HomeMy WebLinkAboutNCS000421_HIGH POINT MS4 AUDIT REPORT_20191122MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM (MS4)
PROGRAM AUDIT REPORT
NPDES PERMIT NO. NCS000421
HIGH POINT, NORTH CAROLINA
211 South Hamilton Street
PO Box 230
High Point, NC 27261
Audit Date: 8/19 & 8/20
Report Date: November 22, 2019
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral & Land Resources Stormwater Program
512 N. Salisbury Street, 9th floor
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
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NCS000421_High Point MS4 Audit_20191122
TABLE OF CONTENTS
AuditDetails.........................................................................................................
Permittee Information.........................................................................................
List of Supporting Documents..............................................................................
Program Implementation, Documentation & Assessment ..................................
Construction Site Runoff Controls.......................................................................
Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls...............................................................
Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations ..........
Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 1......................................................
Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 2......................................................
Site Visit Evaluation: Construction Site No. 1......................................................
Site Visit Evaluation: Construction Site No. 2......................................................
Site Visit Evaluation: Post -Construction Stormwater Control Measure No. 1.....
Site Visit Evaluation: Post -Construction Stormwater Control Measure No. 2.....
Appendix A: Supporting Documents
Appendix B: Photograph Log
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DISCLAIMER
This audit consists of an evaluation of program compliance with the issued permit and implementation of
the approved Stormwater Management Plan. This audit report does not include a review of all program
components, and program deficiencies in addition to those noted may be present. The permittee is
required to assess program progress and permit compliance, and to implement the approved Stormwater
Management Plan in accordance with the issued permit.
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Audit Details
Audit ID Number:
Audit Date(s):
NCS000421_High Point MS4 Audit_20191122
August 19th & August 20th, 2019
Minimum Control Measures Evaluated:
❑X Program Implementation, Documentation & Assessment
❑ Public Education & Outreach
❑ Public Involvement & Participation
❑ Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination
❑ Construction Site Runoff Controls — No delegated Sediment and Erosion Control Program
❑X Construction Site Runoff Controls — Delegated Sediment and Erosion Control Program
❑X Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
❑X Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
❑ Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)
Field Site Visits:
❑X Municipal Facilities. Number visited: 2
❑ MS4 Outfalls. Number visited: Choose an item.
❑X Construction Sites. Number visited: 2
❑X Post -Construction Stormwater Runoff Controls. Number visited: 2
❑ Other: Number visited: Choose an item.
❑ Other: Number visited: Choose an item.
Inspector(s) Conducting Audit
Name, Title
Organization
Brandon Wise, Environmental Specialist I
NCDEQ— Winston-Salem Regional Office
Tyler Pearson, Environmental Specialist II
NCDEQ— Winston-Salem Regional Office
Zac Lentz, Assistant Regional Engineer
NCDEQ— Winston-Salem Regional Office
Audit Report Author:
Date:
November 22, 2019
Signature
Audit Report Author:
Date
Signature
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Permittee Information
MS4 Permittee Name:
City of High Point
Permit Effective Date:
February 20, 2017
Permit Expiration Date:
February 19, 2022
Mailing Address:
211 S. Hamilton Street, PO Box 230, High Point, NC 27261
Date of Last MS4 Inspection/Audit:
N/A
Co-permittee(s), if applicable:
N/A
Permit Owner of Record:
Robby Stone
Primary MS4 Representatives Participating in Audit
Name, Title
Organization
Anita Simpson, Operations Analyst
City of High Point
Kelsie Burgess, Stormwater Specialist
City of High Point
Robert Baker, Stormwater Specialist
City of High Point
Robby Stone, Public Services Assistant
Director
City of High Point
MS4 Receiving Waters
Waterbody
Classification
Impairments
Deep River and unnamed tributaries
WS-IV; CA:*
Fecal Coliform for certain sections
High Point Lake
WS-IV; CA:*
Richland Creek
WS-IV: *
Fecal Coliform
Kennedy Mill Creek
C
Fecal Coliform
Rich Fork Creek
C
Boulding Branch
WS-IV:
Hiatt Branch
WS-IV:*
Payne Creek
C
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List of Supporting Documents
Item When Provided
Number Document Title (Prior to/During/After)
01
Stormwater Management Program Report
Prior To
02
Watershed Receiving Streams Map
Prior To
03
2017-18 Annual Report
Prior To
04
SW Organizational Chart
Prior To
05
Stormwater Program Responsibilities
Prior To
06
Highpointnc.gov/655/Stormwater (High Point Stormwater's Website)
Prior To
07
Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant Inspection Report
During
08
HiTran Operations Center Inspection Report
During
09
Westmoreland Place Notice of Violation
During
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Program Implementation, Documentation & Assessment
Staff Interviewed:
Anita Simpson, Operations Analyst
(Name, Title, Role)
Kelsie Burgess, Stormwater Specialist
Robert Baker, Stormwater Specialist
Robby Stone, Public Services Assistant Director
Permit Citation
Program Requirement
Status Supporting
Doc No.
The permittee maintained adequate funding and staffing to implement and manage
II.A.1
Staffing and
the provisions of the Stormwater Plan and meet all requirements of the permit.
Yes
03
Funding
The Stormwater Plan identifies a specific position(s) responsible for the overall
01, 04,
coordination, implementation, and revision to the Plan.
Yes
05
Responsibilities for all components of the Stormwater Plan are documented and Yes 01, 04,
position(s) assignments provided. 05
The permittee is current on payment of invoiced administering and compliance
Yes N/A
monitoring fees (see stormwater e-payments on DEMLR MS4 web page).
Comments (Briefly describe funding mechanism, number of staff, etc.)
