Kansas state context (KDHE): backflow testing rules
Serves Statewide. Every point below comes from Kansas state context (KDHE)'s own pages, linked; check your notice for your own deadline.
Also
- K.S.A. 65-163a(a). The basis cities cite for shutoff over backflow noncompliance. Source.
- Irrigation systems installed after July 1, 1994 need at least a double check valve assembly (non-chemical systems). Source.
- Cities and counties may impose stricter backflow requirements on irrigation systems. Source.
- Manhattan's PDF cites KAR 28-15-18(h) (1982). Current K.A.R. Source.
- About 96% of Kansas public water suppliers have KDHE approved cross-connection programs (city PDF, undated). Source.
- Salina's list states its testers are certified by KDHE. Source.
- BPU: testers are those certified by KDHE. Source.
Read October 6, 2026. Program page: ksrevisor.gov.