NCS000475_MS4 Annual Report (2023-24 FY)_20240828

Haywood Waterways Association
Clyde Phase II Stormwater Program Implementation
• Education and Outreach Measure
• Public Involvement and Participation Measure
• Water quality reporting
Fiscal Year 2024: July 1, 2023 to June 30,2024.
Quarterly Report#1: July, 1 to September 30, 2023.
Report by: Christine O'Brien, Program Manager, 828-476-4667, ext. 1
Activities completed:
1. Program Administration
a. Completed the Quarter 1 report and invoice.
2. Public education and Outreach
a. BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: 581 postcards were mailed to
businesses and homeowners- Don't Drip and Drive.
b. BMP #4: Display informative brochures to public: no activity.
c. BMP #5: Informative Display: no activity.
d. BMP #6: Press Release: One article about thermal water pollution was submitted
to the press.
e. BMP #7: Public Presentation. A public presentation on streambank erosion and
sediment was given at the annual town picnic at River's Edge Park on September
23,2023. There were 45 people in attendance.
f. BMP #8: Newsletter article: September newsletter- Thermal Pollution: Sources
and Impacts.
g. BMP #9: Social Media Campaign: no activity.
h. BMP #10: Stormwater Webpage: no activity.
i. BMP #11: Haywood Waterways webpage: no activity.
j. BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: Announced Big Sweep 9-9-2023.
k. BMP #17: Adopt-A-Stream Program. no activity.
1. BMP #18: Stormdrain Stenciling: no activity.
m. BMP #27 & #49: Staff Training IDDE and Good Housekeeping: no activity.
3. Other: Water Quality Monitoring
a. Results of the water monitoring effort at the Town of Clyde's lower outfall site on
the Pigeon River was compared to the water quality results collected at a site on
the Pigeon River just below Pactiv Evergreen. Note, Pactiv Evergreen shutdown
in June 2023. With the exception of PO4, which was above allowable limits for
all of the collection days except for July, all other parameters analyzed were

within the allowable limits. In July, the PO4 value for the Clyde monitoring site
was higher, and above the allowable limit, when compared to the results collected
downstream from Pactiv Evergreen.
Table 1. VWIN Results (July to September, 2023): the water monitoring results from the
Town of Clyde location compared to the nearest site upstream, Evergreen Pactiv.
VWIN
Site# VWIN Site Name Date 1 NH3-N NO3-N PO4 Turb TSS I Cond Alk pH
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 7/08/23 0.06 0.1 0.13 1.9 2:4 152.3 26.0 7.5
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 7/08/23 0.10 0.1 0.21 5.0 4,6 138.9 26 7.6
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 8/12/23 0.21 0.4 0.30 3.4 2,0 77.0 16.0 7.3
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 8/12/23 0.22 0.6 0.32 3.9 2.0 103.5 21 7.4
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 9/09/23 0.15 0.3 0.39 2.5 7,2 53.4 16.0 7.1
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 9/09/23 0.14 0.4 0.21 4.7 2.'1 56.5 18 7.3
NH3-N ammonia-nitrogen(mg/L),NO3-Nnitrate/nitrite-nitrogen(mg/L),PO4 orthophosphate(mg/L),Turbidity
(NTU),TSS total suspended solids(mg/L),Conductivity(umhos/cm),Alkalinity(mg/L),pH(standard units).
Highlighted boxes are readings that are elevated.Highlighted results exceed standard;strike means values too low to
report accurately;and NA means volunteer failed to collect a sample.
BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: 581 postcards were mailed to businesses and
homeowners in Clyde town limits - Don't Drip and Drive.
-!'� Don't Drip & Drive. Fix The Leaks!
t; j Protect the Environment and Your Car.
Fluids that drip onto parking lots or roadways will be washed into
stormdrains and transport,untreated,to the Pigeon River.
Problem:
Oil and other fluids,like break fluid and antifreeze,
that leak from cars are toxic.
111, 7 million quarts of automobile oil are leaked onto
roads and parking lots each year.
1 quart of oil can pollute 1 million gallons of water.
Leaking vehicles can lead to engine damage.
Solutions:
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For mare information about the Town of Clyde's stormw ter
management program visit www.ciydenc.us/stormwater.

