WQ0016142_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20221012

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ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
October 12, 2022
Mr. and Mrs. David and Victoria Jarrett
236 Markham Plantation
Apex, NC 27523
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Single Family Wastewater Treatment System
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0016142
Facility: 236 Markham Plantation SFR
Chatham County
Dear David and Victoria:
On September 16, 2022, Cassidy Kurtz from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence
(SFR) wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non -Discharge Permit. Your
assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a 2,065-gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent filter;
a partially in -ground E-Z Treat 60 square foot by 3 foot deep synthetic media wastewater treatment filter with
a 1,500-gallon recirculation tank; two 10-gallon per minute (GPM) ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection units
installed in series; a 4,650-gallon storage/pump tank with a 15 GPM pump, and audible/visual high water
alarms; a 0.37 acre drip irrigation area consisting of four zones; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and
appurtenances.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0016142 authorizes the continued operation up to 600 gallons per day (gpd). The
authorized irrigation is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements established within
the Non -Discharge permit. The items below show what conditions were noted at your facility:
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
1. Treatment system operation: The wastewater treatment system shall be maintained at all
times to prevent seepage of sewage to the surface of the ground. At the time of the inspection,
the treatment system appears to be effectively maintained The facility is under contract with
David Brantley and Sons, and is inspected every 6 months
2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to
determine if solids must be removed or if other maintenance is necessary. Septic tanks should
be pumped out every five years or when the solids level is found to be more than 1/3 of the
liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company can
check the status periodically and determine when pumping is required. During the inspection,
Mr. Jarrett verbally stated that the septic tank was last pumped in 2021. The Non -Discharge
Permit requires the permittee to retain records associated with sewage disposal activities for a
period of at least 5 years.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality i Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919 791 4200

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3. UV Disinfection: Your system usesan ultra-videt (UV) light system for disinfection of the
wa3tender. A UV disinfection system provi des effecti ve didi nfection and prerentsll i mits
harmful bacteria from entering the envi ronment. Unless the UV disinfection unit is monitored
by telemetry, the unit shall be checked weekly. The lamp(s) and quartz sleeves) dial be
dewed or replaced as needed to ensure proper di El nfecti on of the dl scharged wastewater.
Pleasecontinueto ensure the UV disinfection unit is properly operated and maintained for
optimal performance;
4. Proper Operation and Maintenance The system tied! be inspected monthly to make certai n
of the proper operation of the drip I i nes, that the system is free of leaks, that the vegetative
growth Wows ows a proper drip paten, that the soil i s asei mi !di ng the di sposed treated
wastewater with no surface runoff, and that no objecti onable odors are being generated. Any
visible signs of a malfunctioning system Mall be documented, and steps taken to correct the
problem. Prior to the i nspecti on, Mr. Jarrett notified Cassidy Kurtzthat atreein the drip
field had been knodced down by a recent storm onto a portion of thefenang, and that he
was working with a contractor to have the tree removed and fence repaired. Si nos thi s work
was not able to be done before the inspection, please notify Cassidy Kurtz once the tree has
been removed, fence repaired, and drip l i nes inspected to ensure they were not damaged.
Non -Discharge permit WQ0016142 requires the pennittee to "pay the arnud administering and compliance
monitoring fee within thirty days after being billed by the Division." Division records indicate the required
annual fee ($60 per yea) for the period ending December 31, 2022 aid due January 3, 2022, has been pad.
Therese no overdue fees for the subject permit.
Please conti nue to peri odi cal ly inspect the wastewater treatment system to ensure the treatment components
are always mantel ned and i n good operating order. You are al so reminded to maintain al I monitoring data
and adsoci ated mai nteiance records onsite for a mini mum of five years and available for inspection.
Within 30-days receipt of this letter, please submit a written response to this offi ce indicating the actions
you will take or have taken to comply with or resolve the issues noted in item 4 above
If you have questions or comments about this inspection or the requi rements to take corrective action (if
applicable), then please contact Cassidy Kurtz at 919-791-4237 or via email at Casco dy.Kurtzancdenr.gov.
9noerely,
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Vanessa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Qual ity Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment(s): EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report
Cc: Laserfiche
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office i 3800 Barrett Drive . Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919 791,420 t

