The City of Whitesboro is committed to protecting the safety of our drinking water. To help prevent contamination, the City partners with SC Tracking Solutions to manage the Cross-Connection and Backflow Prevention Program.
Why This Matters
Backflow occurs when contaminated water flows backward into the public water system. Common risks include unprotected hose connections and irrigation systems. Proper installation and testing of backflow prevention assemblies help protect both your property and the City’s water supply.
Testing & Compliance Requirements
Backflow Assembly Testing
All required backflow prevention assemblies must be tested by a TCEQ-licensed Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester (BPAT).
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Commercial properties:
Required to test all assemblies annually -
Residential irrigation systems:
Required to test every two years, based on address:-
Odd-numbered addresses: odd-numbered years
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Even-numbered addresses: even-numbered years
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Test results are required by law to be submitted to the City. See below for testing and reporting information.
Service Providers & Reporting
The City of Whitesboro partners with SC Tracking Solutions to track compliance.
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Phone: (866) 232-0174
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Website:
https://www.sctrackingsolutions.com/system/login.asp
(Select “Need a Service Provider” to find a licensed BPAT.)
Your selected technician will:
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Enter your assigned catalog number
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Submit test results online
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Report results directly to both SC Tracking Solutions and the City
Testing fees are paid directly to the service provider.
Hose Bib Vacuum Breakers (HBVB)
The most common threat to water safety is an unprotected outdoor hose connection.
Installation of a Hose Bib Vacuum Breaker (HBVB) is required by TCEQ regulations and City Ordinance §51.075 to eliminate this risk.
Property Owner Responsibility
Property owners are responsible for:
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Installation
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Maintenance
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Required testing
of all backflow prevention assemblies located on their property, as part of the utility service agreement.
Helpful Resources
TCEQ Guide to Backflow Prevention (GI-411):
https://www.tceq.texas.gov/downloads/publications/gi/backflow-prevention-gi-411.pdf
Thank you for helping protect Whitesboro’s drinking water.
John White
City of Whitesboro – Support Services