NCG550852_authorization to construct_20151002

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Pat McCrory
Governor
Lee Ray Bergman LLC, Owner
Attention: Michael Bergman
PO Box 685
Durham, North Carolina 27702
Dear Mr. Bergman:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
October 2, 2015
Subject: Certificate of Coverage (COC) NCG550852
Authorization to Construct (ATC)
Under General Permit NCG550000 for
Single -Family Residence WWTP
144 Michael Drive, Durham 27704
Durham County
General Permit Coverage. In accordance with your Notice of Intent (NOI) to discharge and permit
application, the Division of Water Resources (DWR) herewith forwards an Authorization to Construct
(ATC) and Certificate of Coverage (COC) to discharge under the subject NPDES General Permit. The
Division issues this pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215 .1, the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection agency dated
October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
Your permit package includes:
O Certificate of Coverage / Authorization to Construct / Operation & Maintenance Instructions
▪ A copy of Wastewater Discharge General Permit NCG550000
0 A copy of the approved plans and specifications (signed October 1, 2015).
▪ Engineer's Certification form (to be returned to DWR upon project completion).
NOTE: To maintain active this COC, you must remit an annual fee of $60 to the Division of Water
Resources, beginning one year from the above issuance date, and thereafter each year. Please mail your
Annual Fee [include COC number NCG550852 on your check] to:
DWR / NPDES / SFR Permitting
Attention: Wren Thedford
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
DWR understands that the existing sand filter on the subject property has failed and that the nearest city
sewer connection is located.., 1,000 feet away (Nathan McHenry, City of Durham, 23Feb2015). Your
authorized consultant (Ratliff Engineering, P.E) estimates the cost to connect at $100,000 (assuming
$100/ linier foot). The Division concurs therefore that surface discharge is the more viable discharge
option for this single-family residence based on cost. DWR also notes that the local community is served
by a common water well located greater than 100 away from the subject property line.
N. C. Division of Water Resources / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
Phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
DENR Customer Service Center: 1 800 623-7748

With your authorization, Ratliff intends to install a wastewater treatment system designed to discharge to
Surface Waters of the State [in accord with plans and specifications signed by the engineer on February
26, 2015]. Compliance under General Permit NCG550000 restricts discharge flow, not to exceed 1,000
gallons per day. This COC/ATC covers treatment facilities currently designed for a 3-bedroom single-
family residence estimated to discharge 360 gpd (120 gallons per bedroom).
Please note that you must provide regular treatment -system operation, maintenance and inspections in
accord with manufacturer's recommendations and this ATC; all records, analyses, and logs to be kept
onsite available for DWR inspection [NCG550000, Section A. (2.)].
Operation and Maintenance. The Permittee is responsible to maintain all components in the
approved treatment system designed to meet Surface Water -Quality Standards. Compliance includes
following the manufacturer's guidelines, conducting and documenting inspections, establishing sources
for OEM spare parts and supplies, taking samples for analyses, making necessary repairs, and
documenting said maintenance for the duration of the permit. Please note that the receiving stream,
Chunky Pipe Creek (see attached site map), is governed as formally classified WS-IV; NSW; Water
Supply (WS-IV), and Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW).
If DWR determines that your discharge contributes to future degradation or impairment of this
waterbody, an individual NPDES permit may be mandatory. Upon DWR's request, the Permittee must
provide records and demonstrate regular efforts to maintain the approved treatment system. The
Division recommends that the Permittee solicit manufacture -certified training, or a qualified contractor
or service to regularly inspect and maintain this treatment system.
Authorization to Construct (ATC) Permit. This ATC details the conditions of installation and
operation. Before startup, activation requires notice to the Raleigh Regional Office (919-791-4200),
attention Mack Wiggins, a minimum of three (3) days in advance of discharge. Such notification shall be
made during normal office hours from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding State
holidays. The attached Engineer's Certification form, to be returned to DWR by the Engineer, documents
compliance "as built" in accord with this ATC approved plans and specifications submitted to DWR on
March 06, 2015 or as subsequently amended. No changes may be made without prior approval.
Therefore, in accord with the application and the attached approved plans and specifications, DWR
hereby authorizes the installation of a new surface -water discharge treatment system consisting of:
• septic tank [new 1,000-gallon with inspection risers and effluent filter]
• E-Z Treat filter and Pod600 dosing tank with inspection risers and effluent filter]
• Jet Chlor [tablet disinfection]
• Chlorine contact chamber
• Jet De-Chlor [tablet]
• effluent piping and sample point
• discharge outfall with aeration/erosion-controlled (riprap)
All elbow piping must conform to the long -sweeping type. All cleanouts must be housed in meter boxes
below grade. This treatment system shall be located at least 15 feet away from a dwelling, at least 100
feet from any water -supply well either on- or off -site. The system shall also be located and constructed
above any applicable 100-year flood line; 50-ft setback from property lines.
This ATC permit is issued in accordance with Part III, Paragraph 2 of NPDES General Permit
NCG550000, and is subject to revocation unless wastewater treatment facilities are constructed in
accordance with the conditions and limitations specified in this General Permit. In the event that the
facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including creating nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take
immediate corrective action as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement wastewater treatment(s) or disposal facilities. Failure to abide by the requirements of this
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ATC permit may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Resources in
accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
Compliance with the above shall include a leakage test performed on reused tanks and proposed new
tanks, or leak -certified new by the manufacture not to exceed an exfiltration rate of twenty (20) gallons
per twenty-four (24) hours per 1,000 gallons of tank capacity. The Engineer's Certification shall serve as
proof of compliance with this condition. Mail the completed Engineer's Certification to:
DWR/ NPDES Program
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
• The Permittee shall, for the life of the treatment facility, maintain on site a copy
of the approved plans and specifications available for DWR inspection.
Upon completing construction and prior to operating this permitted facility, a North Carolina -
registered engineer shall sign and submit to DWR the attached Engineer 's Certification form, thereby
certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in accordance with the NPDES Permit, this
Certificate of Coverage, this Authorization to Construct, and the approved plans and specifications.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this general permit are
unacceptable, you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual permit
application. Unless such demand is made, the certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
This COC is not transferable except after notice to the Division of Water Resources. The Division may
modify or revoke and reissue this COC. This COC does not affect you legal obligation to obtain other
permits that may be required by the Division of Water Resources, the Division of Land Resources, the
Coastal Area Management Act, or any other Federal or Local government.
