Crystal Lake / Little River Water Supply Alternative Evaluation
Moore County
Summary
The county is weighing where future drinking water will come from — new wells, storage tanks, and the Crystal Lake option with FEMA assistance. What gets chosen could shape growth and water bills for years.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unknown at this stage — a rate impact analysis was on the agenda to gauge how projects could affect customer bills.
County water customers and future development that depends on reliable supply.
Mentions & discussions (3)
General - Sep 10, 2026
The county is weighing where future drinking water will come from — new wells, storage tanks, and the Crystal Lake option with FEMA assistance. What gets chosen could shape growth and water bills for years.
Board of Commissioners - Mar 17, 2026
The county put $200,000 toward studying whether Crystal Lake can become a future drinking water reservoir — a decision leaders call lifelong for tens of thousands of future water customers. Answers expected by late July or August.
Board of Commissioners - Mar 3, 2026
The county is moving forward with engineering evaluations to explore Crystal Lake as a new water supply source. This study will check water volume, safe yields, and plant design options.
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