Funding is completed through a stormwater fee. As with a majority of municipalities more money would be useful however
funding is adequate to cover current staff. All positions are given a list of responsibilities and what they are expected to cover and
take care of.
II.A.2 Stormwater The permittee evaluated the performance and effectiveness of the program
Plan Yes 03
components at least annually.
Implementation
and Evaluation If yes, the permittee used the results of the evaluation to modify the program
Yes 01,03
components as necessary to accomplish the intent of the Stormwater Program.
Did the permitted MS4 discharges cause or contribute to non -attainment of an No N/A
applicable water quality standard?
If yes, did the permittee expand or better tailor its BMPs accordingly to address Not N/A
the non -attainment? Applicable
Comments
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Program Implementation, Documentation & Assessment
I I.A.3
Keeping the The permittee kept the Stormwater Plan up to date. Yes 01
Stormwater Plan
Up to Date
The permittee notified DEMLR of any updates to the Stormwater Plan.
Applicable tN/A
Comments (Indicate the date of latest Stormwater Plan and describe the nature of any updates, if applicable).
Date on received SWMP is February 13, 2017, however evidence was shown during the inspection of annual review.
II.A.4 Availability
The permittee kept an up-to-date version of its Stormwater Plan available to the
of the Stormwater
Division and the public online.
No
06
Plan
The online materials included ordinances, or other regulatory mechanisms, or a list
identifying the ordinances, or other regulatory mechanisms, providing the legal
Partial
06
authority necessary to implement and enforce the requirements of the permit.
Comments (Note what materials are available on line)
Information given on the High Point Stormwater website is detailed on what stormwater is and how the program works to ensure
clean water/controlled water in the city. Detailed aspects of ordinances or other regulatory mechanisms are not available on site.
II.A.3 & II.A.S
Stormwater Plan
Did DEMLR require a modification to the Stormwater Plan?
Not Applicable
N/A
Modifications
If yes, did the permittee complete the modifications in accordance with the
Not
N/A
established deadline?
Applicable
Comments (Note date of DEMLR notification, modifications required, and date modifications were completed, as applicable)
II.A.6 Sharing
Responsibility
Are any control measures implemented by an entity other than the permittee?
Yes
01,03
If yes, is there a written agreement in place?
Not
Applicable
01
Comments (List the specific control measures implemented by others that do not have adequate written agreements, if
applicable) City was originally part of the Piedmont Triad Water Quality Partnership, which was dissolved in 2018. This agreement
and the details of what was done is described in the Annual Report.
II.A.7
The permittee maintained written procedures for implementing the six minimum
01, 03,
Written
control measures.
Yes
06
Procedures
Written procedures identified specific action steps, schedules, resources and
01, 03,
responsibilities for implementing the six minimum measures.
Yes
06
Comments (List the specific minimum measures that do not have adequate written procedures, if applicable)
Procedures are well documented and even available to the public in a more general description on the website.
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Program Implementation, Documentation & Assessment
III. A
The permittee maintained documentation of all program components including, but
Program
not limited to, inspections, maintenance activities, educational programs,
Partial
N/A
Documentation
implementation of BMPs, enforcement actions etc., on file for a period of five years.
Comments (List the specific program components that do not have adequate documentation on file and why, if applicable)
Records for the past 3 to 4 years are very well maintained. Some of the records for years prior are lacking. During the inspection it
was very evident that the newer records are extremely well organized and detailed.
111.13
The permittee submitted annual reports to the Department within twelve months
Annual Report
from the effective date of the permit (See Section 111.B. for the annual reporting
Yes
03
Submittal
period specific to this MS4).
The permittee submitted subsequent annual reports every twelve months from the
scheduled date of the first annual report submittal.
Yes
03
The Annual Reports included appropriate information to accurately describe the progress, status, and results
of the permittee's Stormwater Plan, including, but not limited the following:
1. A detailed description of the status of implementation of the Stormwater Plan
as a whole. This will include information on development and implementation
of each major component of the Stormwater Plan for the past year and
Yes
03
schedules and plans for the year following each report.
2. An adequate description and justification of any proposed changes to the
Stormwater Plan. This will include descriptions and supporting information for
the proposed changes and how these changes will impact the Stormwater
Yes
03
Plan (results, effectiveness, implementation schedule, etc.).
3. Documentation of any necessary changes to programs or practices for
assessment of management measures implemented through the Stormwater
Yes
03
Plan.
4. A summary of data accumulated as part of the Stormwater Plan throughout
the year along with an assessment of what the data indicates in light of the
Yes
03
Stormwater Plan.
5. An assessment of compliance with the permit, information on the
establishment of appropriate legal authorities, inspections, and enforcement
Yes
03
actions.
Comments (Note dates that annual reports cover under current permit and generally describe report deficiencies, if any)
Annual report provided prior to audit was put together very well, new annual report sent after audit also put together well.
IV.B
Annual Reporting
The Annual Reports document the following:
1. A summary of past year activities, including where applicable, specific
quantities achieved and summaries of enforcement actions.
Yes
03
2. A description of the effectiveness of each program component.
Yes
03
3. Planned activities and changes for the next reporting period, for each
program component or activity.
Yes
03
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Program Implementation, Documentation & Assessment
4. Fiscal analysis. Yes 1 03
Comments (Note dates that annual reports cover under current permit and generally describe report deficiencies, if any)
Annual Reports are put together well and contain all required elements.
Additional
Comments:
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Construction Site Runoff Controls
Staff Interviewed: Scott Ford, City Inspector with Engineering Services
(Name, Title, Role) Anita Simpson, Operations Analyst
Kelsie Burgess, Stormwater Specialist
Robert Baker, Stormwater Specialist
Program Delegation Status:
❑X The permittee has a delegated Sediment and Erosion Control Program and implements the North Carolina
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act (SPCA) of 1973 components of this minimum measure (complete the permit
citation and SPCA citation sections).
