WQ0040404_Modification_20201120

mcgdl
November 3, 2020
Mr. Tim Heim, P.E.
Water Quality Section
NCDEQ — Division of Water Resources
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Fast Track Sewer System Extension Application
Jackson Paper and Dollar Store Lift Station Improvements
Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
Jackson County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Heim:
Shaping Communities Together
On behalf of Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority, please find enclosed the Fast
Track Sewer System Extension Application for the above referenced project. The following
information is included with this submittal:
i Two copies of the Fast Track Sewer System Extension Application and
Supporting Documents
• $480 Application fee
One USGS topographic project vicinity map
One aerial project site map
• One copy existing permit WQ0040404
This application is a request for modification of the permit WQ0040404 issued on
November 5, 2018. The original project consisted of construction of a single triplex pump
station to replace two existing pump stations as well as gravity sewer and force main
improvements to facilitate connection into TWSA's existing sanitary sewer infrastructure. The
modified project scope consists of the in -place replacement of the existing Jackson Paper Lift
Station with a triplex unit of equivalent capacity and the existing Dollar Store Lift Station with a
duplex unit of equivalent capacity. Additionally, the project includes approximately 70 LF Of 16"
gravity sewer, 20 LF of 12" gravity sewer, 70 LF of 8" gravity sewer, 860 LF of 6" force main,
and 60 LF of 10" force main. These improvements will maintain the same functionality of the
existing lift stations with the addition of a diversion line for the Jackson Paper Lift Station to
divert sanitary sewer flows from TWSA's WWTP #1 to WWTP #2 when maintenance is required
on the existing 10" force main.
MCGILL ASSOCIATES 55 BROAD STREET, ASH LViLLE, NC 28801 /828.252.0575 / MCGILLASSOCIATE S.COM

Mr. Tim Heim, P.E
November 3, 2020
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This project has been funded by a combination grant and loan from the Division of Water
Resources under Project No. E-SRP-W-17-0055. Please call me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
MCGI L ASSOCIATES, P.A.
NELSON HERINGER, P.E.
Project Engineer
Cc: Daniel Manring, Executive Director, TWSA
Kyle Seaman, P.E. McGill Associates

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
DWRr
Division of Water Resources
15A NCAC 02T .0300 — FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION
Division of Water Resources FTA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Application Number:
(to be completed by DWR)
All items must be completed or the application will be returned
I. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name: Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority (company, municipality, HOA, utility, etc.)
2. Applicant type: ❑ Individual ❑ Corporation ❑ General Partnership ❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility
❑ Federal ❑ State/County ❑ Municipal ® Other
3. Signature authority's name: Daniel Manring per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)
Title: Executive Director
4. Applicant's mailing address: 1245 West Main Street
City: Sylva State: NC Zip: 28779-
5. Applicant's contact information:
Phone number: [phone] Email Address: dmanringka,twsanc.us
II. PROJECT INFORMATION:
1. Project name: Jackson Paper and Dollar Store Lift Station Improvements
2. Application/Project status: ❑ Proposed (New Permit) ® Existing Permit/Project
If a modification, provide the existing permit number: WQ0040404 and issued date: November 5, 2018
If new construction but part of a master plan, provide the existing permit number: WQ00
3. County where project is located: Jackson
4. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.3717' Longitude:-81.2167'
5. Parcel ID (if applicable): 7641-38-0681
(or Parcel ID to closest downstream sewer)
III. CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
1. Professional Engineer: Kyle Seaman, PE License Number: 042470
Firm: McGill Associates, PA
Mailing address: 55 Broad Street
City: Asheville State: NC Zip: 28801-
Phone number: [phone] Email Address: kyle.seamanamcgillassociates.com
IV. WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY (WWTF) INFORMATION:
1. Facility Name: TWSA WWTP #1 & 2 Permit Number: NCO039578 & NCO020214
Owner Name: Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
V. RECEIVING DOWNSTREAM SEWER INFORMATION (if different than WWTF):
1. Permit Number(s): WQ Downstream (Receiving) Sewer Size: inch
System Wide Collection System Permit Number(s) (if applicable): WQCS00108
Owner Name(s): Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 1 of 5

