THE TOWN OF HARWICH WATER DEPARTMENT RULES & REGULATIONS

SECTION 9 - Irrigation Systems

9.1 Irrigation Systems Registered
All irrigation systems must be register with the Harwich Water Department. This is to include all irrigation systems.

9.2 Irrigation Systems Backflow Device
All irrigation systems must have a testable backflow device. Each backflow devices will be test one or two times per year depending on the device. All tests will be conducted by a State Certified Licensed Backflow Device tester.

NOTES TO WATER USERS

A meter in working order registers no more water than passes through it. An out of order meter either registers less water than passes through it or stops altogether.

Most leaks are in water closets (toilets) where they are difficult to detect and are usually caused by defective valves and ball cocks. While the Water Department is glad to furnish all reasonable information, it cannot assume responsibility for the condition of pipes and fixtures upon private premises through which water passes after leaving the meter.