North River/ Mill Creek Water System

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: North River/ Mill Creek Water System   PWSID: 04-16-197
Mailing Address:PO Drawer 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224		Ownership:Business
 
Contact Person:Jill StricklerTitle:Water Resources Specialist
Phone:919-723-6845Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 6-12 3.20 %
Other 6-8 2.30 %
Other 15 1.10 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-10 93.40 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   56 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2024?   240 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2024?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2024?   15
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   24 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?   0.6000 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, Quarterly
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, Monthly
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
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed, 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?   Yes

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
White Oak River (17-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Carteret100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   3,246
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 1,238 0.1152 0 0.0000
Commercial 10 0.0023 0 0.0000
Industrial 36 0.0055 0 0.0000
Institutional 21 0.0031 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0450 MGD

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
Craven County 04-25-055 0.0000 0 0.0000 2050 No Yes 6 Emergency
Town of Beaufort 04-16-010 0.0137 366 0.0200 2050 Yes Yes 8 Regular

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 0.1929 0.3490 May 0.2348 0.3290 Sep 0.2661 0.3530
Feb 0.1987 0.2639 Jun 0.2639 0.3582 Oct 0.2523 0.3070
Mar 0.2236 0.6104 Jul 0.2762 0.3580 Nov 0.2381 0.3520
Apr 0.2026 0.3069 Aug 0.2681 0.3310 Dec 0.1962 0.2740

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
1 0.1150 364 0.298 0.3456 CUA0 Regular
2 0.1196 366 0.312 0.3312 CUA0 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
1 418 369 408 10 86 Yes
2 405 375 395 10 86 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Monthly
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
Craven County 04-25-055 0.0000 0 0.0000 2050 Yes Yes 6 Emergency
Town of Beaufort 04-16-010 0.0000 0 0.0000 2050 Yes Yes 6 Emergency
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
North River/ Mill Creek 0.6760 Yes Yes Castle Hayne
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?  No
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?  No
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 0.0040 May 0.0050 Sep 0.0050
Feb 0.0030 Jun 0.0050 Oct 0.0050
Mar 0.0050 Jul 0.0050 Nov 0.0060
Apr 0.0040 Aug 0.0050 Dec 0.0050

How many sewer connections does this system have?   0
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   1,200
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

Approximately 43 connections on our system are served by the Town of Beaufort sewer system.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0086975 WTP 0.0200 0.0200 0.0048 0.0530 Felton Creek White Oak River (17-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 3,246 3,306 3,366 3,426 3,486 3,500
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1152 0.1220 0.1220 0.1220 0.1225 0.1225
Commercial 0.0023 0.0023 0.0023 0.0024 0.0025 0.0025
Industrial 0.0055 0.0055 0.0055 0.0056 0.0056 0.0057
Institutional 0.0031 0.0031 0.0031 0.0032 0.0032 0.0033
System Process 0.0450 0.0450 0.0450 0.0500 0.0550 0.0570
Unaccounted-for 0.0492 0.0247 0.0254 0.0261 0.0265 0.0265
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 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768
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) 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768 0.6768
Service Area Demand 0.2203 0.2026 0.2033 0.2093 0.2153 0.2175
Sales 0.0137 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 0.2340 0.2226 0.2233 0.2293 0.2353 0.2375
Demand as Percent of Supply 35% 33% 33% 34% 35% 35%

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 35 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.    We conduct annual AWWA audits. Both our annual Consumer Confidence Reports and our website are used to promote conservation. We've also established a Water Efficiency Rebate Program for water conservation.

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   The installation of more efficient home appliances and increased water conservation awareness should result in a reduction of per capita usage.

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   We could seek to optimize the production of our two high yielding wells.

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

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.