Grifton

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: Grifton   PWSID: 04-74-035
Mailing Address:528 Queen Street, P.O. Box 579
Grifton, NC 28530		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Dylan HamanTitle:Town Manager
Phone:252-524-0109Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Mike Houston Phone:919-812-6088
Mailing Address:
, NC 28525		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 12 4.00 %
Cast Iron 6-8 31.00 %
Ductile Iron 12 1.00 %
Galvanized Iron 2 32.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 6-12 32.00 %
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?   2,770 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   10
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   17 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?   0.2600 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

During the 2025 calendar year, the Town added approximately 2,430 linear feet of new 8" pvc watermain.

Programs
Does this system have a program to work or flush hydrants?   Yes, Annually
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, 2 Years or More
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

As employees ride throughout the system they are looking for leaks. We also utilize NCRWA as needed.

Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Increasing Block
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
Contentnea Creek (10-2)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Pitt90 %
Lenoir10 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   2,921
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

After further review, I believe our old population number may be inaccurate. It looks like our current population according to the State Demographer is 2,589. This is lagged by 1 year. We have had 151 new residential connections since that time. At 2.2 residents per connection, our current population would have increased to an estimated 2,921.

I believe the previous number was in error.

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 1,328 0.1086 0 0.0000
Commercial 53 0.0063 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 2 0.0021 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0028 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
Ayden 04-74-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 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 0.1650 May 0.1613 Sep 0.1598
Feb 0.1486 Jun 0.1666 Oct 0.1468
Mar 0.1711 Jul 0.1622 Nov 0.1529
Apr 0.1586 Aug 0.1523 Dec 0.1692

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
3 0.0000 0 0.4320 CUA25 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
3 483 360 473 12 306 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Monthly
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
Ayden 04-74-025 0.0000 0 Yes Yes 12 Emergency
Neuse Regional Water and Sewer Authority 60-54-001 0.1600 365 0.1440 2048 Yes Yes 12 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.2312 May 0.3416 Sep 0.2023
Feb 0.2445 Jun 0.3086 Oct 0.1656
Mar 0.2486 Jul 0.3049 Nov 0.1733
Apr 0.2174 Aug 0.2965 Dec 0.2025

How many sewer connections does this system have?   1,124
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   16
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
Contentnea Metropolitan Sewer Dist. 00-00-000 Discharging 0.2450 365

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 2,921 3,962 5,028 5,749 6,573 7,515
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1086 0.1442 0.1894 0.2165 0.2475 0.2829
Commercial 0.0063 0.0084 0.0093 0.0106 0.0121 0.0138
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0021 0.0028 0.0032 0.0036 0.0041 0.0046
System Process 0.0028 0.0032 0.0036 0.0040 0.0044 0.0048
Unaccounted-for 0.0402 0.0532 0.0690 0.0788 0.0900 0.1027

2030 was determined using a projected growth rate of 4.85% due to a huge population increase expected over the next 5-7 years.
Each following year(s) were based of off a growth rate of 1.50%.

Regarding Future supply -- a note from Grifton indicates that the Town of is actually in the process of having a Mothballed well rehabilitated.They are actually almost finished with the project and are just waiting on DEQ approval to re-add the well as “active” on our permit. The well is designed for 0.36 MGD. They have also had conversations with NRWASA; currently, WASA has available capacity and can meet the needs by itself if necessary.

Based on the Grifton response, an additional future purchased supply of 0.2000 MGD from NCWASA is shown here to bring demand to supply ratios to below 80% by 2050.

Future Supply Sources
Source Name PWSID Source Type Additional Supply Year Online Year Offline Type
NRWASA 60-54-001 Purchase 0.2000 2026 Regular

Regarding Future supply -- a note from Grifton indicates that the Town of is actually in the process of having a Mothballed well rehabilitated.They are actually almost finished with the project and are just waiting on DEQ approval to re-add the well as “active” on our permit. The well is designed for 0.36 MGD. They have also had conversations with NRWASA; currently, WASA has available capacity and can meet the needs by itself if necessary.

Based on the Grifton response, an additional future purchased supply of 0.2000 MGD from NCWASA is shown here to bring demand to supply ratios to below 80% by 2050.

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 0.1000 0.1000 0.1000 0.1000 0.1000 0.1000
Purchases 0.1440 0.1600 0.1600 0.1600 0.1600 0.1600
Future Supplies 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000 0.2000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 0.2440 0.4600 0.4600 0.4600 0.4600 0.4600
Service Area Demand 0.1600 0.2118 0.2745 0.3135 0.3581 0.4088
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) 0.1600 0.2118 0.2745 0.3135 0.3581 0.4088
Demand as Percent of Supply 66% 46% 60% 68% 78% 89%

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 37 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?   The Town of Grifton is actually in the process of having a well rehabilitated. We are actually almost finished with the project and are just waiting on DEQ approval to re-add the well as “active” on our permit. The well is designed for 0.36 MGD. We have also had conversations with NRWASA; currently, WASA has available capacity and can meet our needs by itself if necessary.

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?  Yes, CCPCUA

What major water supply reports or studies were used for planning?  CCPCUA

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:   Additional elevated storage tank, booster station to aid with low pressure areas within the distribution system, more inner connections for added redundancy, replacement of galvanized water mains, and the replacement of approximately 300 galvanized steel service lines.

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.