I'm collecting rain water in this drought [View all]

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Last edited Fri Apr 17, 2015, 10:22 AM - Edit history (1)

Here's the formula:
1" of rain on 1,000 sq ft of surface area equals about 600 gallons.
Where I live in the San Diego area gets 10" of rain per year.
I'm not sure people realize the potential here.

I have about 500 sq ft of roof on the back half of my townhouse I have directed into a 205 gallon Bushman rain barrel.



Our last rain was 1.41 inches. I wish I had room for a bigger tank as this one filled very fast.
I applied months ago for the $75 rebate but haven't heard back...lame.

I use this water to water my garden beds and potted plants. They love it.

I really think there needs to be more resources at the California State level in helping us citizens with rain water collection.