KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Valley Authority will use controlled demolition to safely implode the 540’ hyperbolic cooling tower at the Hartsville site in Trousdale County, Tennessee, on the morning of Thursday, September 18 around sunrise.
Safety remains our top priority. The implosion will be executed by expert demolition contractors in coordination with local, state, and federal agencies to ensure a safe operation and minimum disruption to the community.
We want the public to be aware that the implosion will cause a short burst of loud noise.
To maintain a safe perimeter, there will be no public access on TVA property to view the implosion, including drones or any form of aircraft. Temporary roadblocks will be in place that morning on non-public roads and will be removed following the activity.
TVA will post video of the implosion on our social media channels shortly after the event. TVA has prioritized removal of the structure as part of its broader effort to remove obsolete infrastructure, improve public safety and prepare sites for future redevelopment opportunities.
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