NPDES Contact. If you have any questions concerning the requirements of this Certificate of Coverage
(COC) or Authorization to Construct (ATC) permit, please email Joe R. Corporon, L.G.
[[e-mail]] or call his direct line [919-807-6394].
c(..4
S. Jay Zimmerman, Directo
Division of Water Resources
Attachments: COC; Engineer's Certification form (to be signed and returned to DWR)
hc: Raleigh Regional Office, Danny Smith, Supervisor
NPDES General Permit Files
ec: Raleigh Regional Office, Mack Wiggins; Danny Smith
Ratliff Engineering, P.E., Amy Ratliff [[e-mail]]
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE - NCG550852
Under GENERAL PERMIT NCG550000
TO DISCHARGE 100%-DOMESTIC AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS
UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
(NPDES)
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Lee Ray Bergman, LLC
are hereby authorized to operate a wastewater treatment facility consisting of a septic tank with
effluent filter, secondary recirculation/dosing tank, table Chlor/Dechlor disinfection, effluent
discharge pipe; outfall with erosion protection/aeration (rip -rap); discharging from facilities
located at the
Single -Family Residence (SFR)
144 Michael Drive, Durham 27704
Durham County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary (UT) to Chunky Pipe Creek [stream
segment 27-9-1], a waterbody currently Classified WS-IV; NSW located within Subbasin 03-
04-01 of the Neuse River Basin, in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV of General Permit
NCG550000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective April 17, 2015.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect fo
Signed this day April 17, 2015.
ie duration of the General Permit.
y Zimmerman, ' . G., Dire
4--Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Junction Road
Outfall 001
(flows SE)
UT to Chunky Pipe
Creek
(flows SE)
Lee Ray Bergman LLC
Single -Family Residence WWTP
144 Michael Drive, Durham 27704
Receiving Stream:
Stream Class:
Stream Segment:
Latitude:
State Grids/USGS:
UT to Chunky Pipe Creek
WS-IV; NSW
27-9-1
36° 00' 29" N
C23SE /NE Durham
Drainage Basin: Neuse River
Sub -Basin: 03-04-01
HUC: 03020201
Longitude: 78° 50' 21" W
North
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Chunky Pipe Creek t
Facility
Location
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General Permit COC/ATC NCG550852
Durham County

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General Notes:
1. THE WASTEWATER SYSTEM INSTALLER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR C5OROINATWN OF ALL TRADES
AND SUBCONTRACTORS. THE INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR IS ALSO RESPONSIBLE FOR
VERIFYING ALL EXISTING 511E CONDITIONS, INCLUDING DIMENSIONS, ELEVATIONS AND
LOCATIONS OF AL EXISTING AND PROPOSED CONMT0N5 AND IIIILITIES,
2. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL El T RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLWNO WITH ALL EROSION AND
SEDIMENTATION CONTROL REQUIREMENTS. ALL AREAS DISTURBED DURING THE INSTALLATION
OF THE WASTEWATER SYSTEM SHALL BE SEEDED AND MULCHED WIDEN 49 HOURS OF
COMFLETDN.
3. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CLEAR ANC GRUB ALLAAREAS WHERE INSTALLATION IS TO TAKE
LACE. INCLUDING THE REMOVAL OF TREES. TREE WHOSE ROOT SYSTEM IS
SUBSTANTIALLY DAMAGED BY THE INSTALLATION OF THE SYSTEM SHALL BE REMOVED
DURING THE CONSTRUCTION.
4. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPoHABLE FOR REPAIRING ALL DAMAGES HIS 050114TATWI4
LOUSES TD 1HE DWN5R5 PROPERTY DURING THE PERFORMWCE OF TALE INSTALLATION,
5. THE TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL SYSTEM SHALL MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 100 FEET
SEPARATION FROM ANT WELLS, 4 VEST SEING F FROM PROPERTY LINES (WHEN POSSIBLE)
AND I5 FEET SEPARATION FROM ANY BUILDING FOUNDATION, INCLUDING STAIRS. PORCHES
AND DECKS.
5 _ & CONTRACTOR SHALL R5-USE E%ISRNC JET-CHLOR, CHLORINE CONTACT TANK µD
`(( __ JET-OECLOR IF POSSIBLE.
7. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CCMPL0NG WIT* ALL STATE AND LOCAL
CODESDEPARTMENT,UNICDOT, NC BUILDING C00ENAMERICAN SOLIIEIOFORT ESTNGN HEALTH
(ASTM), RULES AND RECULA110N5 OF THE NG DEPARTMENT OF 0GRICULIURE, AND NC
ER051DDN CONTROL STANDARDS.
B. THIS DRAWING IS TO BE Uf1Ll2E0 FOR INSTALLATION OF THE RECIRCULITINS SANG FILTER
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Well Notes:
1. IM MICH4EL ORM: 4 CONNECTED TO A COMMUNNY WELL LOCATED 9EMEEN HALL µD 118 MICEAEL DRNE, MI5 IS OVER 500 FEET FROM TH6 PROPERTY,
2. A4 ADJACENT HOMES TO 144 MICHAEL DRIVE ARE CONNECTED TD IRE COMMUNITY NELL,
E-Z TREAT Notes:
1. SYSIE9 SHALL BE INSTALED, OPEMTED AND MAINTAINED IN 077040µ05 WITH THE
OPERATION PERMIT ISSUED BY 1HE NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIR0NLIENT µD
NANSAL RESUURCES, OM510N OF WATER RE50URCE5.
2. THE 0UT4T 1EE FROM THE SEPTIC TANK SHALL HAVE AN EFRUENT FILTER INSTALLED PER
CURRENT COUNT REGULATIONS,
3. AL PIPING INCLUDING LATERAL SLEEVES, STML, RE SCHEDULE 40 PVC, IF PIPING IS 5U5CLPT9LE TO VEHICNWt 157701C, O SIM1L BE DUCTILE IRON PIPE
4. ALL 90 DEGREE BEW05 SHAIy SE LONG SWEEPIND ELBOWS OR A5COMPLBHED WITH 2-45
DEGREE BENDS FOR EASE OF LAIINTENANCE.
