Bethel

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: Bethel   PWSID: 04-74-030
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 337
Bethel, NC 27812		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:John NelsonTitle:Public Works Director
Phone:252-818-0891Cell/Mobile:252-413-8739
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6 0.00 %
Cast Iron 6-10 0.00 %
Galvanized Iron 1-3 0.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 1-6 0.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   12 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2002?   60 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2002?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2002?   40
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   60 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   7
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.5750 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

Bethel was unable to estimate a percentage of the primary types of distribution lines within the system.

Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, 2-6 Months
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   No, None
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?   No
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Other
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
Tar River (15-1)0 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Pitt0 %
What was the year-round population served in 2002?   1,675
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   
Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 689 0.1060 0 0.0000
Commercial 47 0.0100 0 0.0000
Industrial 1 0.0080 0 0.0000
Institutional 0 0.0000 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0000 MGD

There were many errors within the 2002 billing data from Bethel. Bethel reported 1386 residential customers, which is almost double the users reported in 1997. However, it reported 837 sanitary sewer customers. The billed water total exceeded the pumped by more than double. Bethel was notified. More accurate data for 2002 could not be produced due to billing software complications. 2004 residential and commercial customers information was used to complete the LWSP. Assumed water usage per capita day to be 159.44 gallons and usage per commercial customer per day to be 222.22 gallons per day according to Bethel's 1997 LWSP.

Unaccounted for attributed to Municpal usage, system process water, and errors in Data.

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 0.1930 0.4430 May 0.1900 0.3020 Sep 0.1340 0.2090
Feb 0.1830 0.4410 Jun 0.2120 0.3830 Oct 0.1280 0.2420
Mar 0.1460 0.3960 Jul 0.2140 0.5340 Nov 0.1440 0.2390
Apr 0.1710 0.3180 Aug 0.1520 0.2780 Dec 0.1490 0.2530

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
2 0.1710 188 0.383 0.2130 CUA25 Regular
3 0.1610 180 0.441 0.2180 CUA25 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
2 380 240 240 330 6 177 Yes
3 286 206 183 253 4 160 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Monthly
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   No

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.6310 May 0.7020 Sep 0.6820
Feb 0.6190 Jun 0.6860 Oct 0.7030
Mar 0.6900 Jul 0.0000 Nov 0.0000
Apr 0.7090 Aug 0.0000 Dec 0.6620

How many sewer connections does this system have?   713
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   24
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
NC0061514 0.7500 0.7500 0.6760 0.8710 Conetoe Creek Tar River (15-1)

Bethel began discharge to Greenville Utlities in 2003.

Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Greenville Utilities Commission 04-74-010 Discharging 0.0000 0 0.3000

5. Planning

Projections
  2002 2010 2020 2030
Year-Round Population 1,675 1,886 2,123 2,390
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1060 0.1190 0.1380 0.1600
Commercial 0.0100 0.0120 0.0140 0.0160
Industrial 0.0080 0.0080 0.0080 0.0080
Institutional 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
System Process 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Unaccounted-for 0.0435 0.0490 0.0550 0.0620

Used a 1.49% growth rate.Used 63.01 gpcd from 1997 plan for projection. The Wooten Company is currently developing a PER to explore future water sources for Bethel. Current plans are to replace most of the lines in the system and connect to Greenville Utilities with a 12" main down Highway 11. Funding is being sought from the USDA.

Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2002 2010 2020 2030
Surface Water Supply 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Ground Water Supply 0.4310 0.3233 0.1078 0.1078
Purchases 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.4310 0.3233 0.1000 0.1000
Service Area Demand 0.1675 0.1880 0.2150 0.2460
Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 0.1675 0.1880 0.2150 0.2460
Demand as Percent of Supply 39% 58% 215% 246%

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 63 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.    

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   

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

Due to the Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use reductions, Bethel will reach >80% Demand as Percent of Supply in 2020. The Wooten Company is currently developing a PER to explore future water sources for Bethel. Current plans are to replace most of the lines in the system and connect to Greenville Utilities with a 12" main down Highway 11. Funding is being sought from the USDA. As of this time, a specific plan to address the demand exceedance has not been submitted.

Additional Information

Has this system participated in regional water supply or water use planning?  Yes

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.