Cross Connection Control

Posted on August 28th, 2024

Help protect our water system by eliminating cross connections. Cross connections and the possibility of backflow need to be recognized so they do not occur. Water from an irrigation system could be siphoned back into the public water supply. A garden hose submerged in a hot tub, swimming pool, or car radiator or attached to an insect/fertilizer sprayer could siphon the liquid back into the water main. Backflow prevention assemblies are designed to protect the public water system from these types of concerns. Because backflow prevention assemblies are mechanical devices that can degrade over time, all backflow assemblies are required to be tested annually to ensure they are in working order. For more information on cross connection control and prevention see the enclosed TCEQ Resource on Cross Connection Control.

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