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Water Conservation - Rain Barrels

Rain Barrels

TURN OFF THE GARDEN HOSE -- THE BARREL`S BACK!

With the rising price of municipal water and ongoing drought restrictions, it just makes sense to start taking advantage of rainwater collection for your garden watering needs. Our 60- and 80-gallon rain barrels represent the modern equivalent of the very ancient art of collecting rainwater for irrigation. The dark green colors of the barrels block the light to reduce algae growth, while a locking lid stops wildlife and pets from entering the barrels, (including mosquitoes).

To use the rain barrel, simply place it under a shortened downspout (any size) or under a place in your roof where water runs off. A one-inch rainfall over a 1,000-square-foot roof provides more than 600 gallons of water. Each barrel also has an overflow valve that can be attached to a garden hose to divert the overflow water to any area of your yard or garden, as well as a spigot.

The 60-gallon barrels, which are manufactured locally, are 32"H x 28"W; the 80-gallon ones are 38"H x 28"W. The barrels are offered at a reduced price through a partnership between Mecklenburg County Soil and Water Conservation and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services.

Barrels can be ordered from Hal Marshall County Services Center. To order, call (704) 336-2455 or (704) 344-6265 or click on the CharMeck link below

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CharMeck Water and Land Resources

Rain Barrel USA - Waxhaw, NC