NC0035041_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (2)

ROY COOPER
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MICHAEL S. REGAN
Seereta, y
LINDA CULPEPPER
Inge? on Du eclor
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
December 19, 2018
Mr. Tony Konsul
Carolina Water Service, Inc of NC
PO Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0035041
Hemby Acres WWTP
Grade II Biological WPCS
Union County
Dear Mr. Konsul:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
This permit renewal is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1
and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended)_
This final permit includes no significant changes from the draft permit previously sent to
you on October 31, 2018.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that thia permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you
have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Sydney Carpenter at telephone number (919) 707-
3712.
cc: Central Files
NPDES files
Linda Culpepper
Interim Director, Division of Water Resources
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-707-3712

Permit NC0035041.=
Grade 11 Biological Water Pollution Control System [15A NCAC 08GM3021
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONN L POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
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,
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Hemby Acres WWTP
7803 Idlewild Road
Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North. Fork Crooked Creek in subbasin 03-07-1.2 of the Yadkin -
Pee Dee River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I., II, 1II and 1V hereof.
This permit shall become effective Feburary 1, 2019,.
This permit and authorization to discharge e shallexpire at midnight on October 31, 2023,
Signed this day December 19, 2018.
:da Culpepper, Interim Wector
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Comna.ission
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Permit NC003504I
Grade II Biological Water -Pollution Control System [15A NCAC 08G.0302]
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under
the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of an existing 0.3 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the
following components:
• Influent liftstation
• Micro screen
• Two aeration basins with mechanical aerators
• Two secondary clarifiers
• Four aerobic sludge digesters
• Two tertiary filters
• Liquid chlorination with contact tank
• Liquid dechlorination
• Post aeration tank
• Continuous flow measurement
• Back-up emergency generator
This facility is located at Hemby Acres WWTP [7803 Idlewild Road, Indian Trail]
in Union County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified
on the attached map into the North Fork Crooked Creek, currently classified C
waters in sub -basin 03-07-12 of the Yadkin Pee -Dee River Basin.
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Permit NC0035041'
Grade 11 Biological Water Pollution Control System [15A NCAC 08G.0302j
PART I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B:0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until
expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be
limited and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTE
DMR Code
Flow
50050
TICS
BOD5, 20°C — Summer*
C0310
ROD5, 200C —
C0310
To ; Suspended Solids
C0530
NH3-N as N —
C0610
NH3-N as N — Winter
C0610
Dissolved Oxygen
00300
Fecal Colifor 6 6
(geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
50060
Temperature
000/0
Total Nitrogen
C0600
Total Phosphorus
C0665
LIMITS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly Daily Measurement Sample
Average e ueney Type
0.3 MGD
30.0 mg/L 45_0 mgfl,
3.0 mgfl, 15.0 1111
8,0 mg/L 35.0 mga...
Daily Average ? 5.0 mg/L
200/100 ml
400/100
17
pH o 6.0 nor > 9-0
00400 Standard Units
Dissolved Oxygen
, 00300
Fecal Coliform 31616
gjjjetrer-.e n)
Temperature
00010
*Summer: April — October 31
ter:
be
Continuous Recording
P e
tion2
fluent or
:uent
Weekly Composite Effluent
Weekly Composite Effluent
Weekly Composite Effluent
Weekly Composite Effluent
Weekly Grab Effluent
Weekly Grab E uent
2/Week Grab Effluent
Weekly Grab Effluent
Quarter,ly Composite Effluent
Quarterly Composite Effluent
Weekly Grab Effluent
Weekly Grab U, D
Weekly Grab U, D
Weekly Grab U, D
ch 3
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. Permit NC0035041
Grade II Biological Water Pollution Control System [I5A NCAC 08G.03021
Footnotes:
1. The permittee shall submit discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system
[see A. (2)].
2. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall. D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
3. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in compliance with the
permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North Carolina
certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/L.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM OTHER THAN TRACE
AMOUNTS.
A. (2.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[NOGS 143-215.1(b)1
Federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) and
program reports. The final NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule was adopted and became effective
on December 21, 2015.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of
this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Perm,its):
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting !Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)1
The permittee shall report discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's
Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter
monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the
state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation
(CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state
electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing,
signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed eDMR to the
following address:
NC DEQ / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the
facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have
broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements
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Permit NC0035041
Grade II Biological Water Pollution Control System [15A NCAC 080.03021
broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements
may be granted and disch.rge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1,
2, 3) or alternative forms approved. by the lirector. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to
the mailing address above. See "How to Request a Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section
below.
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month following
the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following
the commencement of discharge.
Starting on December 21, 2020, the permittee must electronically report the following compliance
monitoring data and reports, when applicable:
• Sewer Overflow/Bypass Event Reports;
• Pretreatment Program Annual Reports; and
• Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 316(b) Annual Reports.
The permittee may seek an electronic reporting waiver from the Division (see "How to Request a
Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section below)..
2. Electronic Submission4
In accordance with 40 CFR 122.41(1)(9), the permittee must identify the initial recipient at the
time of each electronic submission. The permittee should use the EPA's website resources to
identify the initial recipient for the electronic submission.
Initial recipient of electronic NPDES information from NPDES-regulated facilities means the
entity (EPA or the state authorized by EPA to implement the NPDES program) that is the
designated entity for receiving electronic NPDES data (see 40 CFR 127.2(b)].
EPA plans to establish a website that will also link to the appropriate electronic reporting tool for
each type of electronic submission and for each state. Instructions on how to access and use the
appropriate electronic reporting tool will be available as well. Information on EPA's NPDES
Electronic Reporting Rule is found at: http://www2.epa.gov/compliance/fmalmational-pollutant-
discharge-elimination-system-npdes-electronic-reporting-rule.
Electronic submissions must start by the dates listed in the "Reporting Requirements" section
above.
3. ikuejjtjjYiiver fr itQdcReporting
The permittee may seek a temporary electronic reporting waiver from the Division. To obtain an
electronic reporting waiver, a permittee must first submit an electronic reporting waiver request to
the Division. Requests for temporary electronic reporting waivers must be submitted in writing to
the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the facility would be
required under this permit to begin submitting monitoring data and reports. The duration of a
temporary waiver shall not exceed 5 years and shall thereupon expire. At such time, monitoring
data and reports shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies
for and is granted a new temporary electronic reporting waiver by the Division, Approved
electronic reporting waivers are not transferrable. Only permittees with an approved reporting
waiver request may submit monitoring data and reports on paper to the Division for the period
that the approved reporting waiver request is effective.
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Permit NC0035041
Grade II Biological Water Pollution Control System [15A NCAC 08G.0302]
Information on eDMR and the application for a temporary electronic reporting waiver are found on
the following web page:
https://deo.nc.gov/about/divisions/vvater-resources/edmr
4. Signatory Requirements 'Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and Supersedes Section B.
(11.) (d)1
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part
II, Section B. (11.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in Part II,
Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR
reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR user
account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North
Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit
the following web page:
http://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/edrar
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall
make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that 0-69 document and all attachments were prepared under my
direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel
properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or
persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the
information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate,
and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
5. Records Retention 'Supplements Section D. (6.)1
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR
submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years
from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any
time [40 CFR 122.41].
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMTTS
Section A. Definitioas
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et,
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values:
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established. or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar D
The period from. midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit„ any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through Septetr
October through 'December.
Composite Sample
rA sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples. of at least 100 raL in
such a 'manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc) on a case -by -ease basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
sarnples may be obtained by the 'following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow:
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection., or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time internals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1./24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
> Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose. detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Plow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility CIosure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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liazardons Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 11.6 pursuant to Sectio:311 of the CWA,
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow rneasunng device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative ,of the discharge
during that sampling period.
MonthlyAvera.ge (concentration limit)
'file arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges"' of a pollutant measured during the calendar month, in the case of fca1
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing, Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
QuarterlyAyerage (Concentration
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and .peinianent loss of natural, resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production,.
Toxic_Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1.1 of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Perrnittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations andlor monitoring requirements,. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities; lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit).
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week,. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such. discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
L)uty to Comply
The Permit -tee must comply with all conditions of this pcnnit. Any pemlitnoncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action, for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a, permit renewal application [40 CER 122,411,
a, The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirem.ent.
b, The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any pemnt condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement irnposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is.
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation, [33 USC .131.9(d) and 40 CFR
122,41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402.(a)(3) or
402(11)(8) of the Act, is subject to cruninal penalties of $2.„500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who lmowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction, for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonmient of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)1
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any CIass II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimise or prevent -any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
L>~lt 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143 215.3,143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. lfariy provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150I3-23].
li. Dtit to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable titrie, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with. this permit. The Perrnittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
q Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit,, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
ltl. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond. the expiration date, the Permitter shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration. date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 1.22.21(d)] Any Perrnittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the, Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-21.5.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 1.22.41.(k)],
a.. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporations by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who perfbrrns similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorised to make management decisions which. govern the operation
of the .regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager i.n accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit lssuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authonzation specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR„ 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate. the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified- Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Backup Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Backup ORC).
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(3) 'within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the _Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
> Visit the .facility as often as .is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment.
facility must be visited at least weekly
Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class 11„ III and IV facility (or the Back-up OR.C, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
> Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
> Properly manage and document daily operati.on and maintenance of the facility
> Comply with all other conditions of 15A NC,AC, 08G ..0204.
2, Proper Operation. and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all 'facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve .compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Perrnittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member ofthe Permittee's staff.
3, Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense.
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this pemiit [40 CFR 122.41.(e)].
4. Bypassing,of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(211
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. ,of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 1.22 A 1(111)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass,. If the Permittee knows in advance of thc need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,.
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evalu.ation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) 'Unanticipated bypass. The Pemlittcx shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
11.E.6. (24-hour notice),
e.. Prohibition of Bypass
(I.) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no 'feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normalperiodsof
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and.
(C) The Permittee submittal notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(I) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2')1: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part ILB.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with aII applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
I. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
1.617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1.617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurerne:nts of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is. consistent
with the accepted. capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of .the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device,
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified. in Part 1 of
this perrnit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Perrnittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portalnedenr.o. web/wq/labicert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only rnust hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
1.43-215,63 et.. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 LISC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 1.36; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this pemlit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection.
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down.
to the r:nininaurn detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable: of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved rneth,od must be used,
5- P.e.naltie-af9i.3.4ZWerijig
The CWA. provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be .maintained under this ,permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by inaprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122,411
6., Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Perrnittce shall retain records of all monitoring information., including:
A all. calibration and rnaintenance records
A all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
A copies of all reports required by this permit
A copies of alt data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall he inaintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of .the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an. authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
I. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(I)1. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification, of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the mtervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 12241(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices,
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall. be included. in the calculation and
reporting of the data ;submitted on the D.MR,
6. Twenty-four Hour Re_porttgn.
a, The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that.
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the tirne the Permittee became aware of the. circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the tame the Permittee becomes aware of the eircumstances... The written submission
shall contain a descnptionof the noncompliance„ and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the .anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122,41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case 'basis for reports under this section ifthe oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Divisions Emergency Response
personnel at (800) 662-'79.56,, [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of -noncompliance not reported under Part 11.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are :submitted, The reports shall contain the information listed in Part 1LE,6. of this permit
[40 CFR 1.2.2.41(1)(7)1
8. Other information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to e Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)1
9 Noncompliance Notification
The Penruttee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible,but in no case more than 2..4 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence, or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the 'following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the clumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility, or any other unusual
circumstances..
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater 'treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility :resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all.
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences •by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10, Avail.abilityof Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 1.43-215,3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
.of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not he considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statementon any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in 'N'CGS 143-
215..1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act,
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
•
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permtttee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREM TS
Section. A. Construction
a. The Pernittee shall not cornrnence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section,
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215. i (a5) [SL. 2011-3' 4], no perrnit shall be ,required to enter into a contract for the
construction, , installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle;, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a pennit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division,.
Section B. Groundwater 'Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards,
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a, That any activity has occurred or wilt occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the perrni.t, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(l.) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µgill);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein word acrylonitrile; five hundred mu, rcigrams per liter
(500 µ,g/T) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitr°phenol.; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony,
(3)' Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
h, That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per. liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter O. mgiL) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
S+ ctiort I). Facility Closure Require
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the systern to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non --domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organisation, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [I5A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater in_o a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of 'the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
'transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance: of the permit
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW„ and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW,
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1, Effluent limitations are listed in Part 1 of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial 11 . s
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised. to specify effluent.
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2, Prohibited Discharges
a. The 'Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to i.mplementthe prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection systern which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15.A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(I))
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1)
Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the ,POTW„ including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261..21;
Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than .5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
andlor pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant. exceeds 40°C (I 04(T)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products ofmineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through,
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
tn. ay cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
e. The Pennittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittees Pretreatment Program andfor
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall he provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Pennittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The wntten submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased,the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to rcduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee maybe necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44(j)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44(j)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(6)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(t)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44(j)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a surnmary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a sunawary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(6)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the PIan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts LLD and ll.E.5.). [ISA
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and ISA NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR. 403.3(l). [1.5A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
5..Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (1,UP) & Allocation -Fables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant hadustria • Users, permits for
operation. of pretreatment. equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection ,systern, or treatment works. 'These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compb.ance schedules as necessary fbr the installation of treatment. and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater ,discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) whichsummarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
'from all RiPs.. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the FIWA.. 15A NCAC 0211 .0906(h)(6), .0909, „091.6, and ,0917; 40 CFR 403,5, 403.8(t)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-2 5,67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The ,Perrrintee shall ensure that an Authorization. to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all,
Industrial User Pretreatment 'Permit (IUP) limitations.. [15A NCAC 0211.0906(b)(7) and ,0905; NCGS 143-
21.5„1(a)(8)1
POTW inspection & Monitoring of their lUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [1.5A NCAC 0211 .0908(e), 40 CFR. 403,8(0(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a, Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant hadustrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(c); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical .Industrial User for
compliance with, the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. rQ,Self Monitoring andReporting
The Permittee Shall require all industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the indnstry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A.
NCAC 0211 .0908. [15A NCAC 0211 .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122..44(j)(2) and 40 CFR 401121
9, Enforcement Response Plan (FRP)
The Pertnittee shall enforce and obtain .appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the ('WA (40 CFR 405 et, seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and I 5A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the 'Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved b:y the Division. [15A NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .090.5; 40 CFR 403 8(t)(5)]
1.0, Pretreatment ,Annual Reports (PAR)
The Perrnittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 0211 .0908. In heu of submitting annual
reports, M,odified. Pretreatment Programs developed under 1.5A NCAC 021E1 .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittec shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual, Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS')
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (Ws) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
lUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
Ms that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (Ns) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(vur)1
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along`with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittee shall, maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(91) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not Iimited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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NC ENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, HI
Governor Director Secretary
February 24, 2014
M:r, Martin. Lashua
Carolina Water Service, lnc. of NC
P. O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Subject: NPDES PERMIT CORRECTION
Permit Number NC0035041
Hereby Acres WWTP - Class 11
Union County
Dear Mr. Lashua:
0:n February 20, 2014 Mr, Tony Konsul contacted the Division to inquire about the fecal
lirt it for upstream and downstream monitoring that did not seem correct. Upon review of the
perrnit, the Division confirms that the limit for upstream and downstream monitoring needs to be
removed. As a result we are including a replacement page for your permit. Please place the
attached corrected replacement page in your perrnit and discard the old page.
Thank you for your attention to this, if you have any questions or need additional
information, please do not hesitate to contact Maureen Kinney of my staff at [phone].
Attache n
Sincerely,
messy
Supervi or, Compliance . Expedite
cc: Central Files
NPDES Unit Files
Mooresville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section
1617 Mail Cervi e Center, Raleigh, North Carolina: 27699-1617
Location: 612 N. Salisbury( St_ Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phomre. 916 6ii7.6300 \ Fax: [phone]
e1': wNGN.ncwaterizd4,org
An Equal t iportundly'.\

Permit NC0035041
PART I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Code
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample
Location'
Flow
50050
0.3 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD5, 20°C —Summer*
C0310
9.0 mg/L
13.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
BOD5, 20°C —Winter*
C0310
15.0 mg/L
22.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3-N as N Summer*
C0610
3.0 mg/L
/15.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3 N as N —Winter*
C0610
8.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
00300
Daily Average > 5.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine2
50060
17 µg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen
C0600
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
C0665
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 nor > 9.0
Standard Units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
00300
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Temperature
00010
Weekly
Grab
U, D
*Summer: April 1 — October 31
*Winter: November 1— March 31
Footnotes:
1. No later than 90 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting discharge monitoring
reports electronically using NC DWR's eDMR application system. See Special Condition A (2.).
2. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall. D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
3. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/1 to be in compliance with the
permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North Carolina
certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/l.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, 1Ii
Governor Director Secretary
JAN 2 1 2014
Subject: Electronic Reporting Requirement of Discharge Monitoring Data
Compliance Period Extended to 270 Days
Dear NPDES Permittee:
Z.
JAN 3 12014
The purpose of this letter is to notify you of the change to the permit condition regarding
Electronic Reporting of Discharge Monitoring Reports. The Division of Water Resources has
imposed a new permit condition into new and re -issued NPDES permits requiring permittees to
begin using the Division's Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
NPDES permits recently issued contained a compliance period of 90 days to meet this
requirement. This compliance period has been subsequently changed and extended to 270 days.
Beginning no later than 270 days from your NPDES permit's effective date, you shall begin
reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the Division's eDMR internet
application.
This letter serves to amend your NPDES permit as noted above. Please attach this letter to your
NPDES permit.
If you have any questions regarding the contents above, please contact Vanessa Manuel at
919/807-6392 or via email at Vanessa.Manuel(cr_,ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey Poupart
Wastewater Branch Supervisor
Attachment: eDMR brochure
Cc: DWR Regional Office Supervisors, with permit List
NPDES File, with permit list
Central Files, with permit list
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] l Fax: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat. McCrory Thomas A. Reeder
Governor Director
Mr, Martin Lashua
Carolina Water Service
P. O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Dear Mr. Lashua:
)i`NC
November 4, 2013
Subject: NPDES PERMIT ISSUANCE
Permit Number NC0035041
Herlihy Acres WWTP - Class 11
Union County
John E. Skvarla, ill
H i t
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly,
we are forwarding the attached final NPDES discharge permit. Thin permit is issued pursuant to the requirements
of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the 'Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended),
Please note that proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then perrnittee must
submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Therefore, a requirement; io begin
reporting discharge monitoring data electronically_using the NC DWR's :Electronic Discharge Mornitoring Report
(eDMR) internee application has been added, to this tarsal permit. [See Special Condition A. (2.)] For information
on eDMR, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
h ttpliporta I. nc d en r. o igfw e b/wq/ad mi ibogtipu!edmr.
For 'or 'ion on EPA' s proposed NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule, please visit the following web site.
http://wwwLepa.aov/compliance/proposed nljcleti-electronic reporting -tale.
If any parts., measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained :in this permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to an adjudicator} hearing upon writtc:n request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this
letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150'B of the North Carolina
General Statutes, and tiled with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27699-67'14), Unless such demand is made, this permit shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this permit is ma t transferable. This permit does not affect the legal re • obtain
other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Resources or permits required by the Division of
Land .Resources, Coastal Area Management A.ct, or any other Federal or Local governmental permits which tnay
be required.
If you have any questions or need additional
staff at [phone].
cc: Central Files
NPDES Unit Files
MeeetII
Office_
l1617 Mail Secnir, Haitq ©h Car©(b to
Location: 512 N, Salisbury St Raleigh; North Cardin 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax:[phone]
tlnternetit www,ncwaterqualtyorg
brmation, please do not lee
:e Water Protection Section
0
aureen Kinney of my
An Eliot 0pportunity'Aflirmative Action Employer

