Bolton, Town of

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: Bolton, Town of   PWSID: 04-24-050
Mailing Address:PO Box 327
Bolton, NC 28423		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Leonard HallTitle:Contract ORC
Phone:910-655-8945Cell/Mobile:910-622-6932
 
Secondary Contact:John Malone (NCRWA) Phone:336-780-0786
Mailing Address:
, 		Cell/Mobile:336-780-0786
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 2-8 20.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-8 80.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   11 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?   0
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   1 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?   0.1000 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.   No

All meters were replaced in 2023.

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?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   No

NCRWA provides leak detection on an as needed basis.

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

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Waccamaw River (09-3)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Columbus100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   692
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 262 0.0268 0 0.0000
Commercial 2 0.0003 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.)?   0.0110 MGD

All active customer meters were replaced in 2023. New Billing Software was utilized beginning in March of 2024. Prior to software change meter reads were estimated, meter reads began after software conversion. Estimated use calculations may not reflect actual consumption during the 1st & 2nd quarters of 2024. The unaccounted-for water is expected to drop next year with a full year of working customer meters and planned water distribution system improvements.

Process water use is estimated.

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 0.0645 0.1010 May 0.0611 0.0890 Sep 0.0670 0.0920
Feb 0.0602 0.0870 Jun 0.0633 0.0910 Oct 0.0627 0.0860
Mar 0.0544 0.0820 Jul 0.0647 0.1190 Nov 0.0695 0.0890
Apr 0.0729 0.0800 Aug 0.0775 0.1140 Dec 0.0573 0.0820

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 0.0635 57 0.101 0.2000 Regular
Well #2 0.0650 308 0.119 0.2000 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 #1 385 365 10 100 Yes
Well #2 385 365 10 100 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Daily
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes

The Town of Bolton has an approved well head protection plan (#147) dated 9/30/2015.

Well #1 is in process of being replaced on-site due to screen / casing failure. (May 2025)

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0313 May 0.0255 Sep 0.0322
Feb 0.0282 Jun 0.0245 Oct 0.0285
Mar 0.0297 Jul 0.0273 Nov 0.0302
Apr 0.0297 Aug 0.0369 Dec 0.0290

How many sewer connections does this system have?   246
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   18
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

The town has no wastewater treatment facilities. All wastewater is pumped to Town of Whiteville for treatment.

Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
City of Whiteville 04-24-010 Discharging 0.0295 366 0.1200

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 692 712 750 790 833 877
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0268 0.0276 0.0290 0.0305 0.0321 0.0338
Commercial 0.0003 0.0035 0.0036 0.0038 0.0040 0.0042
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 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110 0.0110
Unaccounted-for 0.0265 0.0293 0.0303 0.0315 0.0328 0.0341

A negative growth rate was projected for the Town in the 2023 LWSP. In 2024 the Town added several new connections increasing its population by about 0.578%. Additional growth is expected with a new residential area planned in the next few years. Actual connections are not yet known.

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 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000
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) 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000 0.4000
Service Area Demand 0.0646 0.0714 0.0739 0.0768 0.0799 0.0831
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) 0.0646 0.0714 0.0739 0.0768 0.0799 0.0831
Demand as Percent of Supply 16% 18% 18% 19% 20% 21%

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 39 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?   None - Well #1 replacement is not listed as a future source because it is a direct replacement on-site and is not expected to increase capacity.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   N/A

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:   None.

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.