Elk Park

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: Elk Park   PWSID: 01-06-025
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 248
Elk Park, NC 28622		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Connie QuinnTitle:Mayor
Phone:828-733-9573Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Bobby Cavenaugh Phone:336-780-0707
Mailing Address:
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Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-6 100.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 0 0.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   10 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?   0
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   48 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?   0.2050 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?   Yes, Annually
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?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   No
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?   No

Due to distance, terrain and cost restraints, it is not feasible to interconnect with a system.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Watauga River (16-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Avery100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   495
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 320 0.0691 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.)?   0.0010 MGD

All accounts are now billed as residential accounts.

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 0.0568 May 0.0397 Sep 0.1236
Feb 0.0456 Jun 0.1011 Oct 0.1032
Mar 0.0429 Jul 0.1222 Nov 0.0977
Apr 0.0368 Aug 0.1290 Dec 0.0612

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
1 0.0394 333 0.1180 Regular
2 0.0748 214 0.1190 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
1 240 40 0 0 6 84 Yes
2 176 60 0 0 6 92 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No, 2 Years or More
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0610 May 0.0714 Sep 0.0367
Feb 0.0678 Jun 0.0697 Oct 0.0482
Mar 0.0551 Jul 0.0621 Nov 0.0489
Apr 0.0524 Aug 0.0566 Dec 0.0443

How many sewer connections does this system have?   243
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   68
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
NC0079561 WWTP 0.1000 0.1000 0.0562 0.1000 Little Elk Creek Watauga River (16-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 495 536 592 648 708 775
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0691 0.0748 0.0826 0.0900 0.0980 0.1070
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 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010
Unaccounted-for 0.0097 0.0105 0.0116 0.0126 0.0137 0.0149
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 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370
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) 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370 0.2370
Service Area Demand 0.0798 0.0863 0.0952 0.1036 0.1127 0.1229
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) 0.0798 0.0863 0.0952 0.1036 0.1127 0.1229
Demand as Percent of Supply 34% 36% 40% 44% 48% 52%

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 140 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 Chnages

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   No Chnages

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   No Chnages

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   No Chnages

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.