Tennesse's Environment: 1996
Whom Do I Call?


I perform regular maintenance on my car. How do I find out about proper disposal of used oil and oil filters?
Call the Used Oil Collection Program Hotline at 1-800-287-9013.


I read that radon exposure can be a serious health risk. How do I find out more about testing my home?
Call the Tennessee Radon Program at 1-800-232-1139.


I live in a county that requires auto emissions testing. How do I find out more about the requirements?
Call the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control at 1-615-532-TEST for more information.


Where do I call to report an emergency spill or other environmental release?
Call the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency at 1-800-262-3300.


There is a tire dump in the woods behind my house. To whom can I report this?
Call the Division of Solid Waste Management at 615-532-0780.


I saw a number of dead fish in a nearby stream. What should I do?
An unusual number of dead fish should be reported to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency at 615-781-6643.


I need information about installing a septic tank.
Call the Division of Ground Water Protection at 615-532-0761.


I think there is lead paint on my walls. Whom do I call for information on how to safely remove it?
Contact the Tennessee Lead Paint Abatement Program at 615-532-8011.


I am a water well driller. Where do I call for technical assistance?
Call The TDEC Water Well Assistance hotline at 1-800-523-4873.


Whom do I call to find information about a Superfund site?
To inquire about a Tennessee Superfund site, call 1-800-251-3479.


Whom should I call about open burning or other air pollution questions?
Call the Division of Air Pollution Control at 1-800-511-7991.


TDEC Field Offices can answer most of your questions.
Call the office nearest you.


Chattanooga	423-634-5745
Columbia	615-380-2535
Cookeville	615-432-4015
Jackson		901-661-6200
Joelton		615-299-8451
Johnson City	423-854-5400
Knoxville	423-594-6035
Memphis		901-368-7939
Nashville	615-741-7391
Union City	901-885-7700


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