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NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO086436
FACILITY NAME: Cane Creek Elementary School
OWNER NAME: Buncombe County Schools
GRADE: WW-2
eDMR PERIOD: 05-2018 (May 2018)
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
CLASS: WW-2
ORC: Richard Morgan Swilling
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
VERSION: 1.0
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: Buncombe
ORC CERT NUMBER: 985285
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NPDES PERMIT NO.: NC0086436
FACILITY NAME: Cane Creek Elementary School
OWNER NAME: Buncombe County Schools
GRADE: WW-2
eDMR PERIOD: 05-2018 (May 2018)
COMPLIANCE STATUS: Non -Compliant
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
CLASS: WW-2
ORC: Richard Morgan Swilling
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
VERSION: 1.0
CONTACT PHONE N: 8282511900
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: Buncombe
ORC CERT NUMBER: 985285
STATUS: Processed
SUBMISSION DATE: 06212018
06/21/2018
ORC/Certifier Signature: Richard Morgan Swilling E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone] Date
By this signature, I certify that this report is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens public health or the environment.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for improvements to be made as required by part II.E.6 of
the NPDES permit.
Permittee/Submitter Signature:*** Robert Patrick Barr E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone] Date
Permittee Address: 570 Lower Brush Creek Rd Fletcher NC 28732 Permit Expiration Date: 12/31/2020
I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed
to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the
system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for
knowing violations.
LAB NAME: Pace
CERTIFIED LAB #: 40
PERSON(s) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Rick Swilling
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit [phone] or by visiting http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/forms.
FOOTNOTES
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be entered for all of the parameters on the DMR
for entire monitoring period.
** ORC on Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC SG .0204.
* ** Signature of Permiuee: If signed by other than the permittee, then delegation of the signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B
.0506(b)(2)(D).

NPDES PERMIT NO.: NC0086436
FACILITY NAME: Cane Creek Elementary School
OWNER NAME: Buncombe County Schools
GRADE: WW-2
eDMR PERIOD: 05-2018 (May 2018)
Report Comments:
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
CLASS: WW-2
ORC: Richard Morgan Swilling
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
VERSION: 1.0
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: Buncombe
ORC CERT NUMBER: 985285
STATUS: Processed
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ROY COOPER NORTH CAROLINA
Governor Environmental Quality
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Interim Director
Certified Mail # 7017 2620 0000 9759 3837
Return Receint Requested
October 30, 2018
Clark Wyatt
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.l(a)(6)
and NPDES W W Permit No. NCO086436
Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Case No. LV-2018-0256
Buncombe County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $318.68 ($200.00 civil penalty
+ $118.68 enforcement costs) against Buncombe County Schools.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the Discharge Monitoring Report
(DMR) submitted by Buncombe County Schools for the month of May 2018. This review has shown the subject facility
to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES W W Permit No.
NC0086436. The violations, which occurred in May 2018, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Buncombe County Schools violated the terms, conditions
or requirements of NPDES W W Permit No. 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).
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

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Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the
Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality and the Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G.
Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor, Asheville Regional Office hereby make the following civil penalty
assessment against Buncombe County Schools:
$200.00 2 of 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.l (a)(6) and Permit No. NC0086436, by discharging waste water
into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for BOD, 5-Day (20 Dee. C)
- Concentration
200.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
118.68 Enforcement Costs
318.68 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 (30) days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
(1) Submit payment of the penalty, OR
(2) Submit a written request for remission, OR
(3) Submit a written request for an administrative hearing
Option 1: Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environmental Quality (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:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

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Option 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 Resources 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 Water Resources 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 Resources also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for
Remission Request."
Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

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Option 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 petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) - provided
the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS 5150B-23.2) is received in the
Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You
should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the
filingprocess.
The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows:
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699 6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
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 with the Division of Water Resources staff of the Asheville
Regional Office at [phone] or via email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
oxusiane by:
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G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
Case Number: LV-2018-0256 County: Buncombe
Assessed Party: Buncombe County Schools/ Cane Creek Elementary
Permit No.: NCO086436 Amount Assessed: $318.68
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 apply. 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:

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
Buncombe County Schools )
Cane Creek Elementary School )
PERMIT NO. NCO086436 ) CASE NO. LV-2018-0256
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $318.68 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division
of Water Resources dated October 30.2018, 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 Resources 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

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ATTACHMENT A
Buncombe County Schools
CASE NUMBER: LV-2018-0256
PERMIT: NCO086436
FACILITY: Cane Creek Elementary School
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
REGION: Asheville
COUNTY: Buncombe
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 • Effluent
Violation Report Unit of Limit Calculated %Over Violation
Date Month/Yr Parameter Frequency Measure Value Value Limit Type
Penalty
Amount
5/15/2018 5-2018 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. Weekly mg/I 45 81.1 80.2 Daily $100.00
C) - Concentration Maximum
Exceeded
5/22/2018 5-2018 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. Weekly mg/I 45 58 28.9 Daily $100.00
C) - Concentration Maximum
Exceeded

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DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
Violator: Buncombe County Schools
Facility Name: Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Permit Number: NCO086436
County: Buncombe
Case Number: LV-2018-0256
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
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;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
Two Daily Max BODs exceeded the permit limit by 80.22% & 28.88%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved is unknown.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal and additional aeration. It
would also include more operating and maintenance time on site and the cost of additional chemical
treatment.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of collection of the additional samples and the cost of
analyzing them at a certified lab.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
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
There have been no civil penalty enforcements in the twelve months prior to this violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$118.68
DmuftneE by:
10/30/2018 E81]A3B2858EBC..
Date G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

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Water Resources
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Certified Mail # 7016 1370 0001 6572 0426
Return Receipt Requested
July 6, 2018
Clark Wyatt
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-LV-0484
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Permittee:
ROY COOPER
Gorernor
NHCHAEL S. REGAN
secretory
LINDA CULPEPPER
buerim Director
A review of the May 2018 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 5/15/2018 45 81.1 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0310)
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 5/22/2018 45 58 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0310)
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES WW Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of
not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or
fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

