WQ0030666_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220926

Certified Mail # 7020 3160 0000 2219 4539
Return Receipt Requested

September 26, 2022

Brent Judd
Sheila L Judd
501 Benny Ross Rd
Durham, NC 27703

SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
501 Benny Ross Rd. SFR
Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0030666
Durham County

Dear Permittee:

The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the 501 Benny Ross Rd.
SFR on 8/24/2022. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance
with the conditions and limitations specified in Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0030666. The findings and
comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report
entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".

The facility continues operation of a 480 gallon per day (GPD) single-family residence wastewater treatment and
irrigation facility consisting of: a 1,200 gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent filter; two 390 square foot (ft2)
subsurface sand filter operating in parallel; a tablet chlorinator followed by 25 gallon chlorine contact chamber;
two interconnected 2,000 gallon pump tanks with a 30 gallon per minute (GPM) pump, and audio/visual
high-water alarms; a rain sensor and moisture sensor; a 0.31 acre spray irrigation area with three full-circle,
non-overlapping, 78 foot diameter, 3.50 GPM sprinkler heads; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and
appurtenances

Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The facility meets the scheduling as stipulated in Section I of the permit. However, as a reminder, your permit
is up for renewal on April 30, 2023. You are required to submit a renewal application 6 months (October 30,
2022) prior to expiration.

Performance (Section II):
2. The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.

Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
3. During the inspection, the area of the system was clear of debris and well maintained. No visual problems
were observed. However, the tube that holds the chlorine tablet was observed with no base. Therefore, when
the tube was pulled up, the chlorine tablet stayed in the contact chamber. Please note that the tube should
be repaired in order to check how much or little chlorine is in the tube.
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4. The entire system was functional including the alarms located in the tanks.
5. The spray field was fenced and functioned properly. No ponding was observed in the spray area.
6. The septic tank had not been pumped in five years. Brent Judd stated it was scheduled to be pumped a week
after the inspection. Please provide a receipt that the tank has been pumped.

Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
7. There were no discrepancies noted at the time of the inspection.

General Conditions (Section V):
8. The facility continues to be owned by Ms. Judd and annual fees have been paid. No violations have been
reported in the past five years

This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. Within 30-days receipt of this letter,
submit a written response to this office addressing the issues noted in items 3 and 6 above.

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dorothy Robson with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Raleigh Regional Office at 919-791-4200 or via email at
[e-mail].

