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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQCS00181_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20240823Docusign Envelope ID: 05503CFF-A2F9-411E-8281-D618E73CCEE6 ROY COOPER Governor ELIZABETH S. BISER Secretary RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. Director Attn: Mondale Robinson, Mayor Town of Enfield 121 SE Railroad St Enfield, NC 27823 NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Quality August 23, 2024 SUBJECT: COMPLIANCE EVALUATION INSPECTION REPORT AND NOTICE OF VIOLATION Tracking No. NOV-2024-PC-0481 Permit No. WQCS00181 Enfield Collection System Halifax County Dear Mr. Robinson: On June 26, 2024, Division of Water Resources (DWR) Raleigh Regional Office (RRO) staff Jesse Barnes conducted a routine compliance evaluation inspection of the subject wastewater collection system to evaluate compliance with the subject permit. ORC Antonio Gorham was present during the inspection. A review of records, operations, maintenance, and system components was completed. This review reflected noncompliance with the subject permit. Any permit violation(s), item(s) of concern, and/or general observations are listed below. Inspection findings are detailed in the attached Compliance Inspection Report. Permit Violation(s) 1. The visual high-water alarm at Pump Station #2: S Dennis St was not operable when first tested during the inspection. Permittee staff replaced the bulb during the inspection and the visual alarm was then operable. The visual alarm at Pump Station #2 was also not operable during the previous DWR inspection on June 13, 2019. Section II. 4. of the subject permit requires the permittee to routinely verify the proper operation of alarms. 2. The audible high-water alarm at Pump Station #5: Franklin St was not operable when tested during the inspection. The audible alarm at Pump Station #5 was also not operable during the previous DWR inspection on June 13, 2019. Section I. 10. of the subject permit requires pump stations without automatic polling to have both audible and visual high-water alarms. Section II. 4. of the subject permit requires the permittee to routinely verify the proper operation of alarms. Item(s) of Concern 3. Facility staff were unable to locate copies of the permittee's Sewer Use Ordinance, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and Spill Response Action Plan during the inspection and stated that they would be sent to Mr. Barnes via email afterward. Mr. Barnes has not received copies of any of the above documents as of the date of this report. Sections I. 3., I. 5., and II. 9. of the subject permit require the permittee to establish and maintain a Sewer Use Ordinance, Capital Improvement Plan, and Spill Response Action Plan (respectively). NORTH CAROLINAD E Q1 A Oep M—A of Emironn W OualITY4�4 North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 919.791.4200 Docusign Envelope ID: 05503CFF-A2F9-411E-8281-D618E73CCEE6 Page 2 of 4 4. A record of dates of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) educational materials distribution was not available during the inspection. Section I. 4. of the subject permit requires at least semiannual distribution of educational material targeted at both residential and non-residential users. 5. Written Pump Failure Contingency Plans for each pump station were not available during the inspection. Facility staff were able to describe the plans orally. Section I. 7. of the subject requires the permittee to maintain a contingency plan for pump failure at each pump station. 6. A record of right-of-way and/or easement maintenance (e.g. mowing) was not available during the inspection. Section II. 7. of the subject permit requires the permittee to properly maintain rights -of -way and/or easements to allow accessibility to the collection system. 7. A copy of the most recent Annual Performance Report was not available during the inspection. According to DWR's records, no Annual Performance Report for 2023 has been submitted. Section IV. 3. of the subject permit requires the permittee to provide users, customers, and DWR an annual report that summarizes the performance of the collection system and the extent to which the collection system has violated the permit or other regulations. 8. All components of Pump Station #2: S Dennis St, including a control panel and wet well, do not have restricted access. Section I. 9. of the subject permit requires pump station sites, equipment, and components to have restricted access. 9. The visual high-water alarm at Pump Station #3: Daniels Bridge Rd was positioned on the back side (relative to the nearby street) of a control panel and therefore not clearly visible. Section I. 10. of the subject permit requires visual alarms to be placed in a clear and conspicuous location. General Observation Items 10. Permit Details: Version 3.0 of the subject permit is effective from May 1, 2018, until April 30, 2026. DWR records indicate the wastewater collection system consists of approximately 13.58 miles of gravity sewer, 4.2 miles of force main, 3 simplex pump stations, and 8 duplex pump stations. The system appeared to be as described in the permit. 11. Reported Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs): During the 12-month period prior to the inspection, there were no reported SSOs from the collection system. 12. Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Program: The permittee has developed and implements an educational fats, oils, and grease program that includes at least bi-annual distribution of educational material targeted at both residential and non-residential users. Educational materials were reviewed during the inspection and appeared to be sufficient. Permittee staff stated that educational materials are distributed via mail three times per year and online via social media. Additional educational materials and notices are sent as needed to any identified problem areas. A record of dates of FOG educational materials distribution was not available during the inspection. See Item 4, above. The permittee has also developed and implements an enforceable FOG program for non-residential users. No written enforcement actions were taken within the previous year, but some oral warnings were issued. 13. Capital Improvement Plan: A Capital Improvement Plan was not available for review during the inspection and was not provided to DWR as of the date of this letter. See Item 3, above. 14. Contingency Plan for Pump Failure: Written contingency plans for pump failure were not available during the inspection. See Item 5, above. Permittee staff orally described the contingency plan as follows: Electrical Services Erm.onmaribl Ouali� D E ��� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division 4��of Water Resources Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 Deparhnanf of NOR-H ona919.791.4200 Docusign Envelope ID: 05503CFF-A2F9-411E-8281-D618E73CCEE6 Page 3 of 4 & Solutions (ESS) and Watson Septic Service are contracted and on call in the event of pump failures. Permittee staff stated that 4 backup pumps were on hand during the inspection. 15. Pump Stations Inspected: The following pump stations were inspected: #2 S Dennis St, #5 Franklin St, and #3 Daniels Bridge Rd. The inspector's observations noted in the next five items below refer to the pump stations inspected. All inspected pump stations were checked for general condition, proper operation and maintenance with appropriate recordkeeping, presence of debris, evidence of spills, and operational standby power. 16. Pump Station Signage: Each pump station has signage clearly and conspicuously posted that identifies the pump station, provides an emergency 24-hour contact telephone number(s), and provides instructions for notification if the visual alarm illuminates and/or the audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency is apparent. It was noted that Pump Station #3 listed 911 as the emergency contact number. It is recommended that pump station signage lists a phone number that directly contacts an individual who can initiate or perform emergency service for the wastewater collection system at all times. 17. Pump Station Restricted Access: All components of Pump Station #2, S Dennis St did not have restricted access during the inspection. See Item 8, above. Other inspected pump station sites, equipment, and components were observed to have restricted access via locked gated fences. 18. Pump Station Automatic Polling_ Automatic polling was not present at this system. 8 pump stations were equipped with telemetric high-water and pump malfunction notifications. 3 pump stations were not equipped with telemetry or automatic polling and are inspected daily. 19. Pump Station High Water Alarms: Pump Station #2's visual alarm was not operable when first tested during the inspection and was repaired immediately. See Violation 1, above. Pump Station #5's audible alarm was not operable during the inspection. See Violation 2, above. Pump Station #3's visual alarm was not clearly and conspicuously visible during the inspection. See Item 9, above. Other tested alarms appeared to operate properly during the inspection. 20. Pump Station Inspection Program: The permittee has developed and implements a routine inspection program of each pump station that includes the following maintenance activities: cleaning and removing debris from the pump station area and wet well; inspecting all valves; inspecting pumps and other mechanical equipment; and verifying the proper operation of the alarms, telemetry system, and auxiliary equipment. See Violations 1 and 2, above. Inspection logs are reviewed weekly and emergency/standby equipment are tested weekly by the permittee. Records related to inspection and maintenance activities are maintained. The inspector reviewed the inspection logs of the pump stations visited and observed adequate entries of the date and time of the operator's inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken. 21. Designated Operators: The subject collection system is classified as a CS-2 system, and the designated certified Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and back-up ORC (BORC) on record are Antonia Gorham (CS-2) and Roy Deckard (CS-2), respectively. The certification status for each operator is reflected as active in DWR's records. 22. Cleaning Sewer Lines: The permittee has developed and implements a program for cleaning the sewer lines. As required by Section II.8 of the subject permit, at least 10% of the wastewater collection system should be cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for sewer lines less than five years old, unless an inspection reveals the need for cleaning. Line cleaning records were reviewed during the inspection and appeared to be compliant with permit requirements. 