Pen -nit NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
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,
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Hemby Acres WWTP
7803 Idlewild Road
Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
IL 111 and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective December 1, 2013..
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 201.8.
Signed this day November 4, 2013.
Thom A. Reeder, Director
Div' ion of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As .of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer.
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of an existing 0.3 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following
components:
• Influent pump station
• Manual bar screen
• Two aeration basins with mechanical aerators
• Two secondary clarifiers
• Four aerobic sludge digesters
• Two tertiary filters
• Liquid chlorination with contact tank
• Liquid dechlorination
• Post aeration tank
• Continuous flow measurement
This facility is located at 7803 Idlewild Road at the Hemby Acres WWTP, north of Indian Trail
in Union County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into North
Fork Crooked Creek, currently a class C water in sub -basin 03-07-12 the Yadkin Pee -Dee
River Basin.
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Permit NC0035041
PART I
A. (I) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Code
Flow
0050
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthty
0.3 MGI)
Daily
Maximum
Sample Sample
equeney Type Locatio tit
Continuous Recording Influent or Effluent
OD5, 20°C er*
C0310
9.0 mg/L
3.5 ingIL
Weekly Composite Effluent
BOD5, 20°C
C0310
'Vinter*
15.0 mg/L
21.5 mg/
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Saspendcd Solids
a. 530
NiI3-N as
C0610
Sum er*
NH3-N as N — Winter*
C0610
„Dissolved Oxygen
00300
Fecal Coliform (geornet
616
e
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
3,0 mg/L 15.0 mg/L
8.0 mg/L
Daily Average > 5.0 ingit
200/100 nil
400/100 m)
Weekly Composite Effluent
Weekly Composite
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
Effluent
Composite Effluent
Grab Effluent
Grab
Effluent
:Total Residual Chlorine2
- )060
17 .tg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
eipperature
00010
Total Nitrogen
C0600
Weekly
Grab Effluent
Quarterly Composite Effluent
Total Phosphorus
C0665
/1311
00400 Standard Units
Not < 6..0 nor > 9.0
Dissolved Oxyger
00300
Fecal geo
3 „ 6 6
"Temperature
00010
Quarterly Composite Effluent
Week ly
Grab Effluent
Weekly
Grab CI, D
200/1.00 nil
400/100 inl
Weekly
Grab U,D
Weekly
Grab U,D
*Sumner AprilApri1 1 October 31
*Winter November 1 — March 31
Footnotes:
1. No later than. 90 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting discharge monitoring
reports electronically using NC DWR's eDM.R application system. See Special Condition A (2.).
2. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
3.. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below .50 to be in compliance with the
permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North Carolina
certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 1.ig/1.
THERE SHALL BE "NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS,
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A. (2.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs)
and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must
submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Division.anticipates
that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation in late 2013.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of this
permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B. (11.)
• Section D. (2.)
• Section D. (6.)
• Section E. (5.)
Signatory Requirements
Reporting
Records Retention
Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)1
Beginning no later than 90 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin
reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's Electronic Discharge
Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter
monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the state's
eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation
(CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state
electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing,
signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed eDMR to the
following address:
NC DENR / DWR / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the facility
being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have broadband
access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted
and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the
mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be
submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the
facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be valid
for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be submitted
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A. (2.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs)
and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must
submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The Division anticipates
that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation in late 2013.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part I1 of this
permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
Section B. (11.)
Section D. (2.)
Section D. (6.)
Section E. (5.)
Signatory Requirements
Reporting
Records Retention
Monitoring Reports
ReportinK !Supersedes Section D, (2.) and Section. E.(5.)(a)l
Beginning no later than 90 days from the effective date of this permit, the perm.:ittee shall begin
reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's ElectronicDischarge
Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be surnmariaed for each month and
submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter
monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the state',
eDMR. application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation
(CROMERR), pennittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state
electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing,
signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed eDMR to the
following address:
NC DENR / DWR / Water Quality Permit
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1.617
g Section.
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the facility
being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have broadband
access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted
and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative :forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies Shall be submitted to the
mailing address above..
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be
submitted in writing to the Division for mitten approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the
facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be valid
for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At such time, I)MRs shall be submitted
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Receiving Stream:
Latitude:
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North Fork Crooked Creek Sub -Basin: 03-07-12
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However,for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant tirnc/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. 'Use of this method requires prior approval. by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent, The :following restrictions also apply:
Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal. size and of no less than 1.00 .milliliters
• influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
▪ Pemiittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period,
Pennittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Contirtuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the :facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device,
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every '7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent, weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the wee.kfor any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the 'Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ.or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Effluent
Wastewater discharged .following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States .Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric., Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of in.dividual values. For purposes of
calculating. the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered 1.
Grab Sam e
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instrcam
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(I) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.411.
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)I
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of riot more than 1 year, or both, In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation,. or by
imprisonment of not more than. 2 years, or both., [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(0(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such con litions or limitations is subject to
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or bo.
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to eri.rni
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment. of not more than 6 years, or both,
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e Any person who knowingly violates section 301e, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or inrprisonm.ent of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both, An organization, as defined in. section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the (:'WA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be tined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions, [40 ('FR 122.41(a)(2)1
f Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator firr violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limit atrtan implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class .II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues,, with the maximum amount of any Class 1.1 penalty not to exceed $177,500„ [33 USC
1319(gX2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty_ to Mitigate
The Permitter shall take all reasonable steps to minimize err prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 1.22.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal. Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part 11.C.4), "Upsets" (Part 1.1.C'.5) and 'Power Failures"
(Part 11.C,7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Perna.ittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, '143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1.319, Furthermore, the Pcrrnittce is responsible for consequential. damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and. Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the instatution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Perrmittec is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1.321. Furthermore, the Permitter is responsible .for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 1.22.41(g)].
6, Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit dots not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters,
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS I 50B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted Iaer than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. MI reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: Ilan ;Authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR,
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a, or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.2.2], NO OTHER STATEMENTS 0.F CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
certifY , under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted, Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the hest of triy
knowledge and belief true, accurate, and complete. I a,n aware that there are significant pcna/tiesJar
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for bowing violations,"
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, :revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122,41(0].
13. Permit Modification,Revocation and Reissuancc, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does. not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or tei ininating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
con,%,ined in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 0211 ,01,00; and North Carolina General Statute 143,.215.1 et. al.
114. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitorin Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days atier being
-billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in, accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit,
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1, Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must d,csignate operators, ccrtifi.ed by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [Ti SA NCAC 08G ,0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b, designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up OR(s) who possesses a valid.
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade Jess than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed. "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the COMMisS1011,
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(I) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities:
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and alI documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR I22.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(in)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
1I.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The .Pennit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverseeffects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of 'this section.
5. Upsets
a, .FITectof an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)1: An upset constitutes an .affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b.. of
this condition are met, No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the .Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Pcrmittce submitted notice of t.he upset as required in Part 1I.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part 11J3.2, of this permit..
c, Burden of 'proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)1: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 1.43-.215.1and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Pennittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged 'fo
Surface Waters. 'Me Permitter shall notify the .Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Perrnittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 0211 .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated, or inadequatelytreated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent
Section D. Monitoring and Records
L Representative Samplir_ig
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall. be representative of the permitted. disc.harge.
Samples collected at a 'frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of thc
discharge for the period the sample represents,. All. samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestreain, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority440 CFR 122,41(j)1
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report ([)MR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of 'the month following the completed. reporting period,.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a, new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than I0% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting levet) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at Ieast five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period maybe extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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7. Recordin.g Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this pe.rmit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR. 122.41]:
a, The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual() who per -formed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f The results of such analyses.
8.. Inspection and Entry.
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative eluding an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law,. to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Pennittects premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that mustbe kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times, any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122A1.(i.)1,
Section E Reporting Requirements
I. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall he consistent with the terms and conditions of this peii M. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized. shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical a!terations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122,41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
h. The alteration or addition could significantly. change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject -neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122..42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the .Perinittee's sludge u.se or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit con.clitions that are different from or
absent in. the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice .to the Director of any planned. changes to the pennittedfacility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122..41(I)(2)1.
4. Transfers
This permit is not -transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR. 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS '143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 1.43-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuancc of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new perrnittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the ('WA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.611 or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permitter becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)1
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(I)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Fa -!silica tior of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly snakes any false statement, representation, or certification in.
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both 140 CFR 122.411,
12. Annual Performance .Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat tnunipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual.
report to the Permit Issuing; Authority and to the users/customers served by the Pcrmittce (.NCGS 143-21 .I C). The
report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the
facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.. The
report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which.
annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DEN ! Division of Water Quality l Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The. Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 }ig/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (I mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)1
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW maybe referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)1:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under I5A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to Iimit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR I22.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
Iimitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)1:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH Iower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Pernuttee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements 'listed in Part 1 of this permit, it may be necessary for the Pet -mince to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 ('FR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittce with all applicable effluent limitations, Such actions by the Penntittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4, The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater front
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
.Pretreatment :Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 0211 ,0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule ;kir the development of a POTW Prctrcatmcnt Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment. progrion, as appropriate.
Section D, Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina Genera.' Statute 143-215,3(14) and implementing regulations, 15A NCAC 0211 .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44,0)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 0211..0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission. and Division approved modifications thereof, Such operation shall .include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part 11 or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 0211 .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1, Sewer Use Ordinance SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implementirnplemcnt its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(32), .0905 and ,0906(b)(1); 40 CFR. 403.8(0(l) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2 1iialee1SJ
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 (.7.FR 403,8(0(2)(i-i„ii) and 1.5A„NCAC 0211 .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44(j)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of S.W. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite .POTWs, the
1WS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administeredby a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program, The
Permittee shall submit a summitry of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every tive years, and as
required by. the Division, The IWS sub -mission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c, of this Part. (15A NCAC 021-1 ..0903(b)(13)„ .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403„8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan.
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the .DMRs (as required by Parts .11.D and ILE.5.). [15A.
NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(16), .0906(h)(3) and .0905]
4. Ileadworks Anal sis HW.A and Local Limits
The Pennittee shall obtain Division approval of a HW A at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Pei -mince shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop,
accordance with 40 CFR 403..5(c) and 15A NCAC 0211 .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 0211 .0909. Pursuant. to 40 CFR. 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR, 403,3(1). [15A NC.A.0 O214.0903(b) 10), .0905, and
.0906(h)(4)1
5 Ilnndustrial_t.iser Pretr a rran s�rtt Permits OUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-21.5.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits fear
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection. system or trcartrncnt works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation. 'Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the FIWA. and the Iirnits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the 1.WA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(t)(iii)
NCGS 143-215,67(a)]
6, Authorization to Construct (,AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit ( t() is issued to .all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [I5A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
21.5.1(a)(8')]
7, POT W Inspection l lranits rin ; the ,r fUs
The Pcrrnit.tee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment. standards. [15A NCAC 02I1 ,0908(c); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permitter must:
a. Inspect. all Significant Industrial Users (StUs) at least once per calendar year,;
b. Samplc all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SITU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c, At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant
1i. I,U Self Monitoring and, Rejig
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 0211 .0908. [15A NCAC 02f1 ..0906(h)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403,8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(i i); 40 CFR
122.44(j)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9, Enforcement. Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(h) and ('c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A N('AC 0211 .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the .Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [I5A, NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annttal Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 1..5A NCAC 0211 .090$. In lieu ofsubrnMing annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment. Programs developed under I SA NCAC 0211 .0904 (b) may be required to submit a.
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implernen.tation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permitter shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the (Division at the following
address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (.I'E.R.CS) Unit
1.61.7 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Perinittee to cotreit significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Si tificant Non-Com Hance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (lUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (1:DSl
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e Other Information.
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement comphanee schedules, public notice of
'Us in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
Ws that are not considered S1Us, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with, the pretreatment imnplementation requirements of this permit
Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (fUs) that were in significant nonconipliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittce's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month. period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(34), .0908(bX5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403,.8(1)(2)(viii)1
12, Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a rriininiurr of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact, on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(0. [15A
NCAC 0211 .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)1
13, Pretreatment Program .Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [ 15A NCAC 021-1
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 401.8(t)(3), 403.9(b)(3)1
14. Modification, to Pretreatment. Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 .NCAC 02H:.0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvaria, Ill
Governor Director Secretary
September 11, 2013
Mr. Martin Lashua
Carolina Water Service
P. O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Dear Mr. Lashua:
nc.c
"C.
Subject: DRAFT NPDES PERMIT
Permit Number NC0035041.
Hemby Acres W WTP — Class Il
Union County
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft pery ur facility. Please review the draft very
carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains, Your permit is
among several in the Yadkin Pee Dee River Basin that the Division has targeted for expedited renewal..
Please note the following modifications to this draft:
• updated list of treatment components per renewal application, and
• added parameter codes to Section A.(1.) Effluent Litnitczdron and Alanitori
Requirements.
Please note that the receiving stream is listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina
303(d) Impaired Waters List, Addressing impaired waters is a high priority with the Division, and
instream. data will continue to be evaluated. Iftlsere is non.cornpliance with permitted effluent Waits and
stream. impairment can be attributed to your facility, then mitigative measures may be required.
Please submit atsy eomnrents to me no later than thirty (30) days following your receipt of the draft.
Continents should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this pae. If no adverse comments are
received from. the public or from you, this permit will likely be issued in late -October 2013, with an
effective date of December 1, 2013,
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft pen tit, please contact me at (919)
807-6388 or Maureen.Kinney(e ,ncdenr.gov.
Maureen Kinney
cc: NPDES Unit
ec: Mooresville' Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section
Steve Reid, NCDENR
16'17 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location:512 N. Salisbury S. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax; 919.807-6492
interne: wRWW-ncwaterqualittr.orq
An Fgddl Opportenity\ fhrmative Action Employer

Permit NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
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,
Caroling Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Hemby Acres WWTP
7803 Idlewild Road
Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective , 2013.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2018.
Signed this day , 2013.
DRAFT
Thomas A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked, As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit gearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein..
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC is hereby authorized to:
Continue operation of an existing 0.3 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following
components:
• influent pump station
• Manual bar screen
• Two aeration basins with mechanical aerators.
• Two secondary clarifiers
• Four aerobic sludge digesters
• Two tertiary filters
• Liquid chlorination with contact tank
• Liquid dechlorin.ation
• Post aeration tank
• Continuous flow :measurement
This facility is located. at 7801 Id1ewi1d Road at the Hemby Acres WWTP, north of Indian Trail
in Union County:
2. Dischargefrom said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into North
Fork Crooked Creek, currently a class C water in sub -basin 03-07-12 the Yadkin Pee -Dee
River Basin.
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Permit NC0035041
PART I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - DRAFT
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfaIl 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
;Parameter Code
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
LIMITS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample
Location'
Flow
50050
0.3 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD5, 20°C —Summer*
C0310
9.4 mg/L
13.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
GODS, 20°C — Winter*
C0310
15.0 mg/L
22.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3-N as N—Summer*
C0610
3.0 mg/L
- 15.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3-N as N —Winter*
C0610
8.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
00300
Daily Average > 5.0 mg/L
—
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) '
31616
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine2
50060
17 pg/L
_
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature.
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen
C0600
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
C0665
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 nor > 9.0
Standard Units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
00300
!-
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
200/100 ml
400/100 nil
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Temperature
00010
Weekly
Grab
U, D
*Summer: April 1 — October 31
�W: et r: November 1—March J 1
Footnotes:
1. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall. D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 p.g/1 to be in compliance with the
permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North Carolina
certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/1.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM OTHER. THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.
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NPDES Permit: NC0035041

To: NPDES Unit
Surface Water Protection Section
Attention: Charles Weaver
Date: May 23, 2013
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No, NC0035041
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Facility and Address: Hemby Acres
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
Post Office Box 240908
Charlotte, North Carolina. 28224
2. Date of Investigation: 05-17-2013
3 Report Prepared By: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Env. Engineer 11
4,. Persons Contacted and Telephone Ntunber: Mr. Mark Haver; [phone].
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of SR 1582 (Idelwild Road) and SR 1525 (Mill
Grove Road) north of Indian Trail, travel northwest on SR 1.58.2 approximately 100 feet.
Turn left (south) onto a gravel drive. The WWTP is 'located at the end of the drive. The
physical address is : 7803 Idelwild Rd. Indian Trail.
6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 06" 14" Longitude: 80° 38" 02"
USGS Quad No.: G 16 SW USGS Narne: Matthews, NC
7. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: 'North Fork Crooked Creek.
a. Classification.: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin and 03-07-12
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The receiving
stream is approximately 30-35 feet wide with a flat stream gradient. The stream
appears to have considerable flow. General C classification uses downstream.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0..300 MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. Actual treatment capacityof the current facility(current design capacity) 0.3 MGD

Type of treatment: The existing WWT facilities consists ©fan influent pump
station, manual bar screen, two aeration basins with mechanical aerators, two
secondary clarifiers, four aerobic sludge digesters, one dewatering box, two
Micro Floc tertiary filters, a holding tank, liquid chlorination, chlorine contact
tank, post aeration, liquid de -chlorination, standby power and continuous flow
measurement.
d. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: N/A.
PART 1H - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
l . Special monitoring or lia itations (including toxicity) requests: None.
Compliance information: No problems were noted in the latest CFI.
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The perrnittec, Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC is applying for renewal of the permit
to discharge treated domestic wastewater.
The wastewater treatment plant appeared to be in good operational condition during the
time of the investigation. A new dewatering box has been added since last permit renewal. The
two existing clarifiers have been rehabilitated and a new high wall protection has been provided
around the chlorine contact chamber. Sludge and solids generated at the facility are removed by
L&I, Environmental and land applied under permit number WQ0014843.
Pending review and approval by the NPI)ES Unit, It is recommended that the NPDES
permit for this facility be reissued.
ection Regional Supervisor