5. E-2 TREAT SYSTEM SHALL BE COVERED ARM A ROOF SYSTEM CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING
150 POUNDS PER SQUARE FOOT AND CONSTRUCTED OF /LATERALS RESISTANT TO DECAY
AND DEGRADATION. THE COVER ILUST SE E/SLY REMOVABLE FOR INSPECDON AND
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE.
B, 00CU7.E2 WI01 ANY ANNOTAT5NS SHOWNO APP40750 2 ATXINS 11*0(4 THE PLANS.
e. THE E21511NG SEPRC TANK SHALL BE REMOV50 0R FlLIED IN PER L0C4L µD STATE
RECULAT10N5 AN0 REPLACED WITH A NEW 1,000 } GALLON 5EP11C TANK.
B. THE PUMP CONTROL PANEL UTILIZED FOR THE E-Z TREAT -SYSTEM SHALL BE AN E-2
TREAT SIMPLEX RECIRCU1A7I0N/51MPLEX 1TME 00SE. RE -CIRCULATION PUMP CONTROL SET
TO THE MANUFACIUR5R'S SPECIFICATIONS, SEE DETAIL SHEET,
10. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS SHALL BE INSTALLED TO MEET OR EXCEED MINIMUM
RE001REMENIS SPECIFIED 4 THE ELECTRICAL CODE. ALL WIRING SHALL BE SIZED PER
CODE REQUIREMENTS AND BE RATED FOR DIRECT BURY, 30' MINIMUM BURY DEPTH,
PROVIDE INOMDUlL 0RCUR BREAKERS FOR THE PUMP AND ALARM.
1T CONTROL PANEL SHALL BE MOUNTED ON 4' X 4' TREATED P051 AND SHALL HAVE q SERVICE OURE1 1N *FATHER PROOF ENCLOSURE µD SET TO STATE Mµ5ATEO RDGH1.
Owner Notes:
THE OWNER SHALL MAINTAIN THE E-Z TREAT SYSTEM TO STATE STANDARDS,
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'"THE TABLET 01LO8NAi0R µD 0ECHLDR1NATCR SHALL BE NSPSCIED 'MEEKLY TO ENSURE
10557 5 AN ADEDUA3E SUPPLY OF TA0LETS'FOR CONTIMgUS N PROPER OPERATION.
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2. SEPTIC TANKS WILL BE CHECKED AT LEAST YEWLY TO DETERMINE IF SOLIDS FOIST BE
REMOVT7 0R IF OTHER MANTENANCE IS NECE55ARY,
O. SEPTIC TANKS SHALL BE PUMPED OUT WITHIN THREE TO FIVE YEARS OF THE ISSUANCE
DATE ON THE CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE.
4. CONTENTS REMOVED FROM SEPRC TANKS SHAL BE MSPOSED AT A LOCATION AND IN A MANNER COMPLAINT WBH ALL LOCAL AND STATE REDULATpNS,
S E-Z TREAT SYSTEM, GISINFECTON APPARATUS AND DECHL04DN5TION APPARATIS SHALL BE
INSPECTED WEEKLY TO CONFIRM PROPER OPEMTION.
B. ANNUAL SAMPLING DATA SHALL BE RETAINED ONSITE FOR A MINIMUM OF THREE YEARS.
7. THEREACE AMOUSHALLNTSBE, NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOUPS 0R FOAM VISIBLE IN OTHER THAN
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CERTIFICATION.
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Name of Stream Subbasin Stream Index Number Map Number Class
Chavis Branch NEU02 27-34-8-1 D24SW9 C;NSW
Cherry Branch NEU10 27-119 H31NE5 SA;HQW,NSW
Cherrytree Branch NEU11 27-101-5-1-0.3 G28SW4 C;Sw,NSW
Chunky Pipe Creek NEU01 27-9-1 C23SE8 WS-IV;NSW
Clarks Branch (Ketchum Pond) NEU05 27-80-4 G28NE4 C;Sw,NSW
Clayhill Branch NEU11 27-101-28 G30SW8 C;Sw,NSW
Clayroot Swamp NEU09 27-97-5 F30NW1 C;Sw,NSW
Clubfoot Creek NEU10 27-123 H31SE3 SA;HQW,NSW
Coffee Creek NEU10 27-135-13 H32NE5 SA;HQW,NSW
Coffee Creek NEU10 27-141-3-2 G32SW3 SA;HQW,NSW
Coles Branch NEU02 27-33-3 D23SE5 C;NSW
Contentnea Cr (Buckhorn Reservoir) NEU07 27-86-(1) E26NE4 WS-V;NSW
Contentnea Creek NEU07 27-86-(4.5) E26NE5 WS-IV;NSW
Contentnea Creek NEU07 27-86-(7) E27NW5 C;Sw,NSW
Contentnea Creek (Wiggins Mill Reservoir) NEU07 27-86-(5.8) E27NW1 WS-IV;NSW,CA
Cooper Branch NEU02 27-43-13 E25SW5 C;NSW
Coot Creek NEU13 27-152-10 G32NE3 SA;HQW,NSW
Core Creek NEU08 27-90 G29NW6 C;Sw,NSW
Core Sound NEU14 27-149 H33NE8 SA;ORW,NSW
Courts Creek (Coaches Creek) NEU10 27-127 H32NW4 SA;HQW,NSW
Cow Branch- NEU03- 27-41-1-5-14- E24SE6. C;NSW
Cow Branch NEU07 27-86-14-6 F27NE2 C;Sw,NSW
Cow Gallus Creek NEU13 27-150-26-2-2 G32NE8 SA;HQW,NSW
Cox Creek NEU13 27-150-28-5 G32NE4 SA;HQW,NSW
Coxes Creek NEU05 27-70 G27NE1 C;NSW
Crabtree Creek NEU01 27-2-6-1 C22SW9 WS-II;HQW,NSW
Crabtree Creek NEU02 27-33-(1) D23SE5 C;NSW
Crabtree Creek NEU02 27-33-(10) D24SW1 C;NSW
Crabtree Creek (Crabtree Lake) NEU02 27-33-(3.5) D23SE5 B;NSW
Creeping Swamp NEU09 27-97-5-3 F30NW5 C;Sw,NSW
Crooked Creek NEU01 27-2-18 C23SW5 WS-IV;NSW
Crooked Run NEUll 27-101-18 G29SE7 C;Sw,NSW
Crooked Run NEU10 27-108-1 B31NW1 SC;Sw,NSW
Cub Creek NEU01 27-2-20 C23SW6 WS-IV;NSW
Cullie Creek NEU10 27-128-6-1 H32NW6 SA;HQW,NSW
Cypress Branch NEU11 27-101-5-4 G28SE4 C;Sw,NSW
Cypress Creek NEU11 27-101-8 H29NW1 C;Sw,NSW
Cypress Creek NEU10 27-107-10 G31SW3 SC;Sw,NSW
Daileys Creek NEU05 27-71-1 G27NE5 WS-IV;NSW
Dam Creek NEU10 27-110 H31NW2 SC;Sw,NSW
Daniels Branch NEU10 27-112-6-1 H31NW5 SC;Sw,NSW
Dawson Creek NEU10 27-125-(1) G31SE9 SC;NSW
