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Tennessee Clean Vessel Act Program

In 1992, Congress passed the Clean Vessel Act to help reduce pollution from vessel sewage discharges into U.S. waters. The Grant Program established by the Act will help fund the construction, renovation, operation, and maintenance of pumpout and dump stations to service pleasure craft.

Who Is Eligible:

The Clean Vessel Act grant funds are available to both the public and private sector. This includes all local governmental entities and private businesses that own and operate boating facilities that are open to the general public.

What The Grant Covers:

The Grant will reimburse recipients for up to 75 of the installed cost of pumpout and dump stations. This includes the cost of new equipment, or the renovation of existing equipment, as well as necessary pumps, piping, lift stations, on-site holding tanks, signs, permits and other miscellaneous equipment needed for a complete and efficient station.

The Grant will not pay for the construction or renovation of onshore restroom facilities, or sewage treatment plants, including septic tanks, leach fields, private and municipal treatment plants and other special treatment devices.

What It Will Cost To You:

As a grant recipient you are responsible for at least 25 of the installed costs of the pumpout and dump station facilities provided for under the grant program.

Can You Be Reimbursed For A Pumpout You've Already Installed?

No. Costs incurred prior to the effective date of a grant agreement are not allowable.

Your Responsibilities Under The Grant Program:

1.        All recreational vessels must have access to the pumpout and dump stations funded under this grant program. The grant recipient shall guarantee that the facilities will be operated, maintained, and be accessible to all recreation vessels for the full period of their useful life.

2.        A sign depicting the national pumpout symbol shall be installed so as to be clearly visible to boaters.  An informational sign shall be installed at pumpout and dump stations.

3.        Maintain a log book of usage of pumpout or dump station.

4.        Operate and maintain the station for 5 years after completion of the project.

Can You Charge For Use Of The Pumpout Or Dump Station?

Yes. While the State encourages the free use of facilities constructed under this program, a maximum user fee of $5 can be charged.

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