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MAYOR
Max Andrews
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
Eric Davis
TOWN ATTORNEY
Terry Taylor
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Town of Sawmills
TOWN COUNCIL
Bobby Austin
Gerelene Blevins
MAY - 2 2001
Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater' Collection Dept.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Ronnie Coffey lie. #23005
Applicable Permit(s): WQ0010265, WQ0017555
Description of collection System or Treatment Process:
Joe Heltoti
Bill.Ramsey
David Stamey
The Town of Sawmills wastewater collection system presently has approximately 180
sewer connections, and approximately 38,500 linear feet of sewer line. Present
wastewater is treated by the Town of Granite Falls. After completion of the Town of
Sawmills pump station and 9'390 feet of pressure line, wastewater will be treated by the
City of Lenoir at the Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System performance for Fiscal Year July,
1999 through June, 2000:
Sawmills Wastewater collection system has had no violations or illegal discharges during
fiscal year July, 1999 through June, 2000.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Town of Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Granite Falls, NC
28630. The customers were notified of this report by a notice on their water/sewer bills.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
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Ronnie Coffey '--- Date
Asst. Public iW6 •ks Supervisor
Town of Sawmills, Inc.
4076 U.S. Highway 321-A • Granite Falls, NC 28630 • [phone] • [phone], fax
The town of Sawmills does not discriminate on the basis of aze, sex. race. reli-ion, national origin• disbility, political affiliation, or marital status

MAYOR
Max Andrews
TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
Eric Davis
TOWN ATTORNEY
Terry Taylor
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Town of Sawmills
Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Dept.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Ronnie Coffey lie. #23005
Applicable Permit(s): WQ0010265, WQ0017555
Description of collection System or Treatment Process:
TOWN COUNCIL
Bobby Aztstizz
Gerelene Blevins
Joe Heltoiz
Bill Ramsey
David Stamey
The Town of Sawmills wastewater collection system presently has approximately 180
sewer connections, and approximately 38,500 linear feet of sewer line. Present
wastewater is treated by the Town of Granite Falls. After completion of the Town of
Sawmills pump station and 9,390 feet of pressure line, wastewater will be treated by the
City of Lenoir at the Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System performance for Fiscal Year July,
1999 through June, 2000:
Sawmills Wastewater collection system has had no violations or illegal discharges during
fiscal year July, 1999 through June, 2000.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Town of Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Granite Falls, NC
28630. The customers were notified of this report by a notice on their water/sewer bills.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I fiirther certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
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Ronnie Coffey Date
Asst. Public rkrvisor
Town of Sawmills, Inc.
4076 U.S. Highway 32I-A • Grazzite Falls, NC 28630 • [phone] • [phone], fax
The town of Sawmills does not discriminate on the basis of a-e, sex. race, religion, national origin, disbility, political affiliation, or marital status

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Michael F. Easley, Governor
`O� py William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
March 1, 2005
MEMORANDUM
TO: Jim Reid
Asheville Regional Office
FROM: Marie Doklovic
PERCS Unit
SUBJECT: Collection System Permit Application
Sawmills Collection System — Caldwell County
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The subject collection system permit application was received by the central office on March 1, 2005. The
central office would appreciate your help in identifying areas of potential non-compliance and obtaining
compliance schedules for permit issuance.
If it is possible to visit the subject system in the future please contact Marie Doklovic at 9191733-5083 x 371
to coordinate visitation schedules. If the reviewer is unable to attend, they will provide a list of issues that
could be addressed during the visit. Your review of the enclosed application is requested as well. The permit
application enclosed can be kept for your records. A copy of the draft permit will be forwarded for regional
comment and the final permit will be sent to you upon issuance. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to
contact me. Thank you.
Enclosure
Cc: Permit File
Pretreatment, Emergency Response & Collection Systems Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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MAR _ 3 2005
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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MAYOR TOWN
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TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
Robert Frye
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February 24, 2005
Ms. Marie Doklovic
NCDENR — Division of Water Quality
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System
Collection System Permit Application
Dear Ms. Doklovic:
Enclosed for your review are the following:
• 1 original and 2 copies ,of Form CSA 06/04
• Attachment III(10)
• Attachment V(4)
• Attachment: Spill Response Plan (Item V(16))
Joe Norman, Mayor Pro-Tem
Gerelene Blevins
Pat Harrison
Joe Wesson
Eddie Bowman
MAR 1 2005 �-
We are in the process of developing a five-year Capital Improvement Plan and can provide a
copy to the Division when available.
If you need additional information, please contact me, or contact Benjie Thomas with West
Consultants, PLLC at [phone].
Sincerely,
Robert Frye
Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Highway 321-A • Granite Falls, N.C. 28630 • [phone] • [phone] fax
http:Hwww.ci.sawnzills.nc.us/
The Torn of Sawmills dices not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, or marital status.

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RECEIVE ® State of North Carolina
6� G G Department of Environment and Natural Resources
MAR 1 2005
Division of Water Quality
PERCS' U N IT INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: CSA 06/04
(SYSTEM WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS)
The Division of Water Quality will not accept this application unless all the instructions are followed and
the form is filled out in its entirety.
AN ONLINE VERSION OF THIS FORM IS AVAILABLE FROM h2o, enrstate. nc. us/ndpu/ndpuapps. html
A. Application Form (All Application Packages):
✓ Submit one original and two copies of the completed and appropriately executed application form. The instructions
(Pages 1 and 2 of 6) do not need to be submitted. Any changes made to this form will result in the application being
returned. The Division of Water Quality (Division) will only accept application packages that have been fully
completed with all applicable items addressed.
✓ For new applications, return the fully executed application within 60 days of receipt per 15A NCAC 2H .0227.
B. Cover Letter and Attachments:
✓ If necessary for clarity, include attachments to the application form. Such attachments will be considered'part of the
application package and should be numbered to correspond to the section to which they refer.
✓ Submit a cover letter that lists all items and attachments included in the permit application package.
✓ Submit all attachments in duplicate.
C. Application Fee:
✓ There is no application fee. The permittee will be billed for an annual fee upon issuance of the permit. A schedule of
annual fees for collection systems can be found on the Non Discharge Permitting Unit web site at
http.-Ah2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu/ndpufees.html or by calling 919-733-5083.
D. General:
✓ Please give as detailed answers as possible on the individual aspects of the collection system management, operation,
and maintenance program.
✓ If "no" is answered to any item, please indicate if the item will be implemented in the future and give a schedule for
implementation. If there are no plans for implementation, please provide a detailed justification.
E. Flow:
✓ Enter the greater of the design capacity or actual flows monitored. Design capacity may be limited to the permitted
flow of the treatment facility even though the collection system may have a greater hydraulic capacity. For satellite
systems, flow capacity may also be determined from agreements with other utilities for treatment and disposal of the
wastewater (Section J).
F. Collection System Information:
✓ For items III. 5., 6. and 7., existing information should be used to provide data or be used as an estimate to provide
current/projected data. Please provide the basis and/or assumptions for any estimation.
G. Pump Station Information:
✓ Include pump stations that serve single family residences and connected to a pressure line under Item III(9).
✓ Please use the same pump station identification that would be used to report spills and is used in O&M logs.
✓ A map may be used to identify the location of facilities.. If a map is used, please identify that the map is attached on the
table.
✓ For the pump reliability column indicate yes only if the pump station can pump peak flows with the largest pump out.
For reliability source column, identify whether portable or permanent pumps are available, none, or other backup
system is used. Try to be as descriptive as possible.
H. High Priority Line Information (15A NCAC 2H .0227(b)(2)):
✓ Use the same line identification that would be used to report spills and is used in O&M logs.
✓ Indicate type of high priority line — siphon, aerial line, etc. Other high priority lines may include those designated as
such in a sewer line extension permit, lines running parallel to streambanks that are subject to erosion which may
threaten the sewer line, other lines that are exposed, etc.
I. Organization:
✓ Provide a general description of the different departments, units, teams, etc. that are responsible for the collection
system management, operation, and maintenance. Please indicate how many personnel are dedicated to each
organizational unit. A complete organizational chart with all positions listed is not necessary.
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J. Budget Information:
✓ Approximate figures from the last budget cycle may be used.
✓ The Capital Improvement Budget should correlate to the Capital Improvement Plan as required by the North Carolina
Clean Water Act of 1999, S.L. 1999 c. 329, s. 11.2. Provide detail regarding the Capital Improvement Budget
including the life expectancy of the wastewater collection system.
✓ Submit the pertinent pages of the Capital Improvement Plan pertaining to the collection system.
K. Satellite Systems:
✓ Ordinances -or agreements should list approved flow from the satellite system and define the connection point. The
ordinances/agreements do not need to be submitted at this time, but should be available for inspection upon request.
✓ Provide a list and include contact information (name, address, phone) for any satellite systems having a flow greater
than 200,000 GPD.
L. Map:
✓ The map should accurately reflect the collection system configuration and include at a minimum: pipe size, pipe
material, pipe location and direction of flow, and pump station identification, location and configuration. The map does
not need to be submitted at this time however, it should be made available for inspection upon request.
M. Sanitary Sewer Evaluation Study (SSES):
✓ A - SSES is not required. for permit submittal. However, if one has been conducted, please summarize .the results
including the date of completion and indicate the schedule to correct any deficiencies that were noted.
✓ If there are known areas that are not able to meet capacity, and/or have generated SSOs or where modeling has
indicated capacity is exceeded, describe their location and provide a schedule to correct the deficiency. Examples of
problem areas would be. chronically surcharging manholes, repeatedly failing pump stations, lines with severe
infiltration and inflow, etc. If SSOs are documented over several areas and specific problem areas do not stand out,
indicate such. If the SSOs are not scheduled to be fixed, provide a detailed explanation as to why. Any capacity related
compliance schedules must meet the following criteria: 1) Have a documented history of, SSOs or the potential for
SSOs through modeling; 2) Have a defined compliance end date (month, day, year — interim dates may be requested
depending on the end compliance date); 3) The project must be included in the Capital Improvement Plan (if
qualifying); and 4) Include a detailed location description of the project area. Note that per G.S. 143-215.67,
incorporation of a capacity related compliance schedule is an indication of a capacity problem. It is expected that no
new sources of wastewater be knowingly introduced to or through the collection system lines in the project area.
SUMMARY OF ATTACHMENTS REQUESTED IN APPLICATION
Pump Station Information (Item I11(10))
List of High Priority Lines (Item IH(13))
Capital Improvement Plan Sections Pertaining to the Collection System (Item IV(3))
Contact List for Satellite Systems Over 200,000 GPD (Item IV(9))
Spill Response Plan (Item V(16))
Delegation Letter (if necessary per 15A NCAC 2H .0206)
Extra Information as Necessary or Desired
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS,
SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY_.
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
ATTN: MARIE DOKLOVIC
By U.S. Postal Service: By Courier/Special Delivery:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 NORTH SALISBURY STREET, SUITE 1219
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27604
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone] x 371
FORM: CSA Instructions 06/04 Page 2 of 2

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
SYSTEM -WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEMS
FORM CSA 06/04
FORM AMYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN
Application Number: JVW(� ))%.J\ D (to be completed by DWQ) ��
<THIS ONLINE APPLICATION CAN BE FILLED OUT USING
THE TAB KEY TO MOVE THROUGH THE FIELDS> �I ���
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
MAR I - 2005
1. System name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System PPrS��7 UNI A
2. Owner (name of the municipality, public utility, homeowners association, 6tc.): Town of Sawmills
3. Authorized signing official's name AND title (15A NCAC 2H .0206(b)): Robert Frye, Town Manager
4. Name and complete address of applicant: Town of Sawmills, 4076 US Highway 321-A
City: Granite Falls State: North Carolina Zip: 28630
Telephone number: [phone] Facsimile number: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
4. County where project is located: Caldwell
5. Name, affiliation, and contact information of contact person who can answer questions about the application:
Benjamin B. Thomas, P.E.; West Consultants, PLLC; [phone]
II. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Project is: ® new; ❑ modification; ❑ renewal
2. If this application is being submitted as a result of a modification or renewal of an existing permit, provide: existing
permit number - and the issuance date
3. Applicant is: 0 public; ❑ private
III. COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION:
1. Current average flow of wastewater generated by this collection system (See Instruction E): 0.250 (MGD)
2. Combined permitted flow of all treatment plants: n/a (MGD)
3. Explanation of how wastewater flow was determined: Contract limit with Lenoir
4. Owner and name of wastewater treatment facility(ies) (WWTF) receiving wastewater: City of Lenoir -Gunpowder
Creek WWTP
5. WWTF permit number(s): NCO023736
6. Nature of wastewater (See Instruction F): 100 % domestic/commercial; % industrial;
% other waste - specify:
7. Population served by the -collection system (See Instruction F): 820 + (328 connections x 2.5/ea)
8. Total miles of sewer (See Instruction F): 0.77 mi 6", 1.778 mi 8", 0.290 mi 4" Force Main
8.357 mi. 8", 1.31 mi. 15" Gravity
U Pressure 0 Vacuum
FORM: CSA 06/04 Page 1

6. Describe how the grease control program and construction and inspection of private sewer connections is coordinated
with the local building inspections department: The Caldwell County building inspections department will not
issue a permit to a food service facility without the installation of grease interceptors.
7. Do you have procedures in place for implementing North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1C (public notifications of
spills and annual report to customers). If not, please provide a schedule for developing these procedures: yes
8. List any agreements or ordinances currently in place to address flows from satellite systems (See Instruction K)? n/a
9. Attach a list of all satellite systems having a flow or capacity greater than 200,000 GPD. Include contact information
such as name, address, phone number and flow for each satellite system. Indicate N/A if no such systems are present.
® N/A
V. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE COLLECTION SYSTEM:
1. Is an accurate and complete map of the entire collection system available? (See Instruction L)? If not state what
percentage of the system is mapped and provide a schedule for completing the map: yes
2. List the mapping parameters/descriptions included on or associated with the map such as type, pipe size, age, etc. of
the collection system: size, location, gravity or forcemain, owner
3. Has a sanitary sewer evaluation and study (SSES) been conducted on any portion of the collection system (See
Instruction M)?: no
4. Have any parts of the collection system been modeled for hydraulics (See Instruction M)? ❑ Yes ® No
Explain and provide locations of any capacity problems or sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) indicated by the model:
5. Are sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) documented no matter what volume? How are they documented? yes (see Spill
Response Plan)
6. Are operational logs maintained and reviewed periodically? ® Yes ❑ No
At what frequency? Annually
7. Are maintenance logs maintained and reviewed periodically? ® Yes ❑ No
At what frequency? Annually
8. Are pressure and gravity sewer systems inspected on a routine basis? ® Yes ❑ No
Explain the frequency of inspections and any maintenance programs: Six month reccurence above ground; 10% per
year inside cleaning.
9. Describe plan review and inspection procedures for new construction (if applicable): Town Engineer reviews plans
prior to Town signing permit applications. Public Works staff and Town Engineer inspect system additions
during construction
10. List all equipment available for routine cleaning of the collection system. If not owned, please indicate the source from
which the equipment is available: Model 747-FR-2000 Rotator Sewer Jet Cleanier (owned by Town)
11. What approximate percentage of the collection system is cleaned each year and the rationale for determining which line
segments are cleaned: currently clean 25-30% per year; the problem areas (low -slope outfalls) are cleaned most
often)
12. Describe the right of way maintenance program. Include whether all right of ways are currently accessible: Public
Works Department mows rights -of -way at least once per year. Some areas are done twice per year. All areas
are currently accessible.
13. Describe any existing rehabilitation/replacement programs for the system (e.g. I/I studies, pump station upgrades, pipe
replacement, etc.): none (system is relataively new)
FORM: CSA 06/04 Page 3

14. Have any applications ever been submitted for funding pertaining to the collection system (i.e. rural center grant,
revolving loans, etc.)? If so, please describe the time, project(s), award and project completion. yes - CDBG grants
and ARC grant. All are presently completed.
15. Indicate when the last rate structure was evaluated for sewer billing:. 2004; rates were increased 7-1-04
16. Attach a copy of your current spill response plan. Attached
17. Please thoroughly read the attached shell permit. List any permit conditions below that there may be difficulty in
complying with upon permit issuance. These conditions will be ones where compliance schedules may be necessary.
Note that recordkeeping requirements should not require any compliance schedules. There may be also be certain
critieria for incorporation of compliance schedules that will be discussed during the permitting process.
I.4 - One year is requested to develop the fats, oils, and grease program.
I.5 - One year is requested to adopt and implement the Capital Improvement Plan.
I.8 - Three Months are requested to acquire and post the pump station signs.
II-8 - A cleaning program.is active, but three (3) months are requested to formalize the program.
ATTACH ADDITIONAL SHEETS AS NECESSARY
Applicant's Certification:
Note: 1 SA NCAC 2H .0206(b) requires an authorized individual to sign this application form. In the case of corporations,
signature is required by a principal executive nicer of at least the level of vice president, or his duly authorized
representative. In the case of a municipal, state, or other public entity, a signature is required by either a principal executive
officer, ranking elected official or other duly authorized employee. Duly authorized employee's must provide prop from the
principal executive officer or ranking elected offical that thhave been authorized to sign this application. Public Works
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Director's are not authorized to sign this permit application accordinz to the rule unless deleffated
I, Robert Frye, attest that this application for Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has been reviewed by me
-and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this application are not
completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package will be
returned to me as incomplete. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who
knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2
' misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature: Date: o S
**END OF FORM CSA 06/04**
FORM: CSA 06/04 Page 4

TOWN OF SAWMILLS
SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM
SPILL RESPONSE PLAN
Index
Communications, Assessment, and Response Procedures
Source Control and Containment Procedures .
Document and Reporting Procedures
Contact List for Key Spill Response Personnel
Contact List for Key Contractors and Vendors
Response Equipment and Supplies
Post Spill Report
prepared by Ronnie Coffey, Assistant Public Works Director
Page 1
pages 2-3
page 4
page 5
pages -6-7
pages 8-9
pages 10-12

Communications, Ass essments, and Response Procedures
This plan is to be implemented in the event of a spill or overflow of the sewer
collection system. The plan is designed to allow response by Key Personnel within
sixty (60) minutes of a reported spill.
Initial Response
Spill reported to or detected by Town of Sawmills personnel or Caldwell County
Sheriffs Department. If after normal working hours, Sheriffs Department will
contact Town personnel within 15 minutes after the spill is reported unless Utility
personnel are already available on site.
Sheriffs Department initiates contact from Key Personnel list within 15 minutes of
reported spill starting with the Utilities Manager and continuing down the list until
positive contact is made. Preliminary assessment given to responding personnel and
instruction given to Sheriffs Department as required.
Key personnel reach spill site and continue assessment and initiate containment
procedures or source control as required and outlined in the Containment and
Source Control Section of this plan.
Key personnel initiate remedial action to eliminate the cause of the blockage or
system failure as outlined in the Containment and Source Control Section of this
plan.
Post Spill Response
After the spill is contained, the Division of Water Quality must be contacted as soon
as possible but no later than 24 hours after initial detection IF: _e -
The spill has reached surface waters; or
The spill is greater than 1000 gallons.
Any spill that is greater than 1000 gallons or reaches any surface water must_ be
reported within 24 hours to DWQ.
Spills that are fully contained, removed quickly, and are less than 1000 gallons are
not required to be reported to DWQ. • A full spill report form, as enclosed in this
plan, must be filled out and kept,on file.

Source Control and Containment Procedures
1. Depending on the nature of the spill or overflow, the initial spill assessment
should indicate the priority of source control and containment.
2. If the source can be isolated through valves, plugs, or other methods the flow
should be immediately shut off or reduced as soon as possible. If pumps are
shut down, the electrical panels should be checked to ascertain if power has
been cut off at the breaker. If so, power should be restored to the pumps in
addition to the other flow control options.
3. Containment methods are to include the use of sand to build dikes or use -of
the backhoe to construct a containment pit in order to prevent' the spill from
reaching surface waters.
4. Once initial source control and containment measures have bee implemented,
the cause of the system failure should be ascertained.
5. In ascertaining the cause, several potential factors should be looked at in the
case of a pump station overflow:
Is the pump station receiving external power?
Are the pumps receiving power from the breaker box?
Is the pump straining to work or not responding at all?
Is the impeller jammed or blocked?
Is the motor burned up?
After these questions have been determined a proper response can be
formulated.
6. If the problem is electrical and cannot be rectified with in-house personnel,
initiate contact with electrical contractors listed on the Key Contractor and
Vendor List.
7. Should there be an area -wide power outage event, the Public Works
Department is equipped with emergency generators.
8. If the problem is mechanical, collect parts from Maintenance Shop and
initiate repair.
9. If parts are not in inventory, immediately contact and emergency order parts
from vendors listed on the Key Contractor and Vendor List.
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10. Return spill to the collection system by pumps, pump truck, or other means
if necessary.
11. Decontaminate affected area.
12. - Tape off or isolate area from public entry.

Documentation and Reporting Procedures
All spills must be'documented.. Spills greater than 1000 gallons or that have reached
any surface water must also be reported to the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality within twenty four (24) hours of
detection. This reporting should be done initially by telephone and followed up with
a mailed or faxed copy of the Spill Report. The contact person with DWQ is:
' Division of Water Quality
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
8 -6208
After 5:00 PM, weekends, and holidays, reportable spills should be reported to:
800-858-0368
A spill report form (enclosed) with this plan should be filled out as soon as the spill
is contained and the potential for further spills is eliminated. Three copies of the
completed report should be made and directed as follows:
1: Copy to the Town Administrator's office.
2. Copy to be filed at Town Hall.
3. Copy to be sent to DWQ if spill is greater than 1000 gallons or reaches
surface water. If this is unnecessary, the third copy should be discarded.
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CONTAt_. i. LIST FOR KEY SPILL RESPONSE PERSONNEL
Upon notification of a spill or overflow event immediately call or page the first individual
on the following list: Should you not make contact with the first individual, continue down
the list until a contact is made. Do not page an individual and wait for a response without
continuing down.the list immediately until a direct contact is made and the situation
has been communicated. Contact must be made and an assurance that one of these individuals
is in route before attempts to contact the next individual on the list is discontinued.
1. Arnold Arrowood, Public Works Director
Pager
Monday — Friday 8:00 — 5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
2. Ronnie Coffey, Assistant'Public Works Director
Pager
Monday — Friday 8:00 — 5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
3. Don Turnmire
Pager
Monday — Friday 8:00 — 5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
4. Dale Cannon
Pager
Monday — Friday 8:00 — 5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
5. Caldwell County Sheriff's Dept.
Pump Lift Stations:
4636 Bert Huf nan Drive, Hudson, NC
4430 Sawmills School Road, Granite Falls, NC
4850 May Field Dr., Granite Falls, NC
496-5295
396-7903 or 396-2300
728-3891
758-6705
396-7903 or 396-2300
728-5358 or 312-9263 or 499-4822
496-0286
396-7903 or 396-2300
396-2269 or 612-7130
758-3992
396-7903 or 396-2300
728-7957 or 493-2253
758-2324 or 911
All stations have telemetry, which first calls the Town Hall, next calls the Public Works
Director, the the Assistant Public Works Director, and then the Sheriff's Department.

