California § 116800 - Local health officers may maintain programs for the control of cross-connections
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§ 116800. Local health officers may maintain programs for the control of cross-connections
Local health officers may maintain programs for the control of cross-connections by water users, within the usersâ premises, where public exposure to drinking water contaminated by backflow may occur. The programs may include inspections within water users premises for the purpose of identifying cross-connection hazards and determining appropriate backflow protection. Water users shall comply with all orders, instructions, regulations, and notices from the local health officer with respect to the installation, testing, and maintenance of backflow prevention devices. The local health officer may collect fees from those water users subject to inspection to offset the costs of implementing cross-connection control programs.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 116800
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 116800 cover?
Section 116800 ("Local health officers may maintain programs for the control of cross-connections") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 116800?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 116800 apply to my situation?
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