The City of Henderson Cross-Connection Control Program (CCC) is mandated by the State of Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP). The City is required to ensure that all commercial water connections are identified, and the City water system is protected from any source of pollution or contamination that may be introduced into the City water system by these commercial water users. The installations of the proper backflow prevention device or assembly, commensurate with the degree of hazard, is required to be installed at all commercial water connections (domestic, irrigation and fire systems).

The State of Nevada regulations governing CCC program can be found at Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) 445A.67185 through 445A.67255 and the CCC ordinances are located in Henderson Municipal Code (HMC) 14.08. For more information regarding our enforcement of the CCC Program, please review the CCC Program Enforcement Response Plan here.

DON'T:

• Connect to the City's potable water system unless the connection is properly protected by the required City-approved backflow prevention assembly.
• Create a cross-connection between the City's potable water system and any non-potable source unless a City-approved backflow assembly has been installed. This includes temporary connections to fire hydrants.
• Conduct any installation, testing, or repair of backflow assemblies in the City of Henderson until completing the process to become a City-authorized tester.

DO:

• Have your backflow assembly tested on an annual basis, or when it is installed, repaired, or replaced, by a City-authorized tester. Contact CCC for a list of City-authorized test companies.
• Follow the approved materials and adopted standards for design and construction of water infrastructure within the City of Henderson, including the UDACS 2010, the current City of Henderson UDACS Addendum, HMC 14.08, and NAC 445A.67185 through 445A.67255 when installing a backflow prevention assembly.

In order to provide backflow prevention assembly testing services in the City of Henderson, the individual must be authorized by the City of Henderson's Department of Utility Services to perform the testing and be in good standing with respect to all required licenses and certifications. To become a tester in the City of Henderson, an individual must complete the following:

1. Notify CCC that they wish to become a City-authorized Tester/Test Company;
2. Attend an orientation meeting with CCC staff and sign an acknowledgement that they understand the requirements and procedures for testing backflow prevention assemblies and recognize that they are subject to and must comply with all current provisions of HMC 14.08 and related department procedures and relevant regulations;
3. Hold a current certification from the American Water Works Association or the American Backflow Prevention Association and provide a copy of their certification to the CCC staff;
4. Hold a City or multi-jurisdictional business license or be employed by a test company;
5. Be able to perform testing with a test kit and have all other required licenses and certifications.

If the individual meets these requirements, they will be added to the City's list of authorized testers which the City makes publicly available.

Click here to view the current list of City-authorized test companies.

To become an authorized tester/company, please refer to the section above. This list is maintained by the City of Henderson Cross-Connection Control section and will be updated, as necessary.

It is the customer's sole responsibility to ensure the backflow assembly is in satisfactory operating condition at all times. Testing must be performed by a City of Henderson (City) authorized testing company. You may wish to compare several testers on the list, as their services and prices may vary. The City of Henderson is not responsible for and does not guarantee workmanship of these companies. The customer is responsible to oversee that the selected test company submits the test reports to the City to avoid a fine and/or further enforcement action for late or missing test reports.

If you have any questions regarding this list, please contact Cross-Connection Control at 702-267-2611.

Effective April 1, 2024, City of Henderson Authorized Test Companies must submit the Backflow Prevention Assembly Test Reports for the Cross-Connection Control Program through our Online Test Portal. For questions regarding use or access of the portal, please email COHCCC@cityofhenderson.com.

Residential homes are protected by backflow protection assemblies and/or devices which prevent non-potable water from being drawn back into internal plumbing systems. This would include the irrigation system, sinks, toilets, dishwashers, and outside hose bibs. The City's CCC program does not cover residential backflow protection, however CCC may be able to provide general information for homeowners.

 

The City of Henderson highly recommends installing a locking enclosure around backflow prevention assemblies to prevent theft. Property owners are responsible for replacing stolen or damaged assemblies and/or devices, which can be costly to replace.

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Did you know? 

Cross-Connection Control inspects backflow prevention assemblies 2” and smaller at no cost.

• To schedule an inspection, call 702-267-2611.

• Below is the Uniform Design Standard for Water Distribution Systems that Cross-Connection Control follows for backflow prevention assembly inspections. 

The Quality Control Division of Public Works inspects and issues permits for backflow prevention assemblies 3" and larger.

• To schedule an inspection, call 702-267-3144.