Backflow and Cross Connection Control Program
Contract Meters
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Backflow Protection
Any person/company that contracts with the Fort Worth Water Department for a contract water meter is responsible for ensuring that the meter connection is protected against backflow/back-siphonage. Meters must be protected by a backflow assembly or air gap and the assembly must be tested upon installation, repair or relocation.
Contractors are required to complete a contract meter questionnaire as well as submit an original Test Sheet or picture of the air gap within 10 days of contract date. Please contact a registered backflow tester to have the assembly tested.
Information must be mailed to:
Fort Worth Water Department
Backflow Office/Contract Meters
920 Fournier Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
Questionnaires and pictures may be emailed to:backflow@fortworthtexas.gov
Failure to comply may result in the cancellation of the contract as well as the enforcement process as listed in Ordinance 12274. The Fort Worth Water Department will perform unscheduled inspections to ensure that contractors are compliant.
Please contact Customer Service for additional information on contracting water meters
Contact Information
If you have any questions or would like any additional information, please feel free to contact us.
Backflow/Cross Connection Control Section
920 Fournier Street
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
817.392.8375
817.932.8834 Fax
backflow@fortworthtexas.gov