Clean Water Nashville

Overview

In 2009, Nashville Metro Water Services initiated an environmental commitment through a consent decree with federal and state agencies aimed at revitalizing Nashville's waterways. This undertaking—formally launched as Clean Water Nashville in 2012—encompasses:

  • Over 70 specialized infrastructure projects

  • A comprehensive $1.1+ billion investment program

  • Strategic interventions to eliminate or minimize overflows into the Cumberland River and its tributaries

  • Compliance with the federal Clean Water Act of 1972

Wilmot’s Role

Wilmot was tasked with implementing sustainable elements into the design and construction standards to elevate Clean Water Nashville beyond basic compliance. Wilmot developed a set of sustainable design standards to be included on every project. This checklist includes:

  • Native landscaping and reforestation

  • Green infrastructure and low impact development design

  • Renewable energy

  • Recycled and regional materials

  • Construction debris waste management

  • Public education

  • Community amenities

Wilmot also provided construction inspection to verify compliance with the standards and augment existing staff.

Client

Metro Water Services

Location

Nashville, TN

Markets

Municipal

Water/Wastewater

Services

Low-Impact Development Design

Materials Management Plan

Staff Augmentation