❑ The permittee does not have a delegated Sediment and Erosion Control Program and relies on DEMLR to comply
with the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act (SPCA) of 1973 components of this minimum measure
(complete only the permit citation section).
Permit Citation Program Requirement Status Supporting
Doc No.
II.E.3 Construction
Site Runoff Controls The permittee provides and promotes a means for the public to notify the
(NPDES Permit No. appropriate authorities of observed erosion and sedimentation problems (e.g., partial 06
NCS000435] promoting the existence of the DEQ DEMLR "Stop Mud" hotline).
Comments (Describe how provided and promoted)
Build HighPoint.com is used to ensure the proper steps are followed however outside of the regular hotline or finding the inspectors
information online there is no extra means for the public to be able to contact High Point.
SPCA Citation I Delegated Program Requirement I Status I Supporting
Doc No.
§ 113A-60 Local
The permittee has adopted an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to enforce
erosion and Yes 01, 03
sedimentation
the erosion and sedimentation control program.
control programs (a)
If yes, the ordinance meets or exceeds the minimum requirements of the Yes 01,03
SPCA.
If yes, the ordinance applies throughout the corporate limits of the permittee. Yes 01,03
[Permit Part I.D]
Comments (Provide regulatory mechanism reference or Supporting Documentation number)
Regulatory mechanisms used by the city are typically non -monetary and involve stop work orders although fines can be issued.
§ 113A-60 Local
erosion and The permittee collects a fee paid by each person who submits an erosion and Yes 01,03
sedimentation sedimentation control plan.
control programs (d)
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Construction Site Runoff Controls
Comments (indicate the fee amount, if applicable)
Fees vary depending on what is being built and size. From no fee to $300+
113A-60 Local
Has any person initiated a land -disturbing activity (within the permittee's
erosion and
jurisdiction) for which an erosion and sedimentation control plan is required in the
Yes
N/A
sedimentation
absence of an approved plan?
control programs (e)
If yes, the permittee has notified the North Carolina Sedimentation Control
Commission of all such cases.
Yes
N/A
Has the permittee determined that a person engaged in a land -disturbing activity
No
N/A
has failed to comply with an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan?
If yes, has the permittee referred any such matters to the North Carolina
Not
N/A
Sedimentation Control Commission for inspection and enforcement?
Applicable
Comments
April 2016 was last incident at the time of the inspection.
113A-61 Local
The permittee reviews each erosion and sedimentation control plan submitted to
approval of erosion
them and notifies the person submitting the plan that it has been approved,
Yes
N/A
and sedimentation
approved with modification, or disapproved within 30 days of receipt.
control plans
The permittee only approves an erosion and sedimentation control plan upon
Yes
N/A
determining that it complies with all applicable State and local regulations.
The permittee has disapproved of an erosion and sedimentation control plan in
No
N/A
order to protect riparian buffers along surface waters.
If yes, the permittee notified the Director of the Division of Energy,
Not
N/A
Mineral, and Land Resources within 10 days of the disapproval.
Applicable
Comments
111 Review of plans is typically completed in 10 days, can be extended if needed
§ 113A-61.1
Inspection of land-
The certificate of approval of each erosion and sedimentation control plan
disturbing activity;
approved by the permittee includes a notice of the right to inspect.
Yes
03
notice of violation
(a)
The permittee provides for inspection of land -disturbing activities to ensure
compliance with the SPCA and to determine whether the measures required in an
Yes
03
erosion and sedimentation control plan are effective.
Comments
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Construction Site Runoff Controls
§ 113A-61.1 When the permittee determines that a person engaged in land -disturbing activity
Inspection of land- has failed to comply with the SPCA, the Permittee immediately issues a notice of Yes 09
disturbing activity; violation upon that person.
notice of violation
Each notice of violation issued by the permittee specifies the date by which the
(c)
person must comply.
Yes
09
Each notice of violation issued by the permittee informs the person of the actions
that need to be taken to comply.
Yes
09
Comments
Example from Westmoreland Place attached.
113A-64 Penalties
Does the permittee issue civil penalties as part of the erosion and sedimentation
program?
Yes
09
Comments (indicate when/why a civil penalty is issued, and the amount, if applicable)
Violations lead to civil penalties in amount of $25,000.
Additional
Local program consists of 2 full time inspectors.
Comments:
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
Staff Interviewed: Anita Simpson, Operations Analyst
(Name, Title, Role) Kelsie Burgess, Stormwater Specialist
Robert Baker, Stormwater Specialist
Robby Stone, Public Works Assistant Director
Implementation (check all that apply):
❑X The permittee implements the components of this minimum measure.
❑ The permittee relies upon another entity to implement the components of this minimum measure: name of entity
❑ The permittee implements the following deemed -compliant program(s), which meet NPDES MS4 post -construction
requirements for the areas where implemented and in compliance with the specific program requirements as provided in 15A
NCAC and noted below (Complete Session Law 2006-246 section below):
❑ Water Supply Watershed I (WS-1) — 15A NCAC 213.0212
❑ Water Supply Watershed 11 (WS-11) — 15A NCAC 213.0214
❑ Water Supply Watershed III (WS-III) — 15A NCAC 26 .0215
❑ Water Supply Watershed IV (WS-IV) —15A NCAC 213.0216
❑ Freshwater High Quality Waters (HQW) —15A NCAC 2H .1006
❑ Freshwater Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) —15A NCAC 2H .1007
❑ Neuse River Basin Nutrient Sensitive (NSW) Management Strategy— 15A NCAC 2B .0235
❑ Tar -Pamlico River Basin Nutrient Sensitive (NSW) Management Strategy— 15A NCAC 2B .0258
❑ Randleman Lake Water Supply Watershed Nutrient Management Strategy —15A NCAC 2B .0251
❑ Universal Stormwater Management Program — 15A NCAC 2H .1020
Ordinance(s) (check all that apply):
The permittee utilizes the following ordinances and/or regulatory authority to fulfill post construction minimum measure program
requirements throughout the MS4 permitted area (check all that apply):
❑x DEQ model ordinance
❑ MS4 designed post -construction practices that meet or exceed 15A NCAC 02H .1000.
