Franklin

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: Franklin   PWSID: 01-57-010
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 1479
Franklin, NC 28744		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Bill DealTitle:Public Works Director
Phone:828-524-2516Cell/Mobile:828-421-0103
 
Secondary Contact:Rusty Cortopassi Phone:828-524-2516
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 1479
Franklin, NC 28744		Cell/Mobile:828-371-8612
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-24 21.22 %
Ductile Iron 6-16 25.78 %
Galvanized Iron 2 0.10 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 52.90 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   89 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   4,130 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   78
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   19 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   37
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   2.7500 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, As Needed
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?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes

Sewerin Leak detection equipment

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed, 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?   No

We are in a rural area. Too far away to interconnect with any other municipalities

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Little Tennessee River (07-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Macon100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   6,525
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 3,040 0.3250 0 0.0000
Commercial 765 0.4840 8 0.0100
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.)?   0.1800 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 1.2630 1.6370 May 1.1800 1.6640 Sep 1.1360 1.4860
Feb 1.1700 1.3260 Jun 1.1770 1.5390 Oct 1.1160 1.2890
Mar 1.0960 1.2240 Jul 1.1670 1.3010 Nov 1.0470 1.1780
Apr 1.1280 1.2410 Aug 1.1980 1.4510 Dec 1.0770 1.5870

Surface Water Sources
Stream Reservoir Average Daily Withdrawal Maximum Day
Withdrawal (MGD)		 Available Raw
Water Supply		 Usable On-Stream
Raw Water Supply
Storage (MG)
MGD Days Used MGD * Qualifier
Cartoogechaye Creek N/A 1.1400 366 0.0000 3.1000 F 0.0000

* Qualifier: C=Contract Amount, SY20=20-year Safe Yield, SY50=50-year Safe Yield, F=20% of 7Q10 or other instream flow requirement, CUA=Capacity Use Area Permit

Surface Water Sources (continued)
Stream Reservoir Drainage Area
(sq mi)		 Metered? Sub-Basin County Year
Offline		 Use
Type
Cartoogechaye Creek N/A 46 Yes Little Tennessee River (07-1) Macon Regular
What is this system's off-stream raw water supply storage capacity?   0 Million gallons
Are surface water sources monitored?   Yes, Daily
Are you required to maintain minimum flows downstream of its intake or dam?   No
Does this system anticipate transferring surface water between river basins?   No
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Franklin Water Plant 2.0000 Yes Yes Cartoogechaye Creek
Did average daily water production exceed 80% of approved plant capacity for five consecutive days during 2024?  No
     If yes, was any water conservation implemented?  
Did average daily water production exceed 90% of approved plant capacity for five consecutive days during 2024?  No
     If yes, was any water conservation implemented?  
Are peak day demands expected to exceed the water treatment plant capacity in the next 10 years?  No

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.9910 May 0.8085 Sep 0.8750
Feb 0.7826 Jun 0.6993 Oct 0.7366
Mar 0.9565 Jul 0.6761 Nov 0.7204
Apr 0.7942 Aug 0.6535 Dec 0.7832

How many sewer connections does this system have?   2,453
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   1,063
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
NC0021547 WWTP 1.6500 1.6500 0.7898 2.7340 Little Tennessee River Little Tennessee River (07-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 6,525 7,896 8,844 9,906 11,095 13,314
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.3250 0.3584 0.4014 0.4495 0.5034 0.5638
Commercial 0.4940 0.5141 0.5758 0.6449 0.7222 0.8088
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 0.1800 0.2022 0.2265 0.2536 0.3182 0.3564
Unaccounted-for 0.1410 0.1075 0.1204 0.1348 0.1544 0.1729
Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Surface Water Supply 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000
Ground Water Supply 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
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) 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000 3.1000
Service Area Demand 1.1400 1.1822 1.3241 1.4828 1.6982 1.9019
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) 1.1400 1.1822 1.3241 1.4828 1.6982 1.9019
Demand as Percent of Supply 37% 38% 43% 48% 55% 61%

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 50 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.