The City of Port Hueneme has a well-established and robust backflow prevention program that helps ensure the safety of its public water supply.
Port Hueneme property owners are responsible for installing, testing, and maintaining backflow prevention devices and must comply with the city's requirements to avoid penalties. Ensuring timely testing, maintenance, and repair of backflow devices is crucial for protecting both individual properties and the public water system. Non-compliance can result in fines, civil liabilities and the disruption of water service.
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1. Scope & Authority
The City of Port Hueneme (through the Port Hueneme Water Agency, PHWA) enforces backflow prevention and cross-connection control measures to protect its potable water supply from contamination. The regulatory basis includes California Code of Regulations, Title 17, the California State Water Resources Control Board Cross‑Connection Control Policy Handbook (CCCPH), and any Port Hueneme municipal or water agency ordinances or policies. PHWA is the wholesale water provider for Port Hueneme, Naval Base Ventura County, and parts of the local service area.
2. Responsibilities of Property Owners
Installation & Maintenance: Property owners must install, maintain, and ensure proper operation of approved Backflow Prevention Assemblies (BPAs) whenever a cross-connection or potential contamination hazard is present (e.g. irrigation systems, alternate water sources, chemical injectors, etc.).
Annual Testing: Every BPA must be inspected and performance-tested at least once per year, or more frequently if required by PHWA or local policy. Testing is also required upon installation, after repairs or replacement, and after relocation of the device.
Repairs & Replacements: If a device fails its test, the property owner is responsible for immediate repair or replacement. After repair, the device must be retested to ensure compliance.
Report Submission & Compliance: Test reports and compliance documentation must be submitted to the appropriate Port Hueneme Water / Public Works Department / PHWA per their reporting procedures. The timeline for submission and method (e.g. digital portal) must adhere to PHWA or city requirements.
3. Scenarios Requiring Backflow Prevention Assemblies (BPAs)
In Port Hueneme, required applications of BPAs include:
Irrigation Systems (especially where fertilizers, chemicals, or pumps are used)
Swimming Pools & Spas
Fire Protection / Sprinkler Systems (especially when non-potable water or booster pumps are involved)
Auxiliary / Alternative Water Sources (such as wells, cisterns, rainwater reuse, greywater systems)
Commercial / Industrial Uses where hazardous or non-potable fluids are used or processed
The type of BPA (reduced-pressure, double-check, vacuum breaker, etc.) depends on the degree of hazard, as determined by PHWA or city cross-connection control criteria.
4. Testing & Maintenance Requirements
Annual Testing: Each BPA must undergo testing/inspection at least annually to verify proper operation and to detect any internal leakage or malfunction.
Certified Testers: Only testers who hold valid certification (from an approved certifying body) may perform backflow tests, repairs, or replacements under the city/agency program.
Test Report Submission: Completed test reports, including any required forms or data, must be submitted within the time specified by Port Hueneme / PHWA. Fees for testing, inspection, or late submissions may apply.
Repair & Retesting: Devices failing a test must be repaired or replaced promptly and then retested to confirm compliance.
5. Approved Devices & Certified Testers
Approved Devices: BPAs must conform to the design, performance, and installation standards adopted by PHWA or Port Hueneme, referencing recognized standards (e.g. USC Foundation for Cross-Connection Control, ANSI/ASSE, or equivalent). Devices for potable lines must comply with “lead-free” provisions under Health & Safety Code § 116875.
Certified Testers: Only individuals holding certification from an approved certifying organization may perform testing, repairs, or replacements of BPAs under the program.
6. Enforcement & Penalties
Non-Compliance: Failure to install, test, maintain, or report BPAs as required may lead to enforcement actions, such as issuance of notices, penalties, or other administrative measures.
Service Interruption and Restoration Conditions: The water service may be disconnected or withheld if compliance is not achieved. Service will not be restored until the backflow prevention device is properly installed, tested, and documented to the satisfaction of the city / PHWA.
Penalties & Certificate Actions: Late submissions, repeated non-compliance, or falsified reports may incur fines, assessments, or revocation/suspension of professional certification (if applicable under local rules).
Port Hueneme Water Authority Contact Info:
City of Port Hueneme – Water Department
250 N Ventura Road
Port Hueneme, CA 93041
Tel: 805-986‑6566