NCDENR
North Gar©Gina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
April 17'h 2013
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of North Carolina
Hemby Acres- WWTP
P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NC0035041
Union County
Dear Mr. Martin Lashua,
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on 04-17-2013. This permit
renewal has been assigned Charles Weaver (919-807-6391) who will contact you if any
additional information is required to complete your permit renewal. Due to current backlog, you
should continue to operate under terms of your current permit, until a new permit is issued. If
you have any questions, please contact the assigned permit writer.
Jeff P
Point Source Branch Program Supervisor IV
Cc:
Central Files
Morrisville Regional Office
NPDES Unit
160 Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Phone: [phone] \ Internet: www.ncdenr.ggov
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Renewal Application Checklist
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
1( A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies.
The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
Representative. Submit one signed original and two copies.
If an Authorized Representative (such as a consulting engineer or environmental consultant) prepares
the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority delegated to the
Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b of the existing NPDES permit).
.2d.....
A narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or other
solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If your facility has no such
plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids), explain this in writing. Submit one signed
original and two copies.
The following items must be submitted by any Municipal or Industrial facilities discharging
process wastewater:
❑ Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendices A-D to Title 40 of the Code of
Federal Regulations, Part 122) and ALL Municipal facilities with a permitted flow ? 1.0 MGD roust
submit a Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21.
The above requirement does NOT apply to non industrial facilities.
Send the completed renewal package to:
Mr. Charles H. Weaver
NC DENR / DWQ / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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April 12, 2013
Mr. Charles H. Weaver
NC DENR
Division of Water Quality
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1617
Re: Hemby Acres WWTP
NPDES NC0035041
Renewal Request
Dear Mr. Weaver,
Please find enclosed Application and attachments and consider this letter as our official request to renew the NPDES permit
for the facility referenced above.
If you should have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to call me at 704-319-0517 or by
email at [e-mail]
Thank you in advance for your attention.
Mart[n Lashua
Regional Director
Cc: Tony Konsul
Mary Rollins
aUsr]ses,Inc. compaayCarolina Water Service, Inc. of North Carolina
P.O. Box 240908 0 Charlotte, NC 28224 0 P: 704-525-7990 S F: 704-525-8174
5701 Westpark Dr., Suite 101 o Charlotte, NC 28217 o www.uiwater.com

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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit
NC0035041
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, dick your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of North Carolina
Hemby Acres -WWTP
P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte
NC, 28224
[phone]
[phone]
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above El
Street Address or State Road 7803 Idlewild Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
Indian Trail,
NC, 28079
Union
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name Same as Owner above
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
1 of 3 Form-D 1/06

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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial ❑ Number of Employees
Commercial ® Number of Employees Unknown
Residential ® Number of Homes 724 . _
School ❑ Number of Students/Staff
Other ❑ ExpIain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Hemby Acres & Oak Grove Subdivision
(1) gas station with restrooms/carwash, (2) church's, (1)auto part store
724 connections x 2.5 =
Population served: 1810
5. Type of collection system
® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes
® No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outran):
North Fork Crooked Creek
8. Frequency of Discharge: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacity, provide design rernovalfor BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
The 0.3MGD wastewater treatment facility consists of an influent liftstation, bar screen,
(2) aeration basins with mechanical aerators, (2) secondary clarifiers, (4) aerobic sludge
digesters, (2) tertiary filters, sodium hypochlorite (liquid) chlorination and sodium
bisulfite(Iiquid) dechlorination with a postaeration contact tank. The facility also has
continuous flow measurement.
2 of 3 Form-D 1/06

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.3 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.104 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.263 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes ® No
12. Effluent Data
Provide datafor the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. Effluent testing data must be based on at least three
samples and must be no more than four and one haf years old.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Number of
Samples
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
(GODS)
7.0
4.6
mg/L
(4) Jan 12
Fecal Coliform
<2
1
#/ 100m1
(4) Jan 12
Total Suspended Solids
7.5
1.88
mg/L
(4) Jan 12
Temperature (Summer)
25.1
20.1
Celcius
(21) June 12
Temperature (Winter)
14.2
10.4
Celcius
(21) Jan 12
pH
7.10
6.78
units
(21) Jan 12
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES NC0035041 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Special Order of Consent (SOC)
Non -attainment program (CAA) Other ; Collection System
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Permit Number
WQCS00233
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Martin Lashua
Regional Director
Printed name of k{erson Signing/1 Title
Signature of Applicant
i-f/,2/7.or 3
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement
representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be
maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental management Commission implementing that Article, or
who falsifies. tampers with, or knowly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be
operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing
that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to
exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or
imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
3 of 3 Form-D 1/06

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April 12, 2013
Mr. Charles H. Weaver
NC DENR
Division of Water Quality
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1617
Re: Hemby Acres WWTP
NPDES NC0035041
Sludge Management Plan
Dear Mr. Weaver,
As sludge and other solids are generated at this facility, they are periodically removed by the below licensed contractor;
L&L Environmental
P.O. Box 19491
Charlotte, NC 28219
Telephone [phone]
If this contractor is unable or unwilling to perform this task, there are many other vendors available for use if desired.
If you should have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to call me at 704-319-0517 or by
email at [e-mail].
Thank you in advance for your attention.
Martin Lashua
Regional Director
Cc; Tony Konsul
Mary Rollins
au ites,Inc. company Carolina Water Service, Inc. of North Carolina
P.O. Box 240908 Charlotte, NC 28224 • P: 704-525-7990 0 F: 704-525-8174
5701 Westpark Dr., Suite 101 s Charlotte, NC 28217 i www.uiwater.com

October 7, 208
Mr. Martin Lashua
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
P. O. Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Subject: issuance of NPDES Permit NC I)3 041
Henby Acres WWTP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Lashua::
Michael F. Eastey, Governor
William G. Ross Jr„ Secretary
North Carolina Department of Envircanment and Natural Resources
DWQ
Coleen R. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly,
we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of
North Carolina General Statute 143-21.5.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the .
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 199 4 (or as subsequently amended).
This final permit includes the following changes from the draft permit sent to you on July 16, 2008, per your
continents received on July 30, 2008:
The facility description has been updated to remove reference
to
andby power at the site.
A footnote: has been added regarding the reporting and compliance determination of Total Residual Chlorine
values.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained. in this permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to a.n adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (3.0) days following receipt of this
letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter .150E of the North Carolina
General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North.
Carolina 27699-67.14), Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to
obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division
of Land Resources, the Coastal. Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that
may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this pert, 'please contact 'Bob Sledge at telephone number (919) 807-
6398.
ely,
en H. Sullins
cc: Central Files
Mooresville Regional. Office/Surface Water Protection Section
NPDES Unit
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Ceno r Raleigh, NC 276(
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Permit NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision 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,
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Hemby Acres WWTP
NCSR 1582 north of Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts
II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective November i, 2008.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2013.
Signed this day October 7, 2008.
n H. Sullins, Director
ivision of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and dischargefrom this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of an existing 0.3 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following
components:
• Influent pump station
• Manual bar screen
• Two aeration basins with mechanical aerators
• Two secondary clarifiers
• Four aerobic sludge digesters
• Two tertiary filters
• Chlorination with contact tank
• Post aeration
• Continuous flow measurement
• Liquid dechlorination
This facility is located at the Hemby Acres WWTP, off NCSR 1582, north of Indian Trail in
Union County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into North
Fork Crooked Creek, a class C water in the Yadkin Pee -Dee River Basin.

Facility = Information
Latitude:'
Loneitude:
USGSQuad: '
Stream Class:
Receiving Stream:
Permitted Flow:
35°06'.14"
80°38'02"
Matthews, GI6SW
. C
North Fork Crooked Creek,.
0.3 MGD
Sub -Basin:
03-07-12
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Carolina Water Serdice, jnc:
- NC0035041
Hemby Acres W WTP

Permit NC0035041
A. (I.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics'
- `.-
Discharge Limitations
- ' 'Monitoring Requirements . A,.
Monthly
Average
'Daily ,•
Maximum `
Measurement
',, Frequency -
Sample Type.
- _ • ..
Samp[e�Location 1
-
Flow
0.3 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD200C
(April 1- October 31)
9.0 mg/L
13.5 mglL
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
BODE,
(November 1- March 31)
15.0 mglL
22.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mglL
45.0 mglL
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NHs-N as N
(April 1- October 31)
3.0 mg/L
15.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
N as N
(November 1-March 31)
8.0 mg/L
35.0 mglL
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Dissolved 0xygenz
Weekly
Grab
Effluent, U, D
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean)
2001100 ml
4001100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent, U, D
Total Residual Chlorine3
17 pg1L
21Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (effluent)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (instream)
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Total Nitrogen
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
p-4
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes
1. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall. D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
2. The daily average dissolved oxygen concentration in the effluent shall not be less than 5.0 mg/L.
3. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/1 to be in compliance with
the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North
Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/l.
4. The pH shall not be Iess than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam other than trace amounts.

NPDES Permit Standard Conditions
Page 1 of 16
PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USG 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
conform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal tune intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following
restrictions also apply:
> Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
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Influent samples shall not he ceillccted ,more than once her Betio.
Permit tees whose detention time < 24 hours ;hall collect effluent
1e
a e
lendar dai
the total mass Of the
concentration
grab samples collect
Daily 1laxitmt m
ith w astewater treatment s\stetus
least e etyaLL hrnirs [1 = days detention tan
collected at least e e:,t: °sir hours; there must be a minimum o
Drat satr:Ittl t
1 durilil a calendar da. = or at. 24--hour p
I"he "daily discharge
site sample conce
tentir4nal and other non -taxi
compliance n*itli permit line
interval,
4h
24-hour
us shall collect
Effluent
during, a 24-
"daily discharge'° is caticial.ite(1 as
cc ncentr ttican cuinpri cs the nlea.
r satnpLu g ;haUbe s,inaplccl out of es erw da, leer week unless otherwise specific d in the
pern►it. expects that saniplvi , shall he cortclucaed on-weekd arts c cept where holidays or other
disruptions of uortnal opera prevent week(Ia.i` sanilliitig. 'If sampling is r _gt:.red for all sett en days of the eek
fiar any permit: para:metet(s;l, tlialt reclittrenie.tit will be so noted on the Effluent Linutations and Monitoring Page(s).
D \\'Q o "
1 he D'ivvmn
Department of hsn ironnient and Natural Resources,
1?1IC
The North (ar 4bna .ra\t11,nmental. •1lanageinent Commission,
Facility- Closure
The
cessation of .M7 w-atcrr treatment at a pemiittecl facail.ittr, car the cessation
under the NPI)) S,.. Completion of facility- closure wi]1 allow tl
metrw aNlean
Fhe Nth
c°:;ticula tin
rala
collected Ina
samples):
of the product of
es of
k "0" (car
of indi� clt.Ial
all lie considered - 1.
tnI ccallected over a pet-icicl of time not exec
s must be representaiti °e cal` true clischa:rge {or the receivlt
raider 4fl C'FaR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water . act.
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Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit).
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limitT
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement unposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
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['Age 4 ah 16
d.
section 4l
4020)(3) rot 402(b
imprisonment of not more than 1 year,
negligent violation., a person shall be st
vic latitatn, of liar rat risonmernt of not more than
who kilo!a,'t I
5,000 to $50,
tl
pena
[40 CE-R 1.22.4.1
*'\nt person who knowing-1
condition or limitation irnn
and who knows at that tithe that
bodily iniury, shall, upon conviction
more than. 1.5 "e:ar, or both, l.n the case chi
violation, a person shall be subject to at. fine
30 heals, or b th. ;1n organization, as defined
of violating the imminent danger provision, be
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent con
ch sectis Fos
PC.
quent conviction h
$ [00,000 per day of v
'Under stare law
who violates u
{ arenlirtaa
Any person nnaV h
sections its a part
not to exceed $10,000 per
$25,000. Penalties for Clays II violations
violation cc tst cues, with the maximum.. amount
122.41 (a) (3)1
a
CF.R 122.41 (d)].
Civil :an
Except its pritvidc:d in permit cone
1 inures°" (,Part L. ;. 7), nothing
responsibili
of the Federal .x°
fish kills, even. thou
143- 215.6:1]
an adnUtus trari\
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or a
trader section 402
seal its a pretrea
Mo ram approved under section
0 to 525,000 per day of violation, or
ahscquent conviction for a
penalties of not more than $50,000 per clad„ of
or both. [40 (.'I R 122.41 ;a, (2)]
or such. conditions or liiru
or imprisonment for not more than
knowing violation, a person shall be s
2, 303,
sections its a permit i t
then person in
40 CI-' '122.41
00 per v
penalty
pernit
f this Act.
rs amount of any- Class I laetaalt assa„ssccl not tcn t°:,ceed
are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each die dtitritng which the
Class II penalty- not to exceed $125,000. [411 CFR
6 years,
ent danger of death or semi
5t;) 000 or imprisonment of not
now-ing endangerment
-tot of not more than
conviction
d can be fined
be assesseel against any person
lurenients of a lneYrrnir, [North
take all reasonable steps to tsiianiinni.ae c'.tr prevent a.ttt discharge or sludge use or disposal in
likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
()tl and hazardous
' cntling in this permit
frcntn any responsil.:i litie
215.75 et secla or Sectiost
consequential datnates,
ee_nnpa,rarily suspended.
on "Bypass iral;" (Part II. (w. 4), "Upsets" (Part IL C. 5) and "P
.11 be construed to relieve the Pea.-tnittee from any
fiance pursuant to N(;GS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
Mute is responsible for consequential danxage;., such as
Hance may. be temporarily suspended,
iabiEtties, or penal
l of the Federal ;
fish kills, even tl
ecltulc. tl,te instituno-don or relieve. the Peru
the Permit te:c is c?r tnnav 1ne .ulniect tin uncle°:r NCGS
Furt
responsibilitti for effective compliaance may be
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5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at Ieast 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
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siFrletl by a l�t.r°stra desta.ihc-cl its aragraiph a. above or by.
person is
I. The authortza(ion
2. 1"lte authori
operation of the
well field, superirlteiacic;tir, '+
overall responsibility for etri-irc
thus. be either a :named individual or any individual occur,
The written authorization is submitted t<a the Permit Is
-nut Issuing Authority sllall
presentative of that person.
`1
duly authorized
or a.
hay.
respons;mllilrtt, or i'tn 1nC171"id
t°glade in x nt
specified eitl
lrlated fWaciiitt
Changes to authorization; If an authorization under paragr
because a different individual or position has responsibility
autliori ation satisfyrinf; the requirements cat paragraph (b) o
afty reports, ixlforrtaaatic.an, r.at: a rpplicaatitails t<t be
representative I10 CFR 122.22
Certification, Any person sig?iaing a docutncilt under paraa
following; certification (4(:0 (W FaR
r b. of tl
operator o
overall
e11 car
having
rnav
make th
"1 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel property gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete, 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for submiitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
a permit n10
cipitted noncompliance does not star a
13. Permit Modification, Revoc
'F'he issuance of this permit does not
permit, revoking and reissuing the pertt-
contained in "1"i.tic 1(.), Code of Federal Re
.Administrative Code, Subchapter 2f1 .0100; an(
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Montt
The Pernnttee rllust pay the annual iulininistenng are
billed b1- the livisitlil. Failure to pay the fee in a rime'
may cause this
the per
Parts 122 and 12:3;
end Statute 14 2
Section C. Operation
Certiti tl t;,)pc^rau
Upon classification tf the lsernattted aciliti 1n the C
certified water poll:uri.ctal cotatrol treatment sstetn operate
Control. treatment ststenl. arch of eratctr seta t latrld a cer
classification assigned to the water pollution crcantractl t:
Pernuttee "mist also employ one or more certified Back-up ORC
type of the system. Tack -up (. )RC, must possess a grade equal to
of the system [15,°. NC.AC 8E3.02011.
Rec tore nests
pliance morl.itctx
annex ill accorda
Pcrllxittian. Controls
nd moclift lug flee
and regulation
the 'North, Carolina
file will
e with 15.„A.. NCAC 211.0105 ilai
the I'ermittee shall employ a
ie (ORC::) of the water pollution
:ctuivalent to or greater than the
ertificaation Commission. 'l he
a currently valid certificate of the
one grade less than) the grade
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The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
IT. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
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shall comply with all exis
40 (la'R Part 503, any pet
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued,
Pernrittee shall comply with applicable 40 CIaR 503 Standart
aced laapass, .after
hree concl
_l Porn
lace who wishes
eclrnten
prortatalgaated) within the time provided in the rel ta.lation, even i.f the pent
reelutrenlcnt. The Perniittec shall notify the Permit Issuing Authcaritv of any s.
or disposal practices,
he
sociated with the treatment fa
Permit Issun
is Issuing; .luthorit
.ctia.)n.
5. Upsets
a. l.i;ffect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n)
ubttt d
provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
n
approve all at
tac:+tictarlalrliance was caused by ulasct, surd. be
subject t
Conditions nec.essart for :r demonstration of upset;
affirmative defense of upset shall deralonst,ratte, tllre
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Pernaittee can idcnt
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being proper' operated;
(3) The Pernuttce submitted ncatice of the upset as rccltlit°ed in Part I1. L. (i. (b) of this l
(4) The Pernlittec complied witla xny rc^tueclial. measures required 'under Part I1. B. 2.
.Burden of proof [40 C,l"R 122.41 (n) .0i1:
upset has the lrurd.eta of pluuf itt a
et
c
adverse effects,
e: its Pa
requirements of
t,-s that
establish the
i°ating• Ica}s, tar
The Pernlittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
Retaaor ed Substa{nets
Staltds, sl;udfes, filter baac.kwash, or other pollutants te.m n-ed .in tile. course of treatment or control of w.astew
sllall lie tttilirt:d/'disposed of in accordance with ?V(;(,TS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any. pollutant
from. such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Pertn.ittee
Federal regulations gc,veraung the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
saunl 'tutllorir fear the utilization,/tit posal of sludge may he
requirements at It) (1 R 503.
rtd Disposal of Sewage Sludge
Power „Failures
,The
Reliability
culler by means
Section on D. Monitoring and Records
1.
apt.
Saatnple°s ccallectecl aarld measaarcrnent taken, as retluised herein
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than d
characteristic of the discharge over the entire pert(
monitoring paints specified in this permit nand, unless t:pthe
both- of water, or substance.Iorlitorin
f the Permit issuing, Authority[0 (la"R 1?2.4! ij
tcrs
rporatt the-
ng°c .ira its!
\ NC\C 2
ctrical
d effluent.
ractetlsttc c>t tilts 'orange rYatl taatttre cat
all be taken on a day and time that is
A11 samp shall be taken in tlue
efore the effluent 1ouas or is ddtatcd
taaat be changed wit.h•out
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2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarizedfor each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR I, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The.
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shallapprove the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer. as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
• > all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
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coplei of all reports required hy this permit
copies of all data used to complete the application .for this permit
These records or ciipies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period inay be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122..41,1,
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Pennittee shall record.
the following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. Thedate, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed die sampling or measurements;
c, The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. 'The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e, The analytical techniques or .methods used; toad
f. 'The results of' such analyses,
8, Inspection ,;ind, Entry
The Permittee shall allow the INrector, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other docinnents as may be required
bv law, to:
a. Enter upon the Permince's premises where a regulated facility or activity is locate( A. oiidticted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this. permit;
1). Have access to and copy, at reasonable times,. any records that must be kept under the conditions .of this
permit;
c, Inspect at reascarable times an fiicilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit, and
4. Sample or monitor at reasonable tirnes, for the 'Imposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorised by the Clean Water )ct, any substances or parameters at inn- location [40 CFR 122.41 0)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
Change in Discharge
All discharges authorived herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this tnit more frequently thin cir at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
Planned Changes
The Pernuttec shall give notice to the Director as soon AS possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)", Notice is required only when:
a. "Ihe alteration or additio.to a jx'rrnittcd facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent Innitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122,42 (a) (1).
e. '17he alteration or addition results in a significant claange in the Pertinttee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the applicatiiin of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the .pertant application process air not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3, Anticipated Noncompliance
The Perinittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance With the pei mit [40 CFR 122,41 (1) (1)1.
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4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMA.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a. case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) R.
8. Other Information
Where the Perr ittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect informadon in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circums tances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
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telephone shall also file a
confidential under (Cry 143-215.3 (a
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Act, effluent data shall not be consider
12. AAnnraal Pe
Pernuttees "wh
report to the
The report shall sutn.tnar
the facility was compliant with applic;al
he report shall be provided no later than
which Annual period is used for evaluation.
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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`\CGS. 143-21.5. .
d rules pert.uni
Section A. Constrara ttcsn
Pertnittce slaail rant ce tnc nce construction of wastewater treatment i t.ilities, nor add to the plants trc ttnetat
capacity, nor change the treatment pna.css(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Diy-isie.rn has issued an
luthori atinn to Construct (ACC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications fer
the tat posed construction have been st.abm:i red by the Pertaittec and approved by the Division,
Section B. Grog ner NGomto
The Permitte°c sha
cictcrm.
Section C. Changes in Disc, arr es of.Toxi,c: Substances
'1 he Permittee shall ratify the Permit Issuing .°t:utlrc ritl as sc;
aa. That any aetiv1tr has a: ccttrred or woccur
basis,
followrn
(1) One hundred nucre.aagratns
(2) Two hundred anuct°cigra
per liter (500 lug/L.) for 2.-1•.diner
(1 mg/1..) for antinacrnl
maximum cutrcentration value re.) tied for that poll>erti
duct groundwater mo.tutor°rng is may be re uired to
e current groundwater standards.
it knows or has reason to hclievc: (-lf.! CF% 1 22.42):
b. That any
infrequent l:aasi.s, t:
of the follow
xic pollutant which is
uted ira the pert
he disclaargc, t:ata <i re utirre c r firer,,
charge will exceed the highest o
lein and acr lotutrile; five hundred n
-4.6-dinittophc.nol; and one millign
occurred ear w ll occur which would result
is p+:allutatit which is not limited in the permit`, if chat discharge will exceed the
ification levels'°:
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(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 daps prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs must provideadequate notice to the Director of the following:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be 'subject to
section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not Limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
c. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
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l atlt regard to the c:ffluc$nt recluireataettts 1:isted ira 1'aart I of this permit, it naaa Iaa: zae a essa,ra for the
l ex,at ittee to supplement the requirernents of the Fecl ,al Pretreatment St:ant.arcls (40 CI�11., Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the. Pernuttee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such. actions.
tttae faa^ tic:tcssat~t re#;*at Iiti sc.stnr c.it all caf ilia ir.r.clt¢stries c1i charging to the municipal system,
1'he
Federal 'Pretreatment Stan(
wastewater water from any
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nfluent to the permitted
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'retscaattnrerat Program per 15A..
t` shill be modified, or alternan
menu Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development o
I rain. aas required under Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water _\c¢ and lnlpteaneftt
d State pretreatment prorani, its apprc_rptiate,
modify an existing
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under author to arffsecticatas 30Y(la) :a
('1R. Part 403, Ntardr
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referenced in the Pretreatment P
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The Pe_t,mittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program ua accordance w
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regatlaaticaus 40 (FR Part 403, the Stale.
NC :.1C 211 .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, larctcedu.res, ;and financial
pretreatment program submission and Division approved naodific°atitatts there of,
but is not limited to the implementation of the following cc:andiduns aattd requirements:
4,
Sewer Use() rdi wince (SU()).
The errnirtee shall maintains adcljuate legal awl
Industrial Waste Sur�vt
The Perrrnttee shall u
system at least once every tive
data to
specific pretreatment lacy
by Para II, Section. D, and
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402(1)(8} caf the C leasr
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a approved pretreatment program,
cticm of facility specific
Iop.uitnt o
lac: D'1IRs (as required
s .<\natltsss (1 [4 •``<11 at least can.ce everT, five
Fears, rind as rcaltairaal 121° the 1)ivi.siota. Within 1)0 cl<a s of the effective date r:af this
subsegaaetxt pert anit nacaclific atican) the Pernuttee shall snbnait: ten the I)i€isican a av°titters technical evalua
of the need to revise local lunits (ie. an updated. HWtil or docutnen.tation of why one as aaot aaeeded) [40
CFR 122.44]. The Perini., tee shall de.velcap, in accordance with 41) CFR 403.5(c) and 15.A NCr\C; 21-I .0909,
specific Local Limits to itn in 40 CFR (103.5(a) and (b) and 15. \ NC.:\( 211
,0909,
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In accordance with NCGS 143- `15.1,
operation of pretreatment equipment and dischar
shall containlimitations', sampling protocols, repo
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary fear the
technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge dli meet all applicable pretreatment standards and
teyuirements. The Perrnittee steal' maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results
of the. Hcadworks Analysis ([ A A) and the limits from- all Industrial Users Pretreatment: Permits (11,3P).
Permitted TUT loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the I'i:)TW as
determined by the l:I\1;A.
Ainhori anon to Construct (
The Perrrnitiee hall: ensure t
industrial users 1`tat. the con
an AtC, the proposed pretr
comply with all Industrial Use
retltntr
Mo
nduct imp
nt program in order to deterrnine,
dth applicable pretreatment standards
:aigniticant Industrial Users (SJUs) a;t
Significant Industrial Users (STUB) at
pollutants, once during, the period from
m July 1 through December 31, exce
calendar pear:,
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quire all Industt Lasers to comply wi
ed in the Division -approved pretreatment
0908.
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nulgated pursuant t(n sectitatt 307
schre standards as set forth in 40
nt actions shall be consist
industrial users,
,etrans
t works. °I'hesr permits
appropriate standard and special
ation of treatment and control
Authorization to Construct perrnnit (* tC) is issued to all applicable
i.fi:cation of any p:retreattnetrt facilitl. prirnr to the issuance of
nd treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
rrnit (IUI') Iirnita.tcttns.
f j,
surveillance, wand monito,
g activities ans described in its Division.
of inform t:tttntx sntlalnlied by ;industr%d
tee muse
alendar yea
vice prir calendar year for all
trough June 30 and once during the
compounds which shall be sampled
the applicablee ronito`tttg and re
ogratn, the industrc's
appropri rte. rearneeltes for violations of all pretreatment standards.
d (c) of the Clean 1atetr Act (40 CF,R 405 et. tied.), pr nhibitive
403,.5 and 15A NCAC 211 .0909, and specific localliniitationss,
crth the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
e Pertnntee shall telnanrt to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .090
mural reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed Lander 15'► NCAC
iiecl to meet Niith Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pre#
ther pretreatment irrnlnlernnernt aritrnn isues,.
pretreatment pro,;ni ranr a,.
eport (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months
Division at the following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretxeatrnent Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
,Raleigh, NC ` :699 1617
ng
lent retlurrerments
11 submit two copies
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reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director
Narrat
A briefdiscussi n of reasons for, ta:tu
Users (Sills) in Si air gat t Nc n Coniplia
4ttlt Prolraxn Stntfnrnary (PPS)
specifi
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and the actions taken of proposed to c
Division,
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(SNC);
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sample:, co
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roust be reported on
otherr specific fcatrnnat approved by the Division;
rmaton
ncl the Si
al Data
cif the POT"X"s allocation table, new cartxtodified farc,snent conxplianc schedules,
notice of Sills in SNC, and any other unfortrnatitntn, nnl on request, which in the
on of the Director is needed to derertnunc compliance with the pretreatment
rnentatiotn requirements of this permit;
public No
The Permittee> shall publish annually a list of Si t ihcattt` Industrial Use (STI.i's that
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Pernuttec s Division -approved Se w t It a t: t lii rice, 7th
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month periods This list
shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
Jtecmord ;"epirtg
The Perini ttee shall retain for a munit
with support information including general records, paten: quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the PO TeX .
Fun dit dal Report
The Persnittee shall maintain adequate funding and
approved pretreatment program.
l l �etion tt Pretreatment Progratxns
to the approved pretreatttneint prograt n `itxclnading bent
ns, POT'X' monitoring of their Sigxnibcata Induslrita1 Users (SIUs), and Mo
inns, shall be considered a permit modification and shall. be governed by 15 NCAC
1,i NC C API .0907,
rd's of monitoring acti itics and results, along
g levels to accomplish the. objectives of
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SOC PRIORITY. PROJECT: Yes No x
if Yes, SOC No.
To: Western NPDES Program. Unit
Surface Water Protection Section.
Attention: Dina Sprinkle
Date: May 14, 2008
VPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0035041
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Facility and Address: Henby Acres
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
Post Office Box 240908
Charlotte, North Carolina 28224
Date of Investigation: 05-08-08
Report Prepared By: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Env. Engineer II
Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. Larry Henry,, [phone]..
5, Directions to Site: From the intersection of SR 1582 (Idelwiid Road) and SR 1525 (Mill
Grove Road) north of Indian Trail, travel northwest on SR 1582 approximately 100 feet.
Turn left (south) onto a gravel drive. The WWTP is located at the end of the drive.
-.7.45?93 j & L_ eAr//
. L)ischarge I'oint(s). List for all discharge points: . I,4'' /fl '' 4 'rC
Latitude: 35° 06' 14" Longitude: 80° 38" 02"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on
map.
USGS Quad No.: G 16 SW USGS Name: Matthews, NC
2. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes_ No If No, explain: N/A

