Mars Hill

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

Provisional

Water System Name: Mars Hill   PWSID: 01-58-010
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 368
Mars Hill, NC 28754		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Travis ShookTitle:ORC Water Plant
Phone:828-680-2112Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Jason Riddle Phone:828-206-2370
Mailing Address:
, 		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 4-8 25.00 %
Cast Iron 4-12 20.00 %
Ductile Iron 6-12 39.00 %
Galvanized Iron 1-2 3.00 %
Other 1-2 1.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 1.5-6 12.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   40 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?   50
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   20 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   3
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   1.5900 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?   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?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes
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
French Broad River (05-2)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Madison100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   3,150
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 949 0.0970 0 0.0000
Commercial 87 0.0230 0 0.0000
Industrial 2 0.0020 0 0.0000
Institutional 43 0.0560 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0100 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
Weaverville 01-11-025 0.1560 3 0.2000 2026 Yes No 8 Emergency

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 0.3800 May 0.2720 Sep 0.3100
Feb 0.3010 Jun 0.2720 Oct 0.3450
Mar 0.2900 Jul 0.2840 Nov 0.3100
Apr 0.3000 Aug 0.2800 Dec 0.2900

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
Big Laurel CreekCarter Cove R Carter Cove Reservoir 0.0000 0 0.0000 0.0780 SY20 2.0000
Big Laurel CreekPoplar Cove R Popular Cove Reservoir 0.2010 365 0.0000 0.6000 SY20 10.0000

* 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
Big Laurel CreekCarter Cove R Carter Cove Reservoir 0 Yes French Broad River (05-2) Madison Emergency
Big Laurel CreekPoplar Cove R Popular Cove Reservoir 1 Yes French Broad River (05-2) Madison 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 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
Weaverville 01-11-025 0.0000 0 0.2000 2026 Yes Yes 8 Emergency
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Mars Hill WTP 0.8000 Yes Yes Big Laurel Creek Reservoirs (2)
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 0.1690 May 0.0960 Sep 0.1600
Feb 0.1320 Jun 0.0730 Oct 0.1820
Mar 0.1230 Jul 0.1420 Nov 0.1740
Apr 0.1230 Aug 0.1360 Dec 0.1630

How many sewer connections does this system have?   857
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   177
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
NC0057151 WWTP 0.4250 0.4250 0.1300 Gabriels Creek French Broad River (05-2)
NC0083712 WTP 0.0000 0.0000 0.0127 Lagoon near Big Laurel Creek French Broad River (05-2)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 3,150 3,502 3,902 4,302 4,702 5,102
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0970 0.1250 0.1280 0.1310 0.1340 0.1370
Commercial 0.0230 0.0450 0.0450 0.0460 0.0460 0.0470
Industrial 0.0020 0.0320 0.0320 0.0340 0.0340 0.0360
Institutional 0.0560 0.0850 0.0850 0.0870 0.0870 0.0900
System Process 0.0100 0.0100 0.0100 0.0100 0.0200 0.0200
Unaccounted-for 0.0112 0.0217 0.0219 0.0225 0.0227 0.0233
Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Surface Water Supply 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000
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) 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000 0.6000
Service Area Demand 0.1992 0.3187 0.3219 0.3305 0.3437 0.3533
Sales 0.0013 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) 0.2005 0.3187 0.3219 0.3305 0.3437 0.3533
Demand as Percent of Supply 33% 53% 54% 55% 57% 59%

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 31 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.