SDTF8402_PERMIT_INITIAL_2023

March 17, 2023

Mr. James Timothy Ashley Jr.
Cotton Patch Campground
41697 Gurley Road
New London, NC 28127

RE: SDTF-84-02 Permit Issuance
Cotton Patch Campground
Gurley Road in Stanly County

Dear Mr. Ashley Jr.:

The NC Division of Waste Management has reviewed your application for a permit to operate a Septage
Detention and Treatment Facility in Stanly County. Your application has been approved in accordance
with NC Septage Management Rules and your permit, SDTF-84-02, is enclosed. This permit covers the use
of two below ground 3,000-gallon concrete tanks for the storage of domestic septage discharged from
recreational vehicles that are not being used as permanent residences. This permit shall expire on March
17, 2024.

Please read the permit conditions carefully. When communicating to the Division about this permit, refer
to it as “SDTF-84-02.” Failure to operate the septage detention facility in accordance with NC Septage
Management Rules and the enclosed permit could subject you to administrative penalties of up to
$15,000 per violation per day. If you have questions concerning this permit or septage in general, please
do not hesitate to contact me at 919-707-8283.

Sincerely,

Chester R. Cobb, Environmental Program Consultant
Division of Waste Management. NCDEQ

Enclosures
copies: Central File
Stanly County Health Department

Facility Permit No.: SDTF-84-02 Cotton Patch Campground Permit to Operate March 17, 2023 Page 1 of 3

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY DIVISION OF WASTE MANAGEMENT
SOLID WASTE SECTION
PERMIT TO OPERATE A SEPTAGE DETENTION
AND TREATMENT FACILITY
Cotton Patch Campground James Timothy Ashley Jr. 41697 Gurley Road New London, NC 28127
is hereby permitted to operate Septage Detention and Treatment Facility with permit # SDTF-84-02 located on Gurley Road in Stanly County at approximate position 35.43496° N latitude and -80.18860° E longitude. This site is permitted only for operations that are conducted in accordance with the representations made in the approved application, with all conditions attached to this permit, and with all of the provisions of 15A NCAC 13B.0800 -- Septage Management. Failure to operate as permitted may result in the Department suspending or revoking this permit, initiating action to enjoin the unpermitted operation, imposing administrative penalties, or invoking any other remedy as provided in Chapter 130A, Article 1, Part 2 of the North Carolina General Statutes. This facility is subject to periodic inspection, as deemed necessary by the Division of Waste Management, to determine if the facility is in compliance with this permit. This permit is subject to review at least annually, or more often if deemed necessary by the Division of Waste Management, to determine if the operations permitted are consistent with the Septage Management Rules in effect at the time of the review. Modifications to the conditions of this permit may be made where necessary to make this permit conform to the requirements of rules in effect at the time of the review. ____________________________ Perry Sugg Environmental Compliance Branch
Solid Waste Section
Division of Waste Management, NCDEQ
Facility Permit No.: SDTF-84-02 Cotton Patch Campground Permit to Operate March 17, 2023 Page 2 of 3

CONDITIONS OF OPERATING PERMIT

1. This facility shall be maintained and operated in a manner that will protect the
assigned water quality standards of both surface and ground waters.

2. Leaks and spills are the responsibility of the Permittee and shall be immediately
contained, cleaned up, and treated to prevent any contamination of the surrounding
area. Any solids from leaks or spills shall be disposed of in a manner consistent with
the NC Solid Waste Management Rules.

3. The method for controlling odors described in the approved application for this permit
must effectively minimize odors created by the operation of this facility as required by
15A NCAC 13B .0838(g).

4. Erosion and runoff control measures shall be implemented to prevent migration of
soil or wastes off this facility. The installation of groundwater monitoring wells or a
leak detection system may be required at the discretion of the Division of Waste
Management.

5. This permit shall not affect the applicability of any statutes, rules, regulations, or
ordinances that may be imposed by other local, state, or federal government agencies
that may have jurisdiction over this facility.

6. This permit may be modified or reissued at any time to incorporate any conditions,
limitations, and/or monitoring requirements the Division deems necessary to
adequately protect the environment and public health.

7. This facility consists of two below ground 3,000-gallon concrete tanks for the storage
of domestic septage discharged from recreational vehicles that are not being used
as permanent residences. Storage or treatment of any liquid or solid wastes other
than those specified in the approved application for this permit is prohibited.

8. This facility shall only be operated under the supervision of Cotton Patch Campground
staff. The Division shall be notified of any changes to this facility or its’ operation prior
to implementation.

Facility Permit No.: SDTF-84-02 Cotton Patch Campground Permit to Operate March 17, 2023 Page 3 of 3

9. This facility shall be maintained to prevent the overflow of septage from the septage
detention tank. The Permittee is responsible for contacting a permitted Septage
Management Firm for the removal of septage from the detention tank.

10. This permit shall expire on March 17, 2024. Renewal or modification of this permit
shall be in accordance with 15A NCAC 13B .0837 (n) or (q). An application for permit
renewal shall be submitted at least ninety (90) days prior to the permit renewal date.

11. Records shall be maintained in accordance with the Septage Management Rules.
These records shall be made available to a representative of the Division upon request.

12. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon
presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises, or place on or
related to the facility, at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining
compliance with this permit; may inspect or copy any records that must be kept under
the conditions of this permit; or may obtain samples of groundwater, surface water,
or leachate.

13. The setbacks prescribed by 15A NCAC 13B .0838 (m) shall be maintained at all times.
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