Dawson Creek NEU10 27-125-(6) G31SE9 SA;HQW,NSW
Deep Bend NEU14 27-148-4 H33NE1 SA;HQW,NSW
Deep Bottom Branch NEU11 27-101-15-5 G29NW9 C;Sw,NSW
Deep Branch NEU08 27-98-2.1 G30NW8 C;Sw,NSW
Deep Branch NEU10 27-115-2 H31SE1 SC;Sw,NSW
Deep Creek NEU01 27-3-4 B23SW3 WS-III;ORW,NSW
Deep Gully NEUll 27-101-32 G30SW5 C;Sw,NSW
Deep Gut NEU10 27-137-3 H33NW1 SA;HQW,NSW
Deep Oak Gut NEU13 27-150-26-2-1 G32NE8 SA;HQW,NSW
Deep Run NEU05 27-80-1 G28NW7 C;Sw,NSW
Deep Run NEU10 27-106-6 G31NWB SC;Sw,NSW
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joe.corporon - Permitting LOG
550852 - MOD/ATC Bergman Property - SFR 144 Michael Drive, Durham 27704;
DWR REVIEW: Ratliff Engineering replacing existing failed/permitted system; nearest sewer extension
City of Durham @ 1,000 feet minimum [$100/ft]; 3-br; E-Z Treat 600 pod; new 1,000-gal septic; simplex
recirc/dosing control panel; tablet Jet-chlor/dechlor; offsets: 15' build /50' prop /100' well
06Mar2015 -- NPDES - APP received
11Mar2015 -- received assignment.
18Mar2015 -- Mack called to say "site OK w/ RRO"; waiting on ATC from NPDES.
31Mar2015 -- Amy Ratliff called to ask status; Joe told her "issue by end of next week."
01Apr2015 -- reviewed site -location map; ATC not active in BIMS - Joe has no access [likely due to no
check for ATC required]; Joe generated COC/ATC documents submitted docs to John Hennessy for
signature, letter dated 08Apr2015.
08Apr2015 -- John returned file; wants clarification from the engineer:
1) What is the "Sewer Easement" adjacent to the property?
2) Is this a new project?
3) Where is the creek?
4) Where does the effluent drain?
15Apr2015 -- 144 Michael Drive, Durham
27704
According to consultant Chris Harris
[[e-mail]],
contracted to install treatment system, the
"Sewer Easement" was allocated by the land
owner, Lee Ray Bergman, LLC, for several
SFRs owned on Michael Drive, of which this
property is one (Joe/Chris,15Apr2015).
Presumably, Bergman intends to drain other
lots [3 or 4?] to this right-of-way.
Our judgment of this episodic discharge is
consistent with similar SFRs previously
observed. We conclude that effluent likely
percolates into the subsurface within a few
feet of the outfall. Treated wastewater discharged to the right-of-way could presumably flow S. to a roadside
ditch on Cheek Road [see map], thence SE to a UT to Chunky Pipe Creek [WS-IV; NSW]. Surface evidence
of said flow has not been observed.
Photo: Sewer Easement looking N from Cheek Road [behind lots]; permitted SFR is shown in picture
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Corporon, Joe
From: Amy Ratliff, PE <[e-mail]>
Sent Tuesday, March 31, 2015 2:39 PM
To: Corporon, Joe
Subject: RE: 144 Michael Drive
Thank you for the update, Joe.
Amy
Original message
From: "Corporon, Joe"
Date:03/31/2015 1:19 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Amy Ratliff
Cc: "Wiggins, Mack" ,"Hennessy, John"
Subject: RE: 144 Michael Drive
Amy —1 have approval from RRO to proceed with the documents. I intend to get this off my desk today.
However, with the Tong weekend, it's likely the review, signature and mailing won't happen till sometime late next week.
Thanks for your patience.
Respectfully,
Joe R Corporon, L.G.
Compliance and Expedited Permitting
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Division of Water Resources
NCDENR/ NPDES Program / Water Quality Permitting Section
919-807-6394; FAX [phone]
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- third parties.
From: Amy Ratliff[mailto:amynratliffengineering.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2015 10:18 AM
To: Corporon, Joe
Subject: 144 Michael Drive
Hi Joe,
I hope you are doing well. I wanted to check on the status of 144 Michael Drive. I know the State was very
eager for the owners to move forward with this project and the contractor is trying to schedule the
work. Anything you could let me know would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Amy Ratliff, P.E.
amyiu..xatliffengineerin :.com
Ratliff Engineering & Consulting, PLLC
ratliffengineering.com
919-294-4770
919-475-9948 (c)
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February 25, 2015
Joe Corporon, L.G.
NPDES Program
NCDENR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: NPDES General Permit
Authorization to Construct an E-Z Treat System
NOV-2014-PC-0256
Bergman Property
144 Michael Drive, Durham, NC 27704
Dear Mr. Corporon:
RECEIVEDIDENR/DWR
Water Quality.
