WQ0022120_Final Permit_20021219

December 19, 2002
Mr. Meredith C. Ballou, Town Manager
Town of Jefferson
302 East Main Street
Jefferson, North Carolina 28640
SUBJECT: Town of Jefferson
Permit Number WQ0022120
Conjunctive Use
Reclaimed Water Generation and Distribution System
Project Number: E-SRG-T-02-0125
Dear Mr. Ballou:
In accordance with your application received November 18, 2002, we are forwarding
herewith Permit Number WQ0022120, dated December 19, 2002, to the Town of Jefferson for
the construction and operation of the subject wastewater treatment reclaimed water generation
and distribution system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until December 18, 2007, and
shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. Please pay particular
attention to the monitoring requirements in this permit. Failure to establish an adequate system
for collecting and maintaining the required operational information will result in future
compliance problems.
The conjunctive use permit application and supporting documentation has been evaluated
by the Division, and it has been determined that flow equalization at the Town of Jefferson
wastewater treatment facility is not required to meet the limitations of Section 111.2 in Permit No.
WQ0022120. Accordingly, this permit is issued pursuant to T15A:2H.0219(p), with the
inclusion of condition VI.3.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you
have the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days
following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and fled with the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such
demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.

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Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility
has been installed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. Mail the
Certification to the Construction Grants and Loans Section, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
NC 26799-1633. (Engineer's Certification Form is attached.)
One set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you. If you need
additional information concerning this matter, please contact Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E. at
[phone].
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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cc: McGill Associates (Attu: Dana Bolden, P.E., Asheville Office)
Ashe County Health Department
Winston-Salem Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
Non -Discharge Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E.
Salem Murtada, P.E.
Amy Simes, P.E.
SRG

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RECLAIMED WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO THE
Town of Jefferson
FOR THE
construction and operation of a 32,000 GPD reclaimed water generation and distribution system,
consisting of dual 120 gpm pumps, a totalizing flowmeter, a continuous turbidity meter, and
approximately 1,776 linear feet of 4-inch reclaimed water force main, to serve the Town of Jefferson
with no discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application received November 18,
2002 and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently
fled and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of
this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until December 18, 2007, and shall be subject to
the following specified conditions and limitations:
I. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted
facility has been installed in accordance with this permit, the approved plans and
specifications, and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases
and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction
approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once
the entire project has been completed. Mail the Certification to the Construction Grants
and Loans Section, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 26799-1633.
2. The Winston-Salem Regional Office, telephone number [phone], shall be
notified at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed
facilities so that an in -place inspection can be made. Such notification to the regional
supervisor shall be made during the normal office hours from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00
p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.

