Boat and Marina Sewage & Land Application of Wastewater

Boat and Marina Sewage
It is unlawful to discharge untreated sewage from a marine toilet into the waters of the state. Commercial boating facilities that house vessels equipped with toilets must provide facilities for sanitary pumping and disposal from the boats’ holding tanks, or they must have an agreement with a marina that is so equipped. T.C.A. § 69-9-102(d).

Land Application of Wastewater
The Commissioner of Environment and Conservation may issue a permit authorizing discharges of wastewater, including land application, that would otherwise be prohibited under state law. T.C.A. § 69-3-108(e).