If you are moving into any of the communities in Clay County who have reclaimed water for their irrigation systems, you must have a cross connection inspection before the water will be turned on in your name. Brad from Clay Utility will come out, by appointment on Wednesdays, and check to be sure your pipes are connected correctly. He hooks up a gauge to the hose bib, then runs the irrigation system. If any water comes out of the hose bib on any of the irrigation zones, the water is 'cross connected' and reclaimed water is flowing through potable water pipes.
Why is this necessary? Especially if I am moving into a home that was previously occupied by another owner/renter?
The reason is simple: In rare instances, new construction or existing homes will have the plumbing connected improperly and reclaimed water will be running through the potable water pipes into the home. This has happened three times in the eight years Brad has been doing the inspections for Clay Utility.
The inspection takes 15-20 minutes and he's on his way. The DEP has mandated that the County do these inspections. Even if they didn't, every homeowner or renter should want this performed.
Reclaimed water is fine for irrigating lawns, but it is not purified for drinking. Children and animals should not run through sprinkler systems or try to drink from them. Hose bibs have potable (drinking) water running through them.
Reclaimed water is less expensive for irrigation and utilizes water that could be dumped back into the St. Johns River. It's a win-win for homeowners and the environment.
Which communities have reclaimed water? Ask Customer Service at the Utility Company when you call for service. Information about water service is available at the Clay Utility website.
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If you are considering a move to Clay County, please contact us or call 904-673-2308.
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