Roper

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: Roper   PWSID: 04-94-015
Mailing Address:PO Box 217
Roper, NC 27970
Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Stacy ChessonTitle:Clerk
Phone:252-793-5527Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Mike Houston Phone:919-812-6088
Mailing Address:
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Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6 20.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2 10.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-8 70.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   8 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?   2 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
Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Quarterly
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a cross-connection program?   No
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

As employees ride throughout the system they are looking for leaks. We also utilize NCRWA on an as needed basis.

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

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Albemarle Sound (12-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Washington100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   546
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 195 0.0183 0 0.0000
Commercial 11 0.0114 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.)?   0.0005 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
Washington Co 04-94-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 2099 Yes Yes 4 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 0.0330 May 0.0330 Sep 0.0330
Feb 0.0330 Jun 0.0330 Oct 0.0330
Mar 0.0330 Jul 0.0330 Nov 0.0330
Apr 0.0330 Aug 0.0330 Dec 0.0330

Average Daily is estimated due to no available daily and (or) monthly meter reading data.
Washington County reports they sold an average of 0.0330 MGD to the Town.

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 0.0000 0 0.1440 CUA0 2017 Emergency
well 2 0.0000 0 0.1440 CUA0 2017 Emergency
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 1 205 150 8 105 Yes
well 2 205 150 8 105 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No,
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
Washington Co 04-94-025 0.0330 366 0.0330 2099 Yes Yes 4 Regular

Roper is seeking additional funding to add meters to existing interconnects so additional water can be provided from Washington Co. In the event our demand increases, Washington Co. has agreed to provide additional water as needed as they have plenty of capacity.

Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)
Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Roper Water Plant 0.3000 Yes Yes Ground Water
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 0.0300 May 0.0359 Sep 0.0362
Feb 0.0260 Jun 0.0262 Oct 0.0305
Mar 0.0518 Jul 0.0459 Nov 0.0346
Apr 0.0356 Aug 0.0420 Dec 0.0329

How many sewer connections does this system have?   206
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   0
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
NC0031925 WTP 0.0090 0.0090 0.0000 Main Canal Albemarle Sound (12-1)
NC0036315 WWTP 0.0850 0.0850 0.0356 0.2000 Kendrick Creek Albemarle Sound (12-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 546 538 525 513 501 490
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0183 0.0180 0.0175 0.0171 0.0167 0.0163
Commercial 0.0114 0.0112 0.0109 0.0107 0.0104 0.0102
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 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005 0.0005
Unaccounted-for 0.0028 0.0028 0.0027 0.0026 0.0026 0.0025
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 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Purchases 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330 0.0330
Service Area Demand 0.0330 0.0325 0.0316 0.0309 0.0302 0.0295
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) 0.0330 0.0325 0.0316 0.0309 0.0302 0.0295
Demand as Percent of Supply 100% 98% 96% 94% 92% 89%

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 34 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.    Roper is seeking additional funding to add meters to existing interconnects so additional water can be provided from Washington Co. in the event our demand increases. Washington Co. has agreed to provide additional water as needed.

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?  NA

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:   NA

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.