WQCS00126_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220505

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. RISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Robert Shoe
City of Hamlet
1225 Rice St
Hamlet, NC 28345-3413
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
May 05, 2022
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
Hamlet Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00126
Richmond County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Hamlet Collection
System on 5/02/2022. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCS00126.
The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the
inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this
inspection report is not required.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chad Turlington with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3320 or via email at
[e-mail].
Sincerely,
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Chad C. Turlington, Environmental Specialist
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Fayetteville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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North Carolina Deportment of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Fayetteville Regional ice 1225 Green Street Saute 714 I Fayetteville. North Carolina 28301
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00126 Effective: 02/01/17 Expiration: 01/31/25 Owner : City of Hamlet
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Hamlet Collection System
County: Richmond PO Box 1229
Region: Fayetteville
Contact Person: Jefferson E Billingsley
Directions to Facility:
Hamlet NC 28345
Title: ORC Phone: [phone]
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0047562 City of Hamlet - Hamlet WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/02/2022
Primary Inspector: Chad Turlington
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Entry Time 09:30AM
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Exit Time: 01:OOPM
5/5/2022 Phone: [phone] Ext.720
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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
▪ Pump Stations
▪ Sewer & FOG Ordinances
▪ Reporting Requirements
▪ Spills
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Permit: WQCS00126 Owner - Facility: City of Hamlet
Inspection Date: 05/02/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
All records and log books were very well organized and appeared to be complete and current. A copy of the collection
system permit, spill response plan, sewer use ordinance, map of the system and capital improvement plan were all available
for review. High priority are being inspected at least twice per year. The annual 10% line cleaning requirement was exceeded
for the previous year. Right of ways are mowed and accessible in the event of an emergency. Pump stations appeared to be
operated and maintained properly with good record keeping.
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Permit: WQCS00126 Owner - Facility: City of Hamlet
Inspection Date: 05/02/2022
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:
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.)
Comment: Grease education materials distributed quarterly with water bill. Grease education also on
local cable tv channel.
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?
Comment:
Map
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Permit: WQCS00126 Owner - Facility: City of Hamlet
Inspection Date: 05/02/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
Comment: Comprehensive map was available.
Reporting Requirements
# 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?
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?
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:
Spill Response Action Plan
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Does the plan include:
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Permit: WQCS00126 Owner - Facility: City of Hamlet
Inspection Date: 05/02/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment:
Spills
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Comment:
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
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: Facility exceeds annual line cleaning requirements.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Walls Trailer Park, 177 North, Wall Street, Ware Street, 177 South, Highland Pines, Hamlet Middle School
# 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?
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Permit: WQCS00126 Owner - Facility: City of Hamlet
Inspection Date: 05/02/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
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?
# 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?
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