VI. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. If the Applicant is a Privately -Owned Public Utility, has a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity been attached?
[:]Yes [:]No ®N/A
2. If the Applicant is a Developer of lots to be sold, has a Developer's Operational Agreement (FORM: DEV) been attached?
❑ Yes ❑No ®N/A
3. If the Applicant is a Home/Property Owners' Association, has an Operational Agreement (FORM: HOA) been attached?
❑ Yes ❑No ®N/A
4. Origin of wastewater: (check all that apply):
® Residential Owned ® Retail (stores, centers, malls) ® Car Wash
® Residential Leased ® Retail with food preparation/service ® Hotel and/or Motels
® School / preschool / day care ® Medical / dental / veterinary facilities ❑ Swimming Pool /Clubhouse
® Food and drink facilities ® Church ❑ Swimming Pool/Filter Backwash
® Businesses / offices / factories ❑ Nursing Home ❑ Other (Explain in Attachment)
5. Nature of wastewater: 100 % Domestic/Commercial % Commercial
% Industrial (See 15A NCAC 02T .0103(20))
4,Is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ❑ Yes ❑ No
6. Hasa flow reduction been approved under 15A NCAC 02T .0114(f)? ❑ Yes ❑ No
➢ If Yes, provide a copy of flow reduction approval letter
7. Summarize wastewater generated by project:
Establishment Type (see 02T.0114(f))
Daily Design Flow a,b
No. of Units
Flow
Diversion from WWTP #1 to WWTP #2
maintenance activity only)
173,000 gal/day
1
173,000 GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
Total
173,000 GPD
a See 15A NCAC 02T .0114(b), (d), (e)(1) and (e)(2) for caveats to wastewater design flow rates (i.e., minimum flow per
dwelling; proposed unknown non-residential development uses; public access facilities located near high public use areas;
and residential property located south or east of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway to be used as vacation rentals as defined
in G.S. 42A-4).
b Per 15A NCAC 02T .0114(c), design flow rates for establishments not identified [in table 15A NCAC 02T.01141 shall be
determined using available flow data, water using fixtures, occupancy or operation patterns, and other measured data.
8. Wastewater generated by project: 173,000 GPD (per 15A NCAC 02T .0114)
➢ Do not include future flows or previously permitted allocations
If permitted flow is zero, indicate why:
❑ Pump Station or Gravity Sewer where flow will be permitted in subsequent permits that connect to this line
❑ Flow has already been allocated in Permit Number:
❑ Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewer with no new flow expected
® Other (Explain): diversion from WWTP #1 to WWTP #2 (only occurs during maintenance activities)
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 2 of 5

VII. GRAVITY SEWER DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) - 02T .0305 & MDC (Gravity Sewers):
1. Summarize gravity sewer to be permitted:
Size (inches)
Length (feet)
Material
16
70
DIP
8
70
DIP
12
20
DIP
➢ Section II & III of the MDC for Permitting of Gravity Sewers contains information related to design criteria
➢ Section III contains information related to minimum slopes for gravity sewer(s)
➢ Oversizing lines to meet minimum slope requirement is not allowed and a violation of the MDC
VIIL PUMP STATION DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) — 02T .0305 & MDC (Pump Stations/Force Mains):
COMPLETE FOR EACH PUMP STATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROJECT
1. Pump station number or name: Jackson Paper
2. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.3717' Longitude:-83.2167'
3. Design flow of the pump station: 1.44 millions gallons per day (firm capacity)
4. Operational point(s) of the pump(s): 1000 gallons per minute at 210 feet total dynamic head (TDH)
5. Summarize the force main to be permitted (for this Pump Station):
Size (inches)
Length (feet)
Material
6
840
DIP
10
60
DIP
6. Power reliability in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1):
® Standby power source or pump with automatic activation and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(B):
➢ Required for all pump stations with an average daily flow greater than or equal to 15,000 gallons per day
➢ Must be permanent to facility
Or if the pump station has an average daily flow less than 15,000 gallons per day:
❑ Portable power source with manual activation, quick -connection receptacle and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T
.0305(h)(1)(C)
or
❑ Portable pumping unit with plugged emergency pump connection and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(C):
➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant (draft agreement)
and is compatible with the station.
➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations' storage
capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel timeframes, shall be provided
in the case of a multiple station power outage.
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 3 of 5