If you wish to provide additional information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of this Notice.
A review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the submitted Monitoring
Report(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no
response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be
prepared.
Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law. 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.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E. the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, please contact Janet Cantwell of the
Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
For: G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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BELVIN HALL
ASSISTANCE DIRECTOR MAINTENANCE
BUNCOMBE COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
167 CRAVEN STREET
ASHEVILLE NC 28806
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Cane Creek Elementary School
Permit Number: NCO086436
Case Number: LV-2008-0405
Buncombe County
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 00743636 in the amount of $615.00
received from you dated November 20, 2008. This payment satisfies in full the above civil
assessment levied against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this
penalty in no way precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the
applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-807-6387.
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DWQ Asheville Regional Office Supervisor
Mailing Address Phone [phone]
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Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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brth C rolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
O LE cp$ E- t Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
November 12, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7007 1490 0004 0798 8770
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2008-LV-0531
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
I,
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for August 2008 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Solids, Total Suspended
08/12/08
45 mg/I
46.7 mg/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 Janet Cantwell.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State
law. 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: DWQ Asheville Files
DWQ Central Files
Bob Guerra/ DWQ Enforcement Files
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Nort�4-G.� rolina Department L . ironment and Natural Resources
(� 1 L E Copy Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
November 5, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7007 1490 0004 0798 8602
Mr. R. Belvin Hall
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 N00086436
Buncombe County Board of Education
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Case No. LV-2008-0405
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $615.00
($550.00 civil penalty + $65.00 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 2008. 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 2008 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:
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DWQ Case Number: LV-2008-0405 County: Buncombe
Assessed Party: Buncombe County BOE/ Cane Creek Elementary WWTP
Permit No.: NC0086436 Amount Assessed: $615.00
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:

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NPDES NO: NCO086436 DISCHARGE NO: 001 MONTH: June YEAR: 2008
FACILITY NAME. BUnc County Schools -Cane Creek Elem CLASS: II COUNTYBuncombe
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC): Ken Henson GRADE: III Phone: [phone]
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES(1): Pace Analytical (2)
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED:
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES:
Ken Henson
MAIL ORIGINAL AND ONE COPY TO:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILE
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Division of Water Quality
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Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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DATE
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DIVISION OF WA1 r,R QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
Violator: Buncombe County Board of Education/ Cane Creek Elementary WWTP
County: Buncombe
Case Number: LV-2008-0405
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in 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;
All effluent violations are detrimental to the receiving stream.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
Two Daily Maximum BOD violations exceeded permit limits by 56.22 % & 23.33 % and one
Monthly Average BOD exceeded permit limits by 31.00 %.
One Daily Maximum TSS exceeded permit limits by 31.11 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations are detrimental to thq receiving stream.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
It is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
It is unknown.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It is unknown.
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
There have been two prior assessments in the past twelve months.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$65.00
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ate Ro i r C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office

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Michael.F Easley, Governor
North Caro W 11 G. Ross Jr.,
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ment and Natural Resources
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
February 6, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
7002 0460 0001 9899 6654
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
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Buncombe County
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
1^ ®C' L E `A ^ PYCarolina Department r William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
h �J o, —nvironment 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.l(a)(6)
and NPDES Permit NCO086436
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. l(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:
I ,yJ North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
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-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 143B-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

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
BUNCOMBE COUNTY BOE /
CANE CREEK SCHOOL
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
`VAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
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

ATTACHMENT A
Buncombe County Board of Education
CASE NUMBER: LV-2007-0459
PERMIT: NC0086436 FACILITY: Cane Creek Elementary School COUNTY: Buncombe REGION: Asheville
PENALTY
MONITORING
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DATE
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
Violator: Buncombe County Board of Education/ Cane Creek School
County: Buncombe
Case Number: LV-2007-0459
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in 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;
There was no quantifiable harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to
private property; however, all effluent violations are detrimental to the receiving stream.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max BOD exceeded the permit limit by 55.56 % and the Monthly Average BOD
was exceeded by 19.17 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
The effect is unknown.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount is unknown.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
Operator reported that plant received toxic shock from cleaners and floor strippers.
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
There has been one prior assessment in the past year.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$65.07.
11/4/07
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Surface Water Protection Section
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Q William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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� r Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
O Y Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
May 14, 2007 t!
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 2150 0005 2459 6172
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0259
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for February 2007 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-
02/13/07
400
600 #/100ml
Daily
FC Broth,44.5C
#/100ml
Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
37
Roger . Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra / Enforcement Files
RPB Systems / ORC
�2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax)
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Asheville Regional Office
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October 19, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 70641588
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0506
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for August 2007 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C)
08/21/07
45 mg/I
55.1 mg/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 Janet Cantwell.
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 maywish to consider applying
for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Don Price of this Office for additional information.
North Carolina Division of Water Duality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone]
Internet: www.ncwateraualitv.ora FAX [phone]
NP,AQ�lhCarolina
Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

AN r r
RPB Systems
Construction services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
May 14, 2007
Mr. Roger Edwards
North Carolina Department of
Environmental Health and Natural Resources
Water Quality Section
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Notice of Violation
NOV-2007-LV-0189
NPDES Permit NCO086436 Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Elementary School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Edwards,
This letter is written on behalf of the Buncombe County Schools to provide information as to remedial
action taken to the above referenced facility. RPB Systems, Inc. is the contract operations firm, which
operates this facility.
The plant had an 800#/100m1 daily maximum reported on 12-19-07. The shortfall of low or no chlorine
residuals leaving the facility is trapped bacteria within the dechlorination chamber. We have tried to keep
these chlorine/dechlorination chambers as clean as possible. Our operator has requested we quote the
school board 4-stack chlorination/dechlorination to provide a better kill/chlorine removal to help these fecal
hits.
I tru t you will call if you have any further questions or concerns.
Robert Barr
Cc: Mr. Belvin Hall
Ken Henson
File
IN MAY 1 5 2007
WATER C LiALITY Si3CTiON
A4P-'Pl LF R'i`•Yir,,,, r..
P.O. Box 1325 Asheville, N.C. 28802
(828)-251-1900 (828)-251-1945

�OF W A7-j QQ Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
O (� North Carolic_ _.epartment of Environment and Natural Resources
61
r Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
5 1 Division of Water Quality
O C
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION April 18, 2007 1 ' L E((
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 2150 0005 2459 5625
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville. North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0189
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for December 2006
showed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-
12/19/06
400
800 #/100ml
Daily
FC Broth,44.5C
#/100ml
Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
N,o,���hCarolina
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 ,/VQ i—t 7i/i,�

WA7-F9 Michael F. Easley, Governor
/^� William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
9G Calolina Departmentt nvironment and Natural Resources
r
:. Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
++ g Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
March 27, 2007
Mr. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director of Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: Compliant
Buncombe County Board of
Education
Cane Creek Elementary School
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on February 28, 2007. The facility appeared to be in
compliance with Permit # NC0086436. Mr. Henson is doing a fine job of operating this
facility.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500, Ext.
4667.
Sincerely,
net Cantwell
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: WQ Asheville Files, w/ attachment
WQ Central Files, w/ attachment
Ken Henson/ORC, RPB Systems, w/ attachment
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748
No` Carolina
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
/t!1 Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
Fofm Approved.
f_
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 LNJ 2 1 �1 3I NCOoi+e436 111 12I 07/oz/20 i 17
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Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CA
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7172 u
67L 169 70tJ
73LJ174 75L.I I I I I 80
Section B: Facility Data
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 Numbers
Cane Creek Elementary School
09:35 AM 07/02./28
06/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
570 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Fletcher. NC 28732
10:15 AM 07/02/28
10/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representafive(s)Mtles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
3e.lvin Hall,.167 Craven St Ashevi.l.le NC 28806//828-232-4244/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection Check only those areas evaluated
Permit Operations & Maintenance E Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative
and checklists as necessary)
(see attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Janet Cantwell ARC SQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
�70-
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

