What is Cross-Connection Control?
A cross-connection refers to an actual or potential connection between a potable water supply and a non-potable water supply source, such as water from a private well, an irrigation system, reclaimed water, water from a swimming pool, industrial or residential wastewater, etc. Back siphonage results from negative or reduced pressure in the water supply system. All public water providers in the State of Florida are required by Chapter 555 of the Florida Statutes to have a Cross Connection Control Program. Polk County Utilities implements its cross-connection control program through the enforcement of its Technical Standards and the inspection of cross connection control assemblies in the field.
Related Questions
- I received a letter stating that the appropriate cross-connection control assemblies or devices must be installed in order to comply with the State Laws / Local Ordinances. What am I required to do on my property?
- What is cross-connection control and how does it protect the public drinking water system?
- What is a Cross-Connection Control Program?
