Carolina Beach

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: Carolina Beach   PWSID: 04-65-015
Mailing Address:1121 N Lake Park Blvd
Carolina Beach, NC 28428		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Shawn ThomasTitle:Chief Water Plant Operator
Phone:910-782-9491Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Cast Iron 6-12 14.00 %
Ductile Iron 6-12 14.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2 10.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 6-12 62.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   34 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?   0
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   28 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   529
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   1.0000 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?   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?   No
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?   No

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Cape Fear River (02-3)100 %
New River (02-6)0 %
County(s)% of Service Population
New Hanover100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   6,879
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 5,368 0.6864 0 0.0000
Commercial 177 0.0736 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 19 0.0020 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0475 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 0.7593 May 1.1291 Sep 1.1162
Feb 0.7338 Jun 1.3439 Oct 0.9246
Mar 0.8040 Jul 1.4960 Nov 0.8376
Apr 1.0584 Aug 1.2692 Dec 0.8373

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 0.0556 363 0.0660 Regular
10 0.1093 344 0.1300 Regular
11 0.0074 29 0.1080 Regular
12 0.0000 0 0.0950 Regular
13 0.7547 59 0.5040 Regular
14 0.4769 159 0.4320 Regular
2 0.1510 365 0.1200 Regular
3 0.0609 365 0.0850 Regular
4 0.0000 0 0.0000 2018 Emergency
5 0.0605 360 0.0950 Regular
6 0.0678 343 0.0690 Regular
7 0.1138 363 0.1150 Regular
8 0.0712 363 0.1180 Regular
9 0.0154 161 0.0750 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
1 195 122 0 0 8 0 Yes
10 200 160 160 200 8 0 Yes
11 220 165 155 195 6 0 Yes
12 170 115 115 165 10 0 Yes
13 170 114 115 165 10 0 Yes
14 158 114 115 165 10 0 Yes
2 185 125 0 0 8 0 Yes
3 203 163 133 143 8 0 Yes
4 160 112 0 0 8 0 Yes
5 201 96 0 0 8 0 Yes
6 191 135 0 0 6 0 Yes
7 200 126 126 137 8 0 Yes
8 200 193 135 160 8 0 Yes
9 212 210 162 202 8 0 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, As Needed
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
water Plant 1 Cape Fear 1.4540 Yes Yes Wells 1,5,6,7,8
water Plant 2 Alabama 0.9360 Yes Yes Wells 13,14
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?  No
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?  No
Are peak day demands expected to exceed the water treatment plant capacity in the next 10 years?  Yes

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.6440 May 0.9490 Sep 0.9350
Feb 0.6580 Jun 1.2350 Oct 1.3800
Mar 0.9560 Jul 1.2510 Nov 0.8060
Apr 0.8020 Aug 1.7820 Dec 0.8560

How many sewer connections does this system have?   5,030
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   0
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
NC0023256 WWTP 3.0000 3.0000 1.0250 2.5640 Cape Fear River Cape Fear River (02-3)
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Kure Beach 04-65-025 Receiving 0.1580 365 0.7280

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 6,879 9,379 10,567 11,906 13,414 15,039
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.6864 0.7800 0.8800 0.9900 1.1000 1.2000
Commercial 0.0736 0.0900 0.1000 0.1100 0.1300 0.1400
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0020 0.0020 0.0020 0.0021 0.0021 0.0021
System Process 0.0475 0.0451 0.0456 0.0460 0.0465 0.0470
Unaccounted-for 0.2052 0.2325 0.2605 0.2910 0.3241 0.3521
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 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120
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) 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120 2.0120
Service Area Demand 1.0147 1.1496 1.2881 1.4391 1.6027 1.7412
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) 1.0147 1.1496 1.2881 1.4391 1.6027 1.7412
Demand as Percent of Supply 50% 57% 64% 72% 80% 87%

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 100 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?   Planning to add additional water storage and distribution wells

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?   Looking to add available water to meet the demand.

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.