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Permit: NCO086436 Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary
School
Inspection Date: 02128/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No
NA
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(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
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Comment:
Operations &Maintein, ain. ce
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Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Comment:
Record Keeping
Yes
No
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Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Results of analysis and calibration
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Transported COCs
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Permit: NC0086436
Inspection Date: 02/28/2007
Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
SeCOnda _Y Ma rifler
Yea
No
NA
NE
Is scum removal adequate?
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Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
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De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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2
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No
NA
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Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
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Comment:
Page # 5

Michael F. Easley, Governor
f William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
( North Carolina Department vironment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
March 7, 2007
Belvin Hall
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven St
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Cane Creek Elementary School
Permit Number: NCO086436
Case Number: LV-2007-0072
Buncombe County
Dear Dear Mr. Hall::
IS
(L I fvIAA 1 2 2007
l
WATER 22J!._l
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 707987 in the amount of $226.82 received
from you dated February 26, 2007. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied
against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083 Ext. 539.
Sincerely,
4
Carolyn Bryant
cc: DWQ Asheville Regional Office Supervisor
Central Files
Np��,�;`thnCarolina
dvatmally
1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone] Customer Service 1 800 623-7748

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Present to: BUNCOMBE COUNTY SCHOOLS 66-30 N0.707987
First -Citizens Bank &Trust SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET FUND 531
Asheville, N.C.:
GENERAL EXPENSE VOUCHER DATE CHECK NUMBER
ASHEVILLE, N.C.
f021261017 707957
PAY EXACTLY *******226 DOLLARS AND 82 CENTS
000006841
NC DENR—DIV OF WATER QUALITY
TO 1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
ORDER RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617
OF
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DjsUR$EMET Hu BEEN ARRRo As RE.RE. By
THE SCHOOL BurCE AHo Fl.0 LCO TlC ACT.
VOID AFTER �90 AP
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SCH L FINANCE OFFICER

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department �. environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
February 13, 2007
A^I
CERTIFIED MAIL f
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 2150 0005 2459 6509
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director of 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 NCO086436
Buncombe County Board of Education
Cane Creek Elementary School
Case No. LV-2007-0072
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $226.82
($100.00 civil penalty+ $126.82 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 2006. 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 occun-ed in September 2006 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:
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone: [phone] FAX:[phone] Customer Service 1- 800 623-7748

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 143B-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

JUS' IFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2007-0072 County: Buncombe
Assessed Party: Buncombe County Board of Education
(Cane Creek Elementary School)
Permit No. NC0086436 Amount Assessed: $226.82
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.l(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:

ATTACHMENT A
Buncombe County Board of Education
CASE NUMBER: LV-2007-0072
PERMIT: NCO086436
FACILITY: Cane Creek Elementary School
COUNTY: Buncombe
REGION:
Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
PENALTY REPORT
OUTFALL/
PPI
VIOLATION
LOCATION PARAMETER DATE
FREQUENCY
UNIT OF
MEASURE
LIMIT
CALCULATED
VALUE
%OVER
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$.00 9-2006
001
Effluent FEC COLI
09/19/06
Weekly
#/100ml
400
430
7.50
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00 9-20D6
001
Effluent FEC COLI
09/26/06
Weekly
#/100ml
400
940
110.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$.00 9-2006
001
Effluent FEC COLI
09/30/06
Weekly
#/100ml
200
211.31
5.66
Monthly Geometric Mean
Exceeded

■ CQ"'ate items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete A. Signature..,
Re. if Restricted Delivery is desired. X �,`�e' w
■ Print your name and address on the reverse K/
so that we can return the card to you. B. Received by
■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece,
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�.;' Environment and Natural Resourcf
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, Nc 287
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167 CRAVEN STREET
ASHEVILLE NC 28806

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f W1 m G. Ro Jr., tar
North Carolina Department of Environgntand Natural Resou Pces
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
October 4, 2006
Marshall Roberts
Buncombe County Board of Education
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
SUBJECT: Followup Compliance Evaluation
Inspection
Status: Compliant
Cane Creek Elementary School
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Roberts:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on September 20, 2006. The facility appeared to be in
compliance with Permit # NC0086436.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Janet Can`lweH-
Environmental Technician
Enclosure
cc: WQ Asheville Files, w/ attachment
WQ Central Files, w/ attachment
RPB Systems, w/ attachment
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748
No thCaro a
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 204a0
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Ins ection 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 NCO086436 111 12I 06/09/20 117
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181 rl 191 Si 20I
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Remarks
21IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII1III1,111,11,6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 CA
---- -------- -------------- Reserved ------------------- --
67I I69 70LJ 1 I 71I ty1 72I1A
73I I I74 75I I I I I I I I80
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also Include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Cane Creek Elementary School
09:45 AM 06/09/20
06/02/01
Exit Time/Date _
Permit Expiration Date
570 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Fletcher NC 28732
10:10 AM 06/09/20
10/12/31
Names) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Robert P Barr/ORC%828-251-1900/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/iitle/Phone and Fax Number
Belvin Ha11,167 Craven St Asheville NC 28806//828-232-9244/ Contacted
yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports
I♦ Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signatures) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Janet Cantwell / ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/
Signal O A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
tt�anagement
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

Permit: NCO086436 Owner- Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 09/20/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
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Is the facility as described in the permit?
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
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■
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Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
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Cl
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
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Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
■
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge
■
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❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
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Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
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Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
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Dates of analysis
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Name of person performing analyses
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Transported COCs
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Permit: NC0086436
Inspection Date: 09/20/2006
Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
■
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Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
■
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Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Cl
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Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
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# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
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Comment
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Number of tubes in use? 2
Comment:
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OF Vqp)-F Michael F. Emicy, Governor
\OCR ,RQG William G. R s' c"scretary
North Carolina Depar{menpnf Eiron ent'and al Resources
y- AI Alim PiE: Director
�_ ...1 Division. of�Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
September 6, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 00013553 1541
Marshall Roberts
Buncombe County Board of Education
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LV-0429
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Roberts:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary school's monitoring report for June 2006 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Solids, Total Suspended
06/27/06
45 mg/I
63 mg/I .
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
Please note that the box marked "Compliant" on the DMR should have been marked "Non -
Compliant."
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action 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 20 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, If you should have
any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
WQ Enforcement Files/Bob Guerra
Ken Henson/ORC, RPB Systems
N ithCarolina
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 ,%�1Q(llCll//J�

