The Pelham Industrial Park, located in Grundy County, TN, is a prime industrial location
seeking to recruit new industrial partners. The park infrastructure is currently limited by
water and sewer availability, negatively impacting potential growth. An analysis of utility
conditions, projected utility needs, and recommendations for solutions to existing concerns
is required. In addition to water and sewer utilities, review of power utilities as well as
site preparation planning, including cut and fill needs, is desired. Impact areas include:
enhanced sewer capacity, decreased environmental degradation, and new economic
development opportunities. Students will evaluate potential improvements to an existing
wastewater system. Assess capacity and condition of existing sewer infrastructure.
Read the final student report delivered to the local gov/community partner.
Smart Communities Initiative Contact Info
University Faculty Contact
Jenny Retherford
Civil and Environmental Engineering
Local Government / Community Contact
Chuck Hammonds
Assistant Executive Director