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Measuring rainfall provides BWSC with important data used in monitoring the efficiency of our sewer and drain systems during storm conditions. We use this information to evaluate the capacity of our infrastructure and plan proactive maintenance projects. This data can assist in monitoring stormwater runoff into Boston Harbor and the Charles, Neponset and Mystic Rivers. 

BWSC maintains solar powered rain gauges on top of buildings throughout the city. These gauges log measurements of precipitation and report data every five minutes. BWSC provides this information and uploads this rainfall data on a regular basis. BWSC reports rainfall data as far back as 1999, depending on the year of installation for the various gauges.  

Please note the daily rain gauge measurement function - which is updated every five minutes - is set by default to Eastern Standard Time (EST). During Daylight Saving, add one hour to the most recent rainfall reading to get a true real-time measurement of precipitation.

Although the Commission calibrates these devices periodically, they are subject to factors which may lead to inaccuracies. Snow, hail, severe weather, and tampering can affect the data

 

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