8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Flat slopes. The WWTP is located in the
flood plain; it appears the facilities are protected from flooding.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: Approximately 200 feet.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: North Fork Crooked Creek.
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and SubbasinNo.: Yadkin and 03-07-12
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The receiving
stream is approximately 30-35 feet wide with a flat stream gradient. The stream
appears to have considerable flow. General C classification uses downstream.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1.. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.300 MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment facility? 0.300
MGD.
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current design capacity)? 0.300
MGD.
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorizations to
Construct issued in the previous two years: None.
Please provide a description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater
treatment facilities: The existing WWT facilities consists of an influent pump
station, manual bar screen, two aeration basins with mechanical aerators, two
secondary clarifiers, four aerobic sludge digesters, two Micro Floc tertiary filters,
a holding tank, chlorination, chlorine contact tank post aeration, liquid de -
chlorination, st�.ndby power and continuous flo measurement.
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f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities: N/A.
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: N/A.
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:

a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DWQ
N/A
b. Residuals stabilization: N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (specify): Waste sludge is removed and
transported by Bio-Tech, Inc., to a facility located in South Carolina for final
disposal (permit# ND0069761). L L
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet): Class II, see attached
rating sheet.
4. SIC Code(s): 4952
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities, i.e., non -contact
cooling water discharge from a metal plating company would be 14, not 56.
Primary: 05 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 05107
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies
involved (municipals only)? N/A.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: None.
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (please indicate): N/A.
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation:
Spray Irrigation: N/A
Connection to Regional Sewer System: N/A
Subsurface: N/A
Other Disposal Options: N/A
5. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous waste utilized at this facility that
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may impact water quality, air quality or groundwater? No hazardous materials are used at
this facility except for chlorine. The existing discharge is entirely domestic. No adverse
impact on air, groundwater and/or water quality is anticipated.
6. Other Special Items: None.
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENIDATIONS
The permittee, Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC is applying for renewal ofthe permit
to discharge treated domestic wastewater.
The wastewater treatment plant appeared to be in good operational condition during the
time of the investigation.
Pending review and approval by the Western NPDES Program Unit, it is recommended
that the NPDES permit for this facility be reissued.
Signature of Report Preparer
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Date
NPDES Perm- Staff Repor
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July 16, 2008
Mr, Martin Lashua
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
P. 0, Box 240908
Charlotte, NC 28224
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit NC0035041
H.emby Acres WWTP
Mg.kleaaburg County
Michael F. Easley,
nor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natttt.'tl Resources
Coleco Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
NC DENR NARO
D,urface Wafer Pro dior
Dear Mr, Lashua:
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please: review the draft very
carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains.
The draft permit contains no changes from the limits and monitoring requirements found in your current
permit; however, the facility description has been updated to note the addition of dechlorination
facilities.
Please submit any comments to me no later than 30 days following your receipt of the draft pertnit.
Comments should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are
received from the public Or from you, this permit will likely be issued in September 2008, with an
effective date of November 1, 2008..
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft pen nit, ca
extension 547.
Sincerely,
Robert L. Sledge
Point Source Branch
cc: NPDES nit File
e at
91.9)733-5083,
NoOrthCarolina
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Permit NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision 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,
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Hemby Acres WWTP
NCSR 1582 north of Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2013.
Signed this day
DR
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Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission!

Permit NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of an existing 0.3 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following
components:
• Influent pump station
• Manual bar screen
• Two aeration basins with mechanical aerators
• Two secondary clarifiers
• Four aerobic sludge digesters
• Two tertiary filters
• Chlorination with contact tank
• Post aeration
• Continuous flow measurement
• Liquid dechlorination
• Standby power
This facility is located at the Hemby Acres WWTP, off NCSR 1582, north of Indian Trail in
Union County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into North
Fork Crooked Creek, a class C water in the Yadkin Pee -Dee River Basin.

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Facility Information
Latitude: 35°06' 14" Sub -Basin: 03-07-12
Longitude: '80°38'02"
USGS Quad: Matthews, G16SW
Stream Class: C
Receiving Stream: North Fork Crooked Creek
Permitted Flow: 0.3 MGD -
Facility`
Location '"
North
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
N00035041
Hemby Acres WWTP

Permit NC0035041
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
• Effluent Characteristics
Discharge Limitations
Monitoring Requirements =_= - I
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type
'Sample Loocation1 ' -•
Flow
0.3 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD5, 200C
(April 1— October 31)
9.0 mg/L
13.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
BOD5, 20°C
(November 1— March 31)
15.0 mg/L
22.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Sus.ended Solids
30.0 m./L
45.0 m'/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3 N as N
(April 1— October 31)
3.0 mg/L
15.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
_
Effluent
NH3-N as N
(November 1— March 31)
8.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Dissolved 0xygen2
Weekly
Grab
Effluent, U, D
Fecal Colitorrn
(geometric mean)
200l100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent, U, D
Total Residual Chlorine
17 pglL
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (effluent)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (instream)
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Total Nitrogen
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
pFP
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes
1. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall. D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
2. The daily average dissolved oxygen concentration in the effluent shall not be less than 5.0 mg/L.
3. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam other than trace amounts.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes_ No x
If Yes, SOC No.
To: Western NPDES Program Unit
Surface Water Protection Section
Attention: Dina Sprinkle
Date: May 14, 2008
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0035041
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Hemby Acres
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
Post Office Box 240908
Charlotte, North Carolina 28224
2. Date of Investigation: 05-08-08
3. Report Prepared By: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Env. Engineer II
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. Larry Henry; (704) 361. 0641.
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of SR 1582 (Idelwild Road) and SR 1525 (Mill
Grove Road) north of Indian Trail, travel northwest on SR 1582 approximately 100 feet.
Turn left (south) onto a gravel drive. The WWTP is located at the end of the drive.
6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 06' 14" Longitude: 80° 38' 02"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on
map.
USGS Quad No.: G 16 SW USGS Name: Matthews, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes` No If No, explain: N/A

Topography (relationship •to tlood plain included): Hat slopes. 'fhe
flood plain: itappears the facilities are protected from flooding.
Location of nearest dwelling: Approximately 200 .feet.
r171) is located in the
W. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: North Fo•rk. Crooked Creek.
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin and 03-07-12
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The receiving
stream is approximately 30-35 feet. wide with a flat stream gradient. The: stream
appears to have considerable flow. General C classification uses downstream:
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted.: 0.300 MGD (Ulti•mate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment facility? 0.300
MGD.
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current design capaciO? 0.300
MGD.
d, Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorizations to
Construct issued in the previous two years: None.
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater
treatment facilities: The existing WWI facilities consists of an influent purnp
station, .manual bar screen., two aeration basins with mechanical aerators, two
secondary clarifiers, four aerobic sludge digesters, two .Micro Floc tertiary filters,
a holding tank, chlorination, chlorine contact tank, post aeration, liquid de -
chlorination, standby power and continuous flow measurement.
f Please provide a description of proposed. wastewater treatment facilities: N/A,
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: N/A..
h.Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:

a. If residuals are being Iand applied, please specify DWQ
N/A
b. Residuals stabilization: N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (specify): Waste sludge is removed and
transported by Bio-Tech, Inc., to a facility located in South Carolina for final
disposal (permit# ND0069761).
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet): CIass II, see attached
rating sheet.
4. SIC Code(s): 4952
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities, i.e., non -contact
cooling water discharge from a metal plating company would be 14, not 56.
Primary: 05 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 05107
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies
involved (municipals only)? N/A.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: None.
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (please indicate): N/A.
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation:
Spray Irrigation: N/A
Connection to Regional Sewer System: N/A
Subsurface: N/A
Other Disposal Options: N/A
5. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous waste utilized at this facility that
NPDES Permit Staff Report
Page 3

may impact water quality:, air quality or groundwater? No hazardous materials are used at
this facility except for chlorine. Th e existing discharge is entirely domestic. No adverse
impact on air, groundwater .andfor water quality is anticipated.
6. Other Special Items: None,
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee, Carolina Water Service, Inc, of NC is applying for renewal of the permit
to discharge treated domestic. wastewater,
The wastewater treatment plant appeared to be in good operational condition during the
time of the investigation.
Pending review and approval by the Western NPDES Prograni, is recommended
that the NPDES permit for this facility be reissued,
..114,74,7
Signature of Report15-repire
Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Date
NPDES Permit Staff Report
Page 4

1\IARTIN L SHUA
REGIONAL DIRECTOR
CAROLINA WATER SERA`
PO BOX 240908
CHARLOTTE NC 28224
Dear Mr. Lashua:
INC OF NC
No
April 18., 2008
Michael F. Easley,
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
ina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Subject: Receipt of permit rene\ wal application
NPDES Permit NC0035041
Hemby Acres WWTP
Mecklenburg County
The NPDES Emit received your permit renewal application on April 1, 2008. A member of the
NPDES Unit will review ytatrr application. They will contact you if additional information is required to
complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before
your existing permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permits, please contact Susan
Wilson at [phone], extension 510.
Sincerely,
Dina Sprinkle
NPDES Unit
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Mooresville Regional Off ce/Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
Oii
thCarolina
turally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 16.17 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone]'015 Customer Seaviee
Internet: wvvw.ncwaterquality.ord Location: 512 N. Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27604
[phone] 1-877-623-6748
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April 9, 2008
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NC DENR
Division of Water Quality
Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1617
Re: Hemby Acres WWTP
NPDES NC0935041
Renewal Request
Dear Mrs. Sprinkle,
Please find enclosed Application and attachments and consider this le
the facility referenced above.
If you should have any questions or need any additional information, plea
by email at tjkansylguiwater.com
Thank you in advance for your attention.
Tony Konsul
Regional Manager
Cc: Martin Lashua
Mary Armentrout
our official request to renew the NPDES perrnit for
do not hesitate to call me at 704-525-7990 x 218 or
a Utfts, Inc companyCarolina Wa
Service, lnc, of North Carolina
P.O. Box 240908 . Charlotte. NC 28224 ' P: 704-525-7990 F: 704-525-8174
5701 Westpark Di., Suite 101 Charlotte, NC 28217 # www.uiwater.com

