Clarksville, TN – The Clarksville Gas and Water Department (CGW) has implemented mandatory water restrictions effective immediately for all Clarksville residents and has activated Stage 2 of its Water Conservation Contingency Plan until further notice.
These actions are in response to a 30-inch water transmission line break near the intersection of Ashland City Road and Horace Crow Drive where repairs are underway.
Utility construction crews are onsite working diligently to make repairs as expediently as possible; however, it is undetermined when the work will be finished and water service fully restored. Updates will be publicized as work progresses.
Clarksville’s water is safe to drink and water treatment plant staff work around the clock to ensure drinking water meets established state and federal regulations.
The water line repair is causing system-wide water outages and low water pressure and citizens are asked to use water only as necessary and to temporarily curtail unnecessary use during the repair work. Also, it is not necessary to fill bathtubs or store water.
“I ask Clarksville citizens to please limit their water use to only necessary usage such as drinking, cooking, bathing and flushing toilets until the repair is complete,” said Gas & Water General Manager Mark Riggins.
The Water Conservation Contingency Plan requires water awareness and mandatory water restrictions by specified water consumers within the Clarksville water distribution system. The goal of Stage 2 water restrictions is to achieve a 10% reduction in total gallons per capita per day (GPCD).
In order to achieve this goal it will take the cooperation of all citizens to work together to accomplish the following steps.
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Restrict operation of ornamental fountains or ponds to initial filling except where necessary to support aquatic life or where such fountains or ponds are equipped with a recirculation system.
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Prohibit recreational water use including use of faucets, hoses or hydrants, which uses water in such a manner as to allow run-off or other wastes.
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Prohibit washing of any motor vehicle, motorbike, boat, trailer, airplane, or other vehicle. Vehicle washing may be done at any time on the immediate premises of a commercial car wash or commercial service station. Further, such washing may be exempted from these regulations if the health, safety, and welfare of the public is contingent upon frequent cleansing, such as garbage trucks and vehicles used to transport food and perishables.
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Encourage further reduction in frequency of draining and refilling swimming pools.
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Prohibit hosing off paved areas, buildings, windows, or other surfaces.
Clarksville water system managers are in close communication with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and this notice serves only as an alert to customers of the need to temporarily limit water usage during a period of time.
Your cooperation and understanding are very much appreciated.
About Clarksville Gas and Water
Clarksville Gas and Water is proud to safely and efficiently deliver natural gas, water, and sewer services to the citizens of Clarksville-Montgomery County by a courteous and professional team of knowledgeable employees.
Natural gas service is also provided to Robertson and Cheatham counties in Tennessee, Christian and Todd counties in Kentucky and to the Fort Campbell, Kentucky military installation.
CGW is also home to the City Engineering Office that provides expert design and support for water and sewer system capital improvement projects.
Clarksville Gas and Water Department’s main office is located at 2215 Madison Street, Clarksville, Tennessee. The phone is 931.645.7400. Hours are 8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.
For an emergency after hours, call 931.645.0116, 4:30pm-8:00am Weekends and Holidays.
For more information about Clarksville Gas and Water, visit their website at www.clarksvillegw.com
