The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation
(TDEC) today announced 20 grants totaling $63,888,650 from the state’s
American Rescue Plan (ARP) fund, part of which TDEC is administering in
the form of drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure
grants.
Since August 2022, TDEC has awarded and announced $996 million in
executed grant funds representing every county and 248 cities through
ARP programming, and today’s announced grants mark the conclusion of
the award phase of the non-competitive grant program.
Of the 20 grants announced today, two are collaborative grants and 18
are non-collaborative grants. Collaborative grants involve multiple
entities (cities, counties, or water utilities) partnering on projects
to work toward a shared purpose. The non-competitive grant program will
fund a total of 266 non-collaborative grants and 71 collaborative
grants. The non-competitive grant program has been a success, funding
over 1,000 individual drinking water, wastewater, and/or stormwater
infrastructure projects.
Tennessee received $3.725 billion from the ARP, and the state’s
Financial Stimulus Accountability Group dedicated $1.35 billion of those
funds to TDEC to support water projects in communities throughout
Tennessee. Of the $1.35 billion, approximately $1 billion was designated
for non-competitive formula-based grants offered to counties and
eligible cities to address systems’ critical needs. The remaining
funds will go to state-initiated projects and competitive grants.
“We commend the communities who have gone through the application
process and acquired these grants,” Gov. Bill Lee said. “The grants
are funding important water infrastructure across our state, and we look
forward to the improvements this process will bring.”
“More than ever, infrastructure is critically important to our local
communities,” said Lt. Gov. Randy McNally, R-Oak Ridge. “This money
will allow cities and towns to address deficiencies and make
improvements that will pay dividends not just in the present but in the
years to come as well. I greatly appreciate the work of the governor and
my colleagues on the Fiscal Accountability Group for their work in
making sure these funds were spent appropriately and efficiently.”
“We continue experiencing considerable growth across the state, and
many of our communities require additional resources to address their
evolving needs,” said Speaker of the House Cameron Sexton,
R-Crossville. “These grants will play a major role in ensuring cities
and towns have access to infrastructure solutions that will enable them
to continue thriving so Tennessee remains a preferred destination for
both businesses and families.”
“We expect excellent results from these grants,” said TDEC
Commissioner David Salyers. “Communities across our state are
receiving the assistance they need to address water infrastructure
challenges. We at TDEC are glad we could play a part in this process.”
Grants announced today are awarded to:
Collaborative Grants
Cannon County – $3,872,667
Wilson County – $4,579,698
Non-Collaborative Grants
City of Celina – $2,799,778
City of Kenton – $695,156
Town of Centerville – $4,184,311
Town of LaGrange – $300,000
Cheatham County – $3,509,260
City of Luttrell – $1,885,725
City of Cleveland – $5,398,162
City of McKenzie – $1,417,356
City of Collinwood – $3,177,237
Monroe County – $3,721,352
DeKalb County – $3,030,767
City of Puryear – $1,073,217
City of Franklin – $4,679,357
Shelby County – $9,377,944
City of Greenfield – $1,476,684
Trousdale County – $2,984,908
Hawkins County – $4,865,481
City of Waynesboro – $859,583
Details for each award are:
Collaborative Grants
Cannon County – $3,872,667
Cannon County, in collaboration with the Town of Woodbury, will use ARP
funds to address critical drinking water needs. Cannon’s drinking water
projects include the replacement of aged water lines with PVC water main
lines, the installation of new pressure regulation stations to connect
to pressure zones in the system, and connection of the system with the
Warren County Utility District.
Wilson County – $4,579,698
Wilson County, in collaboration with LaGuardo Utility District, the
Water and Wastewater Authority of Wilson County, West Wilson Utility
District, Wilson County Stormwater Division, and the community of
Gladeville, will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management Plan and
address critical needs. Wilson County’s projects include the
construction of a new chemical feed building to support water treatment
plant processes, the relocation and upgrade of 4,750 linear feet of
water lines, improvements to stormwater management in the area, and the
proposed design and installation of new green infrastructure.
Non-Collaborative Grants
City of Celina – $2,799,778
The City of Celina will use ARP funds to expand its drinking water
system to unserved residents. Celina’s projects include the installation
of 13,650 linear feet of waterlines, as well as the installation of gate
valves, flush hydrants, service lines, and meters. Celina will also
install a new booster pump station and community storage tank to ensure
adequate pressure throughout the proposed extensions to the system.
Town of Centerville – $4,184,311
The Town of Centerville will use ARP funds to develop an Asset
Management Plan and address critical needs. Centerville’s projects will
modernize, improve, and strengthen water infrastructure through the
implementation of an asset management program, repair of leaking
infrastructure, modernization of pipeline transport operations,
replacement of outdated components, and expansion of service to
underserved communities.
