Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. has conducted studies and formulated
master plans for county, regional, municipal, and private water systems.
Many of these studies have evolved into multiphase projects. As engineers,
Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates brings a unique perspective to water
system studies. Our staff is able to assess technical needs, as well
as interrelated issues such design, funding, permitting, future growth
and capacity. Our broad based project experience is invaluable in
providing the cost-efficient design that meets unique client needs.
 Albemarle
Commission Regional Water Consolidation Study
Prepared of detailed 10-month study commissioned by the Albemarle
Water Resources Task Force for a 16-county region of northeast North
Carolina. Study identified and analyzed water resources available
to the area. Alternatives evaluated included:
- Available groundwater in the region
- Surface water treatability
- Importing water from other areas, such as the Potash Company
of Saskatchewan in Aurora, NC
- Connection to the Lake Gaston pipeline
- Desalination
- Use of a combination of imported groundwater and surface water
The study addressed regionalization opportunities for the area and
developed seven distribution scenarios, including as much as 135 miles
of water main crossing both the Pamlico River and Albemarle Sound.
The study also provided long-range planning strategies, estimated
costs, identified areas of greatest or immediate need of water production
assistance and recommended a regional water distribution network.
Cost estimates and design for water main, water treatment plant, and
operations and maintenance were included.
Laurinburg,
North Carolina, Water and Sewer Consolidation for Annexation Study
Planned and designed four alternative scenarios to provide sewer and
water services for large annexation to the city. Hydraulic analysis
of present flows and modeling to determine future patterns. Our staff
further advised City officials as they chose the most practical solution,
which involved over 200 individual easements to private property and
more than 30 miles of gravity sewer mains and 19 sewer pump stations.
The project included permitting, construction management, and inspection.
Led to full-scale design for annexation of water and sewer.
Lake Moultrie Water System, South Carolina, Regional Water Consolidation
Study
 The study evaluated
a partnership between Santee Cooper, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, Summerville,
and Berkley County Water and Sanitation Authority formed the Lake
Moultrie Water Agency. Design Services included the design, project
administration, construction management, and start up assistance for
the project which included pilot study and report, raw water intake,
raw water pump station, and the 24 MGD water treatment plant. The
facility included two 2.5 MG clearwells, finished water pump station,
sludge handling facilities, chlorine booster station, system hydraulic
analysis and permitting. Administration services included contract
preparation and coordination for bidding 22 contracts and construction
coordination.
Lake Marion Regional Water System, South
Carolina Regional Water Consolidation Study
Funded by Santee Cooper, investigated the feasibility of supplying
water to Orangeburg County, Calhoun County, Dorchester County, Clarendon
County, and the municipalities of Holly Hill, Bowman, Branchville,
Vance, Eutawville, Santee, Elloree, St. Matthews, Cameron, Harleyville,
and St. George. Study investigated a centrally located, large-scale
surface water treatment facility located on Lake Moultrie which is
owned by Santee Cooper. Also investigated proper locations and sizes
of water transmission mains to distribute water to all the entities.
Project required frequent involvement with each entity to determine
demand requirements for a 20 year design period. Studied possibility
of each entity sharing capacity in water treatment plant, and evaluated
rates to ensure fair proportional costs for each participants' portion
of distribution main. We have supplied all technical data to Santee
Cooper as they consider various organizational approaches to setting
up the Regional Authority, and are assisting them in formulating a
governmental approach.
As a result of the study HUA is responsible for the engineering, planning,
design, and construction of a new 8.0 MGD water treatment plant on
Lake Marion. The facility is being designed for expansions up to 12
MGD in the future. The regional water system will serve the I-95 industrial
corridor and is being funded by the Corps of Engineers, USEPA, and
the South Carolina Department of Commerce. The USDA Rural Development
representatives have been involved in planning meetings since the
project's inception. Funding applications for the participating counties
and municipalities may be submitted to USDA.
