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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDWR SWP Read File Archive Dec 2007 Michael F.Easley,Governor G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary 1 p North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources %� u a=a Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality .December 1, 2007 DWQ Project# 07-1647 Cheroke County CERTIFIED MAIL: RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2059 Glen Frank Hard Rock mine, Inc. Post Office Box 128 Epworth, GA 30541 Subject Property: Hard Rock Mine Cherokee County REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION Dear Mr. Frank.- On October 5, 2007, the NC Division of Water Quality received your application for stream impacts with respect to your proposed restoration along NC Highway 64 in Cherokee County, NC. Based on our review of your submitted application, the DWQ has determined that your application 'was incomplete and/or provided inaccurate information as discussed below. The DWQ will require additional information in order to process your application to impact protected wetlands and/or streams on the subject property. Therefore, unless we receive the additional information requested below, we will have to move toward denial of your application as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0506 and will place this project on, hold as incomplete until we receive this additional information. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. 15A NCAC 02H .0506 (f) requires that "a lack of practical alternatives" be demonstrated. No discussion in regards to developing the project (both the mining activity and the adjacent subdivision) without the impacts requested has been presented. As the NC Division of Land Resources has determined that your mining application was not necessary as',all of your mined mineral product will be used in the adjacent development, and that because the two activities are concurrent, you must show why the mining impacts were necessary as a part of your development. Additionally, as you stated in the joint agency meeting with you, your attorney, and your consultant, that you have an'', on-site mining opportunity which would not have required any waters impacts, you must clarify why these impacts took place.. NorthCarolina 401 Wetlands Certification Unit �lltllPGl��l� 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-1786/FAX 919-733-6893/Internet:htto://h2o enr state nc us/ncvvetlands An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Hard Ro. Pao,, December Lastly, a discussion regarding practical alternatives with respect to a reduction of impacts must be presented for the impacts which have occured on the adjacent development property as well.. 2. Application Item III requires a detailed site plan showing property boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. No such plan was submitted as part of the application which includes all adjacent development plans and impacts. 3. Application Item 111. 10. requests a description of the overall project. Your submitted application details the requested restoration, but fails to describe the remaining impacts on the adjacent Wilderness Creek Falls property. You must review the instructions for Application item III. and provide not only site plans, but proposed building sites, a delineation of all streams and wetlands within the project boundary, and land use descriptions such that the agencies can determine potential collective impacts related to your project. 4. Application Item XI. Requests a stormwater management description for the entire development, for the life of the development. You application states that the mining activity does not exceed 20% imperviousnes. This in no way addresses long term stormwater management for the site. You must provide a detailed description as to how stormwater will be managed for the life of the development, including, but not limited to, areas of concentrated imperviousness 5. While reviewing the attached stream restoration plan package, the following items were noted: Under Existing Site Condition that the stream is "highly unstable" and "highly erosive," neither of which are characteristic of Rosgen A type streams. Under Reference Reach, no submission has been received, nor any data received to allow the use of an Unnamed Tributary to North Potato Creek was received by any of the resource agencies, as a reference reach. Under Restoration Plan, you state that you intend to "relocate and restore 870 [linear] feet of stream to its original form." As the proposed restoration site (and former location of the stream) has been mined for its mineral content, you have provided no discussion as to how the "original form" will be achieved in the altered geomorphic site. Under Construction Plan and Specifications, you state that the "existing topography surveys show three major drops." At the time of the on-site inspections of the Division of Water Quality, there were only two rock Hard Ronck Mine Page 3of 4 December 1,2007 faces exposed. Additionally, the submitted photographs included in this plan only show two drops. Under Rock Veins, you state that veins "will be used to provide grade control." Veins, and other installed structures are not typical of Rosgen A type streams. The submitted Restoration Overview with Topo does not include any type of ley to identify what is being proposed. The submitted Proposed Plan View includes pools, glides, riffles, and run features as part of the restoration. Rosgen type A streams do not contain glides and riffles as part of the step pool geomorphology. It appears that the submitted plan is for a two type stream system where the proposed A type stream segments will be short portions of the overall stream with the longer connecting stream segment being of another Rosgen stream type. The submitted Cross Vein Typical provides no guidance as to how structure rock will be sized. There are no sizing criteria nor any shear stress ananlysis provided for said sizing. The above comments need to be quantified, addressed, or otherwise explained in sufficient detail in order for this package to be further processed. Please respond before the close of business on January 2, 2008 by sending four copies of this information to the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mrs. Cyndi Karoly 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Kevin Barnett Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 If we do not hear from you before January 2, 2008, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. This letter only addresses the application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized (at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Mr. Hard Rol Page December 1,2L Kevin Barnett at 828-296-4657 if you have any questions regarding or would like to set up a meeting to discuss this matter. Sincerely, i 4vin Barnett, Environmental Specialist Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section RCE/khb cc: Kevin Mitchell Wetland and Natural Resource Consultants Post Office Box 882 Canton, NC 28716 USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, Wildlife Resources Commission Cyndi Karoly, 401 /Wetlands Unit File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1647.Hard RockMine.Add-Info AT�� Michael P.Easley,Governor r William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resorn-ces Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 3, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED —7006 3450 0002 7064 2066 Ms. Kelly Laughter Fletcher Grading Post Office Box 928 Fletcher, North Carolina 28732-0928 Subject: Notice of Violation Unnamed Tributary to Avery's Creek Buncombe County, North Carolina Dear Ms. Laughter: Observations made on November 28, 2007 revealed that Fletcher Grading might have performed work in the regulated zone of an unnamed tributary to Avery's Creek. Please be advised that no work may occur within the normal water line of an[ stream prior to receipt of the appropriate permit from the United States Army Corps of Engineers along with certification from the North Carolina Division of Water Quality. To protect property along the stream and the channel itself, disturbed banks of the stream should be stabilized with seeding and appropriate plantings. Attached is a guide entitled, "Riparian Seeding and Planting Guidelines". After seeding, establishment of sufficient shrub type vegetation, would be recommended. Appropriate shrubs (and perhaps small trees)would prevent sloughing and crumbling of the stream bank ultimately protecting the surface area of properties adjacent to the stream. The last page of the attachment specifically discusses "streamside woody vegetation". In addition to above described requirements concerning work in a stream channel, the water quality classification of a stream may mandate preservation of buffers along the channel. As Fletcher Grading Company would be expected to frequently work near streams, they might wish to check stream classifications at the web site, http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/bims/reports/reportsWB.htm1. If there are questions concerning buffer requirements or other stream related matters, contact this agency at telephone number 828-296-4500. Please advise this agency concerning Fletcher Grading Company's plans or actions to stabilize the unnamed tributary to Avery's Creek adjacent to their property. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection One N Ortb Carolina ;Nlltll!'ll��f North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 FAX (828)299-7043 ClrStOnIff'877,62Eervice -6748 Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycledi10%Post Consumer Paper i Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources r�' Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 3, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2042 Ms. Beverly L. Schwing Pine Mountain Property Owners Association 8456 Wards Gap Road Connelly Springs, North Carolina 28612 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2007-MV-0112 Permit No. NCO036935 Pine Mountain Lakes WWTP Burke County Dear Ms. Schwing: A review of Pine Mountain Lakes WWTP's monitoring report for June 2007 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Total Nitrogen June 2007 Quarterly Failure to Monitor Total Phosphorus June 2007 Quarterly Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance Status was missing from the Facility Status Box on the back of the Discharge Monitoring Report for June. Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations of state law. To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within 10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. NcorthCarolina naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Ms. Beverly L. Schwing December 3, 2007 Page 2 If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at ' . 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. dwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office Cc: WQ Asheville Files WQ Central Files Bob Guerra/ Enforcement Files Kace Environmental, Inc./ ORC Michael F.Easley,Governor `A T, - William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary Q� North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources ^' }7 Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 4, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7006 3450 0002 7064 2028 Mr. Thomas E. Hartye, PE Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County 2028 Riverside Drive Asheville, North Carolina 28804 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Permit No. WQCS00004 Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County (MSD) MSD Collection System Buncombe County Dear Mr Hartye: A review has been conducted of the MSD's Collection System self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in the MSD's Collection System Permit (WQCS00004) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation is summarized below- NOV# Violation Location Violation Date Type NOV-2007-DV-0315 11/06/2007 1745 Hendersonville Road Discharge Without Valid Permit The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should take remedial action in response to this incidents. Remedial action should include identification of the cause of the SSO and implementation of all measures necessary to prevent recurrence. NorthCarolina �GZtlll'G7�/� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Please note that due to the continued high numbers of SSOs in North Carolina the Division has implemented a new SSO enforcement policy that became effective on May 15, 2007. Between May 15, 2007, and June 1, 2007 the Division of Water Quality contacted collection system operators to inform them of this policy. Beginning June 1, 2007 and lasting through December 1, 2007 any reportable SSO will result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation (NOV). Beginning on December 1, 2007 civil penalties will be assessed for SSOs based on volume, volume reaching surface waters, duration, gravity, impacts to public health, fish kills, or recreation area closures. Other factors considered in determining the amount of the civil penalty are the violator's spill history, the cost of rectifying the damage, whether the spill was intentional and whether money was saved by non-compliance. If you have any question regarding this NOV or our policy relating to issuance of NOVs or Civil Penalties for SSOs please contact Roy Davis in our Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor J Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: PERCS Unit Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Barry Cook, CSORC, MSD Roy Davis AAT Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary �r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources "x y' Coleen H.Sullins,Director r Division of Water Quality December 4, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7006 3450 0002 7064 2035 Mr. Don Danford, Water Resource Director City of Morganton Post Office Box 3448 Morganton, North Carolina 28680-3448 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Permit No. WQCS00028 City of Morganton Morganton Collection System Burke County Dear Mr Danford: A review has been conducted of the Morganton Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Morganton's Collection System Permit (WQCS00028) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation is summarized below: NOV # Violation Location Volume Date NOV-2007-DV-0314 11/07/2007 Dana Park Outfall 8,000 gallons The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should take remedial action in response to this incident. Remedial action should include identification of the causes of the SSO and implementation of all measures necessary to prevent recurrence. Please note that due to the continued high numbers of SSOs in North Carolina the Division has implemented a new SSO enforcement policy effective on May 15, 2007. Between May 15, 2007 and June 1, 2007 the Division of Water Quality contacted collection system operators to inform them of this policy. Beginning June 1 , 2007 and North Carolina VCltlll'lll�lt/ North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 lasting through December 1, 2007 any reportable SSO will result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation (NOV). Beginning on December 1, 2007 civil penalties will be assessed for SSOs based on volume, volume reaching surface waters, duration, gravity, impacts to public health, fish kills, or recreation area closures. Other factors considered in determining the amount of the civil penalty are the violator's spill history, the cost of rectifying the damage, whether the spill was intentional and whether money was saved by non-compliance. This SSO, were it to have occurred after December 1, 2007, would probably have resulted in the assessment of a Civil Penalty. If you have any question regarding this NOV or our policy relating to issuance of NOVs or Civil Penalties for SSOs please contact Roy Davis in our Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region ` Cc: PERCS Unit Roy Davis Surface Water Protection Section Central Files vgATfi Michael F.Easley,'Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary Q North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1� Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 4, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7an6 � 5a ®�®2 �0�� ®��' _ Mr. Martin Lashua, Regional Manager Carolina Water Service, Inc. of North Carolina Post Office Box 240908 Charlotte, North Carolina 28224 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Permit No. WQCS00227 Carolina Water Service, Inc. of North Carolina Fairfield Sapphire Collection System Jackson County Dear Mr Lashua: A review has been conducted of the Fairfield Sapphire's Collection System self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in the Fairfield Sapphire Collection System Permit (WQCS00227) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violations are summarized below: NOV# Violation Location Violation Date ::: Type NOV-2007-DV-0313 11/18/2007 Pump Station # 4 Discharge Without Valid Permit The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should take remedial action in response to this incident. Remedial action should include identification of the cause of the SSO and implementation of all measures necessary to prevent recurrence. ou, NorthCarolina ��Glflll'GI/�� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)2gg-4043 Customer m2 Service Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org Please note that due to the continued high numbers of SSOs in North Carolina the Division has implemented a new SSO enforcement policy that became effective on May 15, 2007. Between May 15, 2007, and June 1, 2007 the Division of Water Quality contacted collection system operators to inform them of this policy. Beginning June 1, 2007 and lasting through December 1, 2007 any reportable SSO will result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation (NOV). Beginning on December 1, 2007 civil penalties will be assessed for SSOs based on volume, volume reaching surface waters, duration, gravity, impacts to public health, fish kills, or recreation area closures. Other factors considered in determining the amount of the civil penalty are the violator's spill history, the cost of rectifying the damage, whether the spill was intentional and whether money was saved by non-compliance. If you have any question regarding this NOV or our policy relating to issuance of NOVs or Civil Penalties for SSOs please contact Roy Davis in our Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, Roger C. dwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: PERCS Unit Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Edwin McFalls, CSORC, Fairfield Sapphire Roy Davis Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary y. North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen 1-I.Sullins,Director .Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 5, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2004 Garland Norton, Mayor Town of Old Fort PO Box 520 Old Fort NC 287620520 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2007-LV-0563 Permit No. NCO021229 Old Fort WWTP McDowell County Dear Mayor Norton: A review of Old Fort WWTP's monitoring report for August 2007 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Solids, Total Suspended 08/25/07 45 mg/I 51.83 mg/I Weekly Average Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted The Division of water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,and you anticipate remedial construction activities,then you may which to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact of this Office for additional information. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Keith Haynes or me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, 1-04 Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection cc: WQ Central Files ARO NPDES Unit One NorthCarolina '1CItlll-all f North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service vruvvr.r c•,atercauality_.c FAX (828)299 7043 1-877-623- Internet: 6748 A �/l -. `_ _. ._ ___ Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary ? ; North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources g Coleen H.Sullins,Director r... Division of Water Quality r. Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 5, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 1991, -� Garland Norton, Mayor Town of Old Fort PO Box 520 Old Fort NC 287620520 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2007-LV-0562 Permit No. NCO021229 Old Fort WWTP McDowell County Dear Mayor Norton: A review of Old Fort WWTP's monitoring report for September 2007 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Cyanide, Total (as Cn) 09/15/07 18 ug/I 35 ug/I Weekly Average Exceeded Cyanide, Total (as Cn) 09/11/07 22 ug/l 35 ug/I Daily Maximum Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Keith Haynes. 'The Division of water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may which to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact of this Office for additional information. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Keith Haynes or me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, E, Roger C. Ed ards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection - cc: WQ Central Files NPDES Unit ARO o,r NorthCarolina ,7Vatu1W11y North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623- Internet: yv,,%_nc+;ate~auawv.crq 6748 Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross.1r.,Secretary : r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources r Coleen H.Sull ins,Director Division of Water Quality -• Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 5, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 1984 Johnny Brown, Mayor Town of Andrews PO Box 1210 Andrews NC 28901 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2007-LV-0558 Permit No. NCO020800 Andrews WWTP Cherokee County Dear Mayor Brown: A review of Andrews WWTP's monitoring report for August 2007 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC 08/04/07 400 #/100ml 441.54 #/100m1 Weekly Broth,44.5C Geometric Mean Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR did not provide an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is requested that a response be submitted to the attention of Keith Haynes. The Division of water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,and you anticipate remedial construction activities,then you may which to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Mr. Haynes of this Office for additional information. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Haynes or me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, 4 Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection CC'. WQ Central Files NPDES Unit onz NorthCarolina ARO Yattmall ff North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623- Internet: .:Jvv:.nc aPeuallVY,crcl 6748 — Michael F.Easley,Governor r William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources pr- Asheville'A Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION Mr. James Fatland, Town Manager Town of Tryon 301 North Trade Street Tryon, North Carolina 28782 Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Permit No. WQCS00111 Town of Tryon Wastewater Collection System Polk County - Dear Mr. Fatland: Attached is the report resulting from the Collection System Permit Compliance Evaluation Inspection which I conducted on December 4, 2007. The Town of Tryon is doing a fine job of taking care of its wastewater collection system. I observed that the Town of Tryon does not own a closed circuit television camera for interior inspection of sewer lines. Town personnel charged with responsibility of collection system maintenance would benefit from purchase of such a unit. Many Towns find that the cost of a camera is quickly offset by reduced need to perform point repairs as a result of better information regarding the cause of blockages. Following are observations resulting from my inspection: (1) The Town of Tryon needs to insure that all remote portions of the collection system are inspected annually and those inspections documented. (2) The Town's Spill Response Action Plan needs to be modified by the addition of discussion of anticipated response times in event of a collection system emergency. (3) The Town is making good progress with in-house collection system map improvement. Items remaining to be addressed are: pipe material, pipe age and location of service taps. Location of service taps may be indicated by superimposing the collection system map over an aerial photo of the service area. It will be presumed that each building shown will have a service tap. 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 828/296-4500(Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 NorthCu-olina \ Please do not hesitate to call me at 828-296-4659 should you need to discuss any aspect of this report. i very much appreciate the effort being made by Town personnel in maintenance and -- operation of- e coHec�ion sys-tem. -- — - -- --- - Sincerely, R--&�DN Roy M. Davis Environmental Engineer CC' Joel Burrell, Town of Tryon PERCS Files Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Compliance Inspection Report .rmit: WOCS00111 Effective: 04/06/04 Expiration: 03/31/09 Owner: Town of Tryon SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Tryon Collection System County: Polk 423 N Trade St Region.--Ashevi+le — -- — — — — — -- Tryon NC 28782 Contact Person: Jim Fatland Title: Phone: Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On-;iite Representative(s): Related Permits: NC0021601 Town of Tryon-Tryon WWTP Inspection Date: 12/04/2007 Entry Time: 09:00 AM Exit Time: 11:15 AM Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis Phone: 828-296-4500 Ext.4659 Secondary Inspector(s): Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation Facility Status: ® Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas: ®Miscellaneous Questions ®Performance Standards ®Operation&Maint Reqmts ®Records ®Monitoring& Rpting ®Inspections ®Manhole ®Lines Reqmts (See attachment summary) Page: 1 Permit:WQCS00111 Owner-Facility: Town of Tryon Inspection Date: 12/04/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: The Town of Tryon is doing a fine job of taking care of its wastewater collection system. Town personnel charged witfi maintenance and oeratin of the collection system would benefit from purchase of a closed -- - circuit television camera. Many people find that cost of such a unit is quickly recovered by reduced need to perform point repairs. The Town needs a system to insure that all remote portions of collection system are inspected and that inspection is documented.. The Town's Spill Response Action Plan needs to be modified by the addition of discussion of anticipated response time in event of an emergency. The Town is making good progress with in-house collection system map improvements. Items remaining to be addressed are; pipe material, pipe age, and location of service taps. Location of service taps may be indicated by superimposing map of collection system over aerial photo of service area. It is presumed that each building shown will have a service tap. Page: 2 Permit:WQCS00111 Owner-Facility: Town of Tryon Inspection Date: 12/04/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Performance Standards Yes No NA NE Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ® n n n What educational tools are used? Direct mailings and brocures at Town Hall. Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? n n n Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? n n Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? ® n n n Is Septic Tank Ordinance available(as applicable, i.e. annexation) ® n n n List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months None Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan(CIP)been implemented? ® fl n n Does CIP address short term needs and long term\"master plan\"concepts? ® ❑ n n Does CIP cover three to five year period? ® n n n Does CIP include Goal Statement? ® n ❑ Does CIP include description of project area? ® n n Does CIP include description of existing facilities? ® n n n Does CIP include known deficiencies? ® n n Does CIP include forecasted future needs? ® n ❑ n Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment? ® n n n Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system? $93,000.00 Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment? $506,000.00 CIP Comments Good CIP Is system free of known points of bypass? ■ n n n If no,describe type of bypass and location NA Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? n n ® n #Does the sign include: Instructions for notification? n ❑ Pump station identifier? n n ® n 24-hour contact numbers n n ® n If no, list deficient pump stations - Town owns no pump stations. Page: 3 Permit:WOCS00111 Owner-Facility: Town of Tryon Inspection Date: 12/04/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine #Do ALL pump stations have an"auto polling"feature/SCADA? ❑ ❑ ■ Number of pump stations 0 Number of pump stations that have SCADA 0 Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry o Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms 0 Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0 #Does the permittee have a root control program? n ■ n I_1 #If yes,date implemented? Describe: NA Comment: NA Inspections Yes No NA NE Are maintenance records for sewer lines available? ■ n ❑ n Are records available that document pump station inspections? n n ■ Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week? n n ■ n Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day? n n ■ n Are records available that document citizen complaints? ■ n n n #Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system? n ■ n n #Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year? ® n n n Are records available that document inspections of high-priority lines? ■ ❑ n n Has there been visual inspections of high-priority lines in last six months? ■ n n n Comment: Town needs system to organize annual inspection of remote portions of system and document same. Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE Are all log books available? ■ ❑ n n Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? ■ ❑ ❑ n Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? n n ■ n What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, &operations logs and problem areas? As needed. Are maintenance records for equipment available? ■ n n n Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? ® Q n ❑ _ What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? As needed. Page: 4 Permit:WQCS00111 Owner-Facility: Town of Tryon 'ispection Date: 12/04/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine Do pump station logs include: Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? n Inspecting and exercising all valves? ❑ ❑ Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? ❑ n ® 0 Inspecting alarms,telemetry and auxiliary equipment? nn ■ n Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability? ❑ rl ® ❑ Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available? ■ ❑ 0 ❑ Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency? ■ nnn ■ n Are system cleaning records available? nn Has at least 100% of system been cleaned annually? ® n n What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months? Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? ® ❑ ❑ rl Does the plan include: ■ n 24-hour contact numbers nn Response time ❑ ® n Equipment list and spare parts inventory ® ❑ ❑ n Access to cleaning equipment ® ❑ ❑ Q Access to construction crews,contractors,and/or engineers ® Q Source of emergency funds ❑ Q Site sanitation and cleanup materials ® ❑ ❑ Q Post-overflow/spill assessment ® fl ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? ■ nnn Is the spare parts inventory adequate? ® n Comment: Spill Response Action Plan should be modified by addition of discussion of expected response time. Yes No NA NE Records Are adequate records of all SSOs,spills and complaints available? ® n ❑ ❑ Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available? ® ❑ ❑ Do spill records indicate repeated overflows(2 or more in 12 months)at same location? ❑ ■ fl fl If yes, is there a corrective action plan? fl ❑ ® fl Page: 5 r4rty Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary r7 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �} Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 6, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1702 Barry -- Barry and Paula Jones Post Office Box 1088 Highlands, NC 28741 Subject Property: Jones Frog Pond Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. & Mrs. Jones: You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to temporarily divert streams and drain Frog Pond for the purpose of sediment removal at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on October 29, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided these impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3688 (GC3688). The Certification(s) allows you to use Nationwide Permit(s) 33 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and stormwater regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project beyond this approval, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: 401 Wetlands Certification Unit ' 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-17861 FAX 919-733-68931Internet:http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Jonesf,_ Page. December 6,2, Amount Plan Location or Reference Approved (Units) S-1 615 linear feet Temporary relocation 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 4. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 5. Sediment and erosion control measures must be implemented prior to construction and maintained on the sites to minimize sediment in downstream areas. Seeding for _, Jones Frog Pond Page 3 of 6 December 6,2007 a temporary cover of wheat, millet, or similar annual grain or permanent herbaceous cover should occur on all bare soil within five (5) days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-term erosion control. The projects should be accomplished in stages instead of leaving large tracts exposed to further storm events. Erosion control matting should be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils. in steep slope and riparian areas. Matting should be secured in place with staples,___ stakes, or, wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas. In addition, because of an anticipated difficulty in establishing ground cover during the winter, reseeding should be conducted, as necessary, in the spring-time with a native annual and perennial seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain. 6. Stabilization measures should only be applied on or near existing erosion sites, leaving other stable bank areas in a natural condition. Grading and backfilling should be minimized and tree and shrub growth should be retained where possible to ensure long term availability of bank cover for aquatic life and wildlife. Berms should not be constructed because they block the floodplain, constrict and accelerate flood flows, and often fail and sometimes impede drainage during large flood events. 7. Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. Exposure of equipment to surface waters must be minimized to the maximum extent possible. 8. Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected riparian zones such that it will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered. to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this Office. 9. Turbidity Standard The turbidity standard of 10 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate sediment and erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard. Continuous reading and recording turbidi-meters shall be installed above and below the diversion. Should the 10 ntu limit be exceeded, all work shall immediately cease, the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality contacted by phone at 828-296-4500, and appropriate stabilization measures implemented prior to returning to work. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. Jones i Page, December 6, If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N-C:276 -6714:--- is ce i ica ion andits conditions—are finaF-andTm ing un ess you- -- ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality C H Slkhb Enclosures: GC 3688 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration ,. cc: Pam Boaze Fish and Wildlife Associates, Inc. Post Office Box 241 Whittier, NC 28789 .USAGE Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1702.Jones Frog Pond.ApprovaI Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary rNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 6, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1735 McDowell County Norton Webster Environmental Banc & Exchange 909 Capability Drive Suite 3100 Raleigh, NC 27606 North Carolina Ecosystem Enhance Program 1652 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1652 Subject Property: Morgan Creek Restoration Site (9-23-3) Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. Garner: You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 7430 linear feet of streams for the purpose of stream restoration at the subject properties, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on October 24, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3689 (GC3689). The Certification(s) allows you to use Nationwide Permit(s) 27 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and stormwater regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project beyond the approval here, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. 