the Santuit Pond Learning Hub link for study updates and how you can get involved!