3. The reclaimed water utilization facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated
at all times so that there is no discharge to the surface waters, nor any contamination
of groundwaters that will render them unsatisfactory for normal use. In the event that
the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance
conditions or failure of the irrigation area to adequately assimilate the wastewater, the
Permittee shall take immediate corrective actions including those actions that may be
required by the Division of Water Quality (Division), such as the construction of
additional or replacement wastewater treatment and disposal facilities.
4. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for
damages to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
5. The residuals generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in
accordance with General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the
Division.
6. Diversion or bypassing of the untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is
prohibited.
7. The following buffers shall be maintained:
a. 100 feet between wetted areas and water supply wells,
b. 100 feet between wetted areas and waters classified as SA,
C. 25 feet between wetted areas and surface waters not classified as SA,
d. 100 feet between wastewater treatment units and wells,
e. 50 feet between reclaimed water storage/irrigation ponds and property lines,
and
f. 50 feet between wastewater treatment units and property lines.
S. All reclaimed water valves, storage facilities, outlets shall be tagged or labeled to
warn the public or employees that the water is not intended for drinking. Where
appropriate, such warning shall inform the public or employees to avoid contact with
the water.
9. All reclaimed water piping, valves, outlets and other appurtenances shall be
color -coded, taped, or otherwise marked to identify the source of the water as being
reclaimed water.
a. All reclaimed water piping and appurtenances shall be either colored purple (i.e.,
Pantone 522) and embossed or integrally stamped or marked OCAUTION:
RECLAIMED WATER Q DO NOT DRINKO or be installed with a purple (i.e.,
Pantone 522) identification tape or polyethylene vinyl wrap. The warning shall be
stamped on opposite sides of the pipe and repeated every three feet or less.
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b. Identification tape shall be at least three inches wide and have white or black
lettering on purple (i.e., Pantone 522) field stating OCAUTION: RECLAIMED
WATER Q DO NOT DRINK.0 Identification tape shall be installed on top of
reclaimed water pipelines, fastened at least every 10 feet to each pipe length and
run continuously the entire length of the pipe.
C. Existing underground distribution systems retrofitted for the purpose of
distributing reclaimed water shall be taped or otherwise identified as in items a. or
b. above. This identification need not extend the entire length of the distribution
system but shall be incorporated within 10 feet of crossing any potable water
supply line or sanitary sewer line_
10. All reclaimed water valves and outlets shall be of a type, or secured in a manner, that
permits operation by authorized personnel only.
11. Above -ground hose bibs (i.e., spigots or other hand -operated connections) shall not be
present. Hose bibs shall be located in locked below -grade vaults that shall be clearly
labeled as being of non -potable quality. As an alternative to the use of locked
below -grade vaults with standard hose bibs services, hose bibs, which can only be
operated by a special tool maybe placed in non -lockable underground services boxes
clearly labeled as non -potable water.
12. The Permittee shall maintain an active cross -connection control program that shall have
the following minimum requirements:
a. No direct cross -connections shall be allowed between the reclaimed water and
potable water systems.
b. A reduced pressure principle backflow preventer, an approved air gap separation,
or other device approved by the Division of Environmental Health shall be
installed at the potable water service connection to the use area where both
reclaimed water and potable water are supplied to a reclaimed water use area. The
installation of the reduced pressure principle backflow prevention device shall
allow proper testing.
C. An air gap separation, approved and regularly inspected by the potable water
supplier, shall be provided between the potable water and reclaimed water
systems where potable water is used to supplement a reclaimed water system.
II. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
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2. Upon classification of the wastewater treatment and spray irrigation facilities by the
Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the
Permittee shall designate and employ a certified operator to be in responsible charge
(ORC) and one or more certified operator(s) to be back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in
accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0201. The Permittee shall submit the ORC and back-up
ORC designations to the WPCSOCC at least 60 days prior to the introduction of waste
into the system. The designated ORC shall visit the facilities in accordance with 15A
NCAC 8G .0204 and shall comply with all other conditions specified in these rules.
3. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non -discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
4. Should the Iimit for fecal coliform (daily maximum concentration of 25 per 100 ml) or
turbidity (instantaneous maximum of 10 NTU) be exceeded, all wastewater shall be
handled in one of three ways, until the levels have stabilized below these maximum
levels. The Town of Jefferson may further treat the wastewater to bring it into
compliance with reclaimed water standards without returning the water to the facility0s
headworks, may reroute it to the headworks of the wastewater treatment facility for
treatment to reuse standards, or may discharge it in strict accordance with the conditions
of the facility's existing NPDES permit.
MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including groundwater, surface water, soil or plant tissue analyses)
deemed necessary by the Division to insure surface and groundwater protection will be
established and an acceptable sampling reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. As an indicator of proper operation and maintenance, the facility shall produce an effluent
in compliance with the following limitations:
Parameter
BOD5 (5-day, 20°C)
NH3 as N
TSS
Fecal Coliform
Turbidity
Monthly Average a
10 mg/1
4 mg/1
5 mg/1
14 per 100 ml b
Daily (Instantaneous) Maximum
15 mg/1
6 mg/l
10 mg/l
25 per 100 ml
10 NTU
a. Monthly averages for all but fecal coliform shall be the arithmetic mean of all samples
collected during the reporting period.
b. Monthly average for fecal coliform shall be the geometric mean of all samples collected
during the reporting period.
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C. Daily maximum shall be the maximum value of all samples collected during the reporting
period.
The effluent from the subject facilities shall be monitored, by the Permittee, at the point prior to
discharge to the distribution system for the following parameters:
Parameter
Flow
Turbidity
Settleable Matter
Residual Chlorine
Fecal Coliform
BODS (5-day, 20°C)
TSS
NH3 as N
NO3
TKN
TDS