BMP #8: Newsletter article: September newsletter
Thermal Pollution: Sources and Impacts
Thermal pollution is a type of pollution often overlooked. Thermal pollution is caused when
there is an influx of heated water into a stream that causes the stream's temperature to increase.
Heated water inputs can come from a variety of sources. For example, on a typical summer
afternoon, the temperature of asphalt can reach 120 - 150 °F! When rain water flows across the
hot asphalt it heats up on its way to the stormdrain where it is dumped, untreated, into a nearby
waterway. Rainfall coming into contact with a dark roof top can also heat up stormwater before
it's dumped into a waterway. Some industries have permits allowing for warm water releases as
part of their cooling system. A lack of streamside shade trees and shrubs,which can block the heat
of the afternoon sun, can lead to increased stream water temperatures. Thermal pollution can
become more severe during times of drought when there is less groundwater influence to offset
the input of increased water temperatures.
Nearly all Haywood County streams are considered "cold-water" streams, meaning trout,
mayflies,and other organisms thrive when temperatures are below 70°F. When warmed rain water
or too much sunlight hits the stream on a regular basis, the higher than normal temperatures can
lead to disease, reduced reproductive success, starvation, or even death. When one organism is
negatively affected, it also affects the entire ecosystem. For example, trout eat insects. If insects
die, then trout starve or leave the area in search for food. Haywood Waterways Association
monitors water temperatures in a few streams in Haywood County. Several years ago, when there
was a severe drought, they reported an afternoon water temperature in lower Richland Creek at
80°F.
Thermal pollution can be reduced by trapping stormwater and allowing it to cool down before
it flows into streams or filters into groundwater. Examples of stormwater entrapment devices are
retention ponds, underground cisterns, and rain barrels. Planting native trees and shrubs along
stream banks can help shade the stream and slow runoff before entering streams. Diverting
downspouts into the lawn instead of the stormdrain will allow rooftop water to cool before it enters
the stormdrain or groundwater. Easy tips at home can help reduce thermal pollution in our cool
mountain streams.
BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: Announced Big Sweep 9-9-2023
The announcement for the Big Sweep event was posted in local newspapers. The Town of Clyde
location was cancelled due to lack of participants. A second cleanup date was set for Oct. 7th. See
full announcement below.
Volunteers Needed for Big Sweep Annual Stream Cleanup 2023
When: September 9th
Where: This year we have several locations for stream and roadside cleanups:

1. Town of Clyde: meet at the town hall (8437 Carolina Blvd.) at 9:00 am. Cleanup time,
about an hour and a half
Description: Big Sweep is an annual County-wide cleanup event that removes tons of trash from
local waterways and roadways. Volunteers should be prepared to work in the sun, get a little
dirty, and possibly wet. Please wear closed-toed shoes, long pants, and bring plenty of water.
Trash bags, grabbers, and gloves will be provided. The event is sponsored by Haywood
Waterways Association, Town of Waynesville, Town of Clyde, Town of Maggie Valley, Town
of Canton, Haywood County Solid Waste, Haywood County Recreation &Parks, Pigeon River
Outfitters,NCDOT, and Tennessee Valley Authority.
RSVP: Please RSVP by Sept. 7th to Christine O'Brien at [e-mail] or
828-476-4667, ext. 1.
Previous Reports:
Years 1 to 17, Quarterly Reports#1 —4,Fiscal Years 2007 to 2024
Year 17, Quarterly Report#1,October 15,2023.

Haywood Waterways Association
Clyde Phase II Stormwater Program Implementation
• Education and Outreach Measure
• Public Involvement and Participation Measure
• Water quality reporting
Fiscal Year 2024: July 1, 2023 to June 30,2024.
Quarterly Report#2: October, 1 to December 31, 2023.
Report by: Christine O'Brien, Program Manager, 828-476-4667, ext. 1
Activities completed:
1. Program Administration
a. Completed the Quarter 2 report and invoice.
2. Public education and Outreach
a. BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: no activity.
b. BMP #4: Display informative brochures to public: no activity.
c. BMP #5: Informative Display: no activity.
d. BMP #6: Press Release: One article about thermal water pollution was published
10/01/2023.
e. BMP #7: Public Presentation: no activity
f. BMP #8: Newsletter article: December newsletter- The Economic Impact of
Litter on Haywood County
g. BMP #9: Social Media Campaign, HWA's Facebook page: Posted the
Mountaineer's article on thermal pollution.
h. BMP #10: Stormwater Webpage: no activity.
i. BMP #11: Haywood Waterways webpage: no activity.
j. BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: 1 cleanup 10/07/2023, 2 people, 2 bags, 10 lbs.
k. BMP #17: Adopt-A-Stream Program. no activity.
1. BMP #18: Stormdrain Stenciling: no activity.
m. BMP #27 & #49: Staff Training IDDE and Good Housekeeping: no activity.
3. Other: Water Quality Monitoring
a. Results of the water monitoring effort at the Town of Clyde's lower outfall site on
the Pigeon River was compared to the water quality results collected at a site on
the Pigeon River just below Pactiv Evergreen. None of the water quality results
collected from Clyde and below Evergreen Pactiv were above the allowable
amount.

