WQCS00176_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220613

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. RISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Delane Jackson
Town of Bladenboro
PO Box 455
305 S Main St
Bladenboro, NC 28320-0455
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
June 9, 2022
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
Bladenboro Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00176
Bladen County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Bladenboro Collection
System on 5/05/2022. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCS00176.
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.
At the time of inspection, the audio alarm for pump station #1 was on back order. The intention is to fix
this as soon as the part becomes available to maintain compliance with permit requirements. Otherwise,
both pump stations had good housekeeping. The Spill Response Plan and other required documents were
all readily available. Inspections and maintenance records were kept orderly in logbooks. Grease education
is on the town's website. Two forms of outreach are necessary, so make sure to do one other form of
publication/outreach.
North Carolina Deportment of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Fayetteville Regional ice 1225 Green Street Sure 714 I Fayetteville. North Carolina 25201
910.433.3300

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Danielle Simpson with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3300 or via email at
[e-mail].
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PERCS Compliance/Enforcement Unit
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Fayetteville Regional ice 1225 Green Street Sure 714 I Fayetteville. Worth Carolina 25201
910.4333300

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. RISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Certified Mail #
Return Receipt Requested
John O'Daniel
Town of Bladenboro
PO Box 455
Bladenboro, NC 28320-0455
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
May 19, 2022
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
Bladenboro Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00176
Bladen County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Bladenboro Collection
System on 5/05/2022. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCS00176.
The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the
inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
Please respond in writting to this office within 30 days of your receipt of this letter regarding your plans
or measures to be taken to address the following issues:
OR
There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this
inspection report is not required.
North Carolina Deportment of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Fayetteville Regional ice 1225 Green Street Sure 714 I Fayetteville. North Carolina 25201
910.4333300

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Danielle Simpson with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3300 or via email at
[e-mail].
Sincerely,
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J. Trent Allen, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Fayetteville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
Cc: WQS Fayetteville Regional Office - Enforcement File
PERCS Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
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North Carolina Deportment of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Fayetteville Regional ice 1225 Green Street Sure 714 I Fayetteville. Worth Carolina 25201
910.4333300

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00176
SOC:
County: Bladen
Region: Fayetteville
Effective: 06/01/13
Effective:
Contact Person: Delane Jackson
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Expiration: 05/31/21
Expiration:
Title:
Certification:
NC0026352 Town of Bladenboro - Bladenboro WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
Primary Inspector: Danielle Simpson
Secondary Inspector(s):
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Owner : Town of Bladenboro
Facility: Bladenboro Collection System
PO Box 455
Bladenboro NC 283200455
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 12:OOPM
6/9/2022 Phone: [phone]
6/9/2022
Reason for Inspection: Routine '-5189C2D3DD5C42B 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
▪ Sewer & FOG Ordinances
▪ Reporting Requirements
▪ Spills
▪ Pump Stations
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Permit: WQCS00176 Owner - Facility:Town of Bladenboro
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
There are two pump stations in the Bladenboro Collection System. At the time of inspection, the audio alarm for pump
station #1 was on back order. The intention is to fix this as soon as the part becomes available to maintain compliance with
permit requirements. Permanent backup generators are at each of the two pump stations. These are set to self -test every
Monday.
The FOG Ordinance requires grease traps to be cleaned every two months or can vary based on the establishment's usage.
Grease education is on the town's website. Two forms of outreach are necessary, so make sure to do one other form of
publication/outreach. The Spill Response Plan and other required documents were all readily available. Inspections and
maintenance records were kept orderly in log books.
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Permit: WQCS00176 Owner - Facility:Town of Bladenboro
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
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.)
Web
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?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00176 Owner - Facility:Town of Bladenboro
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Map Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
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Pump station ID, location and capacity • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location & type • ❑ ❑ ❑
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Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation? ❑ El • ❑
Comment: Pipes are old, the exact age is unknown.
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# 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? Web and at Town
Hall
Comment: No spills int he past 3 years.
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:
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: WQCS00176 Owner - Facility:Town of Bladenboro
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
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?
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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? • ❑ El El
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? ❑ ❑ • ❑
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ • ❑
Comment: Verbally and electronically on a log.
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: A running tally is kept in a log book to track gravity sewer cleaning.
Manholes
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
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?
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Permit: WQCS00176 Owner - Facility:Town of Bladenboro
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# 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:
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
#1 and #2
# 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?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
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Permit: WQCS00176 Owner - Facility:Town of Bladenboro
Inspection Date: 05/05/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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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Comment: Permanent backup generators are at each of the two pump stations. These are set to self -test
every Monday. Horn for audio alarm at pump station #1 is currently on back order and is
intended to be fixed as soon as the part is available so as to be compliant with permit
requirements.
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