RPB Sy s gems
Constmc(ion Services •Contract Operations • Maimenance
July 11, 2006
Mr. Roger Edwards
North Carolina Department of
Environmental Health and Natural Resources
Water Quality Section
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Notice of Violation
NOV-2006-LV-0283
NPDES Perr.:it NC00864326 Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Middle School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Edwards,
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P.O. Box 1325 • Asheville, NC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax
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JUL 1 3 2006
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
This letter is written on behalf of the Buncombe County Schools to provide information
as to remedial action taken to the above referenced facility. RPB Systems, Inc. is the
contract operations firm, which operates this facility.
As outlined in your June 16, 2006 letter the treatment plant exceeded the daily BOD limit
of 45mg/I with a 58 mg/I on 3/9/06.
As stated on the back of the DMR our operator stated he was having trouble with D.O. in
the aeration basin. He adjusted the blower run time and the plant improved within a
week of the bad sample.
The plant was back in compliance in April 2006.
will call if you have any further questions or concerns.
Cc: Mr. Belvin Hall
Ken Henson
File

CF W A,, Michael F:`$94Iey, Govemor
9� ',.AV William Rass Jr., Secretary
\Q G North Carolina D'gpartment Env t aatural Resources
rAlan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
-1 Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
June 16, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 0001 3553 0780
Marshall Roberts
Buncombe County Board of Education
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LV-0281
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr Roberts:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for February 2006 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C)
02/08/06
45 mg/I
63 mg/I
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action 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 15 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-
W`hCarolina
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OF \NA7-Fn M� I IF E lay�ovemor
Q Wil m G. Ro s Jxr, Secretary
\tJ (� North Carolina Depart ent of En onm � Na a( Resources
� r Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
—i Division of Water Quality
O 'C
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
June 16, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 0001 3553 0797
Marshall Roberts
Buncombe County Board of Education
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LV-0283
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Roberts:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's WWTP monitoring report for March 2006 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C)
03/09/06
45 mg/I
58 mg/I
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action 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 15 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-
2090 U.S, Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877.623-6748
Non`thCaro ina
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Constmction Services
March 16, 2006
Systems
Contract Operations • Maintenance
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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Eo. Box 1325 • Asheville, NC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax
Re: 2005 Annual Performance Report- Buncombe County Schools- Cane Creek
Elementary School NCO086436
As per the requirement within NPDES permit NCO086436 this letter is to provide a
summary of the performance of our wastewater treatment system with respect to
applicable Federal and State laws, and regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
A summary of our monthly reporting results is a follows:
Flow
BOD
TSS
Fecal
Jan
0.0063
10.5
18.5
1.2
Feb
0.0045
9.0
11.0
1.2
Mar
0.0044
17.8
<21.7
<1.0
April
0.006
25.8
22.3
3.2
May
0.0068
9.6
T4
10.7
Jun
0.0047
2.0
6.0
7.1
Jul
0.0022
2.5
24.8
2.1
Aug0.004
24.2
28.2
3.6
Set
0.005
8.3
9.5
2.0
Oct
0.0057
16.3
8.3
1.5
Nov
0.0065
13.0
15.2
3.5
Dec
0.0068
16.8
16.5
5.7
Permit
.012
Limits
MGD
30145
30146
2001400
The facility had a daily max TSS violation in August but averaged in for the monthly
average.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us anytime.
Robert Barr
Cc: Belvin Hall, Buncombe County Schools

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RPB Systems
Construction Services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
March 16, 2006
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P.o. Box 1325 • AshevIDe, NC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax
Mr. Roger Edwards
North Carolina Department of
Environmental Health and Natural Resources
Water Quality Section MAR 1 % 2006
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
l !
Re: Notice of Violation —
NOV-2006-PC-0075
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status -Non Compliant
NPDES Permit NCO086436 Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Middle School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Edwards,
This letter is written on behalf of the Buncombe County Schools to provide information as to remedial
action taken to the above referenced facility. RPB Systems, Inc. is the contract operations firm, which
operates this facility.
As outlined in your 3/13/06 letter attached as reference we respond as follows:
I. Flow meter calibration- Prior to the most resent permit effective 2-1-2006 the requirement for
annual calibration was not included in the actual permits, but only that they shall be installed,
calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy ofthe measurements are consistent
with the accepted capability ofthat type of device. The permit requires instantaneous flow
measurement and does not need a continuous flow meter to meet this requirement. When the
meter was last calibrated in 2003 by the factory representative the meter did not require any
adjustment. We had no reason to believe the meter was not working properly when checking
our instantaneous readings and with tight school budgets did not feel the expense of having
the factory technician was justified. We will have the calibration scheduled this spring and
keep your office informed of the progress.
2. The annual reports are complete for all facilities and are in today's mail. I have copied you on
all these reports. As stated in our phone conversation we have operated these facilities for
over fifteen years and have not prepared these reports before. The requirement was inserted
in permit renew in 2001 and overlooked by all parties involved and not noted by your office
until your most recent inspection in February of this year. From now on these reports will be
reported as required.
I trust you will call if you have any further questions or concerns.
Robert Barr
Cc: Mr. Belvin Hall
Ken Henson
File

