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Slow it Down & Soak it Up

Homeowners can help manage stormwater by installing rain barrels and rain gardens on their property. These actions help our local streams and offer beneficial resources to the resident. 
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Slow it Down & Soak it Up

Fast moving water can erode soil and pick up other pollutants on its way to our local streams. There are two simple ways that homeowners can help with stormwater runoff
  1. Slow It Down - You can help by detaining water during a rain event and then slowly releasing it afterwards. A rain barrel is a great option. Rain barrels capture rain from your downspouts and let you use the rain water during a dry spell to irrigate your lawn or to wash your car, or both at the same time.​
  2. Soak It Up - Given the proper conditions, your landscaping can soak up the rain water. These conditions can be achieved by adding a rain garden to your property. Rain gardens can be a beautiful addition to your yard while also creating the perfect conditions to soak up all the excess rain water.
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Clermont Soil and Water
Deerfield Regional Storm Water District 
Hamilton County Storm Water District

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City of Middletown
City of Monroe
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City of Loveland
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  • About
    • Partnership Opportunities
    • Government Regulations
    • Ohio River Watershed
  • Rain Barrel Art Project
    • Participate
    • Selected Artists
    • Auction
    • What is a Rain Barrel?
    • Rain Barrel Photos
  • Take Action
    • Workshops >
      • Upcoming
      • Archive >
        • Rain Barrel Workshops
        • Stormwater Float
        • Fostering Sustainable Behavior Seminar
        • H2Ohio
        • Green Infrastructure
        • Rain Barrel Prep
        • Concrete Washout
        • HOA Webinar Series
    • Buffer the Banks
    • Top 10 Tips
    • See Something, Say Something
    • Uncool Pool
    • Slow it down & Soak it up
    • End Plastic Pollution
    • Take Back Your Home
    • Take Back Your Lawn BINGO
  • Sales