NC0077968_Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report_20170706

Water Resources
ENVI ONIGNTAL (NUALIT-
July 6, 2017
Tim Horner
3073 Beaver Hill Drive
Burlington, NC 27215
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report
NPDES Permit NCO077968
Reedy Fork Mobile Home Park WWTP, Alamance County
Dear Mr. Jordan:
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MICHAEL S. REGAN
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S. JAY Z(MMER.MAN
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RECEIVEMCDEQ/M
JUL 12 2017
Water Quality
Permitting Section
On June 27, 2017, Paul DiMatteo of the Division of Water Resources ("Division"), Winston-Salem Regional Office
conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the above referenced wastewater treatment system. Anthony
Montero, Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC), was present for the inspection. An inspection summary follows and an
inspection report is attached for your records.
Site Review
1. Permit
The current permit became effective on February 1, 2017 and expires on May 31, 2021. Permitted
components include an aerated equalization basin, aeration basin, clarifier and ultraviolet disinfection.
2. Facility Site Review
The facility is as described in the permit. The UV system appeared to be working properly. Replacement
bulbs are kept on site and a backup UV chamber is available.
3. Operation and Maintenance
The aeration function of the equalization basin is not operational. Mr. Montero stated that the basin has not
had aeration since before he became ORC in December, 2015. It was also noted that the UV system lacks an
alarm system.
Please ensure that all system components are properly maintained at all times to ensure compliance with
effluent limitations.
4. Effluent/Receiving Waters
The effluent is discharged into Reedy Fork in the Cape Fear River Basin. The path to the outfall was
somewhat overgrown, but the outfall was accessible. Effluent appeared clear with no signs of impact to the
stream.
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5. Flow Measurement
Effluent flow is measured using an ISCO 3210 Ultrasonic Flow Meter. The meter was last calibrated by
Instrument Services, Inc. on August 12, 2016.
Documentation Review
6. Records/Reports
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and lab data are maintained according to the permit. DMRs include all
permit parameters. Copies of DMRs, operator visitation logs, lab reports and Chain -of -Custody forms were
available for review during the inspection.
7. Self -Monitoring Program
A review of DMRs from February, 2015 through April, 2017 showed several violations which are summarized
below. The last violation occurred in March, 2017.
VIOLATION DATE
03/29/2017
01/31/2017
01/10/2017
08/23/2016
07/26/2016
11/23/2015
07/06/2015
05/19/2015
PARAMETER
VIOLATION ACTION
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 44.5 C
Proceed to NOV
Solids, Total Suspended - Concentration Proceed to NOV
Solids, Total Suspended - Concentration Proceed to NOV
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 44.5 C
Proceed to NOD
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 44.5 C
Proceed to NOV
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 44.5 C
Proceed to NOV
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 44.5 C
Proceed to NOV
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 44.5 C
Proceed to NOD
8. Laboratory
Mr. Montero analyzes pH and temperature under field certification number 5359. Mentech Labs, inc.
handles all other analysis for the facility. An ISCO 3710 sampler is used for effluent composite sampling. Mr.
Montero reported that the sampler was iced and mixed prior to collection. The calibrated thermometer is
replaced yearly. Calibration logs were available during the inspection.
9. Sludge Handling Disposal
Sludge is removed as needed. Sludge has reportedly not been removed from the plant for over one year.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Paul DiMatteo at [phone] or our
office at [phone].
Sincerely,
F01' Sherri V. Knight, P.E., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Enclosures — Inspection Report and Summary
CC: WQS Winston-Salem Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
Central Files
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
EPA Washington, D C 20460
OMB No 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A National Data System Coding (i e, PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 1 2 L 3 � NCO077968 I11 12 17/06/27 17 18 Ld 19 1 c I 201 I
211111 1 1 1 1 1 111 l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l 111 l ll 1 1 166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --Reserved-
-Reserved-671
671I 71 I I 72 r, 73 I I 174 75 80
70 lI J itIII
LJ I I I
Section B FacilityData
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01 OOPM 17/06/27
17/02/01
Reedy Fork Mobile Home Park
3437 Shepard Rd
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Elon NC 27244
02 OOPM 17/06/27
21/05/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
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Anthony Oscar Montero/ORC/336-433-7221/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Tim Horner,3073 Beaver Hill Dr Burlington NC 27215//336-222-8682/
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Section C Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D. Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Paul DiMatteoWSRO WQ//336-776-9691/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (Cont.) 1
31 NCO077968 I11 121 17/06/27 1 17 18 [„j
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Section D Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Site Review
1. Permit
The current permit became effective on February 1, 2017 and expires on May 31, 2021. Permitted
components include an aerated equalization basin, aeration basin, clarifier and ultraviolet disinfection.