VII. GRAVITY SEWER DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) - 02T .0305 & MDC (Gravity Sewers):
1. Summarize gravity sewer to be permitted:
Size (inches) Length (feet) Material
➢ Section II & III of the MDC for Permitting of Gravity Sewers contains information related to design criteria
➢ Section III contains information related to minimum slopes for gravity sewer(s)
➢ Oversizing lines to meet minimum slope requirement is not allowed and a violation of the MDC
VIIL PUMP STATION DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) — 02T .0305 & MDC (Pump Stations/Force Mains):
COMPLETE FOR EACH PUMP STATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROJECT
1. Pump station number or name: Dollar Store
2. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.3737720 Longitude:-83.218228'
3. Design flow of the pump station: 0.252 millions gallons per day (firm capacity)
4. Operational point(s) of the pump(s): 175 gallons per minute at 46 feet total dynamic head (TDH)
5. Summarize the force main to be permitted (for this Pump Station):
Size (inches)
Length (feet)
Material
6
20
DIP
6. Power reliability in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1):
® Standby power source or pump with automatic activation and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(B):
➢ Required for all pump stations with an average daily flow greater than or equal to 15,000 gallons per day
➢ Must be permanent to facility
Or if the pump station has an average daily flow less than 15,000 gallons per day:
❑ Portable power source with manual activation, quick -connection receptacle and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T
.0305(h)(1)(C)
or
❑ Portable pumping unit with plugged emergency pump connection and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(C):
➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant (draft agreement)
and is compatible with the station.
➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations' storage
capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel timeframes, shall be provided
in the case of a multiple station power outage.
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 3 of 5

IX. SETBACKS & SEPARATIONS — (02B .0200 & 15A NCAC 02T .0305(f)):
1. Does the project comply with all separations found in 15A NCAC 02T .0305(D & (g)
➢ 15A NCAC 02T.0305 contains minimum separations that shall be provided for sewers stems:
® Yes ❑ No
Setback Parameter*
Separation Required
Storm sewers and other utilities not listed below vertical
24 inches
Water mains vertical -water over sewer including in benched trenches
18 inches
Water mains horizontal
10 feet
Reclaimed water lines vertical - reclaimed over sewer
18 inches
Reclaimed water lines horizontal - reclaimed over sewer
2 feet
**Any private or public water supply source, including any wells, WS-I waters of Class I or
Class II impounded reservoirs used as a source of drinking water
100 feet
**Waters classified WS (except WS-I or WS-V), B, SA, ORW, HQW, or SB from normal
high water or tide elevation and wetlands see item IX.2
50 feet
**Any other stream, lake, impoundment, or ground water lowering and surface drainage
ditches
10 feet
Any building foundation
5 feet
Any basement
10 feet
Top slope of embankment or cuts of 2 feet or more vertical height
10 feet
Drainage systems and interceptor drains
5 feet
Any swimming pools
10 feet
Final earth grade vertical
36 inches
➢ 15A NCAC 02T.0305W contains alternatives where separations in 02T.0305(fl cannot be achieved.
➢ **Stream classifications can be identified using the Division's NC Surface Water Classifications webpage
➢ If noncompliance with 02T.0305( or (g), see Section X of this application
2. Does the project comply with separation requirements for wetlands? (50 feet of separation) ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
➢ See the Division's draft separation requirements for situations where separation cannot be meet
➢ No variance is required if the alternative design criteria specified is utilized in design and construction
➢ As built documents should reference the location of areas effected
3. Does the project comply with setbacks found in the river basin rules per 15A NCAC 02B .0200? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
➢ This would include Trout Buffered Streams per 15A NCAC 2B.0202
4. Does the project require coverage/authorization under a 404 Nationwide or ❑ Yes ® No
individual permits or 401 Water Quality Certifications?
➢ Information can be obtained from the 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch
5. Does project comply with 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6) (additional permits/certifications)? ® Yes ❑ No
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6), directly related environmental permits or certification applications are being prepared, have
been applied for, or have been obtained. Issuance of this permit is contingent on issuance of dependent permits (erosion and
sedimentation control plans, stormwater management plans, etc.).
6. Does this project include any sewer collection lines that are deemed "high -priority?"
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0402, "high -priority sewer" means "any aerial sewer, sewer contacting surface waters, siphon, or sewer
positioned parallel to streambanks that is subject to erosion that undermines or deteriorates the sewer.
❑ Yes ® No ❑ N/A
➢ If yes, include an attachment with details for each line, including type (aerial line, size, material, and location).
High priority lines shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six -months and inspections
documented per 15A NCAC 02T.0403(a)(5) or the permitee's individual System -Wide Collection permit.
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 4 of 5

