Fairmont

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: Fairmont   PWSID: 03-78-025
Mailing Address:PO Box 248
Fairmont, NC 28340		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Ronnie SealsTitle:Public Works Director
Phone:910-628-0064Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Paul Langfield Phone:336-309-9363
Mailing Address:
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Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 2-12 23.00 %
Cast Iron 2-12 23.00 %
Ductile Iron 2-12 25.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 29.00 %
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?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   23
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   21 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?   1.1000 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.   Yes
Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Quarterly
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?   No
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
Robeson100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   2,837
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 875 0.1522 15 0.0014
Commercial 175 0.0560 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.)?   0.0137 MGD

Unaccounted for water use is still high at 20% of supply but is improved from 2023 at 38% and improvements are being scheduled. Still having SCADA issues, line breaks and meter change outs needed.

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 0.2730 May 0.2930 Sep 0.2560
Feb 0.3240 Jun 0.2790 Oct 0.2930
Mar 0.2860 Jul 0.2810 Nov 0.2530
Apr 0.2770 Aug 0.2950 Dec 0.2600

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
Gertrude-PO2 0.0860 366 0.3030 Regular
Marion Stage-PO1 0.0840 366 0.4390 Regular
Morro-PO3 0.1080 366 0.6570 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
Gertrude-PO2 280 158 158 172 8 0 Yes
Marion Stage-PO1 275 160 160 166 8 0 Yes
Morro-PO3 256 144 144 244 10 0 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Annually
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 1.3000 May 0.8700 Sep 1.2110
Feb 1.0600 Jun 0.5720 Oct 0.8670
Mar 1.3520 Jul 0.8030 Nov 0.6320
Apr 1.0310 Aug 1.6490 Dec 0.6290

How many sewer connections does this system have?   1,487
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   3
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
NC0086550 WWTP 1.7500 1.7500 1.0000 2.8000 Lumber River Lumber River (09-1)
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Boardman 04-24-075 Receiving 0.0049 366 0.3350
Cerro Gordo 04-24-055 Receiving 0.0069 366 0.3350
Town of Fair Bluff 02-24-030 Receiving 0.0150 366 0.3350

Fairmont receives wastewater from Fair Bluff and Cerro Gordo through Boardman.

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 2,837 3,072 3,393 3,711 4,059 4,439
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1536 0.1648 0.1820 0.1990 0.2176 0.2379
Commercial 0.0560 0.0606 0.0670 0.0732 0.0801 0.0875
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 0.0137 0.0137 0.0137 0.0137 0.0137 0.0137
Unaccounted-for 0.0547 0.0586 0.0644 0.0700 0.0763 0.0831
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 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990
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) 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990 1.3990
Service Area Demand 0.2780 0.2977 0.3271 0.3559 0.3877 0.4222
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) 0.2780 0.2977 0.3271 0.3559 0.3877 0.4222
Demand as Percent of Supply 20% 21% 23% 25% 28% 30%

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 54 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.