❑ DEQ approved comprehensive watershed plan
❑ DEQ approved ordinance for a deemed -compliant Program (see list above)
Instructions:
For MS4s not implementing a S.L. 2006-246 deemed -compliant program, complete only the Permit Citation section below.
For MS4s implementing a S.L. 2006-246 deemed -compliant program, complete the Session Law 2006-246 section below. If the MS4
does not implement a deemed -compliant program throughout the entire MS4 permitted area, then complete the Permit Citation
section below for the permitted area(s) not covered under the S.L. 2006-246 deemed -compliant program.
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
Session Law 2006- Supporting
246 Program Requirement Status Dot No.
Deemed -Compliant The permittee implements deemed -compliant Program requirements in
Program(s) accordance with the applicable 15A NCAC rules. Yes 01,03
The permittee implements deemed -compliant Program requirements throughout
the entire MS4 area (If not also complete the Permit Citation section below.) Yes 01,03
The permittee applies deemed -compliant Program requirements to all federal,
state and local government projects within the permitted MS4 area who do not Yes 01,03
have their own NPDES stormwater permit.
The permittee included deemed -compliant Program reporting in their MS4 Annual
Reports. Yes 01,03
The permittee included deemed -compliant Program implementation in their
Stormwater Management Plan. Yes 01,03
Comments
Post -Construction requirements met in all phases of the permit.
Permit Citation I Program Requirement I Status I Supporting
Dot No.
II.F.2.a
The permittee maintained an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism designed
Legal Authority
to meet the objectives of the Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls Stormwater
Yes
01,03
Management Program.
If yes, the ordinance applies throughout the corporate limits of the permittee
(Verify permit coverage area listed in Part I.D of permit and modify
Yes
01,03
accordingly).
The permittee has the authority to review designs and proposals for new
development and redevelopment to determine whether adequate stormwater
Yes
01,03
control measures will be installed, implemented, and maintained.
The permittee has the authority to request information such as stormwater plans,
inspection reports, monitoring results, and other information deemed necessary to
yes
01,03
evaluate compliance with the Post -Construction Stormwater Management
Program.
The permittee has the authority to enter private property for the purpose of
inspecting at reasonable times any facilities, equipment, practices, or operations
Yes
01
related to stormwater discharges.
Comments (if the permittee relies upon another entity, specifically note the legal authority that allows that entity to implement
the program within the MS4 area)
City of High Point holds the authority inside of city limits.
I I. F.2. b
Stormwater Control The permittee utilizes strategies which include SCMs appropriate for the MS4. Yes 01,03
Measures (SCMs)
SCMs comply with 15A NCAC 02H .1000. Yes 01,03
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
Comments
II.F.2.c
The permittee conducted site plan reviews of all new development and
Plan Reviews
redeveloped sites that disturb greater than or equal to one acre (including sites
that disturb less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of
Yes
01,03
development or sale).
If yes, the site plan reviews addressed how the project applicant meets the
performance standards.
Yes
01,03
If yes, the site plan reviews addressed how the project will ensure long-term
Yes
01,03
maintenance.
Comments
II.F.2.d
The permittee maintained an inventory of projects with post -construction
Inventory of Projects
structural stormwater control measures installed and implemented at new
Yes
N/A
development and redeveloped sites.
The inventory included both public and private sector sites located within the
permittee's corporate limits that are covered by its post -construction ordinance
Yes
N/A
requirements.
Comments
Map included all post -construction measures in the city and was very well organized. Database also had all information about the
SCMs.
I I. F.2.e
The permittee provided mechanisms such as recorded deed restrictions and
Deed Restrictions
protective covenants that ensure development activities will maintain the project
Yes
01,03
and Protective
consistent with approved plans.
Covenants
Comments
II.F.2.f
The permittee implemented or required an operation and maintenance plan for
Mechanism to
the long-term operation of the SCMs required by the program.
Yes
01,03
Require Long-term
Operation and
The operation and maintenance plan required the owner of each SCM to perform
Maintenance
and maintain a record of annual inspections of each SCM.
Yes
01,03
Annual inspection of permitted structural SCMs are required to be performed by a
qualified professional.
Yes
01,03
Comments
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
II.F.2.g The permittee conducted and documented inspections of each project site covered
Inspections of under performance standards, at least one time during the permit term (Verify this Yes 03
Structural is a permit condition in Part II.F.2.g of permit and modify accordingly).
Stormwater Control
Before issuing a certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy, the
Measures
permittee conducted a post -construction inspection to verify that the permittee's
performance standards have been met or a bond is in place to guarantee
Yes
N/A
completion (Verify this is a permit condition in Part II.F.2.g of permit and modify
accordingly.
The permittee developed and implemented a written inspection program for SCMs
installed pursuant to the post -construction program(Verify this is a permit
Yes
N/A
condition in Part II.F.2.g of permit and modify accordingly.
The permittee documented and maintained records of inspections.
Yes
N/A
The permittee documented and maintained records of enforcement actions.
Yes
N/A
Comments
247 issues had been addressed in the past year.
II.F.2.h
The permittee made available through paper or electronic means, ordinances,
Educational
post -construction requirements, design standards checklists, and other materials
Materials and
appropriate for developers.
