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Director Environmental Quality
April 17, 2024
CERTIFIED MAIL# 7019 1120 0001 5505 0476
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Michael D. Pittard
3106 Amherst Ave
Burlington, NC 27215
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
6354 NC 86 S SFR
Permit No. WQ0014589
Caswell County
Dear Mr. Pittard:
On April 12, 2024, Division of Water Resources staff Kristen Potwora conducted a
scheduled routine compliance inspection of permitted SFR WQ0014589 located at 6354
NC 86 S in Caswell County. Michael D. Pittard was present during the entire inspection.
A review of the visual and audio alarms and the spray irrigation field and equipment were
completed. This review reflected compliance with the subject permit.
The following item of concern was noted:
• In the future, please obtain and store all receipts and documentation for the septic
tank inspections/clean outs, as well as any repairs to the system.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional comments and observations.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristen Potwora at the letterhead address, the
phone number, 336-776-9697, or by email at jenny.graznak _deg.nc.gov or
kristen.potwora(a)-deg.nc.gov.
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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Jennifer F. Graznak, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ-WSRO
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQ0014589 Effective: 08/15/19 Expiration: 04/30/25 Owner: Michael D Pittard
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 6354 NC 86 S SFR
County: Caswell 6354 NC 86 S
Region: Winston-Salem
Yanceyville NC 27379
Contact Person:Michael D Pittard Title: Phone:
Directions to Facility:
Take US 158 East to Yanceyville.Take NC 86 North. Site is down a long driveway on the right.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 04/12/2024 Entry Time 01 n30PM Exit Time: 02:OOPM
Primary Inspector:Kristen Potwora ,(��v i'd�lty82C� Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s): / l
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)
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Permit: WQ0014589 Owner-Facility:Michael D Pittard
Inspection Date: 04/12/2024 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On April 12, 2024, Division of Water Resources staff Kristen Potwora conducted a scheduled routine compliance inspection
of permitted SFR WQ0014589 located at 6354 NC 86 S in Caswell County. Michael D. Pittard was present during the entire
inspection. A review of the visual and audio alarms and the spray irrigation field and equipment were completed. This review
reflected compliance with the subject permit.
The following item of concern was noted:
• In the future, please obtain and store all receipts and documentation for the septic tank inspections/clean outs, as well
as any repairs to the system.
Observations:
• The speaker for the Audio Alarms was repaired and working.
• All spray heads were replaced and in working condition.
• Septic Tanks were inspected and pumped 2 years ago.
• Sent permit and site plans to [e-mail] on 4/15/24.
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Permit: WQ0014589 Owner-Facility:Michael D Pittard
Inspection Date: 04/12/2024 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Permit Status Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter) ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
#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 and inspected two years ago.
#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 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? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
# 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:
Comment:
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.) ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Pump Tank
Yes No NA NE
***All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non-Discharge)***
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Permit: WQ0014589 Owner-Facility:Michael D Pittard
Inspection Date: 04/12/2024 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Is the pump working? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the permittee know how to check the pump&high water alarm? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Last functional test: 04/12/2024
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): Irrigation
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads: 4
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:
General
Yes No NA NE
#Are the treatment units locked and/or secured? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Has resident had any sewage problems? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
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:
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