The North Dakota Statutes (North Dakota Administrative Code 33.1-17-01-19) require that water suppliers provide cross-connection control within their own water supply systems. Commercial and residential facilities are required to protect the potable water supply in accordance with the local jurisdictional plumbing code. If there is not a local code, the North Dakota Plumbing Code applies.
There are two types of Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Programs.
Containment Program:
Under the Containment Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Program, public water systems will be required to survey the system and identify all potential cross connections that occur within publicly owned buildings or property (city hall, fire station, etc.) and ensure all such hazards are protected by means of the proper backflow prevention device or assembly. This program only applies to publicly owned buildings or facilities unless the PWS is made aware of an existing cross connection. Known cross connections fall under the authority of the Containment Program as necessary for the protection of public health. This program is required.
Comprehensive Program:
Under the Comprehensive Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Program, public water systems will be required to survey the system and identify all potential cross connections (car washes, restaurants, apartment buildings, etc.) and ensure all such hazards are protected by means of the proper backflow prevention device or assembly. This program is voluntary.
This page will provide you with the tools, references, and guidance documents necessary to design and implement your community’s Backflow Prevention and Cross Connection Control Program. Appendix F is no longer applicable to the state of North Dakota, and has therefore been removed.
Please submit program templates and annual reports to: DEQ-MF-Inspection@nd.gov
Upcoming Trainings:
Backflow Tester Certification: July 8-12, 2024 @ Bismarck, ND
Backflow Bootcamp: July 15-17, 2024 @ Dickinson, ND
For more information, visit: https://backflowpreventionservices.com/
*Backflow Prevention trainings qualify as continuing education credits for water and wastewater operators. Small system operators may also qualify for operator reimbursement for bootcamp trainings.*