Training for
Note: New materials may be developed by the permittee, or the permittee may use
Yes
06
Developers
materials adopted from other programs and adapted to the permittee's new
development and redevelopment program.
Comments (if the permittee has adopted materials from other programs, indicate here which materials they are using)
City of High Point Design Manual available via their website.
II.F.2.i Enforcement
The permittee tracked the issuance of notices of violation and enforcement
Yes
03
actions.
If yes, the tracking mechanism included the ability to identify chronic violators
for initiation of actions to reduce noncompliance.
Yes
03
Comments
Tracked via database linked to mapping system.
II.F.3.b
The permittee fully complies with post construction program requirements on its
Yes
N/A
New Development
own publicly funded construction projects.
Comments
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
II.F.3.c
Does the MS4 have areas draining to Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW) pursuant to
No N/A
Nutrient Sensitive
15A NCAC 02H .0150?
Waters
If yes, does the permittee use SCMs that reduce nutrient loading in order to
Not
N/A
meet local program requirements.
Applicable
If yes, does the permittee also still incorporate the stormwater controls
Not
N/A
required for the project's density level.
Applicable
If yes, does the permittee also require documentation where it is not feasible to
Not
N/A
use SCMs that reduce nutrient loading.
Applicable
Comments (Provide
reference for local requirements)
II.F.3.d
The permittee ensured that the design volumes of SCMs take into account the
Design Volume
runoff at build out from all surfaces draining to the system.
Yes
01,03
Where "streets" convey stormwater, the permittee designed SCMs to be sized to
treat and control stormwater runoff from all surfaces draining to the SCM including
Yes
01,03
streets, driveways, and other impervious surfaces.
Comments
Additional
Post construction program was well implemented and mapping was very thorough with all types of measures
Comments:
mapped. Database was kept with information on last inspection and status.
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Pollution Prevention
and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Staff Interviewed:
Anita Simpson, Operations Analyst
(Name, Title, Role)
Kelsie Burgess, Stormwater Specialist
Robert Baker, Stormwater Specialist
Robby Stone, Public Services Assistant Director
Permit Citation
Program Requirement Status Supporting
Doc No.
II.G.2.a
The permittee maintained a current inventory of facilities and operations owned
Facility Inventory
and operated by the permittee with the potential for generating polluted Yes N/A
stormwater runoff.
Comments (Note number of facilities, typical inventory data and any facilities that are not inventoried that should be)
All 13 facilities owned and operated by the City of High Point were kept on a database and along with the location information was
also kept on whether or not the facilities had permits or not.
II.G.2.b
The permittee maintained and implemented an 0&M program for municipally
Operation and
owned and operated facilities with the potential for generating polluted
Yes
01
Maintenance (O&M)
stormwater runoff.
for Facilities
If yes, the O&M program specifies the frequency of inspections.
Yes
01
If yes, the O&M program specifies the frequency of routine maintenance
requirements.
Yes
01
If yes, the permittee evaluated the 0&M program annually and updated it as
Yes
01
necessary.
Comments
Full inspections are required annually by City of High Point Stormwater inspectors. A smaller "safety/environmental" inspection is
performed by on -site employees once a month.
II.G.2.c
Spill Response
The permittee had written spill response procedures for municipal operations.
Yes
N/A
Procedures
Comments
General spill response exists for the City along with specific Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans at the landfill
and wastewater plants.
II.G.2.d Streets,
The permittee evaluated existing and new BMPs that reduce polluted stormwater
Roads, and Public
runoff from municipally -owned streets, roads, and public parking lots within its
Yes
01
corporate limits annually.
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Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Parking Lots
If yes, the permittee evaluated the effectiveness of existing and new BMPs
Maintenance Yes 01, 03
based on cost and the estimated quantity of pollutants removed.
Comments
II.G.2.f
The permittee maintained and implemented an 0&M program for the stormwater
O&M for Catch
sewer system including catch basins and conveyance systems that it owns and
Yes
01
Basins and
Conveyance Systems
maintains.
Comments (Briefly describe O&M program)
—1200 outfalls in City of High Point system. City of High Point will comfortably say at least 99% of their system is mapped. The city
will use a camera truck to help figure out the status of the pipes and location. On the mapped system any conveyance on private
property is mapped with a dashed line to help differentiate the system.
II.G.2.g
The permittee maintained a current inventory of municipally -owned or operated
Structural
structural stormwater controls installed for compliance with the permittee's post-
Yes
01,03
Stormwater Controls
construction ordinance.
Comments (Describe inventory information and number of controls in inventory)
451 inspections of SCMs throughout the city were performed.
II.G.2.h
The permittee maintained and implemented an 0&M program for municipally -
O&M for Structural
owned or maintained structural stormwater controls installed for compliance with
Yes
01
Stormwater Controls
the permittee's post -construction ordinance. If yes, then:
The O&M program specified the frequency of inspections and routine
maintenance requirements.
Yes
01
The permittee documented inspections of all municipally -owned or maintained
structural stormwater controls.
Yes
01
The permittee inspected all municipally -owned or maintained structural
stormwater controls in accordance with the schedule developed by permittee.
Yes
01
The permittee maintained all municipally -owned or maintained structural
stormwater controls in accordance with the schedule developed by permittee.
Yes
01
The permittee documented maintenance of all municipally -owned or
maintained structural stormwater controls.
Yes
01
Comments
Yearly inspections of all municipally owned and operated SCMs. All records of inspections are kept on the database and can be
easily found and organized by stormwater employees.
II.G.2.i
The permittee ensured municipal employees are properly trained in pesticide,
Yes
N/A
herbicide and fertilizer application management.
