Keeping your water on could cost thousands: What to know about Birmingham backflow program

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According to BWWB policies, only customers with a pool, irrigation, or auxiliary water source (well or water capturing system) on their property are required to have backflow prevention devices.George Weigel

If you are a Birmingham Water Works (BWWB) customer with a sprinkler system, ground well, or swimming pool, you may have recently received a letter regarding the inspection/installation of a backflow prevention device.

The letters state that these devices, which can cost hundreds of dollars, require annual inspection and warn that if BWWB is unable to inspect your device, your water service could be terminated.

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