Gates Co

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: Gates Co   PWSID: 04-37-020
Mailing Address:PO Box 148
Gatesville, NC 27938		Ownership:County
 
Contact Person:Jonathan ArnoldTitle:Public Utilities Director
Phone:252-287-5957Cell/Mobile:--
Distribution System
Line Type Size Range (Inches) Estimated % of lines
Ductile Iron 4-6 1.00 %
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-12 99.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   400 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?   994
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   1 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?   1.0500 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?   No
Does this system have a leak detection program?   No
Water Conservation
What type of rate structure is used?   Uniform
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
Chowan River (04-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Gates100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   9,920
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 4,300 0.8500 0 0.0000
Commercial 7 0.0030 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.)?   0.0000 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
Chowan Co 04-21-015 0.0000 0 0.0000 2022 No Yes 6 Emergency
Perquimans Co 04-72-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 2022 No Yes 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 1.2360 1.9000 May 0.9490 1.5150 Sep 0.9430 1.0810
Feb 1.1630 1.4880 Jun 0.9690 1.2730 Oct 0.9100 1.0930
Mar 1.0220 1.1890 Jul 1.0120 1.8660 Nov 0.9350 1.1630
Apr 0.9910 1.7510 Aug 0.9400 1.0790 Dec 0.9560 1.1650

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
Number 1 Well 0.2960 212 0.2700 Regular
Number 2 Well 0.3627 304 0.3900 Regular
Number 3 Well 0.3880 319 0.7700 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
Number 1 Well 420 400 400 420 12 195 Yes
Number 2 Well 400 400 220 400 12 165 Yes
Number 3 Well 375 345 345 375 12 140 Yes
Are ground water levels monitored?   No,
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
Chowan Co 04-21-015 0.0000 0 0.0000 2022 No Yes 6 Emergency
Perquimans Co 04-72-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 2022 No Yes 6 Emergency
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Gates Co Water Plant 1.4000 Yes Yes Groundwater (three deep 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?  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?  No

4. Wastewater Information

Monthly Discharges
Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)		 Average Daily
Discharge (MGD)
Jan 0.0070 May 0.0080 Sep 0.0110
Feb 0.0110 Jun 0.0070 Oct 0.0100
Mar 0.0080 Jul 0.0100 Nov 0.0130
Apr 0.0070 Aug 0.0100 Dec 0.0140

How many sewer connections does this system have?   6
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   4,632
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
WQ0000267 WWTP 0.0550 0.0550 0.0100 Land Application Chowan River (04-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 9,920 12,000 12,500 13,000 13,500 14,000
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.8500 0.8500 0.8500 0.8500 0.8500 0.8500
Commercial 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030 0.0030
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 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000 0.0000
Unaccounted-for -0.0399 0.0589 0.0589 0.0589 0.0589 0.0589
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 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300
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) 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300 1.4300
Service Area Demand 0.8131 0.9119 0.9119 0.9119 0.9119 0.9119
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) 0.8131 0.9119 0.9119 0.9119 0.9119 0.9119
Demand as Percent of Supply 57% 64% 64% 64% 64% 64%

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 86 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.