Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee
Title 1220 - Tennessee Public Utility Commission
Subtitle 1220-04 - Division of Public Utilities
Chapter 1220-04-03 - Water Regulations
Section 1220-04-03-.43 - SHORTAGE OF SUPPLY
Universal Citation: TN Comp Rules and Regs 1220-04-03-.43
Current through September 24, 2024
(1) The utility shall exercise reasonable diligence to furnish a continuous and adequate supply of water to its customers and to avoid any shortage or interruption of delivery thereof.
(2) If a utility finds that it is necessary to restrict the use of water, it shall notify its customers, and give the Authority written notice. Such notifications shall specify:
(a) the reason for the
restriction;
(b) the nature and
extent of the restriction, i.e., on outdoor use of water, use by certain
classes of customers, etc.;
(c) the
date such restriction is to go into effect;
(d) the probable date of termination of such
restriction.
(3) During times of threatened or actual water shortage the utility shall apportion its available water supply among its customers with due regard to health and safety.
Authority: T.C.A. § 65-2-102.
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