Bladenboro

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: Bladenboro   PWSID: 03-09-015
Mailing Address:PO Box 455
Bladenboro, NC 28320		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Randy CoatsTitle:Public Works Director
Phone:910-863-3738Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Paul Langfield Phone:--
Mailing Address:
, 		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-8 35.00 %
Cast Iron 6-8 20.00 %
Ductile Iron 6-8 15.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 30.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   21 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?   1,128
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   29 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   0
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.2000 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, As Needed
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, As Needed
Does this system have a cross-connection program?   No
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

We use NCRWA on an as needed basis.

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
Lumber River (09-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Bladen100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   1,648
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 1,063 0.1168 0 0.0000
Commercial 2 0.0030 0 0.0000
Industrial 10 0.0180 0 0.0000
Institutional 9 0.0100 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0250 MGD

New meters were installed in 2024. An audit of their billing system was also upgraded to identify correct accounts. As a result, residential accounts increased and commercial accounts decreased. The total connections are 1083.

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
Bladen Co 03-09-055 0.0000 0 0.5000 2029 Yes Yes 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 0.2627 May 0.2016 Sep 0.1928
Feb 0.2071 Jun 0.2060 Oct 0.2003
Mar 0.2165 Jul 0.1660 Nov 0.1880
Apr 0.2178 Aug 0.1693 Dec 0.1914

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
Bridger 9 0.0296 307 0.1250 Regular
Bullard 7 0.0890 345 0.3650 Regular
White 8 0.0981 342 0.2460 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
Bridger 9 150 130 130 150 10 150 Yes
Bullard 7 350 110 110 130 12 0 Yes
White 8 350 85 85 105 12 0 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, As Needed
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes
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
Bladen Co 03-09-055 0.3480 1 0.5000 2029 Yes Yes 8 Emergency

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.2653 May 0.2164 Sep 0.2884
Feb 0.2193 Jun 0.1438 Oct 0.1987
Mar 0.2178 Jul 0.1797 Nov 0.1650
Apr 0.2054 Aug 0.3679 Dec 0.1664

How many sewer connections does this system have?   970
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   108
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
NC0026352 WWTP 0.5000 0.5000 0.2195 0.7000 Bryant Swamp Lumber River (09-1)
WQ0021311 CS 0.1770 0.2000 0.0000 Land Application Lumber River (09-1)

approximately 0.2000 MGD was land applied in 2022 per permit WQ0021311.

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,648 1,785 1,971 2,156 2,358 2,579
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1168 0.1264 0.1396 0.1526 0.1668 0.1824
Commercial 0.0030 0.0033 0.0036 0.0039 0.0043 0.0047
Industrial 0.0180 0.0180 0.0180 0.0180 0.0180 0.0180
Institutional 0.0100 0.0108 0.0120 0.0131 0.0143 0.0156
System Process 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250
Unaccounted-for 0.0285 0.0300 0.0300 0.0300 0.0300 0.0300
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 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360
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) 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360 0.7360
Service Area Demand 0.2013 0.2135 0.2282 0.2426 0.2584 0.2757
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) 0.2013 0.2135 0.2282 0.2426 0.2584 0.2757
Demand as Percent of Supply 27% 29% 31% 33% 35% 37%

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 71 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.