Permitting ,ectlor
Michael Bergman, owner of 144 Michael Drive, retained Ratliff Engineering to design an E-Z Treat system
and apply for an Authorization to Construct for the previously mentioned property. This property has an
existing sand filter system that failed.
Enclosed is the following information in triplicate:
1) A completed and signed NOI application
2) As stated on the plans — All wastewater from the single family home is to be conveyed (piped) into
the new septic tank, including washing machine (gray water) drain water.
3) The existing septic tank will be filled in per local and state requirements and replaced with a new
1,000± gallon septic tank.
4) Plans and specifications are attached.
As stated in the attached email provided by the City of Durham, the closest available sewer for extension is
approximately 1,000 feet away. A rough estimated cost of $100 per liner foot for a total of approximately
$100,000 for the sewer line makes the connection to a gravity public sewer system economically infeasible
for a single residence. In addition they would be required to extend water and petition for annexation by
the City of Durham.
The new E-Z Treat system for the 3 bedroom single family residence with a design flow of 360 gallons per
day at this address will include the following:
1) New 1,000± gallon septic tank with effluent filter tee — the existing tank is to be filled in per local
and state requirements.
2) Addition of a 1,000± gallon recirculation tank with
a. an E-Z Set Bypass Valve,
4224 Lazyriver Drive 919-294-4770
Durham, NC 27712 http://ratliffengineering.com/

b. ST.E.P. Plus — STta-Rite Effluent Pump -4" submersible filtered effluent 10 GPM model
pump. Pump information attached.
c. E-Z Treat — Simplex Recirculation, Simplex Time Dose Control Panel — see Sheet 3 of 3.
3) A new E-Z Treat Single 600 Media Filter Pod, two tank design (septic & recirculation tanks).
4) All piping will be Schedule 40 PVC unless it is susceptible to vehicular traffic which will require DIP.
5) One Jet-Chlor tablet chlorinator for disinfection — re -use existing unit if possible.
6) One chlorine contact basin — re -use existing unit if possible.
7) One Jet-Chlor tablet de -chlorinator for de -chlorination — re -use existing unit if possible.
8) Post Aeration provided by rip -rap
All new system components installed shall maintain a minimum of 15 feet separation from any building,
100 feet separation from any well, and 50 feet or as much distance as possible shall be maintained from
any property lines. Michael Drive is served by a community well that is over 100 feet from the property.
If you have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at
[e-mail] or 919-475-9948.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Regards,
t-�
sivt# tea. PE
CEO, Chief Civil Engineer

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NCDENR
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Division of Water Resources
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Application for Coverage Under General Permit
NCG550000
Single Family Residences and/or facilities discharging
< 1000 gallons per day of domestic wastewater
NOTICE OF INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H .0127(d)]; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H .0103(19)]
(Please print or type) Response to NOV-2014-PC-0256
FOR AGENCY USE ONLY
Date Received
Year
Month
Day
Certif cate of Coverage
N C G
5
5 fC fob
2
Check #
Amount
Assigned To:
1. Regional Office contact (Please note: This application will be returned if you have not met with a
representative from the appropriate regional office.):
Please list the NCDENR Regional Office representative(s) with whom you have met:
Name(s): Mack Wiggins Date: multiple phone calls
2. Mailing address of owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Owner Name Lee Ray Bergman, LLC (Michael Bergman)
Street Address PO Box 685
City Durham State NC ZIP 27702
Telephone # (H) Telephone # (W)
Ce1UMobile # 919-812-0403 Email [e-mail]
3. Location of facility producing discharge: (Iffacility is not yet constructed, give street address or lot #)
Street Address 144 Michael Drive
City Durham
County Durham
Telephone #
State NC zip 27704
Cell/Mobile #
4. Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility (use street names, state road numbers, and distance
and direction from a roadway intersection). Take US-70 West to Cheek Road (Exit 286) turn right;
go 1.3 miles and turn left on Michael Drive; 144 is on the left
5. This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following :
❑ New [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H .0103(161] or Proposed (system not constructed)
❑ Existing [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H .0103(11)]; If previously permitted by local or county health
department, please provide the permit number
and issue date
IX Modification; please describe the nature of the modification:
Installation of new septic tank, recirculating/dosing tank, E-Z Treat Recirculating Sand Filter
system, re- use chlorination. chlorine contact tank, and dechlorination, add post aeration
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NCG550000 New Applicant
6. Description of Discharge: [Required by 15A NCAC 02H .0105(c)(1)]
a) Amount of wastewater to be discharged:
Number of bedrooms 3 x 120 gallons per bedroom = 360
360 gallons per day to be permitted
b) Type of facility producing waste (please check one):
❑ Primary residence 0 Vacation/second home
IN Other: Rental
7. Please check the components that comprise the wastewater treatment system:
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H .0105(c)(3)]
K] Septic tank
0 Primary sand filter
1,0 Chlorination
M Dosing tank
0 Secondary sand filter
lR Dechlorination
® Post Aeration (specify type) Rip -Rap
DEC] Recirculating sand filter(s) EZ Treat
0 Other form of disinfection:
8. For new or proposed systems only - Please address the feasibility of alternatives to discharging for the
following options in the cover letter for this application:
[Evaluation required by G.S. & 143-215.1(b)(5)(a) and 15A NCAC 02H .0105(c)(2)]
a) Connection to a Regional or Municipal Sewer Collection System.
b) Letter from local or county health department describing the suitability or non -suitability of the site for all types of
wastewater ground adsorption and innovative non -discharge systems. Document the repair potential of the failed
system.
c) Land Application such as spray irrigation or drip irrigation.
9. Receiving waters: [Required by 15A NCAC 02H .0105(c)(1)]
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water (creek, stream, river, lake, etc.) that the facility wastewater
discharges end up in? Chunky Pipe Creek
b) Stream Classification (if known): WS-IV, NSW
10. The application must include the following or it will be returned, as allowed by 15A NCAC 02H .0107(b):
a) For Certificates of Coverage:
o An original letter and two (1) copy requesting coverage under NCG550000.