For privately owned
NPDES "PLR ATI ►N - FORM D
tment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MOO
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit
NC0035041
this form in computer use the TAB key or the tap — doon arrows to moue fraa!an one
To check the bores, click your mouse an top of the box t theratri , pk ise print or ty
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Owner Name Carollrna Water Service, Inc of NC
Facility Name Hemby Acres -WWTP
Mailing Address P.O. Box 240908
City
Charlotte
State / Zip Code NC, 28224
Telephone Number [phone] east 218
Fax Number
e-mail Address
[phone]
tjkonsulgtnwater.com
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above D
Street Address or State Road NCSR 1582 North of Indian Trail
City
State / Zip Code
County
Indian Trail,
NC,
Union
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public ore anix at n or other entity that owes the facility. (Note that this is not
neferriny to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Narne Carolina Water Service, Inc of NC
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
1 of 3
P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte
NC, 28224
[phone]
[phone]
Form-01►ii6

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial ❑ Number of Employees
Commercial ® Number of Employees
Residential ® Number of Homes
School ❑ Number of Students/Staff
Other ❑ Explain:
Unkown
708
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Hemby Acres & Oak Grove Subdivision
(1) gas station with restrooms, (1) church
708 connections x 2.5
Population served: 1770
5. Type of collection system
® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes
® No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
North Fork Crooked Creek
8. Frequency of Discharge: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacity, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
The 0.3MGD wastewater treatment facility consists of an influent liftstation, bar screen, (2)
aeration basins with mechanical aerators, (2) secondary clarifiers, (4) aerobic sludge
digesters, (2) tertiary filters, tablet chlorination and sodium bisulfite(liquid) dechlorination
with a postaeration contact tank. The facility also has continuous flow measurement.
2 of 4 Form-D 1l06

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
_ __._._.Treatment_Plant.Design flow..0.3 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.170- MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.287 - • MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. _ Is_this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes ® No
12. Effluent Data
Provide rinta for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. Effluent testing data must be based on at least three samples
and must be no more than four and one half years old.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Number of
Samples
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
(BOD5)
44.0
8.8
mg/L .
_(5) Jan 08_ -
Fecal Coliform
620
5.3
#/ 100m1
(5) Jan 08
Total_.Suspended Solids __ -
6.4 .--
. _ _
1.3
_ _
mg/L.. _
(5) Jan .08... _ .
Temperature (Summer) . - - • -.-
-25.5
-
23.7
_ - _ - -
Celcius
44) June 07 R
_
Temperature (Whiter)
17.0
••- . _
13.4
` '-- -;
Celcius - -
""(5) Jan 08 . - -
pH _ _.
7.20. •
: -
- ----
7.0 -
-^�
_,.'_.-
units - : -_ .-.._ -
^
�(5) Jan 08 : ,.
- 13. List all -permits, ---construction approvals and/or applications:,
Type ' Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSDICAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
_ NC0035041_ _
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or -fill -(Section 404 or CWA)
Special Order of Consent (SOC)
Other
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, c
omplete, and accurate.
(-�[-f �§- b(cycior
Title
Printe
Signature of Applicant
11(j0
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement
representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be
maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or
who falsifies, tampers with, or knowly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be
operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management -Commission implementing
that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to
exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or
imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
3 of 3 Form-D 1 106

UtllitiEs, !race
April 9, 2008
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NC DENR
Division of Water Quality
Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1617
Re: Hemby Acres WWTP
NPDES NC0035041
Studge Management Plan
Dear Mrs, Sprinkle,
As sludge and other solids are generated at this facility„ they are periodically removed by a contractor, BioTech, Inc., and
transported to their land application facility located in Cayce, South Carolina (Permit ND0069761).
Other contractors are available should BioTech be unable to meet a schedule.
If you should have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to call me at 704-525-7990 x 218 or
by email at t konsuuiwater com.
Thank you in advance for your attention.
Sincerely,
Tony Konsul
Regional Manager
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of Ittil Caralina
P.O. Box 240908 4 Charlotte, NC 28224 P: 704-525-7990 F: 704-525-8174
5701 Westpark Dr., Suite 101 Charlotte, NC 28217 www.uiwater,00m

commencement of your dischE
monitoring results must be entc
have not received these forms,
contact this Office as quickly a
(DWQ Form MR-1), plus instr
parts be completed, and the on
Please be advised that
required for your facility. Yo=
imperative that the fee be paid
revocation of your permit.
Michael F. Easley, Go
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina De artxnent of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Cob= H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Wawa Quality
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
November 20, 2003
Mr. James Highly
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte, North. Carolina 28224
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0035041
Hemby Acres WWTP
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Highly:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0035041 was issued on November 13, 2003
for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose of
this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure to
comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it is suggested
that you thaioughly read the Permit: Of particular importance is Page 4. .
Page 4 sets forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your discharge.
Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed "Monitoring
Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies, sample types and sampling locations. Upon
N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresvllk

The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special
conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s). The
conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment
unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant
operator if you are operating wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in operation of
wastewater treatment facilities, quantity and type of wastewater being treated or discharged,
expansions and/or upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities must be permitted or approved by this
Agency. , -
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES Permit subjects the Permittee
to enforcement action pursuant to Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil
penalty of up to $25,000 per violation (and/or criminal penalties) may be assessed for such
violations. If you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the
Permit, you should contact this Office immediately. A Special Order by Consent (SOC) may be
necessary while pursuing action to obtain compliance. •
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period. Permits are not
automatically renewed. Renewal requests must be submitted to this Agency no later than 180 days
prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration date of your Permit. This date is set forth on
Page 1 of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not automatically transferable. If you, as
the Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that the Division of Water Quality
rescind the Permit or request that DWQ reissue the Permit to another party, if necessary.
,As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of your
NPDES Permit. Please read the Permit and contact this Office at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville if
you have any questions or need clarification. We Iook forward to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
_,en1 D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
D Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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Permit NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWAi R UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision 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,
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Hemby Acres WWTP
NCSR 1582 north of Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee
River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and
other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective December 1, 2003.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2008.
Signed this day November 13, 2003
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
SUSAN A. WILSON
Alan Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Permit NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of an existing 0.3 MGD wastewater treatment
facility with the following components:
• Influent pump station
• Manual bar screen
• Two aeration basins with mechanical aerators
• Two secondary clarifiers
• Four aerobic sludge digesters
• Two tertiary filters
• Chlorination with contact tank
• Postaeration
• Continuous flow measurement
This facility is located at the Hemby Acres WWTP off NCSR 1582 north
of Indian Trail in Union County
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the
attached map into North Fork Crooked Creek, a class C water in the
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Permit NC0035041
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
Effluent
Characteristics
,
Discharge Limitations
-
' , Monitoring Requirements
'
. .Monthly
Average.
Daily
Maximum
Measurement.
Frequency,,,,
Sample
• Type
Sample Location].
Flow
0.3 MOD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD5, 20°C
(April 1— October 31)
9.0 mg/L
13.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
BOD5, 20°C
(November 1 — March 31)
15.0 mg/L
22.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L _
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3-N as N
(April 1 — October 31)
3.0 mg/L
15.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3-N as N
(November 1 — March 31)
8.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
Effluent, U, D
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean)
200/100 mI
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent, U, D
Total Residual Chlorine3
17 ug/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (effluent)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (instream)
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Total Nitrogen
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
Quarterly
Composite
Effluent
pH4
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN
TRACE AMOUNTS.
NOTES:
1. U: upstream 100 feet above the outfall. D: downstream 200 feet below the outfall.
2. The daily average dissolved oxygen concentration in the effluent shall not be less than 5.0 mg/L.
3. Facility is allowed 18 months from the effective date of the permit to comply with the total residual
chlorine limit. This time period is allowed in order for the facility to budget and design/construct
the dechlorination and /or alternative disinfection systems. The limit takes effect June 1, 2005.
4. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.

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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3 /Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, arid
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. FIow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shall be taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at
intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detention time of the
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed six hours nor
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "drily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production_
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who negligent/y violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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d. Any person who knowinth violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
• g.
Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each. day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5_ Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of this
permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder
of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at Ieast 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, of other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or'
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The .written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]:
"1 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and al! attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. ! am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)J.
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance. or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Tide 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b) (4)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less. than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
> Visit the facility at Ieast weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
> Visit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a Ietter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Within 120 calendar days of:
Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which ate installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this ,permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause. effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m)' (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated duality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify. the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by I5A NCAC 2H.0124 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the caseof a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings fox continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Perrnittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any Location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)).
Section E ReportingRequitements
I. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (I)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
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6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)1.
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported.under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following.
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
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not more than 525,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct groundwater
monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current
groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
(1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels";
(I) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or Iaws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNCIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to
section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
c. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POT\V, approves alternate temperature limits;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per I5A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit.
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 2H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at Ieast once every five years.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the. DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.5.). -
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least once every five
years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any
subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation
of the need to revise Iocal limits (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.42]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 2H .0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
.0909.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits
shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control
technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and
requirements. The Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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6. Authorization to Construct (A to C)
The Permittee shall ensure that an. Authorization to Construct permit (At1) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction, or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of
an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of t} eir SKIS
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and rnon toting activities as described in its Division.
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. The Permittee must
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (S]Us) at least twice per calendar year for all permit
limited pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through. June 30 and once during the
period from fitly 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled
once per calendar year;
SUJ Self Mottitnring> And. Reporting
The Permittee shall require all i.ndustria.l insets to comply with.
requirements outlined, in the Division approved pretreatment
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
plicable monitor ng and reporting
he industry's pretreatment permit,
Enforcement Respons ]Matt (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain. appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatrnetat standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as stet forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations,
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
10. Pretreatment A.nrival. Report (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .090& In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be
required to meet with Division personnel periodically tit discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment progrtatns the Perrraittee shall submit twc copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR ) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
1�1C DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment Unit
1617 Mail. Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports sh
following:
a.)
b.)
subxmrted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant: Industrial
Users (SIU's) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
Pretreatment 1.',rogramSunamary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;.
tficarst -Co Re
spe
d.) Indus ID
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R
he violations and the actions taken ter proposed to correct the violations on
approved by the Division;
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ng data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
Ihese analytical results roust be reported on Industrial Data Surninary Forms
(1DSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
C ther nfira ti :era
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new it modified enforcement compliance schedules,
public notice of SIUs irn. SNC, and; any other information, upon. request, which in the
opinion of the Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment
implementation requirements of this permit;
1 1, Public. Notice
The Perrnittce shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were ita Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division approved Sewer Use Ordinance with
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list
shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
12. Record Keeping
The Pernuttee shall retain for a rmnimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along
with support infbrrnation including, general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the PCYFW.
13, uri r n"' I in ncial R o
The Permit tee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment progratta.
14. dification to P
lTcadifi.cations to the approved pretreatment prolatri including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTtxi monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (STUB), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 13 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 21-1. 907,
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JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
.BILL I-IQLMAN
SECRETARY
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
February. 11, 2000
Mr Jim Highly
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 240908
Charlotte NC 28224
Permit No. NC0035041
Hemby Acres WWTP
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Highly:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0035041 was issued on
February 4, 2000 for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from
your facility. The purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit
and the liabilities in the event of failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the
Permit. If you have not already done so, it is suggested that you thoroughly read the
Permit. Of particular importance are Pages 4 and 5.
Pages 4 and 5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring
requirements for your discharge. Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations
set forth. The section headed "Monitoring Requirements" describes the measurement
frequencies, sample types and sampling locations. Upon commencement of your
discharge (or operation), you must initiate the required monitoring. The monitoring
results must be entered on reporting forms furnished or approved by this Agency. If you
have not received these forms, they should be arriving shortly. If you fail to receive the
forms, please contact this Office as quickly as possible. I have enclosed a sample of the
"Effluent" reporting form (DEM Form MR-1), plus instructions for completing the form.
It is imperative that all applicable parts be completed, and the original and one copy be
submitted as required.
Please be advised that an annual administering and compliance monitoring fee
may be required for your facility. You will soon be receiving a statement from our
Raleigh Office. It is imperative that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent
enforcement action or possible revocation of your permit.
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Mr. Highly
February 11, 2000
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and
special conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or
discharge(s). The conditionsinclude special reporting requirements in the event of
noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are
requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant operator if you are operating
wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in operation of wastewater treatment
facilities, quantity and type of wastewater being treated or discharged, expansion and/or
upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities must be permitted or approved by this
Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES Permit subjects
the Permittee to enforcement action pursuant to Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina
General Statutes. A civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation (and/or criminal
penalties) may be assessed for such violations. If you find at any time that you are
unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, you should contact this
Office immediately. A Special Order by Consent (SOC) may be necessary while
pursuing action to obtain compliance.
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period.
Permits are not automatically renewed. Renewal requests must be submitted to this
Agency no later than 180 days prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration
date of your Permit. This date is set forth on Page 1 of the Permit. Also note that
NPDES Permits are not automatically transferable. If you, as the Permittee, cease to
need this Permit, then you should request that the Division of Water Quality rescind the
Permit or request that the Division of Water Quality reissue the Permit to another party,
if necessary.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the
importance of your NPDES Permit. Please read the Permit and contact this Office at
704/663-1699 in Mooresville of you have any questions or need clarification. We look
forward to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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State c)f North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Jaynes B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holrnarn, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Mr. -Jirn
Carolina
Post OffSCe lit
Chaarlotte. "'s s-s•lt Carolrtra
Dear 11r, Fliglrly:
In accordance \vith the applir di
warding herewith the subject state • 'DLS perms
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4, 2000
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Permit \umber NCilt' :r041
peril tit received on March 1, 1999, the Division is
'his permit i issued pursuant to the requirements of
„trandum of greement 'between North Carolina and
tte.d December 6. 1985,
if any parts, measurement frequencies err sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request w•ithin thirty (50) daay°s
following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.6714. Unless. such a demand is rnade„ this permit shall be
final and binding.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by
the Division of NA`ater Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area
Management Act, or any other Federal or Local governmental permits which may be required.
1f you have any questions regarding the attached draft permit, please do not hesitate to contact me at
telephone number (919) 75,7.5083 extension =555(
Sincerely,
Origirt!ii°i y a
David A. Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens
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Permit No. NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute I45-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Hemby Acres
NCSR 1582
North of Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin Pee -Dee River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts
I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective March 1, 2000.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 3I, 2003.
Signed this day February 4, 2000.
Original Signed By
David A. Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to:
Continue operation of an existing 0.3 !11GD wastewater treatment facility consisting of an
influent pump station, manual bar screen, two aeration basis with mechanical aerators, two
secondary clarifiers, four aerobic sludge digesters. two tertiary filters, chlorination with
contact tank, post aeration, and continuous flow measurement located at Hemby Acres on
NCSR 1582. north of Indian Trail. Union; and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into North
Fork Crooked Creek. a class C water in the Yadkin Pee -Dee River Basin.

Facili' *ty Inforina ion
Latitude: 35°06'14"
Lonaitude: 80°38'02"
Quad #: Matthews, Gl6SW
Stream Class: C
"Receiving Stream: North Fork Crooked Creek
Permitted Flow: 0.3 MGD
•Sub -Basin:
03-07-12
•
Carolina Water
NC0035041 •
Hernby Acres - Union County

A (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS -- FINAL
Permit No. NC0035041
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration. the Permitter is authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial number
001- Wastewater Treatment Plant Effluent. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the-Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
DISCHARGE LIMITATIONS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly Average
.
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type
Sample
Locations
Flow (MGD)
0.30
Continuous
Recording
1 or E
BOD;, 20°C (April 1 — October 31)
9.0 mg/L
13.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
E
20"C (November 1 — March 31)
_
15.0 mg/L
22.5 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
E
_BOD,;•
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weehly
Composite
E
NI-1;-N (April 1 — October 31)
3.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
I_
N1-15-N (November 1 — March 31)
8.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
E
Dissolved Oxygen2
Weekly
Grab
E. U. D
Fecal Coliforrn (geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 nil
Weekly
Grab
E, U. I)
Total Residual Chlorine
2/Wcelt
Grab
E
Temperature
_
Weekly
_ Grab
E. U. I)
pH,
Weekly
Grab
E
Total Nitrogen (NO2+NO3+TKN)
Quarterly
Composite
E
Total Phosphorus
Quarterly
Composite
E
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.
NOTES:
Sample Locations: l — Influent, E — Effluent, U — Upstream above discharge point, U — Downstream 1.0 mile below outran before hlenthy Branch School. Stream samples shall be
grab samples taken weekly during the months of April — October.
2 The daily average dissolved oxygen concentration as measured in the effluent shall not be less than E5.0 tog/L.
'' The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.

PART I
Section B. Schedule of Compliance
I. The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations specified for discharges in accordance
with the following schedule:
Permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the permit unless
specified below.
2. Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the
existing facilities at optimum efficiency.
3. No later than 14 calendar days following a date identified in the above schedule of compliance,
the permittee shall submit either a report of progress or, in the case of specific actions being
required by identified dates, a written notice of compliance or noncompliance. In the latter case,
the notice shall include the cause of noncompliance, any remedial actions taken, and the
probability of meeting the next schedule requirements.

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Page 1 of 14
PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTION A. DEFINITIONS
1. Permit Issuing_ Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
2. DEM or "the Division"
Means the Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources.
3. EMC
Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC
1251, et. seq.
5. Mass/Day Measurements
a. The "monthly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during a calendar month on which daily discharges are sampled and
measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such
month. It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of the pollutant found
each day of the month and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were
reported. The limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" in Part I of the permit.
b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar week (Sunday - Saturday) on which daily discharges are
sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during such week. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of
pollutants found each day of the week and then dividing this sum by the number of days the
tests were reported. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" in Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily discharge" is the total mass (weight) of a pollutant discharged during a
calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant
calculated from it is the "maximum daily discharge." This limitation is identified as "Daily
Maximum," in Part I of the permit.
d. The "average annual discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled and
measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such
year. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of pollutants found each
day of the year and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were reported. This
limitation is defined as "Annual Average" in Part I of the permit.

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6. Concentration Measurement
a. The "average monthly concentration,' other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar month on
which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges
sampled and/or measured during such month (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration
values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a composite sample or in
the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow value) of all the samples
collected during that calendar clay. The average monthly count for fecal coliform bacteria is
the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar month. This
limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in Part 1 of the permit.
b. The "average weekly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week
(Sunday/Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the
number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such week (arithmetic mean of the
daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a
composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average weekly count for
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a
calendar week. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" under "Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily concentration" is the concentration of a pollutant discharge during a
calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day the concentration of
pollutant calculated from it is the "Maximum Daily Concentration". It is identified as "Daily
Maximum" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
d. The "average annual concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar year on
which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the number of daily discharges
sampled and/or measured during such year (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration
values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a composite sample or in
the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow value) of all the samples
collected during that calendar day . The average yearly count for fecal coliform bacteria is the
geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar year. This Iimitation is
identified as "Annual Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
e. The "daily average concentration" (for dissolved oxygen) is the minimum allowable amount of .
dissolved oxygen required to be available in the effluent prior to discharge averaged over a
calendar day. If only one dissolved oxygen sample is taken over a calendar day, the sample is
considered to be the "daily average concentration" for the discharge. It is identified as "daily
average" in the text of Part 1.
f. The "quarterly average concentration" is .the average of ail samples taken over a calendar
quarter. It is identified as "Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Part 1 of the permit.
g•
A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through March,
April through June, July through September, and October through December.