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Contact List for Key Contractors and Vendors
This list contains key contractors that may be necessary in the event of Equipment
failure or other aspects or spill response.
Engineer
Chester West 433-5661
Hal Hughes 433-5661
Water/Sewer Contractors
Max Prestwood Water and Sewer 754-9315
F & S Contractors 433-5270
Sewer Pumping Trucks
Philip's Pumping and Cleaning 728-7553
728-9080
William's Septic Tank Service 728-7116
Roto-Rooter, Lenoir 758-3000
Roto-Rooter, Hickory 433-7766
322-2801
Electric Pumn and Motor Repair
High Country Electric Motor 877-241-6769
336-246-4500
Canipe & Lynn Electric Motor 322-9052
Sanders Electric Motor 754-0513
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Electrical Contractors
Herman Electric 758-7487
312-2544
Seagle's Electric 728-7420
312-6799
Graves Electric 396-3338
312-6548
St6ve Smart -Electric Co. 874-2875
Part and Eauinment Vendors
Hughes Supply
888-686-2660
Jim Hicks
828-324-9705 x 12
pager
828-345-7916
Ferguson Enterprises
800-768-7685
US Filter
800-829-5142
Specialized Emergency Response .
Caldwell County Emergency Management 757-1280
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Response Equipment
Sewer Equipment of America
Model 747-FR-2000 Rotator
Sewer Jet Cleaner
Public Works Shop
2-1/2" Trash Mud Pump
Public Works Shop
Kubota Portable Generator
Public Works Shop
Dump Truck
Public Works Shop
New Holland 555 Backhoe
'Public Works Shop
Case 360 Backhoe-Trencher
Public Works Shop
Confined Space Safety Rescue & Retrieval System
Public Works Shop
AIM Millennium Four Gas Monitor
Public Works Shop
Confined Space Blower Ventilation Equipment
Public Works Shop
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Works Shop
Pipe Saw
Public Works Shop
Hand Tools
Utility Truck
Generator
Bert Huffman Drive
Generator
Sawmills School Road
Response Supplies
01
Sand/Straw Public Works Shop
Sand Bags Public Works Shop
Hydrated Lime Public Works Shop
Line Plugs (4", 6", 875
, 1211,15") Public Works Shop
No Hub Bands (4", 6", 893,12", 1519) Public Works Shop
4" Sewer Pipe Public Works Shop
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b" Sewer Pipe Public Works Shop
8" Sewer Pipe Public Works Shop
12" Sewer Pipe Public Works Shop
15" Sewer Pipe Public Works Shop
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Permitee
Sewage Spill Response Evaluation:
Permit Number
County
Incident Started (Date/Time): /
Incident Ended (Date/Time): /
[If spill is ongoing, please notify Regional Office on a daily basis until spill can be stopped]
Source of spill/bypass (check one): Sanitary Sewer Pump Station WWTP
Level of treatment (check one): None Primal Treatment
Secondary Treatment Chlorination Only
Estimated volume of spill/bypass (check one): 0-500 gal. 501-1,000 gal
1,001-2,000 gal. >2,000 gal. — estimate volume in nearest 1,000 gallon increments_
Name of surface water
Did spill/bypass result in a fish kill Yes No
If Yes, what is the estimated number of fish killed?
Please provide the following information:
1. Location of spill/bypass:
2. Cause of spill/bypass:
3. Did you have personnel available to perform initial assessment 24 hours/day (including
weekends and holidays)?
Yes No
4. How long did it take to make an initial assessment of the spill/overflow after first
knowledge? Minutes
How long did it take to get a repair crew onsite? Minutes
10

Please explain the time taken to make initial assessment:
5. Action taken to contain spill, clean up waste, and/or remediate the site:
6. Were the equipment and/or parts needed to make repairs readily available? Yes No
If no, please explain why:
7. If the spill/overflow occurred at a pump station or was the result of a pump station failure,
was the alarm system functional at the time of the spill? Yes No. If the alarm
system did not function, please explain why:
8. Repairs made are: Permanent Temporary
Please describe what repairs were made. If the repairs are temporary, please indicate by
what date a permanent repair will be completed and notify the Regional Office within 7
days of the permanent repair:
9. Comments:
Other agencies notified:
Person reporting spill/bypass:
Signature:
Phone Number:
Date:
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For DWQ Use Only:
Oral report taken by:
Report taken on (Date): Time:
DWQ requested additional written report? Yes No
If yes, what additional information is needed?
Asheville Regional Office
NCDENR — DWQ Section Phone: 828-25• - 08 Fax: 828, -6452
After hours, weekends, or holid-a�s, call 1-800-858-0368
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ATTACHMENT — PUMP STATION INFORMATION
(Item III(10))
Name
Bert Huffman Avenue
Sawmills School
Mayfield Place
Location
Bert Huffman Avenue
Sawmills School
Mayfield Place
Alarm Type
audible/visual/autodialer
audible/visual/autodialer
audible/visuaUautodialer
Restricted
Access
fencing w/locked gates
fencing w/locked gates
fencing w/locked gates
Pump
two equal size pumps;
two equal size pumps;
two equal size pumps;.
Reliability
each can pump > 2.5
each can pump > 2.5
each can pump > 2.5
times ADF
times ADF
times ADF
Reliability
two permanent pumps
two permanent pumps
two permanent pumps
Source
installed
installed
installed
Signage Present 1
will be 6/l/OS
will be 6/1/0
will be 6/1/05
Spare Pumps on
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TOWN. OF SAWMILLS WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM
ATTACHMENT A FOR CONDITION V(4)
HIGH PRIORITY LINES
(see system map for locations)
Little Gunpowder Creek 15" Outfall
#1
Aerial Creek Crossing
#2
Aerial Creek Crossing
#3
'Wet Area
#4
Wet Area
#5
Aerial Creek Crossing
#6
Aerial Creek Crossing
#7.
Aerial Creek Crossing
#8
8" Aerial Creek Crossing
Sawmills School Pump Station
#9 . 8" Creek Crossing with No Cover

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
June 30, 2005
Robert Frye, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, NC 28630
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
J U L - 5 2005
WATER QUALITY SECTION
Subject: Permit No. WQCS00318
Town of Sawmills
Sawmills Collection System
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Frye:
In accordance with your application received on March 1, 2005, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQCS00318, dated June 30, 2005, to Town of Sawmills for the operation and maintenance of the
subject wastewater collection system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until May 31, 2010. This permit shall be subject to
the conditions and limitations specified herein. It is your responsibility to thoroughly review this permit.
Please pay particular attention to the monitoring and reporting requirements in this permit and any
compliance schedules shown in bold.
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. The collection system is considered all gravity lines, pump stations,
force mains, low pressure sewer systems, STEP systems, vacuum systems, etc. and associated piping,
valves and appurtenances that help to collect, manage and transport wastewater to a wastewater
treatment plant under the Permittee's ownership or maintained and operated by the Permittee through
a perpetual legal agreement. Satellite systems are systems tributary to the Permittee's collection system
but those collection systems are not owned or maintained by the Permittee. The system description
provided on Page 1 of this permit is meant to provide a general idea about the size of the system and
may not be all inclusive of the collection system at the time of permit issuance or afterward.
A release of wastewater from the wastewater collection system is referred to herein as a Sanitary Sewer
Overflow (SSO). The evaluation of enforcement options after a SSO will be determined considering the
criteria listed in condition 1(2) (a) and 1(2) (b) of the permit and all other relevant information available or
requested of the Permittee. Compliance with all conditions of the permit as well as all statutes and
regulations pertaining to the collection system must be maintained or appropriate enforcement actions
may be taken as noted in Condition VI(2).
A reportable SSO is a SSO greater than 1,000 gallons to the ground or a SSO of any amount that reaches
surface water (including through ditches, storm drains, etc.) Below is the procedure to use for reporting
SSOS to the Division:
1. Report by telephone to a Division of Water Quality staff member (not facsimile or voicemail) at
your regional DWQ office during regular business hours (Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM) as soon
as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours after the SSO is known or discovered. To report
outside of regular business hours, call [phone].
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June 30, 2005
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2. Follow up the verbal report by sending a completed written report on the most current Division
approved form within five days.
To provide a uniform method for all systems covered under this permit and to provide useful and
consistent information pertaining to SSOs, a new spill reporting form has been developed (October
2003). Form CS-SSO consists of two parts. Part I serves to provide to the Division the required information
that has always been necessary. Part II serves as an area to provide a justification for the spill, as
optional under Condition 1(2) of your permit. Form CS-SSO can be downloaded from
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndceu/ from the Collection Systems area.
An NOV, civil penalty, and/or a moratorium on the addition of waste to the system may be issued if
adequate justification for an SSO is NOT submitted to the regional office. In order to submit a claim for
justification of an SSO, you must use the Form CS-SSO with additional documentation as necessary.
DWQ staff will review the justification claim and determine if enforcement action is appropriate. Please
be advised that the information needed to justify a spill is very comprehensive. Begin using this form
immediately to report SSOs from the collection system. Continue to use our old form for reporting
bypasses at the wastewater treatment plant until further notice. The time frame for submittal of both
Part I and Part II, if pertinent, is five days.
Failure to abide by the conditions in this permit may subject the Permittee to enforcement action. If any
parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right to
request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty days following the receipt of this
permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you have questions regarding compliance contact your regional office or Jeff Poupart of the
Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit of the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality at [phone] extension 527. If you need additional information concerning this permit,
please contact Daryl Merritt in the Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit at
[phone] extension 554.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Caldwell County Health Department
Ronnie Coffey, Town of Sawmills
,As]ie`villeRegRonal--O,ffice _Sur_face-Water-Protection S�ecfiion
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
Water Quality Central Files
PERCS Files
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
SYSTEM -WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Town of Sawmills
Caldwell County
FOR THE
operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system consisting of, at the time of permit
issuance, approximately 9.67 miles of gravity sewer, approximately 2.84 miles of force main, 3 duplex
pump stations, and all associated piping, valves, and appurtenances required to make a complete
and operational wastewater collection system to serve the Town of Sawmills and any deemed
permitted satellite communities, pursuant to the application received on March 1, 2005, and in
conformity with the documents referenced therein and other supporting data subsequently filed and
approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this
permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until Date (renewal date- no more than 5 years
from permit issuance) and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
I. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Lenoir Gun
Powder Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility (NC0023736) prior to being disposed into the
receiving stream. This collection system permit will be referenced upon renewal or modification
of your NPDES permit(s).
PERMIT NUMBER WQCS00318

2. The wastewater collection system shall be effectively managed, maintained and operated at all
times so that there is no SSO to land or surface waters, nor any contamination of groundwater. In
the event that the wastewater collection system fails to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective actions, including
actions that may be required by the Division of Water Quality (Division), such as the construction
of additional or replacement sewer lines and/or equipment.
The Director may take enforcement action against the Permittee for SSOs that must be reported
to the Division as stipulated in Condition IV(2). This includes SSOs that were caused by severe
natural conditions or exceptional events unless the Permittee demonstrates through properly
signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant evidence that:
a) The SSO was caused by severe natural conditions; there were no feasible alternatives to
the SSO, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities, retention of untreated
wastewater, reduction of inflow and infiltration, use of adequate back-up equipment, or
an increase in the capacity of the system. This provision is not satisfied if, in the exercise
of reasonable engineering judgment, the Permittee should have installed auxiliary or
additional collection system components, wastewater retention or treatment facilities,
adequate back-up equipment or should have reduced inflow and infiltration; or
b) the SSO was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the
reasonable control of the Permittee; the SSO could not have been prevented by the
exercise of reasonable control, such as proper management, operation and
maintenance; adequate treatment facilities or collection system facilities or components
(e.g., adequately enlarging treatment or collection facilities to accommodate growth or
adequately controlling and preventing infiltration and inflow); preventive maintenance;
or installation of adequate back-up equipment;
The Permittee can submit a claim to the Division Regional Office that the SSO meets the criteria
of this condition. The Permittee has the option of submitting this claim along with the spill report
required by Condition IV(2) (i.e., within five days) in order to be considered for immunity from
enforcement action. Form CS-SSO Part II, or most current Division approved form, shall be used
for any claims. The Permittee has the burden of proof that the above criteria have been met.
3. The Permittee shall establish by ordinance its legal authority to require new sewers be properly
constructed; to ensure proper inspection and testing of sewer mains and service laterals; to
address flows from satellite systems and to take enforcement action as required by Condition
1(4).
The Permitte shall develop and adopt an ordinance meeting this permit condition within 12
months of permit issuance. A copy of the adopted ordinance shall be provided to the Asheville
Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section to show compliance with this condition.
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement an educational fats, oils and grease program
targeted at both residential and non-residential users. The Permittee shall also develop and
implement an enforceable fats, oils and grease program for non-residential users under which
the Permittee can take enforcement against users who have not properly installed, operated
and maintained grease traps or grease interceptors as directed or otherwise violated the terms
of the local ordinance pertaining to fats, oils and grease.
The Permittee shall develop and implement an inspection and enforcement program for fats, oils
and grease within 12 months of permit issuance. A copy of the program materials shall be
provided to the Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section to show compliance
with this condition. This schedule does not include the educational component of the program.
Educational materials shall be distributed at least annually, with increasing frequency and
targeted areas as grease related blockages are noted.
5. The Permittee shall adopt and implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to designate
funding for reinvestment into the wastewater collection system infrastructure. The CIP should
address the short-term needs and long-term "master plan" concepts. The CIP should typically
cover a three to five year period and include a goal statement, description of the project area,
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description of the existing facilities, known deficiencies (over a reasonable period) and
forecasted future needs. Cost analysis is integral to the CIP.
The Permittee shall develop and present a Capital Improvement Plan meeting this permit
condition for adoption within 12 months of a permit issuance. A copy of the Capital
Improvement Plan shall be provided to the Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection
Section to show compliance with this condition.
6. Existing overflow piping from manholes and pump stations, excluding piping to approved
equalization structures, known or discovered after permit issuance shall be immediately
removed or permanently capped. Plugged emergency pumping connections are allowable for
portable pumping or rerouting without intentionally bypassing the wastewater treatment facility.
7. The Permittee shall maintain a contingency plan for pump failure at each pump station. If one
of the pumps in a pump station containing multiple pumps fails, the process of repairing or
replacing the pump shall be initiated immediately and the new parts or pump shall be installed
as soon as possible. If the pump in a simplex pump station fails, it shall be replaced immediately.
8. Each pump station shall be clearly and conspicuously posted with a pump station identifier and
an emergency contact telephone number at which an individual who can initiate or perform
emergency service for the wastewater collection system 24 hours per day, seven days per week
can be contacted. This emergency contact telephone number shall be coupled with
instructions that the emergency contact should be called if the visual alarm illuminates, if the
audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency is apparent.
The Permittee shall a post signage on all pump stations meeting this permit condition within 3
months of permit issuance. The Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section shall
be notified upon compliance with this condition.
9. Pump station sites, equipment and components shall have restricted access, per 15A NCAC 2H
.0219(h)(7).
10. Pump stations that do not employ an automatic polling feature (i.e. routine contact with pump
stations from a central location to check operational status of the communication system) shall
have both audible and visual high water alarms. The alarms shall be weather-proof and placed
in a clear and conspicuous location. Permits issued for the construction of pump stations that
included high water alarms in the description must maintain the alarms even if simple telemetry
(i.e. notification of an alarm condition initiated by the pump station control feature) is installed.
11. For all newly constructed, modified and rehabilitated pump stations, all equipment and
components located within the pump station shall be corrosion -resistant and components in
close proximity of the pump station shall be sealed within a corrosion -resistant coating or
encasement.
12. All construction and rehabilitation of the wastewater collection system (i.e., permitted or
deemed permitted) shall be scheduled to minimize the interruption of service by the existing
utilities. Construction and rehabilitation shall not result in the violation of Condition (1) (2) of this
permit.
11. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. Upon classification of the collection system by the Water Pollution Control System Operators
Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and employ a certified
operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) and one or more certified operator(s) to be back-up
ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0201. The ORC shall visit the system
within 24 hours of knowledge of a bypass, spill, or overflow of wastewater from the system, unless
visited by the Back -Up ORC, and shall comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
2. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for reviewing all inspection,
maintenance, operational and complaint logs. If the review process results in the identification
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of any recurring problem in the wastewater collection system, that can not be resolved in a short
time period, the Permittee shall establish a plan for addressing the problem(s).
3. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for testing emergency and standby
equipment.
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement a routine pump station inspection and maintenance
program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following maintenance activities:
a. Cleaning and removing debris from the pump station structure, outside perimeter, and
wet well;
b. Inspecting and exercising all valves;
c. Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other mechanical equipment according to the
manufacturer's recommendations; and
d. Verifying the proper operation of the alarms, telemetry system and auxiliary equipment.
5. For each pump station without pump reliability (i.e. simplex pump stations serving more than a
single building or pump stations not capable of pumping at a rate of 2.5 times the average daily
flow rate with the largest pump out of service), at least one fully operational spare pump
capable of pumping peak flow shall be maintained on hand.
6. The Permittee shall maintain on hand at least two percent of the number of pumps installed, but
no less than two pumps, that discharge to a pressure sewer and serve a single building, unless
the Permittee has the ability to purchase and install a replacement pump within 24 hours of first
knowledge of the simplex pump failure or within the storage capacity provided in any sewer line
extension permit.
7. Rights -of -way and/or easements shall be properly maintained to allow accessibility to the
wastewater collection system unless the Permittee can demonstrate the ability to gain
temporary access in an emergency situation where existing land -use conditions do not allow the
establishment and maintenance of permanent access. In this case, the Permittee shall continue
to observe the lines visually, utilize remote inspection methods (e.g. CCTV) and use the
opportunity of drier conditions to perform further inspections and necessary maintenance.
8. The Permittee shall assess cleaning needs, and develop and implement a program for
appropriately cleaning, whether by hydraulic or mechanical methods, all sewer lines. At least 10
percent of the wastewater collection system, selected at the discretion of the ORC, shall be
cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for sewer lines less than five years old
unless inspection otherwise reveals the need for cleaning or cleaning is required by a sewer line
extension permit.
9. Adequate measures shall be taken to contain and properly dispose of materials associated with
SSOs. The Permittee shall maintain a Response Action Plan that addresses the following
minimum items:
a. Contact phone numbers for 24-hour response, including weekends and holidays;
b. Response time;
c. Equipment list and spare parts inventory;
d. Access to cleaning equipment;
e. Access to construction crews, contractors and/or engineers;
f. Source(s) of emergency funds;
g. Site sanitation and clean up materials; and
h. Post-SSO assessment.
10. The Permittee, or their authorized representative, shall conduct an on -site evaluation for all SSOs
as soon as possible, but no more than two hours after first knowledge of the SSO.
11. In the event of a SSO or blockage within the wastewater collection system, the Permittee shall
restore the system operation, remove visible solids and paper, sanitize any ground area and
restore the surroundings.
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III. RECORDS
1. Records shall be maintained to document compliance with Conditions 1(4), 11(2)-11(4), 11(7)-11(8),
IV(3) and V(1) -V(4). Records shall be kept on file for a minimum of three years.
2. The Permittee shall maintain adequate records pertaining to SSOs, and complaints for a
minimum of three years. These records shall include, but are not limited to, the following
information:
a. Date of SSO or complaint;
b. Volume of wastewater released as a result of the SSO and/or nature of complaint;
c. Location of the SSO and/or complaint;
d. Estimated duration of the SSO;
e. Individual from the Division who was informed about the SSO and/or complaint, when
applicable;
f. Final destination of the SSO;
g. Corrective actions;
h. Known environmental/human health impacts resulting from the SSO; and
i. How the SSO was discovered.
3. The Permittee shall maintain an up-to-date, accurate, comprehensive map of its wastewater
collection system that also notes the locations where other wastewater collection systems
become tributary. If a comprehensive map of the collection system has not been established, a
rough sketch shall be drawn. The Permittee shall map approximately 10 percent of its existing
collection system each year for the next ten years, or until complete, whichever is sooner. The
comprehensive map shall include, but is not limited to: pipe size, pipe material, pipe location,
flow direction, approximate pipe age, number of active service taps, and each pump station
identification, location and capacity.
4. The Permittee shall maintain records of all of the modifications and extensions to the collection
system permitted herein. The Permittee shall maintain a copy of the construction record
drawings and specifications for modifications/extensions to the wastewater collection system for
the life of the modification/extension. Information concerning the extension shall be
incorporated into the map of the wastewater collection system within one year of the
completion of construction. The system description contained within this permit shall be updated
to include this modification/extension information upon permit renewal.
IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including, but not necessarily limited to, wastewater flow, groundwater, surface
water, soil or plant tissue analyses) deemed necessary by the Division to ensure surface water
and groundwater protection will be established, and an acceptable sampling and reporting
schedule shall be followed.
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2. The Permittee shall verbally report to a Division of Water Quality staff member at the'Asheville
Regional Office, at telephone number [phone] as soon as possible, but in no case more
than 24 hours following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the
following:
a. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
b. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water.
Voice mail messages or faxed information shall not be considered as the initial verbal report.
SSOs (and other types of spills) occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to
the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number [phone] or [phone].
Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of
Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure
that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current
Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control.
3. The Permittee shall meet the annual reporting and notification requirements provided in North
Carolina General Statute § 143-215.1 C.
V. INSPECTIONS
1. The Permittee or the Permittee's designee shall inspect the wastewater collection system
regularly to reduce the risk of malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and other issues
that may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, threaten human health or
create nuisance conditions. The Permittee shall keep an inspection log or summary including, at
a minimum, the date and time of inspection, observations made, and any maintenance,
repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee.
2. Pump stations without Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems or telemetry
shall be inspected everyday (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations equipped with SCADA
systems or telemetry shall be inspected at least once per week.
3. A general observation of the entire collection system shall be performed throughout the course
of every year.
4. Inspections of all high priority lines (i.e. aerial line, sub -waterway crossing, line contacting surface
waters, siphon, line positioned parallel to stream banks that are subject to eroding in such a
manner that may threaten the sewer line, or line designated as high -priority in a permit) shall be
performed at least once per every six month period of time. A list of high -priority lines is
presented as Attachment A and is hereby incorporated into this permit condition. New high
priority lines installed or identified after permit issuance are incorporated by reference and
subject to this permit condition until permit renewal where they shall be referenced in writing in
Attachment A.
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit is not transferable. In the event that the Permittee desires to transfer ownership of the
wastewater collection system or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit
modification request shall be submitted to the Division. The request shall be accompanied by
documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be
appropriate. Such request will be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
2. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General
Statute § 143-215.6A through § 143-215.6C, and a sewer moratorium may be established.
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3. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that maybe imposed by other government agencies
(i.e., local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river
buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A
NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCGO10000, and any requirements
pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500and all applicable
North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Act health and safety standards.
4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Division from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules,
and regulations contained in 15A NCAC 2H .0200 and North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1
et. al., or as needed to address changes in federal regulations with respect to the wastewater
collection system.
5. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within thirty (30) days after being billed by the Division.
Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit
as specified by 15A NCAC 2H .0205(c)(4).
6. The Permittee shall request renewal of this permit at least six months prior to the expiration of this
permit. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
wastewater collection system described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for a
period of time and under such conditions and limitations, as the Commission may deem
appropriate.
7. The Permittee shall notify the Division's Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection
Systems Unit in writing at 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 of any
changes to the name and/or address of the responsible party (i.e. mayor, city/town manager)
of the wastewater collection system.
8. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon presentation
of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or related to the collection
system at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining compliance with this permit, may
inspect or copy any records that must be maintained under the terms and conditions of this
permit, and may obtain samples of wastewater, groundwater, surface water, soil, or plant tissue.
9. This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between Town of Sawmills and the City
of Lenoir Gun Powder Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility for the collection and final treatment
of wastewater is in full force and effect.
Permit issued this the 30th day of June, 2005
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
%Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
r Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQCS00318
7 PERMIT NUMBER WQCS00318

Attachment A
Little Gun Powder Creek
#1 Aerial Creek Crossing
#2 Aerial Creek Crossing
#3 Wet Area
#4 Wet Area
#5 Aerial Creek Crossing
#6 Aerial Creek Crossing
#7 Aerial Creek Crossing
#8 8" Aerial Creek Crossing
Sawmills School Pump Staion
#9 8" Creek Crossing with no cover

- SAWMILLS NOTES -
June 2005
Town Council Completes Work on FY 2005-06 Budget
Property Tax Rate
The fiscal year 2005-2006 budget includes a five cent increase in the Town's ad valorem
property tax rate. This will increase the property tax rate from its current ten cents per
one hundred dollars of property valuation to fifteen cents per one hundred dollars of
property valuation.
The decision to seek a tax increase during a property tax revaluation year was a
particularly difficult decision for Council to make. Every attempt was made to keep the
tax rate "revenue neutral." However, an adjustment in the tax rate from its current ten
cent rate to a nine cent rate to reflect the revenue neutral option simply proved unfeasible
at this time.
It is important to note, that even with the proposed five cent increase, the Town of
Sawmills property tax remains the lowest within Caldwell County. Perhaps more
importantly, it should be noted that the proposed increase will be the first such increase in
the tax rate since the Town of Sawmill's incorporation in 1988.
Water and Sewer Rates
In regards to the Utility Fund, no rate increases are contemplated. Minimum usage rates
for water will remain at the current $12.00 for the first 2,000 gallons with each additional
1,000 gallons of usage remaining at $4.00.
Minimum usage rates for sewer will remain at $14.00 for the first 2,000 gallons. The
charge for each additional 1,000 gallons of usage will remain at $4.00.
Other Fees
As to other fees levied by the Town, the sanitation fee of $24.00 per year per household
is proposed to remain as is with no increase.
Public Bearing
A Public Hearing on the proposed FY 2005-06 Budget is scheduled for June 21sc at 6:00
p.m. in the Town Council Chamber.

FY 05-06 Budget Summary
General Fund Expenditures
Governing Body
Administration
Public Works
Streets and Highways (Powell Bill)
Sanitation
Parks and Recreation
Community Development
Interlocal Transfer
Utility Fund Expenditures
Water Fund
Sewer Fund
Total Budget
New Trash Containers Distributed
$17,796.00
$289,116.00
$154,100.00
$270,410.00
$257,708.00
$111,240.00
$16,000.00
$150,000.00
Total $1,266,370.00
$522,111.00
$146,039.00
-Total'
$1,934,520.00
As part of the Town's ongoing plans to increase the efficiency of services as well as
alleviate a problem with animals getting into in trash cans, the Town has begun
distribution of trash cans to those parts of the Town which did not receive them last fall.
To receive a trash can and have weekly trash pickup you must pay the monthly sanitation
fee.
This will be the only trash container that the Town will pick up. Trash not in this
container, trash sitting on top of this container, or trash sitting on the ground next to the
container will not be picked up. If you feel that you may need more than the one
container; contact Town offices and we will arrange for you to purchase additional
containers.
Cost of an additional container is $46.00 and they will be available for purchase as of the
first week of June 2005.

PPV
Town of Sawmills
Utility Policies
Utility Bill Payment Policy:
1. Utility bills are mailed on the last day of the month. Residents should receive their bill within the first
five days of the new month. In the event that a customer does not receive a bill, it is the responsibility
of the customer to ensure that the bill is paid on time. Failure to receive a bill is not an excuse for
non-payment of bill
2. A Utility bill will become delinquent if it is not paid on or before the 15`s day of the month. A ten -
percent (10%) penalty will be added to all accounts that have not been paid on or before the 15t`. Bills
that are mailed into the office must be postmarked by the 15t' of the month in order to avoid the
penalty. In the event that the IP falls on a weekend or holiday, customers shall have until S.00
p.m. on the next working day to make payment without penalty.
3. An account will be subject to disconnection if it is not paid on or before the 2P day of the month. In
the event that the 25`h falls on a weekend or holiday, customers shall have until S.00 p.m. on the
next working day to make payment without penalty.
4. In the event that a customer needs a payment extension, the customer must call Town Hall before the
25`h to arrange a time in which the utility bill can be paid. This action will avoid having the service
disconnected. An extension will be granted only once per year per each account.
5. Any check returned from the bank will be charged a $30.00 NSF fee. In order to avoid service
disconnection, the customer must pay the NSF and the bill in cash before the beginning of the next
working day or service --will be disconnected and -a reconnection fee will be added to the bill.
Reconnection Fees:
Reconnection fee structure is as follows:
First Reconnect $25.00
Second Reconnect $25.00
Third Reconnect $50.00
Fourth Reconnect $50.00
Fifth Reconnect $75.00
Sixth Reconnect $75.00
Seventh and Subsequent Reconnect $100.00
Note: Reconnection charges will be applied to all delinquent accounts without exception after 9:00 a.m.
on the 26`* of each month
Deposit Policy:
1. A $50.00 water deposit and a $50.00 sewer deposit are required for the establishment of service.
2. Deposits are non -transferable between individuals.
3. Deposits do not transfer between different addresses. If a customer moves to a new location, the
customer must first close out their existing account (for which they will receive a deposit refund less
the amount of their final bill) and put up a new $50.00 deposit before service will be established at the
new location.
4. Owners who rent out property will not be charged a deposit. However, they are responsible for usage
between renters. The Town of Sawmills will not leave service connected after a renter has departed
unless the service is placed (or was already) in the name of the owner.

