Claremont

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: Claremont   PWSID: 01-18-035
Mailing Address:PO Box 446
Claremont, NC 28610		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:David CoxTitle:Environmental Manager
Phone:828-323-7427Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Mr. Jason Brown Phone:828-466-7255
Mailing Address:PO Box 446
Claremont, NC 28610		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-10 16.00 %
Cast Iron 6-8 8.00 %
Ductile Iron 6-15 41.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2-3 5.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-6 30.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   24 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?   10
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   12 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   6
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.6000 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, 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?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   No
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed, Increasing Block, Other
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
Catawba100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   2,417
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 952 0.0991 0 0.0000
Commercial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Industrial 120 0.2084 0 0.0000
Institutional 0 0.0000 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0023 MGD

Commercial and industrial meters are included in the same category in the City. Only 2 categories are tracked.

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 0.2951 May 0.3421 Sep 0.3477
Feb 0.3646 Jun 0.3729 Oct 0.4168
Mar 0.2871 Jul 0.3612 Nov 0.4340
Apr 0.3129 Aug 0.3766 Dec 0.2940

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
Conover 01-18-020 0.3504 365 0.5800 2020 Yes Yes 12 Regular

Regarding the difference between the average Monthly Withdrawals & Purchases and the average purchased from Conover, the total purchase was calculated by subtracting the amount sold to Shamrock Park as a pass-thru. Since Claremont is a direct read and billed system and no master meter is present, this is the most reliable method to determine actual supply.

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.2800 May 0.2942 Sep 0.2419
Feb 0.2227 Jun 0.2504 Oct 0.2387
Mar 0.2731 Jul 0.2844 Nov 0.2119
Apr 0.2825 Aug 0.3070 Dec 0.2275

How many sewer connections does this system have?   748
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   204
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No
Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0026549 WWTP 0.1000 0.1000 0.0000 Unnamed Tributary Catawba River (03-1)
NC0032662 WWTP 0.1000 0.1000 0.0746 North Catawba River (03-1)
NC0081370 WWTP 0.3000 0.3000 0.1853 McLin Creek Catawba River (03-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 2,417 2,490 2,564 2,641 2,721 2,802
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0991 0.1021 0.1052 0.1083 0.1116 0.1149
Commercial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Industrial 0.2084 0.2146 0.2211 0.2277 0.2345 0.2416
Institutional 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
System Process 0.0023 0.0023 0.0024 0.0025 0.0025 0.0026
Unaccounted-for 0.0396 0.0419 0.0431 0.0444 0.0458 0.0471
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 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800 0.5800
Service Area Demand 0.3494 0.3609 0.3718 0.3829 0.3944 0.4062
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) 0.3494 0.3609 0.3718 0.3829 0.3944 0.4062
Demand as Percent of Supply 60% 62% 64% 66% 68% 70%

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 41 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.