23. Spill Response Action Plan: A written Spill Response Action Plan was not available for review during the inspection and has not been provided to DWR as of the date of this letter. See Item 3, above. Section II. 9. of the subject permit requires the permittee to maintain a Response Action Plan that addresses the following minimum items: D E ��� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources 4��Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 NOR-H O AOLINa 919.791.4200 Deparhnanf of Erm.onmaribl Ouali� Docusign Envelope ID: 05503CFF-A2F9-411E-8281-D618E73CCEE6 Page 4 of 4 24-hour emergency response numbers, response time, equipment list and spare parts inventory, access to cleaning equipment, access to construction crews/contractors/engineers, source(s) of emergency funds, site restoration and cleanup materials, and post-SSO assessment. 24. SSO Records: The permittee has maintained adequate records pertaining to SSOs and sewer complaints for the three-year period prior to the inspection. The last reported SSO occurred on June 20, 2016 and resulted in the issuance of NOV-2016-DV-0238. No unreported SSOs were present in the permittee's records during the inspection (attested orally). Permittee staff stated that complaint records are maintained at city hall- there were not reviewed during the inspection. 25. Comprehensive Sewer Maw The permittee maintains an up-to-date comprehensive map of its sewer collection system. The map includes pipe size, pipe material, pipe location, flow direction, approximate pipe age, number of active service taps, and each pump station's identification, location, and capacity. The map was reviewed during the inspection and appeared to meet permit requirements. 26. Inspection of High Priority Lines: Section V. 4. of the subject permit requires all high priority sewer lines (HPLs) to be inspected by the permittee at least once every six -months. According to reviewed records, all HPLs have been inspected monthly during the past year. No deficiencies in routine inspection requirements were noted. The following HPL was inspected for corrosion, misalignment, leaks, pylon condition, bracket/brace condition, right of way maintenance, accessibility, and general compliance: HPL #1. No issues were noted during the inspection. Required Action(s) Corrective actions addressing each permit violation and item of concern above should be planned and completed within a reasonable time. Failure to make corrective actions within a reasonable time may result in enforcement action. Please be aware that DWR may take enforcement action against any individual who fails to comply with the requirements of all applicable permits, regulations, and/or statutes. Pursuant to NC General Statute (NCGS) 143- 215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit, or applicable regulations, issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1. If you need assistance, please contact Jesse Barnes at (919) 791-4254 or jesse.barnes@deq.nc.gov. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Sincerely, EDocuSigned by: V&VXSSA' f. Ail avu,u,(, B2916H 21 F. Vanessa . anuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Raleigh Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ Attachment(s): Compliance Inspection Report, WQCS00181 Cc: Laserfiche Files D E ��� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources 4��Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 NOR-H O AOLINa 919.791.4200 Deparhnanf of Erm.onmaribl Ouali� Compliance Inspection Report Permit: WQCS00181 Effective: 05/01/18 Expiration: 04/30/26 Owner : Town of Enfield SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Enfield Collection System County: Halifax PO Box 699 Region: Raleigh Enfield NC 278230699 Contact Person: Michael Powell Title: Public Works Director Phone: 252-578-1537 Directions to Facility: System Classifications: CS2, Primary ORC: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: NC0025402 Town of Enfield - Enfield WWTP Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Entry Time 10:OOAM Primary Inspector: Jesse Barnes Secondary Inspector(s): Certification: Phone: Exit Time: 12:OOPM Phone: 919-791-4254 Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation Facility Status: ❑ Compliant Not Compliant Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions General Sewer & FOG Ordinances Capital Improvement Plan Map Reporting Requirements Inspections Spill Response Plan Spills Lines Pump Stations (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: On June 26, 2024, Division of Water Resources (DWR) Raleigh Regional Office (RRO) staff Jesse Barnes conducted a routine compliance evaluation inspection of the subject wastewater collection system to evaluate compliance with the subject permit. ORC Antonio Gorham was present during the inspection. A review of records, operations, maintenance, and system components was completed. This review reflected noncompliance with the subject permit. Any permit violation(s), item(s) of concern, and/or general observations are listed below. Inspection findings are detailed in the attached Compliance Inspection Report. Permit Violation(s) 1. The visual high-water alarm at Pump Station #2: S Dennis St was not operable when first tested during the inspection. Permittee staff replaced the bulb during the inspection and the visual alarm was then operable. The visual alarm at Pump Station #2 was also not operable during the previous DWR inspection on June 13, 2019. Section II. 4. of the subject permit requires the permittee to routinely verify the proper operation of alarms. 