❑ A signed and completed original and one copy of this Notice of Intent Application.
❑ A check or money order for the permit fee of $60.00 [per G.S. 143-215.30.1i lb)] made payable to NCDENR. N/A
❑ Invoice showing that the septic tank has been pumped and serviced within the last 12 months (only when
existing service tank will be used). N/A
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NCG550000 New Applicant
New or proposed facilities must also include:
❑ Letter from the county health department evaluating the proposed site for all types of ground absorption and
innovative non -discharge systems. Document the repair potential of the failed system.
❑ Evaluation of connection to a regional sewer system (approximate distance & cost to connect).
❑ Provide a 7Q10 flow estimate at the proposed wastewater discharge point from the US Geological Survey (919-
571-4000)
b) For an Authorization to Construct (ATC) only: (Note: There is no fee for an ATC)
RI A letter requesting an ATC
CZ Three sets of plans and specifications (required by 15A NCAC 02H .0138) of proposed treatment system (see
Permit Application Checklist and Design Criteria for Single Family Discharge)
0 Invoice showing that the septic tank has been pumped and serviced within the last 12 months (only when
existing septic tank will be used). N/A - existing tank will be filled in and abandoned
Additional Application Requirements:
a) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer (or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer (or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant, per 15A NCAC 02H .0138(b)(1).
b) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer (or engineering firm), fmal plans for the
treatment system must be signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and
stamped - "Final Design - Not released for construction;" per 15A NCAC 02H .0139.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer (or engineering firm), final specifications
for all major treatment components must be signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered
Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative description of the treatment system to be
constructed; per 15A NCAC 02H .0139.
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NCG5S0000 New Applicant
CERTIFICATION
1 certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Michael Bergman
Title: Owner - Lee Ray Bergman LLC
(Please review A. N ACO2H .0106(e) for authorized signing official:.;
(Signature of Applicant)
(Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 4 1,13-•2.15.6S provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement represen ation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or
other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this Article; or who knowingly makes a
false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case under this Article; or who falsifies, tampers with, or
knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article
or rules of the Commission implementing this Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000). 18 J.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5
years, or both, for a similar offense.
Application must be accompanied by a check or money order for $60.00 [per G.S 143-21 5. 3(a)( Ib)j
made ,7 ayablt: to:
RACDi:N'.R.
♦ ♦ ♦ a•
Mail this application and one copy of the entire package (with check) to:
NC DENR / DWR. / Vi`.rtt r?-ti3 lLty Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
Note: The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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RATLiFF
ENGINEERING &CDNSU LTING
February 23, 2015
RE: Design Services Agreement
E-Z Treat Re -Circulating Sand Filter System
Bergman Property
144 Michael Drive
Durham, NC 27704
RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
Water Quality.
Permitting Sector
I, Michael Bergman, have retained Ratliff Engineering & Consulting through Central Carolina Septic to
design an E-Z Treat Re -Circulating Sand Filter System and apply for a Certificate of Coverage and/or
Authorization to Construct for my property located at 144 Michael Drive, Durham, NC. This meets the
requirements of NCDENR regulation 15A NCAC 02H .0105.
...1.„ / ,
ergman, An--y L. i tIiff, PE
Box 685 CEO, Chief Civil Engineer
Durham, NC 27702 Ratliff Engineering & Consulting, PLLC
4224 Lazyriver Drive 919-294-4770
Durham, NC 27712 http://ratliffengineering.com/

Amy Ratliff
• From: McHenry, Nathan <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, February 23, 2015 8:36 AM
To: [e-mail]
Subject: RE: Sanitary Sewer Availability - 144 Michael Drive
Good Morning Amy:
The closest sewer (as the crow flies) is over 1000 feet away. This particular address is outside�£�(1e���cllhib�r,
presently no plans to provide sewer to this area. +���C tIV 11lJVV
Take care,
Nate
From: Amy Ratliff[mailto:amy©ratliffengineering.com]
Sent: Sunday, February 22, 2015 4:14 PM
To: McHenry, Nathan
Subject: Sanitary Sewer Availability - 144 Michael Drive
Hi Nathan,
Water Quality
Permitting Sectior
I hope you have been doing well. I have been contacted by the homeowner at 144 Michael Drive that NC DENR
has indicated need to install a recirculating sand filter system due to a failing septic system. Prior to permitting the
State requires confirmation that public sewer is not a feasible option. Can you please provide a distance to
available sewer for this location?
If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call at 919-475-9948.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Regards,
Amy
MeV, PE
CEO, Chief Civil Engineer
[e-mail]
Ratliff Engineering & Consulting, PLLC
http://ratliffengineering.com/
919-294-4770 - office 812Woodland Road
919-475-9948 - cell Creedmoor, NC 27522
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Operation and Maintenance
E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
1-703-753-4770
E-Z Set Company requires regular inspection and maintenance of the E-Z Treat Re -
Circulating Sand/Media Filter, as a condition of purchase and ongoing operation
compliance. The mandatory service contract will include a performance based system
inspection. The service provider must be trained and certified by E-Z Set Company.
All inspection and maintenance reports must be forward, along with any additional
documentation, to E-Z Set Company, the local authorized E-Z Treat Dealer and all
required or designated regulatory agencies.
The following is a list of the routine maintenance and cleaning procedures that are
required by E-Z Set Company. Failure to perform the required system maintenance could
reduce the desired performance of the system and will void the warranty on the E-Z Treat
Sand Filter System.
Semi-annual inspections the first year of operations and annual inspections thereafter.
E-Z Treat Re -Circulating Sand/Media Filter Model # 0600
Capacity of Model #0600 - 700 GPD Residential Strength Effluent
E-Z Treat Re -Circulating Sand/Media Filter Model # 1200
Capacity of Model # 1200 —1400 GPD Residential Strength Effluent
Septic Tank
The septic and re -circulation tank shall be inspected annually to ensure they are operating
properly. Remove the access covers over the tank openings to perform the inspection.
1. Verify the lid and riser assemblies are watertight. Check for any damaged,
water weeping marks, holes or cracks. The system must remain watertight to
perform properly.
