Highlights
- TVA is proposing to modify the typical flow of water from Normandy Dam.
- Modification would better address water needs in the Duck River Basin during drought and normal conditions.
- This change would help preserve water in storage in Normandy Reservoir.
- Change would also help meet economic and population growth needs while protecting the environment.
- TVA is not proposing to modify the reservoir guide curve of Normandy or change the minimum flows released from the dam.
TVA is seeking public input on a proposal to modify how typical water flow is measured from Normandy Dam to better address water needs in the Duck River Basin during drought as well as normal conditions. TVA is not proposing to modify the reservoir guide curve of Normandy or change the minimum flows released from the dam.
TVA is proposing to change the way it measures water released from the Normandy Reservoir into the Duck River. Currently, target flows are measured instantaneously at the Shelbyville gauge located 28 miles downstream from the dam. The proposal would change that measurement to be based on average flows at Shelbyville over the course of the week. This change could help preserve water storage in Normandy Reservoir. Additional water in storage could help meet water needs in the basin during a drought such as the recent extreme drought in 2023. The modification would also give TVA flexibility to meet key operational goals related to water quality, aquatic habitat, and water supply in the growing Duck River region.
In compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act, TVA has prepared a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) that addresses any potential environmental impacts. The draft EA is now available for public review and comment at tva.com/nepa Comments on the proposal and the EA must be received on or before June 28, 2024.
TVA will host a virtual meeting/webinar on June 13, 2024, at 5 p.m. CT. To register, please use this link.
Submit comments or inquiries online, by email to NEPA@tva.gov, or by mail to:
Matthew Higdon
Tennessee Valley Authority
400 W. Summit Hill Drive, WT11B
Knoxville, TN 37902
About TVA
The Tennessee Valley Authority is the nation's largest public power supplier, delivering energy to 10 million people across seven southeastern states. TVA was established 90 years ago to serve this region and the nation by developing innovative solutions to solve complex challenges. TVA's unique mission focuses on energy, environmental stewardship, and economic development. With one of the largest, most diverse, and cleanest energy systems - including nuclear, hydro, solar, gas, and advanced technologies - TVA is a leader in our nation's drive toward a clean energy future.
TVA is a corporate agency of the United States, receiving no taxpayer funding, deriving virtually all of its revenues from sales of electricity. In addition to operating and investing its revenues in its electric system, TVA provides flood control, navigation, and land management for the Tennessee River system, and assists local power companies and state and local governments with economic development and job creation.
Contact
Adam May
TVA Media Relations
amay0@tva.gov
865-632-6000
TVA Media Line
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400 West Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville Tennessee
United States 37902
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