WQCSD0248_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20230926

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Amanda Bradshaw
Town of Newton Grove
PO Box 4
Newton Grove, NC 28366-0004
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
September 26, 2023
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
Newton Grove Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0248
Sampson County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Newton Grove Collection
System on 9/15/2023. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0248.
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. However, there are several issues found during the inspection which do need
to be corrected:
-No spill response plan was available upon inspection.
-the audible alarm at Station 1 (parkside) was not working
-Neither the visual nor audible alarms worked at pump station 3 (McDonalds)
-the wet well at pump station 4 (trailer park) has accumulated debris and needs to be cleaned
-pump station 5 (high school) does not have a sign
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Fayetteville Regional Office 1 225 Green Street, Suite 714 1 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301
910.433.3300

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kirsten Steininger with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3300 or via email at
[e-mail].
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Fayetteville Regional Office 1 225 Green Street, Suite 714 1 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301
910.433.3300

Comaliance Insaection Resort
Permit: WQCSD0248 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Town of Newton Grove
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Newton Grove Collection System
County: Sampson PO Box 4
Region: Fayetteville
Newton Grove NC 283660004
Contact Person: Gerald W Darden Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/15/2023
Entry Time 09:50AM
Exit Time: 12:15PM
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9/27/2023
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
General
Grease Control
Spills/Response Plan
Inspections
Lines
Manholes
Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSD0248 Owner - Facility: Town of Newton Grove
Inspection Date: 09/15/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary
Documentation requirements
-The overall sewer system map had adequate detail.
-The grease control education program meets requirements.
-Records are maintained for pump station checks and maintenance
Field Inspection
-Manholes were free of issues.
-No right of ways or high priority lines.
-Backup generator worked.
-all pump stations were operational, but various issues were discovered upon inspection
Issues
-No spill response plan was available upon inspection.
-the audible alarm at Station 1 (parkside) was not working
-Neither the visual nor audible alarms worked at pump station 3 (McDonalds)
-the wet well at pump station 4 (trailer park) has accumulated debris and needs to be cleaned
-pump station 5 (high school) does not have a sign
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Permit: WQCSD0248 Owner - Facility: Town of Newton Grove
Inspection Date: 09/15/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
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0 ❑ ❑
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
0
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Pipe location
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# Flow direction
❑ ❑ ❑
# Approximate pipe age
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Pump station ID, location and capacity
❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location & type
❑ ❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections
❑
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Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment:
Grease Control Yes No NA NE
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.)
online
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Grease education is distributed online and via mail: Grease ordinance requires grease traps to
be cleaned at least once every three months: grease traps are checked by ORC or staff
Periodically and some grease traps have recently been upgraded.
Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
# 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? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0248
Inspection Date: 09/15/2023
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Owner - Facility: Town of Newton Grove
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Does the plan include:
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# 24-hour contact numbers
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# Response time
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# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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# Access to cleaning equipment
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# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
❑
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# Source of emergency funds
❑
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# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
❑
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# Post-overflow/spill assessment
❑
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Comment: Repeated problems at Parkside station, so it is checked daily to mitigate issues:
No Spill
Response plan was available at time of inspection: AIA in progress and entire system
smoked
in 2022
Inspections Yes No NA NE
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: all Lines inspected in preparation for major storms
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access?
❑
❑ ❑
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
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Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
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Comment: no ROWS or HPLS
Manholes
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
carwash/ restaurant parking; bizzell street
Are manholes accessible?
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# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0248 Owner - Facility: Town of Newton Grove
Inspection Date: 09/15/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
0
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Are manhole covers present?
0
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# Are manholes properly seated?
0
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# Are manholes in good condition?
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# Are inverts in good condition?
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Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
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Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Are manholes free of excessive roots?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole vents screened?
❑
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Are vents free of submergence?
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Comment:
Pump Stations Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
1-Parkside; 2-Hwy55; 3-McDonalds; 4-trailer park; 5-high school
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 5
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system 116
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# Atwo-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? 5
For pump stations inspected
Are they secure with restricted access?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
0
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Is the telemetry system functional?
❑
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
0
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Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Address?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Instructions for notification?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0248
Inspection Date: 09/15/2023
Owner - Facility: Town of Newton Grove
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
Comment: Generators
-Generator at main pump station (Parkside) self- tests and is serviced twice a
contractor
-portable backup generator is tested twice a year
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Simplex pumps
-4 simplex pumps are kept in inventory
-Town maintains simplex pumps, but after 4 blockages the homeowner will be responsible
Pump Stations
-Station 1 (parkside): secure with proper signage; pumps and generator work; well clear of
excess debris; light alarm worked, but audible alarm did not
-Station 2 (hwy 55): secure with proper signage; one pump out, after a repair, waiting for
mounting parts; other pump works; well clear of excess debris; alarms not tested
-Station 3 (McDonalds): secure with proper signage; well clear of excess debris; Alarm not
functional
-Station 4 (trailer park): secure with proper signage; pumps work; alarms work; well is okay, but
will soon need cleaning due to debris
-Station 5 (high school): secure; no sign; well clear of excess debris; alarm not tested
-pump stations are scheduled for cleaning
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