Cross Connection Control

Cross Connection Control

The City of Hailey is required by the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) of Idaho to establish a cross connection control program. DEQ has been delegated authority by the federal government to administer Idaho's Drinking Water Program under the provisions of the federal Safe Drinking Water Act and Idaho Rules for Public Drinking Water Systems. The City of Hailey follows standards and requirements to protect the city's water system. The purpose of the cross connection control program is to prevent contamination; to keep unwanted/uncontrolled materials from getting into the city's water system.

The cross connection control program is now focused primarily on businesses. Once compliance with DEQ requirements is assured in the business community, the city will more fully implement the residential side of the cross connection control program.

For more information, see the following reference material:

Hailey Cross Connection Control Program Brochure - Commercial/Industrial

Hailey Cross Connection Control Program Brochure - Residential

City of Hailey Cross Connection Ordinance

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality

American Backflow Prevention Association - Past Incidents

American Backflow Prevention Association - Frequently Asked Questions

American Backflow Prevention Association - Video