Rain water collection - State of Utah

Yesterday I received approval to collect rain water in the State of Utah. I applied for a collection system for 2,500 gallons. This is the Maximum amount allowed before buying water shares.

Just to give you perspective: 1/4 inches of rain will give me about 2,000 gallons of water off my roof. Where I live in Utah receives on average about 13 inches of rain a year (including snow fall water).

How much rainfall do you get? - Click link below

http://average-rainfall.weatherdb.com/

Utah Law for Rain Water Collection

http://le.utah.gov/~code/TITLE73/htm/73_03_000105.htm

The Short Version:

• You can collect up to 2,500 gallons of rain water without owner water shares.
• This system should be underground.
• You can collect up to 200 gallons of rain water without registering with the state
• Registering with the State of Utah is Free

Where to Apply for Rain Water Collection - (FREE to Register)

http://www.waterrights.utah.gov/forms/rainwater.asp