X. CERTIFICATIONS:
1. Does the submitted system comply with 15A NCAC 02T, the Minimum Design Criteria for the Permitting of Puma Stations
and Force Mains (latest version), and the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria (latest version) as applicable?
® Yes ❑ No
If No, complete and submit the Variance/Alternative Design Request application (VADC 10-14) and supporting documents for
review. Approval of the request is required prior to submittal of the Fast Track Application and supporting documents.
2. Professional Engineer's Certification:
Kyle Seaman, P.E.
(Professional Engineer's name from Application Item III. I.)
attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is accurate, complete and consistent with the information supplied in the plans, specifications,
engineering calculations, and all other supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge. I further attest that to the best
of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer
Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers (latest version), and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting
of Pump Stations and Force Mains (latest version). Although other professionals may have developed certain portions of this
submittal package, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and
have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed $10,000, as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
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3. Applicant's Certification per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
Daniel Manring, Executive Director attest that this application for
(Signature Authority's name & title from Application Item I.3.)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of
this application are not completed and that if all required supporting documentation and attachments are not included, this
application package is subject to being returned as incomplete. I understand that any discharge of wastewater from this non -
discharge system to surface waters or the land will result in an immediate enforcement action that may include civil penalties,
injunctive relief, and/or criminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a condition
of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts of this application package are not completed and that if
all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to me as
incomplete.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature: Date:
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 5 of 5

R now
Mvlsion of Water Resources
Entity Requesting Allocation:
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Flow Tracking/Acceptance for Sewer Extension Applications
(FTSE 04-16)
Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
Project Name for which flow is being requested: Jackson Paper/D.S. Lift Station Improv.
More than one FTSE may be required for a single project if the owner of the WWTP is not responsible for all pump
stations along the route of the proposed wastewater flow.
I. Complete this section only if you are the owner of the wastewater treatment plant.
a. WWTP Facility Name:
b. WWTP Facility Permit #
TWSA WWTP #2 - Sylva
: NC0020214
c. WWTP facility's permitted flow
d. Estimated obligated flow not yet tributary to the WWTP
e. WWTP facility's actual avg. flow
f. Total flow for this specific request
g. Total actual and obligated flows to the facility
h. Percent of permitted flow used
All flows are in MGD
0.500
0.000
0.160
0.178
0.338
67.6%
IL Complete this section for each pump station you are responsible for along the route of this
proposed wastewater flow.
List pump stations located between the project connection point and the WWTP:
(A)
Design
Pump
Average Daily
Station
Firm Flow**
(Name or
Capacity, * (Firm / p fl,
Number)
MGD MGD
(B)
(C)
(D)=(B+C) (E)=(A-D)
Obligated,
Approx.
Not Yet
Total Current
Current Avg.
Tributary
Flow Plus
Daily Flow,
Daily Flow,
Obligated Available
MGD
MGD
Flow Capacity***
* The Firm Capacity of any pump station is defined as the maximum pumped flow that
can be achieved with the largest pump taken out of service.
** Design Average Daily Flow is the firm capacity of the pump station divided by a peaking
factor (pf) not less than 2.5.
*** A Planning Assessment Addendum shall be attached for each pump station located
between the project connection point and the WWTP where the Available Capacity is < 0.
Downstream Facility Name (Sewer): Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
Downstream Permit Number: WQCS00108
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FTSE 04-16

III. Certification Statement:
I Daniel Manring certify to the best of my knowledge that the addition of
the volume of wastewater to be permitted in this project has been evaluated along the route to the
receiving wastewater treatment facility and that the flow from this project is not anticipated to
cause any capacity related sanitary sewer overflows or overburden any downstream pump station
en route to the receiving treatment plant under normal circumstances, given the implementation of
the planned improvements identified in the planning assessment where applicable. This analysis
has been performed in accordance with local established policies and procedures using the best
available data. This certification applies to those items listed above in Sections I and II plus all
attached planning assessment addendums for which I am the responsible party. Signature of this
form indicates acceptance of this wastewater flow.
Signing Official
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ROY COOPER
CoYffnor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
S""fary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Interim dA[ raor
Dan Harbaugh, Executive Director
Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
1246 West Main Street
Sylva, NC, 28779
NORTH CAROLINA
Envhvnmental Quality
November 5, 2018
Subject: Permit No. WQ0040404
Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
Jackson Paper & Dollar General Lift Station Improvements
Wastewater Collection System Extension Permit
Jackson County
Dear Mr. Harbaugh:
In accordance with your application received November 1, 2018, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQ0040404 dated November 5, 2018, to the Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority (Permittee) for the
construction and operation upon certification of the subject wastewater collection system extension.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the
conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit
and is therefore incorporated therein by reference.
Please pay particular attention to the following conditions contained within this permit:
Condition 11.1: This permit shall not be automatically transferable; a request must be made and
approved.
Condition 11.4: Requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained
in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system -wide collection system
permit issued to the Permittee.
It shall be the responsibility of the Permittee to ensure that the as -constructed project meets the
appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North
Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement
wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to
the licensing board.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right
to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of this permit.
This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
2090 US 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828.296.4500

