Water Treatment

Water Treatment is responsible for providing water to the Town and its residents. The division consists of a Water Treatment Manager, a Water Plant Operator, Plant Mechanic, Utility Maintenance Specialist and a Maintenance Worker Senior.

Staff tests the water on a daily basis for chlorine, Fluoride, PH, carbon Dioxide and alkalinity to ensure the water being supplied is safe and dependable. The division adheres to all the rules and regulations set forth by the EPA and the State of Tennessee.

Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection

Water Distribution is responsible for the maintenance and repair of over 250 miles of mains that range in size from 6 inches to 20 inches, the installation and maintenance of over 3400 fire hydrants throughout Town, and the operation of two booster pumps; one 500 gpm pump and one 2000 gpm pump. Water Distribution also provides meter reading services for the Town's utility billing. Water Distribution works under the general direction of Water Distribution/Collection Manager who coordinates the daily work schedules of thirteen employees.

Wastewater Collection is responsible for the maintenance and repair of over 230 miles of gravity sewer mains that range in size from 6 inches to 48 inches and the operation of 26 sewer lift stations. The division is also responsible for conducting infiltration and inflow studies on gravity sewer mains. Wastewater collection works under the general direction of the Water Distribution/Collection Manager who coordinates the daily work schedules of seven employees.

Wastewater Treatment Plants

Wastewater Treatment (WWTP) is responsible for the processing and treatment of sewer wastewater prior to being discharged into the Wolf River. The Town currently operates two sewage treatment facilities, which have a combined average treatment capacity of 9.5 MGD. This division consists of a Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager, an Instrumentation Electrician, a Wastewater Plant Operator, a Lab Technician, two Plant Mechanics, and two Maintenance Workers, Sr.

For after hours emergencies please call Police Dispatch: 901-853-3207

For Utility Billing Questions Call - (901) 457-2240