Chowan County

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: Chowan County   PWSID: 04-21-015
Mailing Address:P. O. Box 1030
Edenton, NC 27932		Ownership:County
 
Contact Person:Charles JonesTitle:Director
Phone:252-482-2627Cell/Mobile:252-263-6773
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Cast Iron 6-10 0.14 %
Ductile Iron 4-16 0.56 %
Galvanized Iron 2-6 7.53 %
Other 6-12 0.15 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 91.62 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   300 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   120 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   0 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   15
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   13 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?   1.7500 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?   Yes, 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?   No
Does this system have an active water conservation public education program?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes
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
Chowan River (04-1)73 %
Albemarle Sound (12-1)27 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Chowan100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   9,390
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 4,486 0.8000 0 0.0000
Commercial 96 0.0150 0 0.0000
Industrial 2 0.0050 0 0.0000
Institutional 4 0.0011 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0546 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
Edenton 04-21-010 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 10 Emergency
Gates County 04-37-020 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 6 Emergency
Perquimans County 04-72-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 8 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 1.1005 1.2590 May 0.9910 1.4400 Sep 1.0750 1.5530
Feb 0.9660 1.1520 Jun 1.2580 1.5280 Oct 1.0370 1.3290
Mar 0.9220 1.1150 Jul 1.2280 1.5280 Nov 1.0100 1.1680
Apr 0.9580 1.1580 Aug 1.1250 1.2810 Dec 0.0000 0.0000

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 0.0800 365 0.1440 Regular
2 0.0000 0 0.1209 Emergency
5 0.0000 0 0.3456 Regular
6 0.0000 0 0.3600 Regular
7 0.2380 365 0.4320 Regular
8 0.1750 311 0.4320 Regular
9 0.8790 359 1.5840 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
1 114 74 74 114 2 100 Yes
2 124 84 84 124 3 84 Yes
5 184 164 164 184 4 100 Yes
6 160 133 133 160 4 100 Yes
7 260 110 110 260 6 90 Yes
8 250 110 110 250 6 78 Yes
9 162 78 78 162 8 70 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   No
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
Edenton 04-21-010 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 10 Emergency
Gates County 04-37-020 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 8 Emergency
Perquimans County 04-72-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 8 Emergency
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Valhalla 2.3100 Yes Yes Groundwater
Did average daily water production exceed 80% of approved plant capacity for five consecutive days during 2025?  No
     If yes, was any water conservation implemented?  
Did average daily water production exceed 90% of approved plant capacity for five consecutive days during 2025?  No
     If yes, was any water conservation implemented?  
Are peak day demands expected to exceed the water treatment plant capacity in the next 10 years?  No

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0580 May 0.0540 Sep 0.0560
Feb 0.0530 Jun 0.0600 Oct 0.0540
Mar 0.0530 Jul 0.0560 Nov 0.0510
Apr 0.0540 Aug 0.0530 Dec 0.0540

How many sewer connections does this system have?   0
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   4,500
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
NC0032719 WTP 0.1890 0.1890 0.0550 0.1000 Rockyhock Creek Chowan River (04-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 9,390 9,500 10,000 11,000 11,500 12,000
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.8000 0.5600 0.5700 0.5800 0.5900 0.6000
Commercial 0.0150 0.0150 0.0200 0.0220 0.0250 0.0280
Industrial 0.0050 0.0500 0.0550 0.0550 0.0580 0.0600
Institutional 0.0011 0.0120 0.0120 0.0150 0.0150 0.0160
System Process 0.0546 0.0550 0.5600 0.5600 0.0570 0.5800
Unaccounted-for 0.4560 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
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 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976
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) 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976 3.2976
Service Area Demand 1.3317 0.6920 1.2170 1.2320 0.7450 1.2840
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) 1.3317 0.6920 1.2170 1.2320 0.7450 1.2840
Demand as Percent of Supply 40% 21% 37% 37% 23% 39%

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 85 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?  Yes, Yes. Regional water concerns associated with increased housing and growth prompting the design of a new reverse osmosis plant to serve the surrounding utilities.

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.