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Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
Permit No. WQ0040404
General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Tim Heim at [phone] or
via e-mail at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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G. Landon Davidson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
cc: Kyle Seaman, P.E. — McGill Associates (electronic copy)
Regional Office Files - LF
Water Resources Central Files - 1617 MSC
PERCS (electronic copy - LF)
20181105 WQ0040404 PERM.docx
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Environmental
Quality
WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted to the
Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
Jackson County
for the construction and operation of approximately 60 linear feet of 16-inch, and 1,065 linear feet of fl-
inch gravity sewer; a 1,175—gallon per minute pump station with triplex pumps, on -site audible and
visual high water alarms, telemetry, and a permanent generator with automatic transfer switch; as well
as approximately 60 linear feet of 10-inch, and 820 linear feet of 6-inch force main to replace two
existing lift stations and serve the TWASA #1 collection system by allowing diversion of 76,000 GPD from
TWASA WWTP #2 to TWASA WWTP #1, and diversion of 97,885 GPD from TWASA WWTP #1 to TWASA
WWTP #2 of wastewater into the Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority's existing sewerage system,
pursuant to the application received November 1, 2018, and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the
Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the
Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the
Department of Environmental Quality and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the
specified conditions and limitations contained therein.
DocuSigned by:
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G. Landon Davidson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of The Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number: WQ0040404
Permit Issued: November 5, 2018
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Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority is hereby authorized to:
Construct, and then operate upon certification the aforementioned wastewater collection extension.
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer
Authority #1 Wastewater Treatment Facility in accordance with Permit Number NC0039578.
Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not
meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as
applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations
and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division
approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by a North Carolina -licensed Professional
Engineer in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as -constructed
project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules.
Construction and operation is contingent upon compliance with the Standard Conditions identified
below.
STANDARD CONDITIONS
1. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection
facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request
shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and
other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered
on its merits and may or may not be approved. [15A NCAC 02T.0104; G.S 143-215.1(d3)]
2. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in
accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for
the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and
other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. [15A NCAC 02T.0110]
3. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the
application and other supporting data. [15A NCAC 02T .0110]
4. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The
Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system -wide collection system permit for the
operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual
permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met: [15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]:
a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge
to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater standards or
surface water standards.
b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained.
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c. An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative
maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response has been developed and
implemented.
d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e.
365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected
at least once per week.
e. High -priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six -months and inspections
are documented.
f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year.
g. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North
Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C.
h. A Grease Control Program is in place as follows:
1. For public owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least
biannual distribution of educational materials for both commercial and residential users and
the legal means to require grease interceptors at existing establishments. The plan shall also
include legal means for inspections of the grease interceptors, enforcement for violators and
the legal means to control grease entering the system from other public and private satellite
sewer systems.
2. For privately owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least bi-
annual distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection system by the
permittee or its representative.
3. Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts (1) and (2)
of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related sanitary sewer overflows.
i. Right-of-ways and easements shall be maintained in the full easement width for personnel and
equipment accessibility.
j. Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a) through (i) of this Rule for a minimum of
three years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system.
5. The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water resources staff member at the Asheville Regional
Office, telephone number [phone], as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours,
following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following:
a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or
b. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
c. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water
Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible, but this shall not be considered as the
initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be
reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number [phone] or (919)
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733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing and
submitting Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) within five days
following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed
to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current
Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. [G.S. 143-
215AC(a1)]
6. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to
interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater
to the surface waters of the State. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
7. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, the completed