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: W00016142. Effective: 01/24/17 Expiration: 12131/21 Owner : David B Jarrett
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 236 Markham Plantation SFR
County: Chatham 236 Markham Plantation
Region: Raleigh
Contact Person: David B Jarrett
Apex NC 27523
Title: Owner Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
From Raleigh take I-40W to exit 274 turn L onto NC 751S and follow for -6.3 mi, turn L onto New Hope Ch Rd and follow for -1.9
mi., turn L into Markham Plantation and property is approximately .2 mi on the R.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/16/2022 Entry Time 01:OOPM Exit Time: 01:40PM
Primary Inspector: Cassidy Kurtz
Secondary Inspector(s):
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Facility Status: Compliant 0 Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
▪ Sand Filter/Treatment Pods
▪ Drip or Irrigation
(See attachment summary)
• Permit Status
▪ Disinfection UV
II General
▪ Septic Tank
▪ Pump Tank
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Permit: WQ0016142 Owner - Facility: David B Jarrett
Inspection Date: 09/16/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On September 16, 2022, Cassidy Kurtz from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non -Discharge Permit. Your assistance during the
inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a 2,065-gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent filter, a partially
in -ground E-Z Treat 60 square foot by 3 foot deep synthetic media wastewater treatment filter with a 1,500-gallon
recirculation tank; two 10-gallon per minute (GPM) ultraviolet (UV) light disinfection units installed in series; a 4,650-gallon
storage/pump tank with a 15 GPM pump, and audible/visual high water alarms; a 0.37 acre drip irrigation area consisting of
four zones; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0016142 authorizes the continued operation up to 600 gallons per day (gpd). The
authorized irrigation is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements established within the
Non -Discharge permit. The items below show what conditions were noted at your facility:
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
1. Treatment system operation: The wastewater treatment system shall be maintained at all
times to prevent seepage of sewage to the surface of the ground. At the time of the inspection,
the treatment system appears to be effectively maintained. The facility is under contract with
David Brantley and Sons, and is inspected every 6 months.
2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to
determine if solids must be removed or if other maintenance is necessary. Septic tanks should
be pumped out every five years or when the solids level is found to be more than 1/3 of the
liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company can
check the status periodically and determine when pumping is required. During the inspection,
Mr. Jarrett verbally stated that the septic tank was last pumped in 2021. The Non -Discharge
Permit requires the permittee to retain records associated with sewage disposal activities for a
period of at least 5 years.
3. UV Disinfection: Your system uses an ultra -violet (UV) light system for disinfection of the wastewater. A UV disinfection
system provides effective disinfection and prevents/limits harmful bacteria from entering the environment. Unless the UV
disinfection unit is monitored by telemetry, the unit shall be checked weekly. The lamp(s) and quartz sleeve(s) shall be
cleaned or replaced as needed to ensure proper disinfection of the discharged wastewater. Please continue to ensure the
UV disinfection unit is properly operated and maintained for optimal performance.
4. Proper Operation and Maintenance: The system shall be inspected monthly to make certain of the proper operation of the
drip lines, that the system is free of leaks, that the vegetative growth allows a proper drip pattern, that the soil is assimilating
the disposed treated wastewater with no surface runoff, and that no objectionable odors are being generated. Any visible
signs of a malfunctioning system shall be documented, and steps taken to correct the problem. Prior to the inspection, Mr.
Jarrett notified Cassidy Kurtz that a tree in the drip field had been knocked down by a recent storm onto a portion of the
fencing, and that he was working with a contractor to have the tree removed and fence repaired. Since this work was not
able to be done before the inspection, please notify Cassidy Kurtz once the tree has been removed, fence repaired, and drip
lines inspected to ensure they were not damaged.
Non -Discharge permit WQ0016142 requires the permittee to "pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee
within thirty days after being billed by the Division." Division records indicate the required annual fee ($60 per year) for the
period ending December 31, 2022 and due January 3, 2022, has been paid. There are no overdue fees for the subject permit
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Permit: W00016142 Owner - Facility: David B Jarrett
Inspection Date: 09/16/2022
Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Permit Status
# 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)?
David Brantley & Sons
Comment:
Septic Tank
*** 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):
2021 - verbal
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
Comment:
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods
*** 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:
Comment:
Disinfection UV
*** UV unit shall be checked weekly. Lamps/sleeves should be cleaned/replaced as needed to ensure
proper disinfection. ***
Is UV working?
Has the UV Unit been serviced and bulbs cleaned?
# Who completes the weekly check for the UV? ( Non -Discharge)
Comment:
Pump Tank
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Permit: WQ0016142 Owner - Facility: David B Jarrett
inspection Date: 09/16/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: 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:
Comment:
Drip or Irrigation
*** 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):
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:
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?
Yes No NA NE
Comment: Recent storm knocked down a tree onto a portion of the fence surrounding irrigation area.
Permittee is working with contractor to schedule tree removal, fence repair.
General
# 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.
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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