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7. Other Measurements
a. Flow, (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours average flow, averaged
monthly. It is determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the
calendar month.
b. An "instantaneous flow measurement" is a measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when
both the sample and flow will be representative of the total discharge.
c. A "continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge flow from the facility which occurs
continually without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for
infrequent maintenance activities on the flow device.
8. Types of Samples
a. Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of:
(1) a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period of discharge
and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(2) a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with the time
intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow
recorder and totalizer, and the present gallon interval between sample collection fixed at
no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(3) a single, continuous sample collected over a 24 hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
In accordance with (1) above, the time interval between influent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour, and the time interval between effluent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems having a detention time of
greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at time intervals
evenly spaced over the 24 hour period which are equal in number of hours to the detention time
of the system in number of days. However, in no case may the time interval between effluent
grab samples be greater than six (6) hours nor the number of samples less than four (4) during a
24 hour sampling period.
b. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual samples collected over a period of time not
exceeding 15 minutes; the grab sample can be taken manually. Grab samples must 'be
representative of the discharge or the receiving waters.
9. Calculation of Means
a Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual
values divided by the number of individual values.
b. Geometric Mean: The geometric mean of any set of values is the Nth root of the product of the
individual values where N is equal to the number of individual values. The geometric mean is
equivalent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual values.
For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one
(I).
c. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by flow value means the summation of each concentration
times its respective flow divided by the summation of the respective flows.

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10. Calendar Day
A calendar day is defined as the period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day.
However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents
the calendar day may be used for sampling.
11. Hazardous Substance
A hazardous substance means any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section
311 of the Clean Water Act.
12. Toxic Pollutant
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(I) of the Clean Water Act.
SECTION B. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Duty to Comply
The permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance
constitutes a violation of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit
termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application.
a. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section
307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or
disposal established under section 405(d) of' the Clean Water Act within the time provided in
the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge
use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a
civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently
violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both. Any person who knowingly
violates permit conditions is subject to criminal penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also,,any person who violates a
permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,000 per violation
with the maximum amount not to exceed $125,000. [Ref: Section 309 of the Federal Act 33
U.S.C.1319 and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)]
c. Under state Iaw, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation
may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms,
conditions, or requirements of a permit. [Ref: North Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating
section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation
implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act.
Administrative penalties for Class 1 violations are not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with
the maximum amount of any Class 1 penalty assessed not to exceed $25,000. Penalties for Class
II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the violation
continues, with the maximum amount of any Class I1 penalty not to exceed $125,000.

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2. Duty to Mitigate
The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or
disposal in violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting
human health or the environment.
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, C-4) and "Power Failures" (Part 1I,
C-7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from any responsibilities,
liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of
the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages,
such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily
suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve
the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the permittee is or may
be subject to under NCGS 143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 132I.
Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even
though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property,
or any exclusive privileges,•nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of
personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application
of any provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such
provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.
8. Duty to Provide Information
The permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any
information which the Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for
modifying, revoking and reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this
permit. The permittee shall also furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of
records required to be kept by this permit.
9. Duty to Reapply
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of
this permit, the permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.

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10. Expiration of Permit
The permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive
automatic authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the permittee shall submit such
information, forms, and fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than
180 days prior to the expiration date. Any permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180
days prior to expiration, or any permittee that does not have a permit after the expiration and has
not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the permittee to enforcement
procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed
and certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(I) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a
responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president
of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who
performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager
of one or more manufacturing production or operating facilities employing more than 250
persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures exceeding 25 million (in second quarter
1980 dolIars), if authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager
in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor,
respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive
officer or ranking elected official.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized representative of
that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the
overall operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant
manager, operator of a well or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent
responsibility, or an individual or position having overall responsibility for environmental
matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named
individual or any individual occupying .a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall
make the following certification:
"I certify, under penalty of law,. that this document and all attachments were prepared under
my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering
the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."

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12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request
by the permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a
notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition.
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and
modifying the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by
the laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and
123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Previous Permits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility,
whether for operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. The exclusive
authority to operate this facility arises under this permit. The authority to operate the facility
under previously issued permits bearing this number is no longer effective..) The conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions'of this permit authorizing discharge under the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon 'classification of the
facility by the Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such
operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the classification
assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The permittee
must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and any grade to comply
with the conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each Class 1
facility at least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends
and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the
facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. Once the
facility is classified, the permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission which
designates the operator in responsible charge within thirty days after the wastewater treatment
facilities are 50% complete.
2.
Proper Operation and Maintenance
The permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of
treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also
includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision
requires the operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities or similar systems which are installed by a
permittee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit.

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3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary
to halt or reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this
permit.
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Definitions
(1) 'Bypass" means the known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment
facility including the collection system, which is not a designed or established or operating
mode for the facility.
(2) "Severe property damage" means substantial physical damage to property, damage to the
treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or substantial and permanent
loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage does not mean economic loss caused by delays in
production.
b. Bypass not exceeding (imitations.
The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be
exceeded, but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These
bypasses are not subject to the provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall
submit prior notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an
evaluation of the anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
required in Part II, E. b. of this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against
a permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent Ioss of life, personal injury or severe property
damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment
facilities, retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of
equipment downtime. This condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should
have been installed in the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass
which occurred during normal periods of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance;
and
(C) The permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section.
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its
adverse affects, if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three
conditions listed above in Paragraph d. (1) of this section.

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5. Upsets
a. Definition.
"Upset means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factors beyond the
reasonable control of the permittee. An upset does not include noncompliance to the extent
caused by operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment
facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
b. Effect of an upset.
An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such
technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph c. of this
condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final
administrative action subject to judicial review.
c. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset.
A permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate,
through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II, E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II, B. 2. of this
permi t.
d. Burden of proof.
In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of
wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such
as to prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable
. waters of the United States. The permittee shall comply with all existing federal regulations
governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of 40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued
by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be reopened and
modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR Part 503. The
permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of
Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit
is not modified to incorporate the requirement. The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing
Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM Regulation,
Title 15A, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability, to prevent the
discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by
means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.

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SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case
of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
following address:
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with ,accepted scientific practices
shall be selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of
monitored discharges. The devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the
accuracy of the measurements are consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than + 10%
from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Once -through
condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in
Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this
requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations
published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as
Amended, and Regulation 40 CPR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40
CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been specified
in this permit.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce
minimum detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all
data generated must be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the
procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable of achieving minimum detection and

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reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the
lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders
inaccurate, any monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall,
upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for
not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation
committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph, punishment is a fine of not
more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years, or both.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's
sewage sludge use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five
years (or longer as required by 40 CFR 503), the permittee shall retain records of all monitoring
information, including all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip chart
recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by this permit,
for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application.
This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee
shall record the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f . The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized
contractor acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other
documents as may be required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions
of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control
equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as
otherwise authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location.

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SECTION E. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit.
The discharge of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess
of that authorized shall constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical
alterations or additions to the permitted facility. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining
whether a'facility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of
pollutants discharged. This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to
effluent limitations in the permit, nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 122.42 (a)
(1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the permittee's sludge use or
disposal practices, and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of
permit conditions that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including notification
of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application process or not
reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The permittee shaII give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted
facility or activity which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements.
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such other
,requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part 11. D. 2
of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use
or disposal practices..
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test
procedures specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be
included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.

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6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any
noncompliance which may endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be
provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence
of the noncompliance.
b. The following shall be included as information which must be reported within 24 hours under
this paragraph:
(1) Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(2) Any upset which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(3) Violation of a maximum daily discharge limitation for any of the pollutants listed by the
Director in the permit to be reported within 24 hours.
c. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under paragraph
b. above of this condition if the oral report has been received within 24 hours.
7. Other Noncompliance
The permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of
this permit at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information
listed in Part II. E. 6. of this permit.
8. Other Information
Where the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit
application, or submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the
Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or information.
9. Noncompliance Notification
The permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional
office of the Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working
day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence'of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the
dumping of the contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance
through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of
adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators,
compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass
directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such
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Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within
5 days following first knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2) or Section 308 of the
Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for
public inspection at the offices of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent
data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false statement on any such
report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-2I5.1(b)(2) or
in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
1I. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any record or other .document submitted or required to be
maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or
noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation,
or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.

PART III
, OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A. Construction
No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions to add to the plant's treatment
capacity or to change the type of process utilized at the treatment plant shall be begun until Final
Plans and Specifications have been submitted to the Division of Water Quality and written approval
and Authorization to Construct has been issued.
B. Groundwater Monitoring
The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct
groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted
facility with the current groundwater standards.
C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe:
a.That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or
frequent basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will
exceed the highest of the following "notification levels";
(I) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/l);
(2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/1) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred
micrograms per liter (500 ug/1) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and
one milligram per liter (1 mg/I) for antimony;
(3) Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit
application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine
or infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will
exceed the highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/I) for antimony;
(3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit
application.
D. Requirement to Continually Evaluate Alternatives to Wastewater Discharges
The permittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most
environmentally sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. if the facility is in
substantial non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules,
regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit a report in such form and detail as required by the
Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within sixty (60) days of notification by the
Division.

e must pay the annual adrni t and compliance monitorin
irty) days after being billed by Div on. Failure to pay the
per in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause
itiate action to revoke the permit.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes_ No x
If Yes, SOC No.
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles Weaver
Date: April 13, 1999
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0035041
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Hemby Acres
Carolina Water Service, Inc. of NC
Post Office Box 240908
Charlotte, North Carolina 28224
2. Date of Investigation: 04-07-99
3. Report Prepared By: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Env. Engineer I
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. Steve Childers, ORC; [phone]
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of SR 1582 (Idelwild Road) and SR 1525 (Mill
Grove Road) north of Indian Trail, travel northwest on SR 1582 approximately 100 feet.
Turn left (south)onto a gravel drive. The WWTP is located at the end of the drive.
6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 06' 14" Longitude: 80° 38' 02"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on
map.
USGS Quad No.: G 16 SW USGS Name: Matthews, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes_ No_ If No, explain: N/A

Topography (relationship to flood. plain included): Flat slopes. 71
flood plain; it appears the facilities are protected from flooding.
9. Location of .nearest dwelling: Approximately 200 feet.
10. Receiving stream. or affected surface waters: North Fork Crooked Creek.
P is located in the
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin and 03-07-12
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The receiving.
stream is a moderate sized creek with a flat stream gradient. The stream appears
to have considerable flow. General C cla.ssiticationuses downstream.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.300 MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment. facility? 0.300
MGI).
c. Actual treatment capacity -ofthc cu
MGD.
7 (current design capacity)? 0.300
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowedby previous Authorizations to
Construct issued. in the previous two years: None,
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater
treatment facilities: 'Ihe existing WWI facilities consists of an influent ,pump
station, manual bar screen, two aeration basins with. mechanical aerators, two
secondary clarifiers, four aerobic sludge digesters, two Micro Floc 'tertiary filtersir.„
chlorination, chlorine contact tank, ,post aeration and continuous flow
O titi6
measurement.
Please provide a description of proposed v asiev ater treatrnent facilities: N/A.
Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None other than chlorine.
h. Pretreatment Prograi . (POTWs only): N/A
2. Residuals handling and utilizatio d sposal scheme:

a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DWQ
N/A
b. Residuals stabilization:N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
d. Other disposallutilization scheme (specify): Waste sludge is removed and
transported by Liquid Waste, Inc., to Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility Department's
sewer system for final disposal.
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet): Class II, see attached
rating sheet.
4. SIC Code(s): 4952
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities, i.e., non -contact
cooling water discharge from a metal plating company would be 14, not 56.
Primary: 05 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 05107
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies
involved (municipals only)? N/A.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: None.
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (please indicate) N/A.
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation:
Spray Irrigation: N/A
Connection to Regional Sewer System: N/A
Subsurface: N/A
Other Disposal Options: N/A
5. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous waste utilized at this facility that
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may impact water quality, air quality or groundwater? No hazardous materials are used at
this facility except for chlorine. The existing discharge is entirely domestic. No adverse
impact on air, groundwater and/or water quality is anticipated.
6. Other Special Items: None.
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee, Carolina Water Service, Inc. Of NC is applying for renewal of the permit
to discharge treated domestic wastewater.
A review of the past year's self -monitoring data, from 01/98 through 01/99, did not show
any limitations violations. .
Pending review and approval by P&E, It is recommended that the NPDES permit for this
facility be reissued.
Signature of Report Preparer
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Date
NPDES Permit Staff Report
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., .P.E., Director
Mr. Carl Daniel
Carolina Water Service,
P O. Box 240705
Charlotte, NC 28224
Dear Mr. Daniel:
N.c. DSetrrfiber 2, 1994
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
& NATURAL RESOURCES
Inc.
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3R OF EN4lRONMENTM. MANAGEMENT
500RESV'1LLE REGIONAL OFFICE Subject: Permit No. NC0035041
Hemby Acres WWTP
Union County
In accordance with your application for discharge permit received on November 19,
1992, we are forwarding herewith the subject state- - NPDES permit. This permit is issued
pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215 .1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection
agency dated December 6, 1983.
The Division received your letter dated July 22, 1994 requesting that the in -stream
monitoring be deleted from the permit. This monitoring is required to assess the effect of the
discharge on the receiving stream and cannot be removed. Effluent limits are developed to
protect water quality and their effectiveness can only objectively be determined by in -stream
monitoring.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit
are unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request
within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a
written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed
with the Office of Administrative Hearings, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27611 -7447. Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please take notice this permit is not transferable. Part II, E.4. addresses the requirements
to be followed in case of change in ownership or control of this discharge.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be
required by the Division of Environmental Management or permits required by the Division of
Land Resources, Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental
permit that may be required.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

If you have any questions concerning this pe
telephone number 919/733-5083.
cc: Mr. Jim Patrick, EPA
Mooresville Regional Office
P
ease contact Mr. Jay Lucas at
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
°avid A. Goodrich
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.

Permit No. NC0035041
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RE 3Uj : op
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT NAThREspUx ems'
PERMIT
SEN 6 1994
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE DlFfSION OF ftiVlRON
ting
NATIONAL. POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSI i� MIGNA! FFIC
In compliance with the provision 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,
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Hemby Acres
NCSR 1582
Indian Trail
Union County
to receiving waters designated as North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in
Parts I, II, and III hereof.
This permit shall become effective November 1, 1994
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 1999
Signed this day September 12, 1994
Original Signed By
David A. Goodrich
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

- Permit No. NC0035041
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
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is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a 0.30 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of an influent pump
station, manual bar screen, two aeration basins with mechanical aerators, two secondary
clarifiers, four aerobic sludge digestors, two tertiary filters, chlorination, chlorine contact tank,
post aeration, and continuous flow measurement located at Hemby Acres, NCSR 1582, Indian
Trail, Union County (See Part III of this Permit), and
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Fork Crooked Creek which is classified Class C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

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A. ( ). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS SUMMER (April 1 - October 31) Permit No. NC0035041
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics
Flow
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
Total Suspended Residue
NH3 as N
Dissolved Oxygen"
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature, °C
Conductivity •
Total Nitrogen (NO2+NO3+TKN)
Total Phosphorus
* Sam le locations: E Effluent
Branch School. Stream samples shall be taken weekly from April 1 through October 31.
** The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mgll.
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored weekly at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
Discharge Limitations
Monthly Avg.
0.30 MGD
9.0 rng/I
30.0 mg/I
3.0 mg/I
200.0 /100 ml
Weekly Avg.
Daily Max
13.5 mg/1
45.0 mg/I
Monitoring Requirements
Measure
ment
Frequency
Continuous
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
400.0 /100 ml Weekly
2/Week
Weekly
Weekly
Quarterly
Quarterly
Sample
Type
Recording
Composite
Composite
Composite
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Composite
Composite
*Sample
Location
I or E
E
E
E
E, U, D
E,U,D
E
E, U, D
U, D
E
E
I - Influent , U - Upstream above discharge point, D - Downstream one mile
below outfall before
Hemby

A. ( ). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS WINTER (November 1- March 31) Permit No. NC0035041
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations
Monthly Avg.
Flow 0.30 MGD
SOD, 5 day, 20°C 15.0 mg/I
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/l
NH3asN 8.0 mg/[
Dissolved Oxygen**
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 200.0 /100 mi
Total Residua! Chlorine
Temperature, °C •
Total Nitrogen (NO2 + NO3 + TKN)
Total Phosphorus
Conductivity
Weekly Avg.
Daily Max
22.5 mg/I
45.0 mg/I
Monitoring
Measurement
Frequency
Continuous
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
400.0 /100 ml Weekly
2/Week
Weekly
Quarterly
Quarterly
Monthly
* Sample locations: E - Effluent I - Influent U - Upstream above discharge, D - Downstream one mile below
School. Stream samples shall be taken monthly from November 1 through March 31.
** The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 5.0 mg/l.
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored weekly at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
Requirements
Sample
Type
Recording
Composite
Composite
Composite
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Composite
Composite
Grab
*Sample
Location
I or E
E
E
E
E, U, D
E,U,D
E
E, U, D
E
E
U,,D
outfall before Hemby Branch

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1. The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations specified for discharges in
accordance with the follow g schedule:
Perrnirtee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the permit stales
specified below.
2. Permittee steal) at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the
erisung facilities at optimum efficiency.
3. No later than 14 calendar day following a date identified in the above schedule of compliance.'
the permittee shall submit either a report of progress or, in the case of specific actions being
required by identified dates. a written notice of compliance or noncompliance. In the latter
can. the notice shall include the cause of noncompliance, any remedial actions taken, and the
praability of meeting the next schedule requirements.

PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTIOti- A. DE-NrriONS
2.
Permit &athority
The Director of the Division of Environmental Management.
Mesas the Division of Environmental Management, Department of Environment, Health and
Natural Resources.
3. DS
Used herein meWIs the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
�. M, o1 "tire Act"
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The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended. 33
'CSC l25 l , et. seq.
5. :1_c='D2v Measurements
a. The "monthly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges
sampled ar,d.'or rnea ured during a calendar month on which daily discharges are sampled
and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during
such month. It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of the
pollutant found each day of the month and then dividing this sum by the number of days
the tests "ere reported. The limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" in Part 1 of the
permit.
b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar week (Sunday - Ssrurday) on which daily discharges
are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or
measured during such week. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the
weights of pollutants found each day of the week and then dividing this sum by the
number of days the tests were reported. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average"
in Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily discharge" is the total mass (weight) of a pollutant discharged during
a calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant
calculated from it is the "maximum daily discharge: This limitation is identified as "Daily
Maximum," in Part I of the permit~.
d. The. "average annual discharge` is .defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar, year on which daily discharges are sampled and
measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such
year. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of pollutants found
each day of the year and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were
reported. This limitation is defined as "Annual Average" in Part 1 of the permit.