Sincerely,

Vanessa E Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

ATTACHMENTS: Compliance Inspection Form
Cc: NON-DISCHARGE Laserfiche
DocuSign Envelope ID: 3608D8B7-0132-40A1-A20F-D57AFC01991C
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQ0030666 Effective:05/14/18 Expiration:04/30/23 Owner :Sheila L Judd
SOC:
Contact Person:
Region:
County:
Directions to Facility:
Durham
Raleigh
Sheila L Judd
Effective:Expiration:Facility:501 Benny Ross Rd. SFR
501 Benny Ross Rd
Durham NC 27703
Title:Phone:
Six Forks Rd. to Hwy 98 West, towards Durham. Right on Southview Rd. Right on Baptist Rd. Right on Benny Ross Rd. Address
is 501 Benny Ross Rd, on the left.
Secondary ORC(s):
Phone:Certification:Primary ORC:
System Classifications:
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Primary Inspector:
Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time:
Phone:
08/24/2022 11:30AM 12:30PM
Dorothy M Robson 919-791-4241
Facility Status:
Permit Inspection Type:
Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type:
Not CompliantCompliant
Routine
Single-Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Compliance Evaluation
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Permit Status Septic Tank
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Disinfection Tablets Pump Tank
Drip or Irrigation General
(See attachment summary)
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 3608D8B7-0132-40A1-A20F-D57AFC01991C
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0030666
08/24/2022 Compliance Evaluation
Sheila L Judd
Routine
Inspection Summary:
The facility continues operation of a 480 gallon per day (GPD) single-family residence wastewater treatment and irrigation
facility consisting of: a 1,200 gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent filter; two 390 square foot (ft2) subsurface sand filter
operating in parallel; a tablet chlorinator followed by 25 gallon chlorine contact chamber; two interconnected 2,000 gallon
pump tanks with a 30 gallon per minute (GPM) pump, and audio/visual high-water alarms; a rain sensor and moisture
sensor; a 0.31 acre spray irrigation area with three full-circle, non-overlapping, 78 foot diameter, 3.50 GPM sprinkler heads;
and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1.The facility meets the scheduling as stipulated in Section I of the permit. However, as a reminder, your permit is up for
renewal on April 30, 2023. You are required to submit a renewal application 6 months (October 30, 2022) prior to expiration.
Performance (Section II):
2.The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
3.During the inspection, the area of the system was clear of debris and well maintained. No visual problems were
observed. However, the tube that holds the chlorine tablet was observed with no base. Therefore, when the tube was pulled
up, the chlorine tablet stayed in the contact chamber. Please note that the tube should be repaired in order to check how
much or little chlorine is in the tube.
4.The entire system was functional including the alarms located in the tanks.
5.The spray field was fenced and functioned properly. No ponding was observed in the spray area.
6.The septic tank had not been pumped in five years. Brent Judd stated it was scheduled to be pumped a week after the
inspection. Please provide a receipt that the tank has been pumped.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
7.There were no discrepancies noted at the time of the inspection.
General Conditions (Section V):
8.The facility continues to be owned by Ms. Judd and annual fees have been paid. No violations have been reported in the
past five years
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. Within 30-days receipt of this letter, submit a written
response to this office addressing the issues noted in items 3 and 6 above.
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 3608D8B7-0132-40A1-A20F-D57AFC01991C
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0030666
08/24/2022 Compliance Evaluation
Sheila L Judd
Routine
Permit Status Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee?
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee?
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter)
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor?
If YES, who is the contractor (include contact info)?
Owner has not changed. Owner maintains his own systemComment:
Septic Tank Yes No NA NE
*** The septic tank and filters should be checked annually and pumped/cleaned as needed. ***
Is all wastewater from the home connected to the septic tank?
# Does the permittee/resident know where the septic tank is located?
Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years?
If YES, describe if known and proof (include date pumped):
He had it schedule the week after the inspection.
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
The owner did not open the top to see what type of filter was installedComment:
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Yes No NA NE
*** Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked/leveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be
removed manually. ***
# Is system something other than a sand filter?
# If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.)
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located?
Does the sandfilter require maintenance?
If maintenace is required, explain:
NO issues evident from the sand filter.Comment:
Disinfection Tablets Yes No NA NE
*** Tablet chlorinator unit shall be checked weekly to ensure continuous and proper operation. ***
Does the permittee have the correct chlorine tablets? (If none, mark No)
# Does the Permittee know the location of the chlorinator?
Were chlorine tablets observed in the chlorinator?
Are tablets contacting water? (If possible, poke them to determine.)
The chlorine tube holder had no bottom to it to check the tablet. Recommend fixing the tube to
have a bottom. The owner stated that he adds chlorine once a month.
Comment:
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0030666
08/24/2022 Compliance Evaluation
Sheila L Judd
Routine
*** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non-Discharge) ***
Is the pump working?
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational?
# Does the permittee know how to check the pump & high water alarm?
# Last functional test:
The owner has not checked the alarm in some time.Comment:
Drip or Irrigation Yes No NA NE
*** Irrigation sysetm shall be inspected monthly to ensure system is free of leaks and equipment is operating
as designed. ***
# Type of system (DRIP or IRRIGATION):Spray irrigation
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:Three
Are buffers and setbacks adequate?
Is the site free of ponding and runoff?
Does the application equipment appear to be working properly?
Is there a minimum two wire fence surrounding the entire irrigation area?
Comment:
General Yes No NA NE
# Are the treatment units locked and/or secured?
# Has resident had any sewage problems?
If YES, explain:
Does the system match the permit description?
If NO, explain:
Is the system compliant?
Is the system failing? (If yes, take pictures if possible)
If system is failing, describe any exposures to people/animals or environmental risks.
No issues observedComment:
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