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Tennessee RC&D Council

The Tennessee Association of Resource Conservation and Development Councils (TN RC&D Council) is composed of 12 Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Councils in different regions of Tennessee. RC&D Councils provide a unique process for Tennessee to develop its economic, natural, and social resources in ways that improve the economy, environment, and quality of life.  Most of the counties in Tennessee are represented by an RC&D Council.

Directory of TN R&D Councils:

Appalachian RC&D Council

Chairperson: Roy Settle
Work: 423-433-7116 
Vice-Chair: Lynice Broyles
Treasurer: Dana York Ensor, Interim
Executive Director: Vacant

Appalachian RC&D Council office
302 Sunset Drive, Suite 105
Johnson City, TN 37604
Phone: 423-427-0560
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ARCD.org, -  Quilt Trail - TN Farm Link  - Appalachian RC&D on FaceBook
Council Representatives to TN RC&D Council:
1. Lynice Broyles 
2. Roy Settle 
3. Dana York Ensor
Counties Served: Carter, Greene, Johnson, Sullivan, Washington, Unicoi

 

Buffalo-Duck RC&D Council

President: Wes Ward
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Vice-President: Jonah Keltner
Secretary:/Treasurer Brenda Brock
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Program Coordinator: Vacant

Buffalo Duck RC&D Office
USDA Service Center
124 Progress Center Plaza Centerville, TN 37033

Website and Facebook: Bdrrcdtn.org Www.facebook.com/BDRRCDTN
Council Representatives to TN RC&D Council:
1. Wes Ward
2. Brenda Brock
3. Jonah Keltner
Counties Served: Hickman, Lewis, Perry, Wayne

 

Cumberland Mountain RC&D Council

Chairman:  David Hennesee
P. O. Box 584 Wartburg, TN 37887
423-346-3770
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Vice Chairman: Jerry Taylor
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Secretary: Sumer Evans
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Cumberland Mountain RC&D Office
USDA Service Center 2691
Andersonville Highway Suite 200
Clinton, TN 37716
Council Representatives to TN RC&D Council:
1. David Hennessee
2. Sumer Evans
3. Jerry Taylor
Counties Served: Anderson, Campbell, Morgan, Roane, Scott

 

Five Rivers RC&D Council


President: Ray Clifton
985 Southerland Road,
Dickson, TN 37055
Home: 615-446-4686
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1st Vice-President: Kay Bagby
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2nd Vice-President:  Edwin Hogan
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Secretary: Janice Weiss
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Treasurer: Paul Nutting
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Website and Facebook: Www.facebook.com/Five-Rivers-RCD 
Council Representatives to TN RC&D Council:
1. Janice Weiss 
2. Kay Bagby

 

Hull-York Lakeland RC&D Council 

President: Lynn Carey
Cumberland County SCD,
314 Old Jamestown Highway,
Crossville, TN 38571
Work: 931-484-5442 Ext.3
Fax: 855-575-5638
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Vice-President: Janice Gilispie
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Secretary: Pam Flatt
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Treasurer: Twyla Whited
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Hull York Lakeland RC&D Office
c/o Lynn Carey
314 Old Jamestown Hwy
Crossville, TN 38555
Phone: 931-484-5442 Ext. 3
Council Representatives to TN RC&D Council:
1. Lynn Carey
2. Pam Flatt
3. Twyla Whited
Counties Served: Cannon, Clay, Cumberland, DeKalb, Fentress, Jackson, Macon, Smith, Overton, Pickett, Putnam, Van Buren, Warren, White

 

Southeast TN RC&D Council


President: Renita ‘Shorty’ Beaty
6183 Adamson Circle
Chattanooga, TN 37416
Mobile: 423-240-3984,
Office: 423-894-1687 Ext 3
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Vice-President: Vacant
Secretary/Treasurer:Elizabeth (Becky) Beaty
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Website and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/setnrcd/ Setnrcd.org
Council Representative to TN RC&D Council:
1. Renita (Shorty) Beaty
2. Elizabeth (Becky) Beaty
Counties Served: Bradley, Bledsoe, Grundy, Hamilton, Loudon, Marion, McMinn, Meigs, Monroe, Polk, Rhea, Sequatchie

 

Smoky Mountain RC&D Council

Chairman: Russell Harris
7861 Camberley Drive
Powell, TN 37849
Work: 865-947-0455
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Vice-Chairman: Justin Teague
Mobile: 865-719-0977
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Secretary: (Vacant)

Smoky Mountain RC&D office
Cynthia Foster
4730 New Harvest Lane, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37918
865-523-3338, Ext. 3
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Executive Director: Vacant
Council Representative to TN RC&D Council:
1. Russell Harris, 
2. Justin Teague,
3. Cynthia Foster
Counties Served: Blount, Cocke, Hamblen, Knox, Jefferson, Sevier

At Large Envirothon Contest Areas:

Southern Middle RC&D Council

Sara Steelman
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Gena Coats
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Website: http://coffeetnscd.com

Inactive Councils:
Clinch-Powell RC&D Council
Davy Crockett RC&D Council
Southern Middle RC&D Council

Grazing Calendars

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FAQ

What is Soil Health?

The continued capacity of soil to function as a vital living ecosystem that sustains and improves the living condition of plants, animals and humans.

Can I pull gravel out of my creek?

You may be able to pull gravel from a creek, but only within guidelines of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC). For more guidance call the TDEC office in Columbia at 931-490-3941 or visit their website: www.tennessee.gov/environment/permits/arapgps

In what situations do I need a permit?

Most work on streams, stream banks, waterways, or drainage areas should be reviewed by TDEC. If you have questions concerning permits you should contact the TDEC office in Columbia at 931-490-3941, or visit their website: www.tennessee.gov/environment/permits/arapgps

Who do I call for a burn permit?

The agency to call for a burn permit is the Tennessee Department of Agriculture “Division of Forestry”, their number is 1-877-350-(BURN) 2876 or online: www.BurnSafeTN.org. Burn permits are required from October 15 thru May 15 and at other times during certain weather conditions.

Where do I find soils information and aerial imagery for my farm?

The USDA-NRCS website provides aerial photography & soils information. http://websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov.

Where can I find floodplain maps for my property?

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has a great deal of flood information on their website. We have the ability in our office to generate maps for landowners with aerial imagery that has a flood plain map overlaid. Contact us to get a map of your property.

Who do I call when trying to locate underground utility lines (gas, phone, cable, electric, etc.)?

Before you DIG call “Tennessee One Call” at 811 or go to their website: www.tnonecall.com. A person can be held liable for damages incurred if they dig and do not call Tennessee One Call.

Other Questions?

Please call our office at xxx-xxx-xxxx x3

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