Advocacy Portal
The voices of everyday people are important to protect and provide access to clean water in Tennessee.
Scroll down to learn how act now.
TDEC Knoxville Field Office. Photo from tn.gov.
Reporting
Have a water quality concern? First contact your local environmental office.
Tennessee's Department of Environment & Conservation is tasked with protecting and promoting human health and safety. Learn about how the agency is organized and which field office can help you.
Personal Action
How to submit a complaint to TDEC
The Tennessee Water Quality Control Act allows citizens to file complaints with TDEC regarding alleged noncompliance with our water quality laws. Learn how to submit a complaint and see examples.
Personal Action
How Tennessee residents can be involved in the water permitting process
The Clean Water Act requires all facilities discharging pollutants into our streams obtain a permit. You can influence what requirements permits have.