2. The audible high-water alarm at Pump Station #5: Franklin St was not operable when tested during the inspection. The audible alarm at Pump Station #5 was also not operable during the previous DWR inspection on June 13, 2019. Section I. 10. of the subject permit requires pump stations without automatic polling to have both audible and visual high-water alarms. Section II. 4. of the subject permit requires the permittee to routinely verify the proper operation of alarms. Item(s) of Concern 3. Facility staff were unable to locate copies of the permittee's Sewer Use Ordinance, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), and Spill Response Action Plan during the inspection and stated that they would be sent to Mr. Barnes via email afterward. Mr. Barnes has not received copies of any of the above documents as of the date of this report. Sections I. 3., I. 5., and II. 9. of the subject permit require the permittee to establish and maintain a Sewer Use Ordinance, Capital Improvement Plan, and Spill Response Action Plan (respectively). 4. A record of dates of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) educational materials distribution was not available during the inspection. Section I. 4. of the subject permit requires at least semiannual distribution of educational material targeted at both residential and non-residential users. 5. Written Pump Failure Contingency Plans for each pump station were not available during the inspection. Facility staff were able to describe the plans orally. Section I. 7. of the subject requires the permittee to maintain a contingency plan for pump failure at each pump station. 6. A record of right-of-way and/or easement maintenance (e.g. mowing) was not available during the inspection. Section II. 7. of the subject permit requires the permittee to properly maintain rights -of -way and/or easements to allow accessibility to the collection system. 7. A copy of the most recent Annual Performance Report was not available during the inspection. According to DWR's records, no Annual Performance Report for 2023 has been submitted. Section IV. 3. of the subject permit requires the permittee to provide users, customers, and DWR an annual report that summarizes the performance of the collection system and the extent to which the collection system has violated the permit or other regulations. 8. All components of Pump Station #2: S Dennis St, including a control panel and wet well, do not have restricted access. Section I. 9. of the subject permit requires pump station sites, equipment, and components to have restricted access. 9. The visual high-water alarm at Pump Station #3: Daniels Bridge Rd was positioned on the back side (relative to the nearby street) of a control panel and therefore not clearly visible. Section I. 10. of the subject permit requires visual alarms to be placed in a clear and conspicuous location. Page 2 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine General Observation Items 10. Permit Details: Version 3.0 of the subject permit is effective from May 1, 2018, until April 30, 2026. DWR records indicate the wastewater collection system consists of approximately 13.58 miles of gravity sewer, 4.2 miles of force main, 3 simplex pump stations, and 8 duplex pump stations. The system appeared to be as described in the permit. 11. Reported Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs): During the 12-month period prior to the inspection, there were no reported SSOs from the collection system. 12. Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Program: The permittee has developed and implements an educational fats, oils, and grease program that includes at least bi-annual distribution of educational material targeted at both residential and non-residential users. Educational materials were reviewed during the inspection and appeared to be sufficient Permittee staff stated that educational materials are distributed via mail three times per year and online via social media Additional educational materials and notices are sent as needed to any identified problem areas. A record of dates of FOG educational materials distribution was not available during the inspection. See Item 4, above. The permittee has also developed and implements an enforceable FOG program for non-residential users. No written enforcement actions were taken within the previous year, but some oral warnings were issued. 13. Capital Improvement Plan: A Capital Improvement Plan was not available for review during the inspection and was not provided to DWR as of the date of this letter. See Item 3, above. 14. Contingency Plan for Pump Failure: Written contingency plans for pump failure were not available during the inspection. See Item 5, above. Permittee staff orally described the contingency plan as follows: Electrical Services & Solutions (ESS) and Watson Septic Service are contracted and on call in the event of pump failures. Permittee staff stated that 4 backup pumps were on hand during the inspection. 15. Pump Stations Inspected: The following pump stations were inspected: #2 S Dennis St, #5 Franklin St, and #3 Daniels Bridge Rd. The inspector's observations noted in the next five items below refer to the pump stations inspected. All inspected pump stations were checked for general condition, proper operation and maintenance with appropriate recordkeeping, presence of debris, evidence of spills, and operational standby power. 