Morehead City

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: Morehead City   PWSID: 04-16-015
Mailing Address:1100 Bridges Street
Morehead City, NC 28557		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Daniel WilliamsTitle:Director of Public Utilities
Phone:252-726-6848Cell/Mobile:--
 
Secondary Contact:Garland Anthony Joyner Phone:252-726-6848
Mailing Address:1100 Bridges St
Morehead City, NC 28557		Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Asbestos Cement 4-12 5.00 %
Cast Iron 6-8 12.00 %
Ductile Iron 4-16 26.00 %
Galvanized Iron 1-2 5.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 1-12 52.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   83 Miles
How many feet of distribution lines were replaced during 2025?   300 Feet
How many feet of new water mains were added during 2025?   340 Feet
How many meters were replaced in 2025?   175
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   16 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   536
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   2.0000 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, Semi-Annually
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?   Yes
Does this system have an active water conservation public education program?   Yes
Does this system have a leak detection program?   Yes
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
White Oak River (17-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Carteret100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   18,846
What was the seasonal population and months served in 2025? (if applicable)   18,846 ( Apr May Jun Jul Aug )
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 5,306 0.6293 0 0.0000
Commercial 498 0.3201 0 0.0000
Industrial 55 0.0736 0 0.0000
Institutional 216 0.0231 0 0.0000

How much water was used for system processes (backwash, line cleaning, flushing, etc.)?   0.1646 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
Newport 04-16-020 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 1.1887 1.7870 May 1.4491 2.3090 Sep 1.4271 1.9170
Feb 1.1289 1.5110 Jun 1.6272 2.2210 Oct 1.2772 1.6200
Mar 1.1236 1.5890 Jul 1.6749 2.0650 Nov 1.1928 1.5630
Apr 1.3582 1.8950 Aug 1.5375 2.5320 Dec 1.1251 1.7310

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 0.0000 0 0.2952 CUA0 Emergency
3 0.3535 358 1.1370 0.5760 CUA0 Regular
4 0.2442 208 1.0380 0.5760 CUA0 Regular
5 0.3870 338 0.8820 0.5760 CUA0 Regular
6 0.4994 365 1.4390 0.5760 CUA0 Regular
7 0.0000 0 0.5760 CUA0 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
1 389 190 389 10 100 Yes
3 375 290 370 12 100 Yes
4 400 200 370 12 117 Yes
5 300 220 290 12 128 Yes
6 377 212 372 12 150 Yes
7 402 194 392 12 150 No
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
Newport 04-16-020 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 12 Emergency
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Morehead City Treatment Plant 2.4660 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 1.2580 May 1.3270 Sep 1.3150
Feb 1.3010 Jun 1.5210 Oct 1.4360
Mar 1.3730 Jul 1.4050 Nov 1.2980
Apr 1.3070 Aug 1.5700 Dec 1.4420

How many sewer connections does this system have?   5,187
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   606
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
NC0026611 WWTP 2.5000 2.5000 1.4000 2.1000 Calico Creek White Oak River (17-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 18,846 19,328 20,027 20,981 22,228 23,111
Seasonal Population 18,846 19,328 20,027 20,981 22,228 23,111
 
Residential 0.6293 0.6330 0.6460 0.6640 0.6980 0.7530
Commercial 0.3201 0.3212 0.3860 0.4170 0.4770 0.5170
Industrial 0.0736 0.0788 0.0833 0.0899 0.0950 0.1011
Institutional 0.0231 0.0420 0.0480 0.0540 0.0600 0.0860
System Process 0.1646 0.0944 0.0980 0.1010 0.1090 0.1200
Unaccounted-for 0.1330 0.0800 0.0840 0.0880 0.0920 0.0960
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 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000
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) 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000 3.0000
Service Area Demand 1.3437 1.2494 1.3453 1.4139 1.5310 1.6731
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) 1.3437 1.2494 1.3453 1.4139 1.5310 1.6731
Demand as Percent of Supply 45% 42% 45% 47% 51% 56%

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 33 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.    

Are there other demand management practices you will implement to reduce your future supply needs?   

What supplies other than the ones listed in future supplies are being considered to meet your future supply needs?   

How does the water system intend to implement the demand management and supply planning components above?   

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.