WQCS00009_BIMS Report_20240301

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00009 Effective: 02/06/24 Expiration: 01/31/32 Owner : Water and SewerAuthority of Cabarrus County
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: W&S Authority of Cabarrus Co Collection Syste
County: Cabarrus PO Box 428
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Accounts Payable Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS4,
Primary ORC: Joseph Wayne Lyles
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Certification: 24978 Phone: [phone]
NCO036269 Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County - Rocky River WWTP
NCO081621 Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County - Muddy Creek WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Entry Time 09:50AM Exit Time: 01:OOPM
Primary Inspector: Tony Parker
Secondary Inspector(s):
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: 0 Compliant n Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions
Capital Improvement Plan
inspections
Lines
(See attachment summary)
General Sewer& FOG Ordinances
Map Reporting Requirements
Spill Response Plan Spills
Manholes Pump Stations
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Permit: WQCSO0009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WQCSO0009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General Yes No NA NE
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade? 0 El El El
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis? 0 1:11:11:1
# What is that frequency? Monthly
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages? 0 El El El
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations? 0 El El El
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory? 0 El El El
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials? 0 El El El
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? 0 El El El
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months? El El 0 El
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal? El El 0 El
Comment: The facilities permit expired 7/31/22 and a renewal application was submitted as required.. A
new draft permit was issued 1/2/2024 and was sent back to DEQ with comments. The permit is
still in process therefore the permitte should continue under the expired permit untill the new
permit is issued.
Sewer and FOG Ordinances
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices?
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance?
Is Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
# Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance?
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.)
This is a regional facility with intra local agreements and ordinances that differ somewhat than towns &
municipal type systems as these are their customers and most enforcement is dependent on the towns and
municipal enities to regulate and enforce their grease contributors.
Comment:
Capital Improvement Plan
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted?
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section?
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Yes No NA NE
• El El El
• El El El
• El El El
N/A
Yes No NA NE
• El El El
• El El EJ
0 1:11:1 n
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Permit: WQCSO0009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does CIP include forecasted future needs? 0 El El El
Comment: A capital improvement plan was available and it appears to be adequate for future needs.
Map Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map? 0 El 1:1 El
Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
0
El El El
Comment: The sVstem uses GIS maps.
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# 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?
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required?
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers?
# How is it being made available? website
Comment: The sVstem is not free of SSQ's but are responding, documenting and reporting as required.
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 activities were well documentd
Spill Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCSO0009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
0
El El El
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
0
El El El
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment: A spill response plan was available
aR!!!—S Yes No NA NE
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
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? El El 0 0
Comment:
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriall Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Mt, Pleasant outfalls. No issues noted.
Are rig ht-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented? El El r-1
Are gravity sewer cleaning records available? El El El
Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs; been cleaned annually? El El EJ
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? 0 El El 0
Comment: The facility had met their 10% cleaning requirement and all activities were well documented.
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Various manholes reviewed and no issues noted.
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
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Permit: WQCSO0009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Inspection Type Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
0
El El El
Are manhole covers present?
0
El El El
# Are manholes properly seated?
0
El El El
# Are manholes in good condition?
0
El El 0
# Are inverts in good condition?
0
El El 0
Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
0
El El 0
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
0
El El El
Are manholes free of excessive roots?
0
El El El
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
0
El El El
Are manhole vents screened?
0
El El 0
Are vents free of submergence?
0
El El 0
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
0
El El El
Comment: No issues with manholes.
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
MT Pleasant pump stations # 1, # 2, & # 3 & Reedy Creek Pump station. No issues noted with pump stations.
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
5
# Number of vacuum stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
0
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
4
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
1
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
Is the communication system functional?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
Does the sign include
Owner Name?
El El F�
Pump station identifier?
El El F�
# Address?
El El F�
Instructions for notification?
El El r_1
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
El El r_1
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Permit: WQCSO0009 Owner - Facility: Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County
Inspection Date: 02/28/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are audio and visual alarms present?
0
El El El
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
0
El El El
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
0
El El El
If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
0
El El El
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
0
El El El
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
El
El 0 El
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
El
El 0 El
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
El
El 0 El
If Yes, what resources (Units/StaffiVehicies/etc) are included in Plan?
The system has 4 dedicated on -site diesel fueled generators and 2 portable by-pass pumps available if
needed. These units functioned without issue when tested.
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
El
El 0 El
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
0
El E] El
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
0
El El 0
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
0
El E] El
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
0
El El El
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
0
El El El
Comment: All pump stations appeared to be well operated, maintained and documented.
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