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liam Ross ecretry
- North Carolina Departm t Environttur ces
""' AMn V`J.'TtIiF'r�'ek;71. Srector
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
March 13, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 00013553 0384
Marshall Roberts
Buncombe County
175 Bingham Rd
Board of Education
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-PC-0075
Compliance Sampling Inspection
Cane Creek Elementary School
Permit No. NCO086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr Roberts:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Inspection Report from the inspection conducted February
13, 2006. The Compliance Sampling Inspection was conducted by Janet Cantwell and Don Price of
the Asheville Regional Office. Overall the facility was found to be well -operated and maintained,
however, two permit condition violations are noted:
Inspection Area Compliance Issue
Flow meter Flow meter was last calibrated 09/16/2003. Part II Section D.3
requires annual calibration of the flow meter.
Performance Annual Part II Section E.12 requires submission of the Performance
Report Annual Report within 60 days after the end of the calendar or
fiscal year. The Division of Water Quality, to date, has
received no Performance Annual Report.
Please refer to the enclosed Inspection Report for any additional observations and comments.
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United Slates Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Re ort
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 II NI 2 15I 31 NCO086436 111 121 06/02/13 117 18i g( 191 cl 201
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Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ------------ -------------- Reserved ------------------- --
67I 169 701 2 I 71 LI 72I N 73I I 174 75I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
W POTname and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Cane Creek Elementary School
01:37 PM 06/02/13
06/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
570 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Fletcher NC 28732
02:45 PM 06/02/13
10/12/31
Name(s) of Onsile Representative(s)/ritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Officiallrltle/Phone and Fax Number
Belvin Hall, 167 Craven St Asheville NC 28806//828-232-9299/ ContactedNo
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports E Self -Monitoring Program
Sludge Handling Disposal E Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(see attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Janet Cantwell ARO WQ//828-296-9500 Ext.9667/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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Permit: NCO086436
Inspection Date: 02/13/2006
Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
in
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the pennittee submitted a new application?
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment: Permit effective 2/0112006.
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
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■
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
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Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
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Is the chain -of -custody complete?
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Dates, times and location of sampling
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Name of individual performing the sampling
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Results of analysis and calibration
❑
Dates of analysis
❑
Name of person performing analyses
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Transported COCs
❑
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
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Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted Flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
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Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
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Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
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Permit: NC0086436 Owner- Facility:
Inspection Date: 02/13/2006 Inspection Type:
Cane Creek Elementary School
Compliance Sampling
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA NE
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
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■
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❑
Number of tubes in use?
1
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Yes
No
NA
NE
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Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410
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TOC 680
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Chloride 940 mg/L
Chi a 70953 pg/L
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Coler.(pH ) 83 ADMI
Color -.pH 7.6 82 ADMI
Cyanide 720 an L
Fluoride 951 - mg/L
Fommldehyde 71990 mg/L
Grease and Oils 556 mg/L
Hardoess Total 900 mg/I-
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MBAS 38260 mg/L
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Sulfide 745 mg/L
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PO4 as P 665 mg/L
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Cd-Cadmium 1027 per,
Cr-Chmmium;Total 1034 pg/L
Cu-Copper 1042 AWL
Ni-Nickel 1067 Wt.
Pla Lead 1051 pg/L
Zn-Zinc 1092 98/1.
AgSilver 1077 µ8/L
Al -Aluminum 1105 i, /
Ba-Bcsyllium 1012 pg/L
Ca -Calcium 9l6 mg/L
Co -Cobalt 1037 pP/L
Fe -Gott 1045 pg/L
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Li -Lithium 1132
Mg-Magnesima 927
Mn-Mavgaeese 1055
N.Sodium 929
AraenivTotal 1002
Se -Selenium 1147
HS-Meeury 71900
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- William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Departmervironment and Natural Resources
y 11 Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
a Division of Water Quality
Asheville ReaionaI Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
May 17, 2005
Mr. Belvin Hall
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
SUBJECT: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Buncombe County Board of Education
Cane Creek Elementary School
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on April 26, 2005. Larry Frost of the Asheville Regional Office
conducted the Compliance Sampling Inspection. The facility was found to be in
Compliance with permit NC0086436.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Lar Frost/
Enyrronmental Chemist
Enclosure
cc: Robert Bar, ORC
Central Files
Asheville Files
N"�o°n,;`'thCazoIip a
r/Vafllra)P
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
Form Approved.
WaterCom lianc inspection Re 0
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approvalexpires8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCs)
ansaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fee Type
N 2 U 3I NC0086436 111 12I 05/04/2, 17 1a
[21U.
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IIII�IIIIl11IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII1IIIIIIIIss
pection Work Days Facility Self-Monit�or�ing Evaluation Rating B1 QA���,� --------------------------Reserved-----------------------
69 70 CJ 71 N 72 L'J 73 W 74 75I I I I I I 1180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Cane Creek Elementary School
09:55 AM 05/04/26
01/04/01
570 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Fletcher NC 28732
10:35 AM 05/04/26
05/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)lritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Kenneth Garey Henson/ORC/828-251-1900/
Richard Morgan swilling/ORC/828-251-1900/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Belvin Hall,167 Craven St Asheville NC 26806//8.2_8-232-4249/ Contacted
Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal ■ Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signatures) of IInspector(s)Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Larry Frost -0
/ 7� ARC, WC'//828-296-4500 Ext.4658/ /--/ zo S
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
I
EPA Fora 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

Permit rt�)
Yee No
NA
NF
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Operations &
Maintenanre
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Yea No
M❑
NA
❑
N
❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MASS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge,
and other that are applicable?
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Bar Screpns
Type of bar screen
Yes No
NA
N
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
❑
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
M ❑
❑
❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
❑
Cl
❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
❑
❑
❑
Is the unit in good condition?
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Equalization Basins
Is the basin aerated?
Yes No
❑
NA
❑
N
❑
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
E ❑
❑
❑
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
N O
❑
❑
Are all pumps present?
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps operable?
❑
❑
❑
Are float controls operable? -
❑
❑
❑
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Is basin size/volume adequate?
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
SSPSondary Clarifier
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
Yes No
0 ❑
NA
❑
N
❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
❑ ❑
0
❑
Are weirs level?
Is the site free of weir blockage?
M ❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
0 0
❑
❑
Is scum removal adequate?
0El
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
❑ ❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable?
❑ ❑
❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
M El
❑
❑
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin Floc?
0 El
❑
❑
Is the surface free of bulking ?
N ❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
0 ❑
❑
■
Comment:

Standby Power
Yes
No
NA
NF
Is automatically activated standby power available?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
❑
■
❑
❑
Is the generator tested under load?
❑
■
❑
❑
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
❑
■
❑
❑
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
■
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Operator needs more information on the loading and testing of the generator, to satisfy the inspector.
Laboratory
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
Yes
■
No
❑
NA
❑
N
❑
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the facility using a contract lab?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)?
❑
❑
■
❑
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
❑
❑
■
❑
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
❑
❑
■
Q
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Is flow meter used for reporting?
Yes
■
No
NA
N
❑
Cl
❑
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
❑
■
❑
❑
Is the flow meter operational?
■
❑
❑
❑
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
■
❑
❑
Q
Comment: The flow meter requires annual calibration.
Record Keeoinn
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
Yes
Q
No
Q
NA
❑
N
■
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
Q
❑
❑
■
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
❑
❑
❑
■
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
❑
❑
❑
■
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
❑
❑
❑
■
O&M Manual
❑
As built Engineering drawings
Q
Schedules and dates of equipment maintenance and repairs
❑
Dates, times and location of sampling
❑
Name of individual performing the sampling
Q
Results of analysis and calibration
Q
Dates of analysis
❑
Name of person performing analyses
Q
Transported COCs
❑
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
❑
❑
❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
Cl
❑
❑
■
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
❑
❑
❑
■
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
❑
❑
Q
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
0
0
❑
■

