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Utilities Become Growth Gatekeepers as County Expands

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South Blount Utility District worker, John Weeks, tosses a wrench while tapping into a 6-inch main water line and installing a water meter for a new home being built on Indian Warpath Road, Maryville. Weeks said it takes five workers about 3 hours to install new water service. (Photo by Robert Berlin)

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