Rutherford College

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: Rutherford College   PWSID: 01-12-055
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 406
Rutherford College, NC 28671		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:John LegerTitle:public works director
Phone:828-391-4757Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6 23.38 %
Asbestos Cement 8 4.32 %
Galvanized Iron 2 5.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 6 34.67 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2 28.99 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 8 3.64 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   25 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?   9
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   14 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   17
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
Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, As Needed
Does this system have a cross-connection program?   No
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?   No
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Uniform
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?   No

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Catawba River (03-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Burke100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   2,095
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 781 0.0808 0 0.0000
Commercial 57 0.0091 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 3 0.0226 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0134 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 0.1340 May 0.1550 Sep 0.1530
Feb 0.1580 Jun 0.1510 Oct 0.1390
Mar 0.1210 Jul 0.1610 Nov 0.1510
Apr 0.1730 Aug 0.1480 Dec 0.1380

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
Town of Valdese 01-12-010 0.1480 366 0.2330 2026 Yes Yes 12 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0900 May 0.1160 Sep 0.1090
Feb 0.1210 Jun 0.1240 Oct 0.0960
Mar 0.0980 Jul 0.1100 Nov 0.1090
Apr 0.1280 Aug 0.1140 Dec 0.0930

How many sewer connections does this system have?   691
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   144
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Burke County 01-12-065 Discharging 0.0920 366 0.2000
Town of Valdese 01-12-010 Discharging 0.0170 366 0.2000

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 2,095 2,106 2,225 2,350 2,482 2,622
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0808 0.0821 0.0875 0.0915 0.0955 0.0995
Commercial 0.0091 0.0117 0.0127 0.0137 0.0147 0.0157
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0226 0.0226 0.0228 0.0230 0.0232 0.0234
System Process 0.0134 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110
Unaccounted-for 0.0221 0.0200 0.0210 0.0220 0.0230 0.0240
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 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330 0.2330
Service Area Demand 0.1480 0.1474 0.1550 0.1612 0.1674 0.1736
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) 0.1480 0.1474 0.1550 0.1612 0.1674 0.1736
Demand as Percent of Supply 64% 63% 67% 69% 72% 75%

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 39 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.    

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   

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

Additional Information

Has this system participated in regional water supply or water use planning?  No

What major water supply reports or studies were used for planning?  

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:   

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.