2. Remove, clean and replace the outlet effluent filter in accordance with the
instructions provided by the effluent filter manufacturer.
3. Inspect the liquid level in the septic tank, it should be level with the bottom of
the outlet pipe.
4. Inspect the effluent and scum layers in the septic tank. Look for oil or any
other contaminants that are not normal.
5. Verify the tank has received its scheduled pumping and cleaning. Check the
solids layer in each of the tanks. If the solids layer is excessive have the tank
pumped.
Re -Circulation Tank
The re -circulation tank shall be inspected annually to ensure it is operating properly.
Remove the access covers over the tank openings to perform the inspection.
Verify that the lid and riser assemblies are watertight. Check for any damaged, water
weeping marks, holes or cracks, the system must remain watertight to perform properly.
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Operation and Maintenance E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
Re -Circulation Tank
1. Inspect the liquid level in the re -circulation tank, it should be level with the
bottom of the outlet pipe.
2. At initial Starting -Up of the system remove the end caps from the spray
manifold. Operate the re -sire pump by turning the pump control to the "Hand -
On" position. Let the pump run for 1 (one) minute the turn the pump control
to the "Off" position repeat this procedure three times to flush any
construction debris such as dirt or pipe shavings from the spray manifold.
Replace the end caps "Hand Tight" do not use wrenches or pliers. Re -set the
pump control selector switch to the"Auto" position.
3. Inspect the float by-pass valve. Manually start the re -circulation pump and
observe the float ball valve, the ball should drop as the liquid in the re-
circulation tank drops the effluent returning from the sand filter pod should
flow back into the re -circulation tank and should not flow out the discharge
pipe.
4. Verify that all the re -circulation pump floats are in good condition, properly
secured to the float bracket and are able to move freely within the re-
circulation tank.
5. Observe the system as it re -circulates. Visually verify all flows thru the
system.
Control Panel/Pumps/Alarms
i . Check the functions of the E-Z Treat Sand Filter control panel.
Control: Main Control "On/Off Switch"
Function: Turns Power ON or OFF
Control: System Setting Switch "Manual ON" and "Auto On"
Function: "Manual ON" overrides al Float Switches and Time Clock
Switches "Auto On" allows for normal operations dictated by the Time Clock
and Float Switches.
Control: Time Clock " M i nutes On" and "Minutes Off"
Function: Controls run time of re -circulation pump i.e. GPD re -circulated thru
media
Control: High and Low Water Alarm "Alarm On", "Alarm Auto" and
"Alarm Silence".
Function: "Alarm On" will manually turn on the audio/visual warms. "Alarm
Auto" is the normal operational setting and "A I arm Si l ence" turns off the
alarms.
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Operation and Maintenance E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
E-703-753-*'70
Check re -circulation pump. Place the system in the manual mode by turning the re-
circulation pump switch to "ON". The re -circulation pump should begin to supply
effluent to the spray nozzles in the treatment pod.
2. Check the voltage and motor amp draw and record the readings. if the readings
are beyond the limits of the NEC recommendations, have an electrician check the
main service line feeding the system control panel.
3. Place the system in the normal operating mode by turning the re -circulation pump
switch to "AUTO" . Verify the Time Clock ON/OFF settings are the same as set at
system start-up. Record those timer settings in the system log.
4. Verify the accuracy of the system ON/OFF Timer Clock. To accomplish this use a
stop watch and verify the length of time the re -circulation pump is OFF then
verify the time the re -circulation pump is ON, those times should match the
ON/OFF Timer Clock settings in the control panel.
Re -Circulation Pump Time Clock
Light Will Burn Green to Indicate Re -
Circulation Pump is OFF
Of
Light Will Burn RED to Indicate
Re -Circulation Pump is ON
Window Will Display OFF Sec., Min. or Hr.
Rotate OFF Dial Until Min. Appears in Window
OFF Dial Seconds, Minutes or Hours
Window Will Display ON Sec., Min. or Hr.
Rotate ON Dial Until Min. Appears in Window
ON Dial Seconds, Minutes or Hours
Rotate Dial to Desired Minutes ON \ Rotate Dial to Desired Minutes OFF
Clock Face Dial Will Change the Clock Face
From a Maximum Time of 1.5 Units to a Maximum
of 30 Units. Always Set the Clock Face to 30.

5. Confirm the operation of the visual and audible" HIGH" and "LOW' water
alarms. The control has an alarm switch clearly marked Alarm "ON", Alarm
"Auto" and Alarm " Si I ence" Place the A I arm Switch in the " ON" position, you
will hear a loud bu77er and see a red flashing light. Move the switch to the
Alarm" Silence" position the red Tight and buzzer will go dormant.
6. Once the alarms have been triggered return all settings to their original position of
Alarm "AUTO" (If applicable, verify the operation of the telemetry unit by
checking the alarm notations on the website.)
7. Verify the floats are operational by manually raising and lowering the floats to
simulate the systems norm operation. Verify proper operation of "High Level
Float" by lifting the float whilethesystem Timer Clock is in the "OFF time
mode, the re -circulation pump should turn on over riding the"OFF' timer, the
Visual and Audible alarms should activate. Return the float to its normal position
the re -circulation pump will turn off. Reset the alarms and manually lower the
"Low Water Float" with Timer Clock in the"ON' mode, the re -circulation pump
will turn off and the visual/audible alarms will activate. Return the float to the
normal position and the re -circulation pump will run. Reset the Alarms.
8. Properly re -install and secure all tank accesses!
E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
The E-Z Treat Sand Filter should be inspected to ensure it is operating properly. Remove
the pod cover to perform this inspection.
1. Take a grab sample of the effluent check for:
a. Odor, the effluent may have an earthy or musty smell there should be
no strong or offensive odors present.
b. Color, the effluent should be clear and absent of any color.
c. Solids, there should be no visible suspended solids
d. Solids, let sample set for 15 minutes, there should be no visible settling
of solids.
e. Test the pH, it should measure 6.9 to 7.5
If there is odor, color or solids clean the media.
If the Ph is below 6.9 reduce the re -circulation rate by increasing to "Off"
time on the Time Clock Control. Recheck the Ph in 90 days.
