WQCSD0421_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220315

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0421 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration:
SOC: Effective: Expiration:
County: Yadkin
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Lisa Hughes
Directions to Facility:
Owner : Yadkin County
Facility: Yadkin County Collection System
Title: Phone: [phone]
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0020338 Town of Yadkinville - Yadkinville WWTP
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Patricia Lowery Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
II Spills/Response Plan
▪ Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
▪ General
▪ Inspections
▪ Grease Control
▪ Lines
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Permit: WQCSD0421 Owner - Facility:Yadkin County
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Tricia Lowery of the NC Division of Water Resources, Winston-Salem Regional Office conducted a compliance evaluation
inspection of Yadkin County collection system on March 15, 2022. Brian Stokes and Jacob Swain were present for the
inspection. Results of the inspection are summarized in the following paragraphs:
15A NCAC 02T .0403 Permitting By Regulation
(a)(1) The collection system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface
waters and to prevent any contravention of groundwater standards or surface water standards.
Observations: Overall the collection system is very well maintained and operated. Mr. Stokes operates and maintains both
the Town of Yadkinville and the portion of the Yadkin County collection system that the town leases from Yadkin County.
Records are merged because the collection system is interdependent in daily operations. Inspector essentially reviewed
records pertaining to the Town of Yadkinville as well.
Compliant: Compliant
(a)(2) A map of the collection system shall have been developed and shall be maintained.
Observations: Comprehensive mapping system through GIS. They are currently updating GIS system to include pipe age,
all other parameters are present in GIS
Complaint: Compliant
(a)(3) An operation and maintenance plan, including pump station inspection frequency, preventative maintenance schedule,
spare parts inventory, and overflow response shall have been developed and implemented.
Observations: O&M plan is comprehensive and satisfactory. Overflow response is detailed and meets requirements.
Compliant: Compliant
(a)(4) Pump stations that are not connected to telemetry system shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative
every day, 365 days per year, unless the permittee demonstrates that the daily inspections are not necessary because the
pump station has sufficient storage capacity, above the elevation at which the pump activates, to justify a longer inspection
interval. In no case shall the inspection interval exceed seven days. Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry
system shall be inspected once per week.
Observations: Pump stations are connected to SCADA. Pumps are inspected, at a minimum, weekly. All inspection and
maintenance are logged with supervisory review. (5-County / 15 — Town)
Compliant: Compliant
(a)(5) High -priority sewers shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative once every six months, and inspections
shall be documented.
Observations: No HPL exists in County portion of collection system. (all HPL's are located in Town-10 total. Town portion
is inspected 3x year)
Compliant: NA
(a)(6) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire collection system shall be conducted once
per year.
Observations: Annual observation of entire collection system is conducted annual and aptly documented. (*This includes
Town as well)
Compliant: Compliant
(a)(7) Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC
02B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by G.S. 143-215.1 C.
Observations: No SSOs have occurred over the past year with this portion of the collection system.
Compliant: NA
(a)(8)(A) Grease Program shall be in place for a publicly owned collection system that will include bi-annual distribution of
grease education materials to users of the collection system (both commercial and residential) and the legal means to
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Permit: WQCSD0421 Owner - Facility:Yadkin County
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
require grease interceptors for new construction and retrofit and if necessary, of grease interceptors at existing
establishments. The plan shall also include legal means for inspections of the grease interceptors, enforcement for violators
and the legal means to control grease entering the system from other public and private satellite collection systems.
Observations: Trifold pamphlet is distributed appropriately to customers in utility bill. The annual report is included with the
grease education program.
Compliant: Compliant
(a)(9) Right-of-ways and easements shall be maintained in the full easement width for personnel and equipment
accessibility.
Observations: Maintained on continual basis with appropriate documentation.
Compliant: Compliant
(a)(10) Documentation of compliance with Subparagraphs (a)(1) through (a)(9) of this Rule shall be maintained by the
collection system owner for three years with the exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system.
Observations: Documentation is thorough and comprehensive. Inspector observed 5 years of documentation kept in binders
of all things related to collection system (going back to 2018). Inspector is satisfied with overall operation and maintenance
records of collection system.
Compliant: Compliant
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Permit: WQCSD0421 Owner - Facility:Yadkin County
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
# Is this system a satellite system?
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
# Flow direction
# Approximate pipe age
# Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment: Currently updating GIS system to include pipe age and to enhance system already in place.
Grease Control
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
Website
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement?
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations?
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
Comment: Mr. Stokes maintains detailed and comprehensive records of grease program and
enforcement.
Spills and Response Action Plan
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years?
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria?
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
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Permit: WQCSD0421 Owner - Facility:Yadkin County
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
# Response time
# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
# Access to cleaning equipment
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
# Source of emergency funds
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
# Post-overflow/spill assessment
Comment: No spills for the county. Spill Response Action plan is complete and comprehensive.
Inspections
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
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Comment: Records are adequate. Pumps are maintained weekly with proper documentation. Mr. Stokes
reviews all logs with documentation of his review. The annual inspection is properly
documented and entire collection system is observed annually.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
No aerial lines in collection system. Control authority has full access to small area of county lines in
collection system.
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access?
If No, give details on temporary access:
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Is maintenance documented?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
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Comment: The Yadkin County section of collection system does not have HPL's. Right of ways are
consistently maintained throughout the year with good documentation.
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCSD0421 Owner - Facility:Yadkin County
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Yadkinville WTP
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
Is the telemetry system functional?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
Pump station identifier?
# Address?
Instructions for notification?
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
2 back up pumps and generators with contengency plans at each pump - including distribution plan, staff,
and contractor list.
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
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Permit: WQCSD0421 Owner - Facility:Yadkin County
Inspection Date: 03/15/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Comment: Logbooks are located at each pump station with a main log at office with supervisory review.
Logbooks contain the required checks and maintanence of pumps. Records are
comprehensive and satifactory.
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