WQCSD0009_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220329

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
March 29, 2022
CERTIFIED MAIL RECEIPT # 7020 3160 0000 4109 5503
RETURNED RECEIPT REQUESTED
Jeff Johnson, Mayor
Town of Lucama
111 South Main Street
Lucama, NC 27851
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Town of Lucama Wastewater Collection System
Permit Number WQCSD0009
Wilson County
Mayor Johnson:
On March 22, 2022, Mitch Hayes of the Raleigh Regional Office conducted the subject
inspection. The cooperation and assistance of Buddy Sanders, Operator in Responsible
Charge, with this inspection was greatly appreciated. Below is a list of findings developed
from the inspection and review of the permit:
1. The subject permit became effective March 1, 2000. Adoption of deemed permit rules
became effective June 02, 2014 and will expire January 1, 2023. All deemed permitted
facilities are required to adhere to the requirements and procedures for permitting,
operation and maintenance of collection systems as stated in 1SA NCAC 02T .0403. A
copy of these rules is attached to the inspection letter.
2. All wastewater is conveyed to the Town of Black Creek collection system which is
conveyed and treated at the Hominy Creek WWTP in Wilson, NC.
3. The Town of Lucama has an enforceable fats, oils, and grease program and a sewer
use ordinance. Bi-annual distribution of educational materials for commercial and
residential users is documented. There have been no enforcement actions taken for
the year.
4. There are six pump stations in the collection system. All pump stations except Oak
Street pump station have restricted access and emergency contact information
signage. The wet well lid consists of a plastic trash can lid covering the wet well
opening. This covering does not meet restricted access and the pump station does not
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office I 3800 Barrett Dnvc I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
919 791.4200

have fencing. This must be corrected immediately to prevent accidental entry. Mr.
Sanders stated that he could have a lid manufactured to cover the lid. Within 30 days
receipt of this letter, please reply to this office when the cover to the wet well is
complete. This station does not have an emergency contact signage. Please state in
your reply to this letter when this station will have a sign posted. One of the pump
floats failed to operate the pump when the float was lifted at Station #5. The high
water alarm failed to operate the audible / visual alarms at Station #6. The audible /
visual alarms did not operate when the high water float was lifted at Granite Street.
All other pumps operated at the rest of the pump stations when their respective floats
were lifted.
Please respond to the deficiencies noted in number 4 within 30 days' receipt of this letter. If
you have any questions concerning this letter or the inspection, please contact Mitch Hayes
at 919.791.4261 or at mitch.hayesOncdenr.gov
Sincerely,
Vanessa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NC DEQ
cc: Permit files, Laserfiche
Attachment
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 1 Division of Water Resources
512 North Salisbury Street 11611 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611
919 707 9000

