Brevard

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: Brevard   PWSID: 01-88-010
Mailing Address:95 West Main Street
Brevard, NC 28712		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Dennis RichardsonTitle:Water Plant Superintendent
Phone:828-884-2770Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6 0.40 %
Cast Iron 4-8 17.00 %
Ductile Iron 4-18 76.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2 1.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2 5.60 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   86 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   1,200 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   200 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   29
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   23 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   117
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   3.0000 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

The leak detection program consist of following: Investigation and verification of customer initiated notification of leaks. This also includes notification from other municipal divisions that routinely operate within the city's distribution area such as sanitation route employees, meter readers, and Police Dept. personnel. Geophones and high sensitivity audio receivers are used to detect the existence and location of leaks. Use of SCADA to verify and confirm daily tank levels. Rate of flow from water plant is also used as a leak indicator. Thermal imaging from a drone has been used tp look for possible leaks also.

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

Brevard and Rosman have a n emergency interconnection in progress. Should be ready later in 2025.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
French Broad River (05-2)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Transylvania100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   11,336
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 3,822 0.3536 0 0.0000
Commercial 625 0.2090 0 0.0000
Industrial 2 0.0602 0 0.0000
Institutional 113 0.1246 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0720 MGD

Institutional demand was adjusted from 0.1786 MGD to an estimate of 0.1246 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 1.5340 1.8310 May 1.6080 1.9560 Sep 1.6450 2.2840
Feb 1.5430 1.5910 Jun 1.6830 1.9300 Oct 1.7220 2.3420
Mar 1.5240 1.7200 Jul 1.7160 1.9970 Nov 1.6330 1.9330
Apr 1.5730 1.7750 Aug 1.6670 1.8610 Dec 1.5530 1.8860

High max days for Sept. and Oct. are results of running extra to catch up from being shutdown during Hurricane Helene.

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
Catheys Creek none 1.6400 366 2.3420 2.6000 SY20 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
Catheys Creek none 12 Yes French Broad River (05-2) Transylvania 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
Brevard Water Plant 2.6000 Yes Yes Catheys 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 2.7470 May 1.9440 Sep 1.8950
Feb 1.9500 Jun 1.2270 Oct 1.4530
Mar 2.1380 Jul 1.3760 Nov 1.1240
Apr 1.4870 Aug 1.3160 Dec 1.8710

How many sewer connections does this system have?   3,803
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   671
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   Yes

The city is currently seeking funding to expand capacity of the wwtp. An engineering group is doing a study now.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0044784 WTP 0.0000 0.2750 0.0620 0.2410 Catheys Creek French Broad River (05-2)
NC0060534 WWTP 2.5000 2.5000 1.6490 8.0000 French Broad River French Broad River (05-2)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 11,336 12,250 13,500 14,750 16,000 17,500
Seasonal Population 0 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 4,000
 
Residential 0.3536 0.4043 0.4455 0.4868 0.5280 0.5775
Commercial 0.2090 0.2179 0.2337 0.2506 0.2687 0.2881
Industrial 0.0602 0.0639 0.0706 0.0780 0.0861 0.0951
Institutional 0.1246 0.1323 0.1461 0.1614 0.1783 0.1969
System Process 0.0720 0.0764 0.0844 0.0933 0.1030 0.1138
Unaccounted-for 0.8206 0.7937 0.8694 0.9490 1.0323 1.1279
Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Surface Water Supply 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000
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) 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000 2.6000
Service Area Demand 1.6400 1.6885 1.8497 2.0191 2.1964 2.3993
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) 1.6400 1.6885 1.8497 2.0191 2.1964 2.3993
Demand as Percent of Supply 63% 65% 71% 78% 84% 92%

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.    

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.