Connestee Falls

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

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Water System Name: Connestee Falls   PWSID: 01-88-104
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224		Ownership:Business
 
Contact Person:Harshna PatelTitle:Water Quality Coordinator
Phone:704-608-4974Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 6-8 1.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-8 99.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   46 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   300 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   5
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   5 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   1
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.5500 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

Miles revised from previously reported.

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?   No
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

Listening to valves to isolate leaks conducted often through out the system. In 2024 several leaks were found and repaired.
With the AMR meters installed, possible leaks can be detected and addresses early before they become serious, and costly. The company's water accountability program tracks pumpage, known water loss (from system processes, identified leaks, etc.) and water sold to determine monthly unaccounted for water loss.

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

Sherwood Forest, a groundwater system owned and operated by Carolina Water Service of NC, is nearby but does not have sufficient production to supply Connestee Falls. The Town of Brevard is the closest municipality (approximately 7 miles away) but the cost of running water lines to Connestee Falls prohibits them from supplying the system.

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?   3,256
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

Population is determined by multiplying the number of water connections (less irrigation) by 2.20. 2019-2023 U.S census data lists as the persons per household for Transylvania County, NC.

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 1,462 0.1025 0 0.0000
Commercial 19 0.0043 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.)?   0.0177 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 0.2369 0.3473 May 0.2097 0.2839 Sep 0.2331 0.3167
Feb 0.1958 0.2276 Jun 0.2455 0.3295 Oct 0.2525 0.4701
Mar 0.2105 0.3406 Jul 0.2608 0.3611 Nov 0.2446 0.5202
Apr 0.1976 0.3076 Aug 0.2585 0.4036 Dec 0.2535 0.3567

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
Well #1 0.0000 0 0 0.0470 Regular
Well #10 0.0120 360 0.0218 0.0190 Regular
Well #11 0.0130 223 0.0215 0.0220 Regular
Well #2 0.0569 298 0.196 0.0840 Regular
Well #4 0.0546 343 0.1745 0.0950 Regular
Well #5 0.0149 357 0.0506 0.0300 Regular
Well #7 0.0307 358 0.0678 0.0490 Regular
Well #8 0.0476 261 0.1576 0.0940 Regular
Well #9 0.0622 222 0.1875 0.0900 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
Well #1 760 50 6 635 Yes
Well #10 770 50 8 420 Yes
Well #11 1005 54 8 538 Yes
Well #2 215 84 8 168 Yes
Well #4 185 55 8 147 Yes
Well #5 220 30 8 189 Yes
Well #7 860 52 8 798 Yes
Well #8 840 52 8 798 Yes
Well #9 840 52 8 798 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, As Needed
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.2507 May 0.2133 Sep 0.1995
Feb 0.2186 Jun 0.2097 Oct 0.2039
Mar 0.2315 Jul 0.2136 Nov 0.1977
Apr 0.2179 Aug 0.2058 Dec 0.2163

How many sewer connections does this system have?   1,060
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   426
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

The system has 1054 water/sewer connections and 6 sewer only connections. 427 water only connections, one is for irrigation.
Wastewater Treatment Plant #1: The plant has an allowed expansion to 0.46 mgd.
Wastewater Treatment Plant #2: The plant is permitted at 0.020 mgd, with an allowed expansion to 0.066 mgd. Expansion within the next 10 years depends upon future development in the system, and the resulting increased demand.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0024295 WWTP 0.4600 0.3600 0.2064 0.7800 French Broad River French Broad River (05-2)
NC0088943 WWTP 0.0660 0.0200 0.0085 0.0480 Lower Creek French Broad River (05-2)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 3,256 3,392 3,688 3,938 4,188 4,438
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1025 0.1129 0.1211 0.1293 0.1375 0.1457
Commercial 0.0043 0.0046 0.0049 0.0052 0.0056 0.0059
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 0.0177 0.0177 0.0177 0.0177 0.0177 0.0177
Unaccounted-for 0.1090 0.1184 0.1258 0.1333 0.1408 0.1482
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 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300
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) 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300 0.5300
Service Area Demand 0.2335 0.2536 0.2695 0.2855 0.3016 0.3175
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) 0.2335 0.2536 0.2695 0.2855 0.3016 0.3175
Demand as Percent of Supply 44% 48% 51% 54% 57% 60%

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?   Continue to implement water loss detection services within the distribution system. Company has allocated budgetary resources for professional services related to water loss detection within the distribution system.

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   Continue periodic review of the water demand at Connestee Falls to identify in conjunction with system growth and/ or demand changes. These actions will help to ensure timely planning and execution of system expansions/improvements as needed.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   We would pursue engineering design and state approval for any changes to our water supply.

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.