SMS Terms and Conditions

# SMS Terms and Conditions
 
Last Updated: June 2026
 
## Service Description
 
Watts Bar Utility District of Rhea, Meigs and Roane Counties ("WBUD") uses SMS text messaging to deliver operational notifications and alarm messages to authorized personnel.
 
Messages may be generated by utility monitoring and control systems, including VTScada SCADA software.
 
## Intended Recipients
 
SMS notifications are intended solely for authorized employees, operators, contractors, and designated response personnel who have been enrolled by WBUD administration.
 
## Message Types
 
Messages may include:
 
* Tank level alarms
* Pump failures
* Communication failures
* Power failures
* Equipment faults
* System status notifications
* Operational alerts requiring response
 
## Message Frequency
 
Message frequency varies based on system conditions.
 
During significant operational events, multiple alarm notifications may be generated and may repeat until acknowledged by authorized personnel.
 
Messages may be delivered at any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
 
## Costs
 
Message and data rates may apply according to the recipient's mobile carrier plan.
 
## Opt-Out Instructions
 
Recipients may opt out of SMS communications by replying:
 
STOP
 
After opting out, no further SMS messages will be sent unless the recipient is re-enrolled by authorized WBUD administration.
 
## Help Instructions
 
Recipients may obtain assistance by replying:
 
HELP
 
or by contacting WBUD administration.
 
## Privacy
 
WBUD does not sell, rent, or share mobile phone numbers or SMS consent information with third parties for marketing purposes.
 
For additional information, please review our Privacy Policy:
 
https://www.wbud.org/privacy-policy.html
 
## Service Availability
 
Message delivery is dependent upon mobile carrier networks and third-party messaging providers. Delivery is not guaranteed.
 
## Contact Information
 
Watts Bar Utility District of Rhea, Meigs and Roane Counties
 
Website:
https://www.wbud.org
 
For assistance regarding SMS notifications, please contact WBUD administration.