401 Wetlands Certification Unit 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-1786/FAX 919-733-6893/Internet:http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetiands An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Morgan Creek Reston. Page,, December 6,`,L The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: \ 1. Impacts Approved The follow[nq imnartG__are—he4:pby_app-r_©yell a5-IOng_aS &II__of_t and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved Plan Location or Reference (Units) Stream 5130 (linear feet) Morgan Creek Stream 300 (linear feet) UT1 to Morgan Creek Stream 170 (linear feet) UT2 to Morgan Creek Stream 640 (linear feet) UT3 to Morgan Creek Stream 120 (linear feet) UT4 to Morgan Creek Stream 200 (linear feet) UT5 to Morgan Creek Stream 290 (linear feet) UT6 to Morgan Creek Stream 420 (linear feet) UT7 to Morgan Creek Stream 160 (linear feet) UT8 to Morgan Creek 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all % specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. Morgan Creek Restoration Site Page 3 of 6 December 6,2007 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification All constn ictio .a6tivAileS;inc+�t,��„^y the_de-& n,instal -- and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Sediment and erosion control measures must be implemented prior to construction and maintained on the sites to minimize sediment in downstream areas. Seeding for a temporary cover of wheat, millet, or similar annual grain or permanent herbaceous cover should occur on all bare soil within five (5) days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-term erosion control. The projects should be accomplished in stages instead of leaving large tracts exposed to further storm events. Erosion control matting should be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils in steep slope and riparian areas. Matting should be secured in place with staples, stakes, or, wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas. In addition, because of an anticipated difficulty in establishing ground cover during the winter, reseeding should be conducted, as necessary, in the spring-time with a native annual and perennial seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain. 7. Only clean, large, angular rock, large woody material, or other natural stream design materials and techniques should be used for bank stabilization. Rock should not be placed in the stream channel in a manner that constricts stream flow or that will impede aquatic life movements during low flow conditions. Filter cloth should be placed behind large rock that is used for bank stabilization. Properly designed rock vanes should be constructed wherever appropriate on bank stabilization and channel realignment stream reaches to improve channel stability and to improve aquatic habitat. Root wads should be installed low enough in the bank so that a significant portion (at least one-third) the root wad is inundated during normal flows. Morgan Creek Restoi: Pago,, December 6, 8. The channel should be restored to a more stable condition. However, under no circumstances should river rock, sand or other materials be dredged from the stream channel under authorization of this permit except, if necessary, in the immediate vicinity of the eroding banks for the explicit purpose of anchoring & izing ^ram control-structures-or for ishhirrj-t a natural- vv' and more stable stream channel dimensions. Stream bed materials are unstable in flowing-water situations and are unsuitable for bank stabilization. In stream dredging has catastrophic effects on aquatic life and disturbance of the natural form of the stream channel can cause downstream erosion problems. The natural dimension, pattern, and profile of the stream upstream and downstream of the permitted area should not be modified by widening the stream channel or changing its depth. 9. Stabilization measures should only be applied on or near existing erosion sites, leaving other stable stream bank areas in a natural condition. Grading and backfilling should be minimized and tree and shrub growth should be retained where possible to ensure long term availability of stream bank cover for aquatic life and wildlife. Backfill materials should be obtained from upland sites except in cases where excess stream bed materials are available. Berms should not be permitted because they block the floodplain, constrict and accelerate flood flows, and often fail and sometimes impede drainage during large flood events. 10.Repairs to eroded banks should be conducted in a dry work area where possible. Sandbags or other clean diversion structures should be used where possible to minimize excavation in flowing water. Channel realignments should be constructed by excavating the new channel from downstream to upstream before connecting it to the old channel. 11.Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. 12.Disturbed stream banks and a 30-foot vegetated zone, or the widest width that is practical under the site conditions, should be restored where possible along the construction sites to natural riparian conditions with native trees and shrubs (e.g., silky dogwood, rhododendron, dog hobble, red maple, silky willow, tag alder, black willow, sycamore) to provide long-term bank stability and stream shading. Note, silky dogwood, silky willow and black willow can be planted as live stakes collected during the dormant growing season. Cuttings should be randomly planted on four (4) foot centers from the waters edge to the top of the bank. Trees should be planted on ten (10) to twelve (12) foot centers. Stream banks in these areas should also be seeded with a native annual and perennial seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain. Morgan Creek Restoration Site Page 5 of 6 December 6,2007 ,3.Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected riparian zones such that it will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered --to-rerrfove-rritrogen. is may require a i ions approva rom this Office. 14.Riparian Zone Replanting Replanting of vegetation within areas lacking woody vegetation located within 25 feet of the streambank must be done in a manner consistant with the Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration immediately following construction. (Please see attached.) 17.Turbidity Standard The turbidity standard of 50 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate sediment and erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard. 18. No Sediment and Erosion Control Measures in Wetlands Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources or locally delegated program has released the project. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as. authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the. approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. Morgan Creek Restol, Pag. December 6,'< This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of",, the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, 4, u =L Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality CHSlkhb Enclosures: GC 3689 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration cc: Tommy Cousins Kimley-Horn and Associates 4651 Charlotte Park Drive Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28217 USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office Cyndi Karoly, DWQ 401 Central Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission DLR Asheville Regional Office File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1735.MorganCreekRestoration.Approval Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources s_ Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality m..=� Asheville Regional Office December 6, 2007 Ms. Valerie Jaynes, Mayor Town of Newland 301 Cranberry Street Newland, North Carolina 28657 Subject: Permit No, WQ0032511 Town of Newland Rivers Edge Development Wastewater Collection System Extension Avery County Dear Ms. Jaynes: In accordance with your application received on November 27, 2007 we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032511, dated December 6, 2007, to the Town of Newland for the . construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the"notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless Specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www-ncwaterquality.org One 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299 7043 NorthCarohna DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 Natllrallil An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Avery County School Systern December 6, 2007 � 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 Newland for the construction and operation of approximately 1,352 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer, an 87.5 gpm duplex sewage pumping station with audible and visual highwater alarms, a permanently installed emergency power generator with Automatic Transfer Switch and telemetry, and 540 linear feet of 4-inch diameter force main to serve the Rivers Edge Development and the discharge of 36,015 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Newland's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 27, 2007 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Newland's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0021857) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy M. Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Avery County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0021857) Keith Webb, PE Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TOWN OF NEWLAND RIVERS EDGE DEVELOPMENT AVERY COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT WQ0032511 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. >_. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C. 1 Permit No. V/Q0032511, Town of Newland, Rivers Edge Deveiopryient, Avery County, December 6. 2007 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as' may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617, 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 40 WQ003251 1 Town of Newland Rivers Edge Development Avery County December 6,_2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 6t" day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION forlCdjeen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032511 Permit No t11J00032511 Town of Newland Rivers Edge Developrnent Avery County December 6 2007 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: approximately 1,352 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer; an 87.5 gpm duplex sewage pumping station with audible and visual highwater alarms, a permanently installed emergency power generator with Automatic Transfer Switch and telemetry, and 540 linear feet of 4-inch diameter force main Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings(plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve,operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ..................................................................................................... SEND THIS FORM & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ...........__.................................................................................... The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. Michael F. Easley, Governor {VdAT � �. �O William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H. Sullins, Director Zz Division of Water Quality -s ., w -- Asheville Regional Office December 6, 2007 Ms. Valerie Jaynes, Mayor Town of Newland 301 Cranberry Street Newland, North Carolina 28657 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032513 Town of Newland Wilderness Trail Development Wastewater Collection System Extension Avery County Dear Ms. Jaynes: In accordance with your application received on November 9, 2007 we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032513, dated December 6, 2007, to the Town of Newland for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does riot meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org One 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 Nortf hCarolina DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 Naturally An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Avery County Scheel System December 6, 2007 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 Newland for the construction and operation of approximately 7,300 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer to serve the Wilderness Trail Development and the discharge of 216,800 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Newland's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 9, 2007 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Newland's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0021857) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy M. Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Avery County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0021857) Keith Webb, PE Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TOWN OF NEWLAND WILDERNESS TRAIL DEVELOPMENT AVERY COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT WQ0032513 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 Permit No. WQ0032813 Town of Newland Wilderness Trail Development Avery County. Decernber 6 200 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting - Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 d WQ0032513 Town of Newland Wilderness Trail Develooment Avery C"ounty, December 6. 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 6t" day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for een H. SuTi �Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032513 3 Permit No. WQ0032513. Town of Newland. Wilderness Trail Development Avery County Decernber 6 206 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point,'available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ...................................................._................ SEND THIS FORM & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 :...................................................................................... ..............: The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. _ Michael F. Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 7 Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 6, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2134 Mr. Gregory A. Ward Trillium Links &Village LLC P.O. Box 2644 Cashiers,North Carolina 28717 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO059200 Trillium Links &Village LLC Case No. LV-2007-0463 Jackson County Dear Mr. Ward: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$265.07 ($200.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against Trillium Links &Village LLC. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Trillium Links &Village LLC for the month of August 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0059200. The violations which occurred in August 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Trillium Links &Village LLC violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059200 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards,Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region,hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Trillium Links &Village LLC: NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwatergualit\/.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 I of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. `� $100.00 NC0059200, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD. 1 of the I violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0059200, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Minimum limit for DO. .. . .. ........ .. .... . ... ._. .... $200.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $265.07 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b),which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. - Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be Atted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In .etermining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14311-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed-provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark),will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions,please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: WQ Asheville Files w/attachments WQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/ Enforcement Files w/attachments RPB Systems/ ORC w/attachments JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST .,WQ Case Number: LV-2007-0463 County: Jackson Assessed Party: Trillium Links & Village, LLC Permit No. : NC0059200 Amount Assessed: $265.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONME�. AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF JACKSON IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN ` OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND ` STIPULATION OF FACTS TRILLIUM LINKS & VILLAGE LLC ) PERMIT NO. NCO059200 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0463 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $265.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 2007,the undersigned; desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE N L W N N a. X w o z z O x E > O_ d a � y Q ❑ ❑ Z O W uW F o O v� J N , e G W F W �J rn M Uj J Q U F C g ^ m NJ Y L) LL K O U) F F N Z Za uj O U U iy J J to O' Y Q h U c6 0 Z N W w j > > otS w m J � � YLL Q w z I— J m O o LU Q E D ~Q O N Z O O O O W ; L ~ U U J J N t m N Y � __ W J F- LU E �QQ 3 R' ❑ a. m o H} F- z U U w w LL OJ J J {al.0 O o m 0 O CD O C,O U) 00 N N U c z a o Z � }} > W z o 0 a _! a � '\ �J� ���� Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources F Coleen H.Sullins, Director r—! Division of Water Quality a _ Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 6, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2141 Mr. Wendell T. Howard HRS Land Development LLC 204 Charlotte Highway Suite G Asheville,North Carolina 28803 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO087556 HRS Land Development LLC Ledgestone Subdivision WWTP Case No. LV-2007-0462 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Howard: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$165.07 ($100.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against HRS Land Development LLC. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by HRS Land Development LLC for the month of August 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found m NPDES Permit NC0087556. The violations which occurred in August 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that HRS Land Development LLC violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO087556 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards,Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region,hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against HRS Land Development LLC: Northcarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 I of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0087556, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for RES/TSS. $100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $165.07 _ _ TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be .ered: 0 whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or --(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed -provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5)business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, s Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: WQ Asheville Files w/attachments WQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/Enforcement Files w/attachments James & James Environmental/ORC w/attachments JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST ,)WQ Case Number: LV-2007-0462 County: Buncombe Assessed Party: HRS Land Development LLC/Ledgestone Permit No: NC0087556 Amount Assessed: $165.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); _ (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) - the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMEl. AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND HRS LAND DEVELOPMENT LLC/ STIPULATION OF FACTS LEDGESTONE PERMIT NO. NCO087556 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0462 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $165.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 2007,the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE 7C3 -a na r w w z O lU Q x X e J N (0 0 N Q � Q O CU K V W W~ (o v >a o � On N N 0 w W Faa'W J p U j J Q U n f' E n v v O J U C 3 m LL W Oj z '=a e E > >w O U U N J � Q y C r U g z Z Q' N M T T W O . O N N � d J w y = y LL Q W z .p CO O r I- c 2 ~� S a Q ro D a¢ N J z O� o 0 c a > 2 caJ c O A Z V 3 a� w C F W (n co tB K u�i v�i Gt a> CL � w J z F a � U U OJ W W LL J WE o 0 D O to n Z� o 0 °DC. w OO o 0 C z w ao F. Z t�6 O 1- O_ o ¢ o 0 O £ W o J a of Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 7 Coleen H.Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality 'C Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 6, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2127 Ms. Monica Schwalbach, Acting Forest Supervisor USDA US Forest Service P.O. Box 2750 Asheville,NC 28802 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO020478 USDA US Forest Service Lake Powhatan Recreation Area Case No. LV-2007-0457 Buncombe County Dear Ms. Schwalbach: This letter transmits allotice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$765.07 ($700.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against USDA US Forest Service. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by USDA US Forest Service for the month of July 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0020478. The violations which occurred in July 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that USDA US Forest Service violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO020478 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against USDA US Forest Service: NorthCaroiina Natundy North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 I of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0020478, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD. 1 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0020478, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for RES/TSS. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0020478, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0020478, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for RES/TSS. $700.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $765.07 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 14313- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties,Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed -provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings _6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 Please indicate the case number(as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENT cc: WQ Asheville Files w/attachment WQ Central Files w/attachment Bob Guerra/ Enforcement Files w/attachment James &James/ ORC w/attachment JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST JWQ Case Number: LV-2007-0457 County: Buncombe Assessed Party: USDA US Forest Service/Lake Powhatan Permit No. NC0020478 Amount Assessed: $765.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). _ (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences), (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMEi COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE AND NATURAL RESOURCES IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND USDA US FOREST SERVICE/ LAKE POWHATAN ) STIPULATION OF FACTS PERMIT NO. NCO020478 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0457 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $765.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 2007, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE pw, a°' °J i ai a�i ai °u' } x x u o w w w W w w Z N N O m m y F= E E E E m m Q m m 1 O �j T2 _T 2 2 _T , L c c Z O W wF- M 0) 0) o On o v 0 O w F-w m UQ N T N N N O J� Q U d F EN N O N N O G U C 7 m U.� O> F Z Zcn Q H< E E E E E E O U m ti c� Ln CD O Q y G Z ~ Clw Z U) N = T T >. T T T wec 0 Y Y - M Y Y G O J N N N N N QI 0 LL LL W av ZO n r n n n n o 0 0 0 0 0 Q a � a� N W 0� o 0 0 0 0 0 (n cc > a L � a c O w d L U Q� f� w L w 3 w U) U) (n °IL a C C U) 0 0 0 w w w J Z O U UO w w w w W w U. J _1 J LLa o O o o O o Fn. o o o 0 0 0 O ~v z� 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C Da N N N N N N -_ U O Za n r P r Z Y Oc G > CD O O a/ = J C. p O O O O W G a O O N O O a G Z N N . J a ur «n yr Michael F.Easley,Governor William G. Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 6, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2110 Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance Buncombe County Board of Education 167 Craven Street Asheville,North Carolina 28806 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NC0086436 Buncombe County Board of Education Cane Creek Elementary School Case No. LV-2007-0459 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Hall: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$165.07 ($100.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against Buncombe County Board of Education. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Buncombe County Board of Education for the month of June 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0086436. The violations which occurred in June 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Buncombe County Board of Education violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO086436 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143- 215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Buncombe County Board of Education: ne NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwatergualitV.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No'.`�. $.00 NC0086436, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0086436, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD. $100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $165.07 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be ,ced, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In ,ermining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed-provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days, following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty(30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions,please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, _ Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENT cc: WQ Asheville w/attachment WQ Central Files w/ attachment Bob Guerra/Enforcement Files w/attachment RPB Systems/ ORC w/attachment NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES _STY OF BUNCOMBE .N THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES.AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS BUNCOMBE COUNTY BOE/ CANE CREEK SCHOOL ) PERMIT NO. NCO086436 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0459 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $165.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 2007, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2007-0459 County: Buncombe Assessed Party: Buncombe County BOE/Cane Creek School Permit No. NC0086436 Amount Assessed: $165.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c),remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: W � � a } x x I- w w z O m J W Q O > � T r LU L y � a z 0 LU LU o mJ � a w W F W g� J o r J> M Q v m E n o _ a M O J V r m LL W O� z 2¢ E E O O :. U c U s a) v w '* Q o c U \ W fC N J T a co > d W _ LL Q = W z s m p � O W o 0 d z W JOB o 0 E cn .> U U O C U� m N t6 a.+ C W E d W x N H W c CD m s a m m m U z F a U UO w w LL LL J J I.- o 0 D O F 00 y OO o 0 Q r- F d N N U O z K <n co z = 2 h_CC O y LU Q O O wo J w �— %� �dl:_. /-_... ���.',_J Michael F.Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 7 Coleen H.Sullins, Director - Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 6, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2103 Mr. Gregory A. Ward Trillium Links &Village LLC P.O. Box 2644 Cashiers,North Carolina 28717 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO059200 Trillium Links &Village LLC Case No. LV-2007-0460 Jackson County Dear Mr. Ward: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$515.07 ($450.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against Trillium Links &Village LLC. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Trillium Links &Village LLC for the month of July 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0059200. The violations which occurred in July 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Trillium Links &Village LLC violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059200 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region,hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Trillium Links & Village LLC: No thCarolina Natura«y North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit Na'", $200.00 NC0059200, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0059200, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD. $450.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $515.07 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. r Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty l J assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please d detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be .,ed, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In .ermining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 1438-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that ification for Remission Request." Both forms should you complete and submit the enclosed"Just be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings. If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty(30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, M" . & Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENT cc: WQ Asheville Files w/ attachment WQ Central Files w/attachment Bob Guerra/Enforcement Files w/attachment RPB Systems/ORC w/ attachment JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST ✓VQ Case Number: LV-2007-0460 County: Jackson Assessed Party: Trillium Links & Village Permit No. NC0059200 Amount Assessed: 5515.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). _ (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONN, AND NATURAL RESOURCES ,. COUNTY OF JACKSON IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS TRILLIUM LINKS AND VILLAGE, LLC ) PERMIT NO. NCO059200 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0460 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $515.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 2007, the undersigned,_ desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a a a � m � a iL o w w w Z E E N O m as r E E O 2 a > m `m Q O O o 0 Z O W j O e W W m UQ J> Q U F Y V M 7 LL� O=) Z Za E E E =O =� U U c J 'o J �} y O z U Z ; N W W T T T cc j G J W N N 7N U Y LL Q = W z O_ W 0 0 0 ~ E F o m r Q z Q Z - W U) > F � V J J d 0 t0 C W J F•' W E O Q O O O a m m m z LL O J J LLa O O O D O N zH GCD R0. N ON N Z uj > o o n �C o 0 0 OW. G Q O O N z J a n » w> Michael F. Easley,Governor William G. Ross Jr.,Secretary v North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality a Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER,PROTECTION SECTION December 6, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2073 Mr. Martin Lashua, Regional Manager Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC PO Box 240908 Charlotte,North Carolina 28224-0908 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO076431 Carolina Water Service Inc of NC Wolf Laurel WWTP Case No. LV-2007-0454 Madison County Dear Mr. Lashua: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$515.07 ($450.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC for the month of June 2007. This review has shown the subj ect facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NCO076431. The violations which occurred in June 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO076431 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC: NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No, $200.00 NC0076431, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for RES/TSS. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0076431, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for RES/TSS. $00.00 1 of the 1 violations of NPDES Permit NC0076431, Part II, Section B. I I., Signatory Requirements, for failure to sign the DMR. $450.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $515.07 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. ' Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be .ed, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In .ermining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed -provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 '- Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty(30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENT cc: WQ Asheville Files w/attachment WQ Central Files w/attachment �- Bob Guerra/Enforcement Files w/ attachment Rex Woody/ ORC w/ attachment JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST ,dQ Case Number: LV-2007-0454 County: Madison Assessed Party: Carolina Water Service/Wolf Laurel Permit No. NC0076431 Amount Assessed: $515.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N:C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONM. AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF MADISON IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS CAROLINA WATER SERVICE/ WOLF LAUREL ) PERMIT NO. NCO076431 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0454 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $515.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 2007, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a a iL U wa W LU W N Z E E rn z O 0 co O y 1= E E > L= ❑ T T L N N o a Z: z o O LU � w L wa' o� N 'off J J e ❑ ❑ W rw rW 7 7J Q J> a Q v � O V V h J (A J a W LL W pj OM z 2Q E E E Za > jLU I O U U Z w � O v 0 Q n U U u O w w Z N =) T - T J W N N N w _ LL LL m w z , z 1¢- m Ow o 0 0 �w o Q � QQ N N � Qa `� J C W O❑ O❑ o 0 o o O Ln > > c�a U U a w r w <n <n CO w J Q U) C C a < w w w O a w x cl� a z z O c c 0 r 3 Q U U� w w w Up Q J LL J J J LL LL o LL O o O {QLa F, o 0 j D O O M U' C � I., z r Z O o OW o N N to Oa o U C Z� co m 7 OwQ, m Z @ 0 — y _ LL, C z O O N w (R f1 G (» �s es a' J a a Michael F.Easley,Governor G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Al�! Coleen S.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 6, 2007 DWQ Project# 06-1959 Jackson County Ray Trine Glen Pointe Developement Post Box 747 Cashiers, NC 28717 Subject Property: Glen Pointe Subdivision, Lake Glenville Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. Trine.- You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 18 sq ft of lake bed of lake Glenville for the purpose of a multi boat dock at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on September 19, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3693 (GC3693). The Certifications) allows you to use Permit(s) GP30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, Water Supply Water Shed Buffers, and trout buffer regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: NorthCarolina 401 Wetlands Certification Unit Naturally 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-1786/FAX 919-733-6893/Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Glen Pk', December 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Plan Location or Reference Approved (Units) Lake Bottom 18 (square feet) A 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. Glen Pointe Marina Page 3 of 5 December 6,2007 4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Heavy Equipment Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. 7. Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it will not re-concentrate before being discharged. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this Office. 8. Water Supply Watershed /Trout Buffer Disturbed banks and a 30-foot vegetated zone, must be restored along the shoreline to natural riparian conditions with native trees and shrubs (e.g., silky dogwood, rhododendron, dog hobble, red maple, silky willow, tag alder, black willow, sycamore) to provide long-term bank stability and stream shading. Note, silky dogwood, silky willow and black willow can be planted as live stakes collected during the dormant growing season. Cuttings should be randomly planted on four (4) foot centers from the waters edge to the top of the bank. Trees should be planted on ten (10) to twelve (12) foot centers. Stream banks in these areas should also be seeded with a native annual and perennial seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain. Glen December` 9. No Impacts Beyond those in Application No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre- construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 10. Deed Notifications Deed Notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all retained jurisdictional wetlands, waters and protective buffers in order to assure compliance for future wetland, water and buffer impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place prior to impacting any wetlands, waters and/or buffers approved for impact under this Certification Approval and Authorization Certificate. A sample deed notification can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. The test of the sample deed notification may be modified as appropriate to suit this project. 11. Concrete All Concrete used in this project shall be pre-cast and cured on land prior to placing on the lake bottom as to prevent the leaching of caustic materials in to J the water. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. Glen Pointe Marina Page 5 of 5 December 6,2007 ,s letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of .ne Clean Water Act. If you,have any questions, please contact Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at either Kevin.Barnett(d)-ncmail.net or at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality AWK/khb Enclosures: GC 3693 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration cc: Lisa Leatherman, Duke Energy Duke Energy Lake Services EC12Q Post Office Box 1006 Charlotte, NC 28201-1006 USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1587.Glen PointDevelopement.Approval °� '\ i �'; '�<;�: ATE Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources ;} r Coleen H. Sullins, Director " < Division of Water Quality Asheville December 6, 2007 Mr. Lee Smith, Director Water & Sewer Department City of Hendersonville 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032506 City of Hendersonville Lot 2, Carriage Park Section 21 Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: In accordance with your application received on November 30, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032506 dated December 6, 2007, to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractor's " notice to proceed"for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Hendersonville December 6, 2007 Page, 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 City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of a 12 gpm grinder type individual home sewage pumping station and 75 linear feet of 1 1/4-inch diameter force main to serve Lot 2 in Carriage Park Section 21 and the discharge of 480 gallons per day of additional wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 30, 2007 in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Hendersonville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025534) prior to being discharged into Mud Creek in the French Broad River Basin. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, . L��.64 for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025534) Surface Water Protection Central Files Robert Paul Patterson, PE PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE LOT 2 in CARRIAGE PARK SECTION 21 HENDERSON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT NUMBER WQ0032506 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained fora period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C. i Permit No, W00032506 Citv of Hendersonville Lot 2 in Carriage Park Section 21 Henderson Co., Dec 6 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting , Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: �i The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 r tI 00032506 City of Hendersonville Lot 2 in Carriage Park Section 21 Henderson Co., Dec. 6. 