Clarksville Gas & Water staff were recently honored for their exemplary service following two noteworthy achievements. During a City Council session on December 4, accolades were presented for a remarkable perfect score on the 2025 state sanitary survey and for receiving a prestigious award from Clean Water Professionals of Kentucky & Tennessee (CWP-KT).
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) awarded the Clarksville Water System its sixth perfect score since 2010. According to a press release from the City of Clarksville, this year's score of 100 is a testament to the water system's "thorough inspection" process and commitment to providing safe, reliable drinking water. The sanitary survey assesses all operational facets of the water system, aiming to rigorously verify the efficacy of treatment, distribution, record-keeping, and more.
Further recognition came from the CWP-KT, which bestowed upon the Clarksville Wastewater Treatment Plant the Operational Excellence Award at the KY/TN Water Professionals Conference, held last July 29. As outlined in a City of Clarksville newsflash, this accolade highlights the plant's achievement of having "no more than one violation of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit in a 12-month reporting period" from January 1 to December 31, 2024.
During the celebrations at the City Council meeting, officials noted the rigorous standards and dedication of the Clarksville Gas & Water employees. This honor serves not only to recognize their effort but also to underline the broader community's dedication to environmental quality. The awards received express a collective commitment to not only meet but to consistently surpass the regulatory requirements issued by environmental agencies, ensuring the health and safety of the water for all in Clarksville.
