Identification of Aquifers and Groundwater Availability Potential in Gampong Meurandeh Using the Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) Method
Fajriani(a*), Sabrian Tri Anda(a) Afrahun Naziah(a), Rachmad Almi Putra(a), M. Ari Fahril(a), Ida Ratna Nila(a), Radhiyullah Armi(b), Thania Alisya(a)

a) Department of Geophysics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Jl. Prof. Dr. Syarif Thayeb, Langsa 24416, Indonesia
*fajriani[at]unsam.ac.id
b) Department of Physics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Jl. Prof. Dr. Syarif Thayeb, Langsa 24416, Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to identify the groundwater potential in the residential area of Gampong Meurandeh using the Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) method. This method was chosen for its effectiveness in detecting aquifer layers and the geological characteristics beneath the surface. The VES analysis results indicate that the aquifer layer is identified at depths ranging from 19 to 25 meters. Additionally, water discharge measurements show an average discharge of 349.37 m3/day, indicating a considerable potential for groundwater utilization in the area. The availability of adequate groundwater is crucial for the community, particularly for meeting daily needs, agriculture, and health. These findings are expected to serve as a reference for sustainable groundwater resource management and to support the well-being of the community in Gampong Meurandeh.

Keywords: Groundwater- Gampong Meurandeh- Vertical Electrical Sounding- Aquifer

Topic: Earth and Environmental Sciences