16. Pump Station Signage: Each pump station has signage clearly and conspicuously posted that identifies the pump station, provides an emergency 24-hour contact telephone number(s), and provides instructions for notification if the visual alarm illuminates and/or the audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency is apparent. It was noted that Pump Station #3 listed 911 as the emergency contact number. It is recommended that pump station signage lists a phone number that directly contacts an individual who can initiate or perform emergency service for the wastewater collection system at all times. 17. Pump Station Restricted Access: All components of Pump Station #2, S Dennis St did not have restricted access during the inspection. See Item 8, above. Other inspected pump station sites, equipment, and components were observed to have restricted access via locked gated fences. 18. Pump Station Automatic Polling: Automatic polling was not present at this system. 8 pump stations were equipped with telemetric high-water and pump malfunction notifications. 3 pump stations were not equipped with telemetry or automatic polling and are inspected daily. 19. Pump Station High Water Alarms: Pump Station #2's visual alarm was not operable when first tested during the inspection and was repaired immediately. See Violation 1, above. Pump Station #5's audible alarm was not operable during the inspection. See Violation 2, above. Pump Station #3's visual alarm was not clearly and conspicuously visible during the inspection. See Item 9, above. Other tested alarms appeared to operate properly during the inspection. 20. Pump Station Inspection Program: The permittee has developed and implements a routine inspection program of each pump station that includes the following maintenance activities: cleaning and removing debris from the pump station area and wet well; inspecting all valves; inspecting pumps and other mechanical equipment; and verifying the proper operation of Page 3 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine the alarms, telemetry system, and auxiliary equipment. See Violations 1 and 2, above. Inspection logs are reviewed weekly and emergency/standby equipment are tested weekly by the permittee. Records related to inspection and maintenance activities are maintained. The inspector reviewed the inspection logs of the pump stations visited and observed adequate entries of the date and time of the operator's inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken. 21. Designated Operators: The subject collection system is classified as a CS-2 system, and the designated certified Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and back-up ORC (BORC) on record are Antonia Gorham (CS-2) and Roy Deckard (CS-2), respectively. The certification status for each operator is reflected as active in DWR's records. 22. Cleaning Sewer Lines: The permittee has developed and implements a program for cleaning the sewer lines. As requirec by Section 11.8 of the subject permit, at least 10% of the wastewater collection system should be cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for sewer lines less than five years old, unless an inspection reveals the need for cleaning. Line cleaning records were reviewed during the inspection and appeared to be compliant with permit requirements. 23. Spill Response Action Plan: A written Spill Response Action Plan was not available for review during the inspection and has not been provided to DWR as of the date of this letter. See Item 3, above. Section 11. 9. of the subject permit requires the permittee to maintain a Response Action Plan that addresses the following minimum items: 24-hour emergency response numbers, response time, equipment list and spare parts inventory, access to cleaning equipment, access to construction crews/contractors/engineers, source(s) of emergency funds, site restoration and cleanup materials, and post-SSO assessment. 24. SSO Records: The permittee has maintained adequate records pertaining to SSOs and sewer complaints for the three-year period prior to the inspection. The last reported SSO occurred on June 20, 2016 and resulted in the issuance of NOV-2016-DV-0238. No unreported SSOs were present in the permittee's records during the inspection (attested orally). Permittee staff stated that complaint records are maintained at city hall- there were not reviewed during the inspection. 25. Comprehensive Sewer Map: The permittee maintains an up-to-date comprehensive map of its sewer collection system. The map includes pipe size, pipe material, pipe location, flow direction, approximate pipe age, number of active service taps, and each pump station's identification, location, and capacity. The map was reviewed during the inspection and appeared to meet permit requirements. 26. Inspection of High Priority Lines: Section V. 4. of the subject permit requires all high priority sewer lines (HPLs) to be inspected by the permittee at least once every six -months. According to reviewed records, all HPLs have been inspected monthly during the past year. No deficiencies in routine inspection requirements were noted. The following HPL was inspected for corrosion, misalignment, leaks, pylon condition, bracket/brace condition, right of way maintenance, accessibility, and general compliance: HPL #1. No issues were noted during the inspection. Required Action(s) Corrective actions addressing each permit violation and item of concern above should be planned and completed within a reasonable time. Failure to make corrective actions within a reasonable time may result in enforcement action. Page 4 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 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? