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Home My WebLink AboutWQCSD0544_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220725ROY COOPER Governor ELIZABETH S. BISER Secretary RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. Director Ms. Kelly Hawkins Main Street Management Group PO Box 1329 Cornelius NC 28031 NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Quality July 25, 2022 Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Permittee: One Hundred Norman Place Wastewater Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0544 Mecklenburg County Dear Ms. Hawkins 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 July 21, 2022. The assistance provided by Mr. Jerry Sullivan and Mr. James Sullivan 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. Two pump stations were inspected. One issue noted. Please see attached report for details. b. Numerous manholes were 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 NoRTHCAROLINADE Q N oeparmwm or Fmlronmenlel 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 b. 15A NCAC 02T .0403(a)(2): Requires that a map of the wastewater collection system be developed and actively maintained. Observations: A hand drawn map was available. 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: Pump station logs indicate that the pump stations are being inspected as required. 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 HPL's. 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. g- 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. D_E Departmentor enmranmemei ouei� 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 Observations: No SSO's have been reported with this system for this review period. 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: J. 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. D_E NpR', CaRO_iI.A Departmentor enmranmemei ouei� 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 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) -D_E NOR' CARS]_iI.A Departmentor enmranmemei ouei� Sincerely, [DocuSigned by: 14,441.0 H P;xs,1.4 F161 FB69A2D84A3.. for 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: WQCSD0544 Effective: 11/05/10 Expiration: SOC: Effective: Expiration: County: Mecklenburg Region: Mooresville Contact Person: Sam Hicks Directions to Facility: Owner : One Hundred Norman Place Facility: One Hundred Norman Place HOA Title: Phone: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: WO0000991 McLeod Corp - McLeod Corp -Norman PI Phase Inspection Date: 07/21/2022 Entry Time 09:45AM Exit Time: 10:15AM 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 Grease Control Spills/Response Plan ▪ Manholes Pump Stations (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 5 Permit: WOCSD0544 Owner - Facility:One Hundred Norman Place Inspection Date: 07/21/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: Page 2 of 5 Permit: WOCSD0544 Owner - Facility:One Hundred Norman Place Inspection Date: 07/21/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine 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.) Customers are notified via email and newletters. 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: This is a private deemed system and is contract operated by Aqua-Trol Inc. Spills and Response Action Plan # Is system free of known points of bypass? # 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? 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: A spill response plan was available. Manholes Please list the Manholes Inspected: Various M/H's reviewed and no issues noted. Are manholes accessible? # Are manhole covers/vents above grade? Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑•❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑•❑ ❑ ❑•❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 3 of 5 Permit: WOCSD0544 Owner - Facility:One Hundred Norman Place Inspection Date: 07/21/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine 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? Are vents free of submergence? Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? Comment: No issues with M/H's. Pump Stations Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: Pump stations 1 & 2. The alarm light at pump station # 2 did not work when tested. No other issues noted. The light will need to be repaired or replaced. Please advise when this is completed. # 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: # Atwo-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 telemetry system functional? Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? Does the sign include: Owner Name? Pump station identifier? # Address? Instructions for notification? • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Yes No NA NE 2 0 0 0 0 2 • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 4 of 5 Permit: WOCSD0544 Owner - Facility:One Hundred Norman Place Inspection Date: 07/21/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine 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? P/S # 1 is equipped with an ATS and has a quick connect for a portable generator. P/S # 2 has redundant power set up and a generator is not necessary. The contractor maintains a portable dual voltage dual phase generator at at their shop for emergency use should one be necessary. This unit was not evaluated. # 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: Good record keeping noted. • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ •❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 5 of 5