Biltmore Forest

The Division of Water Resources (DWR) provides the data contained within this Local Water Supply Plan (LWSP) as a courtesy and service to our customers. DWR staff does not field verify data. Neither DWR, nor any other party involved in the preparation of this LWSP attests that the data is completely free of errors and omissions. Furthermore, data users are cautioned that LWSPs labeled PROVISIONAL have yet to be reviewed by DWR staff. Subsequent review may result in significant revision. Questions regarding the accuracy or limitations of usage of this data should be directed to the water system and/or DWR.

1. System Information

Contact Information

Complete

Water System Name: Biltmore Forest   PWSID: 01-11-030
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 5352
Asheville, NC 28813		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Harry B. Buckner, PETitle:Director of Public Works
Phone:828-274-3919Cell/Mobile:828-774-8041
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 2-6 82.00 %
Ductile Iron 6-8 18.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   20 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   0 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   20
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   16 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   146
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.0000 Million Gallons
Has water pressure been inadequate in any part of the system since last update? Line breaks that were repaired quickly should not be included.   No

The Town of Biltmore Forest purchases its entire supply from the City of Asheville (01-11-010) through three metered connections. The City of Asheville provides all storage for the Town.

Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a cross-connection program?   Yes
Does this system have a program to replace meters?   Yes
Does this system have a plumbing retrofit program?   No
Does this system have an active water conservation public education program?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes

The Town of Biltmore Forest utilizes our cellular based AMR system to monitor the system for customer-side leaks, and visually inspects the Town-owned system daily.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Decreasing Block
How much reclaimed water does this system use?   0.0000 MGD   For how many connections?   0
Does this system have an interconnection with another system capable of providing water in an emergency?   Yes

The Town of Biltmore Forest purchases its entire supply from the City of Asheville (01-11-010) through three metered connections.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
French Broad River (05-2)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Buncombe100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   1,412
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No
Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 797 0.1249 0 0.0000
Commercial 9 0.0122 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 8 0.0035 1 0.0001

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0002 MGD

3. Water Supply Sources

Monthly Withdrawals & Purchases
Average Daily
Use (MGD)		 Max Day
Use (MGD)		 Average Daily
Use (MGD)		 Max Day
Use (MGD)		 Average Daily
Use (MGD)		 Max Day
Use (MGD)
Jan 0.1174 May 0.1452 Sep 0.2328
Feb 0.1322 Jun 0.1332 Oct 0.1182
Mar 0.0977 Jul 0.2482 Nov 0.2653
Apr 0.0808 Aug 0.2329 Dec 0.0695

Biltmore Forest purchases all water through three interconnections with the City of Asheville.

Water Purchases From Other Systems
Seller PWSID Average
Daily Purchased
(MGD)		 Days
Used		 Contract Required to
comply with water
use restrictions?		 Pipe Size(s)
(Inches)		 Use
Type
MGD Expiration Recurring
City of Asheville 01-11-010 0.1561 365 0.3500 2025 Yes Yes 6,8 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0000 May 0.0000 Sep 0.0000
Feb 0.0000 Jun 0.0000 Oct 0.0000
Mar 0.0000 Jul 0.0000 Nov 0.0000
Apr 0.0000 Aug 0.0000 Dec 0.0000

How many sewer connections does this system have?   651
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   6
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

The Town of Biltmore Forest does not own or operate any sewage collection or treatment facilities. Sewage service is provided by the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County.

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,412 1,448 1,477 1,506 1,537 1,568
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1249 0.1256 0.1281 0.1306 0.1333 0.1360
Commercial 0.0122 0.0166 0.0168 0.0170 0.0172 0.0174
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0036 0.0049 0.0050 0.0051 0.0052 0.0053
System Process 0.0002 0.0002 0.0002 0.0002 0.0002 0.0002
Unaccounted-for 0.0148 0.0155 0.0158 0.0161 0.0164 0.0167
Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Surface Water Supply 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Ground Water Supply 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Purchases 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500 0.3500
Service Area Demand 0.1557 0.1628 0.1659 0.1690 0.1723 0.1756
Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 0.1557 0.1628 0.1659 0.1690 0.1723 0.1756
Demand as Percent of Supply 44% 47% 47% 48% 49% 50%

The purpose of the above chart is to show a general indication of how the long-term per capita water demand changes over time. The per capita water demand may actually be different than indicated due to seasonal populations and the accuracy of data submitted. Water systems that have calculated long-term per capita water demand based on a methodology that produces different results may submit their information in the notes field.

Your long-term water demand is 88 gallons per capita per day. What demand management practices do you plan to implement to reduce the per capita water demand (i.e. conduct regular water audits, implement a plumbing retrofit program, employ practices such as rainwater harvesting or reclaimed water)? If these practices are covered elsewhere in your plan, indicate where the practices are discussed here.    No changes.

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   No changes.

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   None.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   N/A

Additional Information

Has this system participated in regional water supply or water use planning?  Yes, The Town of Biltmore Forest has and will continue to participate in planning discussions with the City of Asheville, since they are the sole provider capable of providing water to the Town of Biltmore Forest.

What major water supply reports or studies were used for planning?  The Town of Biltmore Forest completed a comprehensive water rate study this past year which resulted in the implementation of a new rate structure and new rates. This was in reaction to the City of Asheville performing and implementing a new rate study which led to them implementing significant increases to their bulk water users like the Town of Biltmore Forest.

Please describe any other needs or issues regarding your water supply sources, any water system deficiencies or needed improvements (storage, treatment, etc.) or your ability to meet present and future water needs. Include both quantity and quality considerations, as well as financial, technical, managerial, permitting, and compliance issues:   None.

The Division of Water Resources (DWR) provides the data contained within this Local Water Supply Plan (LWSP) as a courtesy and service to our customers. DWR staff does not field verify data. Neither DWR, nor any other party involved in the preparation of this LWSP attests that the data is completely free of errors and omissions. Furthermore, data users are cautioned that LWSPs labeled PROVISIONAL have yet to be reviewed by DWR staff. Subsequent review may result in significant revision. Questions regarding the accuracy or limitations of usage of this data should be directed to the water system and/or DWR.