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 6th day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number W00032506 3 Permit No. ` 00032506 City of Hendersonville. Lot 2 in Carriage Park Section 21 Henderson Co. Dec.6. ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: a 12 gpm grinder type individual home sewage pumping station and 75 linear feet of 1 1/4-inch diameter force main Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines)of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ..................................................................................... SEND THIS FORM & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 .............................................................................................. ......: The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. Michael F. Easley, Governor IN A T William G. Ross Jr., Secretary G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality Asheville December 6, 2007 Mr. Lee Smith, Director Water & Sewer Department City of Hendersonville 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032510 City of Hendersonville Lot 5R-Orchard Knolls Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: In accordance with your application received on November 30, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032510 dated December 6, 2007, to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractor's " notice to proceed"for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 1'2, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Hendersonville Decernber 0, 2007 Page 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 City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of a 10 gpm grinder type individual home sewage pumping station and 90 linear feet of 1 1/4-inch diameter force main to serve Lot 5R in Orchard Knolls and the discharge of 360 gallons per day of additional wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 30, 2007 in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Hendersonville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025534) prior to being discharged into Mud Creek in the French Broad River Basin. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, 4 for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025534) Surface Water Protection Central Files Robert Paul Patterson; PE PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE LOT 5R-ORCHARD KNOLLS HENDERSON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT NUMBER WQ0032510 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 213 .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 _ \ � Perm, it No. VV0003251 0, Citv of Hendersonville, Lot 5R-Orchard Knolls. Henderson Co- Decernber 6. 20\u. 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there iSa desire for the wastewater collection facilities to Ch@Dg8 0yv0e[SNp, or there is 8 nQDl8 dl8nQe of the P8rDittee. 8 fOrD8| permit request l^ Sh8U be submitted to the Division aCCOnlpGOied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting [n3teri8|S as may be appropriate. The 8ppn}v8| Of this request Sh8U be COOSidenBd On its merits and may O[ may not heapproved. 5. C0DStrUCtiOD of the gravity sewers, pump St8tiO0S. and force nlGiDS shall be SChSdU|8d SO as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted fooi|ities, a oertification, a copy of the construction record draVYiOgs, as well as supporting design calculations for any punnp stations permitted as part Of this project shall be received from o North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15AN{}AC2T .O2OO; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12. 1990 as applicable; the Division's MiDiDlUrD Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1. 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and p8dig|iy certified, you Sh8|| retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the S8Dle permit, and Sh8|| provide 8 final certificate Of CO[Dp|StiOO OOCe the entire project has been completed. A copy Of the construction record d[8vviOg3, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being C8rtifi8d. Sh8|| be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the ''COn8t[U{tiOn Record Drawings," ��d one copy Of �h� supporting d�Si�D C@|CU|8tiOnS to the Non-Discharge Permitting -.' Unit. 1O17 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC278g9-1017. ` 7. A copy Of the construction r8COnj drawings Sh8U be maintained on file by the Pennittee for the life of the vv8StevV@ter C0||9Ction facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and |inlit3<iOnS contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity 88Vver Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1990 GS applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting Of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1. 2000 as applicable; and other supporting n08t8ria|S may subject the Pernnittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6Athrough G143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the vv8St8vv8ter collection facilities fail to perform s3Ust]ctnri|y, including the nr88hOn of nuisance conditions, the Pernlittge Sh8U take immediate nn[reCfivH 8CtiO0, including those as may be required by this DivisiOn. such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit Sh@U not exempt the P8nnittee from complying with any and all Sbatutes, nJ|es. rnQU|3bOOS. or On1in8OCeS that may be imposed by other government agencies (lOC8|' state and f8Uen@|) which have juhSdiCtioD, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 28 .0200. en}SiOD and sedimentation C0Dtr0| requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCGO1 0000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15ANCAC2B .0200GDd 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Pennitteo shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional [)ffice, telephone number (828) 2Q0-45OO. as soon as pnssib|e, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 4o. W0 0032510 City of Hendersonville. Lot 5R-Orchard Knolls Henderson Co. December 6 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 6t" day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for Co en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032510 3 Permit No, Vy100032510, City of Hendersonville. Lot 5R-Orchard Knolls. Henderson Co.. December 6. 26, ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: a 10 gpm grinder type individual home sewage pumping station and 90 linear feet of 1 1/4-inch diameter force main Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest,past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division)Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: _......................................._............._...................................... SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ............................................ ............................................. The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. December 7, 2007 Memo To: Michelle e Basinw Planning Unit Through: Roger Edwards- e Asheville Regional Office Davis From. Roy ional Office Asheville Reg Subject: Your E-mail of November 29, 2007 Questions NPDES Facilities in BRD esponse the Asheville e Re ional office to your November 9, 200 I This is the r of the Asheveii g Regional Office made E-mail. Several staff members in contribution to this memorandum- 0 our E-mail discusses the issue ditextile dyeing color instrearn in One of the attachments t y e in the next Broad River Basin as a result of thace!ve little to no cov erag s a large the suggest that this topic r As a result of reduction of global trade barrier wastewater. I .- Broad River Basin study. he Town of de an le in industry has left this area. Theon Cone Mills Cliff side an part of the textile dying plant have ceased operate this the Dan River textile dying Forest City and Tryon have one wand reduction is down to two textile mills, time in identify color impact longer necessary. I should mention that if decade we anticipated investing as it strategies. Such undertakings are no long laced on the industry the drought continues added pressure will be p quantity needed. comes more difficult to obtain finished water in the q y ®ES be plant NPDES n River plant NPDES Permit is inactiv Mills Sanitary Distrie. The Cone ctla d limits flow to The Da the Cone i h low flow conditions may magnify mstream color n Permit has been assumed by 50,000 gpd. Even thong permitted color limits are suggested at this time. r es treated wastewater to the Second Broad ter The Town of Forest City discha geration imparts a color to the treated River. The Town's one textile op which is visible in the Second Broad River at the Cliff side.Sanitary District Wastewater Treatment Plant. observed in gig from which is being You asked where the sediment is coming Big Camp Creek watershed is a very Creek in Rutherford County. development is Camp Populated forested watershed. Almost no sparsely o I wonder if the sediment might be a vestige rural, tl p lace in the drainage. currently taking p ---------- of the days when the State maintained road was unpaved. This is only speculation on my part You asked about the cooperative study between Towns of Tryon and Columbus re the City of Saluda, and the wastewater. The three political engt esnhave feasibility of a jointly treating their study the regionalization of sewer service. gnsigned resolutions committing to the Town of Columbus to the Clean Water Managementplacation has been submitted by support a feasibility study toward this end. I will mention that the Town of Columbus received a NOV with en Trust Fund for funds to coliform p alty assessment in March 2007 for a fecal permit violation and the Town of Tryon assessment in March 2007 for fecal coliform, violations. hlorine,eand mOercu ith penalty ry permit You asked about the Walnut Creek watershed i somewhat rural, primarily forested with one, what aolk County. The watershed is development in the early stages of construction. ppears_to be discussions regarding whether or The Regional Office major have classification. pnot we feel it apropriate to recommend HQW The NPDES Permit for the Tryon Middle School will be left time as final use of the property is decided upon. as inactive until such You asked about Saluda and the City's Proposed upgrade. not proceed with this project until final decisions re adTP City will \ system are reached. 9 ng a possibib The le county wide With regards to our most recent inspection of Grover NC00043910. Indicating "neither" for a compliance Industries (NPDES part. It was our intention to indicate "com I ance status was a mistake on our accordingly. p BIMS has been updated You asked about the Town of Lake Lure. The improvements to its WWTp which were a Town has under construction p Authorization to Construct permit issued on May e 31, 2006. Those improvements under the terms of an include replacement of a spiral screen, construction of a clarifier, and replacement and rehabilitation of chemical fee Asheville Regional Office was of the opinion t new 40 feet diameter (SOC) was necessary because t that a Special order ibmCon The consistently comply with the effluentlimits contained Lake Lure was not able to sent SOC was signed on October 24, 2007. U in NPDES Permit. The final DWQ inspection is imminent. The NCWRC cork has been completed and been implemented and shall remain a requirement of the S suggestion to aerate effluent has by the ARO. The Special Order effluent limits expire FebruaOC until further notice Vi-lat'on Penalties totaling $9,434.10 were assessed as part of the Order. Larry Frost was not mentioned least reaa, carried out to repair hu, not needing to be mentiG has approved construction will replace four older coal % use of side steam cooling resu The company will continue to dr. Contributors to the information cons Don Price, Larry Frost, Paul Muller, -:�� ,% -y /l `�_ �--� ��;_,: r W A 7� Michael F. Easley, Governor Q William G. Ross Jr., Secretary C North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Wafer Quality Asheville December 7, 2007 Mr. Joe Cline, Executive Director Tuckaseigee Water& Sewer Authority 1246 West Main Street Sylva, North Carolina 28779 ,Subject: Permit No. WQ0032504 Tuckaseigee Water& Sewer Authority Edgewater Road Area Wastewater Collection System Extension Jackson County Dear Mr. Cline: In accordance with your application received on November 13, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032504, dated December I7, 2007, to the Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority (TWSA) for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein',. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractor's Notice to Proceed for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 One DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 NOrthCarolIina An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Naturally Tuckaseigee Water& Sewer Authority December 7, 2007 A 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 TWSA for the construction and operation of 7,180 linear feet of 4-inch diameter force main and the discharge of 36,000 gpd of additional wastewater into TWSA's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 13, 2007 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. All wastewater discharged to this force main, whether by gravity or pressure, shall only be released after having passed through a septic tank for purposes of solids removal. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the TWSA Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0039578) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) , 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Jackson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0039578) John L. King, PE Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES TUCKASEIGEE WATER & SEWER AUTHORITY EDGEWATER ROAD AREA JACKSON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT W00032504 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times 'to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C. 1 Perrnit No WQ0032504 Tuckaseigee Water& Sewer Authority Edgewater Road Jackson County. Dec. .. 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collectial. facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 unit No VV00032504 Tuckaseigee Water& Sewer Authority Edgewater Road Jackson County, Dec. 7. 2007 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part 1 of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 7th day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for 1,oPeen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032504 3 Permit No. WO0032504, Tuckaseigee Water & Sewer Authority, Edgewater Road, Jackson County Dec. 7`� ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: 7,180 linear feet of 4-inch diameter force main Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division, Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ,..................................................................................................... SEND THIS FORM & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 .................................................................................... .................: The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be _ considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 7, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mr. Wittner Wright Havon Inc. P.O. Box 1180 Candler, North Carolina 28715 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2007-LV-0586 Permit No. NCO075388 Pleasant Cove Home WWTP Buncombe County Dear Mr. Wright: A review of Pleasant Cove Home WWTP's monitoring report for August 2007 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Limit Type Value Coliform, Fecal MF, M- 08/16/07 400 600 #/100ml Daily FC Broth,44.5C #/100ml Maximum Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations of State law. NorthCarolina Naturallb( North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Mr. Wittner Wright December 7, 2007 Page 2 If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Don Price of this Office for additional information. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office cc: WQ Asheville Files WQ Central Files ) Bob Guerra/ Enforcement Files James & James Environmental/ ORC Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary q North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director —{ Division of Water Quality 'C Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 7, 2007 -.CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2097 Ms. Cathy D. Ball Engineering Department City of Asheville P.O. Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina 28802 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2007-LV-0578 Permit No. NCO035807 Northfork WTP Buncombe County Dear Hanks: A review of Northfork WTP's monitoring report for September 2007 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Limit Type Value Chlorine, Total Residual 09/12/07 28 ug/1 37 ug/1 Daily Maximum Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell. The Division of water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations of state law. NorthCarolina 'AWMrallry North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterou2lity.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Ms. Cathy Ball December 7, 2007 Page 2 If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenano problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities,then you may wish to consider applying' , for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Don Price of this Office for additional information. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, —� Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office cc: WQ Asheville Files WQ Central Files Bob Guerra/ Enforcement Files Brad Boris/ ORC, North Fork WTP �, Michael F. Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins, Director ® Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 7, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2158 Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance Buncombe County Board of Education 167 Craven Street Asheville,North Carolina 28806 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO073814 Buncombe County Board of Education North Buncombe Elementary School WWTP Case No. LV-2007-0468 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Hall: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$165.07 ($100.00 civil penalty+ $65.07 enforcement costs) against Buncombe County Board of Education. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Buncombe County Board of Education for the month of September 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NCO073814. The violations which occurred in September 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Buncombe County Board of Education violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO073814 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143- 215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Buncombe County Board of Education: No thCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:www.newaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-800 623-7748 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.",, $.00 NC0073814, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0073814, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD. $100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $65.07 Enforcement Costs $165.07 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b),which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; andJ (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice,you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 16 t 7 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be .cted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In atermining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed-provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 and Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to General Counsel Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty(30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: WQ Asheville Files w/attachments WQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/Enforcement Files w/attachments RPB Systems/ ORC w/ attachments JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST NQ Case Number: LV-2007-0468 County: Buncombe Assessed Party: Buncombe County BOE/N. Buncombe Elementary Permit No.: NCO073814 Amount Assessed: $165.07 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONML_ AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS BUNCOMBE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION/) NORTH BUNCOMBE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ) PERMIT NO. NCO073814 ) FILE NO. LV-2007-0468 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $165.07 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 7, 2007, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a W N (D a. 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Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell. The Division of water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations of state law. NorthCarolina �Ivaturallr� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Ms. Deborah Harrell December 7, 2007 �. Page 2 If the violations are of a.continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance, problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Don Price of this Office for additional information. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards,Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office cc: WQ Asheville Files WQ Central Files Bob Guerra/ Enforcement Files James& James Environmental/ ORC Chris Dickinson/ Manager, Days Inn Candler Michael F. Easley, Governor �r\NATfi William G. Ross Jr., Secretary J %�% North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 7 k Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality Asheville December 7, 2007 Mr. Lee Smith, Director Water & Sewer Department City of Hendersonville 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032525 City of Hendersonville Orchards @ Flat Rock-Phase2 Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: In accordance with your application received on November 30, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032525 dated December 7, 2007, to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractor's " notice to proceed" for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Hendersonville Decennber 7, 2007 , 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 City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of 2,625 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer and the discharge of 35,680 gallons per day of additional wastewater, from the Orchards @ Flat Rock-Phase 2, into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 30, 2007 in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1; 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Hendersonville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025534) prior to being discharged into Mud Creek in the French Broad River Basin. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) i 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025534) Surface Water Protection Central Files Shawn M. Lynch, PE PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE ORCHARD @ FLAT ROCK-PHASE 2 HENDERSON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT NUMBER WQ0032525 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. - 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 Permit No W00032525 City of Hendersonville Orchards c_ Flat Rock-Phase 2. Henderson Co.. Dec. 7, 2'(, 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted.facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed. in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 snit No. W f 032525 City of Hendersonville. Orchards (2 Flat Rock-Phase 2 Henderson Co. Dec. 7, 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 7th day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION fo C 'een H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032525 3 Permit Na WQ0032525 City of Hendersonville Orchards L@ Flat Dock-Phase 2, Henderson Co.. Dec. 7. 2,- ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: 2,625 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines)of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ................................................................................. SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 :..................................................................................................... The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary ,, wG North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources e' 7 > , Coleen H. Sullins, Director - - Division of Water Quality Asheville December 7, 2007 Mr. J. Robert Eoyette, City Manager City of Marion Post Office Drawer 700 Marion, North Carolina 28752 Subject: Permit No. W00032508 City of Marion Catawba River Pump Stations and Force Mains Wastewater Collection System Extension McDowell County Dear Mr. Soyette: In accordance with your application received on November 30, 2007 we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032508, dated December 7, 2007, to the City of Marion for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractors "notice to proceed' for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 One NorthCarolina An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Naturally City of Marion December 7, 2007 Pag,. 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 City of Marion for the construction and operation of approximately 195 linear feet of fl- inch diameter gravity sewer, 290 linear feet of 12-inch diameter gravity sewer, two 540 gpm duplex style sewage pumping stations, both with audible and visual high water alarms, permanently installed emergency power generators with Automatic Transfer Switches and telemetry, and 14, 938 linear feet of 10-inch diameter force main to allow the abandonment of the Catawba River Waste Water Treatment Plant and the discharge of 250,000 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Marion's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 30, 2007 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Marion's Corpening Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0031879) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, for ColeBen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: McDowell County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0031879) Randall D. Hintz, PE Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES CITY OF MARION CATAWBA RIVER PUMP STATIONS AND FORCE MAINS MCDOWELL COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT NUMBER WQ0032508 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the -- application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 213 .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 Permit No `0100032508 City of Marian Catawba Fiver Purrip Stations & Force Mains McDowell CourIty:'L, 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection, facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: _ The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional ' Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 /VQ00325083 Cit�of Marion Catawba River PU= Stations & Force Mains McDowell County, Dec, 7 2007 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 7th day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for C ` een H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032508 3 Permit No.WQ0032508. City of Marion. Catawba River Pump Stations & Force Mains McDowell Count4L." ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: approximately 195 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer, 290 linear feet of 12-inch diameter gravity sewer, two 540 gpm duplex style sewage pumping stations, both with audible and visual high water alarms, permanently installed emergency power generators with Automatic Transfer Switches and telemetry, and 14, 933 linear feet of 10-inch diameter force main Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit;15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ......:.................................. . SEND THIS FORM & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 .......................................................... The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. Michael F. Easley, Governor x William G. Ross Jr., Secretary� North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources > I Coleen H. Sullins, Director z' .,.' Division of Water Quality Asheville December 10, 2007 Mr. Williams Evans, Manager MHB Associates Ill, LLC 4124 Club Drive Atlanta, Georgia 30319 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032509 MHB Associates III, LLC Town Place Condominiums Wastewater Collection System Extension Macon County Dear Mr. Evans:. In accordance with your application received on September 21, 2007, and subsequently resubmitted on November 13, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032509, dated December 10, 2007, to MHB Associates III, LLC for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send a copy of your contractor's "Notice to Proceed" to Roy Davis when you begin construction of this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. it shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org NOne orthCarol/ina 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 Naturally DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 J An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper MHB Associates III, LLC December 10, 2007 Pad. 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 MHB Associates Ill, LLC for the construction and operation of approximately 295 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer and 415 linear feet of 6-inch diameter gravity sewer to serve the Town Place Condominiums and the discharge of 6,600 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Highland's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on November 13, 2007 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast- Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Highlands Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0021407) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Macon County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0021407) Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Lee Whipple, PE PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES MHB ASSOCIATED III, LLC TOWN PLACE CONDOMINIUMS MACON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT WQ0032509 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in ' accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C. 1 Permit No. VVQ0032509. MHB Associates III, LLC, Town Place Condominiums Macon County Dec.10,. 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collecfi,. facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following_ 2 No WQ0032509 MHB Associates I►( LLC Town Place Condominiums, Macon County, Dec.10. 2007 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b_ Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part 11 of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 10th day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION or of en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032509 3 Permit No. W00032509, MHS Associates Ill, LLC, Town Place Condominiums, Macon County, Dec.10. 20 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: <t19r linear feet of 8-in i diameter gravity sewer andl 41 5 linear feet of 6-iinch diameter gravity ity sewer Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines)of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to,the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ....................._....... ..................... SEND THIS FORM & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ............................................................................................... The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considereda violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. /} Michael F.Easley,Governor Q� William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary t-- North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Alan W.Klimek,P.E.Director Division of Water Quality m December 10, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-0784 Version 3 Jackson County CERTIFIED MAIL: RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2196 Jim Bryson & Roland Pugh Post Office Box 246 Highlands, NC 28741 Subject Property: Slab Town Road Project Stormwater Extension Request Slab Town Road, Cashiers, NC Dear Mr. Bryson & Pugh : On December 6, 2007, the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) received your request for an extension of the stormwater plan submittal to 24 months. The condition in question reads as follows: 6. Written Stormwater Management Plan (Final Plan Needed) A final, written stormwater management plan (including a signed and notarized Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be submitted to the 401 Oversight and Express Permitting Unit (2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250, Raleigh, NC, 27604) within 60 days of the issuance of the 401 Water Quality Certification. The stormwater management plans shall be approved in writing by this Office before the impacts specified in your application may be performed. The stormwater management plan must include plans, specifications, and worksheets for stormwater management facilities that are appropriate for the surface water classification (ORW, Trout) and designed to remove at least 85% TSS according to the most recent version of the NC DENR Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual These facilities must be designed to treat the runoff from the entire project, unless otherwise explicitly approved by the Division of Water Quality. Also, before any permanent building is occupied at the subject site, the facilities (as approved by this Office) shall be constructed and operational, and the stormwater management plan (as approved by this Office) shall be implemented. The structural stormwater practices as approved by this Office as well as drainage patterns must be maintained in perpetuity. No changes to the structural stormwater practices shall be made without written authorization from the Division of Water Quality. NorthCarolina 401 Wetlands Certification Unit Naturalld./ 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-1786/FAX 919-733-6893/Internet:vvvvw.ncvvaterguality,orc; An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Slabtown Road Decembe In the case of this project, the Individual State Stormwater Permit is the plan which you., 401 Water Quality Certification is referring to. You must seek this through the Asheville . Regional Office. As the condition states that you cannot perform any of the approved wetland or stream impacts until such a time as your having an approved stormwater plan with signed operation agreements, extending the deadline for the submission of the stormwater plan submission date only delays your ability to perform whole site grading activities. This office needs a clearer understanding as to how the 24 month extension will benefit the project and allow for the project to meet it's Water Quality Certification conditions. Additionally, it is also the understanding of this office that the only real changes that need to be made to the Stormwater Management Plan are elevations. If this is the case, this office is more concerned that water moves through the treatment system and that the treatment is adequate to meet both the Surface Water Quality Standards and the issued 401 Water Quality Certification. Should elevation adjustments be necessary, you may submit your plan with the caveat that as-built drawings will be submitted showing the final elevations of all treatment units and any other minor necessary changes made during construction. Should you have any questions in the matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Starr Silvis or Mr. Kevin Barnett at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, �, - Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Unit Division of Water Quality J RD/khb cc: Victor Lofquist, P.E. Lofquists and Associates, Inc. 11 Citrus Drive Sylve, NC 28779 Pam Boaze Fish and Wildlife Associates Cyndi Karoly, DWQ Central Office Lori Beckwith, USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files C� Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary p North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 10, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1817 Jackson County CERTIFIED MAIL: RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2219 Lavergne Raia 5220 N. FL. 30" Terrace Lighthouse Point, Florida 33064 Subject Property: Lakeside Village, Lot 6 Glenville, NC REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION Dear Ms. Raia: On November 13, 2007, the NC Division of Water Quality received your new application for shoreline stabilization with respect to your property on Lake Glenville. Based on our review of your submitted application, the DWQ has determined that your application was incomplete and/or provided inaccurate information as discussed below. The DWQ will require additional information in order to process your application to impact protected wetlands and/or streams on the subject property. Therefore, unless we receive the additional information requested below, we will have to move toward denial of your application as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0506 and will place this project on hold as incomplete until we receive this additional information. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. 15A NCAC 02H .0506 (f) requires that "a lack of practical alternatives" be demonstrated. No discussion with respect to natural stabilization or lower impact stabilization have been discussed. Nofle rthCarolina 401 Wetlands Certification Unit Xaturallry 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-17861 FAX 919-733-6893/Internet:http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/riowetiands An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Janua. 2. In accordance with meetings with Duke Power Representatives during the spry. of 2004, photographs should accompany each application detailing the erodeo areas, site conditions, and provide a scale from which the Division of Water Quality can determine the extent of the eroded cut bank should accompany the submitted application. The submitted documentation provides no scale nor provides a compelling justification for the requested impacts. 