Cross-Connection Control Program
About Cross-Connection Control Prevention
CCWD works diligently to deliver safe and reliable drinking water to its customers. This effort begins with protecting our water supply sources and continues through the entire conveyance, treatment and distribution process until the water reaches the meter. The prevention of backflow into the public water supply is an integral part of ensuring safe drinking water.
Why We Administer A Cross-Connection Control Program
In accordance with the requirements of the California’s Cross-Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH) as defined in California’s Health and Safety Code (CHSC, section 116275 (h) and Calaveras County Water District's Cross-Connection Ordinance, a backflow device will be required.
Treated Water Connections Requiring Backflow Prevention Devices
- Residential connections with a secondary source of non-potable water such as wells, ponds, springs, untreated irrigation water, and other waterways.
- All commercial connections.
- All landscape connections.
- All commercial fire-line connections and some residential fire-line connections.
- Any other conditions as determined by CCWD.
Resources & Links
Cross Connection Control Policy Handbook_2025 Amendments.pdfBackflow Handout.pdf2025 BPA Testers List.pdfOrdinance No. 95-01.pdfResolution 2025-32.pdfBuster Backflow.pdf
State Water Resources Control Board Cross-Connection Control Policy