Rainwater Harvesting: Eagle Mountain vs Orem
How do rainwater harvesting rules compare between Eagle Mountain, UT and Orem, UT?
Eagle Mountain and Orem have similar restriction levels.
Eagle Mountain, UT
Utah County
Rainwater harvesting in Utah County regulated by Utah Code §73-3-1.5. Residents may collect up to 2,500 gallons underground with free state registration via Division of Water Rights. Critical due to Wasatch Front drought.
View full Eagle Mountain rules →Orem, UT
Utah County
Rainwater harvesting in Utah County regulated by Utah Code §73-3-1.5. Residents may collect up to 2,500 gallons underground with free state registration via Division of Water Rights. Critical due to Wasatch Front drought.
View full Orem rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Eagle Mountain | Orem |
|---|---|---|
| Unregistered Limit | Two 100-gal containers | Two 100-gal containers |
| Registered Limit | 2,500 gal underground | 2,500 gal underground |
| Registration | Free, Division of Water Rights | Free, Division of Water Rights |
| Statute | Utah Code §73-3-1.5 | Utah Code §73-3-1.5 |
| Water District | CUWCD Provo River | CUWCD Provo River |
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Eagle Mountain FAQ
Do I need to register a 50-gallon rain barrel?
No. Utah Code §73-3-1.5 allows two containers under 100 gallons each without registration — a total of 200 gallons unregistered.
Can I use collected rainwater inside my home?
No. Utah law restricts collected rainwater to outdoor irrigation on the parcel where collected. Indoor potable use requires standard municipal water.
Orem FAQ
Do I need to register a 50-gallon rain barrel?
No. Utah Code §73-3-1.5 allows two containers under 100 gallons each without registration — a total of 200 gallons unregistered.
Can I use collected rainwater inside my home?
No. Utah law restricts collected rainwater to outdoor irrigation on the parcel where collected. Indoor potable use requires standard municipal water.
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