HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQCSD0513_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220513ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Mr. Roy Lapidus
720 South Colorado Blvd.
Suite 1150 N.
Glendale Colorado 80246
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
May 13, 2022
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Permittee: Berkley Oaks MHP Wastewater Collection System
Permit No. WQCSD0513
Gaston County NC
Dear Mr. Lapidus,
Mr. Tony Parker of the Mooresville Regional Office of the NC Division of Water Resources (DWR
or the Division) conducted a compliance evaluation inspection (CEI) of the subject wastewater
collection system (WWCS) on May 12, 2022. The assistance provided by Ms. Abigail Gomez
during this inspection is greatly appreciated. A copy of the inspection report is attached for your
records and inspection findings are summarized below with action items.
Site/System Review
The following system components were inspected:
a. Numerous manholes were inspected. Numerous issues noted. Please see attached
report for details.
b. One outfall R/W was inspected. No issues noted.
As you are aware, owners of permitted collection systems must comply with their permit and all
rules listed under NC Administrative Code 15A NCAC 02T .0400, et seq. The system's
compliance status with each of these rules is summarized below:
a. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(1): Requires that the system be effectively maintained
and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters and any
contravention of ground or surface water standards.
Observations: The system had no SSO's for the review period.
Compliance Status: Compliant
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Mooresville Regional Office 1601 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 I Mooresville, NC 28115
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b. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(2): Requires that a map of the wastewater collection
system be developed and actively maintained.
Observations:
The system uses a paper map.
Compliance Status: Compliant
c. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(3): Requires that an operation and maintenance (O&M)
plan be developed and implemented, which includes inspection frequency,
preventative maintenance schedule, and overflow response.
Observations Records were available for all activities.
Compliance Status: Compliant
d. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(4): Requires that the permittee or its representative
inspect pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote
alarm system) every day (i.e., 365 days per year) and pump stations that are
connected to a telemetry system at least once per week.
Observations: The system has no pump stations.
Compliance Status: Compliant
e. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(5): Requires that the permittee or its representative
inspect high -priority sewers (HPS - as defined in 15A NCAC 02T .0402(2)) at least
once every six months and document the inspections.
Observations: The system has no high priority lines.
Compliance Status: Compliant
f. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(6): Requires that the permittee or its representative
conduct a general observation of the entire wastewater collection system at least
once per year and document same.
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Compliance Status: Compliant.
15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(7): Requires that overflows and bypasses from the
system be reported to the Division's Mooresville Regional Office in accordance
with 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a), and that public notice must be provided as required
by G.S. 143-215.1C.
Observations: No SSO's have been reported with this system for this review
period.
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Mooresville Regional Office 1601 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 I Mooresville, NC 28115
704.663.1699
The NC regulations and statutes, which cover the reporting requirements for SSOs,
are found in NC Administrative Code 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a) and NC General
Statute 143-215.1C, respectively. You may access the NC regulations online at the
NC Office
of Administrative Hearings (OAH) website at:
http://www.oah.state.nc.us/rules/ and the NC General Statutes online at the
NC General Assembly's website at:
http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/gascripts/Statutes/StatutesTOC.pl. You may
wish to review them to ensure you are fully familiar with all requirements.
When reporting SSOs to DWQ, you must call the Mooresville Regional Office
(MRO) at 704-663-1699 during normal business hours. If outside normal business
hours, you must report the spill to the NC Division of Emergency Management at
1-800-858-0368. Please note that all reportable SSOs must be reported within 24
hours of the occurrence, or first knowledge, of the SSO. Please also note that voice
mail or faxed messages are not considered as the initial verbal report. You must
talk to and report the spill to a live person.
Compliance Status: Compliant
h. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(8): Requires that a grease control program be developed
and implemented as follows:
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1. For privatley owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall
include at least bi-annual distribution of grease education materials to users.
2. Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required
above if necessary to prevent grease -related sanitary sewer overflows.
Observations: Educational info is provided as required.
Compliance Status: Compliant.
15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(9): Requires that right-of-ways (ROW) and easements
be maintained to allow for personnel and equipment accessibility.
Observations: Lines and R/W's were well maintained.
Compliance Status: Compliant.
15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(10): Requires that documentation be kept for all
activities you undertake to comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 02T .0403,
subparagraphs (a)(1) through (a)(9), for a minimum of three years, with the
exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system.
Observations: Records were reviewed for all activities.
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Mooresville Regional Office 1601 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 I Mooresville, NC 28115
704.663.1699
Compliance Status: Compliant
The attached inspection report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have any questions
regarding the inspection report or this letter, please contact Tony Parker at 704-663-1699 or
tony.parker@ncdenr.gov.
Attachments: BIMS Inspection Report
CC: DWR files (Laserfiche)
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W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Mooresville Regional Office 1601 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 I Mooresville, NC 28115
704.663.1699
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0513 Effective: 11/17/10 Expiration:
SOC: Effective: Expiration:
County: Gaston
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Sam Misuraca
Directions to Facility:
Owner : Berkley Oaks LLC
Facility: Berkley Oaks MHP Collection System
Title: Manager Phone: 248-399-7722
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0062278 Stonetown Berkley Oaks LLC - Berkley Oaks WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 11:OOAM
Primary Inspector: Tony Parker Phone: 704-663-1699
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 General . Grease Control
▪ Spills/Response Plan Lines Manholes
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WOCSD0513 Owner - Facility: Berkley Oaks LLC
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WOCSD0513 Owner - Facility: Berkley Oaks LLC
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
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: This is a private deemed system.
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.)
FOG info is provided as required.
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:
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: WOCSD0513 Owner - Facility: Berkley Oaks LLC
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
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: No SSO's.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Outfall R/W near WWTP. No issues noted.
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment: No issues.
Manholes
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Numerous manholes inspected. Issues noted. The entire collection system needs cleaning due to flat
bottom manholes without formed troughs or benches causing solids and debris to build up in each manhole.
It is recommended that the system manholes be evaluated tor rehab or be cleaned at least annually.
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
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?
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Permit: WOCSD0513 Owner - Facility: Berkley Oaks LLC
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment: See above comments.
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