Cookeville Water System Earns Perfect Score On Sanitary Survey
Cookeville Department of Water Quality Control’s water system has earned a perfect score on its latest sanitary survey conducted by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Water Quality Control Director Barry Turner said the survey is a comprehensive inspection of the entire water system, from the source at Center Hill Lake to the water […]
Counties Consider Regional Waste Management Strategy
Upper Cumberland County leaders are considering a proposal to combine state grant funds to hire a single consultant for a mandated 10-year solid waste plan. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation is requiring a new long-term waste management strategy. UCDD Executive Director Mark Farley said the state prefers regional cooperation over individual county efforts. […]
TN Tech To Help with Building Efficiency Across The State
The Tennessee Tech Industrial Training and Assessment Center will use state funding to help upgrade buildings in at least eight counties. Center Director Ethan Languri said the program will identify energy and cost saving possibilities in buildings and facilities. Languri said he has 18 years of experience participating in the program. “And running this ITAC […]
Environmental Group Plans To Sue Monterey On Discharge
Environmental Organization Tennessee Riverkeeper announced its plans to sue Monterey for allegedly exceeding sewer discharge limits.
UCDD Gets New Solid Waste Planner To Assist Counties
UCDD recently hired Lilly Hall to serve as the organization’s new solid waste planner.
$4 Million Grant Will Prevent Power Outage At Cookeville Water Plant
A grant of some $4 million will protect Cookeville’s water treatment plant from power outages. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation awarded Cookeville the grant for resource protection. Director of Water Quality Control Barry Turner said the department will use the money to move overhead power lines underground and install a generator. “This project […]
Gainesboro Approves Stormwater Management Contract With TTU
Gainesboro Aldermen agreed to enter into a contract with Tennessee Tech Thursday night for the development of a new stormwater management plan. The project will be paid for by a new $500,000 overflow stormwater grant from the TDEC. Consulting Engineer Nathaniel Green said the plan will leave enough money behind for much needed stormwater resources […]
Cookeville Water Treatment Plant Project On Schedule ’24 Completion
Less than a year away from its scheduled completion, upgrades to the Cookeville Water Treatment Plant remain on schedule. The project will increase plant capacity some 50 percent to a total of 22.5 million gallons per day. Cookeville Water Quality Control Director Barry Turner said there were some roadblocks early with needed materials and equipment, […]
Pickett CCC Memorial State Park Honored By State Win 2023 Award
Pickett CCC Memorial State Park recognized as best in the state for Customer Engagement and Resource Management. Park Manager Travis Stover said the recognition is an honor, a testament to the service they try to provide for people. Stover said the staff wants everyone to feel free to visit and enjoy the park. “It feels […]
Byrdstown’s Boil Water Advisory Lifted
The state has lifted Byrdstown’s Boil Water Advisory. The announcement came Monday morning. The city had been under the precautionary advisory since last week when a part failed at the city’s water plant. That failure reduced water pressure and depleted the city’s water supply. The Tennessee Department Of Environment and Conservation issued the advisory because […]
