3rd Annual Rain Barrel Program

Braintree MA

15 February, 2022

11:54 AM

Description

In 2020, water system demand in Massachusetts was 195.76 million gallons per day. Massachusetts receives approximately 48 inches of rain per year on average, with average monthly rainfall between 3 and 4 inches for all regions of the state. These precipitation patterns are changing and the changes are likely to become more pronounced in the years ahead. We can expect to see more intense spring downpours, drier summers and more intermittent droughts, increased inland and coastal flooding, diminishing snowfall and higher precipitation in winter and spring months. Droughts will create challenges for local water supply by reducing surface water storage and the recharge of groundwater supplies, including private wells. Rain barrels are one of the many ways you can help them conserve water and protect our environment. That is why we are bringing back our Rain Barrel program for the 3rd year in a row! How a Rain Barrel Can Help the Environment? Reduces runoff and non-point source pollution. Rain barrels capture rainwater from the roof that would otherwise become runoff that would pick up pollutants and transport them to local waterways.Reduces erosion and flooding: Increased amounts of stormwater runoff increases erosion and flooding. Capturing some of the water will reduce velocity and peak flows.Saves drinking water resources and money. You can save up to 40% on your water bill by using a rain barrel! To find out more about the barrels and get your DISCOUNTED barrel today, please visit: www.greatamericanrainbarrel.com/community/ and select Braintree. Barrels are offered at $79 for painted and $74 for unpainted. Barrels will be available for pick up on Tuesday, April 26th 3:00-7:00pm at the Parks and Rec Building 74 Pond St, Braintree, MA 02184. Deadline for purchase is April 17th, 5:00pm. For additional questions, please contact the Town of Braintree Stormwater Outreach Coordinator, Wednesday Walton, at [email protected] or 781-794-8947. About the Great American Rain BarrelThe Great American Rain Barrel is a local food importing company that has been repurposing shipping drums into Rain Barrels since 1988. The Great American Rain Barrel Co. has been an approved vendor by the MASS DEP since 2010.