2. Observe the spray distribution nozzles during operation. If a nozzle appears to
be clogged or if the spray pattern is not uniform, remove the nozzle and clean
the nozzle using a pipe stem cleaning brush.
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Operation and Maintenance
E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
1-703-753-4770
3. Record the pressure reading on the distribution manifold gauge. Compare that
pressure to the pressure recorded at the previous inspection. The pressure
should read 18 to 27 PSI.
a. Verify the pressure gauge on the spray distribution manifold is
performing properly.
b. Verify the flow rate at the spray nozzles (it should be 1.75 to 2 GPM).
c. Verify the re -circulation pump is the same make and model pump that
was specified for the original installation.
d. Verify the re -circulation pump is performing in accordance to the
pump manufacturers' specificions including amp draw and flows at
specific pressures.
e. If the pressure is above the prior recording or above the start up
setting, open the ends of the distribution manifold lines, manually start
the re -circulation pump and allow it to run for 5 minutes. This should
flush out the spray distribution lines. If the pressure remains too high,
after cleaning the spray nozzles and flushing the spray distribution
lines, adjust the pressure to the desired PSI using the ball valve on the
main spray distribution supply line.
f. If the pressure/flow is too low check for cracks, breaks or obstructions
in the main distribution supply line.
4. Verify the treatment pod is properly draining by looking down the pod side
wall vents, there should be no standing water, the bottom of the pod should be
visible.
5. Visually inspect the surface of the treatment media for:
a. Holes, tears, loose seams
b. Foreign material
c. Black color on media (media should have light brown tint)
d. Excessive bio mat growth
e. Ponding
f. Clumping of the media.
Note: If any, of these conditions exist the media needs to be cleaned or replaced.
6. Lift the corners of the media mattress and visually inspect the sides and
bottom of the treatment media for:
a. Holes, tears, loose seams
b. Black color on media (media should have light brown tint)
c. Excessive bio mat growth
d. Clumping of the media.
Note: If anv of these conditions exist the media needs to be cleaned or replaced.
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Operation and Maintenance
Cleaning the Filter Media
E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
1-703-753-4770
Depending upon influent strength and influent volumes, excessive biological growth can
accumulate inside and on the surface of the media filter after 3 to 5 years of use. Cleaning
of the media is a very simple and easy 10 step process.
Step One: Turn off power to any discharge pump.
Step Two: Remove the treatment pod cover and remove the spray distribution
manifold.
Step Three: Connect wash down hose to the main spray distribution supply line.
Step Four: Manually turn on the re -circulation pump.
Step Five: Pressure wash the surface of the media mattress, the wash water will
drain into the re -circulation tank and will be re -used as wash water.
Step Six: Roll the media mattress and wash the sides and bottom of the media
mattress.
Step Seven: After the media is completely cleaned properly place the media
mattress in the treatment pod.
Step Eight: Re -Install the spray distribution manifold.
Step Nine: Pump out and clean the Re -Circulation Tank removing all the wash
down water. Pump out the Septic Tank.
Step Ten: Turn on power to discharge system and return the treatment system
from Manual mode to Automatic mode.
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Operation and Maintenance
Replacement of Media Mattress
E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter
1-703-753-4770
If the Filter Media is exposed to excessive concentrations of petroleum products, paints,
glues, waxes etc. it will become necessary to replace the media. The replacement process
it is a very fast and simple. Removing the media mattress should be performed by service
agents that are trained and certified by E-Z Set.
Step One: Turn off power to recirculation pump, discharge pump and controls.
Step Two: Pump the Septic tank and re -circulation tank to assure continued
service by residence during the replacement.
Step Three: Remove the spray distribution manifold.
Step Four: Lift the media mattress out of the filter pod.
Step Five: Place the mattress into the fiberglass Transport Container provided by
E-Z Set Company. The Transport container is easily hauled in a pickup truck or
on a light duty trailer.
Step Six: Install new Filter Media and replace distribution manifold.
Step Seven: Reset all system control settings to "AUTO" and turn the man
power switch to the ON position.
Once the mattress is returned to E-Z Set the material will be sent to the nearest re -cycler
to be reprocessed and sold on the open styrene market, disposal of this product is easy
and economical.
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Attention System Owner and Users
Caution: Do Not Open or Enter Any System Components for Any Reason. If a
Problem Exists or You have Questions about Your System, Call Your Certified
Services Provider.
Once the E-Z Treat System is installed, a post -construction conference is
recommended. This is an opportunity to familiarize the owner with the system.
No attempt should be made to adjust any component of this system except by a
Certified Operator.
The E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter System allows the homeowner to receive a high
quality, reliable and economical wastewater system that protects the environment.
As with any onsite wastewater treatment system, the homeowner should be familiar
with basic guidelines which help the system achieve repetitive, reliable performance.
Please do not hesitate to contact your certified operator or E-Z Set Company with
any questions, concerns or comments about your E-Z Treat Sand/Media Filter.
Users of the System Remember!
To assure proper performance of your E-Z Treat Re -Circulating Sand/Media
Filter, you should avoid disposing of the following products into your septic tank:
Oil & Grease (kitchen waste)
L Water Softener backwash
Wax & resins
Petroleum Products
L Paint & Paint Solvents
Pesticides
Condoms & sanitary napkins
Toxic substances (Liquid Plumber, Drano, etc.)
Non -Biodegradable products (cigarette butts, antibacterial wipes, etc.)
Any kind of septic tank additive (Rid-X, etc.)
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E-Z TREAT Sand/Media Filter 703-753-4770
Owner's Guidelines
Attention System Owners and Users
Remember, As The Owner.....
Keep heavy loads and traffic off of your onsite system components and
drainfield
Never drive cars or trucks within 10 feet of any system access lids
Landscaping or future building projects should be planned with the
drainfield and drainfield repair area in mind.
Do not shovel or blow snow on top of your onsite wastewater system. This
will temporarily limit access to your system and could overload and
damage the system.
Makes sure drainage from the house or around the property is carried
away from your onsite system.
DO NOT OPEN OR ENTER ANY OF THE TREATMENT SYSTEM
TANKS, SEPTIC GASSES CAN BE TOXIC. CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY
OR DEATH?
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