3. Application Item II, 8. b. asks for a description of the existing vegetation within 50 feet of the edge of water. As Lake Glenville is classed Water Supply — III, B, Trout, HQW, there is a required 25 foot wooded trout buffer (15A NCAC 04B .0125) overlaid with a 30 foot vegetated Water Supply Watershed buffer (12A NCAC 02B .0215). A discussion as to how this will be maintained, enhanced should be provided You must provide a clear and concise response to the above listed deficiencies. Please respond before the close of business on January 7, 2007 by sending 5 copies of this information to both the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mrs. Cyndi Karoly 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 and a copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: i Kevin Barnett Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 If we do not hear from you before January 7, 2007, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. Donald Baurle Page 3of 3 January 16,2007 (his letter only addresses the application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized (at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Mr. Kevin Barnett at 828-296-4657 if you have any questions regarding or would like to set up a meeting to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section RCElkhb cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, Wildlife Resources Commission Lisa Leatherman, Duke Energy Lake Management 271 NP&L Loop Road Franklin, NC 28734 Cyndi Karoly, 401 /Wetlands Central Office File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1817.LavergnaRaia.Add-Info j Michael F.Easley,Governor Q(✓ William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary PNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 10, 2007 DWQ Project#07-1880 Jackson County CERTIFIED MAIL: RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2226 Rob Dolsak 10200 Pointview Court Orlando, Florida 32836 Subject Property: Lot 16, Unit 3, Strawberry Hill Glenville, NC REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION Dear Mr. Dolsak: On November 5, 2007, the NC Division of Water Quality received your new application for shoreline stabilization with respect to your property on Lake Glenville. Based on our review of your submitted application, the DWQ has determined that your application was incomplete and/or provided inaccurate information as discussed below. The DWQ will require additional information in order to process your application to impact protected wetlands and/or streams on the subject property. Therefore, unless we receive the additional information requested below, we will have to move toward denial of your application as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0506 and will place this project on hold as incomplete until we receive this additional information. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. 15A NCAC 02H .0506 (f) requires that "a lack of practical alternatives" be demonstrated. No discussion with respect to natural stabilization or lower impact stabilization have been discussed. NOne thCarolina 401 Wetlands Certification Unit NAt-ira l!!f 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-17861 FAX 919-733-68931 Internet:http://h2o.enr.state,nc.us/i)cwetiands An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycledl10%Post Consumer Paper Doi Pa. January 16,, 2. In accordance with meetings with Duke Power Representatives during the spring of 2004, photographs should accompany each application detailing the eroded areas, site conditions, and provide a scale from which the Division of Water Quality can determine the extent of the eroded cut bank should accompany the submitted application. The submitted documentation provides no scale nor provides a compelling justification for the requested impacts. 3. Application Item II, 8. b. asks for a description of the existing vegetation within 50 feet of the edge of water. As Lake Glenville is classed Water Supply — III, B, Trout, HQW, there is a required 25 foot wooded trout buffer (15A NCAC 04B .0125) overlaid with a 30 foot vegetated Water Supply Watershed buffer (12A NCAC 02B .0215). A discussion as to how this will be maintained, enhanced should be provided You must provide a clear and concise response to the above listed deficiencies. Please respond before the close of business on January 7, 2007 by sending 5 copies of this information to both the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mrs. Cyndi Karoly 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 and a copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Kevin Barnett Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 If we do not hear from you before January 7, 2007, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. Donald Baurle Page 3of 3 January 16,2007 This letter only addresses the application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized (at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Mr. Kevin Barnett at 828-296-4657 if you have any questions regarding or would like to set up a meeting to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section RCE/khb cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, Wildlife Resources Commission Lisa Leatherman, Duke Energy Lake Management 271 NP&L Loop Road Franklin, NC 28734 -- Cyndi Karoly, 401 /Wetlands Central Office File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1880.RobDolsak.Add-Info j�.. ��/ '� �'/ Michael F.Easley,Governor (i William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 4 per ° Coleen H.Sullins Director Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTON December 10, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1651 McDowell County Joseph Poats 338 South Sharon Amity Road, #311 Charlotte, North Carolina 28211 Subject Property: 1780 / Phase II 1 Lot #56 Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. Poats You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 165 linear feet of shoreline for the purpose of stabilization at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on September 28, 2007 and additional information received October 22, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3687 (GC3687). The Certifications) allows you to use Permit(s) GP30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and buffer regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: North Carolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)2964500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncvvatercl!1 ty.om FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-7748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Decem 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Plan Location or Reference Approved (Units) Shoreline 165 (linear feet) A 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation,. and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. Joseph Poats Page 3 of 5 December 10,2007 4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Riprap Installation All banks shall be laid back at a 2:1 (length : height) slope and riprap applied at the water / land interface (at full pool). Riprap shall be placed as a linear protective measure upon the regraded slopes. Stone used in stabilization shall be at least Class B riprap in size with at least 2 boulders per 100 linear feet of up to 6 feet in diameter to provide additional wildlife habitat. The rip-rap shall be installed over a toed in filter fabric to prevent soil erosion behind the stabilized area. All exposed soils, above the Riprap stabilized area, to a distance of 30 feet from the top of bank shall be replanted in accordance with the attached Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration. This authorization shall in no way be construed as allowing the installation of a bulkhead or seawall. 7. Heavy Equipment Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. 8. Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it will not re-concentrate before being discharged. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this Office. December" 9. Catawba River Buffer Tree Protection Catawba Buffer Tree Protection No trees shall be removed from Zone 1 of the Catawba Buffer unless they are directly within the construction access corridor. If trees are removed, forested vegetation shall be re-established within the construction access or other temporary impact area occurring in the protected buffer zone within the next growing season following construction of the project-, Grading and Revegetation within Zone 2 The plans provided along with the application depict grading activities within Zone 2 of the protected buffer. This activity is designated as "exempt' under the Buffer Rule provided that fill is not placed in Zone 1, diffuse flow is maintained as per the Buffer Rule, the disturbed areas are stabilized and revegetated, and the health of the existing vegetation in Zone 1 is not compromised. Please see attached Catawba Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 02B .0243). As McDowell County has a delegated buffer Program, please feel free to contact the McDowell County Planning Office for further clarification. 10. No Impacts Beyond those in Application No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre- construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 11. Deed Notifications Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all retained jurisdictional wetlands, waters and protective buffers in order to assure compliance for future wetland, water and buffer impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place prior to impacting any wetlands, waters and/or buffers approved for impact under this Certification Approval and Authorization Certificate. A sample deed notification can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. The text of the sample deed notification may be modified as appropriate to suit to this project. Joseph Poats Page 5 of 5 December 10,2007 Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at either Kevin Barnett(c�ncmail.net or at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, +- Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality CHS Enclosures: GC 3687 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration 15A NCAC 02B .0243 cc: Carissa Castle, Bennick Grading and Excavating 1769 Waterford Way Morganton, NC 28655 USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1651.PoatsProperty.Approval �'/J. �',,. \� Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality Vi .t ,= December 10, 2007 DWQ Project# 06-1046.Version 2 Madison County Rick Busey Haw Mountain Enterprises, LLC Post Office Box 864 Weaverville, NC 28787 Subject Property: Scenic Wolf Airport Scenic Wolf Laurel, Madison County Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. Busey: This Authorization is being reissued to address the expired, previously issued, 401 Water Quality Certification. You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 0.32 acres of wetlands and 156 linear feet of streams for the purpose of property development at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on July 3, 2006. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3705 (GC3705). The Certification(s) allows you to use Nationwide Permit(s) 29 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, stormwater, and buffer regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the activities described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: NorthCarolina 401 Wetlands Certification Unit Naturall1l 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-17861 FAX 919-733-68931 Internet:http Nh2o enr.state nc.u-S%ncivetl and s An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycledil0%Post Consumer Paper ScerA.. Decembei. 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved Plan Location or Reference (Units) Wetland 1 0.04 (acres) Fill Wetland 2 0.05 (acres) Fill UT to Puncheon Fork 122 (linear feet) Culvert UT to Puncheon Fork 34 linear feet) Culvert 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most J recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. Scenic Wolf Laurel Page 3 of 8 December 10,2007 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 40.1/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Stream Stabilization (Final Plan Needed) Before any of the.impacts authorized in this Certification occur, you must provide and receive written approval from this Office for a final stream restoration plan for the stream segments which currently flow downslope of the proposed runway, impacted by the previous logging operation. The plan must include designs and specifications that meet the definition of stream restoration (or enhancement if no relocation is proposed) according to the latest version of the Internal Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina (available at http://h2o.ehnr.state.nc.us/ncwetiands/strmgide.html). The stream and buffer relocation must be constructed, maintained, and monitored according to the plans approved by this Office. Any repairs or adjustments to the site must be made according to the approved plans or must receive written approval from this Office to make the repairs or adjustments. The created stream must be preserved in perpetuity by use of a conservation easement or other similar mechanism as part of this approval. A. Deed Restrictions — Deed restrictions or similar mechanisms shall be placed on the lot / lots to assure compliance with the conditions of this variance approval. These mechanisms shall be put in place prior to Sceii December. impacting any waters or buffers. The Deed Restrictions shall include t, following paragraph. "The areas shown on the recorded plat as Riparian Buffer Protection Areas shall be maintained in perpetuity in their natural or mitigated condition. No person or entity shall fill, grade, excavate, or perform any other land disturbing activities; nor cut, remove, or harm any vegetation; nor construct any structures or add any additional impervious surfaces, on such protected areas without written authorization from the Division of Water Quality (DWQ). This covenant is intended to ensure continued compliance with authorizations issued by the State of North Carolina, Division of Water Quality, DWQ Project Number 03-1030, and therefore may be enforced by the State of North Carolina. This covenant is to run with the land, and shall be binding on the Owner, and all parties claiming under it." All Deed Restrictions shall be recorded with the County Records Office within 30 days of issuance of this authorization and copies be submitted to this office within 30 days of recording. B. Riparian Buffer Protection Areas — The "Riparian Buffer Protection Areas" shall include all restored riparian buffers as a condition of this approval. (25 linear feet from top of bank on both sides of all jurisdictional streams and around all wetlands). 7. Diffuse Flow Devices shall be constructed such that the discharge of any flows less that the 10 year storm event shall not be discharged at erosive velocities. All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered to remove nitrogen. These devices will require additional approval from this Office. 8. Protective Fencing The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the construction corridor within these boundaries approved under this authorization shall be clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or similar high visibility material) for the areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer, wetland or water prior to any land disturbing activities. Scenic Wolf Laurel Page 5 of 8 December 10,2007 9. Turbidity Standard The turbidity standard of 10 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate sediment and erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard. Continuous monitoring by onsite, calibrated, continuous recording, equipment must be performed both upstream and downstream of any instream work. The results of this monitoring must be submitted along with the below required stability monitoring. Additionally, should the results indicate a violation of the turbidity standard, all work shall cease until such a point the measures are implemented to protect surface waters form further violations. 10.Construction Stormwater Permit NCG010000 Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division of Land Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control program, an NPDES General stormwater permit (NCG010000) administered by DWQ is automatically issued to the project. This General Permit allows stormwater to be discharged during land disturbing construction activities as stipulated by conditions in the permit. If your project is covered by this permit [applicable to construction projects that disturb one (1) or more acres], full compliance with permit conditions including the sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting requirements are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at http-//h2o enrstate.nc.us/su/Forms Documents.htm. 11.Temporary Fills All temporary fill and culverts shall be removed and the impacted area returned to the original grade, including each stream's original cross sectional dimensions, planform pattern, and longitudinal bed and bed profile after construction is complete or within 6 months of the establishment of the crossing, which ever is sooner, and the various sites shall be stabilized with natural woody vegetation (except for the maintenance areas of permanent utility crossings) and restored to prevent erosion. If the crossings are not completely removed and restored as described above within the specified time above, additional written approval from this Office must be obtained to modify this condition. 12.Culvert Installation Culverts required for this project shall be installed in such a manner that the original stream profiles are not altered. Existing stream dimensions (including the cross section dimensions, pattern, and longitudinal profile) must be maintained Sce,. Decembe. above and below locations of each culvert. Culverts shall be designed installed to allow for aquatic life movement as well as to prevent head cutting of t,. streams. If any of the existing pipes are or become perched, the appropriate stream grade shall be re-established or, if the pipes installed in a perched manner, the pipes shall be removed and re-installed correctly. Culvert(s) shall not be installed in such a manner that will cause aggradation or erosion of the stream up or down stream of the culvert(s). Existing stream dimensions (including the cross section dimensions, pattern and longitudinal profile) shall be maintained above and below locations of each culvert. Therefore, you must provide plans with adequate details that indicate that the current stability of the stream will be maintained or enhanced. You must receive written approval from this Office for the above plans before the culvert(s) is installed. Culvert(s) must be installed according to approved plans. The establishment of native, woody vegetation and other soft stream bank stabilization techniques must be used instead of rip rap or other bank hardening methods. If rip-rap is necessary, it shall not be placed in the stream bed, unless specifically approved by the Division of Water Quality. 13.Riparian Zone Replanting Replanting of vegetation within disturbed areas located within 25 feet of the streambank or wetland edges, associated with any land disturbing activity, repair, replacement and/or maintenance must be done in a manner consistent with the Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration immediately following construction. (Please see attached.) 17.In stream construction and disturbance shall be prohibited within 25 feet of the top of banks except where permitted crossings will occur. 14.If concrete is used during construction (e.g., headwalls), a dry work area must be maintained to prevent direct contact between curing concrete and stream water. Water that inadvertently contacts live concrete should not be discharged to surface waters due to the potential for water chemistry change and a fish kill. Any impact areas due to grading for impervious structures (such as driveways / runways / taxiways) shall utilize retaining walls as opposed to fill slopes to minimize impacts. 15.Rock, sand, or other materials should not be dredged from the stream channels except in the immediate vicinity of the crossings. Instream dredging has severe effects on aquatic life and disturbance of the natural form of the channel can cause downstream erosion problems. The natural dimension, pattern, and profile of the channels adjacent to the crossings should not be modified by widening or changing their depths. 16.Sandbags, flexible pipe, or other diversion structures should be used to avoid excavation in flowing water. Materials used for flow diversions must be removed from the stream bed after completing the construction work. Any diversion channels must be lined with fabric and/or rock. Scenic Wolf Laurel Page 7 of 8 December 10,2007 _)torm water from roads / driveways / impervious areas throughout the project should be directed to vegetated buffer areas (e.g. level spreaders) or retention basins and not routed directly to streams. Drop inlets on streams must not be constructed. 18.Any riprap placed for inlet or outlet stabilization should be clean and limited to the stream bank below the high water mark and vegetation should be used above. Rip rap must not be placed in stream channels in a manner that obstructs fish passage. 19.All crossings should be constructed as close to perpendicular to the stream channels as possible to minimize stream and buffer disturbance. Road and utility alignments should be set-back as far as possible from stream channels to minimize sedimentation and buffer disturbance. 20.All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly, to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 21.The remaining lengths of streams, wetlands and riparian areas on the tract should be protected in either their existing or improved state (i.e. with native vegetation reestablished where absent) in perpetuity from fill, vegetation removal, and other forms of disturbance with deed restrictions or similar instrument. A riparian buffer width of 25 feet is minimally consistent with the "trout buffer rule", but wider buffers are recommended to provide more water quality and habitat functions. 22.All jurisdictional waters on the site shall be inspected weekly for stability (longitudinal profile, cross sectional dimension, and pattern) and a monthly report submitted to the Asheville Regional Office within 15 days of the end of each month. 23.Bottomless Culverts must span from high bank to high bank. The digging of footers which change the flow of the stream, or otherwise impact the natural course on the stream are prohibited. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. Sce., Decemb&' This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Cyndi Karoly in the Central Office in Raleigh at 919-733-9721 or Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at either Kevin.Barnettancmail.net or at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality AW K/khb Enclosures: GC 3705 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office Cyndi Karoly, DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 06-1046Version2.ScenicWolfAirport.approval Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins Director � 16 . Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTON December 10, 2007 DWQ Project# 07-1798 Macon County Elizabeth Lawrence 603 Hemlock Hills Drive Franklin, North Carolina 28734 Subject Property: 342 Arrowhead Crossing, Lake Nantahala Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mrs. Lawrence: You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact approximately 100 linear feet of shoreline for the purpose of stabilization at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on September 28, 2007 and additional information received October 22, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3687 (GC3687). The Certification(s) allows you to use Permit(s) GP30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and buffer regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: NorthCarolina Xatuwllb( North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)2964500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwatercuality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-7748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycledl10%Post Consumer Paper D 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other spec:, and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met., No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Plan Location or Reference Approved (Units) Shoreline 100 (linear feet) A 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all. specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolinas Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. Elizabeth Lawrence Page 3 of S December 10, 2007 No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Riprap Installation All banks shall be laid back at a 2:1 (length : height) slope and riprap applied at the water / land interface (at full pool). Riprap shall be placed as a linear protective measure upon the regraded slopes. Stone used in stabilization shall be at least Class B riprap in size with at least 2 boulders per 100 Linear feet of up to 6 feet in diameter to provide additional wildlife habitat. The rip-rap shall be installed over a toed in filter fabric to prevent soil erosion behind the stabilized area. All exposed soils, above the Riprap stabilized area, to a distance of 30 feet from the top of bank shall be replanted in accordance with the attached Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration. This authorization shall in no way be construed as allowing the installation of a bulkhead or seawall. 7. Heavy Equipment Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. 8. Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it will not re-concentrate before being discharged. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this Office. Dec, 9. No Impacts Beyond those in Application No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or. riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre- construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 11. Deed Notifications Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all retained jurisdictional wetlands, waters and protective buffers in order to assure compliance for future wetland, water and buffer impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place prior to impacting any wetlands, waters and/or buffers approved for impact under this Certification Approval and Authorization Certificate. A sample deed notification can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. The text of the sample deed notification may be modified as appropriate to suit to this project. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA `-' Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. Elizabeth Lawrence Page 5 of 5 December 10, 2007 ,is letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of ,ne Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at either Kevin.BarnettQncmail.net or at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, a Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality CHS Enclosures: GC 3687 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1798.LawrenceProperty.Approval Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources ... Coleen H.Sullins,Director s Division of Water Quality a� December 10, 2007 Mr. Mike Pettyjohn,P.E. Division Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation Post Office Box 250 North Wilkesboro,North Carolina 28659 Subject: Inspection US Highway 321 DWQ Project No. 041246 TIP No. R-2237B Caldwell County Dear Mr. Pettyjohn: On November 28, 2007,1 visually inspected the construction work on US Highway 321 in Caldwell County and the project appeared to be in good shape. Construction work is progressing mainly at the northern end of the project. The erosion and sedimentation control structures,vegetative covering,mulching and matting appear to be working properly. Binder paving has been completed on approximately one half of the project and completed areas appear to be in good shape. Please continue to ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and that seeding and mulching are performed as needed to protect downstream waters. A copy of the inspection report is attached to this letter. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Frank Gioscio,P.E. Heath Slaughter,Division 11, DEO Neil Trivette, Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Niki Maher,NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit Mike Parker, Asheville Regional Office o",e NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R. Parker Date: December 7,2007 County: Caldwell Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 11 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 041246 NW Permit#: IP Project Name: U S Highwav 321 Widening Location of Project: US 321 approx. 5 miles North of Lenoir to South of Blowing Rock,NC Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Quality Concerns (DWQ): ❑ Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert X❑ Turbidity ❑ Bottomless Culvert ❑ Evidence of spills ❑ Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste X❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑ Fill ❑ Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑ Bank Stabilization X❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes [—]No Est linear ft/ acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/ acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation ❑Prohibited \\ � _..... �` \_i, \�� DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Rocky Cove Creek, Greenfield Branch,unnamed tributary to Puncheon Camp Creek,unnamed tributary to Right Fork Mulberry Creek, unnamed tributary to Left Fork Mulberry Creek Basin/ Subbasin: CTB-030831 Yadkin-030701 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B 0303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW X❑HQW ❑WS-I X❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/10"' acre X❑1/1Ith to 1/3rd acre 0.16 acres ❑1/3rd to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Compliance Issues Identified: ❑Yes X❑No Compliance issues identified: ❑Yes [:]No If yes, complete the section below: Project appeared to be in good condition. Sediment and erosion control program appears to be in good shape. Seeding, mulching and matting continues in construction areas that have been completed. All fill areas appear to be in good condition. The main work area is the large rock cut, at the S-curves, near the top of the project. No work is presently taking place at the lower end of the project. Some minor sediment and erosion control work needs to be performed. Approximately one half of the roadway has been paved. The stream relocation work has been completed across from the field office. Please continue to maintain sediment and erosion control devices and continue with seeding and mulching to protect state surface waters. i �'_.,. �`J i Michael F.Easley,Governor f ✓_ William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 10, 2007 Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. Division Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection US Highway 64 Widening-Relocation DWQ Project No. 041594 R-977A Cherokee County Dear Mr. Setzer: On November 14, 2007,I visually inspected the construction work on the US Highway 64 project near Murphy in Cherokee County. It appears that the construction work is continuing in the Martin's Creek and Hiwassee River areas. All waste areas appear to be in good condition. Approximately one half of the project has been paved. Please continue to maintain the sediment and erosion control structures so that State surface waters can be protected. Specific items are listed in the attached inspection report. If you have questions,please call me at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, s Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Mark Davis,Division 14, DEO Trent Anderson,Resident Engineer Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Niki Maher,NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit Mike Parker, Asheville Regional Office N rthCarolina �7Vaturally /North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker 71 Date: December 7,2007 County: Cherokee Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 04-1594 NW Permit#:1 IP#: 3457 Project Name: U S Hiv-hwav 64 Relocation Location of Project: From U S 74/19/129 in Murphy to east of NC 141 in Peachtree,N C Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities (DOT): Water Quality Concerns (DWQ): X❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert ❑ Turbidity ❑ Bottomless Culvert ❑ Evidence of spills ❑ Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E & S control measures ❑ Borrow Pit ❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑ Fill X❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑ Buffer Impacts (see below) ❑ Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑ yes X❑ no Estimated Acres ❑Zone 1 Est Acres ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ =ac Zone 2: ❑Yes [—]No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation ❑Prohibited /�-_. 1 �' �,i DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Unnamed tributaries to Hiwassee River,Hampton Creek,Martin Creek, McComb Branch and Hampton Creek Basin/Subbasin: Hiwassee 040502 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I X❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/101h acre ❑1/11`h to 1/3`d acre X❑1/3`d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet Looked at entire project. Project appears to be in good shape. Work continues at the cut site near Martins Creek. Waste areas appear to be in good shape. Binder paving had been completed on approximately one half of the project. Some shoulder work was being performed. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required. The project looked good overall. Project is approximately 70%complete. �`��i / -_- �� ATL�j9 Michael F.Easley,Governor QG William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary rNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources .� Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 10,2007 John and Suzanne Pruett 1 Riverbend Drive Asheville,North Carolina 28803 Subject: Wastewater Treatment System Options - Recommendation Dear Mr. And Mrs.Pruett: This letter is offered as additional recommendation to explore an alternative on-site wastewater treatment system for your residence. Discussions held between Asheville regional office staff from the Divisions of Water Quality and Environmental Health and the Buncombe County Health Center have led to this communication. DWQ recommends the completion and submittal of an Application Improvement Pern2it/Construction Authorization with the Buncombe County Health Center for a new septic system at your residence(see enclosed). Visual evaluation of your property seems to indicate that it may be possible to install a septic tank with a pump system and nitrification field. Submittal of the application, along with the applicable fee, will provide the opportunity for Buncombe County Environmental Health staff to evaluate the soil and site conditions on your property and make a determination as to wastewater disposal system options for your home. If approved,construction of anew septic system would allow you to discontinue use of the current jet-aeration wastewater treatment system and apply to rescind the associated NPDES permit. Upon receiving this letter,it is suggested you contact Ken Castelloe of the Buncombe County Environmental Health Center at phone number 828-250-6900 for further explanation regarding the permitting possibilities and process. Please contact me at the phone number below,if you have any questions or concerns in this matter that I might assist you with. Sincerely, Chuck Cranford Environmental Specialist ENC: Application for Construction Authorization Instructions CC: Ken Castelloe—Buncombe County NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer 50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper �\ �t �.�� r � \ E:�:J:! ,JATF�4 Michael F.Easley,Governor Q� William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary i North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources > (y Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 10, 2007 Gordon and Kimberly Patrizio 6 Riverbend Drive Asheville,North Carolina 28803 Subject: Wastewater Treatment System Options -Recommendation Dear Mr. And Mrs.Patrizio: This letter is offered as additional recommendation to explore an alternative on-site wastewater treatment system for your residence. Discussions held between Asheville regional office staff from the Divisions of Water Quality and Environmental Health and the Buncombe County Health Center have led to this communication. DWQ recommends the completion and submittal of an Application Improvement Permit/Construction Authorization with the Buncombe County Health Center for a new septic system at your residence(see enclosed). Visual evaluation of your property seems to indicate that it may be possible to install a septic tank with a pump system and nitrification field. Submittal of the application, along with the applicable fee, will provide the opportunity for Buncombe County Environmental Health staff to evaluate the soil and site conditions on your property and make a determination as to wastewater disposal system options for your home. If approved, construction of a new septic system would allow you to discontinue use of the current jet-aeration wastewater treatment system and apply to rescind the associated NPDES permit. Upon receiving this letter,it is suggested you contact Ken Castelloe of the Buncombe County Environmental Health Center at phone number 828-250-6900 for further explanation regarding the permitting possibilities and process. Please contact me at the phone number below,if you have any questions or concerns in this matter that I might assist you with. Sincerely, Chuck Cran ord Environmental Specialist ENC: Application for Construction Authorization Instructions CC: Ken Castelloe—Buncombe County 1VoirthCarolina . �lltlfPll��l,' North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Michael F.Easley,Governor xC% William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources * [ � Coleen H.Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality December 11, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1838 Buncombe County Seth Hendler- Voss City of Asheville Post Office Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802 Subject Property: Stream Stabilization Project Reed Creek Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. Hendler- Voss: You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 40 linear feet of streams for the purpose of stabilization at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on October 30, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3689 (GC3689). The Certification(s) allows you to use Nationwide Permit(s) 27 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, stormwater, and buffer regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: 401 Wetlands Certification Unit NonGrtllCR��I/a 1650 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2321 Crabtree Boulevard,Suite 250,Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-733-17861 FAX 919-733-68931 Internet:http:ilh2o.enr.state.nc.usrncwetiands An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper City, Pa Novembers 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Plan Location or Reference Approved (Units) Stream 40 (feet) Reed Creek 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. City of Asheville Page 3 of 3 November 2,2007 4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Sediment and erosion control measures must be implemented prior to construction and maintained on the sites to minimize sediment in downstream areas. Seeding for a temporary cover of wheat, millet; or similar annual grain or permanent herbaceous cover should occur on all bare soil within five (5) days of ground disturbing activities _ to provide long-term erosion control. The projects should be accomplished in stages instead of leaving large tracts exposed to further storm events. Erosion control matting should be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils in steep slope and riparian areas, unless authorized under Division of Land Resources Erosion and Sediment Control approval. Matting should be secured in place with staples, stakes, or, wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and tall fescue should not be used in riparian areas. In addition, because of an anticipated difficulty in establishing ground cover during the winter, reseeding should be conducted, as necessary, in the spring-time with a native annual and perennial seed mix with a temporary nursery crop of wheat, millet or other grain. 7. Only clean, large, angular rock, large woody material, or other natural stream design materials and techniques should be used for bank stabilization. Rock should not be placed in the stream channel in a manner that constricts stream flow or that will impede aquatic Fife movements during low flow conditions. Filter cloth should be placed behind large rock that is used for bank stabilization. Properly designed rock vanes should be constructed wherever appropriate on bank stabilization and channel realignment stream reaches to improve channel stability and to improve aquatic habitat. Root wads should be installed low enough in the bank so that a significant portion (at least one-third) the root wad is inundated during normal flows. city PL November 8. The channel must be restored to a more stable condition. However, under no circumstances should river rock, sand or other materials be dredged (excavated) from the stream channel under authorization of this permit except, if necessary, in the immediate vicinity of the eroding banks for the explicit purpose of anchoring stabilizing or flow/grade control structures or for re-establishing the natural and more stable stream channel dimensions. Streambed materials are unstable in flowing-water situations and are unsuitable for bank stabilization. Stream dredging has catastrophic effects on aquatic life and disturbance of the natural form of the stream channel can cause downstream erosion problems. The natural dimension, pattern, and profile of the stream upstream and downstream of the permitted area should not be modified by widening the stream channel or changing its depth. 9. Stabilization measures should only be applied on or near existing erosion sites, leaving other stable stream bank areas in a natural condition. Grading and backfilling should be minimized and tree and shrub growth should be retained where possible to ensure long term availability of stream bank cover for aquatic life and wildlife. Backfill materials should be obtained from upland sites except in cases where excess stream bed materials are available. Berms are not permitted because they block the floodplain, constrict and accelerate flood flows, and often fail or impede drainage during large flood events. 10.Repairs to eroded banks should be conducted in a dry work area where possible. Sandbags or other clean diversion structures should be used where possible to minimize excavation in flowing water. Channel realignments should be constructed by excavating the new channel from downstream to upstream before connecting it to the old channel. 11.Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. 12.Riparian Zone Replanting Replanting of vegetation within disturbed areas located within 25 feet of the streambank associated with any land disturbing activity, repair, replacement and/or maintenance must be done in a manner consistent with the Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration immediately following construction. (Please see attached.)Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration. (http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/pdf/buffers.pd ) City of Asheville Page 5 of 3 November 2,2007 3.Monitoring The Permittee shall examine the stabilization work done under this Certification on an annual basis for five (5) years following the completion of the restoration efforts. This field evaluation should note the condition and stability of the measures installed and how well the installation is holding up. A written report must be provided to DWQ's Asheville Regional Office by June 1st of each year. The report must describe inspection results, include digital photographs, list the date of inspection, and describe any needed repairs or corrections and provide a timeline for implementing these repairs.. 14.The permittee will provide on-site supervision of all stability work including, but not limited to bank re-sloping, in-stream structure placement, and riparian zone re- establishment, by an appropriately trained (in the science of stream restoration) individual. 15.Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected riparian zones such that it will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream. 16.Turbidity Standard The turbidity standard of 10 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate sediment and erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. city't-, Pa. November 2,, This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality CHS1khb Enclosures: GC3689 Certificate of Completion Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration cc: Jon Calabria NCSU Water Quality Group Campus Box 7637 Raleigh, NC 27695 USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ Asheville Regional Office DLR Asheville Regional Office File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1838.Reed C reek.Stream Resto ratio n.Approval Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary M North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality rv.. . December 11, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7006 3450 0002 7064 2233 Mr. Thomas E. Hartye, PE Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County 2028 Riverside Drive Asheville, North Carolina 28804 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Permit No. WQCS00004 Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County (MSD) MSD Collection System Buncombe County Dear Mr Hartye: A review has been conducted of the MSD's Collection System self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in the MSD's Collection System Permit (WQCS00004) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation is summarized below: NOV# Violation Location Violation Date Type NOV-2007-DV-0331 11/19/2007 134 Merchant Street Discharge Without Valid Permit The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should take remedial action in response to this incidents. Remedial action should include identification of the cause of the SSO and implementation of all measures necessary to prevent recurrence. NorthCarolina North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Natullaily Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Please note that due to the continued high numbers of SSOs in North Carolina the Division has implemented a new SSO enforcement policy that became effective on May 15, 2007. Between May 15, 2007, and June 1, 2007 the Division of Water Quality contacted collection system operators to inform them of this policy. Beginning June 1, 2007 and lasting through December 1, 2007 any reportable SSO will result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation (NOV). Beginning on December 1, 2007 civil penalties will be assessed for SSOs based on volume, volume reaching surface waters, duration, gravity, impacts to public health, fish kills, or recreation area closures. Other factors considered in determining the amount of the civil penalty are the violator's spill history, the cost of rectifying the damage, whether the spill was intentional and whether money was saved by non-compliance. If you have any question regarding this NOV or our policy relating to issuance of NOVs or Civil Penalties for SSOs please contact Roy Davis in our Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor ' Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: PERCS Unit Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Barry Cook, CSORC, MSD Roy Davis Michael F.Easley,Governor u G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary pNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �r a Coleen H.Sullins,Director ., � Division of Water Quality December 11, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2240 Mr. Lamar Nix, Public Works Director Town of Highlands Post Office Box 460 Highlands, North Carolina 28741 Subject: Fast-Track Application Return Town of Highlands Chambers Properties Macon County Dear Mr. Nix: Attached herewith is the Fast-Track Sewer Application submitted by the Town of Highlands seeking permission to construct a sewer system to serve the Chambers Properties. The application is being returned for the following reasons: (1) By Act of the North Carolina General Assembly, effective September 1, 2007, Fast-Track Permit processing fees were increased from $400 to $480. When resubmitting the application please submit a single check made out to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources in the amount of $480. (2) Section C-1 was not complete so as to tell me why the stream classification is not needed. (3) The Fast-Track Application form you submitted has been replaced. The next time the Town submits an Application please use the updated version which is available on the Division's web site. I look forward to receiving a completed application. Please do not hesitate to call me at 828/296-4659 should you wish to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roy M. Davis Environmental Engineer cc: Manfred F. Judernatz, PE o� NorthCarolina INaturallry North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.ncwaterqualo.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX (828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper ��� r �/� ��`, \_;�; Q Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary �7^ North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Alan W.Klimek,P.E.Director Division of Water Quality December 11, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2202 Mr. Lok King Kong P.O. Box 756 Murphy,North Carolina 28906 Subject: Notice of Continuing Violations and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2007-PC-0809 NCR000581 US Highway 60 South 87-Acre Development Construction Stormwater Permit—NCGO 10000 401 Certification and Water Quality Violations Cherokee County Dear Mr. Kong: On December 4, 2007, Linda Wiggs from the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) conducted a site inspection for the tract/project located on US Highway 60 South. The observations made during the site visit were consistent with the previous observations cited in the issued Notice of Violation dated February 8, 2006. In an effort to help you find resolution in this matter,this agency offers the following as a suggested course of action; 1. You must retain the services of a qualified wetland and stream consultant who is familiar with the ecosystems of western North Carolina. The consultant's experience should include success in submitting Jurisdictional Determinations to both the US Army Corps of Engineers and the NC Division of Water Quality. The consultant will need to conduct a complete survey of the subject property. The survey must include delineation of all jurisdictional waters, including all "waters of the US" and all "waters of the State", located on the subject property. Of particular interest is the area draining to the ponds, and the area adjacent to the lower pond. The consultant must then submit a complete jurisdictional map to both the US Army Corps of Engineers, and to DWQ. 2. Upon receiving back an agreed upon Jurisdictional Determination map from both agencies, the consultant will then need to prepare an"after-the-fact" 404/401 application for the following: o Restoration of the upper pond to a natural stream/wetland system. o Modification of the lower pond spillway structure to include a mid-column release structure - o Permit the fill of adjacent wetlands associated with modification of the lower pond. o Should the lower pond exceed 150 linear feet of earthen stream fill or 0.1 acre of earthen wetland fill, a mitigation plan shall be developed with would offset the DWQ anti-degradation policy. Please refer to: http://www.saw.usace.army.mil/wetlands/mitigation/mitplan.html NoAhcarolina ,Naturally Vorth Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycledl10%Post Consumer Paper Kong Property US, Decem6. o Place legally protective mechanisms on all remaining waters (Streams and wetlands) along with woody buffers such that future impacts will not be allowed. o Develop a monitoring plan for stream stability, riparian plant survivability, wetland hydrology, and wetland plant survivability, for a period of no less than 5 years from completion of any proposed restoration work. o Include a timeline with performance dates for the completion of each task in the above items such that the issued 401 shall resolve the Issued NOV. Since the time of the DWQ's last inspection the subject property has received an approval of and Erosion and Sedimentation Control plan. A construction stormwater general permit (NCGO10000) is issued upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan. This permit applies to projects that receive a Division of Land Resources(DLR) (or local delegated program) Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan for land disturbance of 1 acre or greater. Specifically, the General Permit (NCG010000) authorizes the discharge of stormwater under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) in accordance with Title 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 21-1:0100. The Division of Land Quality has notified this office that you have an approved Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan as of May 1, 2006. Adherence to the approved Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan is an enforceable component of the General Permit. Therefore, you are in violation with the Division of Water Quality for failure to adhere to the approved Plan. The General Permit not only requires that you follow the specifications of the approved Plan, but also includes inspection and record keeping requirements for the project site. Some of the other major permit requirements are outlined below. A full copy of this permit (NCG010000) may be obtained on line at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/documents/NCGO1-Reissue- 2006 2008.pdf or at your request. 1. A rain gauge must be maintained on site and a record of the rainfall amounts and dates shall be kept by the permittee. 2. The permittee must inspect all erosion and sedimentation control measures at least once every seven calendar days [more often in some areas (Part I, Section B-1)] and within 24 hours after any storm event of greater than 0.5 inches of rain per 24-hour period. 3. Stormwater runoff discharges must be inspected by observation for stormwater discharge characteristics as defined in the permit (Part 1, Section B-2) at least once every seven calendar days [more often in some areas (Part 1, Section B-1)] and within 24 hours after any storm event of greater than 0.5 inches of rain per 24-hour period to evaluate the effectiveness of the pollution control facilities or practices. 4. The permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information for a period of at least 5 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application (Part 1, Section B-3; Part II, Section D-3). This Office requests that you respond to this letter in writing within 15 days of receipt of this Notice. Your response should address the following items: I. Describe measures taken to satisfy the requirements of the NPDES General Permit as listed in items 1 through 4 above. If no measures have been taken, please explain why and discuss how these requirements will be met in the future. G:\WPDATA\DEMWQ\Cherokee\401s\Kong NOV-2007-PC-0809.doc Kong Property US Highway 60 South Notice of Violation Page 3 of 3 December 11,2007 i rovide this office with copies of all monitoring logs, rainfall data, maintenance activities and observations for four weeks prior to the date of this letter. If these are not available, please explain why and discuss how these requirements will be met in the future. IIl. Provide this office with the name of your qualified stream and wetland consultant. Your response must include an implementation schedule to address the items bulleted on page one of this letter. This Office requests that you respond to this letter in writing within 15 days of Receipt of this Notice. Your response should be sent to the following: • Ms. Linda Wiggs, of the Division of Water Quality, Asheville Regional Office (at the letterhead address) and to • Mr. John Hennessy of the DWQ NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,NC 27699-1617. Violations, and any future violations are subject to civil penalty assessments of up to $25,000.00 per day for each violation. In your written response,you must clearly address the items listed above. By copy of this Notice of Violation, I am hereby requesting that the County Building Inspectors Office not issue any permits for this site until it is brought into compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. By providing the above listed response items, and working with the DWQ in this matter, we should be able to resolve this Notice of Violation upon the issuance of the State's 401 Water Quality Certification and upon your compliance with the NCG010000 permit conditions. Should you have any questions regarding these matters,please contact Linda Wiggs or myself at(828)296-4657 Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section CC: ARO -Division of Land Resources ARO—Division of Water Quality DWQ -NPS Compliance and Assistance Unit John Hennessy Cherokee County Building Inspections Office Lori Beckwith, US Army Corps of Engineers Chuck Wakild—Division of Water Quality Central Files G:\WPDATA\DEMWQ\Cherokee\401s\Kong NOV-2007-PC-0809.doc J',I A T Michael F.Easley,Governor �i William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary 7 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �u Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 11, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2271 Mr. Lee Smith, Utilities Director City of Hendersonville Post Office Box 1760 Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 Subject: Fast-Track Application Return City of Hendersonville Chestnut Grove Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: Attached herewith is the Fast-Track Sewer Application submitted by the City of Hendersonville seeking permission to construct a sewer system to serve Chestnut Grove. The application is being returned for the following reasons: (1) By Act of the North Carolina General Assembly, effective September 1, 2007, Fast-Track Permit processing fees were increased from $400 to $480. When resubmitting the application please submit a single check made out to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources in the amount of $480. (2) The Fast-Track Application form you submitted has been replaced by a newer version. The next time the City submits an Application please use the updated version which is available on the Division's web site. I look forward to receiving a completed application. Please do not hesitate to call me at 828/296-4659 should you wish to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roy M. avis Environmental Engineer cc: John B. Jeter II, PE NorthCarolina NaturallY North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX (828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary C! North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources a$ Coleen H.Sullins, Director --q Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office �r SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 11, 2007 Mr. Don Danford, Water Resources Director City of Morganton Post Office Box 3448 Morganton, North Carolina 28680-3448 Subject: City of Morganton Compliance Evaluation Inspection Permit No. WQCS00028 Wastewater Collection System Burke County Dear Mr. Danford: Attached is the report resulting from the City of Morganton's Collection System Permit Compliance Evaluation Inspection which I conducted on December 5, 2007. Morganton is doing a fine job of operating and maintaining its wastewater collection system and maintaining records supporting same. (1) The City's wastewater collection system Capital Improvements Plan (CIP) needs be modified by the addition of a descriptions of the present service area and the existing collection system. (2) Our computer records indicate James Netherton as Backup Collection System Operator in Responsible charge. If the City has not yet done so, please submit documents designating Randy Bean as Backup Collection System Operator in Responsible Charge. (3) The City's sewer system map needs to be modified to include pump station capacities as part of the information which appears with the pump station pop ups. 2090 U.S.Highway 70, Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 828/296-4500(Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 NorthC.,Iina Please convey our appreciation to staff members involved in the maintenance and opera, the City's wastewater collection system. Anytime you need to discuss matters relating to tP�, City's collection system please do not hesitate to call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roy Davis Environmental Engineer cc: Dwain Benton, City of Morganton CSORC Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files Compliance Inspection Report At: WQCS00028 Effective: 04/30/04 Expiration: 03/31/09 Owner: City of Morganton SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Morganton Collection System County: Burke PO Box 3448 Region: Asheville Morganton NC 286559850 Contact Person: Mel S Cohen Title: Phone: 828-438-5228 Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On-Site Representative(s): Related Permits: NC0026573 City of Morganton-Catawba River Pollution Control Facility Inspection Date: 1210512007 Entry Time: 09:00 AM Exit Time: 11:30 AM Primary Inspector: Roy M Davis Phone: 828-296-4500 Ext.4659 Secondary Inspectors): Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation Facility Status: ■ Compliant n Not Compliant Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards ®Operation&Maint Reqmts Records ■Monitoring&Rpting ■Inspections Pump Station Manhole Reqmts Lines (See attachment summary) Page: 1 Permit:WQCS00028 Owner-Facility: City of Morganton Inspection Date: 12/05/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine Inspection Summary: The City of Morganton is doing a fine job of operation and maintenance of its wastewater collection system. Our computer records indicate James Netherton as Backup Collection System Operator. If the City has not yet done so, please submit documents designating Randy Bean as Backup Collection System Operator. Collection System Capital Improvements Plan needs to be modified by addition of a description of the collection system service area and description of the existing collection system. The collection system map needs to be modified to include pump station capacities as a part of the information which appears with the pump station pop ups. Page: 2 Permit:WQCS00028 Owner-Facility: City of Morganton ection Date: 12/05/2007 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine rformance Standards Yes No NA NE Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented? ■ n n n What educational tools are used? Visits to schools, Greasy Gremlin,and door magnets. Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available? ® n n n Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? ■ n n n Is Grease Trap Ordinance available? ■ n n n Is Septic Tank Ordinance available(as applicable,i.e.annexation) ■ n n n List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months None Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)been implemented? ■ n n ❑ Does CIP address short term needs and long term\"master plan\"concepts? ■ n n n Does CIP cover three to five year period? ■ n n n Does CIP include Goal Statement? ■ n n n Does CIP include description of project area? n ■ n ❑ Does CIP include description of existing facilities? n ■ n n Does CIP include known deficiencies? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Does CIP include forecasted future needs?' ■ n n ❑ Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment? ■ ❑ n n Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system? $631,000.00 Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment? $5,465,414.00 CIP Comments Collection System needs a(1)description of service area and (2)description of existing collection system. Is system free of known points of bypass? ■ n n n 'If no,describe type of bypass and location NA Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations? ■ n ❑ ❑ #Does the sign include: Instructions for notification? ■ n n n Pump station identifier? ■ n n n 24-hour contact numbers ■ n In n If no,list deficient pump stations None Page: 3 A Permit:WQCS00028 Owner Facility: City of Morganton Inspection Date: 12/05/2007 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine #Do ALL pump stations have an"auto polling"feature/SCADA? n ❑ n n \ Number of pump stations 14 Number of pump stations that have SCADA 0 Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry 14 Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms 0 Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0 #Does the permittee have a root control program? ■ ❑ ❑ n #If yes,date implemented? Describe: Comment: Inspections Yes No NA NE Are maintenance records for sewer lines available? ■ n n n Are records available that document pump station inspections? ■ n ❑ ❑ Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day? ■ n n n Are records available that document citizen complaints? ■ n ❑ ❑ #Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system? ■ n ❑ n #Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year? ■ n n n Are records available that document inspections of high-priority lines? ■ n n n Has there been visual inspections of high-priority lines in last six months? ■ n ❑ n Comment`. . Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE Are all log books available? ■ n n n Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? ■ n n ❑ Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? ■ ❑ n ❑ What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance,&operations logs and problem areas? As needed. Are maintenance records for equipment available? ■ n n ❑ Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? ■ ❑ ❑ What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? Weekly - Page: 4 Permit:WQCS00028 Owner-Facility: City of Morganton action Date: 12/05/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine .o pump station logs include: Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? ■ n n n Inspecting and exercising all valves? ■ n n n Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? ■ n n n Inspecting alarms,telemetry and auxiliary equipment? ■ n n n Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability? n In ■ n Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available? ■ n n n Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency? ■ n n n Are system cleaning records available? ■ n n n Has at least 10%of system been cleaned annually? ■ n ❑ In What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months? K-Mart line. Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? ■ n ❑ 171 Does the plan include: 24-hour contact numbers ■ ❑ n n Response time ■ n n n Equipment list and spare parts inventory ■ n n n Access to cleaning equipment ■ n n In Access to construction crews, contractors,and/or engineers ■ n n n Source of emergency funds ■ n n n Site sanitation and cleanup materials ■ n n n Post-overflow/spill assessment ■ n n ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? ■ n n n Is the spare parts inventory adequate? ■ ❑ n n Comment: Records Yes No NA NE Are adequate records of all SSOs,spills and complaints available? ■ ❑ n n Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available? ■ n n n Do spill records indicate repeated overflows(2 or more in 12 months)at same location? n ■ n n If yes, is there a corrective action plan? n n ■ n >'Is a map of the system available? ■ ❑ n n Page: 5 Permit:WQCS00028 Owner-Facility: City of Morganton Inspection Date: 12/05/2007 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine Does the map include: Pipe sizes ■ ❑ ❑ n Pipe materials ■ ❑ n 11 Pipe location ■ n n n Flow direction ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Approximate pipe age ■ fl Fl 171 Number of service taps ■ Q ❑ n Pump stations and capacity n ■ n n If no,what percent is complete? 99 List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map Pump station capacities. #Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? ■ ❑ ❑ Comment: Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available? ■ n n n Are public notices and proof of publication available? ■ n n n \ #Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 C? ■ n ❑ n #Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits? ■ n n n If no,which one(s)? Comment: SILVER CREEK- Pump Station Yes No NA NE Pump station type Duplex Are pump station logs available? ■ n n n Is it accessible in all weather conditions? ■ n n n #Is general housekeeping acceptable? ■ ❑ n n Are all pumps present? ■ n n n Are all pumps operable? ■ n n Are wet wells free of excessive debris? ■ In n n Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow? ■ ❑ n n Page: 6 Permit:WQCS00028 Owner-Facility: City of Morganton ,ection Date: 12/05/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine ,re floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable? ■ n n n Is"auto polling"feature/SCADA present? f=1 ■ n n Is"auto polling"feature/SCADA operational? n n ■ n Is simple telemetry present? ■ n ❑ n Is simple telemetry operational? ■ n n n Are audio and visual alarms present? ■ n n n Are audio and visual alarms operable? ■ n n n Is the Pump station inspected as required? ■ n n n Are backflow devices in place? ■ n Are backflow devices operable? ■ n n n Are air relief valves in place? ■ n n n Are air relief valves operable? ■ n n n # Is an emergency generator available? n ■ ❑ n Can the emergency generator run the pumps? n n ■ n I Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up? n ■ n n Is the generator operable? n ❑ ■ #Is fuel in tank and sufficient? n n ■ n Is the generator inspected according to their schedule? n n ■ ❑ Is a 24-hour notification sign posted? ■ n n n Does it include: Instructions for notification? ■ n n n Pump station identifier? ■ n n n Emergency phone number ■ n n n Is public access limited? ■ n n n Is pump station free of overflow piping? ■ n f_1 n Is the pump station free of signs of overflow? ■ n n n Are run times comparable for multiple pumps? NE Comment: Silver Creek Station is scheduled for installation of an emergency power generator in spring of 2008. This generator will also serve as a peaking power generator. Other scheduled improvements are (1) new screw conveyor to remove barscreen solids, (2) new pump motors, (3) and new motor controls. New pump motors will have variable speed capability. Page: 7 Q Michael F.Easley,Governor �" William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary rNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources "1 C Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Mr. Ed H. Street Jr. Freeman Motors 2513 Wesley Street Suite 4 Johnson City, TN 37601 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No. NCGO10000 Project ID: 2004-11-01 Project Name: Freeman Motors Henderson County Dear Mr. Street: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses,treatment unit/process failures, etc. i NorthCarolina "Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper Mr. Street December 12, 2007 Pay This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and condit,,\ of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for ii Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary 7 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources ^1 -� Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians PO Box 455 Cherokee,NC 28719 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No.NCG010000 Project ID: 07-164 Project Name: Sequoyah National Golf Course Phase I Jackson County To Whom It May Concern:: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCG.010000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance,bypasses,treatment unit/process failures, etc. - NorthCarolina Natumally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)2964500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action.Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper December 12, 2007 Pam This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditit, of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, r Starr Silvis, P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files Michael F.Easley,Governor G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources -� Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Mr. Gary Houser Houser Shoes 812 Merrimon Avenue Asheville,NC 28804 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No.NCG010000 Project ID: 2007-10-04 Project Name: Houser Shoes Henderson County Dear Mr. Houser: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part 1, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. No�AhCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Mr. Houser December 12, 2007 Pal This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and condifi" of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for\fi„ Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, P Starr Silvis, P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files QMichael F.Easley,Governor G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources -� Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Towne Place Development LLC 1903 Country club Road Hendersonville,NC 28739 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No.NCGO10000 Project ID: 2007-11-03 Project Name: Towne Center Henderson County To Whom It May Concern: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCGO10000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance,bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. - NortKarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper December 12, 2007 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and condit, of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for,,, Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000' , per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit,that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, y Starr Silvis,P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files Michael F.Easley,Governor 7 William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary i North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Mr. Walter Posusta 1537 Silver Moon Lane Palm Harbor, FL 34683 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000 Project ID: 07-169 Project Name: Lot 22 at Bald Rock Jackson County Dear Mr. Posusta: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. Noce hCarolina )atumlly North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Mr. Posusta December 12, 2007 P � This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and condi of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for Ii{ Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, 9 Starr Silvis, P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files �Q Michael F.Easley,Governor PWilliam G.Ross Jr.,Secretary r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources t `-I 'C Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Mr. Paul Szurek One Town Square Blvd., Suite 330 Asheville,NC 28803 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000 Project ID: 06-1005 Project Name: Biltmore Lake, D2 &E Buncombe County Dear Mr. Szurek: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCGO10000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in."Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and, reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. NorthCarolina �lllZlCQ��I,� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Mr. Szurek December 12, 2007 ` This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and condit" of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for i , Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000`; per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis,P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files ��: i I Michael F.Easley,Governor - William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources --J Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Washington Gap C/O Hemlock Springs, LLC 221 Peachtree St. NC, Suite D Atlanta, GA 30309 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000 Project ID: 07-156 Project Name: Washington Gap Jackson County To Whom It May Concern: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Stormwater Permit No. NCGO10000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses,treatment unit/process failures, etc. One NorthCarolina naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Hemlock Springs, LLC December 12, 2007 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and condi ., of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for'i: Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000' per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO DWQ Central Files r 1 � Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary Q� North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Z' Coleen H.Sullins,Director i r Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2257 Mr. Al Matthews Town of Canton 58 Park Street Canton, North Carolina 28716 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION And Request for Additional Information Permit No. WQCS00307 Town of Canton Canton Collection System Haywood County Dear Mr. Matthews: A review has been conducted of the Town of Canton's Collection System self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in the Town of Canton's Collection System Permit (WQCS00307) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violations are summarized below: NOV# Violation Location Cause Volume Date NOV-2007-DV-0333 12/04/2007 Blackwell Drive Force 500-1,000 Main gallons Cracked We are concerned that this is the second SSO occurring at Canton this year which involved the failure of a force main. To help us decide whether a Civil Penalty is appropriate in this instance we would like to give the Town of Canton the opportunity to submit additional information explaining the cause for the force main failure and what will be done by the Town to reduce the failure rate of this and other force mains. If the Town of Canton wishes to submit the suggested additional information we would wish to receive same on or before the passage of fifteen (15) days from date of receipt of this Notice. