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Sugar Land failed backflow test

Use this page when the assembly already failed and the next step is repair, retest, and accepted report submission.

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City: Sugar Land Utility: City of Sugar Land Water Utilities Cadence: Annual for devices protecting against health hazards Last verified: 2026-06-29
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Use this page when the assembly already failed and the next step is repair, retest, and accepted report submission.

  • Due basis: Testing is due on the same date every month and not one year from the last test date. Test reports for existing and replacement devices must be submitted through the BSI tracking system.
  • Who is affected: Primarily industrial and commercial owners responsible for backflow devices protecting the public water supply from health hazards.
  • Program phone: 281-275-2450
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  • The owner remains responsible for compliance even if testing work is delegated.
  • Fireline devices must be tested by a state-licensed backflow tester employed by a fireline testing company.
  • Missed testing can escalate to water service termination.
Workflow

Sugar Land workflow order

  1. Use the City program page to confirm the annual test requirement and due date.
  2. Hire a TCEQ-licensed tester with a currently calibrated gauge.
  3. Make sure the tester submits the report through BSI within 48 hours.
  4. Resolve overdue or failed-device issues before enforcement escalates.