Rain Barrels

The Yarmouth Water Department is excited to team up with the Great American Rain Barrel Company to offer Yarmouth residents rain barrels at discounted rates!

What is a Rain Barrel?

Rain barrels (generally made out of a 55 gallon food-grade barrel) collect the water that runs off the rooftops of buildings typically by way of a gutter or downspout.  The water collected is ideal for watering gardens or lawns, as well as other household chores such as washing cars or windows.

Why Use a Rain Barrel?

Rain barrels are a great tool to conserve water and reduce stormwater runoff.  During the summer months, outdoor tasks such as watering lawns and gardens typically make up about 40% of household water use. With seasonal droughts, restrictions and bans on lawn watering, and the increasing cost of water, it makes sense to use rain water instead of municipal water for outdoor uses as it results in significant cost savings for residents. Unless it is collected, rain water runs off impervious surfaces, such as roofs and pavement, gathering pollutants which often end up in local streams, rivers, pond, lakes and marine waters. Keeping and using rain water on your property helps reduce pollution, erosion and improves local watershed health.  For additional information on the benefits of rain barrels, check out the MassDEP website.


Rain Barrel with Flowers

How to Purchase Your Rain Barrel

Rain Barrels are available for purchase by residents at the discounted price of $79.00.

How to Order:   Go to https://www.greatamericanrainbarrel.com/community/ (Select MA and Yarmouth)

Pick-Up:  Thursday, October 20th 1:00pm-3:00pm at the Yarmouth Water Department, 99 Buck Island Road, West Yarmouth, MA

Deadline to Order:   October 9th at Midnight