Fair Bluff

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: Fair Bluff   PWSID: 04-24-030
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 157
Fair Bluff, NC 28439		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Al J. Leonard. Jr.Title:Operator
Phone:910-649-7426Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Joey White Phone:336-960-5822
Mailing Address:
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Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-10 20.00 %
Ductile Iron 4-6 30.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 4-6 50.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   12 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?   8
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   41 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?   0.4000 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, As Needed
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   No
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?   Yes

Fair Bluff actively looks for leaks while in the distribution system and also utilizes NCRWA on an as needed basis.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Flat/Fixed
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
Lumber River (09-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Columbus100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   800
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 393 0.0480 0 0.0000
Commercial 11 0.0080 0 0.0000
Industrial 1 0.0010 0 0.0000
Institutional 5 0.0010 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0015 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
Columbus Co WSD 2 70-24-007 0.0000 0 0.0000 No No 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 0.0818 May 0.0721 Sep 0.0592
Feb 0.0722 Jun 0.0760 Oct 0.0609
Mar 0.0696 Jul 0.0787 Nov 0.0554
Apr 0.0603 Aug 0.0712 Dec 0.0552

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. Brooks St 0.0000 0 0.0000 2017 Regular
2. Glastron Rd 0.0000 0 0.4680 Regular
Well #3 0.0677 365 0.4680 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. Brooks St 325 0 86 280 10 0 Yes
2. Glastron Rd 325 0 86 280 10 0 Yes
Well #3 300 12 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, 2 Years or More
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes
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
Columbus Co WSD 2 70-24-007 0.0000 0 0.0000 No No 8 Emergency

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0092 May 0.0124 Sep 0.0286
Feb 0.0114 Jun 0.0099 Oct 0.0190
Mar 0.0130 Jul 0.0083 Nov 0.0186
Apr 0.0180 Aug 0.0180 Dec 0.0285

How many sewer connections does this system have?   374
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   13
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Town of Fairmont 03-78-025 Discharging 0.0160 365 0.3350

Flows received by Boardman from Fair Bluff and Cerro Gordo are discharged, together with Boardmans flow, to Fairmont. Fairmonts regional contract includes Boardman, Fair Bluff and Cerro Gordo and provides for a collective daily peak of 0.670 MGD, with a collective monthly average flow not exceeding 0.335 MGD. Fairmont reports receiving 0.0160 MGD from Fair Bluff.

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 800 798 794 790 787 783
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0480 0.0386 0.0384 0.0382 0.0380 0.0378
Commercial 0.0080 0.0013 0.0013 0.0013 0.0013 0.0013
Industrial 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010
Institutional 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010
System Process 0.0015 0.0015 0.0015 0.0015 0.0015 0.0015
Unaccounted-for 0.0082 0.0060 0.0060 0.0059 0.0059 0.0059
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 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360
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) 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360 0.9360
Service Area Demand 0.0677 0.0494 0.0492 0.0489 0.0487 0.0485
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) 0.0677 0.0494 0.0492 0.0489 0.0487 0.0485
Demand as Percent of Supply 7% 5% 5% 5% 5% 5%

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 60 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.