LUCAS SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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Rain Barrels

Rain barrels are used to capture rain water off of a roof to then be used later for watering or other non-potable uses. Installing a rain barrel is an easy, effective way to help slow stormwater runoff from your property and prevent potential water pollution.

Order a Rain Barrel!

FAQ: Is it illegal to have a rain barrel in Ohio? 

No! Statewide, rainwater harvesting is legal and encouraged locally to reduce stormwater runoff. Systems used for potable (drinking) water purposes, however, are subject to specific Ohio Department of Health regulations and require permits to ensure the water is properly treated. 
Upcoming Rain Barrel Workshops:
  • 2026 workshop schedule TBA! 
Resources for Rain Barrel Owners:
  • How to Install a Rain Barrel​
  • Critter Guard How-to (prevents small animals from drowning inside your barrel!)
  • Paint your Rain Barrel Guide
Questions? Contact Penny Bollin, Urban Conservation Technician 
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (419) 893-1966 ext. 5# or (419) 377-0065

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8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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3350 Hill Ave., Suite K,
​Toledo OH 43607
419-893-1966
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • History & Funding
    • Support the SWCD >
      • Affiliate Members
    • Board & Staff
    • Contact Us
  • Programs & Services
    • Ag Resources & Programs >
      • H2Ohio
      • Ag Best Management Practices
      • Cooperator of the Year & CREP Awards
      • Farmland Preservation
      • Pond Management
    • Education Services >
      • Education Programs >
        • Classroom / Youth Programs
        • Adult Programming
      • Newsletters >
        • Educational Articles
        • Conservation in the Classroom
      • Outdoor Student Learning Opportunities >
        • Blue Creek Conservation Field Trips
        • Envirothon
      • Contests >
        • Poster Contest
        • Caring For Our Watersheds
      • Educator Resources >
        • Grants of Interest
        • Professional Development Opportunities
        • Lesson Plan Resources
      • Educator of the Year
    • Residential Resources >
      • Urban Agriculture & Gardening
      • Stormwater
      • Eco-Landscaping
      • Penny's Ponderings
    • Drainage Program >
      • Ditch Maintenance >
        • Collections
    • Current Grant Projects >
      • Headwaters Tenmile Creek Project
      • Shull Tenmile Creek Project
  • Get Involved
    • Upcoming Workshops & Events >
      • Vermicomposting 101 Class: 3/24
      • Patio Potato Barrels Class: 3/31
      • Gardening 101 Class: 4/23
      • Make & Take Rain Barrel Workshop 5/9
      • Native Plant Sale 5/22
      • Water Quality Stewardship Certification Program
    • Stay in Touch
    • Volunteer
    • Toledo-area Urban Farmer Networking Group
  • Spring Sales
  • Shop Online
    • Cover Crop Sale
    • Refund Policy
  • Additional Resources
    • Public Information Requests
    • Report Pollution
  • Blog
  • Videos