Saluda

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: Saluda   PWSID: 01-75-020
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 248
Saluda, NC 28773		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Brian BroomTitle:Finance Officer
Phone:828-749-2581Cell/Mobile:ext-105-
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Cast Iron 6-8 70.00 %
Cast Iron 10-12 5.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2 5.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 4 15.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2 5.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   18 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   200 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   100 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   24
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   25 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   4
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.3300 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?   Yes

NC Rural Water Leak Detection Program

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

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Broad River (01-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Polk95 %
Henderson5 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   1,280
What was the seasonal population and months served in 2024? (if applicable)   2,500 ( May Jun Jul Aug )
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

Population for 2024 estimated at 1420 = 1280 + 140, where 1280 is the 2023 population and 140 is the additional population in 2024. The additional population in 2024 = 2.0 (avg. residential people per metered connection in 2023)*70 (number of additional residential metered connections in 2024).

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 734 0.0680 0 0.0000
Commercial 61 0.0180 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.)?   0.0003 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 0.1530 0.1530 May 0.1160 0.1160 Sep 0.1250 0.1250
Feb 0.1220 0.1220 Jun 0.1430 0.1430 Oct 0.1520 0.1520
Mar 0.1100 0.1100 Jul 0.1490 0.1490 Nov 0.1120 0.1120
Apr 0.1080 0.1080 Aug 0.1390 0.1390 Dec 0.1140 0.1140

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
Hendersonville 01-45-010 0.1290 365 0.2000 2028 Yes Yes 12 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0754 May 0.0573 Sep 0.1397
Feb 0.0547 Jun 0.0495 Oct 0.0801
Mar 0.0737 Jul 0.0539 Nov 0.0588
Apr 0.0514 Aug 0.0482 Dec 0.0617

How many sewer connections does this system have?   402
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   320
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   Yes

With the MRF Agreement to be finalized in 2026 with the City of Hendersonville there are plans to upgrade the WWTP in 2027

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0028975 WWTP 0.1000 0.1000 0.0670 0.8000 Joels Creek Broad River (01-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,280 1,400 1,400 1,400 1,400 1,400
Seasonal Population 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500 2,500
 
Residential 0.0680 0.0560 0.0580 0.0580 0.0580 0.0580
Commercial 0.0180 0.0140 0.0140 0.0140 0.0140 0.0140
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 0.0003 0.0011 0.0011 0.0011 0.0011 0.0011
Unaccounted-for 0.0423 0.0348 0.0358 0.0358 0.0358 0.0358
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 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000
Service Area Demand 0.1286 0.1059 0.1089 0.1089 0.1089 0.1089
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) 0.1286 0.1059 0.1089 0.1089 0.1089 0.1089
Demand as Percent of Supply 64% 53% 54% 54% 54% 54%

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 53 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, Hendersonville's Water System can meet our needs

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   We are in the middle of a MRF Review with the City Of Hendersonville and anticipate the completion of the review by January 2026

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   We will follow the recommendations from the MRF

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   We will follow the recommendations from the MRF

Additional Information

Has this system participated in regional water supply or water use planning?  Yes, Yes, we participate in the Regional Water and Sewer Advisory Council with the City of Hendersonville and Henderson County

What major water supply reports or studies were used for planning?  City of Hendersonville's Annual Report and the AIA Report

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:   Long term solutions for the city of Saluda's water and sewer needs will be determined by the results of the MRF agreement with the City of Hendersonville.

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.