Legal Definitions - subterranean water

Subterranean water is water that is found beneath the earth's surface and is not artificially confined. This type of water is also known as groundwater.

Examples of subterranean water include:

• Water that is found in layers of permeable rock or soil
• Water that seeps through the soil without a defined channel

These examples illustrate how subterranean water is not visible on the surface and is instead found underground. This type of water is important for many uses, including drinking water and irrigation.