COUNTY
Buncombe
RIVER BASIN:
French Broad
REPORTTO
ARO
Other :
COLLECTOR(S) :
LY Frost
Estimated SOD Range:
unk
Seed:
Chlorinated: NONE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Asheville Regional office Lab Report Water Quality
Lab Number.
F e)—
% )C
PRIORITY
W❑ SAMPLE TYPE
Date Received
AMBIENT QA
❑
❑ STREAM X® EFFLUENT
Time Receivetl
Receivetl By
j; (•'�,'
i,-tt y
COMPLIANCE ❑ CHAIN OF CUSTODY I
LAKE ❑ INFLUENT
EMERGENCY
ESTUARY
Data Released:
.TµVisiOD:�
Fq
Date Reported
•JL,-t+'
Station Location: Cane Creek Middle School
Remarks: NCOORGAAR
Station #
Data6
Dale End (yy/mm/dtl)
Time Begin I
037
Time End
Depth -DM, DB, DBM
Value Type - A, H. L
Composite-T, S, B
Sample Type
BOD 310 mg/L
Grab
Chloride 940 mg/L
XX
NH3 as N 610 L7 mglL
Li -Lithium 1132 ug/L
-O High 340
g mgA
Chi a: Td 32217 pg/L
TKN an N 625 mg/L
Mg- Magnesium 927 mg/L
low 335 mg/L
Chi a: Con 32209 pg/L
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 m gA
Mn-Manganese 1055 pg/L
XX
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 GRAB ) P,� 71/100 mis
Pheophykn a 32213 pg/L
P: Total as P 665 mg/L
Ne- Sodium 929 mgA
Coliform: MF Total 31504 #/100 mis
Color: True 60 c.u.
PO4 as P 70507
Coliform: Tube Fecal 31615 #/100 mis
Color. (pH) 83 pH C.U.
me&
P: Dissolved as P 666 rn9/L
Arsenic:Tota11002 pg/L
Se -Selenium 1900 pg/L
Coliform: Fecal Strap 31673
P #/100 mis
Color: pH ].8 82 c.u.
K-Potassium mgA
Hg- Merwry ]1900 pgA
Residue: Total 500 m9/L
Cyanide 720 mg/L
Cd-Cadmium t02] Pg/L
ea Barium p9A
Volatile 505 mgA
Fluoride 951 mg/L
Cr-Chromium:Towl 1034 vo/L
Organochlorine Pesticides
Fixed 510 mgr-
mg/L
Cu-Copper 1042 pg&
Organophosphoms Pesticides
XX
Residue: Suspended 530 j L:+ mgA
Grease and 556
Grease antl Oils 556 mg/L
Hardness Total 900
Ni-Nickel 1067 pg/L
Volatile 535
53 mgl-
Fixetl 540 mg
PH 403 units
Pb- Lead pg/L
Acid Herbicides
Specific Cord. 95 pmhos/cm2
MBAS 38260 mglL
Phenols 32730
Zn- Zinc 1092 092 pgA
V-Vanadium p9A
Base/NeutralBAtid Extractable Orgar
TPH Diesel Range
g
Purgeabie Organics (VOA battle re 'c
4
TPH Gasoline Range
TPH/BTEX Gasoline Range
Phylmplanktmn
Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg/L
Acidity to mg/L
pgfL
Sulfate 945 mg/l.
Sulfide 745 m9A
Boron: Total 1022 P9A
Tannin &Tignin 32240 PgA
Hexavalent Chromium 1032 pg0-
Ag- Silver 1077 pgr-
AI -Aluminum 1105 P91L
8e- Beryllium 1012 49A
Ca -Calcium 916 mgA
Co- Cobalt 1037 Pg/L
Fe- Iron 1045 pg/L
to H .35
Alkalinity to PH mgA
4.3410
Alkalinity to pN 4.5 410 m gA
TOC 680 mg/L
Turbidity 82079 NTU
^ librm Total Tube 31508 #/100 mis
C -S
LAB USE ONLY
Temperature
on arrival (-q: :. !'
Acidity3 Acidity(82242) Air Tem- p C (20)
Sample Pcini%(2)GontlucWnce (94) Water Temp-C (ID) D.O.(300) PH(4W) 8.3 Alkalinity (822447�Sevedty
AlkalinitynVelocity-mph
Secchi depth m Salinity ppt (480) Pracpit-In/day (45) Cloud Cover % (32) WiM Dir-Deg ( Shm Flaw Sev (1351 ean Strm Depth-ft (64) Sbm Widih-fl (4)
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
ly' North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
January 14, 2005
Mr. Belvin Hall
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: Cane Creek Middle School
Wastewater Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit Number NC0086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall;
A review of the Cane Creek Middle School Wastewater Treatment Plant Monthly Monitoring Report
for September 2004 showed the following violations;
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Value
Limit Type
TSS
09/10/2004
45.0 mg/I
150.0 mg/I
Daily Maximum
TSS
09/2004
30.0 mg/I
38.9 mg/I
Monthly Average
These violations have been carefully reviewed and have been determined to have been caused by
Tropical Storms Frances, Ivan and/or Jeanne. These storms affected much of the area served the
Asheville Regional Office in the month of September 2004. Therefore, no regulatory action will be
taken by this Agency regarding these violations.
I would, also, like to thank your contract operator, RPB Systems for informing this Agency
immediately, upon the occurrence of these violations as required by your permit.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
L F st
nvironmental Chemist
xC: RPB Systems, Post Office Box 1325, Asheville, NC 28802
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Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc,us
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Facility information
NPDES permit #: NCO086436 Buncombe County
Facility name:
Buncombe County Public Schools -
Cane Creek Middle School -
WWTP class:
II
WWTP type:
0.012 MGD extended aeration steel Prowater Inc.
package plant consisting of; flow equalization
basin with dual audible and visual alarms and
manual bar screen; aeration basin with dual
blowers providing diffused air; hoppered-style
clarifier with skimmer and sludge returns; tablet
chlorinator; chlorine contact chamber; tablet
dechlorinator with post aeration; 22.5 degree
v-notch weir with Stevens model 61 R chart flow
meter with totalizer; aerobic digestor; and natural
gas emergency generator.
Annual Average Flow:
0.010 MGD (3 year average: 2007-2010)
Collection System:
<12 connections
Development:
Consists of a Middle School with 813 students
and staff.
Sludge Management:
Commercial hauler (Mike's Septic Service) to
MSD's WWTP.
WWTP location:
570 Lower Brush Creek Road; Fletcher 28732
Responsible official:
R. Belvin Hall
Responsible "'s title:
Assistant Director, Maintenance Department
Official's location:
175 Bingham Rd; Asheville NC 28806
Email:
[e-mail]
Phone numbers
828-232-4244 Belvin Hall
828-232-4249 " - fax
828-251-1900 RPB Systems - Bob Barr - Contractor ORC
828-251-1945 " - fax PO Box 1325; Asheville, NC 28802
828-273-0452 Rick Swilling - cell
Operator Information /aO,;,�Pj,)0('e-
ORC & grade: Richard Swilling- Grade-Il---Cer-t-#485M
Back-up ORC: Robert P. Barr - Grade III - Cert # 8928
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Permit information
Date issued:
Expiration date:
Stream information
Stream & river basin:
Sub -basin:
Quad:
Grid:
Stream classification:
Drainage area sq mi:
Instream Waste Conc.
Average stream flow:
Summer 7Q10 cfs:
Winter 7Q10 cfs:
Other information
Directions:
2-1-20011
12-31-2015
Cane Creek; French Broad River Basin
04-03-02 / 06010105
Fruitdale
C
no data
no data
no data
no data
no data
The facility is located off of Cane Creek Road
(NCSR 3136), — 1.5 miles west of its intersection
with Upper Brush Creek Road (NCSR 3142), near
the Fairview Community (see next pages for
maps).