6, j'ottentration Measurrr+'iu
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a. The "average monthly concentration,' other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of
the concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar month
on which daily discharges are sampled and measured; divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured during such month (arithmetic man of the daily .
concentration values). The daily concentration value is equsi to the eoaeentration.of a
composite sample or in the case of grab simples is the arithmetic mesa (weighted by flow
vibe) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average monthly countfor
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for simples collected during a
calendar month. This limitation is identified as 'Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit. •
- b. The `average weekly content 3 imi," other than for fecal conform bacteria, is the sum of the
- concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week
(Sunday/Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the
number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such week (arithmetic mean of
the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration
of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by
now value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average weekly count
for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during
a calendar week. This limitation is identified as Meekly Average" under `Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily concentration` is the concentration of a pollutant discharge during a
calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day' the concentration of
a1lutant calculated from it is the "Maximum Daily Concentration". It is identified as'.
Daily MiNimum" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit
d. The "average annual concentration, other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar year on
vthich daily discharges are sampled and, measured divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured Munn; such year (arithmetic mean of the daily
concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a
composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day . The average yearly count for
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a
calendar year. This limitation is identified as "Annual Average under Other Limits in
Part I of the permit
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c. The "daily average concentration" (for dissolved oxygen) is the minimum alIowable amount
of dissoh ed oxygen required to be available in the effluent prior to discharge averaged
over a calendar day. If only one dissolved oxygen sample is take over a calendar day, the
sample is considered to be the daily average concentration for the discharge. It is
identified as"daily average" in the text of Part
f. The "quarerIv average concentration" is the average of all samples ta3;en over a calendar
quarter. It is identified as °Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Put I of the permit
g. A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through
March, April through June. July through September, and .October through December.

7. Dthe- Measurernents
a. Flow. (MOD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours average flow,
averaged monthly.It is determined as she arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded
during the calendar month.
b. An "instantaneous flow measurement" u a measure -of flow taken at the time of sampling,
when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total discharge.
c. A "continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge flow from the facility vwtieb
occurs continually without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. flow
shall be monitored continually except for the infrequent tunes when there may be no flow
or for infrequent maintenance activities on the flow device.
_. Types of SzIple
a. Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of:
ur
(1) aisehar a aries of nd combrab ined les collected
proportional to the rate of flow measured at the etinhe of
riod of
des
individual sample collection, or
(2 t a series of grab samples of equal volume collected. over a 24 hour period with the time
intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the
sampling point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by
use of a flow recorder gand reater than 1/2 of the and the present
festotal d�yflo►hbatthe between ate_
collection fixed at no g
system. or
(3) a single, continuous sample collected over a 24 hour period proportional to the rate of
flow.
In accordance with (1) above. the time interval between influent grab samples shall be no
greaser than once per hour, and the time interval between effluent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems having a detention time
of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at time
intervals evenly spaced over the 24 hour period which are equal in number of hours to the
detention time of the system in number of days. However, in no case may the time interval
between effluent grab samples be greater than six (6) hours nor the number of samples less
than four (4) during a 24 hour sampling period.
b. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual samples collected over a period of time not
exceeding 1S minutes; the grab sample can be taken manually. Grab samples must be
representative of the discharge or the receiving waters.
9. Cat:ulatlon of Means
a Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean ofaset
of values is the summation of the
individual values divided by the number of individual
b. Geometric Mean: The geometric mean of any set of values is the Nth root of the product of
the individual values where N is equal to the number of individual values. The geometric
mean is equivalent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual
values. Fog purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of zero (0) shall be
consi e7 e� to o one (1).

c. Weighted by Flow Value: weighted by flow value means the summation of each
concentration times its ftspective flow divided by the sumrnation of the respective Bows.
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A calendar day is defined as the period from midnight clone day uru'1 midnight of the next
day. However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably
' represents the calenar day may be usefor sampling.
11.11aca dcus Su stance
A hazardous substance meats any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to
Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
12. Totic Pollutant
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 3074)0) of the Clean Water Act.
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1. Dom" v t0 Comply
The perrnittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance
constitutes a violation of the Clean Water Anand is grounds for enforcement action; for permit
termination, re%ocation and reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal .
ap; i ration.
a. The per mittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under
section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage
sludge use or disposal established under section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the
time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards
for sewage sludgeuse or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to
incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean water Act provides that any person who violates a Eermit condition is subject to
a civil penalty not to exceed 525,000 per day for each violation. Any person who
negligently Violates a::v permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of 52,500 to
525,000 per day of viclation, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both. Any
person who know. ingly violates permit conditions is subject to criminal penalties of SS.000
to S50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also.
any person who violates a permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not
to exceed 510,000 per violation with the maximum amount not to exceed 5125,000. [Ref:
Section 309 of the Federal Act 33 U.S.C. 1319 and 40 CFR 122.41(a)]
e. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars (S10,000) per
violation may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with
the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [Ref: North Carolina General Statutes
143.215.6A]
d. Any person ma • be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for vating
se tion 301, 302.iol
306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or
limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the
Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to exceed S10,000 per violation.
With the rraximurri _mount of any Class I penalty .assessed not to exceed S25,000.

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Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed S10,000 per day for each day during
which the violation continues. with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to •
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exceed S/25.000. f
2. pun. to Mitigate
The permiTtee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use
or disposal in violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting
human health or the environment. .
3. CiaaaCrithz Liabiiiro
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing' (Part II. C-4) and 'Power Failures'
(Part II. C-7). nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the pperminee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143.215.3,143-
215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 LtSC 1319. Furthermore, the perrnittee is
responsible for consequential damages. such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for
effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
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4. Oil and 1421.-aout Substance Liablit
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve
the per,�tinee from any responsibilities, liabilities. or penalties to which the permittee is or may
be subject to under NCGS 143.21S.7S et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 [,'SG 1321.
Furthermore, the perminee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills. even
though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
S . Prr'ne Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal
proper,}. or any exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any
invasion of personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Ortcgore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undenaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Se% erakllirx
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit. or the
application of any provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application
of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected
thereby. •
8. tiLtyLlsimicile thingian
The pernittee shell furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any
information which the Permit Issuing Authority.may request to determine whether cause exists
for modifying. revolting and feissuing. or terminating this permit or to determine compliance
with this permit. The permittee shall alsotiurnish to the Permit issuing Authority upon
request. copies of records required to be kept by this permit.

9. pure to Reanix
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date
of this permit, the permittee must apply for and obtain a Dew permit.
10. Fxpirati nn of Permit
The permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive
automatic authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the perminee shall submit such
information, forms, and fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later
than 180 days prior to the expiration date. Any perminee that has not requested renewal at least
180 days prior to expiration. or any perminee that does not have a permit after the expiration
and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the perminee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143.215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. $irnatoRequirement& AB applications, reports. or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed and certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
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0) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section,
a responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary. treasurer or vice
president of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other
person v ho performs similar policy or decision making functions for thecorporation.
or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing production or operating facilities
employing more :than 250 persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures
ea ceding 25 million (in second quarter 19S0 dollars), if authority to sign documents
has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor.
respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal
ere:utive officer or ranking elected official.
b. A11 rep is required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person describedabove or by ,a duly authorized
representative of that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for
the overall operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as, the position of plant '
manager, operator of a well or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent
responsibility, or an individual or position having overall reskonsibtIity for
environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
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(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.

c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section
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shall male the following ni cation;
'I certify. under penalty of law, that this document and aattachments were prepared under
tiny direction or super►ision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of
the person or persons who manse the system, or those persona directly responsible for
gathering the Information, the information submitted is. to the best of my knowledge and
belief. true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalues for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for
knowing violations
12. permit Action%
13.
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for Cause. The filing of a
request by the permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, •
or a notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit
condition.
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and
modifjing the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed
by the laws. rules, and regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations. Parts
122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and
North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. previ, u' Perrnitl
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility,
whether for operation or discharge. are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. [The
exclusive authority to operate this facility arises under this permit. The authority to operate the
facility under previously issued permits bearing this number is no longer effective. ] The
conditions. requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing discharge under the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
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I. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the
facility by the Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities.
Such operator must hold a certification of the gradeequivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission.
The perminee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and any
grade to comply with the conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. The ORC of the facility
must visit each Class I facility at Least weekly and each Class II, ITT, and IV facility at Ieast
daily, excluding weekends and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily
operation and maintenance of the facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title
15A, Chapter SA .0202. Once the facility Is classified, the permittee shall submit a letter to the
Certification Commission which desigi ates the operator in responsible charge within thirty
days after the wastewater treatment facilities are 50% complete.

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2.20=22ationstiMaimmiaci
The permittee shall at an times properly operate and -maintain all facilities and systems of
treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also
includes adequate laboratory coi troll and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This
pro'ision requires the operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities or similar systems which are
installed by a permirtee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the
conditions of the permit.
3. ?Feed to Halt or Reduce not i Defense
It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been
necessary to halt or reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the
condition of this permit.
4, javrt«ir.r of Treatment Fa:ilitiei
a. Definitions
(1) "Bypass" means the known diversion of waste streams from any portion ofa treatment
facility including the collection system, which is not -a designed or established or
operating mode for the facility.
(2) "Severe property damage" means substantial physical damage to property, damage to
the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or substantial and
pers:nent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the
absence ofa bypass. Severe property damage does not mean economic loss caused by
delays in production.
b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
The perrrittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to
be exceeded, but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation.
These bypasses are not subject to the provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
(I) Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it
shall submit prior notice, if possible at Ieast ten days before the date of the bypass;
including an evaluation of the anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
required in Part 11, E. 6. of this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
(Z) Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action
against a permittee for Wass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property
damage;
(B) There %%ere no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary
treain ent facilities, retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal

periods of equipment downtime. This Condition is not satisfied if adequate backup
equipment should have been installed in the exercise of reasonable engineering
judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of equipment
downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The perrainee submitted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section.
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass; after considering its
adverse affects, ifthe Permit Issuing Authority determines that it willmeet the three
conditions listed above in Paragraph d. (1) of this section.
5. LpSfT
a. Definition.
`Upset ` means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factors
beyond the reasonable control of the perrninee. An upset does not include noncornplianee
to the extent caused by operational error. improperly designed treatment facilities.
inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or improper
operation.
b. Effect of an upset. •
An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought noncompli �ee with othis
such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements$
asagraphcondition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset. and before an action for noncompliance, is final
administrative action subject to judicial review.
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c. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset.
A permittee Who wishes to establish the affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate.
through properly signed, contemporaneous operating lop. or other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the perminee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this
permit.
(4) The permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II, B. 2. of this
permit.
d. Burden of proof.
In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset
has the burden of proof.
6. lie-pcwed Substance"
S,lids. sludges, filter
backwxsh, other pollutants removed
the
treatment
'control of ‘‘ast:�yters shall be utilized/disposedof in acordance with �CG51�3-I15and in
a manner such as to prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the States
or navi:able waters of the United Stales. The permittee shall comply with all existing federal
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regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of 44 CFR Part 503,
any permit issued bythe Permit Issuing Authority for the uu`lizationldisposal of sludge maybe
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applacable requirements at 40
CFR Part 503. The perrnictee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 503 Stand for the
Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the
legulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the requirement The perrnlnee.
shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal
practices. -
?. power Paituret
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM
Regulation. Title ISA, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability,
to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power
failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of
inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION_D MONITORNO AND RECORDS
I. Qe!.retentat ve Sarei gg
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents: All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in
this permit and unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wactestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall tot be changed without -
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Rrr't,r
"Monitoring results obtained during the previous months) shall be summarized for each month
and reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMIt) Form (DEM No. MR 1,11.2.
:1 or alternate' a fortes approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DNIR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the
caseencement of discharge.
Duplicate
c ta ew cofacilitpies of these, anon the last d all of the
ther reports required hereithe n, shall be submitted to the
Du li�ate signedp
following address:
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
• . ATTENTION: Central Files •
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
3. Few Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific
pra:tk:es shall be selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of
the volume of monitored discharges. The devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements are consistent with the accepted capabiliy of
that t;pe of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum
deviation of less than • 10% from the true disclo.rge rates throughout the range of expected

discharge volumes. Once -through condenser cooling water now wnxri 1) mom swiuu ".7 r .„.r
logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's
pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement
4. Tett Prosedurec
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published
pursuant to 1\CGS 143.215.63 et. seq, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts. and to
regulations published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 US[ 1314, of the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit
To meet the intent of the monitoring 'required by this permit, all test procedures must produce
minimum detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and
all data generated must be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reportinFlevel of
the procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable of achieving minimum
detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive
(method with the lowest possible detection and repotting level) approved method must be used.
5. penaNes for Ta1--liering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate, any. monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this
permit shall, upon conviction. be punished by a fine of not more than Sl0,000 per violation, or
by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a conviction of a
person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than S20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not
more than 4 years, or both.
6. Re: r' d, Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee']
sew age sludge use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at feast five
years (or longer as required by 40 CFR 503), the permittee shall retain records of aU
monitoring inrorrn Lion, including all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip
chat recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by
this permit, for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report
or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Result%
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the
permittee shall record the following information:
a. Tbe date. exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individuai(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The result; of such analyses.

d. dntry
The permittee shall allow the Director. or an authorized representative (including an authorized
contractor acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials tied
other documents as may be required by law. to;
a. Enter upon the perminee's premises where a regulated facility or activitY is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this pest;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the
conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control
equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sarnple or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or
as otherwise authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any
location.
SECTION E REPORTING R.EQL'IRENiE,TS
1. Dane in Disch! ge
All discha.•ges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this
permit. The discharge of any pdIIutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a
level in excess of that authorized shall constitute a violation of the permit.
2. planned Chines
The perminee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical
alterations or additions to the permitted facility. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining
u hether a facility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of
pollutants discharged. This notification appplies to pollutants which are subject neither to
effluent limitations in the permit, nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 122.42
(a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the permittee's sludge use or
disposal practices, and such alternation, addition or change may justify the applicatiortof
permit conditions that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including
notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application
process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
- 3. bnticirated \'sncomplia
The perminee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the perntiaed
facility or activity which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements. .

4. Titers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director
mays require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such
other requirements' as may be necessary under the Clean Water Aet-
S.. 'rag Rr,p
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this Pit
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DM .) (See Part II.
D. 2 of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of
sludge use or disposal pra bees.
b. lithe permittee monitors any_pollutant more frequently than requited by the permit. tag
test procedures specified in Parr II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the
DNER.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of rneasuremenu shall udliu an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit
6. Tw enrv:four Hour Rtrorting
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any
noncompliance which mat• endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be
provided orally within 14 hours from the time the permitter became aware of the
circumstances. A wrinen submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the 'noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance: including
exact dates and times, and lithe noncompliance has no been corrected, the anticipated time
it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent
reoccurrence of the noncompliance. •
b. The following shall be included as information which must be reported within 24 hours
under this paragraph:
(1) Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(2) Any upset which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(3) Violation of a maximum daily discharge Iimitation for any of the pollutants listed by the
Director in the permit to be reported within 24 hours..
c. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under
paragraph b. above of this condition if the oral report has been received within 24 hours.
7. Other Non compliance •
The perrniree shall report all instances ofnoncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6.
of this permit at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the
information listed in Part II. E. 6. of this permit
•
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S Other InformalQn .
Where the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit
application, or submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the
Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or information.
9. r'e+n eC ;iib7_��'eti f' eatio
The permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regions]
office of the Division as soon as possible. but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the
dumping of the contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous
substance through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure. due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, aerators, compressors. etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass
directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such
station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form
wiw.in 5 days following fast knowledge of the occurrence.
10. ,Av_o'_tillirk• of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143•215.3(a)(2) or Section 308 of
the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be
a►ailable for public inspection at the offices of the Division of Environmental Managements As
required by the Act. effluent data shall not be considered confidential. 'Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as proided
for in NCGS 143.215.1(b)(2) or in Section30s of the Federal Act.
11. Pri3l;irs for iifreation ofRepoNs
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
rep:esentation, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be
maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or
noncompliance shall, upon conviction. be punished by a fineof not more than S10,000 per
violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.

PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A. Consmction
No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions to add to the plant's treatment
capacity or to change the type of process utilized at the treatment plant shall be begun until
Final Plans and Specifications have been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been issued.
B. Groundwater Monitoring
The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Environmental
Management, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the
compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
C. Changes in _Discharges of Toxic Substances
The perrnittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to
believe:
a.That any. activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a
routine or frequent basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that
discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/1);
(2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/1) for acrolein and ac-ylonitrile; five
hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-
dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony;
(3) Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the
permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge,.on a
non -routine or infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if
that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony;
(3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the
permit application.
D. Requirement to Continually Evaluate Alternatives to Wastewater Discharges
The perrnittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the
most environmentally sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the
facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit
or governing rules, regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit a report in such form and
detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within
sixty (60) days of notification by the Division.