TOC
Chloride
pH
Sampling
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Effluent
Samplinsz Frequency
As Used
Continuous
Daily
Daily
*2/Month
*2/Month
*2/Month
*2/Month
*2/Month
*2/Month
**Triannually
**Triannuaily
**Triannually
* *Triannually
Type of Sample
Recording
Recording
Grab
Grab
Grab
Composite
Composite
Composite
Composite
Composite
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
The effluent pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
* 2/Month sampling frequency only during the months of April through October. During
the remainder of the year, these parameters shall be monitored monthly.
** Triannually sampling shall be conducted during March, July, and November.
If Groundwater sampling indicates or predicts problems with the compliance with
Groundwater Standards, this permit will be modified to include additional and/or more
restrictive limitations.
3. Three (3) copies of all effluent monitoring data (as specified in condition I112) on Form
NDMR-1 shall be submitted on or before the last day of the following month. All
information shall be submitted to the following address:
NC Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Compliance/Enforcement Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
4. A maintenance log shall be maintained at this facility including but not limited to the
following items:
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a. Daily sampling results of dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin and at the
clarifier weir.
b. Visual observations of the plant and plant site.
C. Record of preventative maintenance (changing of filters, adjusting belt tensions,
alarm testing, diffuser inspections and cleanings, etc.).
d. Date of calibration of flow measurement device.
e. Date and results of power interruption testing on alternate power supply.
5. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Winston-Salem Regional Office, telephone
number [phone], as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the
next working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of
the following:
a. Any occurrence at the wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment
of significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic,
such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a
slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the
facility incapable of adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical or
electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
C. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a
by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the
influent to such station or facility.
d. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility has gone out
of compliance with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter
form within five (5) days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must
outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not
recur.
IV. GROUNDWATER REQUIREMENTS
Any groundwater quality monitoring, as deemed necessary by the Division, shall be
provided.
V. INSPECTIONS
Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Perinittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
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2. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater treatment and disposal
facilities to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which
may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or
a nuisance. The Permittee shall keep an inspection log or summary including at least the
date and time of inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or
corrective actions taken by the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by
the Permittee for a period of three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made
available upon request to the Division or other permitting authority.
3. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon
presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or related
to the disposal site or facility at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining
compliance with this permit; may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained
under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of groundwater,
surface water, or leachate.
VT. GENERAL CONDITIONS
This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
3. This permit is issued pursuant to T15A:2H.0219(p) for the construction and operation of
a reclaimed water utilization facility without flow equalization. In the event that
non-compliance with any permit limitation results from the absence of flow equalization,
this permit may be administratively reopened, and a requirement for the construction of a
flow equalization basin may be incorporated into the permit.
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the
parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of
this request will be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
5. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
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6. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government
agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to
applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B.0200, erosion and sedimentation control
requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division`s General Permit NCGO10000,
and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 2x .0500.
7. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
Permittee for the life of the project.
8. The Permittee, within 90 days following issuance of this permit, shall request
modification of NPDES Permit No. NCO021709 issued to the Town of Jefferson
wastewater treatment facility. The modification shall amend the existing NPDES permit
to allow the conjunctive use of reclaimed water as provided for in this permit.
9. This permit in no way negates, precludes, or invalidates the most recent reissuance of
NPDES Permit No. NC0021709, and the Permittee shall continue to comply with all
conditions provided for therein.
10. The Permittee, at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
Permit issued this 19`h day of December 2002
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0022120

Permit No. WQ0022120
Non -Discharge Permit
Town of Jefferson
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the
State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically/weekly/full time) the
construction of the Conjunctive Use Reclaimed Wastewater System serving the Town of Jefferson,
located in Ashe County, hereby state that to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in
the observation of the following construction:
A 32,000 GPD reclaimed water generation and distribution system, consisting of dual 120 gpm pumps, a
totalizing flowmeter, a continuous turbidity meter, and approximately 1,776 linear feet of 4-inch
reclaimed water force main, pursuant to the application received November 18, 2002 and in conformity
with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
I certify that the construction of the above referenced project was observed to be built within substantial
compliance and intent of the approved plans and specifications.
Signature
Date
Registration No.
Mail this Certification to: DENR/Division of Water Quality
Construction Grants & Loans Section
1633 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633
Attn: Salam Murtada, P.E.