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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. R. Belvin Hall
Asst Director— Maintenance
Buncombe County Public Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
January 4, 2011
Natural Resources
Subject: Issuance of NPDES
Cane Creek Middle
Buncombe County
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Permit No. NCO086436
School WWTP
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant
to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement
between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or
as subsequently amended).
The following modifications in the November 10, 2010 draft permit remain in the final permit:
• Footnote #1 has been modified to include new Total Residual language.
Please note that Cane Creek is listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina 303(d)
Impaired Waters List. Addressing impaired waters is a high priority for the Division, and
instream data will continue to be evaluated. If there is continual noncompliance with your
effluent limits, or if stream impairment can be attributed to your facility's discharge, mitigative
measures may be required.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: hqp://pogal,ncdenr.org/weblwq/home
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If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty
(30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150E of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the
legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or
permits requi�ed`by the Division oTLancl Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or ariy other
Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning
this permit, please contact Bob Guerra at telephone number [phone] or email at
(bob.guerra0ricdenr.gov).
Sincerely,
�L Coleen H. Sullins
Enclosure: NPDES Permit NCO086436
cc: Asheville Regional Office / Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 .
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Ralegh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
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Permit NCO086436
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Buncombe County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
570 Lower Brush Creek Road
Fletcher, NC
Buncombe County
to receiving waters designated as Cane Creek in the French Broad River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set
forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 01, 2011.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2015.
Signed this day January 4, 2011.
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
�J/ Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental. Management Commission

Permit NC0086436
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge, are
hereby superseded and, as of this issuance, any previously issued permit describing this
treatment facility oir bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions described herein.
The Buncombe County Board of Education is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.012 MGD extended aeration wastewater treatment
plant utilizing the following treatment components:
♦ Manual bar screen
♦ Flow equalization with audible and visual alarms
♦ Aeration basin with blowers providing diffused air
♦ Clarifier with sludge return
♦ Aerobic digestor
♦ Tablet chlorinator
♦ Chlorine contact chamber
♦ Dechlorination unit
♦ Post aeration
♦ V-notched weir with flow recorder
♦ Standby natural gas generator
2. This facility is located at the Cane Creek Middle School WWTP, 570 Lower Brush
Creek Road, in Buncombe County.
3. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map
into Cane Creek, classified C waters in the French Broad River Basin.

