Rich Square

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: Rich Square   PWSID: 04-66-020
Mailing Address:PO Box 336
Rich Square, NC 27869		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Jeffrey C. LongTitle:ORC
Phone:252-308-2984Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Mike Houston Phone:919-812-6088
Mailing Address:
, NC 28525		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Cast Iron 6 15.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 6-12 85.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   36 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?   5
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   20 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?   0.3500 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, Quarterly
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

Town staff perform a windshield survey of the water system daily to check for water leaks. NCRWA is contacted when necessary to assist with leak detection.

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

The Town has an interconnection with Northampton County.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Meherrin River (04-2)60 %
Roanoke River (14-1)30 %
Chowan River (04-1)10 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Northampton100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   1,067
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 430 0.0542 0 0.0000
Commercial 0 0.0000 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.)?   0.0008 MGD

For calendar year 2024, we classified all user accounts under (residential). This will likely be the normal process moving forward due to how the accounts & rate codes are entered into the billing system.

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
Northampton Co - Milwaukee 04-66-108 0.0000 0 0.1000 2050 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 0.0800 May 0.0640 Sep 0.0570
Feb 0.0730 Jun 0.0970 Oct 0.0670
Mar 0.0430 Jul 0.0860 Nov 0.0680
Apr 0.0360 Aug 0.0700 Dec 0.0600

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 0.0650 197 0.1500 2099 Regular
WELL 2 0.0690 170 0.1500 2099 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 1 300 0 0 0 4 0 Yes
WELL 2 300 200 209 293 8 0 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No, 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
Northampton Co - Milwaukee 04-66-108 0.0000 0 0.1000 2050 Yes Yes 8 Emergency

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0700 May 0.0900 Sep 0.2500
Feb 0.0800 Jun 0.0900 Oct 0.1900
Mar 0.0900 Jul 0.2300 Nov 0.0800
Apr 0.0700 Aug 0.0700 Dec 0.0800

How many sewer connections does this system have?   414
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   16
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
NC0025437 WWTP 0.3000 0.4500 0.1160 1.0000 Bridges Creek Roanoke River (14-1)
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Northampton Co - Milwaukee 04-66-108 Receiving 0.0250 366 0.3600

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,067 1,069 1,072 1,075 1,078 1,081
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0542 0.0542 0.0543 0.0544 0.0545 0.0546
Commercial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
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 0.0008 0.0008 0.0008 0.0008 0.0008 0.0008
Unaccounted-for 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120 0.0121 0.0121

Our water loss or UAW% has reduced since the 2023 plan year. We feel this is mainly due to the replacement / installation of new distribution mains and service lines. This work removed a lot of the previous issues, such as leaks within our overall water system.


Previous years have shown a small negative population growth; however, this year did indicate some positive growth. It's difficult to estimate the growth rate in the Town of Rich Square due to the change in 2024. We anticipate little to no notable growth in the coming years, so we estimated a very small increase over the next 50 years.

The increase in metered connections may be due to the process in which billing / accounts are accounted for verses previous years.

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 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000
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) 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000 0.3000
Service Area Demand 0.0670 0.0670 0.0671 0.0672 0.0674 0.0675
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) 0.0670 0.0670 0.0671 0.0672 0.0674 0.0675
Demand as Percent of Supply 22% 22% 22% 22% 22% 23%

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 51 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.