Rockingham
County, North Carolina County Water and Sewer Consolidation Study
Prepared a comprehensive water and sewer feasibility study for providing
service to County's industrial and growth corridors. Study addressed
the five municipalities of Eden, Reidsville, Madison, Mayodan and
Stoneville and their existing utility systems. The study also incorporated
the nonprofit utility, Dan River Water. Study investigated existing
water and sewer plans relating to the county and its municipalities.
Studied the impact of water and sewer related plans of jurisdiction.
Gathered information on existing water sources and resources, facilities,
transmission mains, wastewater treatment facilities, trunk sewers
and areas using subsurface methods of sewage disposal. Determined
existing and projected requirements for both water and sewer at five
year intervals for the next five years. Identified possible funding
sources. Prepared construction program with cost estimates required
for the needs for the next 20 years. Presentation of study resulted
in consolidation of three municipalities' treatment systems.
Franklin County, North Carolina Water Resources Study
Performed a water resources study which compared partnership in the
Kerr Lake Regional Water System to all other water source options.
A total of 13 other water resource options were investigated, including
the Tar River, Jordan Lake, an independent water source from Kerr
Lake, as well as wholesale purchases from Louisburg, Franklinton,
City of Raleigh and Johnston County. The study included evaluation
of current and future water needs for the County and the long-term
feasibility of each supply alternative. The study also included evaluations
of water costs and potential rates for customers in Franklin County.
The study phase evolved to the engineering design and construction
management for a multiphase countywide water system.
Moore
County, North Carolina Water Resources Study
Study identified long-range water resource alternatives beneficial
to Moore County. Investigated water resources within the geographical
boundary of the county, including surface water, groundwater, and
expansion of existing facilities. Compiled population and demand projections
for the existing town systems and potential service areas. The safe
yield of all streams in Moore County was studied for potential reservoir
sites. Investigated groundwater resources, as well as aquifer yields
and production rates throughout the County. The study also investigated
expanding existing systems in the County to serve water for growing
populations and new service areas. Analysis of treatment and distribution
of proposed resource alternatives with cost estimates and potential
water rates were presented in the final report.
Bladen
County, North Carolina Regional Water Feasibility Study
HUA was initially contracted to complete a study to evaluate the feasibility
of creating a regional water system to serve the County and seven
municipalities. The study included evaluation and estimates of water
costs to upgrade the existing countywide water system and link together
all municipalities in the county. The study also included an evaluation
of the existing systems and the current and future water needs for
each of the regional participants. Based on the results of the study
the County contracted with HUA to complete the funding acquisitions,
surveying, engineering design, permitting, and construction management
of a multiphase countywide system. The project phases have been funded
through the USDA Rural Development Program.
 Southern
Pines, North Carolina Water Optimization Study
Performed an optimization study at the Southern Pines Water Treatment
Plant. The purpose of the study was to evaluate all aspects of plant
equipment and treatment techniques. This study was prompted by the
need to improve the removal of organics from the raw water in an effort
to reduce the formation potential of trihalomethanes in the distribution
system. The study also included an evaluation of all plant chemical
feed systems, raw water pumping and storage facilities, flocculation
and settling units, sludge handling facilities and finish water storage
and distribution. This study resulted in improvement in the removal
of organics resulting in a reduction in trihalomethane formation potential
in the distribution system.
Appalachian State University
Water System Master Plan
Project included the evaluation of existing treatment facilities,
evaluation of distribution system, hydraulic modeling, recommendations
for phased system improvements, and cost estimates for recommended
improvements. The study required an evaluation of periodic flows due
to the campus being relatively empty during holidays and breaks. Based
on the recommendations outlined in the Master Plan, the University
chose to retain Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates to complete the engineering
design for a phased implementation of the water system improvement
project.
