WQCSD0524_Inspection_20190815

Permit: WQCSD0524
SOC:
County: Pender
Region: Wilmington
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Pender County
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Pender County Deemed Municipal Collection Systen
Contact Person: Anthony Colon
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Title: Deputy Utilities Director
Certification:
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Related Permits:
NC0023965 Cape Fear Public Utility Authority - Wilmington Northside WWTP
NC0003450 Town of Wallace - Wallace Regional WWTP
NC0081736 Pender County - Melinda B Knoerzer Adaptive Ecosystem WWTP
WQ0035049 Pender County - Maple Hill WWTF
Inspection Date: 08/15/2019 Entry Time: 09:OOAM Exit Time: 11:OOAM
Primary Inspector: Helen I Perez Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control
Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines
Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSDO524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/15/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
A routine compliance inspection of the Pender County Deemed Collection System was conducted on August 15, 2019. The
purpose of the evaluation was to verify that the collection system is operating in compliance with the conditions and
limitations specified in Permit WQCSD0524. Anthony Colon, Assistant Utilities Director and Bob Forand, operator, were
present during the inspection.
Fender County Utilities has recently experienced many changes in staff. Due to this transitioning period, most
documentation was not easily located for review during the inspection. Never the less, the collection system appeared to be
well maintained and operated by the County.
The following documentation needs to be located or maintained:
1. Pump station inspections and maintenance
2. Spill Response Plan
3. High priority line inspections
4. Right-of-way maintenance
5. Map of collection system
The following deficiencies were noted:
1. A 24-hour notification sign posted at all pump stations
2. Biannual distribution of FOG educational materials to both commercial and residential users
A Notice of Deficiency will be issued for this inspection and a follow-up inspection will be conducted within 3 months to verify
that Pender County is in compliance with Permit WQCSD0524. Please review the the comment section of the inspection
report for more details.
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Permit: WQCSDO524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/15/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit:
Routine
General
Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
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# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
WQCS00012
Is there a overall sewer system map?
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Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
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Pipe location
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# Flow direction
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# Approximate pipe age
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# Pump station ID, location and capacity
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# Force main air release valve location & type
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# Location of satellite connections
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Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment: The Rocky Point area of Pender County is the satellite system that flows to the CFPUA
collection system. Maps were not readily available for review during inspection.
Grease Control Yes No NA NE
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
A pamphlet is mailed out once a year to customers. The County is planning on adding FOG education to the
Pender County website to satisfy their biannual distribution requirement.
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is action taken against violators? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The County requires submittal of once a month cleaning records from facilities with grease
traps. Cape Fear Public Utitlity is currently working with the County on an inspection and
enforcement program.
Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, describe type of bypass and location
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? ❑ ❑ ❑
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/15/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
# Response time
# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
# Access to cleaning equipment
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
# Source of emergency funds
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
# Post-overflow/spill assessment
Comment: The Spill Response Action Plan was not readily available for review during inspection.
Inspections
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
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Comment: Pump stations appear to be maintained, but inspection and maintenance records were not
readily available for review. The County has two HPL, a force main under the NE Cape Fear and
Turkev Creek. There is no documentation of HPL insDections.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Gravity line behind Trask High School.
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment: This riqht of way is cleared once a year but is not documented.
Pump Stations
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Permit: WQCSDO524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/15/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Trask High School
Pender Packing
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
5
# Number of vacuum stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
170
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
0
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
5
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
0
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
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Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
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# Do they all have telemetry installed?
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Is the telemetry system functional?
0
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
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Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
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Pump station identifier?
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# Address?
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Instructions for notification?
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24-hour emergency contact numbers?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
0
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If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
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Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
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# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
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# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
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# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
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If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
0
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Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
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Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
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Inspecting and exercising all valves?
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Permit: WQCSD0524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/15/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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Comment: There are no 24-hour signs posted at the pump stations. The County is currently having signs
made. The generators are maintained and tested by a contracted company. There are 13-14
spare simplex pumps available and 7 currently out for rebuild.
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