Table 1. VWIN Results (October to November, 2023): the water monitoring results from
the Town of Clyde location compared to the nearest site upstream,Evergreen Pactiv.
VWIN
Site# VWIN Site Name Date NH3-N I NO3-N PO4 Turb TSS Cond Alk pH
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4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 10/14/23 0.08 0.2 0.08 1.1 0-:4 56.3 18.0 7.4
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 10/14/23 0.07 0.3 0.07 1.3 44 67.4 21 7.7
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 11/11/23 0.07 0.1 0.11 0,9 3.2 52.7 17.0 7.4
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 11/11/23 0.06 0.3 0.06 0,6 0,4 64.1 19 7.3
NH3-N ammonia-nitrogen(mg/L),NO3-Nnitrate/nitrite-nitrogen(mg/L),PO4 orthophosphate(mg/L),Turbidity
(NTU),TSS total suspended solids(mg/L),Conductivity(umhos/cm),Alkalinity(mg/L),pH(standard units).
Highlighted boxes are readings that are elevated.Highlighted results exceed standard;strike means values too low to
report accurately;and NA means volunteer failed to collect a sample.
Note: The December water quality results were not available at the time this report was written.
December water quality results will be included in the Q3 report.
BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: no activity
BMP #6: Press Release: 10/01/2023 Thermal pollution takes a toll on Haywood's cold-water
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BMP #8: Newsletter article: December newsletter
The Economic Impact of Litter on Haywood County
Litter is all around us and, according to the US EPA, 80 percent of land litter will end up in a
waterway if not picked up. When left on the ground, wind can blow litter into a waterway or it
can be carried there by way of stormdrains. Stormdrains are designed to reduce roadway and
parking lot flooding by capturing rain water and transporting it, untreated, to the nearest
waterway. As water travels across hard surfaces like parking lots and sidewalks, it collects litter
and other pollutants such as oil,pesticides, sediment, fertilizer, and pet waste, which ends up in
our waterways. Unlike the chemical pollutants that wash through, litter can become entangled
and accumulate along the streambanks causing an eyesore. In fact, some of the trash in our
waterways can take hundreds of years to break apart.
Haywood County is a tourist destination, attracting thousands of visitors each year with its
hiking, rafting, swimming, and fishing opportunities. In 2022 it was estimated tourism brought
$336 million to Haywood County(Economic Impact of Travel on NC Counties 2022). Much of
these funds were as a result of our beautiful waterways and the recreation it has to offer. When
waterways are polluted with litter they become less appealing and unsafe for recreation and this
could impact tourism dollars for Haywood County.
Litter is a human problem that only humans can solve for the benefit of the local economy,
recreation, wildlife, and our well-being. Be part of the solution by following these simple
actions:
• Throw litter where it belongs, in a secure trash receptacle.
• Secure garbage when hauling it to the convenience center
• Recover litter if it blows out of your car.
• Join local cleanup events, like Adopt-A-Stream
• Recycle!
Contact Christine O'Brien at [e-mail] or call 828-476-4667 (ext.1) for
more information about upcoming stream cleanup events or joining the Adopt-A-Stream
program.
BMP #9: Social Media Campaign, HWA's Facebook page:
Posted the Mountaineer article about thermal pollution:
10/02/2023
https://www.facebook.com/HaywoodWaterways/posts/pfbid0L3ZwDo4mgho8Jp82PYRc
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BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: 10/07/2023. 2 people collected 2 bags weighing 101bs.
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Previous Reports:
Years 1 to 17, Quarterly Reports#1 —4,Fiscal Years 2007 to 2023
Year 17, Quarterly Report#1,October 15, 2023.

