Where does the rain water gets collected?

Where does the rain water gets collected?

In urban areas, rainwater can be collected from the roof, paved and unpaved areas of a house, a block of flats, a colony, a park, a playground, parking areas, schools, office complexes lakes and tanks. There are two ways of using the harvested rainwater: Storing in receptacles. Recharging into the aquifer.

What is rainwater collection called?

A rainwater catchment or collection (also known as “rainwater harvesting”) system can yield 2,358 litres (623 US gal) of water from 2.54 cm (1.00 in) of rain on a 92.9 m2 (1,000 sq ft) roof.

How can rainwater be collected and stored?

What Is Rainwater Harvesting?

1. A conveyance system – gutters and downpipes that channel the water from the collection surface into a rainwater tank.
2. Diverters and filters – to keep leaves and other debris out of the storage tank.
3. A storage tank – to safely store the water that has been collected.

Where is rainwater harvesting used?

Rainwater harvesting is used extensively in Latin America and the Caribbean, mainly for domestic water supply and, in some cases, for agriculture and livestock supplies on a small scale. In Brazil and Argentina, rainwater harvesting is used in semi-arid regions.

Is rain water safe to drink straight from the sky?

Safety of drinking rainwater There is nothing inherently unsafe about or wrong with drinking rainwater, as long as it’s clean. In fact, many communities around the world depend on rainwater as their primary source of drinking water. That said, not all rainwater is safe to drink.

Can we drink rain water directly?

It is possible, therefore, for us to drink untreated rainwater. This is because rainwater is pure, distilled water evaporated from the sun – nothing else. However, when rainwater falls from the sky, substances from the air and land melt into the rainwater. This water (groundwater) is relatively safe for drinking.

What is the best way to collect rainwater?

The rain will collect in gutters that channel the water into downspouts and then into some sort of storage vessel. Rainwater collection systems can be as simple as collecting rain in a rain barrel or as elaborate as harvesting rainwater into large cisterns to supply your entire household demand.

Does rainwater need to be treated?

Rainwater may contain pollution, animal excrement and other particles which are harmful to humans, plants and animals. Therefore collected rainwater needs to be treated before it is safe to use for business. There are two primary steps to rainwater treatment: filtration and sterilisation using chlorine or UV light.

How do you keep water fresh in a rainwater tank?

5 Ways to Properly Store and Keep Your Rainwater Clean

1. Install a filter. Filters are essential and can be installed at various points in your rainwater collection system.
2. Empty barrels once a week and clean them.
3. Use oil to prevent mosquitoes.
4. Add chlorine/iodine tablets.
5. Paint barrels.

What can harvested rainwater not be used for?

Certain types of roof materials may not allow for the installation of a rainwater harvesting system. For example, a roof made from asbestos sheeting can mean that unwanted and unsafe substances end up in the water. If the water collected is used for household purposes, it can pose a threat to human health.

Where does the rainwater have to be collected?

Rainwater must be used on the property where it is collected. Rainwater can only be collected from existing structures that have another purpose other than collecting rainwater. If we find that rainwater collection is negatively affecting existing water rights in an area, local restrictions may be developed to govern new systems.

How to calculate the volume of rain collected?

Not all rain is always captured, as at times the tank may overflow. To calculate the volume of rainfall that can be collected from roof area the following formula is used: Volume of water (litres) = Annual average rainfall (mm) × Roof area (m²) × 0.95

When to install a rainwater collection system?

If you are building a new house in an area where you have no access to municipal water, consider installing a rainwater collection system to supply your household water needs. Don’t take a chance with drilling a well and the quality of the well water you could get.

Why do we need rainwater harvesting systems in urban areas?

We have installed rainwater harvesting systems in urban areas for irrigation purposes, as a solution to drainage issues, and as a backup water source. Some people install urban rainwater harvesting systems because they have found that rain barrels just don’t hold enough water.