Planning and Watering Tools

Use Google Earth or Yavapai County Interactive Map to help estimate roof and drainage areas.

Yavapai County Interactive Map
https://gis.yavapaiaz.gov/v4/map.aspx

Google Earth
https://earth.google.com/web/

EPA WaterSense Landscaping Water Budget Tool

https://www.epa.gov/watersense/water-budget-tool

WaterUseIt Wisely Interactive Landscape Watering Guide
Find watering recommendations based on your plants, soil, and landscape needs. 
https://www.wateruseitwisely.com/saving-water-outdoors/interactive-watering-guides/

Note: Irrigation frequency tables in this guide are for the Phoenix area and should not be used for Prescott or surrounding communities. Refer to the EPA WaterSense Budget Tool or other local resources for frequency information.

Gravity System Installation Example Videos

Three-Barrel Vertical Rainwater System
View a quick example of a vertical three-barrel collection system.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpV2p7cAcN0

IBC Tote Installation With Leaf Eater and First-Flush System
Learn how an IBC tote, leaf eater, and first-flush system can be incorporated into a rainwater harvesting setup. Suggested sections begin around 5:00 and 13:00.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6h9Hlc3k4bs

Pump System Installation Example Videos

The Ultimate Rain Barrel Irrigation System
Learn how a rain barrel irrigation system can be configured. Suggested workshop segment: 4:54–25:38.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7kY07rRoJM

Installing a Pump in a Rainwater Harvesting Tank
View an example of installing a pump in a rainwater harvesting tank. Suggested workshop segment: 0:30–12:00.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BU2eROdhC9c

How to Install a Water Pump
Follow an overview of installing a water pump for a rainwater harvesting system. Suggested workshop segment: 0:27–3:30.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syHTMT9At6c

Rain Gardens

Rain Gardens: A How-To Manual for Homeowners (PDF)
View the City of Prescott’s guide to planning, building, and maintaining a rain garden.
https://prescottwater.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/RainwaterHarvesting-Workbook.-9.10.25-Update.pdf

Harvesting Rainwater for Landscape Use
Read the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension guide to collecting and using rainwater in residential landscapes.
https://repository.arizona.edu/handle/10150/144825

Rebates

WaterSmart™ Rebates and Incentives
Learn about City of Prescott rebates for rain barrels, cisterns, rain gardens, and qualifying water-saving improvements.
https://prescottwater.com/rebates/