WQCS00071_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20211008

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
S. DANIEL SMITH
Director
John Ward, Town Manager
Town of Boone
P.O. Drawer 192
Boone, NC 28607
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
October 7, 2021
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report
Wastewater Collection System Permit WQCS00071
Boone Wastewater Collection System
Dear Mr. Ward:
On September 23, 2021, Gary Hudson of the Division of Water Resources (Division),
Winston-Salem Regional Office met with Mike Trivette, Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC),
Jimmy Hicks, and William Jones to conduct a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the above
referenced Wastewater Collection System.
This inspection consists of (1) a review of the permit and accompanying documentation
to determine compliance with permit conditions, and (2) an on -site inspection of collection
system components. The attached inspection form notes the areas that were evaluated for the
inspection, with notable findings outlined as follows.
Site Inspections
1. High Priority Lines — The US Highway 421 high priority line was inspected, and no
issues were noted.
2. Pump Stations — The Industrial Park Pump Station was inspected, and no issues were
noted.
The inspection was considered satisfactory. If you should have any questions, please do
not hesitate to contact Gary Hudson or our office at [phone].
Enclosures — Inspection Report
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Lon T. Snider, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources
Winston-Salem Regional Office 1450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300 I Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105
336.776.9800

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00071 Effective: 02/01/16 Expiration: 01/31/24 Owner : Town of Boone
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Boone Collection System
County: Watauga 570 W King St
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Rick Miller
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: Michael Earl Trivette
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Boone NC 28607
Title: Public Works Director Phone: [phone]
Certification: 996544 Phone: [phone]
NC0020621 Town of Boone - Jimmy Smith WWTP
Inspection Date: 09/23/2021
Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Gary Hudson Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
II Capital Improvement Plan
▪ Inspections
(See attachment summary)
▪ General
▪ Map
▪ Spill Response Plan
▪ Sewer & FOG Ordinances
▪ Reporting Requirements
▪ Spills
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Permit: WQCS00071 Owner - Facility:Town of Boone
Inspection Date: 09/23/2021
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
*The permit became effective February 1, 2016 and expires January 31, 2024.
*FOG flyers are mailed once per year, included in the Annual Report, and placed on the city website.
*The Town is currently under contract with a local engineering firm to upgrade the exsisting CIP.
*Mr. Trivette keeps very good records of inspections and maintenance activities.
*An adequate Spill Response Action Plan was presented and is available to all personnel.
*The Industrial Park Pump Station was inspected, and no problems were noted.
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Permit: WQCS00071 Owner - Facility:Town of Boone
Inspection Date: 09/23/2021
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade?
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis?
# What is that frequency?
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages?
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations?
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory?
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials?
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months?
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal?
Comment: *The permit became effective February 1, 2016 and expires January 31, 2024.
Sewer and FOG Ordinances
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices?
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance?
Is Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
# Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance?
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: *FOG flyers are mailed once per year, included in the Annual Report, and placed on the city
website.
Capital Improvement Plan
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted?
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section?
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: *The Town is currently under contract with a local engineering firm to upgrade the exsisting
CIP.
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Permit: WQCS00071 Owner - Facility:Town of Boone
Inspection Date: 09/23/2021
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Map Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
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Pipe sizes • ❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc) • ❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe location • ❑ ❑ ❑
Flow direction • ❑ ❑ ❑
Approximate pipe age • ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station ID, location and capacity • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location & type • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? • ❑ El El
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? • ❑ ❑ ❑
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# How is it being made available? Flyers/Website
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Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the annual inspection documented? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: *Mr. Trivette keeps very good records of inspections and maintenance activities.
Spill Response Action Plan
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00071 Owner - Facility:Town of Boone
Inspection Date: 09/23/2021
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment:
Spills
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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