§ 34-161. Definitions.

The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:

Controlled cross-connections means a connection between a potable water system and a nonpotable water system, with an approved backflow-prevention device properly installed that will continuously afford the protection commensurate with the degree of hazard.

Cross-connection means any physical connection or arrangement of piping or fixtures between two otherwise separate piping systems, one of which contains potable water and the other nonpotable water or industrial fluids of questionable safety, through which, or because of which, backflow or back-siphonage may occur into the potable water system. Other types of cross-connections include, but are not limited to, connectors such as swing connections, removable sections, four-way plug valves, spools, dummy sections of pipe, swivel or changeover devices, sliding multi-port tube, and solid connections.

Customer means a utility consumer of the city, including residential, commercial, public, or industrial users.

State means any agency of the state charged with responsibility for establishing administrative regulations pertaining to cross connection requirements.

(Code 2006, § 13.11.1; Ord. No. 98-1359)