WQ0023184_WQ0023184 Inspection letter_20230215

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ROY COOPER
Ga.mrer
ELIZABETH 5. BISER
Secreary
BJCHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
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Brian Wheeler
1955 Farrington Point Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
NORTH CAROLINA
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February 15, 2023
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
1955 Farrington Point Drive SFR
Non -discharge Permit No. WQ0023184
Chatham County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the 1955 Farrington Point Drive
single family residence (SFR) on 02/13/2023. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is
operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Non -discharge Permit No.
WQ0023184. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of
the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
Division records indicate a treatment system consists of: a 1,200-gallon baffled septic tank with effluent
filter; a 390 sqft gravity dosed subsurface sand filter; a tablet chlorinator chamber; a 2,000-gallon
storage/pump tank; audio/visual high water alarms, an automatic rain shut-off and soil moisture monitoring
device a 0.44-acre spray irrigation area, and all associated piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
During the inspection, the following was observed:
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The permit expired December 31, 2022. A permit renewal application was submitted November 28,
2022 and currently still in processing.
Performance (Section II):
2. During the inspection, the fencing around the irrigation area was adequate.
3. The spray heads and pipes were well maintained. One spray head is stiff and could use some
maintenance to help it freely move.
4. The chlorination unit was well maintained with the correct chlorine tablets in the pipes.
5. The septic tank, pump tank, sand filter, and alarms were functioning properly.
6. Mr. Wheeler now owns the land that required a previous waiver. Therefore, the waiver is no longer
necessary. Setbacks were adequate.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
7. During the inspection, the system was functioning normally. The system is maintained by the
homeowner with accessible maintenance records.
8. In 2020, the pump in the tank stopped working, and he ordered a new part and installed the new
pump. He had receipts available for review.

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9. The fence around the irrigation was in good condition.
10. The septic tank was pumped on January 16, 2023.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
11. The homeowner checks the system weekly/monthly for any repairs needed.
Inspections (Section V):
1. The homeowner inspects the system regularly.
General Conditions (Section VI):
2. The facility continues to be owned by Mr. Brian Wheeler. All fees are paid to date and there have been
no violations or enforcements for the facility.
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. No violations were observed at the
time of the inspection. 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,
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Water Quality Regional Operations Section
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Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WO0023184 Effective: 01/08/18 Expiration: 12/31/22 Owner : Brian P Wheeler
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 1955 Farrington Point Rd. SFR
County: Chatham 1955 Farrington Point Rd
Region: Raleigh
Chapel Hill NC 275179399
Contact Person: Brian P Wheeler Title: Phone:
Directions to Facility:
From Raleigh take US 64W —2.8mi past NC751 turn R, follow Farrington (Point) Rd—6.3mi, driveway for 1955 Farrington Point Rd is
on Lt
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 02/13/2023 Entry Time 10:OOAM
Exit Time: 10:20AM
Primary Inspector: Dorothy M Robson Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
▪ Sand Filter/Treatment Pods
▪ Drip or Irrigation
(See attachment summary)
▪ Permit Status
▪ Disinfection Tablets
▪ General
▪ Septic Tank
▪ Pump Tank
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Permit: WQ0023184 Owner - Facility: Brian P Wheeler
Inspection Date: 02/13/2023
Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the 1955 Farrington Point Drive single family
residence ( SFR) on 02/13/2023. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with
the conditions and limitations specified in Non discharge Permit No. WQ0016488. The findings and comments noted during
this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
Division records indicate a treatment system consists of: a 1,200-gallon baffled septic tank with effluent filter, a 390 sqft
gravity dosed subsurface sand filter; a tablet chlorinator chamber; a 2,000-gallon storage/pump tank; audio/visual high water
alarms, an automatic rain shut-off and soil moisture monitoring device a 0.44-acre spray irrigation area, and all associated
piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
During the inspection, the following was observed:
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The permit expired December 31, 2022. A permit renewal application was submitted November 28, 2022 and currently
still in processing.
Performance (Section II):
2. During the inspection, the fencing around the irrigation area was adequate.
3. The spray heads and pipes were well maintained. One spray head is stiff and could use some maintenance to help it
freely move.
4. The chlorination unit was well maintained with the correct chlorine tablets in the pipes.
5. The septic tank, pump tank, sand filter, and alarms were functioning properly.
6. Mr. Wheeler now owns the land that required a previous waiver. Therefore, the waiver is no longer necessary. Setbacks
were adequate.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
7. During the inspection, the system was functioning normally. The system is maintained by the homeowner with
accessible maintenance records.
8. In 2020, the pump in the tank stopped working, and he ordered a new part and installed the new pump. He had receipts
available for review.
9. The fence around the irrigation was in good condition.
10. The septic tank was pumped on January 16, 2023.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
11. The homeowner checks the system weekly/monthly for any repairs needed.
Inspections (Section V):
1. The homeowner inspects the system regularly.
General Conditions (Section VI):
2. The facility continues to be owned by Mr. Brian Wheeler. All fees are paid to date and there have been no violations or
enforcements for the facility.
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. No violations were observed at the time of the
inspection.
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Permit: WQ0023184 Owner - Facility: Brian P Wheeler
Inspection Date: 02/13/2023
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)?
Homeowner maintains system himself.
Comment: Homeowner has a maintenance/ log book for the system, with receipts for parts or service.
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):
Pumped January 16, 2023
# 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:
He mows over sandfilter to keep weeds off of it.
Comment:
Disinfection Tablets
***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.)
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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Homeowner
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Permit: WQ0023184 Owner - Facility: Brian P wheeler
Inspection Date: 02/13/2023
Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump Tank
***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?
Comment: One of the sprinkler heads was stiff to move. But it did rotate
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: No issues
Yes No NA NE
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