This could be your water!
Washington State requires you to have your backflow device tested by a certified backflow tester. You can now download our tester's list in our document center.
If you do not have your device tested annually you are subject to a $250 fine and possible termination of water service.
Its Backflow Testing Season!
Cross Connection
Cross connections provide pathways for contaminants to enter the drinking water supply.
Backflow
Backflow can happen at any time. This means contaminates can be introduced to the water system. Some contaminates are: pesticides, E. Coli, metals and more!
Examples
Anything connected to your water system can cause a cross connection.
Examples: a hose submerged in water, sprinkler systems, boilers, swimming pools, water softeners and more!
Fire Hydrants
Using Orchard Avenue's fire hydrants will lead to a fine. Improper use can cause backflow due to the change in pressure.
*We have a fill station available*
Please stop by the office for a permit or download one from the documents tab!
What we do!
Orchard Avenue sends out annual reminders to have your backflow devices tested. We have additional information at our office. Please stop by during our business hours.
What can you do?
Have your backflow devices
tested annually!
For more information
click here
https://www.doh.wa.gov/Portals/1/Documents/Pubs/331-355.pdf
or read our Backflow & Cross Connection Brochure under the documents tab.