Fairfield Sapphire

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

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Water System Name: Fairfield Sapphire   PWSID: 01-50-113
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224		Ownership:Business
 
Contact Person:Harshna PatelTitle:Water Quality Coordinator
Phone:704-608-4974Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 2-12 19.73 %
Other 1.5-2 0.14 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 80.13 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   67 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   155 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   13
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   9 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   19
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.7660 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?   No
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

Leak detectors are utilized as needed. Contracted company carried out leak study and several high water loss leaks were found and repaired in Dec 2024. During Hurricane Helene (Oct2024) a significant was loss was reported due to watermain/ services lines and storage tank overflow leaks. FYI, a bad leak found in swampy area was repaired in Jan 2025. There was a huge water loss due to the leak.
The company's water accountability program tracks pumpage, known water loss (from system processes, identified leaks, etc.) and water sold to determine monthly unaccounted for water loss. The installed AMR meters data helps to monitor and analyze usage, troubleshoot issues like leaks in timely manner. This assist in decreasing of non-revenue water.

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

There are no water systems nearby to establish an interconnect.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Savannah River (08-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Jackson90 %
Transylvania10 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   3,856
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

Population is based on the water connections (less irrigation) multiplied by 2.17, the average persons per household in Jackson County, NC per the
US Census Bureau for 2019-2023.

Approximately 50% of the residents live in the area year round. Peak months being holiday times and during summer months. However, because all
customers are charged at least a base charge each month of the year, it is difficult to calculate a seasonal population.

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 1,739 0.1295 0 0.0000
Commercial 57 0.0235 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 0 0.0000 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0443 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 0.3889 0.5976 May 0.3598 0.4314 Sep 0.5899 0.7149
Feb 0.3449 0.4700 Jun 0.4909 0.6066 Oct 0.5873 0.7219
Mar 0.3344 0.3979 Jul 0.6000 0.7331 Nov 0.5963 0.7348
Apr 0.3648 0.4642 Aug 0.5899 0.6780 Dec 0.5744 0.7527

Ground Water Sources
Name or Number Average Daily Withdrawal (MGD) Max Day Withdrawal (MGD) 12-Hour Supply
(MGD)		 CUA Reduction Year Offline Use Type
MGD Days Used
Well #1 0.0536 362 0.1253 0.0400 Regular
Well #10 0.0173 309 0.0288 0.0250 Regular
Well #12 0.0727 366 0.1148 0.0580 Regular
Well #2 0.0841 366 0.175 0.0920 Regular
Well #3 0.0577 365 0.1099 0.0610 Regular
Well #4 0.0590 365 0.1167 0.0650 Regular
Well #5 0.0296 15 0.0434 0.0490 Regular
Well #6 0.0000 0 0 0.0430 Regular
Well #7 0.0560 363 0.1109 0.0480 Regular
Well #8 0.0889 362 0.1898 0.1220 Regular
Well #9 0.0000 0 0 0.0500 Regular
Ground Water Sources (continued)
Name or Number Well Depth (Feet) Casing Depth
(Feet)		 Screen Depth (Feet) Well Diameter (Inches) Pump Intake Depth (Feet) Metered?
Top Bottom
Well #1 Yes
Well #10 900 56 6 537 Yes
Well #12 750 68 8 357 Yes
Well #2 Yes
Well #3 Yes
Well #4 Yes
Well #5 Yes
Well #6 Yes
Well #7 Yes
Well #8 585 50 384 Yes
Well #9 505 441 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, As Needed
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.1771 May 0.0956 Sep 0.1056
Feb 0.1761 Jun 0.1205 Oct 0.0897
Mar 0.1089 Jul 0.1443 Nov 0.0898
Apr 0.0983 Aug 0.1142 Dec 0.1091

How many sewer connections does this system have?   808
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   969
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

We plan to expand the wastewater treatment plant to the permitted capacity of 0.80 mgd when needed for system expansion.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0022985 WWTP 0.8000 0.3000 0.1191 0.4480 Trays Island Creek Savannah River (08-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 3,856 3,986 4,203 4,203 4,203 4,203
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1295 0.1401 0.1476 0.1476 0.1476 0.1476
Commercial 0.0235 0.0221 0.0233 0.0233 0.0233 0.0233
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
System Process 0.0443 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200
Unaccounted-for 0.2882 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000
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 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530
Purchases 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530 0.6530
Service Area Demand 0.4855 0.3822 0.3909 0.3909 0.3909 0.3909
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) 0.4855 0.3822 0.3909 0.3909 0.3909 0.3909
Demand as Percent of Supply 74% 59% 60% 60% 60% 60%

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 34 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 Change

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   Continue to implement water loss detection services within the distribution system. Company has allocated budgetary resources for professional services related to water loss detection within the distribution system. We will continue to use the annual Consumer Confidence Report and our website to promote water conservation and Water Efficiency Rebate Program. AMR meters installed helps in troubleshooting non-revenue issues.

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   Well 13, 68 GPM is available for use and are seeking future well sites to develop in the system.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   We would pursue engineering design and state approval for any changes to our water supply.

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.