Grand Strand Water & Sewer Authority, South
Carolina, Bull Creek Water System Evaluation
The Grand Strand Water & Sewer Authority is comprised of Horry County,
Conway, Surfside Beach, Little River, Loris, Aynor and Longs, South
Carolina. Due to growth within GSWSA service area, HUA was contracted
to complete a Master Plan for the overall system. The evaluation included
hydraulic analysis of the raw water and finished water pumping systems
and the water treatment plant. The study also included the preparation
of a detailed model of raw water transmission system from the intake,
through the raw water pumps, and existing raw water main to the plant.
The WaterCAD Hydraulic Model of the GSW&SA water and sewer force main
system included pump stations, elevated tanks, and over 2,000 pipes
in the water system and 500 pipes in the sewer system. Due to the
flow changes caused by seasonal populations, the model was used to
evaluate the system needs with seasonal population fluctuations. Data
from the model has been used to develop a capital improvement plan
for required improvements. The plan provided a phased approach for
implementation and projected cost estimates.
Laurinburg,
North Carolina, Water, Sewer, Stormwater Master Plan
 The
master plan evaluated the current flows and future demands over a
20-year planning period. HUA completed hydraulic models of the distribution
and collection systems to predict areas of deficiencies in the system.
The Master Plan incorporated demographic information and growth patterns
to project system demands. The hydraulic models were used to make
recommendations for system improvements. The Master Plan included
cost estimates and recommended timelines for project implementation.
The hydraulic model interfaced with GIS data to attain more accurate
data for topography, topology, and meter locations. GIS information
also allowed data to be accessed and manipulated easier, as well as,
allowing for future expansion and growth using the hydraulic model
to account for new zoning or new developments.
Lancaster
County Water and Sewer District, South Carolina, Water Master Plan
Developed a Master Plan to analyze demand requirements, available
pressures, flow projections, future service areas, and needed upgrades
for the system. A hydraulic model of the system was completed using
WaterCAD with an interface to the County's GIS system. The hydraulic
model was used to size the high service pumps at the Catawba River
Water Treatment Facility. The study resulted in North Corner and Pleasent
Hill water system improvements.
Washington County, North
Carolina, Water Facilities Study
HUA investigated the feasibility of a regional water system to serve
Washington County, its municipalities, and neighboring counties. Study
included cost estimates, computer modeling using Cybernet and WATSYS,
and evaluation of incorporation of the local municipal systems, such
as Creswell, Plymouth, and Roper. Potential water sources included
existing municipal systems, surface waters, and ground water resources.
HUA also analyzed the distribution needs for supplying water at adequate
pressure to the participants. The final study included a recommendation
for and preliminary design of a new 1.0 MGD water treatment plant.
Dare County, North Carolina, Hatteras Water System
Performed pilot studies, hydraulic analysis, and assessed feasibility
in designing upgrades to the Cape Hatteras Water System. Pilot studies
included the analysis of the shallow aquifer wells which were high
in organics, color, iron and manganese. It was proven through piloting
that the proposed treatment process consisting of anion exchange resins
in a pressure vessel, followed by pressure filtration would work.
A hydraulic analysis and recommendation of improvements study was
also performed for the distribution system prior to design phases.
System improvements as a result of the study included 80,000 LF of
12 inch water main, two elevated storage tanks, one new booster pump
station, and a new 3 mgd water treatment plant.
Lee County,
North Carolina, Countywide Water System
Prepared a Study to determine feasibility of providing countywide
service and to identify potential service areas. Included assessment
of alternative funding sources and study of guidelines for establishing
a Water and Sewer District. The study included funding opportunities.
Study encompassed all communities within the county, excluding incorporated
areas. A Preliminary Engineering Report for Phase I was compiled and
sent to USDA Rural Development for funding. Study and report resulted
in Phase I design of 90 miles water main, 300,000 gallon elevated
tank, and a 875 GPM booster pump station, to serve 2036 residential
customers, and the purchase and rate negotiations with the City of
Sanford. Phase II Preliminary Engineering Report consisted of 88 miles
of water main, and an elevated tank to serve 1182 residential customers.
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