Cross Connection & Backflow Prevention
Camrosa’s backflow safety inspection program has been implemented to protect the drinking water supply from pollution and contamination caused by cross-connections and backflow. It is the responsiblity of property owners to have backflow devices tested annually in accordance to guidelines set by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Inspections are not tests.
A Cross Connection is a point in a water system where the potable water supply contacts a non-potable source. Non-potable sources are water in sinks, irrigation systems, washing machines, spas, swimming pools, solar systems, buckets, lawn puddles, hose bibs, and a wide range of commercial fixtures and machinery.
Water in these non-potable sources is considered contaminated, as they can contain biological and chemical contaminants. These can pose serious health risks if drawn back into the public water supply, and lead to costly damage to public water systems.
In compliance with the District’s Cross-Connection Control Program required by the SWRCB, HydroCorp is conducting field inspections at Residential and Commercial sites throughout the District. Inspectors will be clearly identifiable by their brightly colored reflective vests and official HydroCorp photo ID badges.
PROPERTY OWNERS: If you have a specific inquiry regarding your backflow device or annual testing certifications, please contact HydroCorp (Cross-Connection Control Program Specialist) at (844) 493-7641. To find qualified/certified backflow testers in your area, please visit: findbackflowtester.com
TESTERS ONLY: To submit test reports, please register or log in to the Cross-Connection Portal at gethydrosoft.com.
For more details including FAQs, please visit our Cross-Connection Control Program information page.