Knox County Tennessee

Groundwater Issues


Common Groundwater Issues:

  • My yard stays soggy.

    Soggy yards can be caused by a host of different reasons. Yours may the lowest property in the watershed; there may be a spring that is surfacing in your yard seasonally; there could be a water leak or irrigation discharges; or, the soil during new construction may have been compacted during grading, which results in standing water in areas with poor infiltration. There are different ways to address each of these causes. Contact us for a consultation at stormwater@knoxcounty.org or at (865) 215-5540.

  • Water is standing in my crawlspace.

    Foundation walls are prone to groundwater seepage. High water tables and /or springs may also be a source of unwanted crawlspace moisture. Inspect foundation drains for functionality. Contact the stormwater department for a consultation at stormwater@knoxcounty.org or at (865) 215-5540.