Haywood Waterways Association
Clyde Phase II Stormwater Program Implementation
• Education and Outreach Measure
• Public Involvement and Participation Measure
• Water quality reporting
Fiscal Year 2024: July 1, 2024 to June 30,2024.
Quarterly Report#3: January, 1 to March 31, 2024.
Report by: Christine O'Brien, Program Manager, 828-476-4667, ext. 1
Activities completed:
1. Program Administration
a. Completed the Quarter 3 report and invoice.
2. Public education and Outreach
a. BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: Printed 850 mailer inserts: Leaking
Vehicles can Impact Water Quality/mailed 560 postcards to businesses and
residential addresses: Every Drip Counts: Preventing Leaks Can Protect the
Environment& Vehicle.
b. BMP #4: Display informative brochures to public: Throughout the year.
c. BMP #5: Informative Display: 3-15-2024 to 4-23-24.
d. BMP #6: Press Release: completed.
e. BMP #7: Public Presentation: completed
f. BMP #8: Newsletter article: 2-28-24 Washing your car the responsible way
g. BMP #9: Social Media Campaign, HWA's Facebook page: no activity
h. BMP #10: Stormwater Webpage: no activity.
i. BMP #11: Haywood Waterways webpage: no activity.
j. BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: completed.
k. BMP #17: Adopt-A-Stream Program. no activity.
1. BMP #18: Stormdrain Stenciling: no activity.
m. BMP #27 & #49: Staff Training IDDE and Good Housekeeping: 5 Clyde staff
attended the training on April 2, 2024.
3. Other: Water Quality Monitoring
a. Results of the water monitoring effort at the Town of Clyde's lower outfall site on
the Pigeon River was compared to the water quality results collected at a site on
the Pigeon River just below the now closed Pactiv Evergreen paper mill. None of
the water quality results collected from Clyde and below Evergreen Pactiv were
above the allowable amount, except for the month of March when the turbidity

levels were high. The high turbidity reading was a result of a heavy downpour
during the time the samples were taken.
Table 1. VWIN Results (December 2023 to March, 2024): the water monitoring results
from the Town of Clyde location compared to the nearest site upstream,Evergreen Pactiv.
VWIN
Site# VWIN Site Name Date I NH3-N NO3-N PO4 Turb TSS Cond Alk pH
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 12/09/23 0.20 0.3 0.10 3.8 3.2 59.7 18.0 7.2
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 12/09/23 0.11 0.5 0.07 2.8 4,0 64.9 20 7.3
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 1/13/24 0.10 0.10 0.04 3.3 4 23 5 6.8
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 1/13/24 0.09 0.10 0.03 6.4 6,4 26 6.0 6.9
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 2/10/24 0.14 0.20 0.05 4 1.2 32.6 8.0 7.0
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 2/10/24 0.08 0.20 0.03 1.8 4,2 36.9 10.0 7.0
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 3/09/24 0.18 0:00 0.02 12 14.0 22.4 6.0 6.9
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 3/09/24 0.15 0.1 0.06 45 71.6 28.4 8.0 7.0
NH3-N ammonia-nitrogen(mg/L),NO3-Nnitrate/nitrite-nitrogen(mg/L),PO4 orthophosphate(mg/L),Turbidity
(NTU),TSS total suspended solids(mg/L),Conductivity(umhos/cm),Alkalinity(mg/L),pH(standard units).
Highlighted boxes are readings that are elevated.Highlighted results exceed standard;strike means values too low to
report accurately;and NA means volunteer failed to collect a sample.
BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert:
850 Mailer Inserts were mailed in the tax bill

LEAKING VEHICLES CAN
IMPACT WATER QUALITY
Vehicle fluids that drip onto parking lots or
roadways will be washed into stormdrains and
transport, untreated,to the waterway.
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Problem:
Stormwater is the#1 water pollution in the US.
Antifreeze is toxic to pets&aquatic life.
Oil leaks are the most common.
1 qt.of oil can pollute 1 million gallons of water.
Leaking vehicles can lead to engine damage.
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Conduct regular inspections.
Keep a regular maintenance schedule.
Park on the grass if there is a suspected leak.
Fix leaks as soon as you notice them.
www.clydenc.us/stormwater
560 Postcards were mailed to businesses and residential addresses.

