Drought 2024

Updated 12/3/2024

Drought conditions have changed and unfortunately, Bee Creek (our water source) has not regained normal flowing status and we are forced to implement a voluntary water conservation measure. We would always like our customers to continue their efforts to use potable (drinking) water in a conservative manner.

We are now in D2 Severe Drought for Bledsoe County and Van Buren County in these Stages we may have the following conditions in the area. 

Some of the D2 conditions;

Water supply is inadequate for wildlife

Some of the D1 conditions;

Agriculture ponds dry up; farmers are hauling water; hay yield is low

Conditions are very dusty

Fire danger increases; burn bans are implemented

Leaves fall early

More insects and voles are observed, although mosquito numbers are down; disease spreads in trout, fish hatchery closes

Water demand is high

Some of the D0 conditions;

Honey production is down; fewer plants are available to pollinate

Lake and pond levels begin to lower

As always, your understanding and compliance are essential in helping us manage the situation. Thank you for your support and patience as we work through these challenges.

Added to all the conditions for conservation is the freezing temperatures, so please if you need to let your water trickle keep it to a pencil width at the most.

Please contact our office if you should have any questions;
              Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm 423-881-5065

Please follow the Drought at Tennessee | U.S. Drought Monitor (unl.edu) The maps are updated every Tuesday and posted every Thursday.