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis? ❑ ❑ ❑ # What is that frequency? # Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Is permit expiring within the next 6 months? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Comment: No pump failure contingency plans provided. Sewer and FOG Ordinances Yes No NA NE Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ 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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is action taken against violators? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ # Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.) Comment: No SUO provided. No FOG education distribution records provided. Capital Improvement Plan Yes No NA NE 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? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does CIP include forecasted future needs? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: No CIP provided. Map Yes No NA NE Page 5 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Is there a overall sewer system map? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the map include: Pipe Type (GS/FM) 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe sizes 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc) 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe location 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Flow direction 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Approximate pipe age 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pump station ID, location and capacity 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Force main air release valve location & type ❑ ❑ ❑ # Location of satellite connections ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: 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? Comment: No Annual Performance Report provided. 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: Spill Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the plan include: Page 6 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine 24-hour contact numbers ❑ ❑ ❑ Response time ❑ ❑ ❑ Equipment list and spare parts inventory ❑ ❑ ❑ Access to cleaning equipment ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Source of emergency funds ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ 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: No Spill Response Action Plan provided. Spllls Yes No NA NE Is system free of known points of bypass? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If No, describe type of bypass and location Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ # If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Comment: Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: HPL #1 Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If No, give details on temporary access: Is maintenance documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are gravity sewer cleaning records available? ❑ ❑ ❑ Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs been cleaned annually? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Right-of-way maintenance records not provided. Pump Stations Yes No NA NE Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: #2 S Dennis St, #5 Franklin St, and #3 Daniels Bridge Rd # Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 8 # Number of vacuum stations in system # Number of simplex pump stations in system 3 # Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building How many pump/vacuum stations have: # A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed? 0 Page 7 of 8 Permit: WQCS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield Inspection Date: 06/26/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine # A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? 8 For pump stations inspected: Are they secure with restricted access? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Do they all have telemetry installed? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ Is the communication system functional? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the sign include: Owner Name? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pump station identifier? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Address? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Instructions for notification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ 24-hour emergency contact numbers? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are audio and visual alarms present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are audio and visual alarms operable? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ # Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If tested during inspection, did it function properly? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # 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/StaffNehicles/etc) are included in Plan? # Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Do pump station logs include at a minimum Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Inspecting and exercising all valves? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: PS #2 visual alarm not operable and not all components have restricted access. PS #5 audible alarm not operable. Page 8 of 8