Rain barrels are used to collect rain water to reduce the amount of polluted sediment and stormwater runoff that flows through storm sewers to the Wabash River.

Each rain barrel is fifty-five gallons in size and are made from food grade recycled plastic. They are available in blue or terra-cotta. The lid of the barrel has holes drilled to allow water to drain into the barrel from the downspout, and a screen in the lid to keep out debris and mosquitoes. Each barrel has a garden hose size spigot at the bottom so that you may attach a hose to the barrel to use for watering plants. The barrels also have an overflow fitting to allow the excess water that flows from the downspout to be diverted away from the barrel.

With proper installation, maintenance and use, your rain barrel should function properly. The City of West Lafayette assumes no liability for the installation, maintenance, property damage or injury associated with your rain barrel.

How to Purchase a Rain Barrel

1. Please call the West Lafayette Wastewater Treatment Utility at 765-775-5145 to verify they have the product available for purchase.
2. Order and pay for your rain barrel at the City of West Lafayette Clerks Office located at Margerum City Hall, 222 N Chauncey Avenue, Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. There is currently no grant money available for discounted kits at this time.
   • Rain barrels are $60.00 each for City of West Lafayette sewage users
   • Rain barrels are $60.00 for anyone outside of the West Lafayette sewage service area
   • Diverters are $31.00
   • Stands are $26.00
3. Once purchased, barrels for West Lafayette City residents, with City sewer service, will be delivered. For non-City residents, barrels may be picked up from the West Lafayette Wastewater Treatment Utility, located at 500 S River Rd., Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 3:30 pm.

There is a limit of two barrels purchased per household. Cash, check, and debit/credit cards are accepted. We are required to collect States Sales Tax for all sales.

Additional Resources

To learn more about rain barrels and how they work, check out the resources below.

• Wabash River Enhancement Corporation TippEcoNow Rain Barrel Information
• Upcycle Rain Barrels
• Indiana Watershed Leadership Program "How-To" Videos
• Rain Barrel Installation
• Rain Barrel Winterization Guide
• Rain Barrel Painting Instructions

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