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Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Pesticide, Herbicide
The permittee ensured contractors are properly trained in pesticide, herbicide and Not
and Fertilizer
fertilizer application management. Applicable
N/A
Application
Management
The permittee ensured all permits, certifications, and other measures for
Yes
N/A
applicators are followed.
Comments
All staff related to application of chemicals are properly trained and certified.
II.G.2.j
The permittee implemented an employee training program for employees involved
Staff Training
in implementing pollution prevention and good housekeeping practices.
Yes
03
Comments
All municipal facility employees
are trained, over 300 employees total.
II.G.2.k
The permittee described and implemented measures that prevent or minimize
Vehicle and
contamination of stormwater runoff from all areas used for vehicle and equipment
Yes
01,03
Equipment Cleaning
cleaning.
Comments
Additional
Comments:
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Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 1
Facility Name:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
Eastside Wastewater Treatment Plant
8/20 @ 0830
Facility Address:
Facility Type (Vehicle Maintenance, Landscaping, etc.):
5878 Riverdale Drive
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Name of MS4 inspector(s) evaluated:
Most Recent MS4 Inspection (List date and name of inspector):
Robert Baker/Kelsie Burgess
12/17/2018 - Robert Baker
Name(s) and Title(s) of Facility Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Anita Simpson, Robby Stone City of High Point
Observations
Facility Documentation/Training
Does the facility have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) or similar document? Is it facility -specific?
Yes. SWPPP is specific to facility as required by the General Stormwater permit maintained by the facility.
What type of stormwater training do facility employees receive? How often?
Facility employees receive a sit specific training performed by the MS4 employees.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
The MS4 inspector receives yearly training.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about Permit requirements for pollution prevention and good housekeeping?
Yes. Inspector looks at all required areas and knows what type of pollutants are specific to this facility.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about stormwater pollution prevention and good housekeeping?
Yes. Inspector identified a few areas that may need to be addressed and knew what the signs of impacts were at all locations.
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form?
Yes. Attachment 07.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
Yes. Photos were taken of outfalls and any areas that may have had issues.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing the facility's SWPPP (or similar document)?
Yes.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 1
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire facility and inspecting all points of discharge?
Yes. MS4 inspector looked at all outfalls along with major areas of concern.
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious areas of concern? If so, explain:
No.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the facility contact?
Yes.
Inspection Results
Did the facility inspection result in any corrective actions to be implemented? If so, for what issue(s)?
It was recommended to inspector and facility to ensure access to all outfalls is kept maintained for inspection purposes.
If compliance corrective actions were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
During next mowing/maintenance cycle.
Notes/Com ments/Recommend ations
It was well noted that facility contacts knew and were friendly with all MS4 representatives. The contacts also mentioned upon
arrival that an issue previously noted by the MS4 had been addressed. It was also noted during the inspection that the inspector
struggled to locate one of the outfalls on the map. NCDEQ also noted that there was a storage area with large amounts of
oil/lubricants and although it was covered some of the containers were stored without secondary containment. This area was
indoors but should one of the containers bust the opportunity was there for fluids to reach the drains.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 2
Facility Name:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
HiTran Transit Operations Center
8/20 @ 1000
Facility Address:
Facility Type (Vehicle Maintenance, Landscaping, etc.):
716-718 W. Kivett Drive
Vehicle (Bus) Maintenance
Name of MS4 inspector(s) evaluated:
Most Recent MS4 Inspection (Date and Entity):
Robert Baker/Kelsie Burgess
12/31/2018 Robert Baker
Name(s) and Title(s) of Facility Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Anita Simpson, Robby Stone City of High Point
Observations
Facility Documentation/Training
Does the facility have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) or similar document? Is it facility -specific?
Yes, however the SWPPP had no evidence of being updated annually.
What type of stormwater training do facility employees receive? How often?
Facility employees receive a sit specific training performed by the MS4 employees.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
The MS4 inspector receives yearly training.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about Permit requirements for pollution prevention and good housekeeping?
Yes. Inspector looks at all required areas and knows what type of pollutants are specific to this facility.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about stormwater pollution prevention and good housekeeping?
Yes. Inspector did miss a large roll off container with rusted metal along with other rusted parts being stored outdoors.
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form?
Yes. Attachment 08.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
Yes.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing the facility's SWPPP (or similar document)?
Yes.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 2
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire facility and inspecting all points of discharge?
Yes.
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious areas of concern? If so, explain:
Inspector missed one area with an uncovered metal roll -off. The roll -off appeared to be filled with trash and was surrounded by
rusted metal.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the facility contact?
Yes
Inspection Results
Did the facility inspection result in any corrective actions to be implemented? If so, for what issue(s)?
An annual updated form will be added to the SWPPP.
If compliance corrective actions were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
As soon as possible.
Notes/Comments/Recommendations
Inspector had obvious knowledge of site and all areas of the site with potential pollutants would be present for the main target
pollutants. Inspector needs to ensure that the entire site is inspected including areas that may not have had target pollutants
during a previous inspection.
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ISite Visit Evaluation: Construction Site No. 1
Site/Project Name:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
Pegg Road Industrial Facility
8/19 @ 1320
Site/Project Address:
Operator:
Pegg Road & Gallimore Dairy Road
Spainhour & Sons
High Point, NC 27265
Project Type (Commercial, Industrial, Residential, CIP, Roadway,
etc.):
Commercial
NCG Permit ID Number:
Disturbed Acreage:
NCG01
10
Recent Enforcement Actions (Include Date):
N/A
Name of MS4 Inspector(s) evaluated:
Scott Ford
Name(s) and Title(s) of Site Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Anita Simpson, Robert Baker, Robby Stone City of High Point
Observations
Site Documentation/Training
Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) or similar document? Is it site -specific?
