Why does the City of Fairfield have a Backflow Prevention Program?

The City of Fairfield is required by Ohio State Law to administer a backflow prevention program as a means to protect the public water supply from potential contamination. Fairfield’s program is designed to prevent the flow of water from a customer’s private piping back into the public water distribution system. Backflow prevention is primarily accomplished through the installation of backflow prevention devices on a customer’s water pipes. Backflow prevention generally applies to Commercial and Industrial facilities. 

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1. Where do I call to report a possible water main break?
2. My sanitary sewer is backing up. What should I do?
3. I have a question about my City of Fairfield Utility Bill.
4. Where can I report a leaking fire hydrant?
5. Why are Boil Water Advisories issued?
6. Why does the City of Fairfield have a Backflow Prevention Program?
7. Who do I call about storm sewer problems?
8. What is my responsibility regarding sewer as a home or business owner?
9. Is my home or property connected to the City's public water andor sewer system?
10. I need to repair or replace my water and/or sewer line. What should I do?
11. I see raw sewage coming out of a manhole. What should I do?
12. Does the Public Utility Department Laboratory preform all analysis of water and wastewater samples?
13. Who should I contact if I experience problems with my water?
14. I see little blue and/or green flags with the Public Utility Departments telephone number in my area. What does that mean?
15. How do I get information about the quality of the water produced by the Fairfield Water Treatment Plant?
16. Do I have to use Duke Energy as my electric provider?
17. How do I dispose of tree limbs or brush?
18. Who do I talk to about getting my garbage picked up?
19. How do I dispose of my old large appliances (e.g. washer, dryer, refrigerator, stove, dishwasher)?
20. How can I safely dispose of hazardous materials?
21. How can I safely dispose of unused medications or controlled substances?