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Home My WebLink AboutWQ0016849_NOD-2023-PC-0148_20230602ROY COOPER Governor ELIZABETH S. BISER Secretary RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. Director Mr. Mike Terrell 3485 Byrds Sawmill Road Burlington, North Carolina 27217 NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Quality June 2, 2023 SUBJECT: Notice of Deficiency (NOD-2023-PC-0148) Compliance Evaluation Inspection Permit No. WQ0016849 Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation System 3485 Byrds Sawmill Road Alamance County Dear Mr. Terrell: On May 17, 2023, Division of Water Resources staff Jim Gonsiewski conducted a routine compliance inspection. Mike and Rhonda Terrell, Owners, were present during the entire inspection. A review of all treatment units was completed. This review reflected non-compliance with the subject permit. As a reminder, the minimum inspection frequency from the Division is 5 years. Inspections may be more frequent based on compliance status and permit renewal dates. The following deficiency was noted: 1. At the time of inspection, there was no fence around the spray field. This was also noted in correspondence dated June 26, 2018. Permit Condition III.8 requires a minimum 2- strand wire fence around the irrigation area. Please construct a fence as soon as possible. The following items of concern were noted: • Mr. Terrell stated that he inspects the chlorinator tubes monthly. Permit Condition III.12b. and the Operation and Maintenance Agreement state that the tablet chlorinator shall be inspected weekly. Begin inspecting the chlorinator weekly and recording these events in the inspection log. • An inspection log has been maintained. Permit Condition V.2 states an inspection log shall be maintained that includes, at a minimum, the date and time of inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken. Permit North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources Winston-Salem Regional Office 1 450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300 I Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105 NoanicaaouNn oep.m.m or em�nmen� Qualm 336.776.9800 Condition III.12 lists inspection frequencies for specific treatment units. Begin maintaining an inspection log containing the weekly and monthly inspections. • A small garden was observed adjacent north of the spray field. The proximity of this garden next to the spray area is a concern as the garden may be impacted by wastewater drift during spray events. This office recommends the garden be relocated to avoid potential health issues. Please refer to the enclosed compliance inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you have any questions concerning this letter, you may contact Mr. Jim Gonsiewski or me at (336) 776-9800. Sincerely, Docu Siiggned by: 145B49E225CMEA... Lon T. Snider Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ - WSRO enc.: Inspection Report cc: Alamance County Environmental Health — (Electronic Copy) NORTH CAROLINAD � �� oeo+ro�.m m F,mro.�.�w n�si� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources Winston-Salem Regional Office 1 450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300 lWinston-Salem, North Carolina 27105 336.776.9800 Compliance Inspection Report Permit: WQ0016849 Effective: 09/01/18 Expiration: 08/31/23 Owner: Michael D Terrell SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 3485 Byrds Sawmill Rd. SFR County: Caswell 3485 Byrd Sawmill Rd Region: Winston-Salem Burlington NC 27217 Contact Person: Michael D Terrell Title: Phone: Directions to Facility: From 1-85/40, go north on Hwy 49/62 through Burlington. Turn left on Union Ridge Road. Turn left on Kerr Chapel Road (SR1100). Turn right on Byrd Sawmill Road. The site is the first driveway on the right. System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Inspection Date: 05/17/2023 Entry Time 03:14PM Exit Time: 04:35PM Primary Inspector: Jim J Gonsiewski Phone: 336-776-9704 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 Permit Status Septic Tank Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Disinfection Tablets Pump Tank Drip or Irrigation General (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 4 Permit: WQ0016849 Owner - Facility: Michael D Terrell Inspection Date: 05/17/2023 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: 5/17/23 Inspection Summary On May 17, 2023, Division of Water Resources staff Jim Gonsiewski conducted a routine compliance inspection. Mike and Rhonda Terrell, Owners, were present during the entire inspection. A review of all treatment units was completed. This review reflected non-compliance with the subject permit. The following deficiency was noted: 1. At the time of inspection, there was no fence around the spray field. This was also noted in correspondence dated June 26, 2018. Permit Condition 111.8 requires a minimum 2-strand wire fence around the irrigation area. Please construct this fence as soon as possible. The following items of concern were noted: • Mr. Terrell stated that he inspects the chlorinator tubes monthly. Permit Condition 111.12b. and the Operation and Maintenance Agreement state that the chlorinator shall be inspected weekly. Begin inspecting the chlorinator weekly and recording these events in the inspection log. • An inspection log has been maintained. Permit Condition V.2 states an inspection log shall be maintained that includes, at a minimum, the date and time of inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken. Permit Condition 111.12 lists inspection frequencies for specific treatment units. Begin maintaining an inspection log which includes the weekly and monthly inspections. • A small garden was observed north of the spray field. The proximity of this garden to the spray area is a concern as the garden may be impacted by wastewater drift during spray events. This office recommends the garden be relocated to avoid potential health issues. Other observations: • Mr. Terrell stated that he replaced the system pump in November 2022 and that he had not had any major problems with the system. He also recently replaced the system spray heads. • Mr. Terrell used the correct type of chlorine tablets. • There were no areas of ponding or runoff observed. • There is no metering equipment in the system. • Mr. Terrell pumps the septic tank every two years. He also has the septic tank filter cleaned at this time. • Currently two people are living in the home. • The alarm for the system is located adjacent to the system pump. It was tested and both the audio and visual alarms work. • The system appears to be well maintained with no leaks or odors observed during the inspection. Page 2 of 4 Permit: WQ0016849 Owner - Facility: Michael D Terrell Inspection Date: 05/17/2023 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Permit Status Yes No NA NE # 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)? Comment: Septic Tank Yes No NA NE *** 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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # 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): 2022 septic last pumped # Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who? 2022 by the septic contractor Comment: Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Yes No NA NE *** 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.) NA # Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the sandfilter require maintenance? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ If maintenace is required, explain: See comments Comment: See comments Disinfection Tablets Yes No NA NE *** 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.) 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Pump Tank Yes No NA NE Page 3 of 4 Permit: WQ0016849 Owner - Facility: Michael D Terrell Inspection Date: 05/17/2023 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? Comment: No fence around field. See commentys General # Are the treatment units locked and/or secured? # Has resident had any sewage problems? If YES, explain: See comments 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: Not compliant because the spray field fence was not in place. ■❑❑❑ ■❑❑❑ ■❑❑❑ 5/15/2023 Yes No NA NE Irrigation 4 Yes No NA NE ■❑❑❑ ❑■❑❑ ■❑❑❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑■❑❑ Page 4 of 4