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    Complaint

    124231
    WPC
    10/17/2022
    Pollution / Spills / Illicit Discharge
    16-NOV-2022 10:03AM

    Location based on SITE_ID

    Site ID
    5510
    Site
    Jefferson City WTP
    Location
    445 E. Broadway
    City
    Jefferson
    Description
    Existing water treatment plant
    County
    Jefferson
    EFO Name
    Knoxville
    Site Owner
    Jefferson City WTP

    Investigation Results

    Advisement Letter
    10/21/2022
    Jefferson City W&S Commission
    11/14/2022

    Description and Writeup

    Complainant stated that the Drinking Water Plant is allowing a leak of chlorine used for disinfection to discharge to Mossy Creek. Complainant stated that approximately 500 gals per day of chlorine leaks from the plants chlorine generator. Complainant states that samples of water from the stream have been taken and show positive chlorine results. Also states that the chemical is causing corrosion in the chemical room and produces chlorine gas which makes it hazardous for workers to be in the room. (Complainant was informed that TOSHA would be more able to address worker safety and health issues.)