Lucama

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: Lucama   PWSID: 04-98-030
Mailing Address:PO Box 127
Lucama, NC 27851		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Ashleigh HooksTitle:Utility Coordinator
Phone:252-239-0560Cell/Mobile: - -
 
Secondary Contact:John Malone (NCRWA) Phone:336-780-0786
Mailing Address:
, 		Cell/Mobile: - -
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 6 20.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 6 80.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   12 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?   14
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   13 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?   No
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?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes
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

There is an above ground (removable) emergency interconnection between hydrants that can be utilized in an emergency with Wilson County. A permanent connection is the goal for future, but not yet planned.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Contentnea Creek (10-2)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Wilson100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2024?   862
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

Population / Connection Decrease from last year's reporting. PWS had a 1.85 person per household by NCDEQ Drinking water website. Calculated new population 466 connections x 1.85 per household = 862 Population.

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 466 0.0444 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.)?   0.0090 MGD

All connections are reported under Residential. System Process includes Filter Backwash & system maintenance flushing.

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 0.0732 May 0.0702 Sep 0.0774
Feb 0.0652 Jun 0.0743 Oct 0.0692
Mar 0.0639 Jul 0.0727 Nov 0.0766
Apr 0.0610 Aug 0.0747 Dec 0.0929

Water Purchased for 11 days in December 2024 from City of Wilson, included in December Average.

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
W03 0.0462 179 0.1647 0.1080 CUA0 Regular
W04 0.0420 188 0.1679 0.0936 CUA0 Regular
W05 0.0473 206 0.0987 0.0720 CUA0 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
W03 600 0 600 8 273 Yes
W04 400 0 400 8 201 Yes
W05 500 0 500 8 150 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Monthly
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes

The Town of Lucama has a current approved well head protection plan. (#146.1 - 04/23/2021)

The Well Sources all pump to the Lucama Filter Plant prior to distribution.

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
Wilson County SW 04-12-012 0.0612 11 0.0000 No No 2 Emergency

Water purchased for 11 days through a temporary connection between hydrants when elevated tank was out of service for rehab.

Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Lucama Filter Plant 0.5760 Yes No Wells - W03, W04, W05
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?  
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?  
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 0.2824 May 0.1231 Sep 0.3440
Feb 0.1087 Jun 0.0566 Oct 0.2142
Mar 0.2851 Jul 0.0935 Nov 0.0904
Apr 0.1229 Aug 0.2043 Dec 0.0000

How many sewer connections does this system have?   447
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   19
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
Wilson 04-98-010 Discharging 0.1604 366

Wastewater, which contained considerable I&I in 2024, is pumped to Town of Black Creek, who then discharges to Wilson for Treatment. Wilson Receives combined flow from BC & Lucama. Billing is from Wilson. Wilson reports to have received no wastewater from Lucama because it only receives it indirectly through Black Creek.

5. Planning

Projections
  2024 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 862 834 787 742 700 660
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0444 0.0430 0.0405 0.0381 0.0359 0.0338
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 0.0090 0.0095 0.0100 0.0100 0.0105 0.0105
Unaccounted-for 0.0192 0.0189 0.0182 0.0173 0.0167 0.0159

Population based on a negative 0.65% annual growth rate (2020-2010 census data).

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 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736
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) 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736 0.2736
Service Area Demand 0.0726 0.0714 0.0687 0.0654 0.0631 0.0602
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) 0.0726 0.0714 0.0687 0.0654 0.0631 0.0602
Demand as Percent of Supply 27% 26% 25% 24% 23% 22%

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 52 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.

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.