Old Fort

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: Old Fort   PWSID: 01-56-025
Mailing Address:38 Catawba Ave
Old Fort, NC 28762		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Gail TurnerTitle:Clerk
Phone:828-668-4424Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Cast Iron 3-10 39.00 %
Ductile Iron 4-12 20.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2-3 14.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-10 27.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   13 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   1,400 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   30
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   24 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?   0.7000 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.   Yes

Boiled was issued due to Hurricane Helen.

Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   No
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?   Yes

We use NCRWA on an as needed basis.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed, 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
McDowell100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   1,700
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 630 0.0589 0 0.0000
Commercial 62 0.0157 0 0.0000
Industrial 20 0.0445 0 0.0000
Institutional 18 0.0250 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0250 MGD

Due to Hurricane Helen, accountable water is less than previous years. Industrial is considerable higher due to increases production in their operations.
Approximately 40 structures were destroyed during this event and many of the services were destroyed. This contributed to a large amount water loss while personnel could find the connection and properly cut off service. Currently there are approximately 30 sites where the meter has not been located.
We are currently working with NC DWI and NCRWA to help located these services.

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 0.4553 May 0.4597 Sep 0.2891
Feb 0.3560 Jun 0.4778 Oct 0.3215
Mar 0.4338 Jul 0.3753 Nov 0.3344
Apr 0.4615 Aug 0.3785 Dec 0.4503

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
10 0.1825 122 0.0840 Regular
2 0.4040 179 0.2020 Regular
5 0.4210 88 0.2300 Regular
9 0.2410 59 0.1290 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
10 305 90 0 0 8 280 Yes
2 403 26 0 0 8 380 Yes
5 508 100 0 0 8 480 Yes
9 407 119 0 0 8 380 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No, As Needed
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   No

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.1610 May 0.1520 Sep 0.5600
Feb 0.1750 Jun 0.1290 Oct 0.1150
Mar 0.1280 Jul 0.1310 Nov 0.1000
Apr 0.1380 Aug 0.1260 Dec 0.1100

How many sewer connections does this system have?   484
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   262
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

September high flow is directly contributed to Hurricane Helene, and November and December is a lower flow because of over 40 structures being destroyed in the storm event.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0021229 WWTP 0.9000 0.9000 0.0918 0.5000 Curtis Creek Catawba River (03-1)
WQ0011260 WWTP 0.0000 0.0000 0.1000 Land Application / non-dischar Catawba River (03-1)
WQCS00139 CS 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 COLLECTION SYSTEM / NON-DISCHA Catawba River (03-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,700 1,841 2,033 2,224 2,432 2,660
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0589 0.0637 0.0703 0.0768 0.0839 0.0917
Commercial 0.0157 0.0169 0.0187 0.0204 0.0223 0.0244
Industrial 0.0445 0.0445 0.0445 0.0445 0.0445 0.0445
Institutional 0.0250 0.0213 0.0238 0.0260 0.0284 0.0311
System Process 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250
Unaccounted-for 0.2294 0.2338 0.2479 0.2613 0.2760 0.2922
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 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450
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) 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450
Service Area Demand 0.3985 0.4052 0.4302 0.4540 0.4801 0.5089
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) 0.3985 0.4052 0.4302 0.4540 0.4801 0.5089
Demand as Percent of Supply 62% 63% 67% 70% 74% 79%

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 35 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?   No Changes.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   No Changes.

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.