Old Fort

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

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Water System Name: Old Fort   PWSID: 01-56-025
Mailing Address:38 Catawba Ave
Old Fort, NC 28762		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Gail TurnerTitle:Clerk
Phone:828-668-4424Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Bobby Cavenaugh Phone:--
Mailing Address:
, NC 		Cell/Mobile:336-780-0707
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Cast Iron 3-10 39.00 %
Ductile Iron 4-12 20.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2-3 14.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-10 27.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   13 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   1,000 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   25
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   25 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?   0.7000 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
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

We use NCRWA as needed.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed, 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

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Catawba River (03-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
McDowell100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   1,423
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

Population has decreased due to loss of service area from Hurricane Helen.

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 527 0.0500 0 0.0000
Commercial 58 0.0100 0 0.0000
Industrial 5 0.0510 0 0.0000
Institutional 18 0.0120 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.1450 MGD

The process water usage is higher than normal due to multiple system repairs following the aftermath of Hurricane Helen. During the repair and replacement efforts, the town fixed several leaks and identified multiple service lines that were previously not metered. These lines have since been retrofitted with meters, contributing to the increase in reported process water usage.

The industrial number is less than what was reported in 2024. There are only 5 industry sites in the service area. The town has combined all flows from different meters on each site into one meter reading per industry.

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 0.4230 May 0.2660 Sep 0.2830
Feb 0.4250 Jun 0.2670 Oct 0.2870
Mar 0.3220 Jul 0.3000 Nov 0.3100
Apr 0.3030 Aug 0.3000 Dec 0.3380

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
10 0.0500 361 0.0840 Regular
2 0.1100 365 0.2020 Regular
5 0.0700 365 0.2300 Regular
9 0.0900 365 0.1290 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
10 305 90 0 0 8 280 Yes
2 403 26 0 0 8 380 Yes
5 508 100 0 0 8 480 Yes
9 407 119 0 0 8 380 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No, As Needed
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   No

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.1390 May 0.1410 Sep 0.0980
Feb 0.2530 Jun 0.1720 Oct 0.1000
Mar 0.1260 Jul 0.1200 Nov 0.0910
Apr 0.1370 Aug 0.2160 Dec 0.0920

How many sewer connections does this system have?   451
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   262
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
NC0021229 WWTP 0.9000 0.9000 0.1400 0.8000 Curtis Creek Catawba River (03-1)
WQCS00139 CS 0.5000 0.5000 0.0000 COLLECTION SYSTEM / NON-DISCHA Catawba River (03-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,423 1,495 1,570 1,650 1,730 1,815
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0500 0.0520 0.0540 0.0560 0.0580 0.0620
Commercial 0.0100 0.0104 0.0109 0.0114 0.0118 0.0122
Industrial 0.0510 0.0500 0.0500 0.0500 0.0500 0.0500
Institutional 0.0120 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200 0.0200
System Process 0.1450 0.0300 0.0300 0.0300 0.0300 0.0300
Unaccounted-for 0.0515 0.0312 0.0317 0.0322 0.0326 0.0335
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 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450
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) 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450 0.6450
Service Area Demand 0.3195 0.1936 0.1966 0.1996 0.2024 0.2077
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) 0.3195 0.1936 0.1966 0.1996 0.2024 0.2077
Demand as Percent of Supply 50% 30% 30% 31% 31% 32%

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 35 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?   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?  

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.