Rain gardens and stormwater projects · Kentucky

MSD Downspout Disconnection Program

Run by Louisville and Jefferson County Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD)

Status not postedLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
$100 one-time per downspout disconnected
Who qualifies
MSD customers with downspouts connected to the wastewater system; MSD inspects each downspout to determine eligibility.
Where
Louisville and Jefferson County MSD customers whose downspouts connect to the wastewater system.
Status
Status not posted. The official page doesn't say whether it's taking applications.
Type of payment
Rebate
Official program page

What you do

Disconnect roof downspouts from the sewer system and redirect water to rain barrels, piping away from the house, a French drain, or a splash-block turnout.

Requirements

  • Contact MSD for a pre-work inspection of downspout connections
  • Choose an alternative drainage method with MSD (rain barrel, piping away, French drain, turnout with splash block)
  • Disconnect only approved downspouts and install the alternative
  • MSD inspects the finished work before reimbursement

How to apply

  1. 1Call MSD Customer Relations at 502-540-6000 or email [email protected] to request an inspection
  2. 2Agree on the alternative drainage method
  3. 3Complete the disconnection
  4. 4MSD inspects and verifies
  5. 5Apply for the $100-per-downspout reimbursement

Timing and deadlines

not published

Sources

Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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