Miscellaneous
1. The Town of Sawmills reserves the right to charge a customer for any damages that occur to the water
or sewer system as a result of actions or negligence of the customer. This would pertain damaged
meters, setters, locks or any other part of the municipal water and sewer system.
2.. In the event of non-payment, the Town of Sawmills reserves the right to place a lock on the meter to
prevent usage. in the event that the customer damages the lock, a $10.00 lock replacement fee will be
assessed the customer. This fee must be paid (along with all other fees) before service will be
reconnected.
3. The Town of Sawmills does not send out second notices. As a courtesy, the Town will attempt to
contact delinquent account holders by phone prior to the 26`s of the month. The Town will try twice to
make contact. Failure to receive a call from the Town is not an excuse for non-payment of bill.
Work Order Policies
Brush Pick Up
1. Due to the volume of requests, work orders for brush pickup are handled in the order that they are
received. When possible, brush pickup will take place within three (3) working days of receipt of the
work order. If not possible to attend to within three (3) days, brush will be collected as soon as
possible.
2. Brush will only be collected if it is left on the curb.
3. No brush from commercial tree trimming companies will be accepted
4. Limbs should be no larger than four (4) inches in diameter and the entire brush pile should be no
longer than five (5) foot wide by five (5) foot tall by twelve (12) long. Tree trunks, logs, and stumps
will not be collected and must be separated out from the brush to be collected
5. Excessively large piles of brush may be subject to a $75.00 brush handling and disposal fee.
White Goods Pickup
1. Work orders for white goods pickup are handled on Friday of each week. In order have white goods
collected on Friday, the customer must place a work order by 5:00 p.m. Thursday.
2. K%Ite goods will only be collected if they are left on the curb
Dead Animal Pickup
1. When possible, dead animal pickup will take place on the same working day as the receipt of the work
order. If not possible to attend to that day, the pickup will be carried out the next working day
2. Animals will only be collected if left on the curb.
3. Only pets and wildlife will be collected. No commercial animals such as hogs, or cattle will be
collected

PPV
Town of Sawmills
2004 Water Quality Report
Water System ID# 01-14-040
Developed April 2005
We're pleased to present to you our 2004 annual Water Quality Report. This report is designed to
inform you about the quality of water and services we deliver to you every, day. Our goal is to provide you
with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water. We want you to understand the efforts we make to
continually improve the. water treatment process and protect our water resources.
We are a purchase water system. Our water is purchased from the City of Lenoir. The water is
drawn from Lake Rhodhiss and is treated at the City of Lenoir Water Plant.
The Town of.Sawmills routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water. We are
pleased to report that for the calendar year of 2004, our community system had no violations. We are
proud that the drinking water delivered to your homes complied with all State and Federal requirements.
The following constituents were detected in our drinking water as analyzed between January 1st and
December 31" of 2004, and the last test results that were not due to be tested in 2004. The EPA has
determined that your water is SAFE at these levels.
TOWN OF SAWMILLS
TEST RESULTS
Lead and Conner Contaminants
Contaminant
Sample
Your
# of sites
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
(units)
Date
Water
found
above
the AL
Copper (ppm)
9-2002
0.310
0
1.3
AL=1.3
Corrosion of household plumbing systems; erosion of natural
(90 ercentile)
deposits; leaching from wood preservatives
Lead (ppb)
9-2002
<3.0
0
0
AL=15
Corrosion of household plumbing systems, erosion of natural
(90`hpercentile)
I
I
I
deposits
Disinfection By -Product Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
MCL/MRDL
Your
Range
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
Violation
Water
Low -High
Y/N
(AVG)
TTHM (ppb)
N
31.5
16.0 — 59.0
N/A
80
By-product of drinking water chlorination
(Total Trihalomethanes)
HAA5 (ppb)
N
24.8
15.0 — 40.0
N/A
60
By-product of drinking water chlorination
(Total Haloacetic Acids)
Source Water Assessment Program (SWAP) Results
The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Public Water Supply (PWS) Section, Source
Water Assessment Program (SWAP) conducted assessments for all drinking water sources across North Carolina. The.purpose
of the assessments was to determine the susceptibility of each drinking water source (well or surface water intake) to Potential
Contaminant Sources (PCSs). The results of the assessment are available in SWAP Assessment Reports that include maps,
background information and a relative susceptibility rating of Higher, Moderate or Lower.
The relative susceptibility rating of each source for City of Lenoir was determined by combining the contaminant rating
(number and location of PCSs within the assessment area) and the inherent vulnerability rating (i.e., characteristics or existing
conditions of the well or watershed and its delineated assessment area.). The assessment findings are summarized in the table
below:

Susceptibility. of Sources to Potential Contaminant Sources (PCSs) .
Source Name Susceptibility Rating
Lake Rhodhiss Higher
The complete SWAP Assessment report for City of Lenoir may be viewed on the Web at:
http://www.deh.enr.state.nc.us/pws/swap Please note that because SWAP results and reports are periodically updated by the
PWS Section, the results available on this web site may differ from the results that were available at the time this CCR was
prepared. To obtain a printed copy of this report, please mail a written request to: Source Water Assessment Program — Report
Request, 1634 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1634, or email request to [e-mail]. Please indicate your
system name, PWSID, and provide your name, mailing address and phone number. If you have any questions about the SWAP
report please contact the Source Water Assessment staff by phone at 919-715-2633.
It is important to understand that a susceptibility rating of "higher" does not imply poor water quality, only the systems'
potential to become contaminated by PCS's in the assessment area
WATER PURCHASED FROM CITY OF LENOIR
TEST RESULTS
Microbioloeical Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
MCL
Violation
Y/N
Your
Water
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
Total Coliform Bacteria
N
A
0
One monthly positive
Naturally present in the environment
(presence or absence)
Fecal Coliform or E.coli
N
A
0
a routine sample and repeat
Human and animal fecal waste
(presence or absence)
sample are total coliform
positive, and one is also
fecal Coliform or E.co1i
positive
Turbidity -Systems with population >10,000
Contaminant (units)
MCL
Your
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
Violation
Water
Y/N
Turbidity (NTU)
N
.20
N/A
TT = 1 NTU
Soil runoff
100%
TT = percentage of samples < 0.3 NTU
*Turbidity is a measure of the cloudiness of the water. We monitor it because it is a good indicator of the effectiveness of our filtration
system. The turbidity rule requires that 95% or more of the monthly samples must be below 0.3 NTU.
Inorganic Contaminants
Contaminant
Sample
MCL
Your
Range
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
(units)
Date
Violation
Water
Y/N
Low High
Fluoride (ppm)
4/2004
N
.75
.75 1.03
4
4
Erosion of natural deposits; water
additive which promotes strong teeth;
discharge from fertilizer and aluminum
factories
Unregulated Inorganic Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
Sample
Date
Your
Water
Range
Low High
Pg500
Sulfate ( m)
4/28/2004
13
N/A
Unregulated VOC Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
Sample
Date
Your
Water
Range
Low High
Chloroform b)
Quarterly
19.1
ND 29.8
Bromodichloromethane
( b)
Quarterly
3.8
ND 6.7
Chlorodibromomethane b)
Quarterly
.5
ND 1.8
2

Lead and Conner Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
Sample
Your
# of sites
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
Date
Water
found above
the AL
Copper (ppm)
9/21/2004
.187
0
1.3
AL=1.3
Corrosion of household plumbing
(901h percentile)
systems; erosion of natural deposits;
leaching from wood preservatives
Lead (ppb)
9/21/2004
ND
1
0
AL=15
Corrosion of household plumbing
(90`h ercentile)
systems, erosion of natural deposits
Our water system used ACC Alt. 2 as the method used to comply with D/DBP treatment technique requirements.
Note: Depending on the TOC in your source water the system MUST have a certain % removal of TOC or must achieve alternative
compliance criteria. If we do not achieve that % removal there is an "alternative % removal'. If we fail to meet that, we are in violation of a
Treatment Technique.
Disinfection By -Product Precursors Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
Sample
MCL/TT
Your
Range
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
Date
Violation
Water
Y/N
Low
High
Total Organic Carbon
Quarterly
N
1.62 .
1.13 1.96
N/A
TT
Naturally present in the
(ppm) (TOCs)-RAW
I
I
I
environment
Total Organic Carbon
Quarterly
N
.8
.50 .91
N/A
TT
Naturally present in the
(ppm) (TOCs)-
environment
TREATED
Alternative Compliance Criteria (ACC)
Alt. 1
Source Water TOC <.2.0 mg/L
Alt. 2
Treated Water TOC < 2.0 mg/L
Alt. 3
Source Water SUVA <_ 2.0 L/mg-m
Alt. 4
Treated Water SUVA <_ 2.0 L/mg-m
Alt. 5
Treated Water Alkalinity < 60 mg/L
for softening systems only)
Alt. 6
THM & HAA RAA's < '/2 MCL &
uses only chlorine
Alt. 7
Source TOC RAA < 4.0 mg/L and
Source Alkalinity> 60 mg/L and
THM & HAA RAAs <_ 1/2 MCL
Disinfection By -Product Contaminants
STEP 1 TOC Removal Requirements
Source Water
Source Water Alkalinity
TOC (mg/L)
Mg/L as CaCO3 (in percentages)
0-60 >60 -120 >120
>2.0 - 4.0
35.0 25.0 15.0
>4.0 - 8.0
45.0 35.0 25.0
>8.0
50.0 40.0 30.0
Contaminant (units)
MCL/MRDL
Your
Range
MCLG
MCL
Likely Source of Contamination
Violation
Water
Low High
Y/N
AVG
TTHM (ppb)
N
23.4
ND 36.5
N/A
80 or
By-product of drinking water
(Total
100
chlorination
Trihalomethanes
HAA5 (ppb)
N
27.1
ND 44.9
N/A
60
By-product of drinking water
(Total Haloacetic
disinfection
Acids)
Chlorine (ppm)
N
.8
.2 1.5
MRDLG
MRDL
Water additive used to control
= 4
= 4
microbes
Secondary Contaminants, required by the NC Public Water Supply Section, are substances that affect the taste, odor, and/or color or
drinking water. The aesthetic contaminants normally do not have any health effects and normally do not affect the safety of your
water.
Water Characteristics Contaminants
Contaminant (units)
Sample
Date
Your
Water
Range
Low/High
Secondary
MCL
Iron (ppm)
Weekly
.006
N/A
0.3
Manganese m)
Weekly
.002
N/A
0.05
Sodium (ppm)
4/28/04
10.7
N/A
N/A
H
Hourly
7.0
N/A
6.5 to 8.5

Kev to Unit Abbreviations
Mg/L = milligram per liter, or parts per million
MCL = Maximum Contaminant Level; the highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in
drinking water.
MCLG = Maximum Contaminant Level Goal; the level of a contaminant in drinking water below
which there is no known or expected risk to health.
TT = Treatment Technique
N/A = Non applicable
mrem/yr = Millirems per year — measure of radiation absorbed by the body
pCi/L = Picocuries per liter is a measure of the radioactivity of water.
AL = Action Level
ppm = Parts per million
ppb = Parts per billion
All sources of drinking water are subject to potential contamination by substances that are naturally
occurring or man made. As water travels over the land or underground it can pick up substances or
contaminantssuch as microbes, inorganic and organic chemicals, and radioactive substances. In order to
ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain
contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for
contaminants in bottled water which must provide the same protection for public health. All drinking
water, including bottled drinking water, may be reasonably expected to contain at least small amounts of
some contaminants. Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCL's) are set at very stringent levels. To
understand the possible health effects described for many regulated constituents, a person would have to
drink more than a half gallon of water every day at the MCL level for a lifetime to have a one -in -a -million
chance of having potential health effects.
Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.
Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have
undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly,
and infants can be particularly at risk from infections. These people should seek advice about drinking
water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of
infection by cryptosporidium and other microbiological contaminants and potential health effects are
available from the Environmental Protection Agency's Safe Drinking Water Hotline at 1-800-426-4791.
The Town of Sawmills is continuously working to provide top quality water to every tap. We ask that
all our customers help us protect our water sources so that we can retain an abundant and safe supply of
water. If you have any questions about this report, please contact Ronnie Coffey at 828-396-2300.
Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Town Office.
4

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Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Dept.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Ronnie Coffey lic. # 23005
Applicable Permit(s): WQ0010265, WQ0017555
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 382
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491 linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System performance for fiscal year July,
2004 through June, 2005:
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has had no violations. or illegal discharges.
during fiscal year July, 2004 through June, 2005.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Granite Falls, NC 28630.
The'customers were also notified of this report by mail.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
(206-1-05
Ronnie Coffey Date
Asst. Public Works Director
Town of Sawmills, Inc.

SAWMILLS NOTES
SAWMILLS
TOWN OF SAWMILLS
OFFICE & MEETING
TOWN COUNCIL
EMPLOYEES
HOURS
MAYOR
ADMINISTRATOR
David Stamey
Robert Frye
TOWN HALL HOURS
Finance Director
8:OOAM-5:OOPM
MAYOR PRO -TEMP
Bonnie Mann
Monday -Friday
Joe Norman
Town Clerk
Sonia Garnes
COUNCIL PERSONS
Secretary
Gerelene Blevins
Marrion Bales
TOWN COUNCIL
Eddie Bowman
Public Works Director
MEETINGS
Pat Harrison
Arnold Arrowood
Third Tuesday each month
Joe Wesson
Assistant Public Works Director
6:00 PM
Ronnie Coffey
General Labor
Charlie Cannon
Phone Numbers:
Michael Brown
Dale Cannon
PLANNING BOARD
Town Hall 396-7903
Lucas Hiner
MEETINGS
Public Works 396-2300
Don Turnmire
Second Tuesday each month
Sheriff 758-2324
David Watson
S:OOPM
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Capital Improvement Plan: Vehicles
FY 2005-06
FY 2006-07
FY 2007-08
FY 2008-09
FY 2009-10
Governing Body
Town Car Replacement
$20,000.00
Public Works
F150 Replacement
$25,000.00
Streets
F350 Replacement
$30,000.00
Sanitation
Parks and Recreation
New Pickup Purchase
$25,000.00
Water/Sewer
S-10 Replacement
$25,000.00
Total
$25,000.00
$25,000.00
$25,000.00
$30,000.00
$20,000.00

Capital Improvement Plan: ]Equipment
FY 2005-06
FY 2006-07
FY 2007-08
FY 2008-09
FY 2009-10
Administration
Backup Generator for Town
Admin Staff Computer
Server Replacement
Accounting Software
Hall
Replacement
$3,500.00
Upgrade/Replacement
$25,000.00
$3,000.00
$5,000.00
Public Works
Refurbish Trash Truck into
Backhoe
Dump Truck
Replacement/Purchase
$15,000.00
$50,000.00
Keypad Entry System for
Public works Bldg
$20,000.00
Backup Generator for Public
Works
$25,000.00
Streets
Skid Steer Loader Purchase
Christmas Decorations
Extend Christmas Decorations
Bucket Truck (used)
$36,000.00
Replacement
Past Sawmills Hardware
$15,000.00
$7,700.00
$10,000.00
Purchase Mowing Deck and
Tractor
$38,000.00
Sanitation
Purchase 1,500
Purchase 100
Purchase 250 Recycling
Purchase 100
Trash Truck Replacement
Roll out Trash Cans
Roll Out Trash Cans
Containers
Roil Out Trash Cans
$150,000.00
$50,000.00
$4,500.00
$1,500.00
$4,500.00
Purchase Two Trash Can
Tippers
$8,000.00
Parks and Recreation
Purchase 4x4 small Utility
Purchase Mower for Ball
Vehicle for Park Patrol
fields
$10,000.00
$10,000.00
Water/Sewer
Purchase 200 residential water
Pave Pump Station Access
Electronic Meter Readers
Billing Software
meters
South Caldwell
Replacement
Upgrade/Replacement
$25,000.00
$6,200.00
$15,000.00
$15,000.00
Total
$192,000.00
$72,200.00
$30,700.00
$38,000.00
$220.000.00

Capital Improvement Plan: Construction Projects
FY 2005-06
FY 2006-07
FY 2007-08
FY 2008-09
FY 2009-10
Administration
Public Works
Streets
Parks and Recreation
Phase One Veteran's Park
Phase One Veteran's Park
Phase One Veteran's Park
Construction
Construction
Construction
$50,000.00
$50,000.00
$50,000.00
(Duke Commitment)
(PART-F Application)
(PART-F Application)
Water
Cajah's Mtn Road Line
321-A Phase 1
Replacement
Line Replacement
$208,900.00
$137,900.00
Sewer
Pave Pump Station Access
Pave Pump Station Access
Pave Pump Station Access
Karr Drive
Sawmills School
Mayfield Drive
South Caldwell
Line Extension
$6,000.00
$2,300.00
$6,200.00
$56,700.00
Mayfield Drive
Edgewood Drive
Line Extension
Line Extension
$47,300.00
$78,900.00
Total
$103,300.00
$261,200.00
$135,100.00
$137,900.00
$56,700.00

Capital Improvement Plan: Totals
FY 2005-06
FY 2006-07
FY 2007-08
FY 2008-09
FY 2009-10
Vehicles
$25,000.00
$25,000.00
$25,000.00
$30,000.00
$20,000.00
Equipment
$192,000.00
$47,200.00
$20,000.00
$34,500.00
$225,000.00
Projects
$103,300.00
$261,200.00
$135,100.00
$137,900.00
$56,700.00
Total
$320,300.00
$358,400.00
$190,800.00
$205 900.00
$296,700.00

' William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
QG North Carolina Department ^{ E^vironment nd Natural Resources
Alan ek, ' E. Dgecto_ "r
yuision ofV 1pter - uali .. _ .
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
July 18, 2005
Mr. Robert Frye, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
SUBJECT: July 15, 2005 Compliance
Evaluation Inspection
Town of Sawmills
Sawmills Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Frye:
Enclosed please find the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report resulting from
my July 15, 2005 inspection of the Sawmills sewage collection system The Town of
Sawmills is doing an excellent job of operating and maintaining its sewage collection
system. The Town Council is obviously giving its support to this important activity. After
this year's inspection Town staff have a better idea of the type of record keeping which
should be maintained both to help staff to meet permit obligations and to allow Town staff
to demonstrate permit compliance.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for, additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4659.,
S'ncerely,
oy M Davis .
Enclosure
cc: ORC
Central Files
Noe Carolina
' iura!!�
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

Permit: WQCS00318
SOC:
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
Contact Person: Robert Frye
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC: Certification:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Entry Time: 09:45 AM Exit Time: 12:15 PM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis
Secondary Inspector(s)
Phone: [phone] Ext.
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Ext.4659
Phone:
Phone:
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant O Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Regmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting ■ Inspections ■ Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Sawmills is doing a excellent job of operating and maintaining its sewage collection system.
Page: 1

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Iq
Inspection Date: 0711512005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Performan .. Standards Yes No NA NF
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule of compliance
What educational tools are used? Town will communicate egarding grease to its customers via Sawmills Notes
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
0❑
❑
❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
0000
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available?
❑
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule of compliance
01/01/2006
List enforcement actions by permitte, if any, in the last 12 months None
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
0 ❑
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule of compliance
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
❑
❑
❑
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
❑
❑
❑
Does CIP include description of project area?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
0❑
❑
❑
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
❑
❑
❑
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
❑
❑
❑
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
M ❑
❑
❑
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
78300
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
163190
CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass?
0❑
❑
❑
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
M ❑
❑
❑
Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
❑
❑
❑
Pump station identifier?
❑
❑
❑
24-hour contact numbers
❑
❑
❑
If no, provide a schedule of compliance
If no, list deficient pump stations
Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Number of pump stations
3
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
3
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
0
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
0
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
0
Provide a schedule of compliance
Comment:
Inspections
Yes No
NA
NF
Page: 2

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
M ❑
❑
❑
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
❑
❑
❑
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
❑
❑
❑
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
❑ ❑i
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
M ❑
❑
❑
Are records available that document an annual observation of entire system?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Has there been an observation of entire system in the last year?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
❑ ❑
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last 6 months?
M ❑
❑
❑
Comment: Records documenting inspection of high priority line -will be kept and available at time of next inspection.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA N
Are all log books available? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? M ❑ Cl ❑
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
M
❑ ❑ ❑
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
What is the scedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Weekly
Do pump station logs include:
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?
M
❑ ❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
■
❑
❑
❑
If.no, provide schedule for compliance
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
M
❑
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Are system cleaning records available?
❑
fM
`❑��ii❑���❑''''
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Immediately
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months? Not yet established
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
M
❑
❑
❑
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
M❑
❑
❑
Response time
M❑
❑
❑
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
0
❑
❑
❑
Access to cleaning equipment
M
❑
❑
❑
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
0
❑
❑
❑
Page: 3

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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Source of emergency funds
❑
❑
❑
Site sanitation and cleanup materials,
M
❑
❑
Cl
Post-overflow/spill assessment
No
❑
❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
0
❑
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Comment:
Records
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Yes
M
No
❑
NA
❑
NF
❑
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
so
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
❑
❑
M
❑
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is a map of the system available?
0❑
❑
❑
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
M
❑
❑
❑
Pipe materials
0❑
❑
❑
Pipe location
M❑
❑
❑
Flow direction
M❑
❑
❑
Approximate pipe age
0
❑
❑
❑
Number of service taps
0
❑
❑
❑
Pump stations and capacity
❑
❑
❑
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
Comment:
Monitoring Reportino
and Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Yes
❑
No
❑
NA
M
N
❑
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Page: 4

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Robert Frye Phone: [phone] Ext.
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC: �1� Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s): �J
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Entry Time: 09:45 AM Exit Time: 12:15 PM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s) Ext.4659
Phone:
Phone:
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: O Compliant El Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Regmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting ■ Inspections Pump Station Manhole
Regmts
Lines
Inspection Summary:
Page: 1

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
If no, provide schedule of compliance
What educational tools are used?
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?.
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? WO
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available?
If no, provide schedule of compliance
List enforcement actions by permitte, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented? �� 5
If no, provide schedule of compliance
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plant" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass? S
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, provide a schedule of compliance AA
If no, list deficient pump stations
Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA Y 5 S�
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry YE- S
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements AC-0 N
Provide a schedule of compliance X'A
Comment:
Inspections
Reason for Visit: Routine
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Page: 2

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available? yjz S
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are records available that document pump station inspections? T 1= 'S
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week? 'p
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected everyday?
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are records available that document citizen complaints? L
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are records available that document an annual observation of entire system?,
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❑
❑
❑
Has there been an observation of entire system in the last year? 4111 r
D
D
D
O
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines? +— a
❑
❑
❑
❑
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last 6 months?
❑
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Are all log books available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? Y1_s ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
WW is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Is a schedule maintain for tes ' g emergency/standby equipment? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
�v `i-e v LA-,
I *- I.,G 4FT 'f A rt Are maintenance records for equpment availabl ?,-V V art mo. ,L (Z 5 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance I �r�
Yo O-`
What is the scedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Do pump station logs include
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?
❑
❑
❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability? S
❑
❑
❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance ✓1rA
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available? YE j
❑
❑
❑ ❑
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency? Klig'S
❑
❑
❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Are system cleaning records available?
❑
❑
❑ ❑
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually? V S
❑
❑
❑ ❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? ,Y�`
❑
❑
❑ ❑
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
❑
❑
❑ ❑
Response time
❑
D
D ❑
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
❑
❑
❑ ❑
Access to cleaning equipment
❑
D
❑ ❑
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
❑
❑
❑ ❑
Page: 3

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Source of emergency funds k Yh C-P G (Z-N e L,- XY-\ L -f (N 6 OF
❑
❑
❑
❑
Site sanitation and cleanup materials GUN p,t: 14 OV
❑
❑
❑
❑
Post-overflow/spill assessment
❑
❑
❑
❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
❑
❑
❑
❑
Is the spare parts inventory adequate? Y L-'�
❑
❑
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Comment:
Records
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available? V l-= s
Yes
❑
No
❑
NA
❑
NE
❑
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
❑
❑
❑
❑
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
❑
❑
❑
❑
Is a map of the system available? Yg�
IPA PAR 's C'I-t L-~� v� �i �1��a �i��
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El
El
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
❑
❑
❑
❑
Pipe materials
❑
❑
❑
❑
Pipe location
❑
❑
❑
❑
Flow direction
❑
❑
❑
❑
Approximate pipe age
❑
❑
❑
❑
Number of service taps
❑
❑
❑
❑
Pump stations and capacity
❑
❑
❑
❑
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
Comment:
Yes
No
NA
NE
Monitoring and Reportang Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
❑
❑
❑
❑
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
❑
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Page: 4

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department e I ironment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
August 21, 2006
Mr. Robert Frye, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Town of Sawmills -
Wastewater Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Frye:
Enclosed please find the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report resulting from
the August 16, 2006 inspection of the Town of Sawmills' sewage collection system
conducted by Mr. Roy Davis of the Asheville Regional Office. The Town of Sawmills is
doing a good job of operating and maintaining its collection system.
Two items relating to collection system operation and maintenance need attention,
however. The Town's Collection System Permit requires the presence of a Capital
Improvements Plan (CIP) which includes a description of the existing facilities, discussion
of known deficiencies and forecasted future needs. Our review of the CIP during the
inspection did not locate these items. If these items are present in the current CIP please
send copies to Mr. Davis. If they are in fact missing, on or before October 1, 2006 please
send Mr. Davis proposed language, relating to the missing items, to be included in the
next CIP.
The Town's Collection System Permit also requires the presence of a map of the
collection system. The Town of Sawmills has such a map but it lacks information relating
to pipe material, flow direction, pipe age and pump station capacity. Mr. Davis discussed
these missing items with Mr. Ronnie Coffee and Mr. Don Turnmire with the Town of
Sawmills. Before the end of the current calendar year please include the missing items on
the Town's collection system map.
ON 1ehCarolina
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service •1 877 623-6748

74"
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
We very much appreciate the effort being made by Mr. Coffee and Mr. Turnmire in taking
care of the Town's collection system. I encourage anyone having the need to discuss
these matters to call Mr. Roy Davis at 828-296-4659.
Sincerely,
�r
RogeC. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Enclosure
cc: Ronnie Coffee
Central Files
Asheville Files _1 ,�

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Robert Frye Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Entry Time: 09:30 AM Exit Time: 12:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis �`�� Phone: [phone]
Secondary InspectorExt.4659s): ,
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation.
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting Inspections ® Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Sawmills is doing a good job of operating and maintaining its sewage collection system. Two items relating
to the collection system need attention. The Town's Collection System Permit requires the presence of a Capital
Improvements Plan relating to the collection system. Sawmills has such a plan but it does not include a description of the
existing system, discussion of known deficiencies and forecasted future needs. The Town's Collection System Permit
requires the presence of a collection system map. The Town has such a map but it does not indicate pipe material, flow
direction, pipe age nor pump station capacity.
Page: 2

PPV
Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
■
❑
❑
❑
If no, provide schedule of compliance
What educational tools are used?
Informational items in Town newspaper (Sawmill Notes)
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
■
❑
❑
❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
■
[I
❑
❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available?
❑
❑
❑
■
If no, provide schedule of compliance
List enforcement actions by permitte, if any, in the last 12 months
None.
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
❑
■
❑ n
If no, provide schedule of compliance
Does ClP address short term needs and long term \"master plant/ concepts?
❑
■
❑ ❑
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
■
❑
❑ ❑
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?
❑
■
❑ ❑
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
$.Do
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
$105,413.00
CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Page: 3

