Town of Sparta

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

Provisional

Water System Name: Town of Sparta   PWSID: 01-03-010
Mailing Address:304 S Main St
Sparta, NC 28675-9637		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Kevin DowellTitle:Planning and Zoning
Phone:336-372-4257Cell/Mobile:336-701-7191
 
Secondary Contact:Kevin Dowell Phone:336-372-4257
Mailing Address:PO Box 99
Sparta, NC 28675		Cell/Mobile:336-701-7191
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 1-12" 5.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 1-12" 95.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   40 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   0 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   1,544
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   50 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   3
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   1.2700 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, Semi-Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   No
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?   Yes

New AMI meters installed have leak detection capabilities, and also NCRWA is used for leak detection

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Uniform
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
New River (11-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Alleghany100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   1,903
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 1,333 0.0723 0 0.0000
Commercial 199 0.0786 0 0.0000
Industrial 10 0.0731 0 0.0000
Institutional 64 0.0254 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0120 MGD

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 0.3370 May 0.2670 Sep 0.3620
Feb 0.2790 Jun 0.3070 Oct 0.3780
Mar 0.2940 Jul 0.3300 Nov 0.3400
Apr 0.2520 Aug 0.3690 Dec 0.3820

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 01 0.0000 0 0.0260 Emergency
Well 09 0.0420 14 0.0180 Emergency
Well 10 0.0410 5 0.0240 Emergency
Well 17 0.0000 0 0 0.0260 Emergency
Well 19 0.0490 6 0.0160 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 01 575 65 0 0 6 500 Yes
Well 09 329 37 0 0 8 305 Yes
Well 10 500 55 0 0 6 300 Yes
Well 17 405 126 0 0 6 295 Yes
Well 19 525 57 0 0 6 490 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
Virginia-Carolina Water Authority 10-77-825 0.3230 365 0.5630 2047 Yes No 10-12 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.2390 May 0.3050 Sep 0.2250
Feb 0.2320 Jun 0.2630 Oct 0.2340
Mar 0.2320 Jul 0.2740 Nov 0.2260
Apr 0.2000 Aug 0.2780 Dec 0.2040

How many sewer connections does this system have?   1,230
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   361
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   Yes

The Town of Sparta is currently updating/rehabilitating our WWTP Facility. Construction is scheduled to last approximately 18 months

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0026913 WWTP 0.6000 0.6000 0.2470 0.6000 Little River New River (11-1)
WQ0006242 WWTP 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 Land Application New River (11-1)
WQCS00160 CS 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 Collection Permit New River (11-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,903 1,908 1,918 1,923 1,928 1,933
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0723 0.0724 0.0725 0.0727 0.0729 0.0731
Commercial 0.0786 0.0786 0.0788 0.0790 0.0792 0.0794
Industrial 0.0731 0.0731 0.0731 0.0731 0.0731 0.0731
Institutional 0.0254 0.0254 0.0255 0.0256 0.0257 0.0258
System Process 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120 0.0120
Unaccounted-for 0.0646 0.0646 0.0646 0.0647 0.0648 0.0649
Demand v/s Percent of Supply
  2025 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 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630 0.5630
Service Area Demand 0.3260 0.3261 0.3265 0.3271 0.3277 0.3283
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) 0.3260 0.3261 0.3265 0.3271 0.3277 0.3283
Demand as Percent of Supply 58% 58% 58% 58% 58% 58%

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 38 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?   

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.