Tennessee Code Title 69. Waters, Waterways, Drains and Levees § 69-7-211

(a) Prior to October 1, 2000, all persons or entities subject to § 69-7-204(a) that operate an existing inter-basin transfer shall submit flow or pumping records or other documentation that shows to the commissioner of environment and conservation's satisfaction the amount of such transfer. The commissioner shall respond in writing stating whether the documentation was sufficient or specifying any deficiency that shall promptly be corrected. Any failure to comply with this section will constitute a violation of this part.

(b) All such persons or entities shall, thereafter, either submit every October 1 a statement under oath certifying that there has been no increase in the inter-basin transfer, together with appropriate documentation, or a timely permit application for any increased inter-basin transfer as provided in § 69-7-204.