Lowell

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: Lowell   PWSID: 01-36-060
Mailing Address:101 W. First St.
Lowell, NC 28098		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Justin PearsonTitle:ORC
Phone:704-824-1072Cell/Mobile:980-989-0191
 
Secondary Contact:Bobby Cavenaugh/NCRWA Phone:--
Mailing Address:
, 		Cell/Mobile:980-989-0191
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-12 2.00 %
Cast Iron 6-12 20.00 %
Ductile Iron 6-12 15.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2 38.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2"-12 25.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   33 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?   20
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   27 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   113
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.6000 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, Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   No, As Needed
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?   Yes
Does this system have an active water conservation public education program?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes

Visually inspect and use leak detection equipment.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Decreasing 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

City of Lowell purchases water from Two Rivers Utilities.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
South Fork Catawba River (03-2)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Gaston100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   3,837
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 1,729 0.1691 0 0.0000
Commercial 104 0.0570 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 20 0.0315 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0200 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
McAdenville 01-36-045 0.0000 0 No No 12 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 0.3442 May 0.3515 Sep 0.5429
Feb 0.3876 Jun 0.4048 Oct 0.2833
Mar 0.3082 Jul 0.4092 Nov 0.3956
Apr 0.3749 Aug 0.4063 Dec 0.2727

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
Two Rivers Utilities 01-36-010 0.3720 365 0.6180 2029 Yes Yes 12 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.2148 May 0.2477 Sep 0.2229
Feb 0.3314 Jun 0.2480 Oct 0.1904
Mar 0.2293 Jul 0.1771 Nov 0.1979
Apr 0.2150 Aug 0.2708 Dec 0.2061

How many sewer connections does this system have?   1,685
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   107
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
NC0025861 WWTP 0.6000 0.6000 0.2293 1.3000 South Fork of Catawba River South Fork Catawba River (03-2)
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Two Rivers/ Gastonia 01-36-010 Discharging 0.0387 365 0.1500

WW to Two Rivers not included in monthly averages.

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 3,837 4,238 4,798 5,366 6,000 6,710
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1691 0.1858 0.2103 0.2351 0.2630 0.2940
Commercial 0.0570 0.0581 0.0659 0.0736 0.0823 0.0921
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0315 0.0346 0.0391 0.0438 0.0489 0.0549
System Process 0.0200 0.0150 0.0150 0.0150 0.0150 0.0150
Unaccounted-for 0.0944 0.0960 0.1120 0.1220 0.1320 0.1420
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 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180 0.6180
Service Area Demand 0.3720 0.3895 0.4423 0.4895 0.5412 0.5980
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) 0.3720 0.3895 0.4423 0.4895 0.5412 0.5980
Demand as Percent of Supply 60% 63% 72% 79% 88% 97%

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 44 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.    City of Lowell will negotiate with Two Rivers Utilities to increase our annual contract to meet future needs.

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   Perform a future water audit.

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   None at this time.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   Use resources from NCRWA, DWI, Engineers and staff to implement the plans.

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.