When might backflow occur?
Inadequate plumbing and events such as water main breaks or fire hydrant use can contribute to backflow conditions. Backflow may also occur when pressure in the property owner’s equipment is greater than the pressure in the drinking water line.

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1. What is backflow?
2. What is a cross-connection?
3. Who does this requirement apply to?
4. When might backflow occur?
5. What are my responsibilities?
6. How do I comply with these requirements?
7. What if I don’t comply?
8. Who is managing the Town’s Backflow Program?
9. What is a backflow prevention assembly?
10. Why are backflow prevention assemblies required?
11. What is the cost of backflow prevention assemblies?
12. Who can install a backflow prevention assembly?
13. Who can test a backflow prevention assembly?