Cheatham County – $3,509,260
Cheatham County will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management Plan
and address critical drinking water and wastewater needs as well as
noncompliance issues. Projects include improving efficiency, decreasing
water loss, increasing water systems’ capacity, and enhancing water
quality across the county’s entire service system.
City of Cleveland – $5,398,162
The City of Cleveland will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management
Plan, and make improvements to the drinking water, wastewater, and
stormwater systems. Projects include the replacement of 11,000 linear
feet of aging cast iron water lines and the development of a water
modeling study, a sanitary sewer inspection project, manhole
inspections, GIS mapping, and improvements and upgrades to the existing
transportation, utility, and stormwater infrastructure.
City of Collinwood – $3,177,237
The City of Collinwood will use ARP funds to address critical needs in
the drinking water and wastewater systems. Collinwood’s projects include
the replacement and improvement of aging pumps, the repair and
replacement of three pump stations, and the installation of automated
meter reading (AMR) and zone meters to assist in water system
regionalization.
DeKalb County – $3,030,767
DeKalb County will use ARP funds to address critical needs in the
drinking water system. DeKalb’s projects include the upgrade of aging
water lines in the community’s drinking water system, repairs to
strengthen the system and increasing system capacity, and the
installation of new water lines to expand service to new customers.
City of Franklin – $4,679,357
The City of Franklin will use ARP funds to address wastewater and
stormwater critical needs. Projects include upgrades and repairs to the
Franklin Water Reclamation Facility to help extend the lifespan of the
concrete walls and to modernize aging equipment. Stormwater projects
include the removal of the inline retention pond and the utilization of
natural stream restoration design components to improve the
sediment-carrying capacity of the Ralston Branch stream.
City of Greenfield – $1,476,684
The City of Greenfield will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management
Plan and address critical needs. Greenfield’s projects include
improvements to the sanitary sewer collection system and bank
stabilization of the sewer system.
Hawkins County – $4,865,481
Hawkins County will use ARP funds to develop comprehensive Asset
Management Plans and address several critical needs. Hawkins County’s
projects include 10 drinking water projects that will address critical
needs and non-compliance issues across seven utility districts.
City of Kenton – $695,156
The City of Kenton will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management
Plan and address critical needs. Kenton will renovate their existing
drinking water plant, purchase a trailer jetter for sewer line
maintenance, and complete improvement projects in the wastewater
lagoon’s inlet structure.
Town of LaGrange – $300,000
The Town of LaGrange will use ARP funds to create an Asset Management
Plan and address critical drinking water needs and modernize
LaGrange’s water system. Projects include upgrades to clear wells, the
installation of updated communication technology between the Town’s high
service pumps and storage tanks, and solution pump replacements.
City of Luttrell – $1,885,725
The City of Luttrell will leverage ARP and State Revolving Fund funding
to develop an Asset Management Plan and address critical needs in the
wastewater system. Luttrell will focus their funds on constructing a
modern activated sludge secondary biological process in order to meet
state wastewater permit requirements.
City of McKenzie – $1,417,356
The City of McKenzie will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management
Plan and address critical water loss needs. McKenzie will replace aged
pump stations with new pumps and piping and install new zone meters that
can monitor fluctuations to significantly reduce the system’s water
loss.
Monroe County – $3,721,352
Monroe County will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management Plan and
address critical needs. Monroe County’s projects include the extension
of waterlines throughout the community to better serve economically
distressed areas by bringing critical water infrastructure to new users.
City of Puryear – $1,073,217
The City of Puryear will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management
Plan and address excessive infiltration and inflow. Puryear will replace
aged water meters and discharge equipment throughout the system,
complete upgrades to the treatment plant, and replace 3,000 linear feet
of piping in the collection system.
Shelby County – $9,377,944
Shelby County will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management Plan and
complete a comprehensive stormwater master plan with the City of
Memphis. An assessment of stormwater infrastructure and modeling will
address aged infrastructure and improve water quality. Additional
projects include improvements to five lift stations, as well as the
installation of UV disinfectant systems at identified wastewater plants.
Trousdale County – $2,984,908
Trousdale County will use ARP funds to develop an Asset Management Plan
and address critical needs. Projects include planning and design of a
new water treatment plant, extension of water lines, and repair of
community water tanks. Additional projects include the installation of
in-line flow metering devices at strategic manholes.
City of Waynesboro – $859,583
The City of Waynesboro will use ARP funds to address critical drinking
water needs. Projects include the construction of a new water storage
tank and repair and replacement of old lines to combat water loss. The
new water tank will help meet the water demands of various entities
across the community and will act as a reservoir in times of water
scarcity and water deficits by securing an adequate water storage
system.
