What is a cross connection?
A cross connection is any point in the water distribution system where contaminants may come into contact with potable water. These contaminants can either be drawn into the potable water system in a situation were the lines are depressurized for repair, or pushed back into the potable water system by an auxiliary pump.

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1. What is a cross connection?
2. What is a backflow assembly?
3. Why has the town developed this program?
4. How does this program affect you, the water consumer?
5. Who will pay for the testing and repairing of defective devices?
6. Who will inspect and test the backflow assemblies?
7. How will I know when the tests are required?