So far so good. I raised it up about a foot off the ground. 3 days after setting it up, which is very easy to do, it rained. The water comes out at a nice flow when full. I have not experienced getting water from it when it has a low amount in it. Looks nice and feels sturdy. I am not using the lid as a planter yet but will when the summer heat has gone. I am very happy with it.