74"
Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour contact numbers ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
If no, provide a schedule of compliance
If no, list deficient pump stations
None.
Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
Provide a schedule of compliance
Comment:
Inspections
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
Are records available that document an annual observation of entire system?
Has there been an observation of entire system in the last year?
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last 6 months?
Comment:
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available?
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
If no, provide schedule for compliance
What is the scedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Do pump station logs include:
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?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Are system cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Reason for Visit: Routine
Weekly.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment:
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Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available? ■ n ❑ n
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available? ■ ❑ ❑ n
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
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Is a map of the system available?
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Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials
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Pipe location
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Flow direction
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If.no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
See above.
Comment:
Monitories and Reporting Requirements
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Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
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Permit: WQCS00318
SOC:
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
Contact Person: Robert Frye
Directions to Facility:
Primary ORC: � ® I �) M r �IE Certification:
Secondary ORC(s): �O P�1 "'I U;_ C,O F r= l: LC— I
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 0 5 Entry Time: 09�AM Exit Time: 12:15 PM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis
Secondary Inspector(s):
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Ext.4659
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting ■ Inspections Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The. Town of Sawmills is doing a excellent job of operating and maintaining its sewage collection system.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards
Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
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What educational tools are used?
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Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
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Is Septic Tank Ordinance available?
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If no, provide schedule of compliance
01/01/2006
List enforcement actions by permitte, if any, in the last 12 months
None
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
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If no, provide schedule of compliance
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
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Does CIP cover three to five year period??,„
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Does CIP include Goal Statement?
Does CIP include description of project area?
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Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
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Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
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Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
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Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
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Is system free of known points of bypass? ■ El n n
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? ■ n n 11
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification? ■ n n n
Pump station identifier? ■ n n n
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour contact numbers ■ n n n
If no, provide a schedule of compliance
If no, list deficient pump stations
Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
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Number of pump stations
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Number of pump stations that have SCADA
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Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
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Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
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Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
0
Provide a schedule of compliance
Comment:
Inspections
Yes
No
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Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
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Are records available that document an annual observation of entire system?
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available at time of next inspection.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Yes
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Are all log books available?
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Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
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Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? ■ n n n
Are maintenance records for equipment available? ■ ❑ ❑ n
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Permit: WQCS00318
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005
Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
If no, provide schedule for compliance
What is the scedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Weekly
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Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
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Are system cleaning records available?
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What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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24-hour contact numbers
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Response time
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Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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Access to cleaning equipment
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Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
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Source of emergency funds
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Site sanitation and cleanup materials
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Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
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Permit: WQCS00318
Inspection Date: 07/15/2005
Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Comment:
Records
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map /q-Q
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
Comment:
Reason for Visit: Routine
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Collection System Classifications and Designated Operators
12.12.2005
Region Permit #
Facility Permit Tyermit Stati Class ORC
Asheville WQCS00184
Lake Junaluska Conference & I Collection ACTIVE
Asheville WQCS00122
Maggie Valley Collection Syste Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Michael Lee Mehaffey Sr
Asheville WQCS00131
Lake Lure Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1
Asheville WQCS00132
Murphy Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 James Todd Hiatt
AshevilleWQCS00139
Old Fort Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Steve R. Smith
Asheville WQCS00140
Columbus Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1
Asheville WQCS00158
Robbinsville Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Michael J. Ladd
Asheville WQCS00161
Banner Elk Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Daniel Lee Clark
Asheville WQCS00170
Bryson City Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1
Asheville WQCS00186
Highlands Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Leroy McCall
Asheville WQCS00205
Marshall Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Michael J. Ladd
Asheville WQCS00218
Newland Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Paul E. Isenhour
Asheville WQCS00307
Canton Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-1 Brice W. Hollis
Asheville WQCS00032
Valdese Collection System Collection ACTIVE .
CS-2 -Paul S. Klotzle
Asheville WQCS00039
Waynesville Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Wentfard Lee Henson
Asheville WOCS00050
Forest City Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Ray Eugene Mclnturff
Asheville WQCS00053
Spindale Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 David R. Arrowood
Asheville WQCS00070
Hendersonville Collection Syst( Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Dennis L. Frady
Asheville WQCS00075
Marion Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Steve M. Basney
Asheville WQCS00084
Brevard Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 William Anthony Coward
Asheville WQCS00091
Spruce Pine Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2
Asheville WQCS00101
Franklin Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 H Jay Gibson
Asheville WQCS00103
Andrews Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Dillard Robert Dockery
Asheville WQCS00108
Tuckaseigee Collection Systerr Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Bruce Alan Farmer
Asheville WQCS00111
Tryon Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Gary Walker
Asheville WQCS00127
Rutherfordton Collection Syster Collection ACTIVE
CS-2
Asheville WQCS00143
Burnsville Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2
Asheville WQCS00145
Granite Falls Collection Systerr Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Ronald Long
Asheville WQCS00200
Western Carolina University Cc Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Terry Allen Riouff
Asheville WQCS00201
Mars Hill Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Robert M. Sams
Asheville WQCS00255
Linville Land Harbor P O A Coll Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Paul E. Isenhour
Asheville WQCS00323
Drexel Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-2 Johnny Dale Rowe
Asheville WQCS00028
Morganton Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-3 Dwain A. Benton
Asheville WQCS00035
Lenoir Collection System Collection ACTIVE
CS-3 Richard D. Williams
A h W 'll QCS00004
MSD Buncombe County Collec Collection ACTIVE
CS-4 Ann Pier Lemieux
s evi e
Asheville WQCS00324 Burke County Collection Syster Collection ACTIVE CS-4
Asheville WQCS00174 Sugar Mountain Collection Sys, Collection ACTIVE CSNC
Asheville WQCS00313 Gamewell Collection System Collection ACTIVE
Asheville WOCS00317 Cajah Mountain Collection Sysl Collection ACTIVE
As eviil, �J4'1�'318 Sa`nills *o{lecfiio System Gollectio A TIV -
Asheville WQCS00182 Junaluska Sanitary Distr'rc JTC-5]Iection In review
ORC Cert.
ORC Status Backup
BU Cert. BU Status
CS-4
Active
Neil A. Carpenter
CS-2
Active
CS-1
Active
CS-1
Active
CS-3
Active
Christopher Michael Ladd
CS-3
Active
CS-3
Active.
Paul E. Isenhour
CS-3
Active
CS-1
Active
Howard W. Brown
CS-1
Active
CS-3
Active
Christopher Michael Ladd
CS-3
Active
CS-3
Active
Otis D. Ward
CS-2
Active
CS-1
Active
Willie J. Chandler
CS-1
Active
CS-3
Active
Henry L. Darden
CS-1
Active
CS-3
Active
William Ralph Hannah
CS-1
Active
CS-4
Active
Robert L. Daniels
CS-4
Active
CS-2
Active
Benny M. Brooks
CS-2
Active
CS-4
Active
Daryl Scott Kuykendall
CS-4
Active
CS-2
Active
CS-2
Active
Donald G. Byers
CS-3
Active
CS-2
Active
Danny Ray Breedlove
CS-2
Active
CS-4
Active
Sammy R. Holloway
CS-2
Active
CS-2
Active
CS-3
Active
Joel B. Burrell
CS-2
Active
Brandon O. Logan
CS-1
Active
CS-2
Active
Richard L. Carpenter
CS-1
Active
CS-2
Active
CS-2
Active
Bobby Dale Hylemon
CS-2
Active
CS-3
Active
John Franklin Austin
CS-1
Active
CS-2
Active
Henry L. Darden
CS-1
Active
CS-3
Active
James Rhea Netherton.
CS-2
Active
CS-4
Active
CS-4
Active
Barry Cook
CS-4
Active

Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Dept.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Donald Turnmire
Applicable Permit(s): WQCS00318
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 382
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491- linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System performance for fiscal year July,
2006 through June 2007.
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has had no violations or illegal discharges
during fiscal year July, 2006 through June 2007.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U. S. Hwy 321-A Granite Falls, N.C. 28630.
The customers were also notified of this report by mail.
I certify under penalty of law that his report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been available to the users or customers
of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
Donald Turnmire
Wastewater/System Collection ORC
Town of Sawmills
06/01/2007
Date

WA7-F Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
QG North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
rColeen H. Sullins. Director
> =i Division of Water Quality
'""� Asheville Regional Office 3=
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION y
July 12, 2007
Mr. Robert Frye, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Town of Sawmills
Wastewater Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Frye:
Enclosed please find the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report resulting from
my July 10, 2007 inspection of the Town of Sawmills' sewage collection system operation
and maintenance program. The Town of Sawmills is doing a good job of operating and
maintaining its collection system. The Town has corrected deficiencies observed during
my inspection last year. Files were in good order and the Town now has an excellent
collection system map. Please tell everyone involved that I appreciate their effort.
I discussed with Don Turnmire the need to modify pump station logs to indicate (1)
inspection and lubrication of pumps, (2) wet well cleaning, (3) exercising of valves, and
(4) inspection of highwater alarm systems.Thanks again for the Town's cooperation.
Anyone having the need to discuss this inspection should call me at 828-296-4659.
Sincerely,
Roy M. Davis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Don Turnmire, CSORC, Town of Sawmills
PERCS Unit
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748
Nose Carolina
Nturally

Permit: WQCS00318
SOC:
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
Contact Person: Robert Frye
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Title: Town Manager
Certification:
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Entry Time: 09:15 AM Exit Time: 11:30 AM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis
Secondary Inspector(s):
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Ext.4659
Reason, for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ® Compliant Q Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions a Performance Standards ® Operation & Maint Reqmts ® Records
® Monitoring & Rpting Inspections ® Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Sawmills is doing a good job of meeting the requirements of the Town's Collection System Permit.
Additionally, the Town's collection system is being well operated and maintained.
I did ask Don Turnmire to modify the Town's pump station inspection logs by the addition, to the back of the page, of a
place to indicate (1) pump inspection and lubrication, (2) wet well cleaning, (3) the exercising of valves, and (4) inspcetion
of the high water alarm system.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Performance Standards
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
What educational tools are used?
Informational items in Town newsletter.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
None
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
Excellent CIP
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
NA
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
NA
Reason for Visit: Routine
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? ❑ ■ ❑ Cl
Number of pump stations 3
Number of pump stations that have SCADA 0
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry 3
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms 0
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
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# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
NA
Comment: NA
Inspections
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
n
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Are records available that document pump station inspections?
n
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Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
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Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
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Are records available that document citizen complaints?
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# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
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# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
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Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
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Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
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Comment: The Town of Sawmills maintaines excellent records.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are all log books available?
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Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
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Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
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What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?.
As needed.
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
■
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n
n
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
®
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n
n
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Weekly (standby
emergency
generators)
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? n ■ n n
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
n
■
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Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
n
■
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Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
n
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Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
n
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Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
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Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
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Are system cleaning records available?
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Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
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What areas are scheduled for cleaning in -the next 12 months?
System wide.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
■
n
n
n
Pipe materials
■
❑
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Pipe location
■
n
n
n
Flow direction
■
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100
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
Excellent map
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Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Yes
No
NA
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n
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Comment:
BERT HUFFMAN DRIVE - 4636 Bert Huffman
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Pump Station
Yes
No
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■
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner- Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
■
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❑
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■
n
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n
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■
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■
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n
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■
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n
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■
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■
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■
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n
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n
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n
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n
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■
n
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n
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Instructions for notification?
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n
n
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Yes
Comment: Pump station is well operated and maintained.
SAW MILL SCHOOL - 4430 Saw Mills School
Road
Pump Station
Yes
No
NA
NE
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Emergency phone number ■ n n n
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment: Station is well operated and maintained.
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
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SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Robert Frye Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
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Primary ORC: �_� �� Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s): i,e t\I N 104=t= I
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
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Inspection Date: Entry Time:-G93e-Af&- Exit Time: 12:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis ®C�-o Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Ext.4659
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting ■ Inspections Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
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(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Sawmills is doing a good job of operating and maintaining its sewage collection system. Two items relating
to the collection system need attention. The Town's Collection System Permit requires the presence of a Capital
Improvements Plan relating to the collection system. Sawmills has such a plan but it does not include a description of the
existing system, discussion of known deficiencies and forecasted future needs. The Town's Collection System Permit
requires the presence of a collection system map. The Town has such a map but it does not indicate pipe material, flow
direction, pipe age nor pump station capacity.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Performance Standards
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
If no, provide schedule of compliance
What educational tools are used?
Informational items in Town newspaper (Sawmill Notes)
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap. Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available?
If no, provide schedule of compliance
List enforcement actions by permitte, if any, in the last 12 months
None.
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
If no, provide schedule of compliance
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection
CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?,
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
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Permit: WQCS003'18 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08116/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour contact numbers n n n
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If no, provide a schedule of compliance
If no, list deficient pump stations
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Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
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Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry3
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
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Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
0
Provide a schedule of compliance
Comment:
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
n n n
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
n n n
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n n
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■ n n n
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■ n n n
Has there been an observation of entire system in the last year?
■ n n n
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
■ n n n
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last 6 months?
■ n n n
Comment: .
Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are all log books available? ■ n n n
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? ■ n n n
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? ■ n ❑ n
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? ■ n n n
Are maintenance records for equipment available? ■ n n n
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
If no, provide schedule for compliance
What is the scedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? Weekly.
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? ■ 'l�n n
Inspecting and exercising all valves? ■ n n
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? ■ n n
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? ■ _ n n
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability? ■
If no, provide schedule for compliance /
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available? 10 T�O n n n
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Are system cleaning records available? }fin 00
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What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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n
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24-hour contact numbers
n
n
n
Response time
n
n
n
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n
n
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n
n
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IF
n
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n
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n
n
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Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
❑
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Comment:
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
If no, provide schedule for compliance
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
See above.
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
Comment:
Reason for Visit: Routine
Yes No NA NE
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a �v (itti-i1-� §143-215.1C
(NSW) for which the compliance date is extended pursuant to this section in order to
reduce nutrient loading.
(3) Evaluate methods t� reduce the total mass load of waste that is discharged from all
facilities operated by the permit holder that are permitted under G.S. 143- 215.1(c) and
that discharge into the nutrient sensitive waters (NSW) for which the compliance date is
extended pursuant to this section and determine whether these methods are cost-
effective.
(4) Evaluate methods to reduce the discharge of treated effluent from all facilities operated
by the permit holder that are permitted under G.S. 143- 215:1(c) and that discharge into
the nutrient sensitive waters (NSW) for which the compliance date is extended pursuant
to this section; including land application of treated effluent, the use of restored or
created wetlands that are not located in a 100- year floodplain to polish treated effluent,
and other methods to reuse treated effluent; and determine whether these methods are
cost-effective..
(5) Report to the Commission on progress in the development of the calibrated nutrient
response model, on efforts to optimize the operation of facilities, on the evaluation of
methods of reducing the total mass load of waste, and on the evaluation of methods to
reduce the discharge of treated effluent. The Commission shall establish a schedule for
reports that requires the permit holder to report on at least a semiannual basis.
(e) The Commission may revoke an extension granted under this section and impose the limits set out
in subsections (cl) and (c2) of G.S. 143- 215.1 if the Commission determines that a permit holder who
has obtained an extension under this'section has, at any time during the period of the extension:
(1) Failed to comply with the requirements of subsection (d) of this section; or
(2) Violated any conditions or limitations of any permit issued under G.S. 143- 215.1 or
special order issued ions
G.S. 143- 215.2 if the violation is the result of conduct by the
permit holder that results in a significant violation of water quality standards.
§ 143-215.1C. Report to wastewater system customers on system performance; publication of
notice of discharge of untreated wastewater and waste.
(a) Report to Wastewater S stern; Customers. -- The owner or operator of any wastewater collection
of treatment works, the operation ;of which is primarily to collect or treat municipal or domestic
wastewater and for which a permit is issued under this Part, shall provide to the users or customers of the
collection system or treatment works and to the Department an .annual report that summarizes the
f performances of the collection system or treatment works and the extent to which the collection system
or treatment works has violated the permit or federal or State laws regulations, or rules related to the
protection of water quality. The report shall be prepared. on either a calendar or fiscal year basis and
shall be provided no later than 60 days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year.
(b) Publication of Notice of Discharge of Untreated Wastewater. -- The owner or operator of any
wastewater collection or treatment work, the operation of which is primarily to collect or treat municipal
or domestic wastewater and for which a permit is issued under this Part shall:
(1) In the event of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to the
surface waters of the State, issue a press release to all print and electronic news
media that provide general coverage in the county where the discharge occurred
setting out the details of the discharge The owner or operator shall issue the press
release within 48 hours after the owner or operator has determined that the
discharge had reached the surface waters of the State. The owner or operator shall
retain a copy of the press release and a list of the news -media to which it was
distributed for at least one year after the discharge and shall provide a cop of
press release and the list of file news media to which it was distributed to any
person upon request.
(2) In the even of a discharge of 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater to
the surface waters of the State, publish a notice of the discharge in a newspaper
having general circulation in the county in which the discharge occurs and in each
county downstream from the point of discharge that is significantly affected by the
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§143-215.2
discharge. The Secretary shall determine at the Secretary's sole discretion which
counties are significantly affected by the discharge and shall approve the form and
content of the notice and the newspapers in which the notice is to be published
The notice shall be captioned `NOTICE OF DSCHARGE OF UNTREATED.
SEWAGE'. The owner or operator shall publish the notice within 10 days after
the Secretary has determined the counties that are significantly affected by the
discharge and approved the form and content of the notice and the newspapers in
which the notice is to be published. The owner or operator shall file a copy of the
notice and proof of publication with the Department within 30 days after the notice
is published. Publication of a notice of discharge under this subdivision is in
addition to the requirement to issue a press release under subdivision 0) of this
subsection.
is issuea unaer tnis cart snail.
(1) In the event of a discharge of 1,000 gallons or more of untreated waste to the
surface waters of the State issue a press .release to all print and electronic news
media that provide general coverage in the county where the discharge occurred
setting out the details of the discharge The owner or operator shall issue the press
release within 48 hours after the owner or operator has determined that the
discharge has reached the surface waters of the State. The owner or operator shall
retain a copy of the press release and a list of the news media to which it was
distributed for at least one year after the discharge and shall provide a copy of the
press release and the list of the news media to which it was distributed to any
person upon request.
(2) In the event of a discharge of 15,000 gallons or more of untreated waste to the
surface waters of the State, publish a notice of the discharge in a newspaper having
general circulation in the county in which the discharge occurs and in each county
downstream from the point of discharge that is significantly affected by
discharge. The Secretary shall determine at the Secretary's sole discretion which
counties are significantly affected by the discharge and shall approve the form and
content of the notice and the newspapers in which the notice is to be published
The notice shall be captioned `NOTICE OF DISCHARGE OF UNTREATED
WASTE. The owner or operator shall publish the notice within 10 days after the
Secretary has determined the counties that are significantly affected by the
discharge and approved the form and content of the notice and the newspapers in
is published. Publication of a notice of discharge under this subdivision is in
addition to the requirement to issue a press release under subdivision (1) of this
subsection.
§ 143-215.2. Special orders.
(a) Issuance. -- The Commission may, after the effective date of classifications, standards and
limitations adopted pursuant to G.S. 143-214.1 or G.S. 143-215, or a water supply watershed
management requirement adopted pursuant to G.S. 143-214.5, issue, and from time to time modify or
revoke, a special order, or other appropriate instrument, to any person whom it finds responsible for
causing or contributing to any pollution of the waters of the State,within the area for which standards
have been established. The order or instrument may direct the Pierson to take, or refrain from taking an
action, or to achieve a result, within a period of time specified by the special order, as the Commission
deems necessary and feasible in order to alleviate or eliminate the pollution. The Commission is
authorized to enter into consent special orders, assurances of `voluntary compliance or other similar
documents by agreement with the person responsible for pollution of the water, subject to the provisions
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Michael P. Easley, Governor
/ William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.,Direetor
Division of Water Quality
The unit of government for whom you work has a collection system permit issued by the Division of Water Quality.
It is our plan to conduct an annual Compliance Evaluation inspection of your program for operating, maintaining
and improving your collection system. The inspection will consist of a review of ordinances, logs, budgets and
inspections of sewers, equipment, pump stations and right-of-ways. The purpose of this letter is to tell you the
type documents.we would like for you to have present for the inspection and the order we would like to see them.
1. Grease reduction Public Education Program (established and documented)
2. Sewer Use Ordinance and Legal Authority for Ordinance
3. Grease trap ordinance
4. Septic tank ordinance
a. enforcement actions within the past 12 months
5. Capital Improvement Plan
6. ' Maintenance records for sewer lines
7. Records recording citizen complaints
8. Record of sewer system overflows (SSO's)
a. sewer system overflow press releases and distribution list
9. Records documenting annual inspection of entire system
10. Records documenting semiannual inspection of high priority lines
11. Maintenance logs of major equipment used to clean and maintain sewer system including
startup records of stand-by power units.
12. Pump station inspection, operation and maintenance logs
13. Right-of-way maintenance records
14. System cleaning records
15. Spill response action plan
16. Spare part inventory
17. System map
18. Sewer system budget including revenue
19. Most recent Collection System Annual Report
20. Your Collection System Permit.
It is obvious that the purpose of the above, rather lengthy, list is to help you document what you are doing in the
way of sewer system operations and maintenance. These same records allow us to determine compliance with
permit requirements. We want to see a little fancy footwork when we conduct an inspection. If you use loose
paper records we would like to see files organized, titled, complete, present and stacked neatly. If you use
loose-leaf notebooks, dividers should be used between sections. We are more than pleased to sit in front of a
computer screen during the inspection if you use computer -based records. Behind a system of well organized
records we obviously want a solid program of sewer operations, maintenance, rehabilitation and replacement
leading to the reduction, as far as possible, in the occurrence of sewer system overflows and the amount of
infiltration and inflow arriving at wastewater treatment plants.
Roy Davis, Environmental Engineer, Asheville Regional Office, 828-296-4659
Don Price, Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant, Asheville Regional Office, 828-296-4500
TXTRMD, Collection system inspection 2 North Carolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone (828) 296ASOO Customer Service
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us FAX [phone]

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Michael F. Easley, Governor
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
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Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
August 21, 2006
Mr. Robert Frye, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Town of Sawmills
Wastewater Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Frye:
Enclosed please find the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report resulting from
the August 16, 2006 inspection of the Town of Sawmills' sewage collection system
conducted. by Mr. Roy Davis of the Asheville Regional Office. The Town of Sawmills is
doing a good job of operating and maintaining its collection system.
Two items relating to collection system operation and maintenance need attention,
however. The Town's Collection System Permit requires the presence of a Capital
Improvements Plan (CIP) which includes a description of the existing facilities, discussion
of known deficiencies and forecasted future needs. Our review of the CIP during the
inspection did not locate these items. If these items are present in the current CIP please
send copies to Mr. Davis. If they are in fact missing, on or before October 1, 2006 please
send Mr. Davis proposed language, relating to the missing items, to be included in the
next CIP.
The Town's Collection System Permit also 'requires the presence of a map of the
collection system. The Town of Sawmills has such a map but it lacks information relating
to pipe material, flow direction, pipe age and pump station capacity. Mr. Davis discussed
these missing items with Mr. Ronnie Coffee and Mr. Don Turnmire with the Town of
Sawmills. Before the end of the current calendar year please include the missing items on
the Town's collection system map.
One rt NhCarohna
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

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Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
We very much appreciate the effort being made by Mr. Coffee and Mr. Turnmire in taking
care of the Town's collection system. I encourage anyone having the need to discuss
these matters to call Mr. Roy Davis at 828-296-4659.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional. Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Enclosure
cc: Ronnie Coffee
Central Files
Asheville Files

10/27/2006 01:49 8284335662 WEST & ASSOCIATES PAGE 02
TOWN OF SAMILLS
SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
OCTOBER, 2006
1. The goal of the Town of Sawmills Sanitary Sewer Capital Improvetnent Plan is to
identify any component of the existing system that will require repair or replacement in
the foreseeable future and to identify areas to be served with new lines. The plan will
also identify and designate funding to accomplish the work.
2. The current system consists of 4,065 linear feet of 6", 9,390 linear feet of 8", and 1,530
linear feet of4" forcemain. The gravity portion of the system consists of 44,120 linear
feet of 8" and 6,900 linear feet of 15". Pipe type is mostly PVC with some short
segments of ductile iron. There are three pump stations in the system. The entire system
has been built in the last ten years and is in excellent condition. The system: does not
serve the entire town but primarily those areas in or near the Highway 321-A corridor.
3_ Due to the age and condition of the existing facilities, there are no foreseeable
repair/replacement needs within the next five (5) years.
4. New lines are desired in several areas due to failing septic tank systems. A bond
referendum is planned for May, 2007 to determine the will of the citizens to expand the
sewer system and to use debt financing,
5. The Capital Improvement Plan projects will be funded by income from the current
system customers, state and federal grants if possible, and debt financing if approved by
voters. As areas are identified for service, a cost and funding analysis will be completed
for that specific area_

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Robert Frye Title: Town Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: _
Primary ORC: w\ .. Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date:, 07/10/2007 Entry Time: 09:15 AM Exit Time: 11:30 AM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis Phone: [phone]
Ext.4659
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant n Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting ■ Inspections Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Sawmills is doing a good job of meeting the requirements of the Town's Collection System Permit.
Additionally, the Town's collection system is being well operated and maintained.
I did ask Don Turnmire to modify the Town's pump station inspection logs by the addition, to the back of the page, of a
place to indicate (1) pump inspection and lubrication, (2) wet well cleaning, (3) the exercising of valves, and (4) inspcetion
of the high water alarm system.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Performance Standards
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
What educational tools are used?
Informational items in Town newsletter.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
None
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
. Excellent CIP
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
NA
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
NA
Reason for Visit: Routine
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? ❑ 0 Cl Q
Number of pump stations OA 44�
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Number of pump stations that have SCADA m 0
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry 3
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms 0
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0
# Does the permittee have a root control program? �.
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Comment: NA
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available? ❑ Cl
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week? Y-0 ❑ ❑
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Are records available that document citizen complaints? Q ❑
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system? �n Q ❑
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year? K0 00
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines? ))(0 ❑ ❑
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months? KO Q
Comment: The Town of Sawmills maintaines excellent records.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are all log books available? 11 Cl
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? Q O ❑
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? Q 0 )�-11
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
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Are maintenance records for equipment available? 1'� 0 0
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? \ Q ❑
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? Weekly (standby
. emergency generators)
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include:
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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Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
Are system cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
System wide.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
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Records
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Approximate pipe age
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Pump stations and capacity
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Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
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Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
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Are public notices and proof of publication available?
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If no, which one(s)?
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Comment:
BERT HUFFMAN DRIVE - 4636 Bert Huffman
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Pump Station
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Pump station type
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Are pump station logs available?
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Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
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Are all pumps present?
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Are all pumps operable?
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Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
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Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
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Comment: Pump station is well operated and maintained.
SAW MILL SCHOOL - 4430 Saw Mills School
Pump Station Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available?
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
Is simple telemetry present?
Is simple telemetry operational?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
Are backflow devices in place?
Are backflow devices operable?
Are air relief valves in place?
Are air relief valves operable?
# Is an emergency generator available?
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Reason for Visit: Routine
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 07/10/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
August 5, 2008
Mr. Robert Frye, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy. 321-A
Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Town of Sawmills
Wastewater Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Frye:
Enclosed you will find the report resulting from the Collection System Compliance
Evaluation Inspection which I conducted on August 1, 2008. The Town of Sawmills is
doing a good job of operating and maintaining its wastewater collection system. Files
were' in good order and the Town now has an excellent collection system map. Please
tell everyone involved that I appreciate their effort.
The Town of Sawmills now has a smoke machine and trailer mounted jetter to be
used in the operation and maintenance of -the system. I recommend that the Town
Council budget for the purchase of a closed circuit television camera to be used for the
same purpose. A closed circuit television camera will quickly pay for it self by preventing
unnecessary digging up of sewers.
I also recommend that the Council take a look at the Town's sewer rates to see if
adjustment is warranted in the light of inflation and changed expectations. Should you.
have need to discuss this inspection report please do not hesitate to call me at (828) 296-
4659.
Sincerely,
Roy M. avis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Don Turnmire, CSORC, Town of Sawmills
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/10 Owner: Town of Sawmills .
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Robert Frye
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Title: Town Manager
Certification:
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 08/01/2008 Entry Time: 09:00 AM Exit Time: 11:30 AM
Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis (� C�
Secondary Inspector(s): V'�-N1��
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Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant Q Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring & Rpting Inspections Manhole
Regents
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/01/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Town of Sawmills is doing a fine job of operating and maintaining its wastewater collection system.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/01/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Performance Standards
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
What educational tools are used?
Items in Town's newsletter.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
None
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term Vmaster plant/ concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
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?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
Excellent CIP
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/01/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? n M 0
Number of pump stations 3
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 08/01/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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❑
❑
Pipe materials
■ ❑
11.
❑
Pipe location
■ ❑
❑
❑
Flow direction
■ ❑
❑
❑
Approximate pipe age
■ ❑
❑
❑
Number of service taps
■ ❑
❑
❑
Pump stations and capacity
■ ❑
❑
❑
If no, what percent is complete?
100
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
■
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
❑
❑
■
❑
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
❑
❑
■
❑
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1C?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
■
❑
❑
❑
If no, which one(s)?
NA
Comment:
Page: 6

