Backflow definition

Backflow means the backflow of water or other liquids, mixtures, or substances into the distribution pipes of a potable water system from any source other than the intended source of the potable water supply.
Backflow means the undesirable reversal of flow of water or mixtures of water and other liquids, gases or other substances into the public water systems distribution system from any source or sources other than its intended source.
Backflow means the flow of water in any pipe or fitting in a direction opposite to the normal direction of flow;

Examples of Backflow in a sentence

  • The applicant shall supply the City with a Backflow Device Test Form, completed by a licensed tester, before any final permits are released.


More Definitions of Backflow

Backflow means the undesirable reversal of flow of water or other substances through a cross-connection into the public water system or consumer's potable water system.
Backflow means the undesirable reversal of the intended direction of flow in a potable water distribution system as a result of a cross connection.
Backflow means the undesirable reversal of flow of water or mixtures of water and other liquids, gases, or other substances into the distribution pipes of the potable supply of water from any source or sources.
Backflow means the flowing back of or reversal of the normal direction of flow of water;
Backflow means a hydraulic condition caused by a difference in water pressure that causes an undesirable reversal of the flow as the result of a higher pressure in the system than in its supply.
Backflow means flow upstream, that is in a direction contrary to the intended normal direction of flow within or from a water fitting;
Backflow means the flow other than the intended direction of flow, of any foreign liquids, gases, used water or substances into the distribution system of a public water supply system.