Tyrrell County Water Department

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: Tyrrell County Water Department   PWSID: 04-89-015
Mailing Address:PO Box 449
Columbia, NC 27925		Ownership:County
 
Contact Person:Jeremy HaislipTitle:Utilities Director
Phone:252-796-1371Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 6-8 1.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-10 99.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   143 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?   40
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   19 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?   1.2500 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, Annually
Does this system have a cross-connection program?   No
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
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
Albemarle Sound (12-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Tyrrell100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   3,177
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 1,431 0.1245 0 0.0000
Commercial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 20 0.0305 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.1130 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
Columbia 04-89-010 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes No 6 Emergency
Town of Creswell 04-94-020 0.0362 244 Yes No 6 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 0.3030 May 0.3190 Sep 0.3410
Feb 0.2690 Jun 0.3460 Oct 0.3420
Mar 0.3650 Jul 0.3740 Nov 0.3150
Apr 0.3340 Aug 0.3500 Dec 0.3250

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
RO 4- on site 0.1947 200 0.2880 Regular
RO 5- remote 0.1913 123 0.2880 Regular
RO 6 0.0010 2 0.2880 Regular
RO 7 0.1900 311 0.2880 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
RO 4- on site 499 400 400 480 10 120 Yes
RO 5- remote 500 416 416 476 10 120 Yes
RO 6 515 470 470 510 10 340 Yes
RO 7 545 520 520 540 10 80 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   Yes, Monthly
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
Columbia 04-89-010 0.0030 365 0.0000 Yes No 6 Regular
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Bulls Bay Reverse Osmosis 0.4830 Yes Yes Wells
Snell Road Reverse Osmosis 0.4440 Yes Yes Wells
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 0.0770 May 0.0830 Sep 0.0860
Feb 0.0710 Jun 0.0880 Oct 0.0840
Mar 0.0720 Jul 0.1020 Nov 0.0820
Apr 0.0820 Aug 0.0880 Dec 0.0800

How many sewer connections does this system have?   242
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   1,189
Are there plans to build or expand wastewater treatment facilities in the next 10 years?   No

Monthly discharge is for WTPs

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
NC0086924 WTP 0.2160 0.2160 0.0450 0.4000 Bull Bay Albemarle Sound (12-1)
NC0088251 WTP 0.2160 0.2160 0.0380 0.1000 Albemarle Sound Albemarle Sound (12-1)
Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Town of Columbia 04-89-010 Discharging 0.0000 0
Town of Creswell 04-94-020 Discharging 0.0300 244

Creswell receives wastewater for about 240 connections.

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 3,177 3,153 3,114 3,079 3,045 3,011
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.1245 0.1194 0.1179 0.1165 0.1151 0.1138
Commercial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Industrial 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Institutional 0.0305 0.0273 0.0269 0.0266 0.0263 0.0260
System Process 0.1130 0.0923 0.0911 0.0900 0.0889 0.0789
Unaccounted-for 0.0438 0.0391 0.0386 0.0381 0.0376 0.0357
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 1.1520 1.1520 1.1520 1.1520 1.1520 1.1520
Purchases 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 1.1550 1.1550 1.1550 1.1550 1.1550 1.1550
Service Area Demand 0.3118 0.2781 0.2745 0.2712 0.2679 0.2544
Sales 0.0242 0.0362 0.0362 0.0362 0.0362 0.0362
Future Sales 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Demand (MGD) 0.3360 0.3143 0.3107 0.3074 0.3041 0.2906
Demand as Percent of Supply 29% 27% 27% 27% 26% 25%

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 39 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?  N/A

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:   N/A

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.