Facility /System Nance: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collectio t.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills JUL 7 2009,
Person in Charge/Contact: Phillip Smith
Applicable Pennit(s):
WATER QUALITY SECTION
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process: ASHEVILL- E REGW_ A! OFFICE
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 389
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491 linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, -wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection -System performance for fiscal year July,
2008 through June, 2009.
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has -had no violations or illegal discharges
during fiscal year July, 2008 through June, 2009.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies.
available at the Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Sawmills, N.C. 28630.
The customers were also notified of this report by mail.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
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Phillip Smi
Wastewater/System Collection ORC
Town Of Sawmills
06-01-09
Date
J U L - 1 2009
DENR - WATER OUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH

DID YOU KNOW...?
Most sanitary sewer back ups occur between your home and the Town's sewer main.
You can prevent a costly and unsanitary overflow by following a few simple steps.
In an effort to reduce the potential for; Sanitary --Sewer Overflows, the Public
Works Staff of the Town of Sawmills, N.C. has compiled the following information to
help educate our water and sewer customer concerning the best management practice for
the disposal of house Fats, Oils, and Greases.
Each year thousands of gallons of untreated sewage are spilled from collection
systems throughout the State of North Carolina because of poor management practices in
commercial as well as residential disposal of fats, oils, and greases.
Fats, oils, and greases introduced 'to sanitary sewers will result in substantial
accumulation to the point of blockage and result in overflow of untreated sewage. Each
reported sanitary sewer overflow could result in our coihmunity being fined by the
Division of Water Quality. Our user fees must pay for these fines as a cost to the Utility.
It is the goal of the utility to have no sanitary sewer overflows to report.from our
collection system. This is possible only with the help of our customers. Your
cooperation will be appreciated.
If you have, any questions please contact Mr..Ronnie Coffey, Director of Public Works,
or Mr. Phillip Smith at [phone].
Please Report Broken or Damaged Clean Out Cans
The Town of Sawmills wants your help in locating any sewer clean outs that might be
broken, missing or damaged in any way.
Sewer clean outs are generally recognized as white 4" PVC pipes with a cap located in
the immediate area of the city sewer. Cars and lawnmowers can damage them.
The Town of Sawmills greatly appreciates your help in locating these clean outs so that
the damage may be properly repaired.
Please call [phone] to notify us of damaged clean outs.
Thank you,
Town of Sawmills
Sewer Department

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Facility /System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Dept.
Responsible kntity: - "Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Steve Coonse
Applicable Permit(s): WQCS00318
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 389
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491 linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawnvlls Wastewater Collection System performance for fiscal year .luly,
?009 through June, 2010.
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has had no violations or illegal discharges
during fiscal year July, 2009 through .tune, 2010.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Sawmills Town Hall. 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Sawmills, N.C. 20630.
The customers were also notified of this report by mail.
l certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
Steve Coonse
Wastewater/System Collection ORC
-town Of Sawmills
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JUL 12 2010
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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Date
JUL - 7 2010
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SAWMILLS NOTES
SAWMILLS
TOWN OF SAWMILLS
OFFICE & MEETING
TOWN COUNCIL
EMPLOYEES
HOURS
ADMINISTRATOR
MAYOR
Robert Frye
Bob Gibbs
Finance Director
TOWN HALL HOURS
MAYOR PRO -'TEMP
Karen Clontz
8:OOAM-5:OOPM
Eddie Bowman
Town Clerk
Monday -Friday
Susan Nagle
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Office Manager
Gerelene Blevins
Kim Trivette"
Donnie Potter
Part -Time Office Assistant
TOWN COUNCIL
Joe Wesson
Julie Good
MEETINGS
Beverly Fry
Public Works Director
Third Tuesday each month
Ronnie Coffey
6:00 PM
Assistant Public Works
Director
Phone Numbers:
Strive Cdonse Jr.
Town Hall 396-7903
General Labor
Charlie Cannon
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PLANNING BOARD
Public Works 396-2300
Kenneth Wade
MEETINGS
Sheriff 758-2324
Joel Hart
Second Tuesday each month
Robert Wyatt
5:OOPM
Rex Arrowood
Chad Duncan
Matt Nagle
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
May 23, 2011
Seth Eckard
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls NC 28630
SUBJECT: Collection System Inspection
Sawmills Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Eckard:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Collection System Inspection Report from the
inspection which Don Price and I conducted of the Town's collection system on May 4,
2011. The system was found to be in Compliance with permit WQCS00318.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. The assistance provided by Steve Coonse during the inspection was greatly
appreciated. If you or your staff has any questions, please do not hesitate to call Mr.
Price or me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Keith Hayn�t`
Environmental Sr. Specialist
Enclosure
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Central Files
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Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 NorthCarolina
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/30/05 Expiration: 05/31/13 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Seth Eckard Title: Town Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 06/04/2011 Entry Time: 01:00 PM Exit Time: 03:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Keith Haynes f Phone: [phone]
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Secondary Inspector(s): //��
Don Price "YY7�,..At�— Phone:
Reason for Inspection: RoutineInspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions ■ Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts 0 Records
. Monitoring & Rpting Inspections Pump Station
Reqmts
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The collection system appears to be properly operated and well maintained. See questons for further comments.
Page: 2

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
What educational tools are used?
Letter and post in Town Hall
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
❑
❑ ■
❑
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
none
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Does CIP address short term needs and long term Tmaster planT concepts?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
■
❑ ❑
❑
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?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
$150,000.00
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
$90,000.00
CIP Comments
good CIP
Is system free of known points of bypass?
■
Cl ❑
❑
If no, describe type of bypass and location
none
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
■
❑ ❑
Cl
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Pump station identifier?
■
❑ ❑
❑
24-hour contact numbers
■
❑ ❑
❑
If no, list deficient pump stations
none
Page: 3

Permit: WOCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? ■ n n n
Number of pump stations 4
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
4
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
0
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
0
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
0
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
n
®
n
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
not currently needed
Comment:
Inspections
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
■
n
n
n
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
■
n
n
n
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
■
❑
n
❑
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
■
n
n
n
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
n
0
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
■
n
n
n
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
®
n
n
n
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
■
n
n
n
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
®n
n
n
Comment:
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Yes
No NA
NE
Are all log books available?
■
n n
n
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
■
n n
n
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
n
n ■
n
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
twice a week
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
■
n n
n
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
■
n n
n
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
as
needed
Page: 4

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include:
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?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
A
❑
Cl
❑
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
■
❑
❑
❑
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
■
❑
❑
❑
Are system cleaning records available?
■
❑
❑
❑
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
■
❑
❑
❑
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Whichever section that may be causing problems
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
■
❑
❑
❑
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
■
❑
❑
❑
Response time
■
❑
❑
❑
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
■
❑
❑
❑
Access to cleaning equipment
■
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❑
❑
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
■
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❑
❑
Source of emergency funds
■
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❑
❑
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
■
❑
❑
❑
Post-overflow/spill assessment
■
❑
❑
❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
■
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❑
❑
Comment: The phone numbers and contacts need to be updated on the plan
Records Yes No NA NE
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available? ■ ❑ ❑ n
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
If yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is a map of the system available? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Page: 5

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
■
0
❑
Cl
Pipe materials
■
❑
n
n
Pipe location
■
n
n
n
Flow direction
■
❑
❑
I]
Approximate pipe age
■
Number of service taps
n
■
p
n
Pump stations and capacity
■
n
n
❑
If no, what percent is complete?
taps not shown
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
Include manhole numbers at next update of map. Otherwise good map.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
®
n n
Cl
Comment: .
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Yes
No NA
NE
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
n
n ■
Cl
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
00
■
Ll
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1C?
■
n 013
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
n
n ■
If no, which one(s)?
Comment: .
MAYFIELD DRIVE - Mayfield Drive
Pump Station
Yes
No NA
NE
Pump station type
Duplex
Are pump station logs available?
■
n n
n
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
■
n ❑
n
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
■
n n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n n
Cl
Are all pumps operable?
■
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Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
■
n ❑
n
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
n
Cl n
■
Page: 6

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is simple telemetry present?
■
Cl ❑
❑
Is simple telemetry operational?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are audio and visual alarms present?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
■
❑ ❑
Cl
Are backflow devices in place?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Are backflow devices operable?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Are air relief valves in place?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are air relief valves operable?
■
❑ ❑
❑
# Is an emergency generator available?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is the generator operable?
■
❑ ❑
❑
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Pump station identifier?
■
Q
❑ ❑
Emergency phone number
■
❑
❑ ❑
Is public access limited?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
yes
Comment: SCADA allows calling in
PUBLIC WORKS - near building
Pump Station
Yes
No
NA NE
Page: 7

Permit: WQCS00318 Owner- Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 06/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump station type
Simplex, Single
Are pump station logs available?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
■
❑ ❑
❑
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are all pumps present?
❑
■ ❑
❑
Are all pumps operable?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
❑ ■
Cl
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
■
Q ❑
❑
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Is simple telemetry present?
■
❑ ❑
❑
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# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
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Instructions for notification?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Emergency phone number
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Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
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Comment: There is only one pump, but the station has capacity.for two. It is
recommended that the other pump be added as money allows.
SAWMILLS ELEMENTARY - same
Pump Station
Yes
No
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NE
Pump station type
Duplex
Are' pump station logs available?
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Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
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Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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Is the Pump station inspected as required?
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Are backflow devices in place?
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Are air relief valves in place?
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Are air relief valves operable?
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# Is an emergency generator available?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 05/04/2011 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment: propane fuel. Very good signage. SCADA is "simple"
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ti 7i1
JUL
" WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater collLtion.Dept.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Steve Coonse
Applicable Permit(s)-. W(QRS-0@94-80
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
I
- 5 2011 1110
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 390
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491 linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System performance for fiscal year July,
2010 through June, 2011.
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has had no violations or illegal discharges
during fiscal year July, 2010 through June, 2011.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Sawmills, NC 28630. The
Customers were also notified of this report by mail.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
A&"e- &W.-Itz
Steve Coonse
Wastewater/System Collection ORC
Town of Sawmills
6 - '�? ,ao��
Date

DID YOU KNOW?
Most Sanitary sewer backups occur between your home and the town's sewer main.
You can prevent a costly and unsanitary overflow by following a few simple steps.
., V
In an effort to reduce the potential for Sanitary Sewer Overflows, the Public
Works Staff of the Town of Sawmills, N.C. has compiled the following information to
help educate our water and sewer customer concerning the best management practice for
the disposal of house Fats, Oils, and Greases.
Each year thousands of gallons of untreated sewage are spilled from collection
systems throughout the state of North Carolina because of poor management practices in
commercial as well as residential disposal of fats, oils, and greases.
Fats, oils, and greases introduced to sanitary sewers will result in substantial
accumulation to the point of blockage and result in overflow of untreated sewage. Each
reported sanitary sewer overflow could result in our community being fined by the
Division of Water Quality. Those fines as to the Utility must be paid from user fees.
It is the goal of the Utility to have no sanitary sewer overflow to report from our
collection system. This is possible only with the help of our customers. Your
cooperation will be appreciated.
If you have any questions please contact Mr. Ronnie Coffey, Director of Public Works or
Mr. Steve Coonse, Assistant Director of Public Works at [phone].
PIease Report Broken or Damaged Clean Out Caps
The Town of Sawmills wants your help in the location of any sewer clean outs that might
be broken, missing or damaged in any way.
Sewer clean outs are generally recognized as white 4" PVC pipes with a cap located in
the immediate area of the city sewer. They can be damaged by cars and lawn mowers.
The Town of Sawmills greatly appreciates your help in locating these clean outs so that
they may be properly repaired.
Please call [phone] to notify us of damaged clean outs. /
Thank you,
Town of Sawmills
Sewer Department
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ALTWJ �AWFA
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P. E.
Governor Director
February 27, 2013
MEMORANDUM
TO: Linda Wiggs - Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection
FROM: Michael Leggett, P.E.
PERCS Unit
SUBJECT: WQCS00318 Renewal Application Package
Permit No.
John Skvarla, III
Secretary
The subject collection system permit renewal application was received by the central office on
2/27/2013. A copy of the Collection System application package is attached for your records and
comments. If possible, please relay any comments or additional information requests that you
have to this office within 14 days of receipt. If you have any questions please contact me at
[phone] or via email at [e-mail].
enclosures: application package
cc: PERCS Unit (electronic copy)
i
MAR - 5 2013
DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 one /'�
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NOIe�1CiiT011lla
Phone:. www.7-63001 FAX: [phone] A ,� �o�����
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.om j//�+YJ vi
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

MAYOR
Bob Gibbs
TOWNADMINISTRATOR
Seth Eelcard
February 25, 2013
NC Division of Water Quality
Attn: Peres Unit Supervisor
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC 27699-1636
Regarding: Permit Renewal
Permit #WQ000318
Town of Sawmills Collection System — Caldwell County
To whom it may concern,
TOWN
COUNCIL
Johnny Wilson, Mayor Pro-Tem
Trena McRary Kirby
Donnie Potter
Joe Wesson
Jeff Wilson
MAR -52013
DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
Please find enclosed the following information attached to this cover letter regarding a permit renewal
for the Town of Sawmills:
• Instruction C - A completed application for renewal (original signed, one signed copy)
• Section IV.3 — Pump station list (2 copies)
• Section V.1— Organizational Structure (2 copies)
• Section V.4 —Annual Budget for Collection System (2 copies)
• Section V.6 — Capital. Improvement Plan (2 copies)
• Section VI.4 — Contingency Plan (2 copies)
• Section VI.6 — Comprehensive Collection System Map (I copies)
Any additional information needed will be provided upon request.
Thank you,
Seth Eckard
Town Administrator
Town of Sawmills
[e-mail]
P-#828-396-7903
F-#828-396-8955
Town Of Sawmills
MAR -52013
DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
4076 US Highway 321 A - Sawmills, N.C. 28630 - [phone] - [phone] fax
http.11www. townofsawmills. com/
The Town of Sawmills does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status.

I. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name (Municipality, Public Utility, etc): Town of Sawmills
2. Facility Information: Name: Sawmills Collection System Permit No.: WQCS00318
3. Applicant type: ® Municipal ❑ State ❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility
❑ County ❑ Other:
4. Signature authority's name: per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)
Title: Town Administrator
5. Applicant's mailing address: 4076 US Hwy 321A
City: Granite Falls State: NC Zip: 28630-
6. Applicant's contact information:
Phone number: [phone] Fax number: [phone] Email address: [e-mail]
H. CONTACT/CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
1. Contact Name: West Consultants - Benjamin B. Thomas
2. Title/Affiliation: P.E.
3. Contact's mailing address: 405 S Sterling St
4. City: Morganton State: NC Zip: 28655-
5. Contact's information:
Phone number: [phone] Fax number: [phone] Email address: [e-mail]
III. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. New Permit or Premit Renewal? ❑ New ® Renewal
2. County System is located in: Caldwell County
3. Owner & Name of Wastewater Treatment Facility(ies) receiving wastewater from this collection system:
Owner(s) & Name(s): City of Lenoir
4. WWTF Permit Number(s): NCO023736 i�)
5. What is the wastewater type? 100 % Domestic Ior % Industrial (See 15A NCAC 02T .0103(20))
y Is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ❑ Yes or ® No
6. Wastewater flow: ,250 MGD (Current average flow of wastewater generated by collection system)
7. Combined permitted flow of all treatment plants: N/A MGD -
8. Explain how the wastewater flow was determined: ❑ 15A NCAC 02T .0114 or ® Representative Data
9. Population served by the collection system: 390 wZtk G;-ly OF
IV. COLLECTION SYSTEM INFORMATION:
1. Line Lengths for Collection System:
Sewer Line Description
Length_
Gravity Sewer
0 3 (miles)
Force Main
2.57 (miles)
Vacuum Sewer
Pressure Sewer
0 (miles)
APPLICATION CSA 12-12 Page 3 of 5

2. Pump Stations for Collection System: g ec. 4 } i AAea
3
Pump Station Type
Number
Simplex Pump
Stations(Serving Single Building)
Simplex Pump
Stations(Serving Multi le Buildin s
Duplex Pum
Stations
12
Submit a list of all major (i.e. not simplex pump station serving a single family home) pump stations. Include the following
information:
➢ Pump Station Name
➢ Physical Location
➢ Alarm Type (i.e. audible, visual, telemetry, SCADA)
➢ Pump Reliability
➢ Reliability Source (permanent/portable generator, portable pumps)
➢ Capacity of Station
4. Submit a list of all high priority lines according per 15A NCAC 02T .0402 (2) known to exist in the collection system. Head
the list with "Attachment A for Condition V(4)" and include the system name.
➢ Use the same line identification regularly used by the applicant
➢ Indicate type of high priority line (i.e. aerial), material and general location
V. COLLECTION SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION:
1. Provide a brief description of the organizational structure that is responsible for management, operation and maintenance of
the collection system. S&*- A t4AcheA
See attached
2. Indicate the current designated collection system operators for the collection system per 15A NCAC 08G.0201
Main ORC Name: Steve G. Coonse Jr Certification Number: 995305
Back -Up ORC Name: Chad S. Duncan Certification Number: 998055
—b
3. Approximate annuaudgetkr-coll�i system only: $ 149,200 .
4. Submit a copy of your current annual budget.
5. Approximate capital improvement budge for the collection system only: $ 56,000
6. Submit a copy of your current capital improvement plan. b e.& R t+ochcA
7. Is this collection system- currently a satellite system ElYes or ® No
8. Do any satellite systems discharge to this collection system ElYes or ® No (If yes complete table below)
Satellite System_ Contact Information (Name, Address, Phone Number)
Complete for Satellite Systems that have a flow or capacity greater than 200,000*GPD (Average daily flow)
9. List any agreements or ordinances currently in place to address flows from satellite systems:
N/A
APPLICATION CSA 12-12 Page 4 of 5

VI. COLLECTION SYSTEM COMPLIANCE:
1. Is a Response Action Plan currently in place ® Yes or ❑ No
2. If Yes, submit a copy of the Response Action Plan or see table 6 below.
3. Is a pump station contingency plan currently in place? ® Yes or ❑ No
4. If Yes, submit a copy of the pump station contingency plan or see table 6 below.
5. Is a comprehensive collection system map currently in place? ® Yes or ❑ No
6. Submit a submit a copy of the collection system map (CD or hardcopy) or indicate a schedule for completion
7. Thoroughly read and review the System -Wide Collection System Permit Conditions. T g y ypical ly:compliance schedules
are only offered to NEW permit applicants and NOT permit renewals. Any compliance dates must be included within
the permit prior to issuance or the permit holder will be found in violation upon inspection.
Permit Condition
Current
Compliance?
If no, Indicate a
Compliance
Date
Typical
Compliance
Schedule
1(4) — Grease ordinance with legal authority to inspectlenforce
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
I(5) — Grease inspection and enforcement program
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
1(6) — Three to five year current Capital Improvement Plan.
® Yes ❑ No
12 —18 mo.
1(8) — Pump station contingency plan
® Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
1(9) — Pump station identification signs.
® Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
I(11) — Functional and conspicuous audible and visual alarms.
® Yes ❑ No
3 — 6 mo.
II(5) — Spare pumps for any station where one pump cannot
handle peak flows alone (in a duplex station, the 2❑d pump is
the spare if pump reliability is met).
® Yes ❑ No
6 — 9 mo.
11(7) — Accessible right-of-ways and easements.
® Yes ❑ No
6 — 12 mo.
11(9) — Response action plan with Items 9 (a — h).
® Yes ❑ No
3 mo.
III(3) — Comprehensive collection system map
® Yes ❑ No
10% per year
For conditions not listed, compliance dates are not typically offered. List any permit conditions that may be difficult for the
applicant to meet (attach clarification if needed):
VII. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
I, Seth Eckard - Town Administrator attest that this application for Town of Sawmills
(Signature Authority's Name & Title from Item I.4) (Facility name from Item I.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application
package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed
$10,000 as well as civil enalti up to $25,000 per violation. % 2
Signature: Date:
APPLICATION CSA 12-12 Page 5 of 5

IV #3, List of Duplex Pump Stations for Collection System
ATTACHMENT -PUMP STATION INFORMATION
Name
Bert Huffman Drive
Sawmills School Rd
Mayfield Drive
Location
4636 Bert Huffman Drive
4430 Sawmills School Rd
4850 Mayfield Dr.
Alarm Type
audible/visual/auto dialer
audible/visual/auto dialer
Audible/visual/auto dialer
Restricted
Access
Fencing w/locked gates
Fencing w/locked gates
Fencing w/locked gates
Pump
Two equal size pumps; each
Two equal size pumps; each
Two equal size pumps; each
Reliability
can pump>2.5 times ADF
can pump>2.5 times ADF
can pump>2.5 times ADF
Reliability
Two permanent pumps
Two permanent pumps
Two permanent pumps
Source
Installed
Installed
Installed
Signage
Present
Yes
Yes
Yes
Spare
Pumps on
1
1
1
Hand

IV #4: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System.
Attachment A for Condition VM
High Priority Lines 1
(see system map for locations)
Little Gunpowder
Creek 15" Outfall
#1
Aerial Creek Crossing
(
\ #2
Aerial Creek Crossing
#3
Wet Area
/ #4
Wet Area
#5
Aerial Creek Crossing
#6
,Aerial Creek Crossing
#7
Aerial Creek Crossing
#8
8" Aerial Creek Crossing
Sawmills School Pump Station
#9 8" Creek Crossing with No Cover

V #1: Organizational Structure for Town of -Sawmills Collection System
The elected Town Council makes policy and spending decisions, the Town Administrator
administers the policies and budget, the Office Staff performs billing and collections and the
Public Works Department with employees with Collection Licenses perform the operation and
maintenance of the Collection System.

Town of Sawmills Capital Improvement Plan (10 Year)
F.Y;12' 13 FY 13 14 FY 14 15 FY 15 16 FY 16 17 FY 17 18 FY 18 19 FY 19 20 FY 20 21 FY 21 22
Sewer
e'Pump Station (SCHS) 10,000
Computer Board (Mayfield) 5,000
GPS Device + Software 5,000
Mayfield Dr. Extension 47,000
Karr Dr. Extension 56,000
Utility Fund Subtotal 0 20,000 47,000 0 56,000
•' ' - : � ':: ,FY 12' 13'. FY'13 14'.FY 14- 15. ,,FY-15' 16,, FY:16.17.-,=;FY-;17 18- .,FY.18 19,��..FY,19 ;20_ F,Y20 21;, ,FY 21 22'.
Utility ,fund.:GlPTota1 ; ,: 85,000 122,600 ` _279 000 :`;129;000 352200 0 . __ `20,000:'.. 0 ;=1U0,000 `` 0`

V 14
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Revenues
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
utility Fund 2 1 Dept: Sewer Page No: 5
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
nt Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Sewer Charges
2-00-3750
$ 112,491
$ 99,000
$ 82,294
$ 99,000
$ 104,500
Sewer Tap & Connections
2-00-3751
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ _
Fund Balance Appropriation
2-00-3901
$ -
$ 41,600
$ -
$ -
$ 44,700
TOTALS:
$ 112,491
$ 140,600
$ 82,294
$ 99,000
$ 149,200
54

UtilityFund
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditure
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
2 De artmen Sewer
Page No: 20
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
urrent Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
c ual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
1 Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
2-90-4100
$
39,777
$
46,000
$
27,999
$
40,000
$
24,000
Overtime
2-90-4101
$
2,260
$
2,000
$
1,061
$
1,500
$
1,250
Employee Benefits
2-90-4103
$
15,209
$
17,000
$
10,985
$
16,000
$
9,000
Workers Compensation
2-90-4104
$
1,387
$
3,000
$
2,188
$
2,188
$
1,500
FICA & MC Taxes
2-90-4106
$
3,287
$
3,200
$
2,243
$
3,000
$
2,500
Engineer Fees
2-90-4120
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
18,000
Uniforms
2-90-4125
$
156
$
750
$
481
$
642
$
400
Equipment & Materials
2-90-4129
$
83
$
1,000
$
-
$
-
$
-
Freight In
2-90-4130
$
-
$
500
$
62
$
82
$
250
Travel/Training
2-90-4131
$
-
$
2,000
$
96
$
130
$
1,000
Telephone -Cell & Pump St
2-90-4132
$
1,391
$
1,800
$
1,109
$
1,500
$
1,800
Utilities
2-90-4133
$
6,690
$
6,000
$
4,838
$
6,700
$
7,000
Permits & Fees
2-90-4134
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
500
Repairs & Maintenance
2-90-4135
$
6,903
$
9,600
$
8,356
$
9,000
$
23,000
Capital Outla
2-90-4151
$
-
$
23,000
$
21,531
$
21,531
$
-
CDBG Sewer Grant
2-90-4153
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
40,000
Depreciation
2-90-4160
$
67,481
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
_
Allowance for Bad Debt
2-90-4285
$
-
$
500
$
-
$
500
$
500
Miscellaneous
2-90-4295
$
40
$
250
$
371
$
495
$
500
Materials & Supplies
2-90-4515
$
4,244
$
11,000
$
2,447
$
5,000
$
5,000
Sewer Charges
2-90-4558
$
11,842
$
13,000
$
7,213
$
12,000
$
13,000
Transer to CIP
2-90-4999
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
_
$
_
TOTALS:
$
160,750
$
140,600
$
90,980
$
120,268
$
149,200
M

comn 6- LuA&.+
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Revenues
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
-Summary Page No: 1
Account
Fund
Last Year
Current
Year
Number
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
General Fund
1
$ 1,909,042
$ 2,008,221
$ 1,164,139
$ 1,836,344
$ 2,105,636
Utility Fund
2
$ 694,614
$ 605,700
$ 500,999
$ 631,593
$ 724,300
TOTALS:
$ 2,603,656
$ 2,613,921
$ 1,665,138
$ 2,467,937
$ 2,829.936
50

