Pima County Regional Flood Control District

 

Harvesting Rainwater on Your Property

Water harvesting is simply collecting rainwater that falls on your property and then putting it to use around your home or yard-- that's all there is to it!

Many Pima County homeowners use rainwater to irrigate trees, lawns and other landscaping. You can substantially lower your water bill, help reduce local flooding and reduce landscaping and property maintenance needs--- all by putting water harvesting ideas to use around your home. Whether you're building a new home on an single lot, designing a major subdivision, or just making a few improvements around your yard, water harvesting can be easily incorporated into your plans.

Check out the links below for some ideas on how to get started with your own water harvesting system. We've also compiled a list of other water harvesting resources to help you get started-- its easy!

 A Few Benefits of Water Harvesting
 
 How to Harvest Rainwater
 Photo Gallery of Water Harvesting Projects
 
 Further Information and Links about Water Harvesting
 

 

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