Are you RainReady?

Do your part to prevent flooding in Newark!

RainReady is Newark’s very own green infrastructure program to mitigate flooding, improve stormwater management, and beautify Newark with more green space.

Water & Sewer is working hard to get Newark RainReady… now, YOU can get involved too!

Become a stormwater champion by adopting a Newark storm drain today.

How would you like to get involved?

Adopt a Storm Drain

*Formerly known as ‘Adopt a Catch Basin’

Why should I keep my storm drain clean?

Keeping storm drains clean helps prevent local street flooding, improves water quality, and reduces the trash and debris that pollute our waterways.

What is a storm drain?

Storm drains, also known as ‘catch basins’, collect rainfall or water from melting snow.

There are over 6,000 storm drains in the City of Newark! These drains carry that water from Newark streets to a nearby treatment plant or our local rivers.

How do I get started?

  • Select a storm drain near you to adopt.

    Locate a storm drain around the corner from your home, school, or work that needs cleaning!

  • Fill out the storm drain adoption form.

    Are you ready to commit?

    Submit a form HERE.

  • Pick up your storm drain care kit.

    Your care kit contains cleaning instructions, gloves, and a safety vest to help you get started (while supplies last).

  • Clean up your storm drain before AND after it rains!

    Make a consistent schedule to clean your storm drain to keep it trash-free!

Adopt A Storm Drain FAQs

  • Yes! You are welcome to adopt more than one storm drain, as long as you are able to care for them. When signing up, please indicate the number of storm drains you wish to adopt and the location of each one.

  • The City of Newark is requesting at least a year-long commitment. If you can no longer care for your storm drain, please let us know so we can update our records.

  • Yes! Anyone who has a connection to Newark (live, work, attend school, etc.) can participate in this program.

  • When you submit your form, you will receive an email with further instructions on when and where to pick up your storm drain starter kit. The City provides one starter kit (while supplies last). We do not replace lost kits.

  • Please let us know if you are interested in having your storm drain painted and we will consider your location for our next painting opportunity.

  • We are glad you are interested! We invite all interested artists to email getrainready@ci.newark.nj.us. Please include your name and the general Newark area you wish to paint.

I would like to adopt a storm drain!

Submit a request by filling out the form below.

Rain Barrels

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What is a rain barrel?

A rain barrel attaches to your home’s gutter system to collect and store rainwater. The water can be used for watering your lawn or garden, washing your car, and other outdoor uses.

Why should I get a rain barrel for my home?

Rain barrels are a great way to prevent local street flooding and reduce runoff pollution of our local waterways.

By owning a rain barrel, you can also save on your water bill!

Request a Rain Barrel

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Come back soon to request a rain barrel from the City of Newark Department of Water & Sewer Utilities!