Oriental

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: Oriental   PWSID: 04-69-020
Mailing Address:PO Box 472
Oriental, NC 28571		Ownership:Municipality
 
Contact Person:Diane H. MillerTitle:Town Manager
Phone:252-249-0555Cell/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
Polyvinyl Chloride 2-10 100.00 %
What are the estimated total miles of distribution system lines?   22 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?   26
How old are the oldest meters in this system?   33 Year(s)
How many meters for outdoor water use, such as irrigation, are not billed for sewer services?   74
What is this system's finished water storage capacity?   0.2750 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, Quarterly
Does this system have a valve exercise program?   Yes, Quarterly
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

We look for leaks in the distribution system and utilize NCRWA on an as needed basis.

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
Neuse River (10-1)100 %
County(s)% of Service Population
Pamlico100 %
What was the year-round population served in 2025?   1,136
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 782 0.0575 0 0.0000
Commercial 61 0.0242 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.)?   0.0255 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
Pamilco County 04-69-025 0.0000 0 0.2000 Yes 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 0.1084 0.1801 May 0.1204 0.1890 Sep 0.1115 0.1860
Feb 0.0919 0.1370 Jun 0.1187 0.1754 Oct 0.1106 0.1986
Mar 0.0947 0.1750 Jul 0.1302 0.1868 Nov 0.0922 0.1660
Apr 0.1095 0.1635 Aug 0.1209 0.2020 Dec 0.0880 0.1760

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 0.0310 365 0.0740 0.2520 CUA0 Regular
2 0.0772 365 0.1600 0.1872 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
1 319 284 314 8 60 Yes
2 317 282 312 10 75 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
Pamlico County 04-69-025 0.0000 0 0.0000 Yes Yes 6 Emergency
Water Treatment Plants
Plant Name Permitted Capacity
(MGD)		 Is Raw Water Metered? Is Finished Water Ouput Metered? Source
Oriental Water Treatment Plant 0.3600 Yes Yes Ground Water - Castle Hayne Aquifer
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 0.0103 May 0.0106 Sep 0.0096
Feb 0.0088 Jun 0.0108 Oct 0.0094
Mar 0.0084 Jul 0.0113 Nov 0.0074
Apr 0.0101 Aug 0.0096 Dec 0.0070

How many sewer connections does this system have?   756
How many water service connections with septic systems does this system have?   109
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
NC0088447 WTP 0.2000 0.0310 0.0094 0.0000 Whitaker Creek Neuse River (10-1)

5. Planning

Projections
  2025 2030 2040 2050 2060 2070
Year-Round Population 1,136 1,133 1,129 1,125 1,121 1,117
Seasonal Population 0 0 0 0 0 0
 
Residential 0.0575 0.0573 0.0570 0.0567 0.0564 0.0561
Commercial 0.0242 0.0241 0.0239 0.0239 0.0237 0.0236
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 0.0255 0.0261 0.0259 0.0258 0.0257 0.0256
Unaccounted-for 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010 0.0010
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 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392
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) 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392 0.4392
Service Area Demand 0.1082 0.1085 0.1078 0.1074 0.1068 0.1063
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) 0.1082 0.1085 0.1078 0.1074 0.1068 0.1063
Demand as Percent of Supply 25% 25% 25% 24% 24% 24%

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 51 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?  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:   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.