Site has an approved erosion and sediment control plan approved by the City of High Point
Does the site have approved erosion and sedimentation control plans onsite? Are they representative of current site conditions?
Unknown, inspector did not ask for the plans or look in job box for plans.
What type of stormwater training do site employees receive? How often?
Not Available.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
Inspector receives annual training from the MS4.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about MS4 and NCG010000 requirements for construction sites?
Inspector appears knowledgeable about sediment requirements however inspector does not appear to have the knowledge about
the extra requirements of the NCG01
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about erosion and sedimentation control/stormwater pollution prevention BMPs?
Yes. Inspector looked at the sediment ponds on site and noted small issues when present.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Construction Site No. 1
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist?
No.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
No.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing approved plans (erosion and sedimentation control and/or SWPPP)?
Yes, inspector had a copy of the plans.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire site and inspecting all points of discharge?
Yes.
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious violations? If so, explain:
Inspector walked right past an area where it appeared the contractor on site was working outside of the limits of disturbance.
Inspector also did not note the large amount of sediment that was accumulating on Pegg Road. Inspector missed a drop inlet that
was located on site that was completely covered with sediment where the inlet protection had failed.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the site contact in writing?
Inspector met with superintendent prior to leaving to talk about the site conditions.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include providing construction stormwater educational materials to the site contact?
No.
Compliance/Enforcement
What, if any, enforcement actions (verbal warnings, NOV, etc.) did the inspection result in?
N/A
If compliance issues were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
N/A
Notes/Comments/Recommendations
It should be noted that the site was not in bad condition and the inspector appeared to have a knowledge of the sediment control
requirements. Inspector did note that the large basin on the western edge of the site was installed and that stormwater employees
(Anita Simpson) had been on site to review the basin and ensure that it was installed properly and matched the approved design. It
should be noted that given the timeline of the basin being installed the requirements for permanent groundcover state that
groundcover should have been established at the basin. As stated previously the inspector also did not comment on area in
southwest corner where it appeared contractor was outside of the established limits. There was also sediment being tracked off of
the site onto Pegg Road due to lack of maintenance to the construction entrance. NCDEQ informed the City of High Point that this
should be considered and issue due to the fact that from the road this sediment will directly enter the city stormwater system and
can cause issues. Inspector also did not ensure that monitoring was being completed and did not check to ensure plans were being
kept on site.
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ISite Visit Evaluation: Construction Site No. 2
Site/Project Name:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
Westmoreland Place
8/20 @ 1430
Site/Project Address:
Operator:
4650 Johnson Street
BSC Holdings
High Point, NC 27265
Project Type (Commercial, Industrial, Residential, CIP, Roadway,
etc.):
Residential
NCG Permit ID Number:
Disturbed Acreage:
NCG01
58
Recent Enforcement Actions (Include Date):
NOV sent 8/16/2019
Name of MS4 Inspector(s) evaluated:
Scott Ford
Attachment 09
Name(s) and Title(s) of Site Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Anita Simpson, Robby Baker, Robby Stone City of High Point
Observations
Site Documentation/Training
Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) or similar document? Is it site -specific?
Site has an approved erosion and sediment control plan approved by the City of High Point.
Does the site have approved erosion and sedimentation control plans onsite? Are they representative of current site conditions?
Unknown, inspector did not ask for the plans or look in job box for plans.
What type of stormwater training do site employees receive? How often?
Not Available.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
Inspector receives annual training from the MS4.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about MS4 and NCGO10000 requirements for construction sites?
Inspector appears knowledgeable about sediment requirements however inspector does not appear to have the knowledge about
the extra requirements of the NCG01.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about erosion and sedimentation control/stormwater pollution prevention BMPs?
Yes. Inspector looked at the sediment ponds on site and noted small issues when present.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Construction Site No. 2
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist? Obtain copy.
No.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
No.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing approved plans (erosion and sedimentation control and/or SWPPP)?
No.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire site and inspecting all points of discharge?
Yes.
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious violations? If so, explain:
During the inspection with NCDEQ the inspector missed multiple violations including no groundcover, areas of downed silt fence,
and lack of inlet protection in road inlets.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the site contact in writing?
Yes.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include providing construction stormwater educational materials to the site contact?
No site contact on site.
Compliance/Enforcement
What, if any, enforcement actions (verbal warnings, NOV, etc.) did the inspection result in?
NOV was issued week prior.
If compliance issues were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
NOV had 15-day timeline.
Notes/Comments/Recommendations
It should be noted that during this inspection the site was currently under a NOV. During the inspection the inspector did not make
note of the lack of groundcover that was prevalent through the entire site. NCDEQ told all inspectors to inspect the site as they
normally would therefore the lack of comment is an issue. It was noted that the NOV did document this issue however it was not
observed by NCDEQ during the inspection. It was also noted by NCDEQ during the inspection that a >1-acre area near the
northeastern part of the site was currently without any protection outside of silt fence. Evidence on site showed that the area had
already suffered a loss of sediment and regulations require any drainage area over 1 acre have a control measure more than that of
just silt fence.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Post -Construction Stormwater Control Measure No. 1
Site Name:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
Fire Station #4
8/19/2019 @ 1045
Site Address:
SCM Type:
930 Old Winston Road
Wet Pond
High Point, NC 27265
Most Recent MS4 Inspection (Include Date and Entity):
Jan 2019, in compliance
Name of MS4 Inspector(s) evaluated:
Most Recent MS4 Enforcement Activity (Include Date):
Kelsie Burgess
N/A
Name(s) and Title(s) of Site Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Anita Simpson
Operations Analyst
Robert Baker Stormwater Specialist
Observations
Site Documentation
Does the site have an operation and maintenance plan?
Yes.
Does the site have records of annual inspections? Are they performed by a qualified individual?
