TVA v. Hill
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| TVA v. Hill | |
| Court | Supreme Court of the United States |
|---|---|
| Citation | |
| Date decided | June 15, 1978 |
| Appealed from | United States Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit |
Facts
The construction of the Tellico Dam would endanger the life of a newly designated as endangered fish species know as snail darter (perch).
Tennessee Valley Authority has received Congressional funds to construct the dam in Tennessee.Issues
Congress had to balance the need for rural economic development versus species protection.