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0009 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: 01/01/23 Owner : Lucama Town
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Lucama Town Collection System
County: Wilson
Region: Raleigh
Contact Person: Virginia Johnson
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Timothy Earl Sanders
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Title: Phone: [phone]
Certification: 1011080 Phone: [phone]
Timothy Earl Sanders 252-289-3442
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022 Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 11:30AM
Primary Inspector: Mitchell S Hayes PVI rialgef , e,3 0.3 13,, i�ne: 919-791-4200
Secondary Inspectors):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: IN Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions El General Grease Control
▪ Spills/Response Plan Inspections Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSD0009 Owner • Facility: Lucama Town
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The subject permit became effective March 1, 2000. Adoption of deemed permit rules became effective June 02, 2014 and
will expire January 1, 2023. All deemed permitted facilities are required to adhere to the requirements and procedures for
permitting, operation and maintenance of collection systems as stated in 15A NCAC 02T .0403.
All wastewater is conveyed to the Town of Black Creek collection system which is conveyed and treated at the Hominy
Creek WWTP in Wilson, NC.
The Town of Lucama has an enforceable fats, oils, and grease program and a sewer use ordinance. Bi-annual distribution of
educational materials for commercial and residential users is documented. There have been no enforcement actions taken
for the year.
There are six pump stations in the collection system. All pump stations except Oak Street pump station have restricted
access and emergency contact information signage. The wet well lid consists of a plastic trash can lid covering the wet well
opening. This covering does not meet restricted access and the pump station does not have fencing. This must be corrected
immediately to prevent accidental entry. Mr. Sanders stated that he could have a lid manufactured to cover the lid. Within 30
days receipt of this letter, please reply to this office when the cover to the wet well is complete. This station does not have
an emergency contact signage. Please state in your reply to this letter when this station will have a sign posted. One of the
pump floats failed to operate the pump when the float was lifted at Station #5. The high water alarm failed to operate the
audible / visual alarms at Station #6. The audible / visual alarms did not operate when the high water float was lifted at
Granite Street. All other pumps operated at the rest of the pump stations when their respective floats were lifted.
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Permit: WQCSD0009 Owner - Facility: Lucerne Town
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022 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?
Comment:
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.)
No other types of education used.
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: No enforceable actions have been taken over the year.
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?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Permit: W4CSD0009 Owner - Facility:Lucama Town
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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:
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?
Comment. There are no HPL in the system.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Station #2, Parkers, Blalock, Station #5, Station #6, Granite
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# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 6
# Number of vacuum stations in system 0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system 0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building 0
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed? 1
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? 1
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Permit: WQCSD0009 Owner - Facility: Lucerne Town
Inspection Date: 03/22/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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/StaffNehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
Vehicles, portable pumps, staff
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
Do pump station Togs 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?
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is no contact information sign at this pump station. One Dump float did not function at pump
station #5. The audible / visual alarms did not function at pump station 6 and at Granite Street.
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SECTION .0400 — SYSTEM -WIDE COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMITTING
15A NCAC 02T .0401 SCOPE
The rules of this Section apply to system -wide collection systems pursuant to G.S. 143-215.9B, where the Director may
issue system -wide permits for collection systems relating to operation and maintenance of sewers, pump stations, force
mains and all appurtenances.
History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B;
Eff. September 1, 2006.
15A NCAC 02T .0402 DEFINITIONS
The following definitions are used in this Section:
(1) "Collection system" means a public or private sewer system, consisting of sewer lines, force mains, pump stations
or any combination thereof that conveys wastewater to a designated wastewater treatment facility or separately -
owned sewer system. For purposes of permitting, the collection system is considered to be any existing or newly
installed system extension up to the wastewater treatment facility property or point of connection with a
separately -owned sewer system.
(2) "High -priority sewer" means any aerial sewer, sewer contacting surface waters, siphon, sewer positioned parallel
to stream banks that is subject to erosion that undermines or deteriorates the sewer, or sewer designated as high
priority in a Division issued permit where the sewer does not meet minimum design requirements.
History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B;
Eff. September 1, 2006.
15A NCAC 02T .0403 PERMITTING BY REGULATION
(a) Collection systems having an actual, permitted or Division approved average daily flow less than 200,000
gallons per day are deemed permitted pursuant to Rule .0113 of this Subchapter provided the system meets
the criteria in Rule .0113 of this Subchapter and all specific criteria required in this Rule:
(1)
The sewer system is 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.
(2) A map of the sewer system has been developed and is actively maintained.
(3)
An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative
maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response has been developed and
implemented.
(4) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system) are inspected by
the permittee or its representative every day (i.e., 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected
to a telemetry system are inspected at least once per week.
High -priority sewers are inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six -months
and inspections are documented.
(6) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire sewer system is conducted at
least once per year.
(7) Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02B .0506(a), and public notice is provided as required by G.S. 143-215.1C.
(8) A Grease Control Program is in place as follows:
(A) For publicly owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least bi-annual
distribution of educational materials for both commercial and residential users and the legal means
(5)

to require grease interceptors for new construction and retrofit, 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 sewer systems.
(B) For privately owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall include at least bi-annual
distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection system by the permittee or its
representative.
(C) Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts (A) and (B) of this
Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related sanitary sewer overflows.
(9) Right-of-ways and easements are maintained in the full easement width for personnel and equipment
accessibility.
(10) Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a)(1) through (a)(9) of this Rule for a minimum of three
years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system.
(b) Private collection systems on a single property serving an industrial facility where the domestic wastewater
contribution is Tess than 200,000 gallons per day shall be deemed permitted.
(c) The Director may determine that a collection system should not be deemed to be permitted in accordance
with this Rule and Rule .0113 of this Subchapter. This determination shall be made in accordance with Rule
.0113(e) of this Subchapter.
History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B;
Eff. September 1, 2006.
15A NCAC 02T .0404 MULTIPLE COLLECTION SYSTEMS UNDER COMMON OWNERSHIP
If a public entity owns multiple but separate collection systems (i.e., tributary to separate plants) and any one is subject
to an individual permit, all collection systems shall be covered under one permit. This shall not be applicable to public
utilities authorized to operate by the North Carolina Utilities Commission who own several individual systems within the
state.
History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B;
Eff. September 1, 2006.
15A NCAC 02T .0405 IMPLEMENTATION
(a) Permit applications for the initial issuance of a collection system permit shall be completed and submitted to the
Division within 60 days of the collection system owner's certified mail receipt of the Division's request for
application submittal. Permit renewal requests shall be submitted to the Director at least 180 days prior to
expiration, unless the permit has been revoked in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0110. All applications must be
submitted in duplicate, completed on official forms, and fully executed.
(b) Collection systems subject to an individual permit shall comply with the standards in Rule .0403 of this Section until
such time as their individual permit is issued.
History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B;
Eff. September 1, 2006.