Every Drip Counts: Preventing Fluid Leaks
Can Protect the Environment & Vehicle
Fluids that drip onto parking lots or roadways will be washed into
stormdrains and transport, untreated,to the Pigeon River.
Problem:
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Oil leaks are the most common.
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Conduct regular automotive maintenance. so
Park on the grass if there is a suspected leak. ' }
Fix leaks as soon as you notice them.
Use an absorbent like kitty litter to cleanup oil
spills.
Visit the Town of Clyde's stormwater management program website: www.clydenc.us/stormwater
BMP #4 Display Informative Brochures for the public at the Town Hall:
Stormwater Runoff(29);Help keep trash out of the Pigeon River(17); Improper lawn maintenance
harms the environment(39); Keep stormdrains clear(27); Bi-lingual brochure on stormwater(15)
and proper disposal of household chemicals (21).
BMP #6: Press Release: no activity - completed
BMP #8: Newsletter article:
Washing Your Car the Responsible Way
Time to wash off that winter grime. Washing your car helps it look nice, but did you know it can
harm the environment? While driving around town cars pick up oils, gasoline, exhaust residue,
bacteria, detergents, heavy metals from rust, and other harmful chemicals from the road.
When a car is cleaned these harmful chemicals in the dirty car wash water flows over the
driveway and into the stormdrain where it is dumped, untreated, into the nearest waterway.
Many of the soap products used to wash cars contain phosphates that cause harmful algal
blooms in streams. When the algae die and decompose the process robs oxygen from the
water, which can kill fish. Washing a car at home doesn't save on water. In fact, the amount of
water used to wash a car at home is twice the amount used by a car wash facility.

If you plan to wash your car at home, follow these three tips to help keep protect our
waterways:
1) use bio-degradable soap,
2) avoid washing cars on hard surfaces,
3) wash the car on the lawn so the ground can absorb the dirty water,
4) use a hose nozzle to reduce the amount of water used, and
5) always empty wash buckets into sinks or toilets.
A better option is to take your car to a car wash facility. Many of these facilities recycle their
water and remove harmful toxins. By making simple changes to the way you wash your car you
can help protect the environment.
BMP #9: Social Media Campaign, HWA's Facebook page: No activity
BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: No activity
BMP #47 & #49: IDDE and Good Housekeeping training: April 2, 2024, 5 employees
attended the training that was held at the Town of Waynesville's Public Services building (129
Legion Dr., Waynesville, NC 28786).

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Previous Reports:
Years 1 to 17, Quarterly Reports#1 —4,Fiscal Years 2007 to 2023
Year 17, Quarterly Report#1,#2,4-24-24#3.

Haywood Waterways Association
Clyde Phase II Stormwater Program Implementation
• Education and Outreach Measure
• Public Involvement and Participation Measure
• Water quality reporting
Fiscal Year 2024: July 1, 2024 to June 30,2024.
Quarterly Report#4: April, 1 to June 30, 2024.
Report by: Christine O'Brien, Program Manager, 828-476-4667, ext. 1
Activities completed:
1. Program Administration
a. Completed the Quarter 4 report and invoice.
2. Public education and Outreach
a. BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: Completed
b. BMP #4: Display informative brochures to public: Completed/ongoing
c. BMP #5: Informative Display: 3-15-2024 to 4-23-24, Complete.
d. BMP #6: Press Release: completed.
e. BMP #7: Public Presentation: completed
f. BMP #8: Newsletter article: 5-20-24 Leaking vehicles pollute waterways
g. BMP #9: Social Media Campaign, HWA's Facebook page: Posted 4/27/24,
5/7/24, 5/20/24
h. BMP #10: Stormwater Webpage: 5/31 added new information.
i. BMP #11: Haywood Waterways webpage: completed.
j. BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: completed.
k. BMP #17: Adopt-A-Stream Program. no activity.
1. BMP #18: Stormdrain Stenciling: 5/21/24.
m. BMP #27 & #49: Staff Training IDDE and Good Housekeeping: 5 Clyde staff
attended the training on April 2, 2024.
3. Other: Water Quality Monitoring
a. Results of the water monitoring effort at the Town of Clyde's lower outfall site on
the Pigeon River was compared to the water quality results collected at a site on
the Pigeon River just below the now closed Pactiv Evergreen paper mill. None of
the water quality results collected from Clyde and below Evergreen Pactiv were
above the allowable amount.

