Backflow Prevention Information
Backflow Mission Statement
The city of Emmett, through utilization of best industry standards, inspection, education, and enforcement is committed to preserving the health and well-being of the citizens of Emmett by protecting the City’s drinking water from all possible threats of contamination.
Property Owners:
All owners connected to the municipal water system for irrigation purposes are required to have an annual backflow test by June 1st of every year.
The change to residential backflow testing starting in 2022 letter can be found below which describes the change.
List of backflow testers can be found below.*
Backflow Testers:
Backflow reports are to be submitted by email from a licensed backflow tester within fifteen (15) days of a passed backflow test or within two (2) days of a failed backflow test.
To be added as a backflow tester, submit license, calibrations and company information by email.
🛠️ Important Notice for Backflow Testers
Dated May 15, 2025
The City of Emmett is transitioning to SwiftComply Backflow Platform.
On May 13, 2025, City Council approved the implementation of SwiftComply to manage and streamline backflow test report submissions.
❗ Why the Change?
Our previous system has become obsolete and is no longer supported by its developer, leaving us without the technical support needed to maintain it.
📅 What to Expect
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The rollout will occur over the next 4–6 weeks.
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Until then, continue submitting backflow test reports via email as usual.
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When it's time to create your SwiftComply account, you'll receive an official email from SwiftComply or the City with setup instructions.
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Please do not register until you receive this invitation.
✅ After the Transition
Once SwiftComply is fully online:
All backflow test reports must be submitted through the SwiftComply platform.
📧 Email submissions will no longer be accepted after that time.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact:
City of Emmett Public Works
📩 Email | ☎️ Phone Number X 7
Title Companies:
To verify if there is annual backflow requirement before sale of property:
1. Please submit request to backflow@cityofemmett.org, property will be researched and you will get a response in writing by email.
2. Make sure to include property address and projected closing date.
3. Turn around on verifications is a minimum of three (3) business day. Please plan accordingly.
*Backflow tester list is provided as a convenience to our customers, and it may not include all available Backflow Assembly Testers. We do not recommend or guaranty any Testers. It is your responsibility to verify proper and current certification and other licensing requirements before hiring anyone to perform work on your premises.