Tennessee Public Utility Commission approved two new area codes - 729 and 423 - for eastern Tennessee. ... marking a total population of more than 360,000. ...

In 2023, there were 8,638 reported damages to utilities in Tennessee, many of which could have been prevented. As the population expands and additional utility, broadband, ...

As Tennessee grows, more digging may lead to utility damage. Here's how to prevent that To ensure safe, sustainable infrastructure growth in Tennessee, we ask everyone to contact 811 before ...

Request utility markings — contact 811 at least three business days before you plan to dig; local utilities will mark their lines so you can dig safely.