RiverSmart Homes – Rain Barrel Program

Through the District Department of Environment (DDOE) RiverSmart Homes program, district homeowners can apply to receive up to two (2) rain barrels along with installation, for a co-payment of $30.00 each.  The first step in the process is to fill out the application form on the DDOE website.  After an initial audit by the DDOE, dc greenworks delivers and installs the rain barrel.  

The approved program barrel is the 132-gallon RiverSafe barrel, manufactured locally in Ellicott City by RiverSides,  a non-profit.   Other features include

• a filtration system

• a built-in diverter for the winter

• full-enclosure to discourage mosquito habitat

• 100% recycled plastic content

Rain barrels installed through RiverSmart Homes.