2. Facility Site Review
The facility is as described in the permit. The UV system appeared to be working properly.
Replacement bulbs are kept on site and a backup UV chamber is available.
3. Operation and Maintenance
The aeration function of the equalization basin is not operational. Mr. Montero stated that the basin has
not had aeration since before he became ORC in December, 2015. It was also noted that the UV
system lacks an alarm system.
Please ensure that all system components are properly maintained at all times to ensure compliance
with effluent limitations.
4. Effluent/Receiving Waters
The effluent is discharged into Reedy Fork in the Cape Fear River Basin. The path to the outfall was
somewhat overgrown, but the outfall was accessible. Effluent appeared clear with no signs of impact
to the stream.
5. Flow Measurement
Effluent flow is measured using an ISCO 3210 Ultrasonic Flow Meter. The meter was last calibrated by
Instrument Services, Inc. on August 12, 2016.
Documentation Review
6. Records/Reports
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and lab data are maintained according to the permit. DMRs
Include all permit parameters. Copies of DMRs, operator visitation logs, lab reports and
Chain -of -Custody forms were available for review during the inspection.
7. Self -Monitoring Program
A review of DMRs from February, 2015 through April, 2017 showed several violations. The last violation
occurred in March, 2017.
8. Laboratory
Mr Montero analyzes pH and temperature under field certification number 5359. Meritech Labs, Inc.
handles all other analysis for the facility. An ISCO 3710 sampler is used for effluent composite
sampling. Mr. Montero reported that the sampler was iced and mixed prior to collection. The calibrated
thermometer is replaced yearly Calibration logs were available during the inspection.
9. Sludge Handling Disposal
Sludge is removed as needed. Sludge has reportedly not been removed from the plant for over one
year.
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Permit: NCO077968 Owner - Facility Reedy Fork Mobile Home Park
Inspection Date 06/27/2017 Inspection Type. Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: Mr. Montero analyzes DO and MLSS as process controls.
Permit
Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires In 6 months or less) Has the permittee submitted a new
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application?
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Is the facility as described In the permit?
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
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Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
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Is the Inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment -
Record Keeping
Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required Information readily available, complete and current?
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Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab reg required 5 years)?
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Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
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Is the chain -of -custody complete?
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Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of Individual performing the sampling
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Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete- do they Include all permit parameters?
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Has the facility submitted Its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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(If the facility Is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator
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on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
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Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
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Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
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Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
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Permit: NCO077968 Owner - Facility Reedy Fork Mobile Home Park
Inspection Date: 06/27/2017 Inspection Type* Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment. Reviewed lab data from 1/2017 and 6/2016 DMRs
Effluent Pipe
Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
N
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Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
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If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
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Comment. Path to outfall was last cleared about 3 months ago. It was somewhat overgrown,
but the
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outfall was accessable during the inspection.
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
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Is flow meter calibrated annually?
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Is the flow meter operational?
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(if units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
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Comment- Effluent flow is measured dally with an ISCO 3210 Ultrasonic Flow Meter. Instrument
Services. Inc. last calibrated the meter on August 12, 2016.
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanlcal
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
Is the unit In good condition?
Comment: Screened material is air dried and placed in a trash can for removal
Equalization Basins
Is the basin aerated?
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Permit NCO077968
Owner - Facility Reedy Fork Mobile Home Park
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Inspection Date. 06/27/2017
Inspection Type Compliance Evaluation
Are weirs level?
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Equalization Basins
Yes No NA NE
Are float controls operable?
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Are audible and visual alarms operable?
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# Is basin size/volume adequate?
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Comment Mr. Montero reported that the basin hasn't had aeration since he became ORC Please
ensure that the basin is properly maintained.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
N
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
N
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
0
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Is the drive unit operational?
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Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
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Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately 1/4 of the sidewall depth)
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Comment -
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1 0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Comment
Disinfection - UV Yes No NA NE
Are extra UV bulbs available on site? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: NCO077968
Inspection Date. 06/27/2017
Disinfection - UV
Are UV bulbs clean?
Is UV Intensity adequate?
Is transmittance at or above designed level?
Is there a backup system on site?
Is effluent clear and free of solids?
Owner - Facility Reedy Fork Mobile Home Park
Inspection Type Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
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Comment UV systems consists of two chambers that are back-ups of each other. The system lacks
an auto dialer and alarms The system must be monitored as needed to ensure proper
operation.
Effluent Sampling
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6 0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
representative)?
Comment Operator stated he Ices the sampler and mixes the liquid prior to collection.
Yes No NA NE
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