Dare Co Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo

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: Dare Co Rodanthe-Waves-Salvo   PWSID: 04-28-035
Mailing Address:P.O. Box 500
Rodanthe, NC 27968		Ownership:County
 
Contact Person:Chuck BuddTitle:Plant Superintendent
Phone:252-475-5778Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 100.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   26 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   50 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   200 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   11
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   26 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?   1.2000 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?   No
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Increasing Block, Seasonal
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

The next water system is over 13 miles away and so it is not feasible to connect them.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Albemarle Sound (12-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Dare100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   1,325
What was the seasonal population and months served in 2025? (if applicable)   7,700 ( Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep )
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 1,939 0.2620 0 0.0000
Commercial 53 0.0600 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 2 0.0080 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0890 MGD

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 0.2000 0.3050 May 0.4760 0.6760 Sep 0.5020 0.8010
Feb 0.1950 0.2860 Jun 0.7300 0.9780 Oct 0.3680 0.5070
Mar 0.2510 0.3880 Jul 0.8340 1.0020 Nov 0.2630 0.4100
Apr 0.4090 0.6180 Aug 0.6590 0.8980 Dec 0.2060 0.4210

The monthly data comes from a meter in plant and does not count the raw blend flow added to the RO system before that meter which can be as
much as 10% but usually about half of that.

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 0.2900 205 0.6250 Regular
2 0.2730 189 0.6250 Regular
3 0.2840 201 0.6250 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
1 410 395 305 395 12 80 Yes
2 365 293 293 365 8 80 Yes
3 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Monthly
Does this system have a wellhead protection program?   Yes
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
RWS Water Plant 1.2500 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 0.0518 May 0.0994 Sep 0.1047
Feb 0.0506 Jun 0.1516 Oct 0.0779
Mar 0.0655 Jul 0.1726 Nov 0.0566
Apr 0.0990 Aug 0.1372 Dec 0.0445

How many sewer connections does this system have?   0
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   1,800
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
NC0083909 WTP 0.3000 0.3030 0.0925 0.2000 Blackmar Gut/Pasquotank River Albemarle Sound (12-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,325 1,335 1,340 1,355 1,370 1,380
Seasonal Population 7,700 7,700 7,700 7,725 7,750 7,760
 
Residential 0.2620 0.2750 0.2800 0.2800 0.2850 0.2900
Commercial 0.0600 0.0620 0.0650 0.0650 0.0700 0.0750
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0080 0.0040 0.0050 0.0070 0.0080 0.0100
System Process 0.0890 0.0900 0.0900 0.0920 0.0930 0.0950
Unaccounted-for 0.0416 0.0428 0.0437 0.0441 0.0453 0.0467
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 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750
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) 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750 1.8750
Service Area Demand 0.4606 0.4738 0.4837 0.4881 0.5013 0.5167
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) 0.4606 0.4738 0.4837 0.4881 0.5013 0.5167
Demand as Percent of Supply 25% 25% 26% 26% 27% 28%

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 198 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?   None

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

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   No Need at this time.

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.