WQCSD0383_20220927CEI_20221025

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0383 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration:
SOC: Effective: Expiration:
County: Watauga
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Paul E. Isenhour
Owner : Echota LLC
Facility: Echota Collection System
Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
133 Echota Parkway, Boone, NC
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
Brandon K Hughes 1010789
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/27/2022
Entry Time 10:30AM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Patricia Lowery Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
▪ Spills/Response Plan
▪ Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
▪ General
▪ Inspections
▪ Grease Control
▪ Lines
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Permit: WQCSD0383 Owner - Facility: Echota LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Tricia Lowery of the NC Division of Water Resources, Winston-Salem Regional Office conducted a compliance evaluation
inspection of Echota Collection System (WQCSD0383) on 9/27/2022. Brandon Hughes, operations manager, was present
for the inspection.
Mr. Hughes did not have operation and maintenance logs, FOG education information, Sewer Use Ordinance information,
Spill Response plan, and collection system map on hand during the inspection. Mr. Hughes stated this information was
kept at the main office and the information could be emailed to inspector. Inspector emailed Water Quality Labs on
10/6/2022 for information to review for inspection, but as of 10/25/2022, has not received information to review.
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Permit: WQCSD0383 Owner - Facility: Echota LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
# Is this system a satellite system?
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
# Flow direction
# Approximate pipe age
# Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment: Did not have map on hand during inspection. Stated it could be emailed to me as the main
office keeps this information. I emailed Water Quality Labs on 10/6/2022, but never received
information.
Grease Control
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement?
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations?
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
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Comment: Did not have information during inspection. Stated it could be emailed to me as the main office
keeps this information. I emailed Water Quality Labs on 10/6/2022, but never received
information.
Spills and Response Action Plan
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years?
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria?
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCSD0383 Owner - Facility: Echota LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
# Response time
# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
# Access to cleaning equipment
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
# Source of emergency funds
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
# Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Comment: Did not have information during inspection. Stated it could be emailed to me as the main office
keeps this information. I emailed Water Quality Labs on 10/6/2022, but never received
information.
Inspections
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
Comment: There are no HPL's in this system.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
No HPL or ROW in system.
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment: No right of ways in system.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Pump Station #1 (locatied at entrance of community)
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCSD0383 Owner - Facility: Echota LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
Is the telemetry system functional?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
Pump station identifier?
# Address?
Instructions for notification?
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Permit: WQCSD0383 Owner - Facility: Echota LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment: The pump station did not have a fence surrounding the station, however all components are
locked. The pump station is covered by heavy landscape, therefore the identifier sign and the
visual alarm light cannot be easily visualized.
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