General
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Revenues
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Fund 1 Summary
Page No: 2
Account
Account,
Number
Last Year
Current
Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Ad Valorem Current Year
1-00-3101
$
366,717
$
394,166
$
345,635
$
365 635M377,465Ad
Valorem Prev Year
1-00-3102
$
15,232
$
11,000
$
13,115
$
15,000Ad
Valorem Refunds
1-00-3103
$
246
$
500
$
-
$
-Ad
Valorem Collection Fees
1-00-3104
$
9,663
$
10,000
$
6803
$
7,603Vehicle
Taxes
1-00-3110
$
39,941
$
30,000
$
25,549
$
30,000Vehicle
Taxes - Prior Years
1-00-3111
$
6,519
$
6,500
$
6,555
$
8,741
Vehicle Refunds
1-00-3112
$
39
$
150
$
17
$
23
$
150
Vehicle Collection Fees
1-00-3113
$
697
$.
600
$
2,965
$
3,100
$
3,000
Interest on Ad Valorem Taxes
1-00-3114
$
4,451
$
2,000
$
2,821
$
3,760
$
3,250
Ad Valorem Late List Revenue
1-00-3115
$
116
$
100
$
176
$
235
$
150
NSF Fees
1-00-3116
$
930
$
750
$
390
$
450
$
450
Hold Harmless
1-00-3229
$
175,060
$
134,394
$
104,604
$
150,000
$
175,000
Art.44 - 1/2% Local Opt. Sales Tax
1-00-3230
$
1,292
$
-
$
1,565
$
1,565
$
Art. 39 - 1 % Local Opt. Sales Tax
1-00-3231
$
276,338
$
242,817
$
134,986
$
200,000
$
276,000
Art. 40 - 1/2% Local Opt. Sales Tax
1-00-3232
$
185,360
$
188,174
$
100,477
$
150,000
$
185,000
Art. 42 - 1/2% Local Opt. Sales Tax
1-00-3233
$
127,681
$
121,713
$
65,726
$
125,000
$
130.000
Sales Tax on Telecommunications
1-00-3234
$
33,381
$
10,000
$
7,523
$
10,031
$
34,000
Piped Natural Gas Excise Tax
1-00-3235
$
2,145
$
500
$
106
$
141
$
1,000
Powell Bill
1-00-3316
$
142,627
$
145,389
$
148,122
$
148,122
$
142,000
Safe Grant
1-00-3317
$
-
$
250
$
500
$
500
$
-
Wellness Grant
1-00-3319
$
500
$
500
$
-
$
500
$
-
Cable Franchise Fee
1-00-3323
$
37,348
$
13,000
$
11,918
$
15,890
$
36,000
UtilityFranchise Tax
1-00-3324
$
74,446
$
27,000
$
21,344
$
70,000
$
86,450
Ordinance Fee
1-00-3326
$
50
$
$$
-
$
-
$
-
Veteran's Memorial Misc/En ravin
1-00-3333
$
5,350
$
1,500
$
1,575
$
1,675
$
1,500
Planning/Zoning Fees
1-00-3340
$
667
$
550
$
1,300
$
1,300
$
500
Sale of Recyclable Materials
1-00-3351
$
-
$
-
$
350
$
350
$
-
Bank Fee Debit Card
1-00-3830
$
-
$
-
$
71
$
100
$
50
Investment Earnings
1-00-3831
$
12,681
$
12,000
$
5,180
$
7,020
$
6,000
Investment Earnings on Powell Bill
1-00-3832
$
3,029
$
1,500
$
1,275
$
1,802
$
1,500
Mowing/Snow Removal
1-00-3833
$
-
$
550
$
-
$
-
$
250
Solid Waste Fee
1-00-3834
$
109,124
$
172,368
$
133,515
$
176,937
$
170,462
Solid Waste Revenue
1-00-3835
$
3,473
$
1,500
$
1,856
$
2,474
$
2,500
Parks/RecSponsorship
1-00-3836
$
1,000
$
1,250
$
360
$
400
$
500
Baird Park Rental
1-00-3837
$
5,250
$
3,500
$
2,940
$
4,100
$
4,500
Parks/Rec Donation - Pepsi 3of3
1-00-3838
$
2,500
$
2,500
$
-
$
2 500
$
2,500
Miscellanous Revenue
11-00-3889
1-00-3839
$
5,386
$
2,000
$
1,130
$
1,254
$
4,000
Loan Proceeds
1-00-3840
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Settlement Agreement -Veterans Memorial
1-00-3841
$
25,000
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Veteran's Memorial Park Rental
1-00-3842
$
-
$
-
$
260
$
260
$
250
Cash Over/Under
1-00-3843
$
-
$
-
$
33,000
$
-
$
-
Powell Bill Reserve
$
-
$
492,000
$
-
$
351,328
$
424,600
Fund Balance Appropriated
1-00-3990
$
256,093
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
TOTALS: 1
1
$
1,909,042
$
2,008,221
$
1,164,139
$
1,836,344
$ 2,105,636
Property/Vehicle
$
420,624
Sales/Use Tax
$
766,000
Powell Bill/Powell Bill Reserve
$
566,600
Solid Waste Fee
$
170,462
State Shared
$
160,200
Planning,Zoning,Fees
$
1,000
Investment Earnings
$
7,500
Misc
$
13,250
$ 2,105, 636
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Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Revenues
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
Utility Fund 2 Summary Page No: 3
Account
Dept.
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Water
80.
$582,123
$465,100
$418,705
$532,593
$575,100
Sewer
90
$112,491
$140,600
$82,294
$99,000
$149,200
TOTALS:
$6.94,614
$605,700
$500,999
$631,593
$724,300
52

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Revenues
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
utility Fund 2 Dept: Water Page No: 4
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
rent Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Water Sales
2-00-3710
$549,694
$438,000
$402,246
$512,018
$555,000
Taps and Connections
2-00-3711
$1,500
$2,500
$1,500
$1,500
$1,500
Reconnection Fees
2-00-3713
$5,370
$4,000
$2,707
$3,800
$4,000
Late Charges .
2-00-3714
$11,873
$8,500
$8,027
$10,702
$8,500
Investment Earnings
2-00-3831
$13,433
$12,000
$4,124
$4,439
$6,000
Misc. Revenue
2-00-3839
$253
$100
$101
$134
$100
Capital Contributions
2-00-3850
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
Operating transfer from General Fund
2-00-3900
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
TOTALS:
$ 582,123
1 $ 465,100
$ 418,705
$ 532,593
$ 575,100
53

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Revenues
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
utility Fund 2 1 Dept: Sewer
Page No: 5
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
ent Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Sewer Charges
2-00-3750
$ 112,491
$ 99,000
$ 82,294
$ 99,000
$ 104,500
Sewer Tap & Connections
2-00-3751
$ -
$ -
$ -
.$ -
$ -
Fund Balance Appropriation
2-00-3901
$ -
$ 41,600
$ -
$ -
$ 44,700
TOTALS:
$ 112,491
$ 140,600
$ 82,294
$ 99,000
$ 149,200
54

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year:.2012-2013
Summary Fund Page No: 6
Account
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
General Fund
1
$ 1,909,041
$ 2,008,221
$ 1,469,094
$ 1,798,578
$ 2,105,636
UtilityFund
2
$ 618,400
$ 605,700
$ 507,004
$ 536,292
$ 724,300
TOTALS:
$ 2,527,441
$ 2,613,921
$ 1,976,098
$ 2,334,870 $ 2,829,936
55

General
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
Fund 1 Summary
Pa a No: 7
Account
Dept.
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
I Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Governing Body
10
$
17,283
$
32,150
$
18,441
$
26,264
$
31,300
Administration
20
$
380,942
$
370,400
$
241,974
$
335,567
$
362,757
Finance
30
$
53,849
$
62,221
$
38,624
$
55,523
$
62,625
Public Works
40
$
138,130
$
157,200
$
94,254
$
134,389
$
313,600
Streets & Highways
50
$
139,593
$
492,000
$
351,328
$
409,797
$
424,600
Sanitation and Recycling
60,70
$
271,365
$
284,200
$
209,992
$
275,349
$
284,400
Community Development
45
$
20,101
$
53,750
$
27,899
$
39,357
$
24,100
Parks and Recreation
46
$
487,778
$
156,300
$
86;582
$
122,332
$
202,254
Operating Transfers
0
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Interlocal Transfer to Caldwell County
20
$
400,000
$
400,000
$
400,000
$
400,000
$
400,000
TOTALS:
$
1,909,041 1
$
2,008,221
$ 1,469,094 1
$
1,798,578
$
2,105,636
56

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
Utility Fund 2 Summary Page No: 8
Account
Dept.
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Water
80
$457,650
$465,100
$416,024
$416,024
$575,100
I
Sewer
90
$160,750
; $140,600
$90,980
$120,268
$149,200
i
i
TOTALS:
$618,400
, $605,700
$507,004
$536,292
$7241300
57

General
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012-2013
Fund 1 Department: Governing Body
Page No: 9
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to •
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
1-10-4100
$
9,150
$
13,000
$
8,150
$
12,400
$
12,400
Employee Benefits
1-10-4103
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
Worker's Comp
1-10-4104
$
108
$
200
$
108
$
108
$
200
FICA & Medi Taxes
1-10-4106
$
976
$
1,200
$
622
$
948
$
1,200
Community Assistance Program
1-10-4109
$
-
$
1,000
$
-
$
1,000
$
1,000
Donations
1-10-4110
$
4,513
$
5,500
$
1,400
$
1,750
$
2,000
Payment Board of Elections
1-10-4111
$
-
$
3,750
$
3,392
$
3,392
$
4,000
Uniforms
1-10-4125
$
551
$
1,000
$
101
$
135
$
1,000
Office Supplies
1-10-4126
$
255
$
750
$
190
$
253
$
750
Travel & Training
1-10-4131
$
367
$
2,500
$
3,338
$
4,759
$
5,500
Council Mileage
1-10-4225
$
-
$
1,000
$
-
$
-
$
1,000
Miscellanous Expense
1-10-4295
$
921
$
1,500
$
777
$
1,036
$
1,500
Town Promotion Materials
.1-10-4515
$
442
$
750
$
363
$
483
$
750
TOTALS:
I
$
17.283
$
32,150
$
18,441
$
26,264
$
31,300
58

General
Fund 1
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Department: Administration
Page No: 10
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
1-20-4100
$
111,949
$
114,750
$
77,306
$
103,075
$
124,500
Overtime
1-20-4101
$
191
$
500
$
87
$
116
$
500
Employee Benefits
1-20-4103
$
27,002,
.$
40,000
$
28,075
$
37,433
$
42,500
Workers Compensation
1-20-4104
$
4,305
$
6,200
$
6,134
$
8,179
$
7,000
FICA & Medi Taxes
1-20-4106
$
8,210
$
12,000
$
5,906
$
7,875
$
10,000
Cultural/Recreational
1-20-4110
$
-
$
200
$
-
$
100
$
200
Accounting Fees
1-20-4118
$
10,005
$
12,000
$
10,025
$
10,025
$
11,500
Le al Fees
1-20-4119
$
49,245
$
33,000
$
19,568
$
45,000
$
35,000
Professional Fee -Architect
1-20-4121
$
77,750
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Uniforms
1-20-4125
$
-
$
2,500
$
274
$
1,000
$
1,500
Office Supplies
1-20-4126
$
4,689
$
6,000
$
3,716
$
4,955
$
6,300
Office Equipment
1-20-4127
$
1,111
$
1,500
$
275
$
367
$
7,500
Wellness & Health
1-20-4128
$
451
$
500
$
202
$
450
$
-
Freight In
1-20-4130
$
-
$
500
$
302
$
403
$
500
Travel & Schools
1-20-4131
$
2,146
$
7,000
$
6,300
$
8,400
$
10,000.
Telephone
1-20-4132
$
2,748
$
4,000
$
1,925
$
2,566
$
3,500
Utilities
1-20-4133
$
5,669
$
3,000
$
3,260
$
6,000
$
6,500
Permits and Fees
1-20-4134
$
375
$
600
$
375
$
500
$
600
Repair and Maintenance
1-20-4135
$
2,994
$
20,000
$
10,140
$
19,000
$
5,000-
Postage
1-20-4136
$
2,515
$
4,000
$
1,640
$
2,187
$
2,750
Advertising
1-20-4137
$
5,361
$
6,000
$
1,769
$
5,000
$
7,000
Newsletter
1-20-4138
$
1,994
$
4,000
$
1,003
$
1,337
$
2,000
Insurance and Bonds
1-20-4145
$
16,635
$
18,500
$
16,198
$
17,000
$
22,107
Dues and Subscriptions
1-20-4148
$
10,609
$
13,000
$
10,986
$
11,000
$
12,000
Capital Outla
1-20-4151
$
7,424
$
18,000
$
9,314.
$
10,000
$
-
Capital Reserve
1-20-4152
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Bank Service Charge
1-20-4170
$
5,068
$
5,000
$
2,435
$
3,635
$
5,100
Computer Supplies/Maintenance
1-20-4180
$
10,294
$
10,000
$
7,815
$
10,500
$
11,500
Town Website
1-20-4181
$
974
$
2,000
$
123
$
300
$
1,250
Previous Years Expenses
1-20-4199
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Fuel
1-20-4225
$
-
$
1,000
$
41
$
54
$
250
Leases & Maintenance
1-20-4243
$
385
$.
600
$
365
$
400
$
600
Penalties & Interest
1-20-4275
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Cash Over/Short
1-20-4280
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Miscellaneous
1-20-4295
$
4,813
$
9,550
$
5,032
$
6,710
$
6,500
Contract Services
1-20-4760
$
6,030
$
14,500
$
11,383
$
12,000
$
19,100
TOTALS:
$
380,942
$
370.400
$
241,974
$
335,567
$
362.757
59

General
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Fund 1 Department: Finance
Page No: 11
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
1-30-4100
$
38,071
$
40,000
$
26,293
$
39,000
$
42,000
Overtime
1-30-4101
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Employee Benefits
1-30-4103
$
11,016
$
12,900
$
8,267
$
11,023
$
13,500
Workers Compensation
1-30-4104
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
FICA & Medi Taxes
1-30-4106
$
2,960
$
3,700
$
2,011
$
3,000
$
3,500
Office Supplies
1-30-4126
$
199
$
750
$
581
$
600
$
500
Office Equipment
1-30-4127
$
-
$
500
$
-
$
-
$
-
Travel & Schools
1-30-4131
$
983
$
2,500
$
1,162
$
1,500
$
2,500
Insurance Bonds
1-30-4145
$
-
$
171
$
-
$
-
$
-
Dues and Subscriptions
1-30-4148
$
185
$
250
$
160
$
200
$
250
Computer Expense
1-30-4180
$
390
$
550
$
150
$
200
$
250
Fuel
1-30-4225
$
-
$
400
$
-
$
-
$
-
Miscellanous Ex
1-30-4295
$
45
$
500
$
-
$
-
$
125
Contract Services
1-30-4760
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
TOTALS:
$
53,849
$
62,221
$
38,624
$
55,523
$
62,625
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Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
General Fund 1 General Department.
LWorksa
e No: 12
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current
Yea
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb-12
Estima a
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
1-40-4100
$
71,256
$
60,800
$
40,574
$
60,000
$
64,000
Overtime
1-40-4101
$
-
$
250
$
-
$
-
$
250
Employee Benefits
1-40-4103
$
25,133
$
21,000
$
13,655
$
18,207
$
22,000
Workers Compensation
1-40-4104
$
2,787
$
7,000
$
5,276
$
7,000
$
6,000
FICA & Medi Taxes
1-40-4106
$
5,483
$
5,100
$
3,137
$
4,182
$
4,500
Engineer Fees
1-40-4120
$
400
$
4,700
$
2,035
$
4,000
$
17,100
Street Lights
1-401-4124
$
14,421
$
20,000
$
8,619
$
15,000
$
15,000
Uniforms
1-40-4125
$
589
$
1,500
$
1,000
$
1,500
$
1,500
Equipment & Materials
1-4.0-4129
$
1,592
$
1,000
$
-
$
-
$
1,700
Freight In
1-40-4130
$
-
$
500
$
11
$
15
$
250
Train in /Travel/Schools
1-40-4131
$
1,119
$
3,000
$
-
$
-
$
1,500
Telephone -Cell & Garage
1-404132
$
3,800
$
4,250.
$ .
1,138
$
3,000
$
4,000
Utilities
1-40-4133
$
5,741
$
6,000
$
3,765
$
5,020
$
6,500
Fees & Permits
1-40-4134
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Re air & Maintenance
1-40-4135
$
1,290
$
2,500
$
2,156
$
2,500
$
4,000
Unemployment Benefits
1-40-4149
$
-
$
5,500
$
1,987
$
2,600
$
5,500
Capital Outla
1-40-4151
$
-
$
6,000
$
5,363
$
5,363
$
150,000
Computer Expense
1-40-4180
$
-
$
500
$
152
$
202
$
500
Prior Year Expense
1-40-4199
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Fuel
1-40-4225
$
1,517
$
2,300
$
125
$
200
$
1,500
Miscellanous Exp.
1-40-4295
$
759
$
3,000
$
3,209
$
3,300
$
3,500
Materials & Supplies
1-40-4515
$
2,243
$
2,300
$
2,052
$
2,300
$
2,500
Contract Services
1-40-4760
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
1,800
TOTALS:
$
138,130
$
157,200
$
94,254 1
$
134,389
$
313,600
61

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Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Fund 1 Department: Streets/Highways
Page No: 13
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Powell Bill Wages
1-50-4100
$
39,654
$
42,900
$
27,286
$
42,000
$
43,000
Powell Bill Overtime
1-50-4101
$
348
$
750
$
255
$
340
$
500
Powell Bill Em o ee Benefits
1-50-4103
$
13,465
$
14,750
$
9,585
$
14,500
$
15,250
Powell Bill FICA & Medi Taxes
1-50-4106
$
3,072
$
3,500
$
2,118
$
2,823
$
3,500
Powell Bill Equipment
1-50-4117
$
-
$
1,000
$
-
$
-
$
5,600
Powell Bill Engineer Fees
1-50-4120
$
54,267
$
25,000
$
36,351
$
48,467
$
45,000
Powell Bill Safety Equip/Materials
1-50-4129
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
2,000
Powell Bill Freight In
1-50-4130
$
-
$
500
$
45
$
60
$
250
Powell Bill Repair & Maintenance
1-50-4135
$
10,741
$
25,600
$
13,681
$
18,241
$
235,000
Powell Bill Capital Outlay
1-50-4151
$
8,299
$
110,000
$
86,335
$
100,000
$
-
Powell Bill Miscellanous Ex
1-50-4295
$
-
$
1,000
$
204
$
272
$
500
Powell Bill Materials & Supplies
1-50-4515
$
9,747
$
12,000
$
7,102
$
9,469
$
12,000
Powell Bill Drainage
1-50-4557
$
-
$
55,000
$
33,625
$
33,625
$
-
Powell Bill Paving
1-50-4559
$
-
$
200,000
$
134,741
$
140,000
$
62,000
TOTALS:
$
139,593
$
492,000
$
351,328
$
409,797
$
424,600
62

General
Fund 1
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates -Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Department:
Sanitation
Page No: 14
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
1-60-4100
$
55,177
$
57,500
$
39,440
$
56,000
$
62,000
Overtime
1-60-4101
$
286
$
600
$
560
$
747
$
600
Employee Benefits
1-60-4103
$
20,763
$
22,500
$
14,901
$
20,868
$
23,000
Workers Compensation
1-60-4104
$
2,287
$
4,000
$
2,838
$
2,838
$
2,500
FICA & Medi Taxes
1-60-4106
$
4,249
$
4,600
$
3,055
$
4,573
$
5,000.
Recycle Rewards
1-60-4110
$
-
$
400
$
184
$
400
$
450
Engineer Fees
1-60-4120
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Uniforms
1-60-4125
$
211
$
1,000
$
631
$
841
'$
1,000
Freight In
1-60-4130
$
-
$
500
$
39
$
52
$
250
Telephone
1-60-4132
$
-
$
600
$
317
$
423
$
600
Fees & Permits
1-60-4134
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Re air & Maintenance
1-60-4135
$
15,138
$
17,500
$
10,696
$
15,200
$
40,000
Postage
1-60-4136
$
598
$
700
$
411
$
548
$
700
Printing
1-60-4138
$
-
$
-
$
-
$:
-
$
-
Capital Outla
1-60-4151
$
1,736
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Capital Reserve -Trash Truck
1-60-4152
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
43,000
Fuel
1-60-4225
$
18,829
$
21,500
$
14,643
$
19,524
$
24,000
Debt Service Payment
1-60-4270
$
71,609
$
72,000
$
73,772
$
73,772
$
-
Penalties & Interest
1-60-4275
$
4,391
$
4,500
$
2,228
$
2,228
$
-
Allowance for Doubtful Accts
1-60-4285
$
-
$
500
$
-
$
250
$
500
Miscellaneous
1-60-4295
$
79
$
200
$
135
$
180
$
200
Materials & Supplies
1-60-4515
$
257
$
600
$
379
$
505
$
600
Contracted Services
1-60-4760
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Landfill Expenses
1-60-4761
$
16,621
$
15,000
$
10,604
$
16,000
$
15,000
Recycling Service
1-70-4762
$
59,134
$
60,000
$
35,159
$
60,400
$
65,000
TOTALS:
$
271,365 1
$
284,200.1
$
209,992 1
$
275,3491
$
284.400
63

General
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Fund 1 Dept: Community Development
Page No: 15
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to. Estimated
Feb. 2012 Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
1-45-4100
$
79
$
600
$
25
$
100
$
200
Workers Compensation
1-45-4104
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
FICA & Medi Taxes
1-45-4106.
$
2
$
100
$
2
$
6
$
50.
Code Enforcement/Planning
1-45-4112
$
12,469
$
23,000
$-
9,500
$
12,667
$
20,000
Engineering Fees
1-45-4120
$
-
$
500
$
-
$
-
$
-
Office Equipment
1-45-4127
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Contractors
1-45-4135
$
3,300
$
13,500
$
5,310
$
7,079
$
3,000
Postage
1-45-4136
$
-
$
100
$
89
$
100
$
100
Advertising
1-45-4137
$
-
$.
500
$
295
$
394
$
500
Unemployment Benefits'
1-45-4149
$
-
$
-
$
11
$
11
$
100
Materials & Supplies
1-45-4515
$
34
$
300
$
-
$
-
$
-
Planning Contract
1-45-4530
$
4,133
$
15,000
$
12,667
$
19,000
$
-
Plat & Zoning Fees
1-45-4980
$
84
$
150
$
-
$
-
$
150
TOTALS:
$
20,101
$
53,750
$
27,899
$
39,357
$
24,100
64

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
General Fund 1 Dept: Parks & Recreation Pa a No: 16
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
1 Entire Year
2012-13
I Estimate
Wages
1-46-4100
$ 30,904
$ 40,600
$ 23,698
$ 36,932
$ 28,000
Overtime
1-46-4101
$-
$ 100
$ -
$ . -
$ 100
Wages Part Time
1-46-4102
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ 9,637
$ 19,000
Employee Benefits
1-46-4103
$ 8,109
$ 11,200
$ 7,228
$ 665
$ 12,000
Workers Compensation
1-46-4104
$ 197
$ 1,500
$ 499
$ 2,500
$ 1,500
FICA &'Medi Taxes
1-46-4106
$ 2,364
$ 3,200
$ 1,813
$ -
$ 3,700
Donations
1-46-4110
$ -
$ 1,000
$ -
$ -
$ -
Engineer Fees
1-46-4120
$ 26,143
$ 10,000
$ 859
$ 1,200
$ 5,000
Veteran's Memorial Engraving
1-46-4122
$ 3,000
$ 5,000
$ 5,000
$ 5,000
$ 5,500
Veteran's Park Flood Lights
1-46-4124
$ -
$ 550
$ 420
$ 500
$ 550
Uniforms
1-46-4125
$ 262
$ 500
$ 657
_
$_ 657
$ 1,000
Equipment
1-46-4129
$ -
$ 1,000
$ -
$
-
$ 1,000
Freight In
1-46-4130
$ -
$ 500
$ 230
$ 307
$ 350
Telephone Cell
1-46-4132
$ -
$ 600
$ 317
$ 450
$ 500
Utilities
1-46-4133
$ 12,563
$ 14,750
$ 7,457
$ 13,000
$ 14,750
Permits/Fees
1-46-4134
$ -
$ 50
'$ -
$
-
$ -
Re air and Maintenance
1-46-4135
$ 12,112
$ 15,000
$ 10,054
$ 13,405
$ 45,304
Advertising
1-46-4137
$ 770
$ 500
$ -
$
-
$ -
Sponsorship (Signs)
1-46-4141
$ -
$ 1,000
$ -
$
-
$
Capital Outlay
1-46-4151
$ 367,926
$ 18,000
$ 12,887
$
17,182
$ 33,500
Capital Reserve
1-46-4152
$ -
$ -
$ -
$
-
$ -
Fuel
1-46-4225
$ 2,711
$ 3,500
$ 1,948
$
2,800
$ 3,250
Debt Service Payment
1-46-4270
$ -
$ -
$ -
$
-
$ -
Miscellaneous Expense
1-46-4295
$ 634
$ 1,000
$ 14
$
18
$ 500
Materials & Supplies
1-46-4515
$ 20,083
$ 24,100
$ 12,541
$
16,800
$ 25,000
Water Purchases
1-46-4558
$ -
$ 400
$ 132
$
176
$ 250
Contract Services
1-46-4760
$ -
$ 2,250
$ 828
$
1,103
$ 1,500
TOTALS:
$ 487,778
$ 156,300
$ 86,582
$ 122,332
$ 202,254
65

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
General Fund 1 Department: Operating Transfers Page No:17
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current
Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
201142
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Operating Transfer to Water
1-00-4490
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
Operating Transfer to Sewer
1-00-4491
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$
Operating Transfer to Capital Projects
1-00-4493
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
Operating Transfer to CDBG-R 2012
1-00-4494
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
$ -
TOTALS:
$ -
$ -
$

Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 -2013
General Fund 1 Department: Interlocal Transfer Page No: 18
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget Actual to
2011-12 Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012=13
Estimate
Interlocal Transfer
to Caldwell County
1-20-4296
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
TOTALS:
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
$ 400,000 1
$ 400,000
$ 400,000
67

