Caldwell Co (Southeast)

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: Caldwell Co (Southeast)   PWSID: 01-14-047
Mailing Address:1385 Fairview Drive SW
Lenoir, NC 28645		Ownership:County
 
Contact Person:Emily McNeilTitle:Water Quality Specialist
Phone:828-757-6865Cell/Mobile:828-729-8444
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-8 8.00 %
Ductile Iron 12 12.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 80.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   195 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?   125
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   10 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   0
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.6003 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, Quarterly
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?   No
Does this system have a plumbing retrofit program?   No
Does this system have an active water conservation public education program?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   No
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Increasing 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

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Catawba River (03-1)95 %
Yadkin River (18-1)5 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Caldwell100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   15,007
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 5,829 0.8210 0 0.0000
Commercial 187 0.0200 0 0.0000
Industrial 31 0.0600 0 0.0000
Institutional 49 0.0070 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0070 MGD

Water Sales
Purchaser PWSID Average
Daily Sold
(MGD)		 Days
Used		 Contract Required to
comply with water
use restrictions?		 Pipe Size(s)
(Inches)		 Use
Type
MGD Expiration Recurring
GRANITE FALLS 01-14-030 0.0650 366 Yes Yes 6-8 Regular
LENOIR 01-14-010 0.0411 366 Yes No 6 Regular
Sawmills 01-14-040 0.0003 366 Yes No 12 Regular

CURRENTLY THERE ARE NOT ANY CONTRACTS BETWEEN CALDWELL COUNTY AND GRANITE FALLS, SAWMILLS AND LENOIR. THE WATER GRANITE FALLS PURCHASES IS SOLD BACK TO GRANITE FALLS AT THEIR WHOLESALE RATE.

Note: Granite Falls reports purchasing 0.0650 MGD from Caldwell on a regular basis for 366 days. The 0.0000 MGD shown above is that reported for Emergency use only.

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 0.9994 0.0000 May 1.0212 0.0000 Sep 1.2177 0.0000
Feb 1.1351 0.0000 Jun 1.0355 0.0000 Oct 1.0744 0.0000
Mar 0.9699 0.0000 Jul 1.2548 0.0000 Nov 1.1074 0.0000
Apr 0.9095 0.0000 Aug 1.2770 0.0000 Dec 1.0847 0.0000

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
Granite Falls 01-14-030 0.3389 365 0.5500 2016 Yes Yes 6-12 Regular
Lenoir 01-14-010 0.7519 365 0.8100 2024 Yes Yes 6-12 Regular

THE CONTRACT FROM THE CITY OF LENOIR ALLOWS A MAXIMUM OF 1.500 MGD TO BE DISTRIBUTED AS NEEDED BETWEEN THE COUNTY'S SOUTHEAST, WEST, AND NORTH SYSTEMS. HOWEVER, LENOIR INDICATES THERE ARE ALLOWANCES FOR THE CITY TO SUPPLY ADDITIONAL WATER ABOVE THE 1.500 MGD MAX AT A HIGHER RATE OF COST. ACCORDINGLY, A CUMULATIVE MAX OF 1.700 MGD IS SHOWN TO BE DISTRIBUTED AMONG THE 3 CALDWELL SYSTEMS SUCH THAT THE DEMAND TO SUPPLY RATIO DOES NOT EXCEED 80% AT ANY SYSTEM.

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?   141
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   5,608
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 15,007 15,017 15,027 15,037 15,047 15,057
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.8210 0.7959 0.7964 0.7970 0.7975 0.7980
Commercial 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200
Industrial 0.0600 0.0600 0.0600 0.0600 0.0600 0.0600
Institutional 0.0070 0.0070 0.0070 0.0071 0.0072 0.0072
System Process 0.0070 0.0070 0.0070 0.0070 0.0070 0.0070
Unaccounted-for 0.0664 0.0649 0.0649 0.0650 0.0650 0.0650
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 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600 1.3600
Service Area Demand 0.9814 0.9548 0.9553 0.9561 0.9567 0.9572
Sales 0.1064 0.1064 0.1064 0.1064 0.1064 0.1064
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 1.0878 1.0612 1.0617 1.0625 1.0631 1.0636
Demand as Percent of Supply 80% 78% 78% 78% 78% 78%

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 55 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?   NONE

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?   THE DEMANDS WILL BE EVALUATED YEARLY AND ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND MEASURES WILL BE IMPLEMENTED AS NEEDED.

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.