PART 1V
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE REQUIREMENTS
A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within 30
(thirty) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to
revoke the permit.
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SOC Priority Project: Yes No X
If Yes, SOC No.:
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles Lowe
Date: July 8, 1993
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0035041
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Hemby Acres
Carolina Water Service
Post Office Box 240705
Charlotte, North Carolina 28224
2. Date of Investigation: June 30, 1993
3. ' Report Prepared by: Kim H. Colson, Environmental Engineer I
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Raymond Fay,
Operator, [phone].
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of SR 1582
(Idlewild Road) and SR 1525 (Mill Grove Road) north of Indian
Trail, travel northwest on SR 1582 approximately 100 feet.
Turn left (south) onto a gravel drive. The WWTP is located at
the end of the drive.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 06' 14” Longitude: 80° 38' 02"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site
and discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S-. Quad No.: Gl6SW U.S.G.S. Quad Name: Matthews, NC
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
Yes.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Flat
slopes. The WWTP is located in the flood plain; however, it
appears the facilities are protected from flooding.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: Several commercial dwellings
are located within 200 feet of the facility.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: North Fork
Crooked Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin - Pee Dee 030712

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c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent
downstream uses: Receiving stream is a moderate size
creek with a flat stream gradient. The stream appears to
have a considerable base flow. General "C"
classification uses downstream.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.300 MGD
(ultimate design capacity)
b Current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment
facility: 0.300 MGD
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(current design capacity): 0.300 MGD
d Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two
years: N/A
e.
Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: Existing
WWT facilities consists of an influent pump station,
manual bar screen, 2 aeration basins with mechanical
aerators, 2 secondary clarifiers, 4 aerobic sludge
digesters, 2 Micro Floc tertiary filters, chlorination,
chlorine contact tank, post aeration and continuous flow
measurement.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater
treatment facilities: N/A
g . Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: N/A
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Sludge is
pumped by Ronnie Oaks Septic Service, (now Liquid Waste, Inc.)
and taken to a CMUD WWTP.
a.
If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
Permit No.:
Residuals Contractor:
Telephone No.:
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP Other
c. Landfill:
d . Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify):
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating
sheet): Class II

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4. SIC Code(s): 4952
Wastewater Code(s)
Primary: 05 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 05107
PART III — OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant
Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)?
N/A
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity)
requests: N/A
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates (Please
indicate): N/A
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation:
Spray Irrigation: N/A
Connection to Regional Sewer System: N/A
Subsurface: N/A
Other disposal options: N/A
5. Air quality and/or groundwater concerns or hazardous materials
utilized at this facility that may impact water quality, air
quality, or groundwater: There are no known air quality,
groundwater, or hazardous materials concerns.
6. Other Special Items: N/A
PART IV — EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee, Carolina Water Service, has applied for permit
renewal for the WWTP serving the Hemby Acres subdivision and
surrounding area.
The WWTP appeared to be well maintained and operated, and
capable of meeting permitted effluent limits.
It is recommended that the permit be renewed.
Signature of report preparer
7), P.
Water Quality gional Supervisor
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Date

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ITEM
.(1)
(2)
(3)
Reviewed (Train.
Name of Plant:14�n\iw 2J=S Vf\rfT?
Owner or Contact Person: CAre....)Lt NtLk Vi4-1--Erz Saz1ncc
Mailing Address:l7 i ,k 2�lL k - G,�,c�� �,, f-lc 255229
County: 0►.,tr,rt
NPDES Permit No. NCOO-Wc.)41
IssueDate: Gf t I -of
Existing Facility
Rated By: 1{. CuL -t rARAD
a
& Cert.) . Reg.
Telephone: (04) 525— -4990
Nondisc. Per. No.
Expiration Date: .5/3 i/S 3 -
New Facility
Date: 6/3o, 3
Office
Reviewed (Train. & Cert.) Central Office
ORC r- \A L'T;N LiL\►-lk/A Grade
GT
Plant Class: (circle one) I I! III
IV Total Points L
POINTS
Industrial Pretreatment Units and/or
Industrial Pretreatment Program
(see definition No. 33) 4
DESIGN FLOW OF PLANT IN GPD
(not applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge
handling facilities for water purification plants, totally
closed cycle systems (der. No. 11), and facilities
consisting only of Item (4) (d) or Items (4) (d) and (11) (d))
0 -- 20,000 1
20,001 -- 50.000 2
50,0D1 — 100,000 3
100,001 -- 250.000 4
250,001 -- 500,000
500,001 --1,000,000 8
1,000,001 -- 2,000,000 10
2,006,001 (and up) - rate 1 point additional for each
200,000 gpd capacity up to a
maximum of 30
Design Flow (gpd) : 2t; 03 000
PRELIMINARY UNITS (see definition no. 32)
(a) Bar Screens 1
Of
(b) Mechanical Screens, Static Screens or
Comminuting Devices 2
(c) Grit Removal 1
or
(d) Mechanical or Aerated Gril Removal 2
(e) Flow Measuring Device 1
Of
(I) Instrumented Flow Measurement
(g) Preaeration 2
(h) Influent Ftow•Equalization
(i) Grease or Oil Separators -
Gravity
Mechanical
Dissolved Air Flotation,
(j) Prechlorination
2
2
3
8
5
(4) PRIMARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Septic Tank (see definition no. 43) 2
(b) Imhoff Tank 5
(c) Primary Clarifiers 5
(d) Settling Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic
Non -toxic Materials (sludge handling facilities
for water purification plants, sand, gravel,
stone, and other mining operations except
recreational activities such as gem or gold
mining) 2
(5) SECONDARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Carbonaceous Stage
(i)Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System 20
Diffused Air System
Mechanical Air System (lixed,
floating or rotor)
Separate Sludge Reaeration
(ii) Trickling Filter
High Rale
Standard Rate
Packed Tower
(iii) Biological Aerated Filler or Aerated
Biological Filler 1 0
(iv) Aerated Lagoons 1 0
(v) Rotating Biological Contactors 1 0
(vi) Sand Filters -
intermittent biological 2
recirculating biological 3
(vil) Stabilization Lagoons
(viii)Clarifier
(ix) Single stage system for combined
carbonaceous removal of SOD and
nitrogenous removal by nitrification
(see def. No. 12) (Points for this item
have to be in addition to items (5) (a)
() through (5) (a) (vigil) 8
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance BOD
removal 5
(xi) Biological Culture ('Super Bugs') addition
to enhance organic compound removal 5
(b) Nitrogenous Stage
(i) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System 20
Diffused Air System 1 0
Mechanical Air System (fixed,
floating. or rotor) 8
Separate Sludge Reaeration 3
(iii Trickling Filter -
High Rale 7
Standard Rale 5
Packed Tower 5
(iii) Biological Aerated Filler or Aerated
Biological Filler 1 0
(iv) Rotating Biological Contactors 10
(v) Sand Filter -
intermittent biological 2
recirculating biological 3
(vi) Clarifier 5
10
3
7
5
5

(6)
TERTIARY OH ►auv&'iI. u 1 1-ILA 1 M1N 1 UNI r
(a) Activated Carbons Beds -
without carbon regeneration
with carbon regeneration
Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed
without carbon regeneration
with carbon regeneration
Air Stripping
Denitrification Process
Electrodialysis
Foam Separation
Ion Exchange
Land Application of Treated Effluent
(see definition no. 22b) (not applicable for
sand. gravel. stone and other similar mining
operations)
(i) on agriculturally managed sites (See del.
No. 4) 10
(ii) by high rate infiltration on non -agriculturally
managed sites (includes rotary distributors
and similar fixed nozzle systems) 4
(iii) by subsurface disposal (includes low pressure
pipe systems and gravity systems except al
plants consisting of septic tank and nitrifica-
tion lines only)
Microscreens
Phosphorus Remo+al by
(See def. No. 26)
Polishing Ponds -
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(1)
(9)
(h)
5
15
5
15
5
(separate process) 1 0
5
5
Post Aeration -
Biological
Processes
4
5
20
without aeration 2
with aeration 5
cascade 0
diffused or mechanical .. .
Reverse Osmosis
Sand or Mixed -Media Filters - low rate
high rale
Treatment processes for removal of metal or
cyanide . .
(p) Treatment processes for removal of toxic
7 materials other than metal or cyanide
6)
5
15
(10) CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM (S) (See definition No. 9)
(not applicable to chemical additions rated as item
(3) (i). (5) (a) (xi), (6) (a). (6) (b), (7) (b). (7) (cr), •
(9) (a). (9) (b). or (9) (c) 5 points each: List:
5
5
5
5
MISCELLANEOUS UNITS
(a) Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Setiling Ponds
for Organic or Toxic Materials including wastes
from mining operations containing nitrogen and/or
phosphorous compounds In amounts significantly
greater than is common for domestic wastewater 4
(b) Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage
basins which are inherent in land application systems)2
(c) Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins
inherent in land application systems
(d) Pumps....... _............. _ __ __.... �
(e) Stand -By Power Supply... _ 3
(f) Thermal Pollution Control Device 3
TOTAL POINTS
CLASSIFICATION
Class 1 5 - 25 Points
Class ll _................. 26- 50 Points
Class lit _.... 51- 65 Points
Class IV ... . ............................. _ 66- Up Points
4 1
Facilities having a rating of one through four points, inclusive,
do not require a certified operator. Classification of all other
facilities requires a comparable grade operator in responsible
ch arg e.
15 Facilities having an activated sludge process will be assigned
a minimum classification of Class II.
1 SLUDGE TREATMENT
(a) Sludge Digestion Tank Heated 10
Aerobic 5
Unheated 3
Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thermal) 5
Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity 2
Vacuum Assisted 5
Sludge Etutrialion 5
Sludge Conditioner (chemical or thermal) 5
Sludge Thickener (gravity) 5
Dissolved Air Flotation Unit
(not applicable to a unit rates as (3) (i) 8
Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage) .... 2
Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated
Non -aerated 2
Sludge Incinerator - (not including activated
carbon regeneration) 1 0
Vacuum Filler, Centrifuge or Filter Press or other
similar dewalering devices 1 0
SLUDGE DISPOSAL (including incinerated ash)
(a) Lagoons
(b) Land Application (surface and subsurtace) .
(see definition 22a)
-wtrere the facility holds the land app. permit 1 0
-by contracting to a land application operator who
holds the Land application permit 2
-land application of sludge by a contractor who does
not hold the permit for the wastewater treatment
facility where the sludge is generated 10
(c) Landlitled (burial) 5
(9) DISINFECTION
(a) Chlorination
(b) Dechlorination
(c) Ozone
(d) Radiation
(5)
5
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(1)
(9)
(h)
(i)
iii
(k)
2
5
5
5
Facilities having treatment processes for the removal of metal
or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II.
Facilities having treatment processes for the biological removal
of phosphorus will be assigned a minimum classification of Class
1f1.
In -plant processes and related control equipment which are an
integral part of industrial production shall not be considered waste
treatment. Likewise, discharges of wastewater from residences
having a design flow of 1,000 gpd or less, shall nol be subject to
rating.
ADDITIONAL COMMENT_Si

C :.s i5
JUN 1. 4 1993
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
James G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
Mr. Carl Daniel
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
Post Office Box 240705
Charlotte, NC 28224
Dear Mr. Daniel. :
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
Acting Director
January 11, 1993
Subject: NPDES Permit Application
NPDES Permit No . NC0035041
Hemby Acres
Union County
This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents on November .9, 1992:
Application Form
Engineering Proposal (for proposed control facilities),
Request for permit renewal,
Application Processing Fee of
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other ,
$250.00,
The items checked below are needed before review can begin:
Application Form
Engineering proposal (see attachment),
Application Processing Fee of
Delegation of Authority (see attached)
Biocide Sheet (see attached)
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other Na further nforma
Pollution Preter,tnen Pays
P.C. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]O15
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

If the application is not made complete within thirty (30) days, it will be
returned to you and may be resubmitted when complete.
This application has been assigned, to
(919/733-5083) of our Permits Unit for review. You will be advised of any
comments recommendations, questions or other information necessary for the
review of the application.
Charles M. Lowe
I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regia al 0 fice
Supervisor prepare a staff report and rec©mme ai ons gar g this
discharge. If you have any questions regard' isa pli a ions,
please contact the review person listedab
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CC:
Mooresville Regional Office

VQHOCAROL1NADEPT.ONATURALRESOURCES
AND Ct YNMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM D. FOR
WALT
Io be flied only by services, wholesale and retail trade, USE
and other commercial establishments including vessels
Do not attempt to complete this form without reading the accompanying inst
Please print or type
end telephone number of facility product
A. Nana Carolina Water Service
8. Street address lewild Road
C. City Indian Trail
E, County Union
G. Telephone No. 704
2. SIC
3. Number of employees
Area
Code
20
Mail Permit
hen 1 r.11111N sessui e
discharge
nc. of N.C. - Hemhv Acres
© f9 f
Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC
P.O. Box 240705
Charlotte, NC 28224
Private Water & Sewer utility
of business
5. (a) Check here if discharge occurs all yearn, or
(b) Check the month(%) ditcherye occurs;
1.0January 2.0Febrvary 3.0Alerdh 4.0April 5.0iskp
6.0Juha 7.oJuly I.oAugust 9.oSeptember 10.oOctober
12. o Geceeier
(c) how many days per weer:
1.01 2.02-3 3.04-5 41
+6. Types of waste water discher�
Face waters
able)
Discharge per
operating day 0.1
Flow, gallons per operating day
-4999
0
49.
(7
0)
A.
Cooling water, W.
daily average
daiI
Spec
or comlainad
(all types

7. If any of the types of mists identified in Item G. etcher treated or un-
treated. ire discharged to places other than surface :wars, check bolsi
as applicable.
Waste rater is discharged to:
0.1.999
(►)
1000-4991
(2)
5000419111
(3)
10.u00-49,w
(el
10.000 or amp
(1)
A, MlunILipel sc+w•r System
•
11, Ilnii•ryl•ewger) w•1I
r
C. Septir tank •
U. Evaporation lagoon or pond
-
E. Other. specify:
'
8. Number of separate discharge points:
Aril 1. 02-3 t. o d-b D.0 f or more
9. Naan of receiving rater or raters North Fork Crooked Creek in the Yadkin -Pee 'Dee River Basin
.10. Does your discharge contain or Is it possible for your discharge to contain
one or more of the following substances Aga es a result of your operations,
activities, or processes: ammonia. cyanidealuminum, beryllium, tadlrlu>M.
chromium, copper, lead. mercury, nickel, selenium, ii�c f+Meols, oil and
grease, and chlorine (residual)..
knots . ILO no
1 certify that I am familiar with the Infornetion contained in the application and
that to the best of sly knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, awl
accurate.
Carl Daniel
Printed Name of Person Siding
Vice President
Title
11/10/92
eta Application Signed
pasture oi; AA1Icing
'th Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b (2) provides that) Any person who ]o oiiin)tly Laic.: s
false statement representat on, or certification in any mpplication,'rscord, report, plan,
other document files or required to be maintained under Lrticla 21 or regulations of the
iranrsental Management Commission implementtng that Article, or mho fele/fleet tampers s:!th,
knowly renders inaccurate any.recording or monitoring mica or method required to be
rated or maintained under A4tfa1s• 2 •: ak regulations •of the Environmental Management Commies•
lamenting that Article, sha1•ifbai. Est ter•gf s Misdemeanor putishable by aline not to exceed:
or by imprisonment.not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 prow.
unsshmeac by a fins of.n t more than $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both,
a similar offense.)
•

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
111C*A
p HNR
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
September 13, 1994
Mr. Carl Daniel
Carolina Water Service, Inc.
Post Office Box 240705
Charlotte, North Carolina 28224
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0035041
Hemby Acres WWTP
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Daniel:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0035041 was
issued on September 2, 1994 for the discharge of wastewater to the
surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose of
this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and
the liabilities in the event of failure to comply with the terms
and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it
is suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular
importance are Pages 4-5.
Pages 4-5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring
requirements for your discharge(s). Your discharge(s) must•not
exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed
"Monitoring Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies,
sample types and sampling locations. Upon commencement of your
discharge (or operation), you must initiate the required
monitoring. The monitoring results must be entered on the
reporting forms furnished to you by this Agency. If you have not
received these forms, they should be arriving shortly. If you fail
to receive the forms, please contact this Office as quickly as
possible. I have enclosed a sample of the "Effluent" reporting
form (DEM Form MR-1), plus instructions for completing the form.
It is imperative that all applicable parts be completed, and the
original and one copy be submitted as required.
The remaining Parts of the Permit set forth definitions,
general conditions and special conditions applicable to the
operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s).
The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event
of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc.
Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator if you are operating wastewater treatment
919 North Main Street. Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Mr. Carl Daniel
Page Two
September 13, 1994
facilities. Any changes in operation of wastewater treatment
facilities, quantity and type of wastewater being treated or
discharged, expansions and/or upgrading of wastewater treatment
facilities must be permitted or approved by this Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES
Permit subjects the Permittee to enforcement action pursuant to
Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil
penalty of up to $10,000 per violation (and/or criminal penalties)
may be assessed for such violations. If you find at any time that
you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the
Permit, you should contact this Office immediately. A Consent
Order may be necessary while pursuing action to obtain compliance.
As a final note, ari NPDES Permit is normally issued for a
five-year period. Permits are not automatically renewed. Renewal
requests must be submitted to this Agency no later than 180 days
prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration date of
your Permit. This date is set forth on Page 1 of the Permit. Also
note that NPDES Permits are not transferable. If you, as the
Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that
the Permit be rescinded.
As mentioned previously,
advise you of the importance of
Permit and contact this Office
you have any questions or need
providing any assistance.'
Sincerely,
L16‘243-9-4)4e
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
DRG:sl
the purpose of this letter is to
your NPDES Permit. Please read the
at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville if
clarification. We look forward to

NPDES WASTE AD ALLOCATION
PERMIT NO.: NCOO > 5
FACILITY NAME:
Facility Statu
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Permit. Status:
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Pips No:
Design Capacity (MGD):
Domestic (% of Flow):
Industrial (% of Flow):
Coesmsats:
RECEIVING STREAK:
Class:
Sub -Basin:
Y1/2-
Reference USGS Quad:
County: U n t n
Regional Office: As
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Requested By:
Pr tired By:
Reviswed By:
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Drainage Area (1
7Q10 (cfs)
ity Limits: IWC
sam Monitoring:
Parameters
Upstream
Downstrea
r pen oy:
Efflu er
Ch.arac
BOD,
NH
D.O. (mg/l)
TSS (mg/1)
Ice
F. Col. (/lOOml)
pH (SU)
7
Avg. Streamflow (cfs):
r 7Q1ii Ccfs) Q3OQ2 (cfs) d•%
X (drat vas) Acute / Chronic
Location
Location
he
SUrnft (Apr-& t)
i1 GQ 4'k v OUd v -mai
Summer
Winter
Comments:

Permit Number.
Flo 1 i ty Name
Type of -Waste
Status
Receiving Strum
Stream Class
5ubbasin _
Reg ].anal Offa.ce
Reques•tor....
Date 'terAkuest
Quad
::=..WASTEL.OAD ALLOCATION APPROVAL FORM
NC0035041
: CAROLINA WATER
: DOMESTIC
: EXISTING
: NORTH FORK CROOKED
C
: 030712
UNION -
: MRO
: . LULA HARR I S
: `.2/5/BO
G16SW
Wastef low
S-Day BUD
Ammonia Nitrogen
Dissolved Oxygen
TSS
Fecal- Coliform
pH
(mgd):
(rng/1) :
(mg/1):
(mg/1):
(mg/1):
(#/100ml )
(SU):
SERVICE
CREEK
DraiROgev
Aver a•I,3,
Summer- 7L;!
Winter- 7010
3002
RECOMMENDED EFFLUENT LIMITS
SUMMER
0.3
9
3
6
30
1000
6-9
WINTER
0.3
15
8
30
1000
6-9
MONITORING
Request _No,' '. 4457,
'fa (sq m i )
f
(c)
(cfs) .
9.0-
9.0
0.0
0.075
0.15
MAR 18 1988
C'LRM: & ►_NGINEER NG
Upstream (Y/N): Y Location: ABOVE DISCHARGE POINT
_Dcownstream .(Y/N) : Y ,Location:. 1 MI. BELOW OUTFALL - BEFORE HEMBY BR SCH
-COMMENTS
THESE -ARE -THE EXISTING LIMITS
RECOMMEND MONITORING FOR: DO, CONDUCTIVITY, TEMPERATURE, AND FECAL. COL I FORM
FREQUENCY: WEEKLY FOR SUMMER (APR-OCT) AND MONTHLY FOR WINTER (NOV-MAR)
Recommended b
Reviewed by:
Tech. Support Supervisor
Regional Supervisor
Permits °: Engineering _,
Date3: s=
_ Date a/pJff._.-
RETURN .Tn -TECHNICAL SERVICES BY APB 0-7 1988 -