Holden 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

Provisional

Water System Name: Holden Beach   PWSID: 04-10-060
Mailing Address:110 Rothschild Street
Holden Beach, NC 28462		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Christopher BentonTitle:Public Works Director
Phone:910-842-6488Cell/Mobile:910-540-4412
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 6-12 85.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 15.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   20 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?   171
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   14 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   937
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.3000 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?   Yes, Annually
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?   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

All water is purchased from Brunswick County Water System NC0410045. There are two connections to Brunswick County served by different trunk lines, if one is interrupted the other could be used to supply the system, barring a catastrophic failure of the Brunswick County system.

2. Water Use Information

Service Area
Sub-Basin(s)% of Service Population
Shallotte River (09-4)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Brunswick100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   1,030
What was the seasonal population and months served in 2025? (if applicable)   6,579 ( May Jun Jul Aug Sep )
Has this system acquired another system since last report?   No

Year-Round population number is based on active voter registration for the Town. 2020 census data had year-round population at 921.

Water Use by Type
Type of Use Metered
Connections		 Metered
Average Use (MGD)		 Non-Metered
Connections		 Non-Metered
Estimated Use (MGD)
Residential 3,580 0.3605 0 0.0000
Commercial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Industrial 0 0.0000 0 0.0000
Institutional 0 0.0000 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.0071 MGD

All connections are billed and flagged as residential in the billing system. Many connections are only utilized seasonally.

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 0.2542 May 0.4091 Sep 0.4832
Feb 0.2331 Jun 0.5463 Oct 0.4801
Mar 0.1534 Jul 0.9348 Nov 0.2931
Apr 0.2872 Aug 0.7596 Dec 0.2593

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
Brunswick County 04-10-045 0.4263 365 1.8000 2061 Yes Yes 12 Regular

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0857 May 0.2181 Sep 0.2209
Feb 0.1224 Jun 0.3851 Oct 0.1946
Mar 0.1223 Jul 0.4566 Nov 0.1298
Apr 0.1633 Aug 0.3538 Dec 0.0989

How many sewer connections does this system have?   2,643
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

Our wastewater gets sent to the West Regional Wastewater Facility in Brunswick County. They have an expansion project they are currently working on.

Wastewater Permits
Permit Number Type Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Design Capacity
(MGD)		 Average Annual
Daily Discharge
(MGD)		 Maximum Day Discharge
(MGD)		 Receiving Stream Receiving Basin
WQCS00340 CS 2.0000 2.5000 0.2132 Cape Fear River Shallotte River (09-4)

Our wastewater gets sent to the West Regional Wastewater Facility In Brunswick County. The Town of holden beach only operates a collection system.

Wastewater Interconnections
Water System PWSID Type Average Daily Amount Contract
Maximum (MGD)
MGD Days Used
Brunswick County 04-10-045 Discharging 0.2132 365 1.0000

All wastewater from Town of Holden Beach is discharged to Brunswick County for treatment.

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,030 1,143 1,407 1,732 2,132 2,624
Seasonal Population 6,579 6,679 7,136 8,400 9,600 10,400
 
Residential 0.3605 0.4000 0.4923 0.6061 0.7461 0.9184
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 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
System Process 0.0071 0.0071 0.0071 0.0071 0.0071 0.0071
Unaccounted-for 0.0587 0.0650 0.0797 0.0979 0.1203 0.1478

Projections based on a 2.1% growth rate, utilizing 2020 census data & 2025 population change over 5 years. Seasonal population is not expected to grow significantly the community is essentially built out for non-year-round occupied properties.

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 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Purchases 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000
Future Supplies 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Total Available Supply (MGD) 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000 1.8000
Service Area Demand 0.4263 0.4721 0.5791 0.7111 0.8735 1.0733
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) 0.4263 0.4721 0.5791 0.7111 0.8735 1.0733
Demand as Percent of Supply 24% 26% 32% 40% 49% 60%

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 350 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?   N/A

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:   None

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.