Simple 550 Gallon Rainwater Retention System

My neighbor built her 550 gallon rainwater retention system using two 275 gallon totes and PVC. Today it rained for the first time in a long time. If you are concerned about water storage this is a great way to get tons of water from your roof. She and several others orders a semi-truck load of 275 gallon totes. A total of 60 totes. Some are covering their totes with blue tarps and storing water in their garages. Others are building rainwater retention systems like this.

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[jksatte]

Thanks for making this video, especially in light of your mom's illness. How is she doing? I have learned so much for your complete series. I am praying for special blessings for you and all the others who have taken the time to share their knowledge with others. Truly, thank you!!

[LDSPrepper]

@jksatte Mom is doing great. She had a rough 2011, but 2012 is looking good so far. Thank you for your prayers.

[AnnBearForFreedom]

Hope your mom is recovering. I survived a stroke several years ago, and the recovery process was a real bear. The hardest part, even beyond the physical challenges, was the mental/emotional issues. Please let your mom know that she is not "used up" and that she still has valid ideas and can still be a contributing member of soxiety.  Luck and love to you and your family!

[LDSPrepper]

@AnnBearForFreedom Thank you very much for your kind and positive comment. I will pass that on to her.

[ChaplainJoe1]

By thin wall I assume you mean Coex? Yes Schedule 40 is heavier but the Coex is just as durable and UV resistant. If by thin wall you mean S&D then I would not recommend its use for this type of application as the sun will deteriorate it. It looks like Coex as the inner wall appears to be black corrugated. Great vid LDS.

[LDSPrepper]

@ChaplainJoe1 The inside is black plastic. Thanks for commenting.

[LDSPrepper]

@usfreedom22 Thanks US.

[usfreedom22]

Good video

[LDSPrepper]

@TheDenisedrake It was cheaper. I wouldn't do it again.

[TheDenisedrake]

Why did you use thin wall instead of schedule 40 PVC? Schedule 40 is designed for water supply and drainage and is heavier duty.