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. No thCarolina North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Naturally Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Please note that due to the continued high numbers of SSOs in North Carolina the Division has implemented a new SSO enforcement policy that became effective on May' . 15, 2007. Between May 15, 2007, and June 1, 2007 the Division of Water Quality contacted collection system operators to inform them of this policy. Beginning June 1, 2007 and lasting through December 1, 2007 any reportable SSO will result in the issuance of a Notice of Violation (NOV). Beginning on December 1, 2007 civil penalties may be assessed for SSOs based on volume, volume reaching surface waters, duration, gravity, impacts to public health, fish kills, or recreation area closures. Other factors considered in determining the amount of the civil penalty are the violator's spill history, the cost of rectifying the damage, whether the spill was intentional and whether money was saved by non-compliance. If you have any question regarding this NOV or our policy relating to issuance of NOVs or Civil Penalties for SSOs please contact Roy Davis in our Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, Roger C. Ed ards, Re ional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: PERCS Unit Richard Hodges, Town of Canton Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Roy Davis J W A 1'� Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary 0 r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2264 Mr. Joe Cline, Executive Director Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority 1246 West Main Street Sylva, North Carolina 28779 Subject: Fast-Track Application Return Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority Mountain Gap Jackson County Dear Mr. Cline: Attached herewith is the Fast-Track Sewer Application submitted by the Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority seeking permission to construct a sewer system to serve Mountain Gap Development. The application is being returned for the following reasons- (1) By Act of the North Carolina General Assembly, effective September 1, 2007, Fast-Track Permit processing fees were increased from $400 to $480. When resubmitting the application please submit a single check made out to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources in the amount of $480. (2) The Application was not signed. (2) The Fast-Track Application form you submitted has been replaced by a newer version. The next time the Authority submits an Application please use the updated version which is available on the Division's web site. look forward to receiving a completed application. Please do not hesitate to call me at 828/296-4659 should you wish to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roy M. Davis Environmental Engineer cc: Jeffrey L. Herron, PE NoAhCarolina Naturally, North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S_Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.newaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX (828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper f� Michael F.Easley,Governor yWilliam G.Ross Jr.,Secretary i� North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources '-I Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 12, 2007 Raven Ridge LLC 1001 Wagner Road Towson, MD 21204 SUBJECT: NPDES General Stormwater Permit No. NCG010000 Project ID: LDP-07-101 Project Name: Lago Vista Subdivision Rutherford County To Whom It May Concern: Recently you were sent an Erosion Control Plan approval from the Division of Land Resources (DLR) regarding the subject development activity. Accompanying the DLR letter was a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)General Stormwater Permit No. NCGO10000. That permit authorizes you to discharge stormwater to the surface waters of North Carolina. Those point source discharges are associated with activities such as clearing, grading, and other land disturbing and construction activities. The purpose of this letter is to draw your attention to and to stress the importance of that NPDES General Stormwater Permit. The requirements contained in the stormwater permit coupled with the requirements called for by the Division of Land Resources are vitally important to the protection of the waters of the State. If you have not already done so, you are urged to immediately read and adhere to the stormwater permit requirements contained there in. Of particular importance are Parts I and II of the permit. Parts I and II set forth the minimum visual monitoring and reporting requirements for your stormwater discharge. In particular, Part I, Section B describes the visual monitoring frequencies and locations, the requirement to maintain a rain gauge onsite, and the need to maintain a written record of all inspections. Upon commencement of your land disturbing activity, you must initiate the visual monitoring and record keeping requirements as called for in the permit. The visual monitoring data results, along with all other permit required records must be maintained on-site and made available to Division of Water Quality representatives upon request and/or during inspections. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to stormwater discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses,treatment unit/process failures, etc. Noe Carolina Ntutully North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/l0%Post Consumer Paper Raven Ridge LLC December 12, 2007 pay This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditi\ of the Stormwater Construction permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. We ask that if you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, that you contact this Office immediately. As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the NPDES General Stormwater permit and by this notification prevent unnecessary impacts to the waters of the State. Again, if you have not already done so, please read the Stormwater Construction permit and contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Surface Water Protection Section ARO �- DWQ Central Files Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary tom" North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources —J Q Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 13, 2007 DWQ Project# 07-1858 Rutherford County Bill Hutchison 1648 Cunliff Lane Sarasota, Florida 34239-4417 Subject Property: Hutchison Bank Stabilization Lake Lure No 401 Water Quality Certification needed for these Impacts Dear Mr. Hutchison: After review of your application, received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on November 1, 2007, it has been determined that the proposed work does not require a Water Quality Certification as no fill is proposed below the ordinary high water mark. However, you should be aware that your project must comply with the Trout Buffer Rules as described in 15A NCAC 04B .0125. Please contact the NC Division of Land Resources at 828-296-4500 for information with respect to construction within the 25 foot trout buffer. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality CHSlkhb cc: USACB Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1858.No401 Required.Rutherford NorthCarolina 401 VVc.t1arrd_C crttipcation U-nit N6dt rallY I r a'>!S wice Centr;r,Ra!eipl:,North Carolina 27699-1650 �013e,s;e+.rard,Suite250,Raleigh,north Carolina 2.7604 919-733-17861 FAX 919-733-6893/Internet:httwf/h2o.en r.state.nears/nnwetlanti A,z F_qua!OpportunitylAifirmalive Action Employer--50%Recycled110%Post Consrfrr,,er Paper TAR Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary - North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources fl Coleen H.Sullins Director Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTON December 13, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1882 McDowell County Nick Penna 9201 Azalea Road Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673 Subject Property: Old Wildlife / Phase 11 Lot#14 Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dear Mr. Penna: You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill within or otherwise impact 340 linear feet of shoreline for the purpose of stabilization at the subject property, as described within your application received by the N.C. Division of Water Quality (DWQ) on November 5, 2007. After reviewing your application, we have decided that the impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number(s) 3693 (GC3693). The Certification(s) allows you to use Permit(s) GP30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control, Non-discharge, and buffer regulations. Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. This approval is for the purpose that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre of wetland or 150 linear feet of stream, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h). This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. The Additional Conditions of the Certification are: ` NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296.4500 Customer Service Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-7748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper i Penna`, Page`, December 13,2 1. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Plan Location or Reference Approved (Units) Shoreline 1960 (linear feet) A 2. Erosion & Sediment Control Practices Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 3. No Waste, Spoil, Solids, or Fill of Any Kind No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre-Construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. ' ` J Penna Property Page 3 of 5 December 13,2007 4. No Sediment & Erosion Control Measures w/n Wetlands or Waters Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be.placed in wetlands or waters to the maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project. 5. Certificate of Completion Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to return the attached certificate of completion to the 401/Wetlands Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650. 6. Riprap Installation All banks shall be laid back at a 2.1 (length : height) slope and riprap applied at the water / land interface (at full pool). Riprap shall be placed as a linear protective measure upon the regraded slopes. Stone used in stabilization shall be at least Class B riprap in size with at least 2 boulders per 100 linear feet of up to 6 feet in diameter to provide additional wildlife habitat. The rip-rap shall be installed over a toed in filter fabric to prevent soil erosion behind the stabilized area. All exposed soils, above the Riprap stabilized area, to a distance of 30 feet from the top of bank shall be replanted in accordance with the attached Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration. This authorization shall in no way be construed as allowing the installation of a bulkhead or seawall. 7. Heavy Equipment Heavy equipment should be operated from the bank whenever possible. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters should be inspected and maintained regularly to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants, hydraulic fluids or other toxic materials. Equipment used in stream channel must be clean, new or low hour equipment. 8. Diffuse Flow All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it will not re-concentrate before being discharged. If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities that are considered to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this Office. Penna, Page, December 13,2, 9. Catawba River Buffer Tree Protection Catawba Buffer Tree Protection No trees shall be removed from Zone 1 of the Catawba Buffer unless they are directly within the construction access corridor. If trees are removed, forested vegetation shall be re-established within the construction access or other temporary impact area occurring in the protected buffer zone within the next growing season following construction of the project; Grading and Revegetation within Zone 2 The plans provided along with the application depict grading activities within Zone 2 of the protected buffer. This activity is designated as "exempt" under the Buffer Rule provided that fill is not placed in Zone 1, diffuse flow is maintained as per the Buffer Rule, the disturbed areas are stabilized and revegetated, and the health of the existing vegetation in Zone 1 is not compromised. Please see attached Catawba Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 02B .0243). As McDowell County has a delegated buffer Program, please feel free to contact the McDowell County Planning Office for further clarification. 10.No Impacts Beyond those in Application No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the Pre- construction Notification. All construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur. 11. Deed Notifications Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all retained jurisdictional wetlands, waters and protective buffers in order to assure compliance for future wetland, water and buffer impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place prior to impacting any wetlands, waters and/or buffers approved for impact under this Certification Approval and Authorization Certificate. A sample deed notification can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands. The text of the sample deed notification may be modified as appropriate to suit to this project. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification r and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. The authorization to proceed with your Penna Property Page 5 of 5 December 13,2007 proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification, shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification (associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing.. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Kevin Barnett in the DWQ Asheville Regional Office at either Kevin.Barnett(a-)-ncmail.net or at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, Rg-tiy�a� Coleen H. ullins, Director Division of Water Quality CHS Enclosures: GC 3693 Certificate of Completion cc: Carissa Castle, Bennick Grading and Excavating 1769 Waterford Way Morganton, NC 28655 USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office DWQ 401 Central Office DLR Asheville Regional Office David McHenry, NC Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1882.Pen naP rope rty.ApprovaI /"'" 1 Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary l t North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �,���` �' � Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 13, 2007 DWQ Project # 07-1889 Rutherford County CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7006 3450 0002 7064 2288 Michael R. and Linda L. Bly 145 Blalock Road Boiling Springs, North Carolina 29316 Subject Property: Linda's Place Rutherford County REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bly: On November 7, 2007, the NC Division of Water Quality received your application for stream impacts with respect to your proposed mining in the Second Broad River. Based on our review of your submitted application, the DWQ has determined that your application was incomplete and/or provided inaccurate information as discussed below. The DWQ will require _additional information in order to process your application to impact protected wetlands and/or streams on the subject property. Therefore, unless we receive the additional information requested below, we will have to move toward denial of your application as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0506 and will place this project on hold as incomplete until we receive this additional information. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. 15A NCAC 02H .0506 (f) requires that "a lack of practical alternatives" be demonstrated. No discussion in regards to mining the project without directly impacting the aquatic resource has been presented. A discussion regarding practical alternatives with respect to a reduction or avoiding of impacts must be presented. NNaoc Carolina turally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)2964500 Customer Service Asheville Regional Office Internet:: www.ncwaterguali!y.org FAX(828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycledl10%Post Consumer Paper L: F� December 1 2. Application Item III. requires a detailed site plan showing property boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. The included plans do not show the proposed development and lot locations. 3. Application Item Ill. 10. requests a description of the overall project. Your submitted application details the impacts related to this activity as being "minor and temporary." The submitted floating dredge (Keene 6 Inch Dredge) data sheet states that "increased suction power will pull rocks from over a foot away and move a tremendous amount of material." You must explain how this amount of substrate disturbance is "minimal and temporary" to aquatic benthos. Additionally, you must explain / demonstrate how you will not violate state turbidity standards during the operation of the dredge (50 ntu). 4. Application Item XI. requests a stormwater management description for the entire development, for the life of the proposed activity. You application provides no discussion as to how stormwater will be managed. Please respond before the close of business on January 14, 2008 by sending four copies of this information to the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mrs. Cyndi Karoly 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Kevin Barnett Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 If we do not hear from you before January 14, 2008, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. Linda's Place Page 3of 3 December 13,2007 This letter only addresses the application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized (at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Mr. Kevin Barnett at 828-296-4657 if you have any questions regarding or would like to set up a meeting to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section RCE/khb cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, Wildlife Resources Commission Cyndi Karoly, 401 /Wetlands Unit File Copy Central Files - Filename: 07-1889.LindasPlace.Add-Info i Li CAR Michael F.Easley,Governor t! William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �JA Coleen H.Sullins Director �49-'- Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 13, 2007 DWQ Project# 07-1967 Henderson County CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED —7006 3450 0002 7064 2295 David Parris Youngblood Oil Company Post Office Box 2590 Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793 Subject Property: Mr. Pete's Convenience Store Fletcher, Henderson County REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION Dear Mr. Parris: On November 19, 2007, the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) received your application to stabilize 330 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Cane Creek along your property. The DWQ has determined your application to be incomplete and/or provided inaccurate information as discussed below. The DWQ will require the below specified additional information in order to process your application to impact protected wetlands and/or streams on the subject property. Therefore, unless we receive the additional information requested below, we will have to move toward denial of your application as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0506 and will place this project on hold as incomplete until we receive this additional information. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. Purpose of Proposed Work In you submitted explanation of the proposed work; you state that the work was "necessary" to protect the "building and parking lot." Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization) No thCarolina ,Vaturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone:(828)2964500 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX:(828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Youngblood b. Pu December t�, Under Section VII of your application you stated that the activity was "necessary b-, stabilize the bank of a stream adjacent to a parking lot and building. Only the area' , adjacent to these features was stabilized." At the time of the issued Notice of Violation, rip-rap extended far beyond the paved area to beyond where the Car-Wash facility was later constructed. You must explain why "stream bank erosion protection" was needed for a facility, which did not exist. 2. Stormwater Under Section X of your application, you state that the addition of rip-rap stabilization would only increase the impervious area by a minimal amount. As this site is near 90% impervious, some form of stormwater collection and treatment must be retrofitted in order to protect existing surface water standards. Please respond by January 15, 2008 by sending 5 copies of the requested information to both the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mrs. Cyndi Karoly 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 And a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Kevin Barnett Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 If we do not hear from you by January 15, 2008 of your receipt of this letter, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. Additionally, we will assume that all un-permitted stabilization will be removed and the stream bank restored. Youngblood Oil Company Page 3 of 3 December 13,2007 his letter only addresses the application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized (at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Ms. Cyndi Karoly at 919-733-1786 or Mr. Kevin Barnett at either 828-296-4657 or at kevin.barnett@ncmail.net if you have any questions regarding or would like to set up a meeting to discuss this matter. Sincerely, !Roger C. dwards, Regional Supervisor Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section RCE cc: Neill Yelverton, Wetlands and Natural Resources Consultants, Inc. Post Office Box 882 Canton, NC 28716 Cyndi Karoly, 401 Permitting Unit, Central Office - USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, Wildlife Resources Commission File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1967.MrPetes.Add-Info �\ / ^� Jl P, Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary -7 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources .t x Coleen H.Sullins,Director F,,; , ��„ Division of Water Quality December 14, 2007 Macon County DWQ Project No. 20072006 NCSR 1503 (Mack Branch Road) APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. Division Engineer N C Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Dear Mr. Setzer: You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, for the following impacts in an unnamed tributary to the Little Tennessee River (Lake Emory), for the purpose of making improvements to NCSR 1503 (Mack Branch Road)in Macon County: Stream Impacts in the Little Tennessee River Basin Site Permanent Fill in Temporary Fill in Permanent Fill in Temporary Total Stream Stream Intermittent Intermittent Stream Perennial Stream Dewatering in Impact Impacts Stream(linear ft) (linear ft) (linear ft) Perennial Stream (linear ft) Requiring /- (linear ft) Mitigation I linear ft Site 1 10 65 75 0 Total 10 65 75 0 Total Stream Permanent Impact for Project: 10 linear feet. Temporary Impact for Project: 75 linear feet. The project should be constructed in accordance with your application dated November 26, 2007 (received November 30, 2007), including the environmental commitments made in the application letter. After reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Nos. 3704 and 3688, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Numbers 14 In addition, you should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control,Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. Please note that new 401 Water Quality Certifications went into effect on November 1, 2007. These Certifications contain additional requirements that were not in the old certifications. You are strongly urged to review these new certifications (attached) and become familiar with their requirements. This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should your project change, you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project(now or in the future)exceed one acre, or if total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6) and (7). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. December 14,2007 Page Two 1. There shall be no excavation from or waste disposal into, jurisdictional wetlands or waters associated with this . permit without appropriate modification. Should waste or borrow sites, or access roads to waste or borrow sites, be located in wetlands or streams, compensatory mitigation will be required since that is a direct impact from road construction activities. 2. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters unless otherwise approved by this Certification. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored upon completion of the project. 3. Adequate sedimentation and erosion control measures must be installed and maintained on the project site to minimize sediment transport to downstream aquatic resources. Temporary cover (wheat, millet or similar annual grain) or permanent herbaceous cover shall be planted on all bare soil within fifteen (15) days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-term erosion control. Erosion control mating shall be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils in steep slope and riparian areas. Matting should be secured in place with staples or wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and tall fescue shall not be used in riparian areas. 4. If multiple pipes or barrels are required,they shall be designed to mimic the natural stream cross section as closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation and/or sills where appropriate. Widening the stream shall be avoided. Stream channel widening at the inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage_ 5. For projects impacting waters classified by the NC Environmental Management Commission as Trout (Tr), High Quality Waters (HQW) or Water Supply I or II (WS-I, WS-II), stormwater shall be directed to vegetated buffer areas, grass-lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site for the purpose of pre-treating stormwater runoff prior to discharging directly into streams. Mowing of existing vegetated buffer areas is strongly discouraged. 6. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream, above and below the crossing, shall not be modified. Disturbed floodplains and streams shall be restored to natural geomorphic conditions. 7. Native riparian vegetation (e.g. rhododendron, dog hobble, willows, alders, sycamores, dogwoods, black walnut and red maple) must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing season following completion of construction. 8. The use of rip-rap above the Normal High Water Mark shall be minimized. Any rip-rap placed for stream stabilization shall be placed in stream channels in such a manner that it does not impede aquatic life passage. 9. Rip-rap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a,manner that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly designed, sized and installed. 10. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channels in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the introduction of other pollutants into the stream. 11. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants,hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials. 12. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the permit drawings submitted for approval. 13. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 14. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel, except where authorized by this certification. 15. A copy of this Water Quality Certification shall be maintained on the construction site at all times. In addition, the Water Quality Certification and all subsequent modifications, if any, shall be maintained with the Division Engineer and the on-site project manager. 16. All fill slopes located in jurisdictional wetlands shall be placed at slopes no flatter than 3:1, unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 17. The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary located within the construction corridor approved by this authorization shall be clearly marked by highly visible fencing prior to any land disturbing activities. Impacts to areas within the fencing are prohibited unless otherwise authorized by this certification. _:'` zer,P.E. 14,2007 .free 18. The issuance of this certification does not exempt the Permittee form complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (i.e. local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable buffer rules, stormwater management rules, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements, etc. 19. The Permittee shall report any violations of this certification to the Division of Water Quality within 24-hours of discovery. 20.Upon completion of the project,the NCDOT Division Engineer shall complete and return the enclosed"Certificate of Completion Form" to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been completed. This form shall be returned to the Transportation Permitting Unit of the NC Division of Water Quality, 2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604. This condition supersedes Condition 18 in Water Quality Certification No. 3704 and Condition 15 in Water Quality Certification No. 3688. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please telephone Mr.Mike Parker of the Asheville Regional Office at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins,Director /V Division of Water Quality cc: Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental David Baker,USACE Asheville Field Office Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office �i �-� �� I�: Michael F.Easley,Governor ( !_ William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director p' Division of Water Quality 6w,, December 14,2007 Mr. J.B. Setzer,P.E. Division Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection US Highway 64 Widening-Relocation DWQ Project No. 041594 R-977A Cherokee County Dear Mr. Setzer: On December 12,2007,I visually inspected the construction work on the US Highway 64 project near Murphy in Cherokee County. It appears that the construction work is continuing in the Martin's Creek and Hiwassee River areas. All waste areas appear to be in good condition. Approximately one half of the project has been paved. Please continue to maintain the sediment and erosion control structures so that State surface waters can be protected. Specific items are listed in the attached inspection report. If you have questions,please call me at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Trent Anderson,Resident Engineer Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Niki Maher,NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office One NorthCarolina N17A(C67116f North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 14,2007 County: Cherokee Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 04-1594 NW Permit#: IP#: 3487 Project Name: U S Highway 64 Relocation Location of Project: From U S 74/19/129 in Murphy to east of NC 141 in Peachtree,N C Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Quality Concerns(DWQ): X❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert ❑ Turbidity ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑ Evidence of spills ❑Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑ Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit ❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑ Fill X❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑Buffer Impacts (see below) ❑Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: �- Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse []Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone l: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation ❑Prohibited DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Unnamed tributaries to Hiwassee River,Hampton Creek,Martin Creek, McComb Branch and Hampton Creek Basin/ Subbasin: Hiwassee 040502 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-11 ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I X❑WS-1V ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/loth acre ❑1/l lb to 1/3rd acre X❑1/3 d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre j Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet Looked at entire project. Project appears to be in good shape. Work continues at the cut site near Martins Creek. Waste areas appear to be in good shape. Waste area that has already been closed out near office with area between roadway and private property will be filled. Stormwater piping to be changed. Existing deep cross pipe to be filled with grout and new cross pipe and junction box to be installed. Paving had been completed on approximately one half of the project. Finish shoulder work was being performed on the paved portion of the project. Also,finish work was in progress on bridges 4 and 5. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required. The project looked good overall. Project is approximately 70%complete. ' Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary P North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources k Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 14, 2007 Ms. Teresa Spires P.O. Box 841 Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Dear Ms. Spires: In September, 2004, the City of Saluda's WWTP was severely damaged as a result of heavy rains from hurricane Francis. As a result, the plant can no longer effectively treat wastewater at its rated capacity of 100,000 gallons per day. As a result, the Town has no option other than to repair the facility. The State of North Carolina, in order to protect the waters of the state, continues to modify the requirements and standards for wastewater treatment plants. Plants that are already in operation are not necessarily required to implement these standards when they are adopted. However, these standards are required to be implemented anytime the plant applies for an ATC (Authorization to Construct)for expansions, upgrades and/or repairs. In this case, there are numerous modifications required to be constructed at the Saluda wastewater treatment plant to bring it up to current standards as listed in state statute 15A NCAC 02H .0124. It is our understanding that FEMA will only cover portions of the project that were a direct result of damage during the storm. Any work not directly related to this damage, such as work that is required to bring the plant to current state standards, will not be covered. It is for this reason I am writing in support of additional funding for this project from the Rural Center. Should you have any questions or need to contact me about this matter,you can reach me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section NoiihCarolina �irtcrr�i!!� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)'296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper f\�-,� ___. Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Field Office Division of Water Quality December 17, 2007 Memorandum: TO: Tom Reeder Wetlands and Stormwater Branch Supervisor FROM: Roger C. Edwards, RO Supervisor � @ Asheville Regional Office PREPARED BY: Kevin Barnett ) SUBJECT: Enforcement Recommendation John and Gretta Bryant Yancey County,NC Enclosed is an enforcement recommendation package for John and Gretta Bryant in Yancey County,NC. Kevin Barnett of this Office conducted site inspections on September 8, 2006 and November 1, 2007. Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcements were issued on October 6, 2006 and November 13, 2007. No response to the DWQ NOV was received in this office. The current status of the site is unchanged The impacts have resulted in the following violations: A. 15A NCAC 02B .0211 (2)—Removal of Best Use On September 28, 2006 and November 1, 2007, DWQ staff observed that culverts and both rock and earthen fill had been placed in an un-named tributary to Little Creek. B. Failure to secure a 401 as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0500 On September 8, 2007 and November 1, 2007, DWQ staff observed that culverts and both rock and earthen fill had been installed without prior application for and receipt of a 401 Water Quality Certification. DWQ has no record of past violations for John and Gretta Bryant. Enforcement Costs: RO STAFF INSPECTOR 8 hours @ $56.62 RO SUPERVISOR 1 hours @ $39.21 Mileage 248 miles @ $0.36/mile Central Office Review and Processing $100.00 Total $681.45 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL COUNTY OF Yancey RESOURCES IN THE MATTER OF ) CASE NO. XX-XXXX-XXXX John and Gretta Bryant ) FINDINGS AND DECISION AND ASSESSMENT OF FOR VIOLATIONS OF ) CIVIL PENALTIES NCGS..., and ) 15A NCAC... } Acting pursuant to North Carolina General Statues (G.S.) 143-215.6A, 1, Tom Reeder, of the Division of Water Quality (hereby known as DWQ), make the following: 1. FINDING OF FACT A. JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT is the owner of record of the Bryant tract , located on Copperhead Road in Yancey County,North Carolina. B. On September 28, 2006 and November 1, 2007, DWQ staff observed that culverts and both rock and earthen fill had been placed in an un-named tributary to Little Creek. C. 15A NCAC 02B .0211 (2)—Removal of Best Use The waters shall be suitable for aquatic life propagation and maintenance of biological integrity,wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture; sources of water pollution which preclude any of these uses on either a short-term or long- term basis shall be considered to be violating a water quality standard. The culverting of the un-named tributary to Little Creek and the failure to control sediment from the adjacent filling activities has resulted in the fill of an unnamed tributary to Little Creek, which constitutes a violation of Best Use. C. On September 8, 2006 and November 1, 2007, DWQ staff observed that culverts and both rock and earthen fill had been installed without prior application for and receipt of a 401 Water Quality Certification. D. Failure to secure a 401 as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0500 DWQ site visits and file review confirmed that impacts occurred without a 404 Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. A file review indicates that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) has not authorized use of a 404 Permit for this activity nor has notification been provided to the COE for this activity. The file review confirmed that a Pre-construction Notification has not been received by the Division of Water Quality for this project and that a 401 Water Quality vretta Bryant y County a2of4 Certification has not been issued. A Pre-Construction Notification submitted to DWQ is required prior to the above-mentioned impacts pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0500. The replacement and up-sizing of the culvert crossing requires authorization under Section 404 and 401 of the Clean Water Act. E. The impacts occurred to un-named tributary to Little Creek, Class C, Trout waters within the French Broad River Basin. F. The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures in this matter totaled $642.24. Based upon the above Finding of Fact, I make the following: II. CONCLUSION OF LAW A. JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT is a"person"within the meaning of G.S. 143- 215.6A pursuant to G.S. 143-212 (4). B. The un-named tributary to Little Creek located at the site constitutes waters of the State within the meaning of G.S. 143-212 (6). C. On September 28, 2006, JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT violated Title 15A NCAC 2B .0211 (2)by impacts to approximately 60 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Little Creek from the installation of two culverts and approximately 200 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Little Creek through the filling of rock and earthen material. (2 culverts and 1 rock and earthen fill.) D. On one (1) occasion, JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT violated Title 15A NCAC 2H .0501 and .0502 by filling and culverting impacts without first applying for and securing the issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification as required by Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. E. JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT may be assessed civil penalties in this matter pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A (a)(1), which provides that a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000)per violation per day may be assessed against a person who violates any classification, standard, limitation, or management practice established pursuant to G.S. 143-214.1, 143-214.2, or 143- 215 F. JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT may be assessed civil penalties in this matter pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), which provides that a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000) per violation per day may be assessed against a person who is required but fails to apply for or to secure a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1, or who violates or fails to act in accordance John and Gretta Bryant Yancey County Page 3 of 4 with the terms, conditions, or requirements of such permit or any other permit or certification issued pursuant to authority conferred by this Part G. The State's enforcement cost in this matter may be assessed against JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT pursuant to G.S. 143-215.3 (a)(9) and G.S. 143B-282 (b)(8). H. Tom Reeder of the Division of Water Quality,pursuant to delegation provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, has the authority to assess civil penalties in this matter. Based upon the above Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, I make the following: III. DECISION Accordingly, JOHN AND GRETTA BRYANT is hereby assessed a civil penalty of: $ for three (3) of three (3) violations of Title 15A NCAC 2B .0211 _ (2) by impacts to approximately 60 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Little Creek ,1 from the installation of two culverts and approximately 200 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Little Creek through the filling of rock and earthen material. $ for one (1) of one (1) violations of Title 15A NCAC 2H .0501 and .0502 by filling and culverting impacts without first applying for and securing the issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification as required by Section 401 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act. $ TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY, authorized by G.S. 143-215.6A $ 642.24 Enforcement Cost $ TOTAL AMOUNT DUE As required by G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of penalty, I considered the factors set out in G.S. 14313-282.1(b), which are: lretta Bryant County 4 of 4 (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violations; (2) The duration and gravity of the violations; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violations were committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures Date Tom Reeder Division of Water Quality Bryant Photographs. 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D � �a; Y vision of WaterQua(ity ...., ,..,f,.n Coleen H.Sullins,Deputy Director Division of Water Quality October 6, 2006 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED—7005 3110 0003 5474 0639 John and Gretta Bryant 71 Copper Head Road Burnsville,NC 28714 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION and RECOMMENDATION FOR ENFORCEMENT John and Gretta Bryant Violations Yancey County Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bryant: On September 28, 2006, Kevin Barnett from the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality conducted site inspections for the tract/project known as the Bryant property in Yancey County,NC. During the inspection DWQ staff collected measurements took photographs and made visual observations of sedimentation and earthen fill impacts to an unnamed tributary to Little Creek, located along the subject tract. The site drains to Little Creek, a Class C, Trout stream, located in the French Broad River Basin. As a result of the site inspection and file review, the following violations, detailed below, are noted: 1. 15A NCAC 02B .0211 (2)—Removal of Best Use The waters shall be suitable for aquatic life propagation and maintenance of biological integrity, wildlife, secondary recreation, and agriculture; sources of water pollution which preclude any of these uses on either a short-term or long-term basis shall be considered to be violating a water quality standard. The failure to control sediment from the adjacent filling activities has resulted in the fill of an unnamed tributary to Little Creek,which constitutes a violation of Best Use. 2. Failure to secure a 401 as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0500 DWQ site visits and file review confirmed that impacts occurred without a 404 Permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. A file review ► indicates that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE)has not authorized 0te NortliCarolin Naturally N. C.Division of Water Quality 2090 US Highway 70 828-296-4500 Asheville Regional Office Swannanoa,NC 28778 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Page 2 John and Gretta Bryant Yancey County use of a 404 Permit for this activity nor has notification been provided to the COE for this activity. The file review confirmed that a Pre- construction Notification has not been received by the Division of Water Quality for this project and that a 401 Water Quality Certification has not been issued. A Pre-Construction Notification submitted to DWQ is required prior to the above-mentioned impacts pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0500. The replacement and up-sizing of the culvert crossing requires authorization under Section 404 and 401 of the Clean Water Act. Requested Response This Office requests that you respond to this letter in writing within 15 days of receipt of this Notice. "Your response should be sent to both this office at the letterhead address and to the attention of Mr. Danny Smith at the Wetlands and Stormwater Branch, NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. Your response should address the following items: 1. Please explain when construction (excavation, grubbing, and clearing) began at the site. 2. Please clearly explain why appropriate 401 Water Quality Certification and a 404 Permit were not secured. 3. Please provide a map that exactly details the waters on the tract and the areas of streams that were impacted. 4. Please submit a Restoration Plan to this office for review and approval. You are encouraged to secure a consultant to assist you with your plan development, permit, certification and authorization necessary to achieve compliance. This plan must include, at a minimum, the following: 5. A restoration plan and an implementation schedule for the impacted stream segment. Specifically, you must remove the accumulated sediment from the stream on your property through to the confluence with to Little Creek. (You must contact, in writing, all of the property owners between your development and Little Creels and obtain permission to access the impacted streams and carbon copy the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality with these contact documents). It is recommended that you use hand labor (buckets, shovels and wheelbarrows) to remove deposited sediment from the stream channel. The sediment should be removed from the channel, taken to high ground and stabilized. Your plan must include the methodology and implementation schedule for stabilizing streams under the bottomless culverts and the removal of both non-native stone (rip-rap) and sediments. $ (It is recommended that your consultant contact Kevin Barnett of the Asheville Regional Office for additional guidance during stream m and Gretta Bryant �ancey County restoration plan development.) Please provide a sediment removal plan for review and approval by the Division of Water Quality. This plan should include a schedule with dates that indicate when you propose to complete the removal of the sediment. Please also include a diagram of the stream channel that shows those areas where you propose to remove sediment. Please indicate in your response a schedule with dates detailing when the restoration will be accomplished. This schedule should include a three-year monitoring plan to ensure that the wetlands are restored. 6. Finally, please explain how you propose to prevent these problems from reoccurring on future projects. By copy of this Notice of Violation, I am hereby requesting that the County Building Inspectors Office not issue any permits for this site until it is brought into compliance with all applicable rules and regulations. Thank you for your attention to this matter. This Office is considering sending a recommendation for enforcement to the Director of the Division of Water Quality regarding these issues and any future/continued violations that may be encountered. Your above-mentioned response to this correspondence will be considered in this process. This office requires that the violations, as detailed above, be abated immediately. These violations and any future violations are subject to a civil penalty assessment of up to $25,000.00 per day for each violation. Should you have any questions regarding these matters, please contact Kevin Barnett at(828) 29.6-4500. Sincerely, c_ecCr�rLA Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality cc: Roger C. Edwards—DWQ Asheville Regional Office Supervisor Cyndi Karoly—401 Oversight and Express Permits Unit Danny Smith—NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit DWQ Central Files Division of Land Resources (RO or delegated program) Asheville Regulatory Field Office, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers David McHenry,NC Wildlife Resources Commission Yancey County Building Inspector t /� �� /_":.."� ,;i; Michael F.Easley,Governor R William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary s North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources tp" Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 17, 2007 Mr. Johnny Brown, Mayor Town of Andrews Post Office Box 1210 Andrews, North Carolina 28901 Subject: Town of Andrews Compliance Evaluation Inspection Permit No. WQCS00103 Wastewater Collection System Cherokee County Dear Mr. Brown: Our September 12, 2007 Collection System Compliance Evaluation Inspection conducted at the Town of Andrews identified several needs relating to the Town's collection system operation and maintenance program. Would you please review the report and cover letter resulting from that inspection and inform us in writing as to progress being made toward correcting these deficiencies. I look forward to receiving your written response within thirty days from the date on this letter. Sincerely, Roy Davis Environmental Engineer Cc: PERCS Files Surface Water Protection Central Files 2090 U.S.Highway 70, Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 828/296-4500(Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 NorthCarolina A '°, '�� -. .,1 __ Michael F. Easley, Governor G F William G. Ross Jr., Secretary r- North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director Y Division of Water Quality December 18, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2301 Mr. Greg Hining PO Box 979 Brevard, NC 28712 Subject: Stormwater Management Permit Application United Community Bank Cashiers, NC Jackson County Dear Mr. Hining: On December 7, 2007, the Division of Water Quality (DWQ), Asheville Regional Office received your submittal for a Stormwater Management Permit for the United Community Bank in Cashiers, NC. The submittal has been deemed deficient, and we are returning it unprocessed. Preliminary review revealed the following deficiencies; 1) The Seasonal High Water Table (SHWT) was reported to be 95 and 97 feet for infiltration trench areas 1 and 2 respectively. However, review of the soil boring logs indicates that the SHWT is 99 and 99 respectively. The bottom of the infiltration trench must be located at a minimum 2 feet above the SHWT. 2) The applicant must initial Page 4 of 4 Submittal Requirements checklist 3) The application shows calculation based on a volume of water derived using the 1 yr 24 hr storm and the difference between pre and post development runoff volumes. The 15 NCAC 2H.10.07 rules require that the BMPs must be designed to control runoff from all surfaces generated by one inch of rainfall. 4) Flow above the design volume must be bypassed. The bypass must be directed into a minimum of a 30 foot vegetated filter. Please clearly show on your plans the location of the receiving vegetated filter. 5) The permit application indicates that the subject property is 2.17 acres, however, in the calculation section the subject property is listed as 1.51 acres. Please reconcile upon resubmittal. 6) Infiltration rates for the soils on site must be determined in-situ. The submittal did not contain field infiltration testing data or results. If the infiltration trench is to be sited in fill material the infiltration rate of the fill and of the native soil must be similar. Fill must be very specific such that the infiltration rate is high and also similar to the native underlying soil. The plans should include sequencing notes and should require that the consultant field verify all fill soils around the infiltration system prior to covering them up. NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 US Hwy 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.ncwaterguality.ora Fax (828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper Mr. Greg Hining Page 2 of 2 December 18, 2007 7) In the event that in-situ infiltration rates are unfavorable for installation of an infiltration trench, please consider wet detention on this site. You might consider collecting stormwater and pumping to a wet detention system on the outparcel. I do not know if this option is feasible, however, wet detention is often more practical in low permeability situations. Also, we detention is typically lower maintenance and is therefore less likely to fail. Please remember that these systems must be maintained in perpetuity and the permit must be renewed. Should the installed system fail, the owner would be required to bring the site into full compliance prior to issuance of the permit and would be subject to fines. Please contact me should you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, bzl c. Starr Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer (828) 296-4665 Enclosure: Submittal Package cc: Asheville Regional Office DWQ Central Files , Mr. Mark Ambtman, Civil Development Solutions, 224 South Grove Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 Mr. Jeremy Cadeau, 238 Vista Falls Road, Mills River, NC 28759 G:\WPDATA\DEMWQ\Jackson\State Stormwater Management\United Community Bank\United Bank's Return.doc Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr„Secretary North Carolina Departrnent.of Environment and natural Resources ; g Coleen H.S'ullins,Director ` Division of Water Quality December 18, 2007 Mr. J. B. Setzer, P.E. Division Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection NCSR 1521 B &C, Onion Mountain Road DWQ Project No. 070487 Macon County Dear Mr. Setzer: On December 6,2007, I visually inspected the construction work on NCSR 1521B &C, Onion Mountain Road. The inspection was only on the northern section of the road due to inaccessibility of the other section of road. Construction:is well underway and some culverts have been replaced. Please continue to maintain the sediment and erosion control structures so that State surface waters can be protected. Please refer to the attached inspection report. If you have questions,please call me at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, a , Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Niki Maher,NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office No thCatrolina 11vaturaltlf North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 ' l 877-623 6748 An,Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. I DWQ Site Visits far DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 6,2007 County_ Macon Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 07-0487 NW Permit#: IP#: Project Name: Onion Mountain Road Location of Project: From U S Highway 64 Northeast of Franklin turn onto NCSR 1513 and travel 2.75 miles to NCSR 1521,Onion Mtn.Road. Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities (DOT): Water-Quality Concerns (DWQ): ❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert ❑ Turbidity ❑ Bottomless Culvert ❑ Evidence of spills ❑ Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit ❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑ Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑ Buffer Impacts (see below) ❑ Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑ Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres ❑ Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation ❑Prohibited I I DWQ Site Visits for D®T Projects Baekgroun&Info Name of Waterway(s): Unnamed tributaries to Laurel Creek and Laurel Creek Basin/Subbasin: LTN 040401 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated ❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA 8 Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/10`h acre ❑1/I It"to 1/3rd acre X❑1/37d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: X❑< 150 linear feet ❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Project is well under construction and only the northern section was reviewed. Some pipes have been extended. Continue work with appropriate sediment and erosion control devices and seeding. % ,\ r /1 � . ___ Michael J".Easley,Governor Ci William G,Ross Jr.,Secretary - North Carolina Dep'artinent of Environment and Natural Resources Col eenH.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 18, 2007 Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. Division Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection NCSR 1127 &1128, South Skeenah Road DWQ Project No. 061467 Macon County Dear Mr. Setzer: On December 6, 2007, I visually inspected the construction work on NCSR 1127 and 1128, South Skeenah Road south of Franklin in Macon County. It appears that the construction work is not complete but some culverts have been replaced. It appears that stone has been placed around the ends of the culverts but that some matting may also be required. Please continue to maintain the sediment and erosion control structures so that State surface waters can be protected. Please refer to the attached inspection report. If you have questions,please call me at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Niki Maher,NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office NorthCarolina_ �Vatuivlly North Carolina Division of.Water Quality 2090 U.Si Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Intemet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 ' 1 877 623 6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer DWQ Site Visits for DOT Pr6iects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 6, 2007 County: ' Macon - Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 06-1467 NW Permit#: IP#: Project Name: South Skeenah Road Location of Project: From US Highway 64 in Franklin travel south on US Highway 441 south approximately 3 miles.Turn right at stoplight and travel approximately 1 mile and cross bridge to South Skeenah Road. Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities (DOT): Water Quality Concerns (DWQ): ❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert ❑ Turbidity Bottomless Culvert❑ ❑ Evidence of spills ❑ Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑ Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit ❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑ Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑Buffer Impacts (see below) ❑ Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres I ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑ yes X❑no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation` ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWQ Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Unnamed tributaries to Skeenah Creek and unnamed tributaries to South Fork Skeenah Creek Basin/ Subbasin: LTN 040401 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated ❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/10"'acre ❑1/l 1th to 1/3id acre X❑1/3rdto 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: X❑< 150 linear feet ❑> 150 linear feet Project is not completed. Some pipes have been extended. Areas around pipes should be matted to prevent sediment from entering streams. See attached photograph of erosion at one of the culvert sites. \�� / \\ I �� A l yy Y! ' �1 2 .i��P"f,'E i €- r tj r V FIAk NO INV ul aa i q, Vr �Ak p f fr 4 „V t� 3 ta .#R Wig`P—:I a F. ,k i/ f i F X ;."' .p"f� t Al ,� s.'d h t` - r• � 6�' �, y IN i7 H ,, y ., .. •rs" - ? F ,..v -IQ Ei py 40 _W l Culvert Replacement along South Skeenah Road t �\ ,� �` `� I� Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director " Division of Water Quality December 19, 2007 McDowell County DWQ Project 071945 TIP No. B-4197 Bridge-73 NCSR 1552 (Lake James Road) Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Dr. Greg Thorpe, PhD., Manager Planning and Environmental Branch North Carolina Department of Transportation 1548 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina,27699-1548 Dear Dr. Thorpe: You have our approval,in accordance with the conditions listed below, for the following impacts to Dales Creek and an unnamed tributary to Dales Creek for the purpose of constructing a new bridge on NCSR 1522 (Lake James Road)in McDowell County: Stream Impacts in the Catawba River Basin Site Permanent Temporary Permanent Temporary Total Stream Fill in Fill in Relocation Dewatering Stream Impacts Intermittent Intermittent in Perennial in Perennial Impact Requiring Stream(linear Stream(linear Stream Stream (linear ft) Mitigation ft) ft) (linear ft) (linear ft) (linear ft) Dales Creek 82 Ut to Dales Creek 167 Total Total Stream Impact for Project: linear feet. Temporary Impacts for Project: 82 linear feet. The project should be constructed in accordance with your application dated November 8, 2007 (received November 16, 2007), including the environmental commitments made in the application letter. After reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Nos. 3704 and 3688,corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Numbers 14 In addition, you should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. Please note that new 401 Water Quality Certifications went into effect on November 1,2007. These Certifications contain additional requirements that were not in the old certifications. You are strongly urged to review these new certifications (attached) and become familiar with their requirements. NorthCarolina North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Dr. Gregory J. Thorpe, PhD. December 19, 2007 Page Two This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should your project change, you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project(now or in the future) exceed one acre, or if total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6) and (7). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below, Condition(s) of Certification: 1. There shall be no excavation from or waste disposal into,jurisdictional wetlands or waters associated with this permit without appropriate modification. Should waste or borrow sites, or access roads to waste or borrow sites, be located in wetlands or streams, compensatory mitigation will be required since that is a direct impact from road construction activities. 2. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters unless otherwise approved by this Certification. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored upon completion of the project. 3. Adequate sedimentation and erosion control measures must be installed and maintained on the project site to minimize sediment transport to downstream aquatic resources. Temporary cover (wheat, millet or similar annual grain) or permanent herbaceous cover shall be planted on all bare soil within fifteen (15) days of ground disturbing activities to provide long-term erosion control. Erosion control mating shall be used in conjunction with appropriate seeding on disturbed soils in steep slope and riparian areas. Matting should be secured in place with staples or wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Straw mulch and tall fescue shall not be used in riparian areas. 4. NCDOT shall provide a stream relocation plan for the unnamed tributary to Dales Creek prior to starting work on the project. All channel relocations will be conducted in a dry work area and stabilized before stream flows are diverted. Channel relocations will be completed and stabilized, and must be approved on site by DWQ staff, prior to diverting water into the new channel. Compensatory mitigation for the stream impacts will be through the Ecosystem Enhancement Program, however, a plan indicating how the stream will be relocated and stabilized must be submitted. 5. If multiple pipes or barrels are required,they shall be designed to mimic the natural stream cross section as closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation and/or sills where appropriate. Widening the stream shall be avoided. Stream channel widening at the inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage. 6. Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to 167 linear feet of stream is required. We understand that you have chosen t perform compensatory mitigation for impacts to streams through the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program(EEP), and that the EEP has agreed to implement the mitigation for the project. EEP has indicated in a letter dated August 21, 2007 that they will assume responsibility for satisfying the federal Clean Water Act compensatory mitigation requirements for the above-referenced project, in accordance with the Tri-Party MOA signed on July 22, 2003 and the Dual-Party MOA signed April 12, 2004. 7. The post-construction removal of any temporary bridge structures must return the project site to its preconstruction contours and elevations. The impacted area shall be revegetated with appropriate native species. 8. Strict adherence to the most recent version of NCDOT's Best Management Practices For Bridge Demolition and Removal approved by the US Army Corps of Engineers is a condition of the 401 Water Quality Certification. 9. Bridge deck drains should not discharge directly into the streams. Stormwater shall be directed across the bridge and pre-treated through site-appropriate means (grassed swales, pre-formed scour holes, vegetated buffers, etc.) before entering the stream. Please refer to the most current version of Stormwater Best Management Practices. 10. For projects impacting waters classified by the NC Environmental Management Commission as Trout (Tr), High Quality Waters (HQW) or Water Supply I or II (WS-I, WS-II), stormwater shall be directed to vegetated buffer areas, grass-lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site for the purpose of pre-treating stormwater runoff prior to discharging directly into streams. Mowing of existing vegetated buffer areas is strongly discouraged. J. Thorpe,PhD. ..r 19, 2007 hree 11. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream, above and below the crossing, shall not be modified. Disturbed floodplains and streams shall be restored to natural geomorphic conditions. 12. Native riparian vegetation (e.g. rhododendron, dog hobble, willows, alders, sycamores, dogwoods, black walnut and red maple) must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing season following completion of construction. 13. The use of rip-rap above the Normal High Water Mark shall be minimized. Any rip-rap placed for stream stabilization shall be placed in stream channels in such a manner that it does not impede aquatic life passage. 14. Rip-rap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly designed, sized and installed. 15. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channels in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the introduction of other pollutants into the stream. 16. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants,hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials. 17. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the permit drawings submitted for approval. 18. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 19. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel, except where authorized by this certification. 20. A copy of this Water Quality Certification shall be maintained on the construction site at all times. In addition, the Water Quality Certification and all subsequent modifications, if any, shall be maintained with the Division Engineer and the on-site project manager. 21. All fill slopes located in jurisdictional wetlands shall be placed at slopes no flatter than 3:1, unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 22. The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary located within the construction corridor approved by this authorization shall be clearly marked by highly visible fencing prior to any land disturbing activities. Impacts to areas within the fencing are prohibited unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 23. The issuance of this certification does not exempt the Permittee form complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (i.e. local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable buffer rules, stormwater management rules, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements, etc. 24. The Permittee shall report any violations of this certification to the Division of Water Quality within 24-hours of discovery. 25. Upon completion of the project,the NCDOT Division Engineer shall complete and return the enclosed"Certificate of Completion Form" to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been completed. This form shall be returned to the Transportation Permitting Unit of the NC Division of Water Quality, 2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250, Raleigh,North Carolina 27604. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. This Certification shall become null and void unless the above conditions are made conditions of the Federal 404 and/or Coastal Area Management Act Permit. This Certification shall expire upon the expiration of the 404 or CAMA permit. �1 Dr. Gregory J. Thorpe,PhD. December 19,2007 Page Four If this Certification is unacceptable to you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within sixty(60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification,you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty(60)days following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made,this Certification shall be final and binding. This the 19th day of December 2007 DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY Coleen H. Sullins Director Michael F.Easley,Governor Q� William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources > 1-11 (D C Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. Jonathan Evans 11 Nursery Road ��( ,v,Yl(� Melville, NY 11747 ) Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION C zl�� .Evan's Property Caldwell County Dear Mr. Evans: On August 16, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for Evan's Property. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. NohCarotina Yaturall North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper G:IWPDATAIDEMWQ1Caldwell\Stormwater ManagementlEvan's Property Request.doc Mr. Jonathan Evans December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2�. This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You were contacted via phone on December 12, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis P.E. ` "' Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Mr. Mark Ambtman, CDS 224-f South Grove Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792 John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files l Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality 91,; Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 20, 2007 Fred Baker Town Of Waynesville PO Box C-100 Waynesville NC 28786 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Waynesville WWTP Permit No: NCO025321 Haywood County Dear Mr. Baker: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection conducted on December 6, 2007. Don Price and I of the Asheville Regional Office conducted the Compliance Evaluation Inspection. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NC0025321. Please pay particular attention to the comments in the summary section of the Report. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff has any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 296-4500. Sincerel Keith Hayn s Environmental Senior Specialist Enclosure cc: David Smith, ORC Central Files Asheville Files One NorthCarolina Naturally 2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone:(828)296-4500 Fax:(828)299-7043 Customer Service 1 877 623-6748 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 I NI 2 151 31 N00025321 111 1211 07/12/06 117 181 CI 191 SI 201 I Remarks 211IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ---------------------------Reserved---------------------- 67I 169 701 I 711 I 72 I N I 73 14 174 711 ( I I 1 I I 180 Section B: Facility Data I—L_l 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) 10:30 AM 07/12/06 06/06/01 Waynesville WWTP 300 Walnut Trl Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Waynesville NC 28786 12:15 PM 07/12/06 11/01/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data David Smith/ORC/828-452-4685/ Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Frederick L Baker,PO Box C-100 Waynesville NC 28786//704-456-4410/ No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Permit i Operations&Maintenance ®Facility Site Review ■Effluent/Receiving Waters Section D: Summary of Find in /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 '7 n �7 Keith Haynes — ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ Don Price Point Source Branch//828-296-4500/ !Z-70- 47 Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date t Roger C Edwards ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ JCr ZoZr EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 3I NC0025321 I11 121 07/12/06 117 18IC' Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) The Town should continue to monitor the problems with the secondary clarifiers. If the foaming problem persists, consideration should be given to requesting Technical Assistance from this Office. It is also recommended that the discharge at the river be watched in order to determine if the unusual appearance is due to low flows in the river or due to the addition of sulphur dioxide to the effluent. Page# 2 Permit: NCO025321 Owner-Facility: Waynesville WWTP ,pection Date: 12/06/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ n n n Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO,Sludge ■ n n n Judge,and other that are applicable? Comment: Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? n n ■ n Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ ❑ n #Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ n ■ n Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ ❑ ❑ n Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ n n n Comment: Bar Screens Yes No NA NE Type of bar screen a.Manual n b.Mechanical ■ Are the bars adequately screening debris? ■ n n n Is the screen free of excessive debris? ■ n ❑ ❑ Is disposal of screening in compliance? ■ n n n Is the unit in good condition? ■ n n n Comment: Grit Removal Yes No NA NE Type of grit removal a.Manual In b.Mechanical ■ Is the grit free of excessive organic matter? ■ n n Is the grit free of excessive odor? ■ n n n #Is disposal of grit in compliance? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Primary Clarifier Yes No NA NE Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? ■ ❑ ❑ n Page# 3 Permit: NCO025321 Owner-Facility: Waynesville WWTP Inspection Date: 12/06/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Primary Clarifier Yes No NA NE Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? ■ n n n Are weirs level? ■ n n n Is the site free of weir blockage? ■ n n n Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? n ■ n n Is scum removal adequate? ■ n n n Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? ■ ❑ ❑ n Is the drive unit operational? ■ ❑ n n Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? n n n ■ Is the sludge blanket level acceptable?(Approximately%of the sidewall depth) n n n ■ Comment: Settling and low flows has attributed to uneven flow over the weirs Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE Mode of operation Ext.Air Type of aeration system Diffused Is the basin free of dead spots? ■ n n n Are surface aerators and mixers operational? ■ n n n Are the diffusers operational? ■ n n n Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? ■ n n n Does the foam cover less than 25%of the basin's surface? ■ n n 171 Is the DO level acceptable? ■ n n n Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) n ■ n n Comment: Only one of the four aeration basins is currently in use as an aeration basin. DO was slightly elevated; however, Mr. Smith cut back on the blowers. Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? ■ n n n Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? ❑ ❑ ■ n Are weirs level? ■ n n n Is the site free of weir blockage? n ■ n n Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? n ■ n n Is scum removal adequate? n ■ n n Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? n ■ n n Page# 4 Permit: NCO025321 Owner-Facility: Waynesville WWTP >pection Date: 12/06/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE Is the drive unit operational? ■ n n f_1 Is the return rate acceptable(low turbulence)? ■ ❑ n n Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? ❑ ■ n n Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately%of the sidewall depth) ■ ❑ In n Comment: The facility was experiencing problems with settling in the clarifiers. The surface was covered in scum. Plant personnel were trying to determine the cause of the problem. It may be prudent for the Town to request technical assistance from the Asheville Regioinal Office. Disinfection-Gas Yes No NA NE Are cylinders secured adequately? ■ ❑ ❑ n Are cylinders protected from direct sunlight? ■ n n n Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant? ■ n n n Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ Is the contact chamber free of growth,or sludge buildup? ■ n n n Is there chlorine residual prior to de-chlorination? ❑ In n ■ Does the Stationary Source have more than 2500 Ibs of Chlorine(CAS No.7782-50-5)? ■ n n n If yes,then is there a Risk Management Plan on site? ■ ❑ n In If yes,then what is the EPA twelve digit ID Number?(1000 ) 1000-0014-1697 If yes,then when was the RMP last updated? Comment: De-chlorination Yes No NA NE Type of system? Gas Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount(1 to 1)? ❑ ■ n n Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ #Is de-chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ■ ❑ n Are the tablets the proper size and type? n n ■ El Comment: Ratioi of 1 to 1 will not adequately dechlorinate Are tablet de-chlorinators operational? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ Number of tubes in use? 0 Comment: None Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE Page# 5 Permit: NC0025321 Owner-Facility: Waynesville WWTP Inspection Date: 12/06/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ■ ❑ n n Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? 00 n n If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? n ❑ ■ ❑ Comment: The receiving stream at the point of the discharge did have a small amount of foam and appeared to be grey in color. Page# 6 A � Michael F.Easley,Governor G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary 1�- North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources QColeen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. Bill Keenan The Ridge at Glen Cannon LLC 5800 Asheville Highway Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION The Ridge at Glen Cannon Transylvania County Dear Mr. Keenan: On August 13, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for Grouse Ridge. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High ,Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. NAhCarolina �aturallr� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterqualiV.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper G:IWPDATAIDEMWQ1TransylvanialStormwater ManagmentlThe Ridge at Glen Cannon Request.doc Mr. Bill Keenan ` December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You were contacted via phone on December 12, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4665 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, �J' ") Stair Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Luther E. Smith &Associates, P.A. John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files �i a la T � Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary DUG North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources C� S Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. Sam Greenwood, County Manager Macon County 5 West Main Street Franklin, NC 28734 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION The Ridge at Glen Cannon Transylvania County Dear Mr. Keenan: On October 10, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for the Macon County Transfer Station. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. NoAhCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper G:IWPDATAIDEMWQIMaconlStormwater ManagementlMacon County Transfer Station Request.doc Mr. Sam Greenwood December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You were contacted via phone on December 12, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4665 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Mr. Jeffrey Bishop, McGill Associates John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files Michael F.Easley,Governor yWilliam G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources C' C Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. Hugh Fields F Development Company, LLC PO Box 56 Linville, NC 28646 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION Grandfather Center Mixed Use Caldwell County Dear Mr. Fields: On May 9, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for Evan's Property. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. NorthCarolina Na&rally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycledl10%Post Consumer Paper G:IWPDATAIDEMWQ1AverylStormwater ManagementlGrandfater Center Request.doc Mr. Hugh Fields December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. We have been in contact with your consultant Mr. Eric Thomley multiple times since June 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, r r Starr Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Mr. Eric Thomley, P.E., Municipal Engineering Services Company, PO Box 349, Boone NC 28607 John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files 'ATE 9� Michael F.Easley,Governor DAG)PWilliam G.Ross Jr.,Secretary r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources C� C Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Jon Finstrom ReMax Properties 1323 Gasparilla Drive Fort Myers, FL 33901 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION 52 Acre Residential Community, Lake Toxaway Transylvania County Dear Mr. Finstrom: On May 9, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for The 52 Acre Residential Community. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. f" NorthCarolina �atur�rllr� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled110%Post Consumer Paper G:\WPDATA\DEMWQ\Transylvania\Stormwater Managment\53 Acre Res Lake Toxaway request.doc Mr. Jon Finstrom December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit," you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail .to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You and/or your engineer were contacted via phone on July 18, 2007, July 19, 2007, and again on December 12, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4665 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P E--ram` Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Ms. Rebecca Johnson, McGill Associates, P.E. John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files � RQ Michael F.Easley,Governor yWilliam G.Ross Jr.,Secretary Un� s North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources -I © S Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. William Ferrell 618 Brookshire Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28216 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION LBA Properties Road Burke County Dear Mr. Ferrell: On June 15, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for LBA Properties. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. NorthCarolina lvaturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28 778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www,.ncwaterqual4.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper G:IWPDATAIDEMWQ1StormwaterlStormwater ManagementlORWHQW notification.doc Mr.William Ferrell December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2 , This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You were contacted via phone on June 26, 2007, June 29, 2007, and again via e-mail on July 16, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Mr. K. Lee Gragg, P.E. John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files A T, � Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary fp North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. Gregory Cairns PO Box 10466 Hickory NC 28603 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION Walker Valley Burke County Dear Mr. Cairns: On June 13, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for Walker Valley. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.,ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper G:1WPDATAIDEMWQ1BurkelStormwater ManagmentlWalker Valley Request.doc Mr. Gregory Cairns December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2,,, This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You were contacted via email on June 8, 2007, and again via phone on December 12, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Mr. K. Lee Gragg, P.E. John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files Michael F.Easley,Governor yWilliam G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources `C Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 Mr. Jonathan Evans 11 Nursery Road Melville, NY 11747 Subject: REQUEST FOR NOTIFICATION Evan's Property Caldwell County Dear Mr. Evans: On August 16, 2007, the Asheville Regional Office received a copy .of a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan for Evan's Property. State regulations 15A NCAC 2H.1000 require any project that is required to obtain either an Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan approval or a CAMA Major Permit and which meet any of the following criteria: (1) development activities draining to Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0225; or (2) development activities within one mile of and draining to High Quality Waters (HQW) as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0101(e)(5). to apply for a State Stormwater Management Permit. We have received notice that the subject project is located in either an. HWQ or an ORW area. In order to determine if a State Stormwater Management Permit will be required for this project, the classification of and distance of the project from the receiving waters must be verified by this Office. Please return the attached classification request form with a copy of a portion of the USGS quad sheet with the project and the closest downslope named receiving waters clearly noted. A Stormwater Management Permit Application, fee, and supporting information will be required if this project is either draining to an Outstanding Resource Water or is within 1 mile of and draining to a High Quality Water. Projects that drain to Water Supply Watersheds must be reviewed by the local governing authority for compliance. Please note that the project may not begin until the State Stormwater Management Permit has been issued. Also, be advised that there is a 90-day processing period that begins upon receipt of a complete application per 15A NCAC 02H.1009 and G.S. 143-215.1. No hCarolina ldturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper G:\WPDATA\DEMWO\Caldwell\stormwater Management\Evan's Property Request.doc Mr. Jonathan Evans December 20, 2007 Page 2 of 2 This letter is also meant to advise you that should you fail to comply with the terms and conditions of the State Stormwater Management Permit, you could be subject to enforcement as called for in Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil penalty (fine) of up to $25,000 per violation per day may be assessed for such violations. Please respond in writing to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter. Should you fail to respond in writing this office may proceed to violation and enforcement actions. You were contacted via phone on December 12, 2007 regarding submittal requirements for this project. To date no application has been submitted to this office. Please contact me at (828) 296-4500 if you have any questions or need clarification. Sincerely, Starr Silvis, P.E. Environmental Engineer cc: ARO DWQ SWPS Mr. K. Lee Gragg, P.E. John Hennessy, NPS-ACO Central Files f A Michael F.Easley,Governor � G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources t Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 20, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2325 Mr. Rod Hubbard Presbyterian Home for Children 80 Eden Lake Road Black Mountain, North Carolina 28711 Subject: Fast-Track Application Return Presbyterian Home for Children Buncombe County Dear Mr. Hubbard: Attached herewith is the Fast-Track Sewer Application which you submitted seeking permission to construct a sewer system to serve the Presbyterian Home for Children. The application is being returned for the following reason: (1) 1 understand that you are not an officer with the Presbyterian Home for Children. The Application needs to be signed by an officer of the Presbyterian Home for Children having the rank of at least Vice-President. This requires the modification of line A 1.b and D 1. I look forward to receiving a completed application. Please do not hesitate to call me at 828/296-4659 should you wish to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roy M. Davis Environmental Engineer cc: Shawn M. Lynch, PE Application Return-Presbyterian Home MSD Collection System None rthCarolina ,Vatmrally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX (828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper ��� r-� ATp-h� Michael F. Easley, Governor J � t� William G. Ross Jr., Secretary ' North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources > ; Coleen H. Sullins, Director G � Division of Water Quality °, . m_ Asheville December 21, 2007 Mr. Lee Smith, Director Water& Sewer Department City of Hendersonville 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032567 City of Hendersonville Lake Pointe Landing Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: In accordance with your application received on December 13, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032567 dated December 21, 2007, to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractor's " notice to proceed"for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. y Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Hendersonville December 21, 2007 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 City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of approximately 185 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer to serve Lake Pointe Landing, a 101 unit apartment complex, and the discharge of 22,320 gallons per day of additional wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on December 13, 2007 in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Hendersonville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025534) prior to being discharged into Mud Creek in the French Broad River Basin. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) \ 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025534) Surface Water Protection Central Files Tom Jones, PE PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE LAKE POINTE LANDING HENDERSON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT NUMBER WQ0032567 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of.Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 213 .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 Permit No. WQ0032567. City of Hendersonville. Lake Pointe Landing, Henderson County. December 21, . 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 o. WQ0032567, City of Hendersonville. Lake Pointe Landing, Henderson County. December 21 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the/occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 21st day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for tolaen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032567 3 Permit No WQ0062567 City of Hendersonville Lake Pointe Landing, Henderson County. December i- ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: 185 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ......................................................._................................... SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. Michael F.Easley,Governor QG William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary LKlam- North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION December 13, 2007 SECOND MAILING 12/21/2007 DWQ Project# 07-1889 RETURN RECEIPT # 7006 3450 0002 7064 1519 Rutherford County CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7006 3450 0002 7064 2286 Michael R. and Linda L. Bly 145 Blalock Road Boiling Springs, South Carolina 29316 Subject Property: Linda's Place Rutherford County REQUEST FOR MORE INFORMATION Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bly: On November 7, 2007, the NC Division of Water Quality received your application for stream impacts with respect to your proposed mining in the Second Broad River. Based on our review of your submitted application, the DWQ has determined that your application was incomplete and/or provided inaccurate information as discussed below. The DWQ will require additional information in order to process your application to impact protected wetlands and/or streams on the subject property. Therefore, unless we receive the additional information requested below, we will have to move toward denial of your application as required by 15A NCAC 2H .0506 and will place this project on hold as incomplete until we receive this additional information. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. 15A NCAC 02H 0506 (f) requires that "a lack of practical alternatives" be demonstrated. No discussion in regards to mining the project without directly impacting the aquatic resource has been presented. A discussion regarding practical alternatives with respect to a reduction or avoiding of impacts must be presented. NNo e hCarolma atural! North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)2964500 Customer Service Asheville Regional Office Internet:: www.ncwatergualitv.org FAX(828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal OpportunitylAffirmative Action Employer—50%Recycledl10%Post Consumer Paper December 2. Application Item III. requires a detailed site plan showing property boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. The included plans do note show the proposed development and lot locations. 3. Application Item 111. 10. requests a description of the overall project. Your submitted application details the impacts related to this activity as being "minor and temporary." The submitted floating dredge (Keene 6 Inch Dredge) data sheet states that "increased suction power will pull rocks from over a foot away and move a tremendous amount of material." You must explain how this amount of substrate disturbance is "minimal and temporary" to aquatic benthos. Additionally, you must explain / demonstrate how you will not violate state turbidity standards during the operation of the dredge (50 ntu). 4. Application Item XI. requests a stormwater management description for the entire development, for the life of the proposed activity. You application provides no discussion as to how stormwater will be managed. Please respond before the close of business on January 14, 2008 by sending four copies of this information to the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mrs. Cyndi Karoly 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Kevin Barnett Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 If we do not hear from you before January 14, 2008, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project as withdrawn. Linda's Place Page 3of 3 December 13,2007 nis letter only addresses the application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized (at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Mr. Kevin Barnett at 828-296-4657 if you have any questions regarding or would like to set up a meeting to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section RC E/khb cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry, Wildlife Resources Commission Cyndi Karoly, 401 /Wetlands Unit File Copy Central Files Filename: 07-1889.LindasPlace.Add-Info V?tA Michael F. Easley, Governor w ' G William G. Ross Jr., Secretary J North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources > { Coleen H. Sullins, Director fl �� Division of Water Quality Asheville December 21, 2007 Mr. Lee Smith, Director Water & Sewer Department City of Hendersonville 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032568 City of Hendersonville Carolina Village Building E &Assisted Living Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: In accordance with your application received on December 13, 2007, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032567 dated December 21, 2007, to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the contractor's " notice to proceed"for this project. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Hendersonville December 21, 2007 Page, 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 City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of approximately 1,450 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer to serve Carolina Village Building E &Assisted Living and the discharge of 22,320 gallons per day of additional wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on December 13, 2007 in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Hendersonville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025534) prior to being discharged into Mud Creek in the French Broad River Basin. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, for Cofeen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025534) Surface Water Protection Central Files Tom Jones, PE PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE CAROLINA VILLAGE BUILDING E &ASSISTED LIVING HENDERSON COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT NUMBER WQ0032568 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 Permit Na WQ0032568 City of Hendersonville Carolina Village Building E & Assisted Living Hen&, Dec. 21. 2007 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection, facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record_ Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permittr Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 ao. WQ0032568. City of Hendersonville Carolina Village Building E & Assisted Living, Henderson Co 21. 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 21 st day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION A� for of n H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032568 3 Permit No WQ0032568 City of Hendersonville Carolina Village Building E &Assisted Living Henderson G. Dec. 21. 2007 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: 1,450 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit, regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best,of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: _.......................................... .......... SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ......................... _.............._......................................; The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. {] Michael F.Easley,Governor William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality ' ram y - December 27, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 70641465 Mr. W. Lane Bailey, City Manager City of Lenoir Post Office Box 958 Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION with INTENT TO ENFORCE Permit No. WQCS00035 City of Lenoir Lenoir Collection System Caldwell County Dear Mr Bailey: A review has been conducted of the City of Lenoir's Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in the City of Lenoir's Collection System Permit (WQCS00035) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation is described below: NOV# Violation Location Cause Volume Date NOV-2007-DV-0348 12/11/2007 Meadow Street Force Main 16,000 Failure gal A Civil Penalty against the City of Lenoir for this illegal discharge to the State's surface waters is under consideration. It is standard practice within the Division of Water Quality to inform units of government of our intention to inforce and allow that unit of government the opportunity to provide any additional information regarding circumstances surrounding the SSO, response to the SSO, and how the experience gained will be used to reduce SSOs within the system. Please provide this information within 15 days of receipt of this notice. NorthCarolina North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 When reviewing 5-Day written reports for SSOs, this office requires information regarding impacts or lack of impact of the SSO on the State's surface waters. I encourage the City of Lenoir to do stream monitoring, both up and down stream of the spill site, to demonstrate impacts. Monitoring should be for pH, dissolved oxygen and/or fecal coliform and should occur while the spill is actually taking place. This Office offers non-regulatory Technical Assistance to anyone experiencing problems with wastewater treatment plants and/or collection systems. If you wish to request such assistance, you should call Mr. Don Price with the Asheville Regional Office at (828)-296-4500. Should you have need to discuss any aspect of this Notice, I encourage you to contact Roy Davis at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: PERCS Unit Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Mack W. Edmisten, City of Lenoir Don Price Roy Davis TIC Michael F.Easley,Governor G William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary f�- North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (� Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 27, 2007 G. Peter Jensen Carolina Equipment 994 Charlotte Highway Fairview,North Carolina 28730 Subject: Equipment Wash Wastewater Dear Mr.Jensen: This letter is follow-up to the site visit conducted at 994 Charlotte Highway on December 17, 2007. Through a review of the applicable Division,of Water Quality rules and stream classifications and consultation with other DWQ staff,the following has been determined: ■ The wash water you currently collect in the pit is considered an Industrial Wastewater. ■ The pit where the wastewater is collected may be considered an injection well,where the wastewater is allowed to infiltrate the subsurface and thereby infiltrate the underlying groundwater. ■ The discharge of the collected wastewater to the storm water culvert may not continue. ■ Gap Creek,where the wastewater discharges, is classified as a Trout Water. In consideration of the findings above, it is recommended that you immediately arrange for an alternative method to handle the wastewater generated at your business. Continuance of the present conditions will result in Notices of Violation being issued. Proper disposal of the wastewater might be accomplished by containing the water for discharge to the facility's septic system, if allowed by the Buncombe County Health Department. Additional options are also likely available. Please contact me at the phone number or address below within 30 days to inform me of your intentions or if you have any questions or concerns in this matter. The Aquifer Protection Section will conduct a follow-up site visit within six months regarding the disuse of the wastewater pit. Best regards, Chuck Cranford Environmental Specialist CC: Landon Davidson—Aquifer Protection NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper �� �` fi �/.. �r WA7" Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources l r Coleen H.Sullins, Director C3'> Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office December 27, 2007 Mr. Greg Edney, President Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1, LLC 1550 Hendersonville Road Asheville, North Carolina 28803 Subject: Permit No. WQ0032569 Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1. LLC West Chapel Plaza Wastewater Collection System Extension Buncombe County Dear Mr. Edney: In accordance with your application received on December 5, 2007 we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032569, dated December 27, 2007, to Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1, LLC for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Roy Davis a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. NoAhCarohna Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org Naturally 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1, LLC December 27, 2007 Pag, 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 Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1, LLC for the construction and operation of approximately 327 linear feet of 6-inch diameter gravity sewer and approximately 187 linear feet of fl- inch diameter gravity sewer to serve West Chapel Plaza, an office complex, and the discharge of 16,500 gallons per day of domestic wastewater into the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County's (MSD) existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received on December 5, 2007 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the MSD's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0024911) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. Construction of the subject wastewater collection system shall not commence until approval for the construction and operation of these sewers has been obtained from the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County. 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 30 days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed 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. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Roy Davis at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, for Coreen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Buncombe County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0024911) Gene D. Hinkle, PE MSD Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES NORTHWEST PROPERTY GROUP-BILTMORE 1, LLC WEST CHAPEL PLAZA BUNCOMBE COUNTY WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT WQ0032569 This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the _ application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 213 .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 Permit No WQ0032569 Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1 LLC West Chapel Plaza Buncombe Cv, 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collectior, facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that 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 Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours 2 - 6.WQ0032569. Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1. LLC, West Chapel Plaza, Buncombe Co.. Dec. 27, 2007 or on the next working day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 27th day of December, 2007 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for Col en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0032569 3 Permit No WQ0032569 Northwest Property Group-Biltmore 1 LLC West Chapel Plaza Buncombe CoLL, ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: 327 linear feet of 6-inch diameter gravity sewer and 187 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s)or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 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 above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division)Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ........:............................................................................................ : SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ................................................._.............: The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. J , .t J r,�q Michael F.Easley,Governor ` William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary pNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality December 28, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 70641472 Mr. Steve Rumsey, Manager Cross Development, LLC 16475 North Dallas Parkway, Suite 550 Addison, Texas 75001 Subject: Fast-Track Application Return North Hill Crossing Caldwell County Dear Mr. Rumsey: Attached herewith is the Fast-Track Sewer Application which you submitted seeking permission to construct a sewer system to serve North Hill Crossing in Caldwell County, North Carolina. The application is being returned for the following reasons: (1) By Act of the North Carolina General Assembly, effective September 1, 2007, Fast-Track Permit processing fees were increased from $400 to $480. When resubmitting the application please submit a single check made out to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources in the amount of $480. (2) Section A. 1 b indicates your title as Manager. Fast-Track Applications must be signed by some one having a rank of vice-president or higher. (3) Cross Development Lenoir, LP does not appear on the North Carolina Secretary of State's web site as being registered to conduct business in the State of North Carolina. I look forward to receiving a completed application. Please do not hesitate to call me at 828/296-4659 should you wish to discuss this matter. Sincerely, Roy M. Davis Environmental Engineer cc: Harold J. Marvin, PE Application Return-North Hill Crossing MSD Collection System NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.newaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX (828)299-7043 An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled/10%Post Consumer Paper 675 Lenoir Rhyne Blvd.SE LETTER ` A TA YVBA P.O. Box 1569 CXV/ENGINEERING SERVICES Hickory, ,NC 28603 (828) 485-2752 T RA N S M 1 TTA,®A Fax (828)327.6678 To. Date: —mil u Job No: :5�17 1116119 4W ell �;� Sent Attn: ` WE ARE SENDING YOU Enclosed Herewith ❑ Under Separate Cover VIA ❑ Printer ❑ Messenger Enlofail THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: ❑ Prints ❑ Reproducibles ❑ Original Drawings El Plans ❑ Details ❑ Sketches ❑ Shop Drawings ❑ Specifications ElSamples ElCopy of letter ElChange Order f�]- tner Copies No. Date Description 1,7 ! �.._ ❑ MTT INDICATED: ❑ Z 207THESE ARE TRANS For Review or Approval ❑ For Your Information VVAER ,,, 1TY sE ;;cw I.. a ❑ As Requested ❑ For Review and Comment REMARKS: COPY TO: �ransmittal ;7elclowre ❑ Transmittal ❑ Endo._ ❑ Transmittal ❑ Enclosure j Michael F.Easley,Governor �Q William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H.Sullins,Director n - Division of Water Quality w December 31, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 2349 Mr. Robert Boyette, City Manager City of Marion Post Office Drawer 700 Marion, North Carolina 28752-0700 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION with INTENT TO ENFORCE Permit No. WQCS00075 Incident # 200703533 City of Marion Marion Collection System McDowell County Dear Mr Boyette: A review has been conducted of the City of Marion's Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in the City of Marion's Collection System Permit (WQCS00075) and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation is described below: NOV# Violation Location Cause Volume Date NOV-2007-DV-0350 12/16/2007 East Court Street Grease 800 gal A Civil Penalty against the City of Marion for this illegal discharge to the State's surface waters is under consideration. It is standard practice within the Division of Water Quality to inform units of government of our intention to enforce and allow that unit of government the opportunity to provide any additional information regarding circumstances surrounding the SSO, response to the SSO, and how the experience gained will be used to reduce SSOs within the system. We are concerned that this is the second overflow occurring at this location this year. Your response should address inspection frequency of the East Court Street sewer. In our August 31, 2007 Collection ore NorthCarolina a North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service � atitrally Internet:wwwncwaterquality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 System Compliance Evaluation Inspection report cover letter, we stressed the importance of management of FOG as they effect the City of Marion collection system. Your response should address progress being made in this area. Please provide this information within 15 days of receipt of this notice. When reviewing 5-Day written reports for SSOs, this office requires information regarding impacts or lack of impact of the SSO on the State's surface waters. I encourage the City of Lenoir to do stream monitoring, both up and down stream of the spill site, to demonstrate impacts. Monitoring should be for pH, dissolved oxygen and/or fecal coliform and.should occur while the spill is actually taking place. This Office offers non-regulatory Technical Assistance to anyone experiencing problems with wastewater treatment plants and/or collection systems. If you wish to request such assistance, you should call Mr. Don Price with the Asheville Regional Office at (828)-296-4500. Should you have need to discuss any aspect of this Notice, I encourage you to contact Roy Davis at 828-296-4659. Sincerely, J Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: PERCS Unit Surface Water Protection Section Central Files Steve Basney, City of Marion Don Price Roy Davis