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Do all pipes need to be converted to purple, when irrigating with recycled water?: No. Existing below-ground pipes do not need to be retrofitted to purple pipes when a site switches to recycled water. However, above-ground fixtures, such as irrigation valves and control boxes, must be labeled and tagged with purple. All newly installed or repaired pipes must be the appropriate color purple.

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Recycled Water for Agricultural Irrigation

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1. What is agricultural reuse?: Agricultural reuse refers to recycled water used in an agricultural setting. Municipal water is treated and used again, employing practical and efficient processes to meet specific quality standards for the intended end use.

2. How long has CVWD been providing recycled water to customers for irrigation?: CVWD has been providing recycled water to customers since 1969.

3. What training is required to use recycled water?: A designated recycled water on-site supervisor is required to attend training at CVWD at least once every three years.

4. Do all pipes need to be converted to purple, when irrigating with recycled water?: No. Existing below-ground pipes do not need to be retrofitted to purple pipes when a site switches to recycled water. However, above-ground fixtures, such as irrigation valves and control boxes, must be labeled and tagged with purple. All newly installed or repaired pipes must be the appropriate color purple.

5. Do signs need to be posted on the property where recycled water is in use?: Yes, all areas where recycled water is in use that are accessible to the public shall be posted with signs that are visible to the public, in size no less than 4 inches high by 8 inches wide, that includes the following wording: "RECYCLED WATER - DO NOT DRINK."