Backflow and Cross Connection

Backflow Devices are also referred to as Cross Connection Devices.

What is Backflow?

Backflow (Cross Connection) devices regulate the waste, or non-potable, water movement in your pipes. The device(s) keeps dirty water from flushing backward into the water system, where it could contaminate the potable, drinkable water supply. Water District’s are required by the Oregon Health Authority to obtain and maintain files of annual testing certificates issued by a certified tester for each device in their District.

Who needs a backflow device?

The Oregon Health Authority requires that the following scenarios require backflow devices to be installed:

Homes/businesses with irrigation systems
Homes/businesses with pools and hot tubs
Homes/businesses with fire suppression systems
Medical offices
Car washes
Restaurants
Agricultural farms and dairys
Care facilities
Schools

If you have questions on your backflow requirements, please feel free to contact us at 503-292-4894!

How often do I need to have my backflow device(s) tested?

Backflow devices are to be tested once a year by a certified backflow testing agency. A listing of these providers can be found at:

https://public.health.oregon.gov/HealthyEnvironments/DrinkingWater/CrossConnection/Pages/index.aspx, under List of Backflow Testers.

Once your test is complete, your tester will submit the test reports to Raleigh Water District where we maintain a database of our customer who have backflow devices on their properties, the frequency of testing, and device information.

Additional questions?

Please visit the Oregon Health Authority’s website:

https://public.health.oregon.gov/HealthyEnvironments/DrinkingWater/CrossConnection/Pages/index.aspx

Please email annual completed certified backflow assembly tests

To: raleighwater@comcast.net

Or mail to:

Raleigh Water District
Attn: Backflow
5010 SW Scholls Ferry Rd.
Portland, OR 97225

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Raleigh Water District is fully committed to providing accessible facilities, elements and channels of communication to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, Raleigh Water District has a policy of providing an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) and commercial screen reading software. All features of the website are coded to allow individuals with vision and other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities. We welcome feedback and can often resolve issues in a timely manner if they arise.

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Ongoing Compliance Information

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