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Home My WebLink AboutWQ0039947_CEI_20230201 SENT VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL ONLY: NO HARD COPY WILL BE MAILED February 1, 2023 Zachary J Bossenbroeck Emailed to: Zbossenbroek@northgateholdings.com SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Golden Valley Campground WWTF Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0039947 Rutherford County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Golden Valley Campground WWTF on 1/30/2023. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0039947. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report". There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this inspection report is not required. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Melanie Kemp with the Water Quality Regional Operations Section in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500 or via email at melanie.kemp@ncdenr.gov. Sincerely, Melanie Kemp, Environmental Specialist Water Quality Regional Operations Section Asheville Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ ATTACHMENTS: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report EC: LF CC: Bob Barr, RPB Systems (Site ORC) Compliance Inspection Report Permit:WQ0039947 Effective:10/26/18 Expiration:09/30/23 Owner :Northgate Golden Valley LLC SOC: Contact Person: Region: County: Directions to Facility: Rutherford Asheville Zachary J Bossenbroeck Effective:Expiration:Facility:Golden Valley Campground WWTF 164 Girl Scout Rd Bostic NC 28018 Title:Phone:616-706-5647Managing Partner From Marion: Hwy 226 South to Golden Valley Church Rd. Golden Valley Church Rd. changes to Luckadoo Mtn. Rd. Continue to Fire Tower Rd. on the right. The site is located approx. 0.5 miles on the right. Secondary ORC(s): 828-251-1900Phone:24262Certification:Robert P BarrPrimary ORC: SI,System Classifications: On-Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Secondary Inspector(s): Primary Inspector: Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time: Phone: 01/30/2023 10:00AM 11:30AM Melanie Kemp Facility Status: Permit Inspection Type: Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type: Not CompliantCompliant Routine Wastewater Irrigation Compliance Evaluation Question Areas: Treatment Flow Measurement-Effluent Treatment Flow Measurement-Influent Miscellaneous Questions Treatment Flow Measurement-Water Use Records Treatment Treatment Filters Record Keeping End Use-Irrigation Treatment Disinfection Treatment Flow Measurement Storage Standby Power (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 7 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQ0039947 01/30/2023 Compliance Evaluation Northgate Golden Valley LLC Routine Inspection Summary: Melanie Kemp, with the Asheville Regional Office, conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the Northgate Golden Valley Campground WWTS on January 30, 2023. This inspection was conducted to determine whether the system is being operated and maintained in compliance with Non- Discharge Permit No. WQ0039947. Robert Barr, ORC for the site, was present and assisted with the WWTS inspection. The system was operational at the time of the inspection, but the following maintenance needs and reminders should be noted: -The in-line flow meter needs to be calibrated annually. -Internet, affording remote system access, needs to be restored to the laptop within the maintenance shed. -Small trees and woody vegetation should be removed within the wet weather storage pond area. -Vehicular access through the drip fields, related to site construction, will not be granted until a plan has been established between Northgate, CSC Construction, RPB Systems, and the DEQ-DWR. Currently, the system is processing minimal flow (0-1000 gallons per day) with most of the wastewater related to maintenance staff on-site. Wastewater is pumped, via one pump station, into the 21,000-gallon EQ tank where it splits between two parallel treatment trains which are always running. After being pumped into septic tanks, it flows into recirculation tanks, then EZ treat pods. After going back through another round of recirculation and EZ treatment, the wastewater is treated with UV light in the dosing tank and then pumped to the drip irrigation areas. Compliance samples are collected after the dosing tank. On-site staff monitor pH and RPB Systems collects compliance samples. EQ Tank: Staff report that the EQ tank effluent pumps were replaced about 2 years ago to deal with pumping bulky solids. It is recommended that aeration be introduced to prevent solids buildup that has historically led to float and pump issues. The audio and visual alarms are reportedly working, although the internet connection that allows remote access was down at the time of the inspection. The internet connection needs to be repaired so staff can remotely observe and troubleshoot system operations. EZ- Treat Pods: The EZ treat pods were dosing at the time of the inspection and appeared to have even distribution. Staff report they clean the emitters as needed. A few spray nozzles have needed replacement and maintenance in the last year. Dosing tank: Alarms were working at the time of the inspection. Dosing tank highwater alarm sends an email to operations staff. An inline mag meter to the drip field is used for reporting. Meter only records continuously during irrigation. PLC records flow readings. This meter should be calibrated annually if used for reporting flow on the NDMRs. Wet- Weather Pond: The pond was empty at the time of the inspection. The small trees and woody vegetation need to be removed from the banks of the pond. Vegetative cover was consistent since being hydroseeded last year. Drip Lines: A rain meter is kept on site and readings are recorded. After the drip lines were severed in 2021, repairs were completed, and everything appeared to be operational at the time of this inspection. On the day of the inspection, Mark Brooks (engineer for the WWTS), representatives from CSC Construction Management, and Northgate representatives met to discuss temporary changes to the drip irrigation area to afford access up the mountain for construction of a roller coaster. The construction crews are looking to either temporarily or permanently cut off parts of certain irrigation areas (zones 8-12) to allow light vehicular traffic up an old logging road that transects the drip fields. Mark Brooks is going to have the area surveyed, compile calculations on flow reduction, and work with the ARO to determine the best short and long-term solutions. It is unclear whether the site can redirect wastewater to the remaining areas long-term, but they are looking to do so in the short-term while seasonal flows are minimal. The construction crew expects to wrap up their project by 5/29/23. The permit is up for renewal this year, and long-term changes to the irrigation fields would require a major permit modification. The ARO will continue conversations with Mr. Brooks, CSC, and Northgate to determine the most ideal short and long-term solutions. Page 2 of 7 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQ0039947 01/30/2023 Compliance Evaluation Northgate Golden Valley LLC Routine Type Yes No NA NE Reuse (Quality) Lagoon Spray, LR Infiltration System Single Family Spray, LR Activated Sludge Spray, HR Activated Sludge Spray, LR Activated Sludge Drip, LR Recycle/Reuse Single Family Drip Treatment Yes No NA NE Are Treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit? Do all treatment units appear to be operational? (if no, note below.) Everything operational - internet allowing for remote system access needs to be repaired.Comment: Treatment Flow Measurement-Influent Yes No NA NE Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Is flowmeter operating properly? Does flowmeter monitor continuously? Does flowmeter record flow? Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Not applicable.Comment: Treatment Flow Measurement-Water Use Records Yes No NA NE Is water use metered? Are the daily average values properly calculated? Not applicable.Comment: Treatment Flow Measurement-Effluent Yes No NA NE Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Is flowmeter operating properly? Does flowmeter monitor continuously? Does flowmeter record flow? Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? In-line flow meter needs to be calibrated annually.Comment: Standby Power Yes No NA NE Is automatically activated standby power available? Page 3 of 7 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQ0039947 01/30/2023 Compliance Evaluation Northgate Golden Valley LLC Routine Is generator tested weekly by interrupting primary power source? Is generator operable? Does generator have adequate fuel? The on-site propane powered generator is managed by Golden Valley representatines . The propane tank was approximately 45% full at the time of the inspection. Comment: Treatment Filters Yes No NA NE Is the filter media present? Is the filter media the correct size and type? Is the air scour operational? Is the scouring acceptable? Is the clear well free of excessive solids? Is the mud well free of excessive solids and filter media? Does backwashing frequency appear adequate? EZ treat pods are equipped with styrofoam media and spray emitter heads. A few of the heads have required replacement/maintenance in the last year. Does not backwash or air scour. Comment: Treatment Disinfection Yes No NA NE Is the system working? Do the fecal coliform results indicate proper disinfection? Is there adequate detention time (>=30 minutes)? Is the system properly maintained? If gas, does the cylinder storage appear safe? Is the fan in the chlorine feed room and storage area operable? Is the chlorinator accessible? If tablets, are tablets present? Are the tablets the proper size and type? Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids, and growth? If UV, are extra UV bulbs available? If UV, is the UV intensity adequate? # Is it a dual feed system? Does the Stationary Source have more than 2500 lbs of Chlorine (CAS No. 7782-50-5)? If yes, then is there a Risk Management Plan on site? If yes, then what is the EPA twelve digit ID Number? (1000-____-____) If yes, then when was the RMP last updated? UV treatment is available.Comment: Record Keeping Yes No NA NE Is a copy of current permit available? Page 4 of 7 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQ0039947 01/30/2023 Compliance Evaluation Northgate Golden Valley LLC Routine Are monitoring reports present: NDMR? NDAR? Are flow rates less than of permitted flow? Are flow rates less than of permitted flow? Are application rates adhered to? Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required (GW-59s submitted)? Are all samples analyzed for all required parameters? Are there any 2L GW quality violations? Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility? Is effluent sampled for same parameters as GW? Do effluent concentrations exceed GW standards? Are annual soil reports available? # Are PAN records required? # Did last soil report indicate a need for lime? If so, has it been applied? Are operational logs present? Are lab sheets available for review? Do lab sheets support data reported on NDMR? Do lab sheets support data reported on GW-59s? Are Operational and Maintenance records present? Were Operational and Maintenance records complete? Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? Is a copy of the SOC readily available? No treatment units bypassed since last inspection? NDMRs, soil analysis (performed Dec 2022), operational logs, and sample lab reports available for review on site. Comment: End Use-Irrigation Yes No NA NE Are buffers adequate? Is the cover crop type specified in permit? Is the crop cover acceptable? Is the site condition adequate? Is the site free of runoff / ponding? Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? Is the application equipment present? Is the application equipment operational? Is the disposal field free of limiting slopes? Page 5 of 7 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQ0039947 01/30/2023 Compliance Evaluation Northgate Golden Valley LLC Routine Is access restricted and/or signs posted during active site use? Are any supply wells within the CB? Are any supply wells within 250' of the CB? How close is the closest water supply well? Is municipal water available in the area? # Info only: Does the permit call for monitoring wells? Are GW monitoring wells located properly w/ respect to RB and CB? Are GW monitoring wells properly constructed, including screened interval? Are monitoring wells damaged? No developments in the area. No alternative water access.Comment: STORAGE POND - Northeast of treatment plant Storage Yes No NA NE Storage Type?Pond Storage amount?606496 Gallons # At what point is side-stream wastewater returned to treatment? Is there a Spill Control Plan? Aerated or Mixed?NONE If aeration is present, is it adequate? If present, are diffusers cleaned regularly? Is influent structure acceptable? Are banks/berms free of seepage and erosion? Are banks/berms free of excessive vegetation? Is pond lined? Liner Type Is liner acceptable? Are baffles/curtains acceptable? Does the pond have a freeboard marker? Required freeboard?2 Feet Feet Actual freeboard?9 Is there suitable grassed vegetation? Is the vegetation maintained? Is the area free of excessive weeds and/or woody species? Is the area free from signs of overflow? Page 6 of 7 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQ0039947 01/30/2023 Compliance Evaluation Northgate Golden Valley LLC Routine Is color acceptable? Are floating mats acceptable? No excessive buildup of solids? Are aerators/mixers acceptable? Is effluent structure acceptable? If present, is pond cover acceptable? Small trees and woody vegetation needs to be cut/removed from the wet weather storage pond. Empty at the time of the inspection. Comment: Page 7 of 7