Utility
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Fund 2 Dept: Water
Page No: 19
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
Current Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
Actual to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
2-80-4100
$
39,960
$
62,000
$
35,089
$
55,000
$
76,000
Overtime
2-80-4101
$
1,785
$
2,500
$
524
$
700
$
2,250
Employee Benefits
2-80-4103
$
15,206
$
20,000
$
11,140
$
17,000
$
31,000
Workers Compensation
2-80-4104
$
1,387
$
3,000
$
2,238
$
2,238
$
3,500
FICA & MC Taxes
2-80-4106
$
3,250
$
4,000
$
2,744
$
3,700
$
5,800
Engineer Fees
2-80-4120
$
906
$
10,000
$
6,475
$
9,500
$
10,000
Uniforms
2-80-4125
$
229
$
750
$
478
$
700
$
1,200
Office Supplies
2-80-4126
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Wellness and Health
2-80-4128
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Equipment/Materials
2-80-4129
$
-
$
1,200
$
-
$
-
$
1,000
Freight In
2-80-4130
$
-
$
500
$
94
$
125
$
250
Travel/Training
2-80-4131
$
-
$
2,000
$
131
$
250
$
1,000
Telephone -Cell Phone
2-80-4132
$
127
$
900
$
727
$
850
$
1,000
Utilities
2-80-4133
$
723
$
1,750
$
85.
$
800
$
1,500
Permits & Fees
2-80-4134
$
3,787
$
4,000
$
2,911
$
3,881
$
4,000
Repair & Maintenance
2-80-4135
$
31,875
$
23,750
$
15,000
$
20,000
$
22,500
Postage
2-80-4136
$
5,751
$
5,500
$
3,711
$
5,000
$
6,000
Printing
2-80-4138
$
2,445
$
3,000
$
1,100
$
2,500
$
3,000
Capital Outla
2-80-4151
$
-
$
56,850
$
27,791
$
38,000
$
85,000
Capital Reserve
2-80-4152
$
3,000
$
4,000
$
-
$
-
$
36,300
Commerce Grant - Automated Solutions
2-80-4153
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
Depreciation
2-80-4160
$
44,988
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Prior Year Expenditures
2-80-4199
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Fuel
2-80-4225
$
6,488
$
8,000
$
5,332
$
7,000
$
8,000
Debt Service Payment (Cajah's Mtn wL)
2-80-4270
$
-
$
5,900
$
-
$
5,900
$
5,900
Penalties/Interest
2-80-4275
$
4,075
$
500
$
-
$
-
$
-
Cash Over/Short
2-80-4280
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Allowance for Bad Debt
2-80-4285
$
92
$
2,000
$
-
$
2,200
$
2,500
Miscellanous Ex
2-80-4295
$
132
$
1,500
$
557
$
745
$
1,000
Materials & Supplies
2-80-4515
$
5,556
$
17,000
$
6,851
$
9,135
$
15,000
Water Purchases
2-80-4558
$
214,296
$
201,000
$
121,270
$
215,000
$
222,100
Technical Support- Water
2-80-4560
$
1,809
$
1,500
$
357
$
1,900
$
2,000
Caldwell Co. Water Lines
2-80-4562
$
10,500
$
10,500
$
10,500
$
10,500
$
16,500
Contracted Services
2-80-4760
$
2,600
$
11,500
$
2,525
$
3.,400
$
10,800
Transfer to Capital
2-80-9999
$
56,683
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
TOTALS:
$
457,650
$
465,100
$
257,630
$
416,024
$
575,100
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Utility,
Town of Sawmills
Annual Budget Estimates - Expenditures
Fiscal Year: 2012 - 2013
Fund 2 Department*
Page No: 20
Account
Account
Number
Last Year
urrent Year
Actual
2010-11
Budget
2011-12
al to
Feb. 2012
Estimated
1 Entire Year
2012-13
Estimate
Wages
2-90-4100
$
39,777
$
46,000
$
27,999
$
40,000
$
24,000
Overtime
2-90-4101
$
2,260
$
2,000
$
1,061
$
1,500
$
1,250
Employee Benefits
2-90-4103
$
15,209
$
17,000
$
10,985.
$
16,000
$
9,000
Workers Compensation
2-90-4104
$
1,387
$
3,000
$
2,188
$
2,188
$
1,500
FICA & MC Taxes
2-90-4106
$
3,287
$
3,200
$
2,243
$
3,000
$
2,500
Engineer Fees
2-90-4120
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
18,000
Uniforms
2-90-4125
$
156
$
750
$
481
$
642
$
400
Equipment & Materials
2-90-4129
$
83
$
1,000
$
-
$
-
$
-
Freight In
2-90-4130
$
-
$
500
$
62
$
82
$
250
Travel/Training
2-90-4131
$
-
$
2,000
$
96
$
130
$
1,000
Telephone -Cell & Pump St
2-90-4132
$
1,391
$
1,800
$
1,109
$
1,500
$
1,800
Utilities
2-90-4133
$
6,690
$
6,000
$
4,838
$
6,700
$
7,000
Permits & Fees
2-90-4134
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
500
Repairs & Maintenance
2-90-4135
$
6,903
$
9,600
$
8,356
$
9,000
$
23,000
Capital Outla
2-90-4151
$
-
$
23,000
$
21,531
$
21,531
$
-
CDBG Sewer Grant
2-90-4153
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
40,000
Depreciation
2-90-4160
$
67,481
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
Allowance for Bad Debt
2-90-4285
$
-
$
500
$
-
$
500
$
500
Miscellaneous
2-90-4295
$
40
$
250
$
371
$
495
$
500
Materials & Supplies
2-90-4515
$
4,244
$
11,000.
$
2,447
$
5,000
$
5,000
Sewer Charges
2-90-4558
$
11,842
$
13,000
$
7,213
$
12,000
$
13,000
Transerto C I P
2-90-4999
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
$
-
TOTALS:
$
160,750
1 $
14000
1 $
90,980 1
$
120,268
$
149,200
69

C. X9 - fill "Dfinen+5
Town of Sawmills mills Capital Improvement Plan (10 Year)
. FY^FY 13 14 FY 14 15 FY 15 16 FY 16 17 FY 17 18 FY 18 19 FY 19 20 FY 20 21 FY 21 22
General Fund
Heat & Air Unit
10,000
15,000
30,000
Computers/Software
Town Car (Hybrid)
Town Hall (D/S)
120,000
120,000
120,000
120,000
120,000 120,000
Generator
25,000
General Fund Subtotal
1 0
10,000
15,000
30,000
120,000
120,000
145,000
120,000
120,000 120,000
Public Works
Extending"Facilities
150,000
Automated Gate
5,000
Security System
25,000
Garage Parking Lot
30,000
Mid Size Truck
40,000
Generator
25,000
General Fund Subtotal
150,000
60,000
40,000
0
0
25,000
Parks & Recreation
B. Park Basketball.Court >
231000
Baird/Replace Backstops
r 20,000;
Zero Turn Mower
10,500
Disc Golf Park
15,000
Veterans/Pave Ballfield Rd
30,000
Security System
25,000
Zero Turn Mower
15,000
Baird/Replace Lighting
60,000
V. Park Restrooms (2)
267,000
V. Park Water & Septic
46,000
V. Park Lighting
472,000
V. Park Maintenance Bld.
178,0 00
Veterans & Baird/Pavement
50,000
V. Park Access Rd.
55,000
V. Park N. Parking Lot
378,000
General Fund Subtotal
53,500
45,000
100,000
0
313,000
472,000
178,000
50,000
433,000

Town of Sawmills Capital Improvement Plan (10 Year)
FY 12 13. FY 13 14 FY 14 15 FY 15 16 FY 16 17 FY 17 18 FY 18 19 FY 19 20 FY 20 21 FY 21 22
General Fund Continued
Samtat�onWo
Trash Cans
15,000
80,000
80,000
75,000
80,000
Refuse Truck #2 (D/S)
Recycling Bins
Refuse Truck #3 (D/S)
80,000 80,000 80,000
General Fund Subtotal
0
95,000
155,000
80,000
0
80,000 80,000 80,000
Streets & Hiehways .
Speed` Humps ' ;
14000
Seal Cracks;Maintenance Duncan. Dr,
185,000
1-Ton Dump Truck
75,000
Snow-Plow-Backhoe
15,000
Woodland & Baird Dr
184,110
Right of Way Tractor/Mower
50,000
Rual Dr & Kendell PI
58,753
Moore Acres & Hunters Path
169,215
Seal Cracks, Spray Grass
90,000
General Fund Subtotal
197,000
274,110
108,753
169,215
90,000
FY 12 13
14 15
,F.Y-15 16;`: FY16 T7
1Y-17 18=FY 18 19; 'FX=19 20',- FY-20 21., FY'21' 22.
General F..und;.CLP..T,otal,-0 •400,500,.
, 484,110
....418 753
2Z9,215;
523;000
, ;697 000„ ,m,403,000 ;_, 250,000;. ,553,000,:::120;00,0

Town of Sawmills Capital Improvement Plan (10 Year)
r,FY 12 13 FY 13/14 FY 14/15 FY 15/16 FY 16/17 FY 17/18 FY 18/19 FY 19/20 FY 20/21 FY 21/22
Utility Fund
Water
Backhoe'.--, 85,000'
Stamey Rd. 102,6001
Cajah Mtn Rd. (West) 192,0010 00
Mid Size Truck 40,000
Horseshoe Bend Rd. 129,000
Virginia Acres Sub. 296,200
Electric Meter Readers 20,000]
Water Meters 100,000
Utility Fund Subtotal 85,000 102,600 232,000 129,000 296,200 0. 20,000 0 100,000
Sewer
Pave Pump Station (SCHS)
Computer Board (Mayfield)
GPS Device + Software
Mayfield Dr. Extension
Karr Dr. Extension
Utility Fund Subtotal
10,000
5,000
5,000
47,000
56,000
0 20,000 47,000 0
f.YIVL3,-- FY-14 lst� -Y, 15L FY16 -17e-tIEYj7L1—8"-1-9—nY-19L2-0,-mY20 2 — —i:-
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Section VI. #4 Pump Station Contingency Plan
1. All three pump stations have permanent generators.
2. These stations have a telemetry system with automatic. dialers, visual alarms as well as
well as audible alarms.
3: In case of power failure:
a. Duke Energy 1-800-777-9898
b. Town of Granite Electrical Dept. 828-396-3358
c. Smart Electric -Steve Smart 828-320-15930
d. T&M Electric 828-312-9706
e. Seagle Electric -David Seagle 828- 312-6799
f. In our supply room at Public Works we have multiple fusses, starters, breakers
and backup pumps.
4. Pump repair service is Sanders Electric-828-754-0513.
5. Emergency Pumping Services
a. Marshall Williams 828-728-7116
b. Phillip's Pumping 828-217-2311
c. Dave's Septic 828-728-7773
d. Stat Inc. 828-396-2304
6. Generators operate off of propone gas.
a. Blue Ridge Energy Company 828-758-4401
b. Cell phone number. 828-302-3871
7. Century Link provides telephone service 1-800-222-3680

FEBRUARY 2013
TOWN OF SAWMILLS
SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEM
SPILL RESPONSE PLAN
Index
Communications, Assessment, and Response Procedures Page 1
Source Control and Containment Procedures Pages 2-3
Document and Reporting Procedures Page 4
Contact List for Key Spill Response Personnel Page 5
Contact List for Key Contractors and Vendors Pages 6-7
Response Equipment and Supplies Pages 8-9
Post Spill Report Pages 10-12
Prepared by Ronnie Coffey, Public Works Director
Updated by Steve Coonse, Assistant Public Works Director
Collections ORC

Communications, Assessment, and Response Procedures
This plan is to be implemented in the event of a spill or overflow of the sewer collection
system. The plan is designed to allow response by Key Personnel within sixty (60)
minutes of a reported spill.
Initial Response
Spill reported to or detected by Town of Sawmills personnel or Caldwell County
Sheriff's Department. If after normal working hours, Sheriffs Department will contact
Town personnel within 15 minutes after the spill is reported unless Utility personnel are
already available on site.
Sheriff s Department initiates contact from Key Personnel list within 15 minutes of
reported spill starting with the Utilities Manager and continuing down the list until
positive contact is made. Preliminary assessment given to responding personnel and
instruction given to Sheriff s Department as required.
Key personnel reach spill site and continue assessment and initiate containment
procedures or source control as required and outlined in the Containment. and Source
Control Section of this plan.
Key personnel initiate remedial action to eliminate the cause of the blockage or system
failure as outlined in the Containment and Source Control Section of this plan.
Post Spill Response
After the spill is contained, the Division of Water Quality must be contacted as soon as
possible but no later than 24 hours after initial detection IF:
The spill has reached surface waters; or
The spill is greater than 1000 gallons.
Any spill that is gteater than 1000 gallons or reaches any surface water must be reported
within 24 hours to DWQ.
Spills that are fully contained, removed quickly, and are less than 1000 gallons are not
required to be reported to DWQ. A full spill report form, as enclosed in this plan, must
be filled out and kept on file.

Source Control and Containment Procedures
Depending on the nature of the spill or overflow, the initial spill assessment
should indicate the priority of source control and containment.
2. If the source can be isolated through valves, plugs, or other methods the flow
should be immediately shut off or reduced as soon as possible. If pumps are shut
down, the electrical panels should be checked to ascertain if power has been cut
off at the breaker. If so, power should be restored to the pumps in addition to the
other flow control options.
3. Containment methods are to include the use of sand to build dikes or use of the
backhoe to construct a containment pit in order to prevent the spill from reaching
surface waters.
4. Once initial source control and containment measures have been implemented, the
cause of the system failure should be ascertained.
5. In ascertaining the cause, several potential factors should be looked at in the case
of a pump station overflow:
Is the pump station receiving external power?
Are the pumps receiving power from the breaker box?
Is the pump straining to work or not responding at all?
Is the impeller jammed or blocked?
Is the motor burned up?
After these questions have been determined a proper response can be formulated.
6. If the problem is electrical and cannot be rectified with in-house personnel,
initiate contact with electrical contractors listed on the Key Contractor and
Vendor List.
7. Should there be an area -wide power outage event, the Public Works Department
is equipped with emergency generators.
8. If the problem is mechanical, collect parts from Maintenance Shop and initiate
repair.
9. If parts are not in inventory, immediately contact and emergency order parts from
vendors listed on the Key Contractor and Vendor List.
2

10. Return spill to the collection system by pumps, pump truck, or other means if
necessary.
11. Decontaminate affected area.
12. Tape off or isolate area from public entry.

Documentation and Reporting Procedures
All spills must be documented. Spills greater than 1000 gallons or that have reached any
surface water must also be reported to the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources, Division of Water Quality within twenty four (24) hours of detection. This
reporting should be done initially by telephone and followed up with a mailed or faxed
copy of the Spill Report. The contact person with DWQ is:
Division of Water Quality
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
828-296-4500
After 5:00 PM, weekends, and holidays, reportable spills should be reported to:
F-011111MI-M-013 •'
A spill report form (enclosed) with this plan should be filled out as soon as the spill is
contained and the potential for' further spills is eliminated. Three copies of the completed
report should be made and directed as follows:
1. Copy to the Town Administrator's office.
2. Copy to be filed at Town Hall.
3. Copy to be sent to DWQ if spill is greater than 1000 gallons or reaches
surface water. If this is unnecessary, the third copy should be discarded.
M

CONTACT LIST FOR KEY SPILL RESPONSE PERSONNEL
Upon notification of a spill or overflow event immediately call or page the first individual
on the following list. Should you not make contact with the first individual, continue
down the list until a contact is made. Do not page an individual and wait for a response
without continuing down the list immediately until a direct contact is made and the
situation has been communicated. Contact must be made and an assurance that one of
these individuals is in route before attempts to contact the next individual on the list is
discontinued.
1. Ronnie Coffey, Public Works Director
Monday -Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
2. Steve Coonse, Assistant Public Works Director
Monday -Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
3. Chad Duncan
Monday -Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
4. Matt Nagle
Monday -Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
5. Charles Cannon
Monday -Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
After 5:00 PM and Weekends
6. Caldwell County Sheriff's Department
Pump Lift Stations:
4636 Bert Huffman Drive, Hudson, NC
4430 Sawmills School Road, Granite Falls, NC
4850 Mayfield Drive, Granite Falls, NC
396-7903 or 396-2300
728-5358 or 312-9263 or 499-4822
396-7903 or' 96-2300
499-7188 or 726-9155
396-7903 or 396-2300
493-4638 or 396-2295
396-7903 or 396-2300
493-3399
396-7903 or 396-2300
493-3363 or 728-8335
758-2324 or 911
All stations have telemetry, which first calls the Town Hall, next calls the Public Works
Director, the Assistant Public Works Director, and then the Sheriffs Department.
5

Contact List for Key Contractors and Vendors
This list contains key contractors that may be necessary in the event of Equipment failure
or other aspects or spill response.
Engineer
West Consultants
433-5661
Water/Sewer Contractors
Max Prestwood Water and Sewer 754-9315
F & S Contractors 433-5270
Sewer Pumbin2 Trucks
Asbury Pumping & Cleaning 584-1126
Philip's Pumping and Cleaning 728-7553
728-9080
William's Septic Tank Service 728-7116
Roto-Rooter, Lenoir 758-3000
Roto-Rooter, Hickory 433-7766
322-2801
Electric Pumn and Motor Repair
High Country Electric Motor 877-241-6769
336-246-4500
Canipe & Lynn Electric Motor 322-9052
Sanders Electric Motor 754-0513
on

Electric Contractors
Seagle's Electric 728-7420
312-6799
Graves Electric 396-3338
312-6548
Steve Smart Electric Co. 874-2875
Part and Equipment Vendors
Hughes Supply 888-686-2660
Jim Hicks 828-324-9705 x 12
Pager 828-345-7916
Ferguson Enterprises 800-768-7685
US Filter 800-829-5142
Specialized Emergency Response
Caldwell County Emergency Management 757-1280
7

Response Equipment
2012 F-550 with Electrical Crane
Public Works Shop
with Portable Generator
Sewer Equipment of America
Model 747-FR-2000 Rotator
Sewer Jet Cleaner
Public Works Shop.
2-1/2" Trash Mud Pump
Public Works Shop
Kubota Portable Generator
Public Works Shop
Dump Truck
Public Works Shop
New Holland 555 Backhoe
Public Works Shop
Case 360 Backhoe-Trencher
Public Works Shop
2012 B95 B Backhoe
Public Works Shop
Rigid See Snake Camera
Public Works Shop
Confined Space Safety Rescue & Retrieval System
Public Works Shop
Drager X-AM 2000 Four Gas Monitor
Public Works Shop
Hurco Smoker
Public Works Shop
Confined Space Blower Ventilation Equipment
Public Works Shop
1992 Sreco Rodding Machine
Public Works Shop
Personal Protective Equipment
Public Works Shop
Pipe Saw
Public Works Shop
Hand Tools
Utility Truck
N.

Generator (Permanent)
Generator (Permanent)
Generator (Permanent)
Burt Huffman Drive
Sawmills School Road
Mayfield Drive
W

r
0
Person reporting spill/bypass: Phone Number:
Signature:
For DWQ Use Only:
Oral report taken by:
Date:
Report taken on (Date):
DWQ requested additional written report: Yes No
If yes, what additional information is needed?
Asheville Regional Office
NCDENR-DWQ Section Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
After hours, weekends, or holidays, call 1-800-858-0368
13

�ICDECNR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P. E. John Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
March 25, 2013
Seth Eckard, Town Manager
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, NC 28630
Subject: Permit No. WQCS00318
Town of Sawmills
Sawmills Collection System
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Eckard:
REDEf VED
APR - 1 2013
DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
sheville
ARegional Office
In accordance with your application received February 27"h, 2013, we -are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQCS00318, dated March 25, 2013, to the Town of Sawmills for the operation and
maintenance of the subject wastewater collection system.
This permit shall be effective from June 1", 2013 until May 31st, 2021 and shall be subject to the
conditions and limitations specified herein. It is your responsibility to thoroughly review this
permit. Please pay particular attention to the monitoring and reporting requirements in this
permit and any compliance schedules shown in bold.
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. The collection system is considered all gravity lines,
pump stations, force mains, low pressure sewer systems, STEP systems, vacuum systems, etc.
and associated piping, valves and appurtenances that help to collect, manage and transport
wastewater to a wastewater treatment plant under the Permittee's ownership or maintained and
operated by the Permittee through a perpetual legal agreement. Satellite systems are systems
tributary to the Permittee's collection system but those collection systems are not owned or
maintained by the Permittee. The system description provided on Page 1 of this permit is meant
to provide a general idea about the size of the system and may not be all inclusive of the
collection system at the time of permit issuance or afterward.
A release of wastewater from the wastewater collection system is referred to herein as a Sanitary
Sewer Overflow (SSO). The evaluation of enforcement options after an SSO will be determined
considering the criteria listed in condition I(2)(a) and 1(2)(b) of the permit and all other relevant
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 olle '
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NortliCarolina
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.orq Natur,711Y
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

«Owner_ Affiliation)), «Owner Affiliation Title»
March 25, 2013
Page 2 of 3
information available or requested of .the Permittee. Compliance with all conditions of the
permit as well as all statutes and regulations pertaining to the collection system must be
maintained or appropriate enforcement actions may be taken as noted in Condition VI(2).
A reportable SSO is an SSO greater than 1,000 gallons to the ground or an SSO of any amount
that reaches surface water (including through ditches, storm drains, etc.) Below is the procedure
to use for reporting SSOs to the Division:
1. Report by telephone to a Division of Water Quality (DWQ) staff member (not email,
facsimile, or voicemail) at your regional DWQ office during regular business hours
(Monday to Friday, 8AM to 5PM) as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours
after the SSO is known or discovered. To report outside of regular business hours, call
[phone].
2. Follow up the verbal report by sending a completed written report on the most current
Division approved form within five days.
To provide a uniform method for all systems covered under this permit and to provide useful and
consistent information pertaining to SSOs, please utilize form CS-SSO consisting of two parts.
Part I serves to provide to the Division the required information that has always been necessary.
Part II serves as an area to provide a justification for the spill, as optional under Condition I(2) of
your permit. Form CS-SSO can be downloaded from the SSO Reporting area at
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/cs/ssol ort.
An NOV, civil penalty, and/or a moratorium on the addition of waste to the system may be
issued if adequate justification for an SSO is NOT submitted to the regional office. In order to
submit a. claim for justification of an SSO, you must use Form CS-SSO with additional
documentation as necessary. DWQ staff will review the justification claim and determine if
enforcement action is appropriate. Please be advised that the information needed to justify a spill
is very comprehensive. Begin using this form immediately to report SSOs from the collection
system. Continue to use our old form for reporting bypasses at the wastewater treatment plant
until further notice. The time frame for submittal of both Part I and Part II, if pertinent, is five
days.
Failure to abide by the conditions in this permit may subject the Permittee to enforcement action.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the
right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty days following the
receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative
Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made,
this permit shall be final and binding.

«Owner_ Affiliation)), uOwner_Afiiliation_Title»
Match 25, 2013
Page 3 of 3
If you have questions regarding compliance contact your regional office or the Pretreatment,
Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit of the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning this permit, please
contact Michael Leggett at [phone].
Sincerely,
for Charles Wakild, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
by Deborah Gore, Supervisor
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, Collection System Unit
enclosure: Permit No. WQCS00318
cc: Caldwell County Health Department
_ s e ill Regional Ofiaee, St�arface Wate ProtectirsnS�ctii n
Water Quality Central Files - WQCS00318
Steve Reid, NPDES — Compliance & Expedited Permitting Unit (electronic)
PERCS Files (electronic)

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
SYSTEM -WIDE WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article-21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of
North Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO THE
Town of Sawmills
Caldwell County
FOR THE
operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system consisting of, at the time of permit
issuance, approximately 10.13 miles of gravity sewer, approximately 2.56 miles of force main,
3 duplex pump stations, and all associated piping, valves, and appurtenances required to make
a complete and operational wastewater collection system to serve the Town of Sawmills and
any deemed permitted satellite, pursuant to the application received February 27th, 2013, and in
conformity with the documents referenced therein and other supporting data subsequently filed
and approved by the Department of Environment and. Natural Resources and considered a part
of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from June 1st, 2013 until May 31st, 2021, and shall be subject to
the following specified conditions and limitations:
1. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of
Lenoir Wastewater Treatment Facility (NC0023736) prior to being disposed into the
receiving stream. This collection system permit_ will be referenced upon renewal or
modification of your NPDES permit(s).
2. The wastewater collection system shall be effectively managed, maintained and
operated at all times so that there is no SSO to land or surface waters, nor any
contamination of groundwater. In the event that the wastewater collection system fails to
perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall
take immediate corrective actions, including actions that may be required by the Division
of Water Quality (Division), such as the construction of additional or replacement sewer
lines and/or equipment.

3. The Director may take enforcement action against the Permittee for SSOs that must be
reported to the Division as stipulated in Condition IV(2). This includes SSOs that were
caused by severe natural conditions or exceptional events unless the Permittee
demonstrates through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other
relevant evidence that:
a. The SSO was caused by severe natural conditions; there were rio feasible
alternatives to the SSO, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities, retention
of untreated wastewater, reduction of inflow and infiltration, use of adequate
back-up equipment, or an increase in the capacity of the system. This provision
is not satisfied if, in the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment, the
Permittee should have installed auxiliary or additional collection system
components, wastewater retention or treatment facilities, adequate back-up
equipment or should have reduced inflow and infiltration; or
b. The SSO was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors
beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee; the SSO could not have been
prevented by the exercise of reasonable control, such as proper management,
operation and maintenance; adequate treatment facilities or collection system
facilities or components (e.g., adequately enlarging treatment or collection
facilities to accommodate growth or adequately controlling and preventing
infiltration and inflow); preventive maintenance; or installation of adequate back-
up equipment;
The Permittee can submit a claim to the Division Regional Office that the SSO meets the
criteria of this condition. The Permittee has the option of submitting this claim along with
the spill report required by Condition IV(2) (i.e., within five days) in order to be
considered for immunity from enforcement action. Form CS-SSO Part II, or most current
Division approved form, shall be used for any claims. The Permittee has the burden of
proof that the above criteria have been met.
4. The Permittee shall establish by ordinance its legal authority to require new sewers be
properly constructed; to ensure proper inspection and testing of sewer mains and
service laterals; to address flows from satellite systems and to take enforcement action
as required by Condition 1(5).
5. The Permittee shall develop and implement an educational fats, oils and grease program
that shall include at least bi-annual distribution of educational material targeted at both
residential and non-residential users. The Permittee shall also develop and implement
an enforceable fats, oils and grease program for non-residential users under which the
Permittee can take enforcement against users who have not properly installed, operated
and maintained grease traps or grease interceptors as directed or otherwise violated the
terms of the local ordinance pertaining to fats, oils and grease.
6. The Permittee shall adopt and implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to designate
funding for reinvestment into the wastewater collection system infrastructure. The CIP
should address the short-term needs and long-term "master plan" concepts. The CIP
should typically cover a three to five year period and include a goal statement,
description of the project area, description of the existing facilities, known deficiencies
(over a reasonable period) and forecasted future needs. Cost analysis is integral to the
CIP.

