WQ0023491_SFR Inspection Letter WQ0023491_20240223

February 23, 2024
Michael Tenoever
6225 Wake Forest Road
Durham, NC 27703
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
6225 Wake Forest Road SFR
Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0023491
Wake County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the 6225 Wake Forest Road
SFR on 1/19/2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance
with the conditions and limitations specified in Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0023491. 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 consisting of a 1278-gallon baffled septic tank with filter; a
1,278-gallon recirculation tank with a 13-gallom/ minute (GPM) pump, 600-gallon treatment pod, audible
/visual high water alarms; UV disinfection unit, a 4,500-gallon storage /dosing tank, a 0.43-acre spray
irrigation area with six spray nozzles; and all associated piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
During the inspection, the following was observed:
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1.The permit expires on June 30, 2024. A permit renewal application has not been received as of the
date of this letter. Please submit a renewal application. A copy of the application can be downloaded
from our website. https://www.deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/permitting/non-
discharge/application-forms#ApplicationForms-3156
2.An engineering certification was to be submitted upon abandonment of the previous septic tank. DWR
does not have a record of the engineering certification for closure. Please submit the certification within
30 days of receipt of this letter
3.An engineering certification was to be submitted upon the completion of the septic modification. Please
submit the certification within 30 days of receipt of this letter
Performance (Section II):
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4.The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
5.During the inspection, the fencing around the irrigation area was adequate and intact.
6.Two of the sprayers were not rotating. Please have the spray heads repaired or replaced.
7.The septic tank was filled to the top. Please have the system serviced to prevent overflow.
8.The pump tanks, rain gauge and alarms appeared to be functional.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV)and Inspections (Section V):
9.Cory Brantley is the maintenance contractor. He is scheduled for two times a year or as needed for
repairs.
General Conditions (Section VI):
10.The facility continues to be owned by Mr.Tenoever and annual fees have been paid. No violations have
been reported in the past five years.
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. Within 30-days receipt of this
letter, submit a written response to this office addressing the issues noted in items 1, 2, 3, 6
and 7 above.
Please be aware that non-compliance with your permit could result in enforcement action by the Division of
Water Resources for these and any other violations of State law. The Raleigh Regional Office encourages
you to take all necessary actions to bring your facility into compliance. If you have questions or comments
about this inspection or the requirements to take corrective action, then please contact via email at
[e-mail] or 919-791-4241.
Sincerely,
Michael Hall, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS: Compliance Inspection Report
Cc: NON-DISCHARGE Laserfiche
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQ0023491 Effective:06/06/19 Expiration:06/30/24 Owner :Michael F Tenoever
SOC:
Contact Person:
Region:
County:
Directions to Facility:
Durham
Raleigh
Michael F Tenoever
Effective:Expiration:Facility:6225 Wake Forest Rd. SFR
6225 Wake Forest Rd
Durham NC 27703
Title:Phone:[phone]
From Raleigh go N on Glenwood Ave to Creedmoor Rd and continue N for appx 10 mile to junction w/NC98. Go W for appx 4.1 mi.
Unmarked dirt driveway for site will be on R.
Phone:Certification:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Secondary ORC(s): NA
On-Site Representative(s): Michael Tenoever
Related Permits:
WQ0040186 Michael F Tenoever - Tenoever Winery WWTF
Secondary Inspector(s):
Primary Inspector:
Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time:
Phone:
01/19/2024 03:30PM 04:00PM
Dorothy M Robson 919-791-4241
Facility Status:
Permit Inspection Type:
Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type:
Not CompliantCompliant
Routine
Single-Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Compliance Evaluation
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Permit Status Septic Tank
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Disinfection UV Disinfection Tablets
Pump Tank Drip or Irrigation General
(See attachment summary)
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0023491
01/19/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Michael F Tenoever
Routine
Inspection Summary:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the 6225 Wake Forest Road
SFR on 1/19/2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance
with the conditions and limitations specified in Non discharge Permit No. WQ0023491. 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 consisting of a 1278-gallon baffled septic tank with filter; a 1,278-gallon
recirculation tank with a 13-gallom/ minute (GPM) pump, 600-gallon treatment pod, audible /visual high water alarms; UV
disinfection unit, a 4,500-gallon storage /dosing tank, a 0.43-acre spray irrigation area with six spray nozzles; and all
associated piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
During the inspection, the following was observed:
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The permit expires on June 30, 2024. A permit renewal application has not been received as of the date of this letter.
Please submit a renewal application. A copy of the application can be downloaded from our website.
https://www.deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/permitting/non-discharge/application-forms#ApplicationForms-3156
2. An engineering certification was to be submitted upon abandonment of the previous septic tank. DWR does not have a
record of the engineering certification for closure. Please submit the certification within 30 days of receipt of this letter
3. An engineering certification was to be submitted upon the completion of the septic modification. Please submit the
certification within 30 days of receipt of this letter
Performance (Section II):
4. The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
5. During the inspection, the fencing around the irrigation area was adequate and intact.
6. Two of the sprayers were not rotating. Please have the spray heads repaired or replaced.
7. The septic tank was filled to the top. Please have the system serviced to prevent overflow.
8. The pump tanks, rain gauge and alarms appeared to be functional.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV)and Inspections (Section V):
9. Cory Brantley is the maintenance contractor. He is scheduled for two times a year or as needed for repairs.
General Conditions (Section VI):
10. The facility continues to be owned by Mr.Tenoever and annual fees have been paid. No violations have been reported in
the past five years.
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. Within 30-days receipt of this letter, submit a written
response to this office addressing the issues noted in items 1, 2, 3, 6 and 7 above.
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0023491
01/19/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Michael F Tenoever
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)?
Cory Brantley
Permit expires June 30, 2024. A renewal needs to be submitted.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?
# 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):
The system was installed in tless than five years.
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
The septic was filled to the top with inches before overflowing. Mr. Tenoever called his
contractor to schedule maintenance on the septic to prevent it from overflowing.
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.)Advantex
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located?
Does the sandfilter require maintenance?
If maintenace is required, explain:
The advantex filter was functioning properly.Comment:
Disinfection UV Yes No NA NE
*** UV unit shall be checked weekly. Lamps/sleeves should be cleaned/replaced as needed to ensure
proper disinfection. ***
Is UV working?
Has the UV Unit been serviced and bulbs cleaned?
# Who completes the weekly check for the UV? ( Non-Discharge)
The service contractor replaces and checks the UV light as needed. IN addition, the system is
set up with telemetry to monitor the system remotely.
Comment:
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0023491
01/19/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Michael F Tenoever
Routine
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.)
Not ApplicableComment:
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
*** 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:
The contractor checks the system biannually.Comment:
Drip or Irrigation Yes No NA NE
*** 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):Spray irrigation
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:6
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?
Two of the spray heads were did not rotate. Please have the service contractor repair or
replace the spray heads.
Comment:
General Yes No NA NE
# 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.
Other than the septic tank wastewater being inches from the lid, the rest of the system was functioning
normally.
NoneComment:
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