Mebane

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: Mebane   PWSID: 02-01-018
Mailing Address:106 E.Washington St
Mebane, NC 27302		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Kyle SmithTitle:Public Utilities Director
Phone:919-563-3401Cell/Mobile:336-213-2746
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-10 3.34 %
Cast Iron 6-12 26.27 %
Ductile Iron 6-24 68.30 %
Galvanized Iron 2 0.03 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-8 2.06 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   140 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   0 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   11,155 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   100
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   10 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   253
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   4.3000 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

1MG Elevated Storage Tank Added in 2025

Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, Annually
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?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes

Acoustical leak detection is performed on an as-needed basis. The City has implemented pressure monitoring stations throughout the City for pressure monitoring and early 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
Haw River (02-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Alamance80 %
Orange20 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   21,862
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 7,164 0.9721 0 0.0000
Commercial 426 0.2326 0 0.0000
Industrial 79 0.4275 0 0.0000
Institutional 88 0.1767 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0523 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
Orange-Alamance 03-68-020 0.0000 0 0.0000 2025 Yes Yes 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 1.9450 2.1950 May 2.3050 2.5010 Sep 2.2780 2.4010
Feb 1.9450 2.0980 Jun 2.4770 2.7040 Oct 2.1530 2.5920
Mar 2.1280 2.1610 Jul 2.1730 2.9410 Nov 0.0000 2.2210
Apr 2.1520 2.5240 Aug 2.2660 2.6760 Dec 0.0000 2.1530

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
Graham-Mebane WTP 02-01-015 2.0790 365 6.0000 2023 Yes Yes 16/24 Regular
Orange-Alamance 03-68-020 0.1920 3 0.0000 2025 Yes Yes 12 Emergency

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 1.6700 May 1.8800 Sep 1.6200
Feb 2.1200 Jun 1.7400 Oct 1.6200
Mar 1.7000 Jul 2.2000 Nov 1.5600
Apr 1.7600 Aug 1.8900 Dec 1.6200

How many sewer connections does this system have?   7,122
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   396
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   Yes

Currently under construction for a new 4 MGD plant.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0021474 WWTP 2.5000 2.5000 1.7820 4.9600 Moadams Creek Haw River (02-1)
WQCS00081 CS 0.0000 0.0000 1.7820 4.9600 Moadams Creek Haw River (02-1)
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
City of Graham 02-01-015 Discharging 0.0865 365 0.7500

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 21,862 28,573 38,399 46,809 51,706 57,115
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.9721 1.1826 1.5138 1.8453 2.0384 2.2516
Commercial 0.2326 0.2449 0.2705 0.2988 0.3301 0.3646
Industrial 0.4275 0.5334 0.7168 0.8738 0.9652 1.0662
Institutional 0.1767 0.1857 0.2051 0.2156 0.2267 0.2383
System Process 0.0523 0.0550 0.0607 0.0638 0.0671 0.0705
Unaccounted-for 0.2194 0.2306 0.2547 0.2677 0.2814 0.2958
Future Supply Sources
Source Name PWSID Source Type Additional Supply Year Online Year Offline Type
Graham 02-01-015 Purchase 0.5000 2050 Regular
Graham 02-01-015 Purchase 0.5000 2060 Regular
Graham 02-01-015 Purchase 0.5000 2060 Regular
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 6.0000 6.0000 6.0000 6.0000 6.0000 6.0000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.5000 1.5000 1.5000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 6.0000 6.0000 6.0000 6.5000 7.5000 7.5000
Service Area Demand 2.0806 2.4322 3.0216 3.5650 3.9089 4.2870
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) 2.0806 2.4322 3.0216 3.5650 3.9089 4.2870
Demand as Percent of Supply 35% 41% 50% 55% 52% 57%

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.    We are looking at future water conservation strategies such as watering on assigned days.

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   We are looking at future water conservation strategies such as watering on assigned days.

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   We are looking into upgrading our water treatment plant along with the possibility of purchasing water from other neighboring water utilities. We will be looking at adding additional water supply before 2060 likely by purchasing from other utilities.

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   We have contracted with an engineer to look at bringing in additional water supplies to Mebane.

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?  The City has updated our long-range utility plan and is working with the City of Graham and an engineer on future water 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:   A new 1 MG elevated storage tank was added in 2025. Pump and line upgrades are planned for 2030. We are working with Graham and an engineer to bring additional water supply to Mebane.

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.