WQCS00009_BIMS Report_20221114

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00009
SOC:
County: Cabarrus
Region: Mooresville
Effective: 08/01/14 Expiration: 07/31/22
Effective: Expiration:
Contact Person: Accounts Payable
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS4,
Primary ORC: Joseph Wayne Lyles
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0036269
N C0081621
Owner : Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Facility: W&S Authority of Cabarrus Co Collection Syste
PO Box 428
Title: Phone: [phone]
Certification: 24978 Phone: [phone]
Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County - Rocky River WWTP
Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County - Muddy Creek WWTP
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Primary Inspector: Tony Parker
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 01:45PM
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
▪ Map
▪ Spill Response Plan
▪ Manholes
❑ Not Compliant
(See attachment summary)
▪ General
▪ Reporting Requirements
▪ Spills
▪ Pump Stations
▪ Capital Improvement Plan
▪ Inspections
▪ Lines
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Permit: WQCS00009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WQCS00009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade?
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis?
# What is that frequency?
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages?
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations?
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory?
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials?
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months?
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal?
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Comment: The system permit expired 7/31/2022 and a permit renewal application was submitted, The
water & sewer authority will continue to operate under the expired permit untill a new one is
received.
Capital Improvement Plan
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted?
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section?
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements?
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?
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Comment: The water and sewer authority have completed several extensive rehab projects on sewer lines
and have additional projects planned.
Map
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
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
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Permit: WQCS00009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
Comment: The W & S Authority uses GIS and paper maps.
Reporting Requirements
# 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?
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required?
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers?
# How is it being made available?
Comment:
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: Logs indicate HPL's are inspected more often than required.
Spill Response 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
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment: The W & S Authority is not free of SSO's but are reporting as required.
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website.
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Permit: WQCS00009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Spills
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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Comment: All complaints and spills are documented via a work order and asset management program.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Lower Rocky River Interceptor Aerial and outfall R/W. The crossing is a 30 inch DIP that had just recently been
fiberglass lined to prevent corrosion. The pipe and crossing supports appeared to be in good condition and
the outfall was mowed and well maintained.
Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Are gravity sewer cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs been cleaned annually?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment: The Authority had cleaned well over and above the 10% minimum requirement.
Manholes
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Various M/H's inspected and no issues observed.
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
Are manhole covers present?
# Are manholes properly seated?
# Are manholes in good condition?
# Are inverts in good condition?
Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
Are manholes free of excessive roots?
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
Are manhole vents screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Permit: WQCS00009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment: No issues with manholes.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
MT Pleasant P/S #2, MT Pleasant P/S #1, MT Pleasant NW P/S #3 and Cold Water Creek P/S.
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# 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 communication 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?
The W & S Authority has 4 dedicated on site diesel fueled generators and 2 by-pass pumps available for use
if necessary. Also one P/S has redundent power ( Cold Water Creek P/S ). The 4 P/S's inspected had
generators on site and all 4 functioned W/O issue when tested.
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
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Permit: WQCS00009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 11/09/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Comment: All P/S's appeared to be exceptionally well maintained and operated and records were
available for all activities.
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