Engineering Certification form attached to this permit shall be submitted with the required
supporting documents to the address provided on the form. A complete certification is one where
the form is fully executed and the supporting documents are provided as applicable. Any
wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion
of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the
Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions.
If the permit is issued to a private entity with an Operational Agreement, then a copy of the
Articles of Incorporation, Declarations/Covenants/Restrictions, and Bylaws that have been
appropriately filed with the applicable County's Register of Deeds office shall be submitted with
the certification.
A complete certification is one where the form is fully executed and the supporting documents are
provided as applicable. Supporting documentation shall include the following:
a. One copy of the project construction record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines &
force mains) of the wastewater collection system extension. Final record drawings should be
clear on the plans or on digital media (CD or DVD disk) and are defined as the design drawings
that are marked up or annotated with after construction information and show required buffers,
separation distances, material changes, etc.
b. One copy of the supporting applicable design calculations including pipe and pump sizing,
velocity, pump cycle times, and level control settings, pump station buoyancy, wet well storage,
surge protection, detention time in the wet well, and force main, ability to flush low points in
force mains with a pump cycle, and downstream sewer capacity analysis. If a portable power
source or pump is dedicated to multiple stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations' storage
capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, include travel
timeframes, shall be provided.
c. Changes to the project that do not result in non-compliance with this permit, regulations, or the
Minimum Design Criteria should be clearly identified on the record drawings, on the certification
in the space provided, or in written summary form.
Prior to Certification (Final or Partial): Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting
in non-compliance with this permit (including pipe length increases of 10% or greater, increased
flow, pump station design capacity design increases of 5% or greater, and increases in the
number/type of connections), regulations, or the Minimum Design Criteria. Requested
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modifications or variances to the Minimum Design Criteria will be reviewed on a case -by -case basis
and each on its own merit. Please note that variances to the Minimum Design Criteria should be
requested and approved during the permitting process prior to construction. After -construction
requests are discouraged by the Division and may not be approved, thus requiring replacement or
repair prior to certification & activation. [15A NCAC 02T .0116]
8. Gravity sewers installed greater than ten percent below the minimum required slope per the
Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria shall not be acceptable and shall not be certified
until corrected. If there is an unforeseen obstacle in the field where all viable solutions have been
examined, a slope variance can be requested from the Division with firm supporting documentation.
This shall be done through a permit modification with fee. Such variance requests will be evaluated
on a case -by -case basis. Resolution of such request shall be evident prior to completing and
submitting the construction certification. [ 15A NCAC 02T.0105(n)]
9. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life
of the wastewater collection facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0116]
10. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the
Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's
Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted
June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an
enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143-215.6A
through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities,
and/or referral of the North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. [15A
NCAC 02T .0104; 15A NCAC 02T .0108(b-c)]
11. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including
those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement
facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0110; 15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]
12. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by the Division any other Federal, State, or
Local government agencies which have jurisdiction or obtaining other permits which maybe required
by the Division or any other Federal, State, of Local government agencies. [G.S. 143-215.1(b)]
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FAST TRACK SEWER ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION
PERMITTEE: Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority
PERMIT #: WQ0040404
PROJECT: Jackson Paper & Dollar General Lift Station Improvements
ISSUE DATE: November 5, 2018
This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate in accordance with Condition 7 of
this permit until the Division has received this Certification and all required supporting documentation.
It should be submitted in a manner that documents the Division's receipt. Send the required
documentation the Regional Supervisor, Water Quality Regional Operations Section at the address at
the bottom.
Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion
of this Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to
appropriate enforcement actions. The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up
until a final certification is received. A Final Certification shall be a complete set of record drawings and
design calculations regardless of whether partials have been submitted.
PERMITTEE'S CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned agent for the Permittee, hereby state that this project has been constructed pursuant
to the applicable standards & requirements, the Professional Engineer below has provided applicable
design/construction information to the Permittee, and the Permittee is prepared to operate & maintain
the wastewater collection system permitted herein or portions thereof.
Printed Name, Title Signature
ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION
Date
I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina,
having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑ weekly, ❑ full time) the construction of the
Jackson Paper & Dollar General Lift Station Improvements and location as referenced above for the
above Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the
observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 02T; the Division of Water Resources' (Division) Gravity Sewer
Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design
Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as
applicable; and other supporting materials.
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North Carolina Professional Engineer's Seal w/signature & date:
❑ Final ❑ Partial (include description)
Certification Comments/Qualifiers (attach if necessary):
NC DWR — Water Quality Regional Operations Section 2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Asheville Regional Office Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]