GATLINBURG, Tenn.— The City of Gatlinburg will continue adding fluoride to the municipal water supply.
Earlier this month, the City distributed a letter in its water bills to customers informing them that we were considering the potential removal of fluoride from the water system and inviting public input on the issue. This letter noted that the City was going to explore taking action on this item at its September 16, 2025 City Commission Meeting. We sincerely appreciate the responses we received from residents, community members, and local health and dental professionals.
After reviewing the feedback from our customers — and receiving strong support from Gatlinburg’s health and dental practitioner community — we believe that maintaining fluoride in the water system is in the best interest of our citizens. Fluoridation remains a safe, effective, and equitable public health practice that helps promote better oral health outcomes across all age groups.
In light of this community input, the City will no longer pursue a vote on fluoridation at the September City Commission meeting.
The City of Gatlinburg remains committed to listening to our residents and making decisions that support the health and wellbeing of our community.
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