Table 1. VWIN Results (April 2024 to Jume, 2024): the water monitoring results from the
Town of Clyde location compared to the nearest site upstream, Evergreen Pactiv.
VWIN
Site# VWIN Site Name Date NH3-N NO3-N PO4 Turb TSS Cond Alk pH
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 4/13/24 0.14 0.1 0.04 1.2 1.3 23.0 7.0 6.8
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 4/13/24 0.07 0.2 0.03 2.2 2.8 24.6 7.0 6.9
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 5/11/24 0.09 0.2 0.03 4.6 5.2 23.0 9.0 7.1
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 5/11/24 0.07 0.2 0.03 3.1 6,4 26.0 6.0 6.9
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 6/08/24 -- 0.3 0.05 2.3 3,0 23.0 13.0 7.2
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 6/08/24 0.05 0.3 0.05 2.8 4.8 36.9 10.0 7.0
NH3-N ammonia-nitrogen(mg/L),NO3-Nnitrate/nitrite-nitrogen(mg/L),PO4 orthophosphate(mg/L),Turbidity
(NTU),TSS total suspended solids(mg/L),Conductivity(umhos/cm),Alkalinity(mg/L),pH(standard units).
Highlighted boxes are readings that are elevated.Highlighted results exceed standard;strike means values were too
low to report accurately;and NA means volunteer failed to collect a sample.
Fecal monitoring results: water samples from two tributaries within the Clyde city limits and
two sites on the Pigeon River(upstream and downstream of the upper and lower ETJ) collected
and analyzed for the presence of fecal coliform (Figure 1).
Figure 1. Map showing where fecal samples were taken.
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Pigeon River, but neither sample was above the 200 colonies/100 ml threshold(Table 2). In
contrast, the two major tributaries sampled had fecal levels above the 200 colonies/100 ml, but
not at levels high enough to affect the lower Pigeon River levels as the water leaves Clyde's ETJ
(Table 2). Some sources for the elevated could be a result of farm animals and failing septic
systems upstream in Connor Mill and Poison creeks outside the Clyde ETJ.
Table 2. Fecal sample results. Sample results over 200 colonies/ 100 ml are
considered high.
Site Name/Number Upper Pigeon#1 Connor Mill#2 Poison Br#3 Lower Pigeon#4
Fecal count 104 400 260 86
Colonies/ 100 ml
BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: Completed
BMP #5: Informative display: 3/15 —4/24
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BMP #8: Newsletter article: Leaking vehicles

Leaking vehicles pollute waterways
Stormwater is the number one cause of water pollution across the nation. As rain or melting
snow travels across hard surfaces like driveways and roads it carries pollutants like oil, antifreeze
and other fluids that leaked from vehicles. Once the polluted stormwater enters the stormdrain it
is transported, untreated, to a nearby waterway.
In 2021 there was an estimated 283,400,986 registered vehicles in the US (Census Bureau,
2021). There's a good chance some of those vehicles are leaking fluids of some kind. Oil is the
most common fluid leaked and based on the Environmental Protection Agency assessment 720
million quarts of oil are leaked from vehicles each year(EPA 2023). That's a lot of oil,
especially when it only takes 1 quart of oil to pollute 1 million gallons of water! Once in the
water oil can be toxic to wildlife, impact recreation, and degrade water quality. Here are some
steps you can take to help prevent stormwater pollution:
o Conduct regular automotive maintenance.
o Fix any leaks that are found
o Park on the grass if a leak is suspected.
o Immediately cleanup spills with an absorbent like kitty litter and dispose of
material in the trash.
o If you work on vehicles at the house have an emergency spill kit ready for use.
o Never dump anything down a stormdrain, they flow directly to the Pigeon River.
When a community comes together to combat stormwater pollution we all win. Clean
stormwater means healthy streams.
BMP #9: Social Media Campaign, HWA's Facebook page:
4/27/24 HWA Facebook Post: Washing Your Car the Responsible Way
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BMP #10: Stormwater Webpage: 5/31 added the following publications and videos:
Stewardship Begins in Our Backyards, It's Not Just Dirt, and a do it yourself video on how to
stabilize streambanks.
BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: No activity
BMP #47 & #49: IDDE and Good Housekeeping training: April 2, 2024, 5 employees
attended the training that was held at the Town of Waynesville's Public Services building (129
Legion Dr., Waynesville,NC 28786).

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