Backflow
JEA Cross Connection Control
JEA’s Cross Connection Control Program is mandated by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to safeguard the drinking water supply from contamination. Cross connections can occur anywhere the public water supply is connected to any other water source. These cross connections pose a hazard if water that has been delivered from a different source enters the public water supply. Cross connections can also occur if water delivered from the JEA line contacts chemicals or other pollutants. Backflow events can return this polluted and/or untreated water to the drinking water system.
Residential Cross Connection Control and Backflow Prevention
Backflow
Backflow is the flow of water from a customer’s water system into the public water supply. Backflow may be caused by backsiphonage (lowered pressure on JEA’s side) or back pressure (higher pressure on the customer’s side).
A backflow preventer is a mechanical device that prevents water from entering the public water supply.
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