WQCS00327_BIMS Report_20220324

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00327 Effective: 05/23/17
SOC: Effective:
County: Cabarrus
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Wilmer Melton
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS3,
Primary ORC: Wilmer Melton
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Expiration: 02/28/25
Expiration:
Owner : City of Kannapolis
Facility: Kannapolis Collection System
819 Richard Ave
Title: Director of Public Works
Certification: 28404
Kannapolis NC 28081
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
NC0036269 Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County - Rocky River WWTP
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Primary Inspector: Tony Parker
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Entry Time 09:30AM
Exit Time: 01:30PM
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
II Capital Improvement Plan
▪ Inspections
▪ Lines
(See attachment summary)
▪ General
▪ Map
▪ Spill Response Plan
▪ Manholes
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▪ Sewer & FOG Ordinances
▪ Reporting Requirements
▪ Spills
▪ Pump Stations
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Permit: WQCS00327 Owner - Facility: City of Kannapolis
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WQCS00327 Owner - Facility: City of Kannapolis
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade?
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis?
# What is that frequency?
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages?
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations?
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory?
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials?
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months?
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal?
Comment: The current permit expires 2/28/2025.
Sewer and FOG Ordinances
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices?
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance?
Is Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
# Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance?
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
The city does mail out 2/year, posts info on website, conducts school tours and info included on Annual
Report.
Comment:
Capital Improvement Plan
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted?
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section?
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: The city's CIP program is a little lean in budget items and considering the number of SSO's
reported, the City needs to consider more funding projects to eliminate and reduce the SSO's.
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Permit: WQCS00327 Owner - Facility: City of Kannapolis
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Map Yes No NA NE
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Does the map include:
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Pump station ID, location and capacity • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location & type • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The city uses GIS maps.
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? • El El El
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? • ❑ ❑ ❑
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# How is it being made available? Website
Comment:
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the annual inspection documented? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Inspections are conducted as required and documented,
Spill Response Action Plan
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00327 Owner - Facility: City of Kannapolis
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment: The city is not free of SSO's but are reporting as required.
Spills
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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Comment: Upgrades completed at Charlie Walker P/S. The city is working with engineerig to evaluate
Esther Circle drainage area to determine what improvements are necessary.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Washington Lane Aerial and Mount Vernon Aerial. No issues noted.
Esther Circle Aerial. This aerial needs clearing as it was barley visible and overgrown.
Also visited Kingston outfall. No issues noted.
Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Are gravity sewer cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs been cleaned annually?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment: Esther Circle aerial was overgrown and needs clearing.
Manholes
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Numerous manholes inspected and no issues noted.
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
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Permit: WQCS00327 Owner - Facility: City of Kannapolis
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
Are manhole covers present?
# Are manholes properly seated?
# Are manholes in good condition?
# Are inverts in good condition?
Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
Are manholes free of excessive roots?
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
Are manhole vents screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment: Observed no issues with manholes.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
South Ridge P/S. Hawfield PS, Washington P/S and old Walmart P/S. No issues observed.
# 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 communication 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?
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Permit: WQCS00327 Owner - Facility: City of Kannapolis
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
The city has 8 dedicated on -site generators and 2 portable generators to serve the other 6 P/S's. The city also
has access to rental generators and bypass punps if needed.
# 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?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Comment: All activities were well documented and pump stations appeared to be well maintained.
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