Columbus County Water Districts

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: Columbus County Water Districts   PWSID: 04-24-060
Mailing Address:205 Lee Avenue
Whiteville, NC 28472		Ownership:County
 
Contact Person:Harold NoblesTitle:Public Utilities Director
Phone:910-642-2828Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Amanda Davis Phone:910-642-2828
Mailing Address:205 Lee Avenue
Whiteville, NC 28472		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 6-8 3.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-10 97.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   437 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?   6
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   10 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?   1.8500 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, Monthly
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?   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?   Yes

We use NCRWA for leak detection as needed.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed
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

Water can be utilized from two different purchase water sources, Columbus County Water Districts (NC0424060) and Robeson County Water System (NC0378055)

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Lumber River (09-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Columbus100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   15,600
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 6,632 0.7810 0 0.0000
Commercial 144 0.2602 0 0.0000
Industrial 11 0.0250 0 0.0000
Institutional 124 0.0310 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0250 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
Boardman 04-24-075 0.0086 366 Yes Yes 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 1.1830 May 1.5140 Sep 1.2260
Feb 1.4680 Jun 1.1450 Oct 1.0970
Mar 1.3170 Jul 1.6160 Nov 1.1130
Apr 1.4880 Aug 1.4590 Dec 1.1740

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
Hwy 242 well 1 (Haynes) 0.2628 366 0.4320 Regular
Lakeland Circle well 1 (Honey) 0.0061 366 0.0504 Regular
Lakeland Circle well 3 (Potts) 0.0188 366 0.1706 Regular
Well 1 Old Lake Rd 0.1369 366 0.1584 Regular
Well 1 Page Road 0.1261 366 0.5400 Regular
Well 2 Industrial Blvd 0.2995 366 0.5040 Regular
Well 2 Sandman Lane 0.1944 366 0.1800 Regular
Well 2 Silverspoon 0.1084 366 0.2880 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
Hwy 242 well 1 (Haynes) 259 135 135 250 10 120 Yes
Lakeland Circle well 1 (Honey) 189 6 147 Yes
Lakeland Circle well 3 (Potts) 200 6 147 Yes
Well 1 Old Lake Rd 265 195 195 255 8 180 Yes
Well 1 Page Road 340 120 202 330 16 150 Yes
Well 2 Industrial Blvd 300 152 152 292 10 140 Yes
Well 2 Sandman Lane 258 58 188 248 8 185 Yes
Well 2 Silverspoon 122 82 82 112 8 100 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes,
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
Tabor City 04-24-015 0.1779 366 0.3000 2034 No Yes 2-8 Regular

Purchase calculated from Tabor City Billing records.Billing records were checked to confirm 0.1779 MGD purchased from Tabor City in 2024. Purchased water supplies two prisons, in addition to customers on Carolina Road, Willoughby Road, and Swamp Fox Hwy West.

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0075 May 0.0101 Sep 0.0139
Feb 0.0092 Jun 0.0111 Oct 0.0177
Mar 0.0082 Jul 0.0183 Nov 0.0184
Apr 0.0082 Aug 0.0185 Dec 0.0192

How many sewer connections does this system have?   179
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   6,325
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Grand Strand Water and Sewer Author 00-00-000 Discharging 0.0134 366

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 15,600 15,725 15,883 16,027 16,172 16,318
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.7810 0.7872 0.7951 0.8022 0.8094 0.8167
Commercial 0.2602 0.2622 0.2649 0.2672 0.2696 0.2721
Industrial 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250 0.0250
Institutional 0.0310 0.0312 0.0316 0.0318 0.0322 0.0324
System Process 0.0250 0.0025 0.0025 0.0025 0.0025 0.0025
Unaccounted-for 0.2001 0.1976 0.1995 0.2013 0.2030 0.2048
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 2.3234 2.3234 2.3234 2.3234 2.3234 2.3234
Purchases 0.3000 0.3000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 2.6234 2.6234 2.3234 2.3234 2.3234 2.3234
Service Area Demand 1.3223 1.3057 1.3186 1.3300 1.3417 1.3535
Sales 0.0086 0.0086 0.0086 0.0086 0.0086 0.0086
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 1.3309 1.3143 1.3272 1.3386 1.3503 1.3621
Demand as Percent of Supply 51% 50% 57% 58% 58% 59%

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 50 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.