CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – North Clarksville residents have been asked to restrict water use due to a water main leak. These restrictions include a ban on washing cars and watering lawns.
Residents in the Allen Griffey Water Pressure Zone area in North Clarksville are included in the mandatory water restriction, due to a water main leak near Garner Hills Drive and Allen Griffey Road.
The affected area extends from Fort Campbell Blvd to I-24 and from the state line to Little West-Fork Creek and homes near Hazelwood Road.
LINK: Clarksville Gas and Water Expanded Map
All customers in the Allen Griffey Water Pressure Zone are asked to take the following steps to reduce water use:
A. Prohibit 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.
B. 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.
C. Prohibit washing of any motor vehicle, motorbike, boat, trailer, airplane, or other vehicle.
D. Prohibit further reduction in frequency of draining and refilling swimming pools.
E. Encourage area restaurants to serve water by request only.
F. Prohibit hosing off paved areas, buildings, windows or other surfaces. Irrigation of landscape is absolutely prohibited.
Duration of Stage
The stage is effective until further notice.
Important water conservation measures can be found on the Clarksville Gas and Water website.
Clarksville’s water is safe for drinking and meets established state and federal regulations. This notice serves only as an alert to customers of the need to restrict usage temporarily or during a period of time. Updates will be publicized as soon as new information becomes available.