
Cisterns
What you need to know
Updated: Apr 28, 2023
Supported Services
- Department:
- Engineering Services
- Service Categories:
- Stormwater
- Related Services:
- Apply for Raleigh Rainwater RewardsGreen Stormwater Infrastructure
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04/28/2023 5:28 pm
What you need to know
Updated: Apr 28, 2023
Cisterns capture and store rainwater that flows from buildings and rooftops. The water stored in a cistern is good for washing cars, gardening, and irrigation.
Using a cistern helps protect streams and creeks from water pollution.
Here's how: The cistern collects rain before it reaches storm drains and streams. When this happens, you can use the water right on your property. Then, the water soaks into the ground. Soil/plants clean the water before it flows to local waterways.
The Inter-faith Food Shuttle started using cisterns to water their gardens at the Camden Street Learning Garden in southeast Raleigh. See how the cisterns work and how they help the environment and the community.