7. Existing overflow piping from manholes, and pump stations, excluding piping to approved
equalization structures, known or discovered after permit issuance shall be immediately
removed or permanently capped. Plugged emergency pumping connections are
allowable for portable pumping or rerouting without intentionally bypassing the
wastewater treatment facility.
8. The Permittee shall maintain a contingency plan for pump failure at each pump station.
If one of the pumps in a pump station containing multiple pumps fails, the process of
repairing or replacing the pump shall be initiated immediately and the new parts or pump
shall be installed as soon as possible. If the pump in a simplex pump station fails, it
shall be replaced immediately.
9. Each pump station shall be clearly and conspicuously posted with a pump station
identifier and an emergency contact telephone number at which an individual who can
initiate or perform emergency service for the wastewater collection system 24 hours per
day, seven days per week can be contacted. This emergency contact telephone number
shall be coupled with instructions that the emergency contact should be called if the
visual alarm illuminates, if the audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency is apparent.
10. Pump station sites, equipment and components shall have restricted access, per 15A
NCAC 02T .305(h)(4).
11. Pump stations that do not employ an automatic polling feature (i.e. routine contact with
pump stations from a central location to check operational status of the communication
system) shall have both audible and visual high water alarms.. The alarms shall be
weather-proof and placed in a clear and conspicuous location. Permits issued for the
construction of -pump stations that included high water alarms in the description must
maintain the alarms even if simple telemetry (i.e. notification of an alarm condition
initiated by the pump station control feature) is installed.
12. For all newly constructed, modified and rehabilitated pump stations, all equipment and
components located within the pump station shall be corrosion -resistant and
components in close proximity of the pump station shall be sealed within a corrosion -
resistant coating or encasement.
13. All construction and rehabilitation of the wastewater collection system (i.e., permitted or
deemed permitted) shall be scheduled to minimize the interruption of service by the
existing utilities. Construction and rehabilitation shall not result in the violation of
Condition (1)(2) of this permit.
II. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. Upon classification of the collection system by the Water Pollution Control System
Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and
employ a certified operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) and one or more certified
operator(s) to be back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G
.0201. The ORC shall visit the system within 24 hours of knowledge of a bypass, spill,
or overflow of wastewater from the system, unless visited by the Back -Up ORC, and
shall comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
2. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for reviewing all inspection,
maintenance, operational and complaint logs. If the review process results in the

identification of any recurring problem in the wastewater collection system that cannot be
resolved in a• short time period, the Permittee shall establish a plan for addressing the
problem(s).
3. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for testing emergency and
standby equipment.
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement a routine pump station inspection and
maintenance program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following
maintenance activities:
a. Cleaning and removing debris from the pump station structure, outside perimeter,
and wet well;
b. Inspecting and exercising all valves;
c. Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other mechanical equipment according to
the manufacturer's recommendations; and
d. Verifying the proper operation of the alarms, telemetry system and auxiliary
equipment.
5. For each pump station without pump reliability (i.e. simplex pump stations serving more
than a single building or pump stations not capable of pumping at a rate of 2.5 times the
average daily flow rate with the largest pump out of service), at least one fully
operational spare pump capable of pumping peak flow shall be maintained on hand.
6. The Permittee shall maintain on hand at least two percent of the number of pumps
installed, but no less than two pumps, that discharge to a pressure sewer and serve a
single building, unless the Permittee has the ability to purchase and install a
replacement pump within 24 hours of first knowledge of the simplex pump failure or
within the storage capacity provided in any sewer line extension permit.
7. Rights -of -way and/or easements shall be properly maintained to allow accessibility to the
wastewater collection system unless the Permittee can demonstrate the ability to gain
temporary access in an emergency situation where existing land -use conditions do not
allow the establishment and maintenance of permanent access. In this case, the
Permittee shall continue to observe the lines visually, utilize remote inspection methods
(e:g. CCTV) and use the opportunity of drier conditions to perform further inspections
and necessary maintenance.
8. The Permittee shall assess cleaning needs, and develop and implement a program for
appropriately cleaning, whether by hydraulic or mechanical methods, all sewer lines. At
least 10 percent of the wastewater collection system, selected at the discretion of the
ORC, shall be cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for sewer lines
less than five years old unless inspection otherwise reveals the need for cleaning or
cleaning is required by a sewer line extension permit.
.9. Adequate measures shall be taken to
associated with SSOs. The Permittee
addresses the following minimum items:
contain and properly dispose of materials
shall maintain a Response Action Plan that
a. Contact phone numbers for 24-hour response, including weekends and holidays;
b. Response time;
c. Equipment list and spare parts inventory;

d. Access to 'cleaning equipment;
e. Access to construction crews, contractors and/or engineers;
f. Source(s) of emergency funds;
g. Site sanitation and clean up materials; and
h. Post-SSO assessment.
10. The Permittee, or their authorized representative, shall conduct an on -site evaluation for
all SSOs as soon as possible, but no more than two hours after first knowledge of the
SSO.
11. In the event of an SSO or blockage within the wastewater collection system, the
Permittee shall restore the system operation, remove visible solids and paper, sanitize
any ground area and restore the surroundings.
III. RECORDS
1. Records shall be maintained to document compliance with Conditions 1(4), II(2) - 11(4),
II(7) - 11(8), IV(3) and V(1) -V(4). Records shall be kept on file for a minimum of three
years.
2. The Permittee shall maintain adequate records pertaining to SSOs, and complaints for a
minimum of three years. These records shall. include, but are not limited to, the following
information:
a. Date of SSO or complaint;
b. Volume of wastewater released as a result of the SSO and/or nature of
complaint;
c. Location of the SSO and/or complaint;
d. Estimated duration of the SSO;
e. Individual from the Division who was informed about the SSO and/or complaint,
when applicable;
f. Final destination of the SSO;
g. Corrective actions;
h. Known environmental/human health impacts resulting from the'SSO; and
i. How the SSO was discovered.
3. The Permittee shall maintain an up-to-date, accurate, comprehensive map of its
wastewater collection system that also notes the locations where other wastewater
collection systems become tributary. If a comprehensive map of the collection system
has not been established, a rough sketch shall be drawn. The Permittee shall map
approximately "10 percent of its existing collection system each year for the next ten
years beginning at the original permit issuance date, or until complete, whichever is
sooner. The comprehensive map shall include, but is not limited to: pipe size, pipe
material, pipe location, flow direction, approximate pipe age, number of active service
taps, and each pump station identification, location and capacity.
4. The Permittee shall maintain records of all of the modifications and extensions to the
collection system permitted herein. The Permittee shall maintain a copy of the
construction record drawings and specifications for modifications/extensions to the
wastewater collection system for the life .of the modification/extension. Information
concerning the extension shall be incorporated into the map of the wastewater collection
system within one year of the completion of construction. The system description

contained within this permit shall be updated to include this modification/extension
information upon permit renewal.
IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including, but not necessarily limited to, wastewater flow, groundwater,
surface water, soil or plant tissue analyses) deemed necessary by the Division to ensure
surface water and groundwater protection will be established, and an acceptable
sampling and reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. The Permittee shall verbally report to a Division of Water Quality staff member at the
Asheville Regional Office, at telephone number 828-296-4500 as soon as possible, but
in no case more than 24 hours following the occurrence or first knowledge of the
occurrence of either of the following:
a. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
b. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water.
Voice mail messages or faxed information shall not be considered as the initial verbal
report. SSOs (and other types of spills) occurring outside normal business hours may
also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800)
858-0368 or [phone]. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file
'a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division
approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report
shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur.
Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form)
can also be completed�to show that the SSO was beyond control.
3. The Permittee shall meet the annual reporting and notification requirements provided in
North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C.
V. INSPECTIONS
The Permittee or the Permittee's designee shall inspect the wastewater collection
system regularly to reduce the risk of malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors,
and other issues that may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment,
threaten human health or create nuisance conditions. The Permittee shall keep an
inspection log or summary including, at a minimum, the date and time of inspection,
observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the
Permittee.
2. Pump stations without Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems or
telemetry shall be inspected everyday (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations equipped
with SCADA systems or telemetry shall be inspected at least once per week.
3. A general observation of the entire collection system shall be performed throughout the
course of every year.
4. Inspections of all high priority lines (i.e. aerial line, sub -waterway crossing, line
contacting surface waters, siphon, line positioned parallel to stream banks that are
subject to eroding in such a manner that may threaten the sewer line, or line designated
as high -priority in a permit) shall be performed at least once per every six-month period

of time. A list of high -priority lines is presented as Attachment A and is hereby
incorporated into this permit condition. New high priority lines installed or identified after
permit issuance are incorporated by reference and subject to this permit condition until
permit renewal where they shall be referenced in writing in Attachment A.
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit is not transferable. In the event that the Permittee desires to transfer
ownership of the wastewater collection system or there is a name change of the
Permittee, a formal permit modification request shall be submitted to the Division. The
request shall be accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other
supporting materials as may be appropriate. Such request will be considered on its
merits and may or may not be approved.
2. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, and a sewer moratorium may be
established.
3. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and
all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government
agencies (i.e., -local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to
applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, soil erosion and sedimentation
control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General Permit
NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200
and 15A NCAC 02T .0100 and all applicable North Carolina Occupational Safety and
Health Act health and safety standards.
4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Division from reopening and modifying
the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit or terminating the permit as allowed by the
laws, rules, and regulations contained in 15A NCAC 02T .0100 and North Carolina
General Statute §I43-215.1 et. al., or as needed to address changes in federal regulations
with respect to the wastewater collection system.
5. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within thirty (30) days after being, billed by the
Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause the Division to initiate action to
revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 02T .0110(4).
6. The Permittee shall request renewal of this permit at least six months prior to the
expiration of this permit. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the
adequacy of the wastewater collection system described therein, and if warranted, will
extend the permit for a period of time and under such conditions and limitations, as the
Commission may deem appropriate.
7. The Permittee shall notify the Division's Pretreatment, Emergency Response and
Collection Systems Unit'in writing at 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina
27699-1617 of any changes to the name and/or address of the responsible party (i.e.
mayor, city/town manager) of the wastewater collection system.
8. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon
presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or
related to the collection system at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining

compliance with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained
under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of wastewater,
groundwater, surface water, soil, or plant tissue.
9. This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between the Town of Sawmills
and the City of Lenoir for the collection and final treatment of wastewater is in full force
and effect.
Permit issued this the 25�' of March, 2013
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
for Charles Wakild, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority.of the Environmental Management Commission
by Deborah Gore, Supervisor
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, Collection System Unit
Permit Number WQCS00318 (Renewal)

IV #4: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System
ttachment A for Condition V(4
High Priority Lines
(see system map for locations)
Little Gunpowder Creek 15" Outfall
#1
Aerial Creek Crossing
#2
Aerial Creek Crossing
#3
Wet Area
#4
Wet Area
#5
Aerial Creek Crossing
#6
Aerial Creek Crossing
#7
Aerial Creek Crossing
#8
8" Aerial Creek Crossing
Sawmills School Pump Station
#9 8" Creek Crossing with No Cover

Town of Sawmills $�
Sewer Capital Improvements
Cost Estimates
February 3, 2014
Year
Project Street(s)
Estimated Cost
2014 .
Maintenance to Stamey Road Pump Station
$64,000
2015
Mayfield Drive
$133,120
2016
South End of Stamey Road
$245,890
2017
Vdgewood Drive
$114,520
2018
Paul Drive, Icard Lane and Cloer Drive
$285,725
2019
North End of Stamey Road, Shaun Drive and
$196,560
Ralph's Place
2020 & 2021
Cajahs Mountain Road
$305,975
2022
Bakers Circle
$127,660
2023
Blackburn Court and Villa Lane
$173,705
2024 & 2025
Villa Woods, Loye Lane, Baker Circle and
$332,595
Cahntilly Drive (South End)
2026
Duncan Drvie and Chantilly Drive (North
$164,840
End)
2027
Clyde Drive and Burl Street
$223,680
2028
Cleo Drive, Karr Drive, Remont Street and
$233,845
Holden Place
2029
North End of Sawmills School Road
$63,225

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
April 28, 2014
Seth Eckard
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, NC 28630
SUBJECT: Collection System Inspection
Sawmills Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Eckard:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
On April 9, 2014, I conducted an inspection of the Town of Sawmills Collection System Program. Present
during the inspection were Chuck Cranford with the Division of Water Resources and Steve Coonse and Chad
Duncan with the Town of Sawmills. The program appeared to be well run and in compliance with permit
WQCS00318. The time and efforts of the collection system staff are appreciated.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for the inspection observations and comments. If you or your staff
have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
h /40�v
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
cc: Steve Coonse, ORC (e-copy) /
Central Files
Asheville Files
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/01/13 Expiration: 05/31/21 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Seth Eckard Title: Town Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0023736 City of Lenoir - Gunpowder Creek WWTP
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 EntryTime: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 02:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Linda S Wiggsd,,/- Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspectors): Ext.4653
Chuck Cranford Phone:
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
■ Monitoring, & Rpting ■ Inspections Pump Station Manhole
Reqmts
Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS0031 S Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Present during the inspection were Chuck Cranford with Division of Water Resources and Steve Coonse and Chad
Duncan with the Town of Sawmills. The program appears to be well run. The time and efforts of the staff are appreciated.
The system is a fairly new system carrying—10,000 GPD of wastewater, from —390 taps through — 53,491 LF of gravity
sewerlines and — 13,587 LF of force main lines, with 4 pump stations (3 public, 1 private but serving public entities).
The 4 pump stations are:
Mayfield - 200 GPM capacity
Elementary School - 120 GPM capacity
S. Caldwell High (Bert Huffman) - 300 GPM capacity
PW and Parks Building - This pump station now has two pumps, as had been required in a previous inspection.
Industries on this system include:
Automated Solutions, Precision Components, Kohler Campbell, Pactive, and Marx
Question Abbreviation:
NA - Not Applicable
NE - Not Evaluated
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Permit: WOCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 ' 'Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit:
Routine
Performance Standards
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
■
n
n
n
What educational tools are used?
Annual letter, flyer
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
■
n
❑
n
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
■
❑
n
El
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
■
0
❑
n
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
■
Cl
❑
n
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
■
n n
11
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
■
n
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
■
❑ n
❑
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
■
n n
n
Does CIP include description of project area?
■
n n
n
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
■
❑ n
n
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
■
n n
n
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
■
n n
n
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
■
o n
n
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
$64,000.00
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
$149,000.00
CIP Comments
A water and sewer survey is underway currently.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
■
n n
n
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? ■ n n
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification? ■ n El 0
Pump station identifier? ■ n n n
24-hour contact numbers ■ n n n
If no, list deficient pump stations
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? I] ■ rl ❑ .
Number of pump stations 4
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
When needed the town has a rodding device for roots.
Comment:
Inspections
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
Comment: They have not had any citizen complaints.
They can see their system daily and do not have any remote areas.
High priority lines are inspected at least twice a year.
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available?
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
As needed.
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
0
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
■ 0 D 0
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■nnn
■nnn
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 — Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason fdr Visit: Routine
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? bi-weekly
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
■
n
n
n
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
■
n
n
n
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
■
n
n
n
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
■
n
n
n
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
■
n
n
n
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
■
n
n
n
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
■.
n
n
n
Are system cleaning records available?
■
n
n
n
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
■
n
n
n
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Clean areas as needed.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
■
n
n
n
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
■
n
n
n
Response time
■
n
n
n
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
■
n
n
n
Access to cleaning equipment
■
n
n
n
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
■
n
❑
n
Source of emergency funds
■
n
n
n
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
■
n
n
n
Post-overflow/spill assessment
■
n
n
n
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
■
n
n
n
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
■
n
n
n
Comment: Response time is within 30 minutes, more like 10 minutes.
There are two spare pumps available if need be.
Records Yes No NA NE
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available? n n ■ n
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available? 'no ■ o
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? n n ■ n
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 ' ' Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
If yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is a map of the system available? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment: There have not been any overflows. This system is a fairly new system
(-15 years old, PVC).
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution. lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C?
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
If no, which one(s)?
Comment: The system is less than 200,000 GPD; an Annual Report is not required.
S. CALDWELL HIGH -
Pump Station
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available?
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
■n❑n
■❑❑❑
■❑n❑
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Duplex
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are wet wells free of excessive debris? ■ n n n
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow? ■ n n n
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
■
n n
n
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
n
n ■
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
❑
❑ ■
n
Is simple telemetry present?
■
n n
n
Is simple telemetry operational?
■
❑ _n
n
Are audio and visual alarms present?
■
n n
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
■
n ❑
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
■
n n
n
Are backflow devices in place?
■
n ❑
❑
Are backflow devices operable?
■
❑ ❑
n
Are air relief valves in place?
■
n n
n
Are air relief valves operable?
■
n n
n
# Is an emergency generator available?
■
n n
n
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
■
n n
n
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
■
n n
n
Is the generator operable?
■
n ❑
n
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
■
n n
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
■
n ❑
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
■
n n
n
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
■
n Cl
n
Pump station identifier?
■
n Cl
n
Emergency phone number
■
n Q
n
Is public access limited?
■
n ❑
n
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
■
n n
n
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
■
n n
n
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
yes
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/09/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment: The pump station appeared to be well maintained and operated.
The fuel source is propane.
ORC stated there is 1 air relief valve associated with this pump station's force main and
they have not received odor complaints.
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/01/13 Expiration: 05/31/21 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Seth Eckard Title: Town Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0023736 City of Lenoir - Gunpowder Creek WWTP
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 EntryTime: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 02:00 PM
Primary Inspector: Linda S Wiggs Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s): Ext.4653
Reason for Inspection: Routine I Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
What educational tools are used? �Q AjTq-y-
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Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? n 171 n n
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?y n n n n
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? � n n n n
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation) " C� n n n n
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
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Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
n
n
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Does CIP cover three to five year period?
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Does CIP include Goal Statement?
n
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Does CIP include description of project area?
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Does CIP include description of existing fa ilities?
n
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
n
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Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
n
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n
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Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
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Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
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Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
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CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass? n n n n
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? n n n n
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification? n n n n
Pump station identifier? n n n n
24-hour contact numbers n In n n
If no, list deficient pump stations
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling"Iffeeature/SCADA? n n n n
Number of pump stations �J � -1
Number of pump stations that have SCADA -sy Q
QNumber of pump stations that have simple telemetry 3
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms I
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements Q
# Does the permittee have a root control program? 1 - /. n n n n
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
Comment:
Inspections Yes No NA NE
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Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
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# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system? C.4",_ c
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year? Ctay,_A VL_
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
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Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months? L`�
Comment:
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available? lj
Does supervisor review all log/books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Are maintenance records for equipment available? I
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Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? }/
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? —.1
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
n
n
n
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Inspecting and exercising all valves?
n
n
n
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Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
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Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available? y
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Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency? y
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Are system cleaning records available?
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n
n
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Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually? Y
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n
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What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months? Qom.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? n n n n
Does the plan include:
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24-hour contact numbers X
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Response time j`a N `
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Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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Access to cleaning equipment
n
n
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Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
n
n
n
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Source of emergency funds
n
n
n
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Site sanitation and cleanup materials
n
n
n
n
Post-overflow/spill assessment
n
n
n
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? y
n
n
n
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Is the spare parts inventory adequate?/
n
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n
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Comment:
Records 5 Q
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
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Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
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No
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes �1
Pipe materials Y/
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment:
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available? /v
S� Are public notices and proof of publication available? N
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C?s �D
# Is permittee compliantwithall compliance schedules in the permits? nn rr dro v
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Are pump station logs available?
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
PS
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 ­ Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit:
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Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable? l
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational? Al-0
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Is simple telemetry present? /
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Is simple telemetry operational? l
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Is the Pump station inspected as required?
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Are backflow devices in place?
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# Is an emergency generator available? /
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Can the. emergency generator run the pumps?
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n
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Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
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Is the generator operable?
n
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# Is fuel in tank and sufficient? V r
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Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
n
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include: t
Instructions for notifi ation?
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Pump station identifier?
n
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Emergency phone number
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Is public access limited?
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Is pump station free of overflow piping?
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Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
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Are run times comparable for multiple pumps? /
Comment:
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available? n n n n
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
Is simple telemetry present?
Is simple telemetry operational?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
Are backflow devices in place?
Are backflow devices operable?
Are air relief valves in place?
Are air relief valves operable?
# Is an emergency generator available?
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 04/03/2014 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit:
Routine
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Emergency phone number
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Is public access limited?
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Is pump station free of overflow piping?
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Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
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Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment:
MAIN
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerie) Lines
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Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions?
Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
# Are there areas of exposed line?
# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material?
Are water crossing and supports in good condition?
# Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic?
Is line free of visible damage?
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If yes, are they maintained and documented?
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Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Dept.
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Steve Coonse
Applicable Permit(s): WQCS00318
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 418
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491 linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Syste . > er car � � axo ar fiaso� l ear li f �y
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has had no violations or illegal discharges
during fiscal year July, 2013 through June, 2014.
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Sawmills, NC 28630. The
customers were also notified of this report by mail.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
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Facility/System Name: Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection Dept..
Responsible Entity: Town of Sawmills
Person in Charge/Contact: Steve Coonse
Applicable Permit(s): WQCS00318
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System presently has approximately 418
sewer connections, and approximately 53,491 linear feet of gravity sewer line and 13,587
feet of pressure sewer line. Presently, wastewater is treated by the City of Lenoir at the
Gunpowder Treatment Plant.
The Town of Sawmills Wastewater Collection System performance for fiscal year July,
2014 through June, 2015:
Sawmills Wastewater Collection System has had no violations or illegal discharges
during fiscal.year July,.2014 through June, 20IS. -- - " -
This report has been made available to users or customers of the system by having copies
available at the Sawmills Town Hall, 4076 U.S. Hwy 321-A Sawmills, NC 28630. The
customers were also notified of this report by mail.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users of
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability.
Steve Coonse Date _
Wastewater/System Collection-ORC
Town of Sawmills, Inc.

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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
December 12, 2016
Seth Eckard
Town of Sawmills
4076 US Hwy 321-A
Granite Falls, NC 28630
SUBJECT:. Collection System Inspection
Sawmills Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00318
Caldwell County "
Dear Mr. Eckard:
PAT MCCRORY
Govemor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
On November 16, 2016, I conducted an inspection of the Town of Sawmills Collection System Program.
Present during the inspection were Dan Boss with the Division of Water Resources and Steve Coonse and Terry
Brown with the Town of Sawmills. The program appeared to be in compliance with permit WQCS00318.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for observations and comments. If you or your staff have any
questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
R
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
cc: Steve Coonse, ORC (e-copy)
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State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778
828 296 4500

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00318 Effective: 06/01/13 Expiration: '05/31/21 Owner: Town of Sawmills
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Seth Eckard Title: Town Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1, ;
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NCO023736 City of Lenoir - Gunpowder Creek WWTP
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System'
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 EntryTime: 10:OOAM Exit Time:, 02:30PM
Primary Inspector: Linda S Wiggsrl< ,✓ Phone: [phone]d.4653
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts
Records Monitoring & Rpting Reqmts Inspections
Pump Station Manhole Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Present during the inspection were Terry Brown and Steve Coonse with the Town of Sawmills, Linda Wiggs (Inspector) and
Dan Boss with DWR.
The system consists of-58,000' of gravity lines; the Duff Drive- Extension has been included (67 homes).
Industries include Automated Solution, Marx, Precision and Pactive; Kohler Campbell is no longer open.
We talked about noting on the PS log sheets when the floats are lifted/maintained or valves are exercised/maintained.
Current use of additives in the PS include Pursuit, Devour and a bacteria block for grease.
The Spill Response Action Plan needs to be updated with current names. Also, an email was sent to Steve Coonse on
12/6/2016 with the DEQ website for SSO's and the updated reporting requirements.
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner -Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
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Are records available'that document pump station inspections?
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Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations 'inspected at least once a week?
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Are'records available that document citizen complaints?
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Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
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Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
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Comment:
Monitorinq'and'Reportinq Requirements
Yes No NA NE
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
❑ ❑ ❑
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
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Comment:
Operation & Maintenance Requirements
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills,
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect.Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards
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?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
Town has rodding device.
Comment: SUO is enforced by Lenoir.
Records
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner -Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Records
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials .
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment: There have not been any SSO's in last 12 months.
BELOW INDUSTRY -
Manhole
Is manhole accessible?
# Is manhole cover/vent above grade?
Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
Is manhole cover present?
# Is manhole properly seated?
# Is manhole in good condition?
# Is invert in good condition?
Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
Is manhole free of excessive roots?
Is manhole free of excessive sand?
Is manhole's extended vent screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment:
BY MARX AND GROCERY -
Manhole
Is manhole accessible?
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permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
BY MARX AND GROCERY -
Manhole
# Is manhole cover/vent above grade?
Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
Is manhole cover present?
# Is manhole properly seated?
# Is manhole in good condition?
# Is invert in good condition?
Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
Is manhole free of excessive roots?
Is manhole free of excessive sand?
Is manhole's extended vent screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment:
-MAYFIELD -
Pump Station
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available?
Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are wet wells free -of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
Is simple telemetry present?
Is simple telemetry operational?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
Are backflow, devices in place?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/16/2016 Inspection Type :,Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
MAYFIELD -
Pump Station
Are backflow devices operable?
Are air relief valves in place?
Are air relief valves. operable?
# Is an emergency generator available?
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00318
SOC:
County: Caldwell
Region: Asheville
Contact Person: Seth Eckard
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 06/01/13 Expiration: 05/31/21 owner: Town of Sawmills
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Sawmills Collection System
Title: Town Manager
Certification:
NC0023736 City of Lenoir - Gunpowder Creek WWTP
WQCS00035 City of Lenoir - Lenoir Collection System
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016 EntryTime: 10:OOAM
Primary Inspector: Linda S Wiggs
Secondary Inspector(s):
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 03:OOPM
Phone: [phone] Ext.4653
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts
Records Monitoring & Rpting Reqmts Inspections
Pump Station Manhole Lines
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Permit: WQCS00318
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016
Inspection Summary:
Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
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Are records available that document pump station inspections?
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Are records available that document citizen complaints?
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# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
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Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
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Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
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Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
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Are public notices and proof of publication available? fj ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C? �V ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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If no, which one(s)?
Comment:
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Are all log books available? •��//��'
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Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
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What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
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Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
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What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
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Inspecting and lubricating -pumps and other equipment? �j -J
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Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Permit: WQCS00318
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016
Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Operation & Maintenance -Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are system cleaning records available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?�
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Site sanitation and cleanup materials
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Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
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Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
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Performance Standards it W� Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? 3J/ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
What educational tools are used? e I �/( 1
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? POW ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
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Permit: WQCS00318
Inspection Date: 11PE/2016
Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry 3
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
Comment:
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Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Records ,o Yes No NA NE
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If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that rieed to be added to the map
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriel Lines
Yes No NA NE
Is right-of-way accessible for emergency?
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Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions?
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Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage?
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# Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material?
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Is line free of visible damage?
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If yes, are they maintained and documented?
Comment:
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Manhole
Yes No NA NE
Is manhole accessible?
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Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
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Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
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# Is manhole in good condition? \/
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# Is invert in good condition?
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Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
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Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Manhole Yes No NA NE
Is manhole free of excessive roots? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is manhole free of excessive sand? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is manhole's extended vent screened? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are vents free of submergence? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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Pump Station
Yes No NA NE
Pump station type
Are pump station logs available?
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Is it accessible in all weather conditions?
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# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
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Are all pumps present?
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Are all pumps operable? %
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Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
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Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
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Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable? l
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present? /I%�
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
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Is simple telemetry present? /
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Is simple telemetry operational?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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Is the Pump station- inspected as required?
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Are backflow, devices in place?
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Are air relief valves in place?
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Is the generator operable?
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# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
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Is the generator inspected according to their schedule? �/k�
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Permit: WQCS00318 Owner - Facility: Town of Sawmills
Inspection Date: 11/15/2016 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does it include:
Instructions for notification? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Emergency phone number ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is public access limited? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is pump station free of overflow piping? / ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow? % ❑ El El ❑
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?/
Comment:
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Is manhole accessible? X
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# Is manhole cover/vent above grade? I
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Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow? /
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Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions? I
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# Is manhole properly seated?
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# Is manhole in good condition?
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# Is invert in good condition? \
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Is line free -flowing and unrestricted in manhole? /
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Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Is manhole free of excessive roots? /
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manhole free of excessive sand? Y
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Is manhole's extended vent screened? A1,74
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? V
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