In article , Charlie wrote:

On Wed, 18 Nov 2009 08:49:36 -0800 (PST), richardg
wrote:

I would like to make a rain barrel. I have no idea where to get a used
food grade barrel. There are no bottling plants in my area. Are there
other possible sources I could try?
Richard

You appear to be in the Albany area....if so, how about these.

http://www.barrelsupply.com/barrels.htm

http://www.capitolcontainer.com/cccrecon.htm

Try any recycler, as many of the drums end up with them.

Charlie

A 50 gal. or 60 gal. barrel won't go far in addressing your water needs.
It may be easier to dig a cistern and pump the water out.
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