Workshops were held around Allegheny County to offer technical guidance on creating a successful downspout disconnection program.  These workshops covered how to conduct a proper site evaluation, disconnect a downspout, install a rain garden and rain barrel, and create a municipal disconnection program.  Workshops were targeted toward municipal officials, homeowners, and landscape professionals. Nearly 100 people attended the workshops, representing more than 25 municipalities. 

PEC staff and Penn State Center staff also presented the program to employees of Fed Ex as part of their Earth Day events.

Partners in this project were Allegheny County, Audubon Society of Western PA, Etna Borough, Nine Mile Run Watershed Association, and Penn State Center – Engaging Pittsburgh. 

The partners also developed a technical guidance document on downspout disconnection. 

Check out the Disconnecting your downspout brochure.

Check out more information about disconnecting your downspout.