Yes, they are kept with the stormwater office.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
Inspector receives annual training as well as being SCM inspector certified.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about MS4 requirements for post -construction site runoff controls?
Yes.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about post -construction BMPs (general purpose/function, components, O&M
requirements, etc.)?
Yes.
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form? What format?
Yes, the inspector uses a checklist that is special for each site.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
Yes, any issues are photographed along with the outfall and intake to the measure.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing the site's operation and maintenance plan and records of annual
inspections?
Yes, typically prior to getting on site as they are kept at the office.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Post -Construction Stormwater Control Measure No. 1
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire site and inspecting all points of discharge?
Inspector looked at the entire SCM including its outfall.
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious operation and maintenance deficiencies? If so, explain:
Inspector did not look at the area that was feeding the SCM. Parking lot and trash containers are present and should be looked at
to help catch issues that may impact the SCM in the future.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the site contact in writing?
Yes.
Compliance/Enforcement
What, if any, enforcement actions (verbal warnings, NOV, etc.) did the inspection result in?
Site maintenance was informed that the outfall was overgrown and will need to be cut back in order for access to the outfall to be
established. Inspector also noted that cattails were present and should be removed.
If compliance issues were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
As soon as possible.
Notes/Com ments/Recommend ations
Inspector was informed that the inspection of the measure was done well however since these measures are city owned the
inspection, while not required to look at the entire site, should at least include the immediate up gradient areas. At this facility the
main concern up gradient is the trash containers, that while during this inspection were kept up and very clean could present a
potential issue that could be caught and addressed prior to reaching the measure.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Post -Construction Stormwater Control Measure No. 2
Site Name:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
High Point Athletic Complex
8/19/2019 @ 1115
Site Address:
SCM Type:
2920 School Park Road
Bio-Retention Cell
High Point, NC 27265
Most Recent MS4 Inspection (Include Date and Entity):
April 2019 — In compliance
Name of MS4 Inspector(s) evaluated:
Most Recent MS4 Enforcement Activity (Include Date):
Robert Baker
Out of Compliance December 2018
Name(s) and Title(s) of Site Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Anita Simpson
Operations Analyst
Kelsie Burgess Stormwater Specialist
Observations
Site Documentation
Does the site have an operation and maintenance plan?
Yes.
Does the site have records of annual inspections? Are they performed by a qualified individual?
Yes, they are kept at the stormwater office.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
MS4 inspector receives annual training from the MS4 and also has received NC State's SCM Inspector Training.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about MS4 requirements for post -construction site runoff controls?
Yes.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about post -construction BMPs (general purpose/function, components, O&M
requirements, etc.)?
Yes.
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form? What format?
Yes, the inspector uses a checklist that is special for each site.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
Yes, any issues are photographed along with the outfall and intake to the measure.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing the site's operation and maintenance plan and records of annual
inspections?
Yes, typically prior to getting on site as they are kept at the office.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Post -Construction Stormwater Control Measure No. 2
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire site and inspecting all points of discharge?
Inspector looked at the entire measure including its outfalls.
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious operation and maintenance deficiencies? If so, explain:
Main issue missed by the inspector was large stockpile of sand being stored directly up gradient of storm drain that led to the bio-
retention cell.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the site contact in writing?
Yes.
Compliance/Enforcement
What, if any, enforcement actions (verbal warnings, NOV, etc.) did the inspection result in?
Bare areas need to be addressed as well as monitoring the potential dying plants in the cell.
If compliance issues were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
As soon as possible.
Notes/Com ments/Recommend ations
As with the previous inspection, the inspector appeared very knowledgeable about the measure and how it operates and how to
take care of it. The inspector did not look up gradient and inspect a large pile of sand that was going to the drains that fed to the
basin. Given the operation of a bio-retention cell this could have a large negative impact on the cell as it can cause decreased
drainage therefore leading to decreased efficiency. This issue should have been addressed during the inspection.
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APPENDIX A: SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Please Note:
Copy of report sent to City of High Point does not include City supplied documents.
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APPENDIX B: PHOTOGRAPH LOG
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Photo 1: Wet Pond at Fire Station #4
Photo 2: Wet Pond with noted cattails
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Photo 3: Location of overgrown outfall at wet pond
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Photo 5: Outfalls from bio-retention cell
Photo 6: Noted bare areas along bio-retention cell
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Photo 7: Pond without groundcover at Pegg Road project
Photo 8: Offsite sedimentation from Pegg Road project that was not observed by inspector
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Photo 9: Concrete washout being done directly onto ground
Photo 10: Offsite sedimentation via Pegg Road mud
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Photo 13: Large area without groundcover and sediment reaching unprotected stormwater
system at Westmoreland Place
Photo 14: Offsite sedimentation and downed silt fence at Westmoreland Place
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Photo 15: Part of Large area at northeast corner that drains solely to silt fence at Westmoreland
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Photo 16: Evidence of large amounts of erosion at Westmoreland Place
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Photo 16: Evidence of large amounts of erosion at Westmoreland Place
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Photo 17: Large basin in need of maintenance at Westmoreland Place
Photo 18: More offsite sedimentation and downed silt fence at Westmoreland Place
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Photo 19: General view of Westmoreland Place with limited to no groundcover
Photo 20: Drying area at Eastside WWTP
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Photo 24: Storage area for old materials at Eastside WWTP
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Photo 25: Oil/Lubricants being stored without secondary containment
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Photo 26: General storage area at Eastside WWTP (under cover)
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Photo 27: Diesel tank at Eastside WWTP with spill kit
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Photo 28: External "Junk" storage at Eastside WWTP
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Photo 29: General bus parking at HiTran facility
Photo 30: Indoor used oil storage at HiTran facility
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