( PermitNCO086436
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS
Monthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample Type
Sample Location
Average
Maximum
Frequency
50050 - Flow
0.012 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
00310 - BOD, 5-day, 201 C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
530 -Total Suspended
So
Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
31616 - Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00010 - Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00400 — pH
6.0 — 9.0 Standard Units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00610 - NH3 as N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
50060 - Total Residual
Chlorine
28 pg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/L to be in compliance with the
permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North
Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 ug/L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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rPDES Permit Standard Conditions
Page 1 of 18
PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples
shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative
of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system,
which is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Dav
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period.
The Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual
sample collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period
at a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may
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only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions
also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-
hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is
calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration
comprises the mean concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the
arithmetic mean of all grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.2)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge' during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in
the permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal
operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit
parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered =1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of
fecal coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become
inoperable, or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in
the absence of a bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance
with permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance
caused by operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of
preventive maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of
fecal coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
Duty to Comlly
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a
violation of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and
reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or
prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified
to incorporate the requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402,
or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. 133 USC 1319 (d)
and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section
402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3)
or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
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penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or
both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more
than 30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon
conviction of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and
can be fined up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to
exceed $37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during
which the violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500.
[33 USC 1319 (g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets' (Part II. C. 5) and 'Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS
143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision
of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances,
and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
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8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which
the Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and
reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also
furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit,
the Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration
date. Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that
does not have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration,
will subject the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and
certified [40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production,
or operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which
govern the operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making
major capital investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive
measures to assure long term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations;
the manager can ensure that the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete
and accurate information for permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents
has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall
be signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that
person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well
or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position
having overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized
representative may thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.);
and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the
Director prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
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d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification 140 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"1 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the
information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons wlw manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and
regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North
Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after
being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105
(b) (2) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
Certified O ep rator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of
the type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the
grade of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the
treatment facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the
treatment facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating
the operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
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2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the
existing facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all
facilities and systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the
Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also
includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires
the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance
with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper. operation and
maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator
[subcontractor] or a member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)1.
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded,
but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject
to the provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in
Part II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take
enforcement action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime.
This condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the
exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal
periods of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take
enforcement action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide
collection system permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects,
if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in
Paragraph c. (1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought
for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims
that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative
action subject to judicial review.
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b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs,
or other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)1: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of
wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to
prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United
States. The Permittee shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage
sludge. Upon promulgation of 40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the
utilization/disposal of sludge may be reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate
applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for
the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even
if the permit is not modified to incorporate the requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing
Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by
means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
I. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and
nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and
time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be
taken at the monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins
or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed
without notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority t40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported
on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting
period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be
selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored
discharges. The devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the
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measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be
capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates
throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated
at a minimum of once per year and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. The Director shall approve the flow measurement device
and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in
Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the
Division's Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for
information regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate
field parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures
have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must
be reported down to the m nimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved
methods are determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge
requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level)
approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished
by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation,
or by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under
this paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not
more than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.411.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by
40 CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40
CFR 122.411.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
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c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor
acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be
required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or
where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment),
practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The
discharge of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that
authorized shall constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor
to notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal
practices, and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are
different from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not
reported during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application
plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or
other activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such
action may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part Il. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
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b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part lI. E. 5 and 6. of this permit
at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly
submit such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts
of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a
sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other
unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment
of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the
offices of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly
making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided
for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification
in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.411.
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12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an
annual report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-
215.1C). The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the
extent to which the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules
pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar
or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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Section A. Construction
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required
to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR
122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per
liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1
mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest
of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Altematives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the
terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a
report in such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within
60 days of notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the POTW's NPDES Permit or prevents sewage sludge
use or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A
NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (13)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a
violation, of the POTW's NPDES permit, or of an instream water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This
definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they
convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also means the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in
section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a
treatment works. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (27)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC
2H.0903 (b) (34)]:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding
sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or;
(b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of the
maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or;
(c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard, or;
(d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise detern-ned by the POTW, the Division, or
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any
pretreatment standard or requirement or POTW's receiving stream standard, or to limit the POTW's sludge
disposal options.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the
operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the
treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.2]
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those
pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
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3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the
quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from industries
using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water
quality standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
3.
4.
a. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste
treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as
defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)]
b. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5 (b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH
lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity
that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the permittee's Pretreatment Program
and/or the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional
Office. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became
aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the
discharge, the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and
times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken
or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance
by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary
regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
The Permittee shall require any Industrial User discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
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specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater
from any Significant Industrial User, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required under
section D below as well as 15A NCAC 21-1.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in
accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in
the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall
include but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined
in Part II or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (0 (1) and 403.9 ( b) (1), (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (0 (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 2H.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 (j) (1)], including identification of all industrial
users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the
POTW by these industrial users and identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data
to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part II,
Section D, and Section E.S.). [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (2) and .09051
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 21-1.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1).
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits shall
contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special conditions,
and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to assure that
their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The Permittee
shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from
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all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings. for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2H.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67 (a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an
AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply
with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS
143-215.1 (a) (8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(d); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)]
The Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -limited
pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from July 1
through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled at least once per calendar
year; For the purposes of this paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of compounds listed in
40 CFR 136.3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or
in 15A NCAC 2H .0908. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.44(j)(2) and 40 CFR 403.121
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations. All
remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be required to
submit a partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of
pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) in
Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
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b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms
approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU) in
SNC. These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific
format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice
of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director is needed to
determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were in Significant Non -
Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable
pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be
published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 2H .0903(b)(35), .0908(b)(5)
and .0905 and 40 CFR 403.8(0(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along
with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on
the POTW. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(a) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Program
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications,
POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be
considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and 15A NCAC
2H .0907.
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From: Frazier, Wanda
Sent: Thursday, November 18, 2010 3:06 PM
To: 'Bob Guerra'
Cc: Edwards, Roger; Price, Don
Subject: NCO086436 Cane Creek Middle School - Bunc Co
Schools
Attachments: NCO086436 Cane Creek Middle Sch DRAFT permit .pdf;
NCO086436 2-19-10.pdf; NCO086436 11-17-08.pdf; 86436
a cover page 2010.doc
:..
Attached are the most recent facility info cover page and the two most recent inspection reports.
Here are my suggestions.
Supplement cover page:
0.012 MGD extended aeration steel Prowater Inc. package plant consisting of:
flow equalization basin with dual audible and visual alarms and manual bar
screen; aeration basin with dual blowers providing diffused air; hoppered-style
clarifier with skimmer and sludge returns; tablet chlorinator; chlorine contact
chamber; tablet dechlorinator with post aeration; 22.5 degree v-notch weir with
Stevens model 61 R chart flow meter with totalizer; aerobic digestor; and natural
gas emergency generator.
Limits page (box):
Map:
Total Residual Chlorine — DRAFT listed as twice a month — should be twice a week.
HLU: DRAFT listed as 0601105 —should be 06010105
Everything else looked good.
I like the aerial (Google Earth) map page!
Thanks,
Wanda
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Wanda Frazier
Email: [e-mail]
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
Surface Water Protection Section
2090 US 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Switchboard: 828-296-4500 x 4662
Direct line: 828-296-4662
Fax: [phone]
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
November 10, 2010
Mr. R. Belvin Hall
Asst Director— Maintenance
Buncombe County Public Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft very carefully to ensure thorough
understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains. The following procedure has been recently implemented by DWQ: Total
residual chlorine (TRC) compliance level changed to 50ug/L. Effective March 1, 2008, the Division received EPA approval to allow 50
ug/L TRC compliance level. A footnote regarding this change has been added to the effluent limitations page in the draft permit.
This draft permit contains the following changes from your existing permit:
• Footnote #1 has been changed to reflect the following additional Total Residual Chlorine Language: "The facility shall
report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including field certified. However, effluent values below 50
ug/I will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
Please note that this section of Cane Creek is listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina 303(d) Impaired Waters
List. Addressing impaired waters is a high priority with the Division, and instream data will continue to be evaluated. If there
is noncompliance with permitted effluent limits and stream impairment can be attributed to your facility, then mitigative
measures may be required.
Concurrent with this transmittal, the Division will solicit public comment on this draft as required by the EPA by publishing a notice in
newspapers having circulation in the general Buncombe County area. Following the 30-day public comment period, the Division will
review all pertinent comments and take appropriate action prior to issuing a final NPDES permit.
Should you wish to correct errors or provide comments regarding this draft please contact the DENR / DWQ / NPDES Program no
later than 30 days after receiving this document. If you have questions concerning the draft permit for your facility, please contact
me by e-mail (bob.guerraoncdenr.gov) or at [phone].
Respectfully,
Bob Guerra
Compliance & Expedited Permits Unit
Enclosure: NPDES Permit NCO086436 (DRAFT)
cc: NPDES Unit
Asheville Regional Office / Surface Water Protection (Roger. edwardscalncdenr.gov) (ecopy)
Technical and Assistance Certification Unit—(iames.pugh(a)ncdenr.gov) (ecopy)
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-6236748 North Carolina
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Permit NCO086436
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Buncombe County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
570 Lower Brush Creek Road
Fletcher, NC'
Buncombe County
to receiving waters designated as Cane Creek in the French Broad River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set
forth in Parts I. II. III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective xxxx, xx 2011.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2015.
Signed this day xxxx, xx 2010.
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO086436
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge, are
hereby superseded and, as of this issuance, any previously issued permit describing this
treatment facility or bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions described herein.
The Buncombe County Board of Education is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.012 MGD extended aeration wastewater treatment
plant utilizing the following treatment components:
♦ Manual bar screen
♦ Flow equalization with audible and visual alarms
♦ Aeration basin with blowers providing diffused air
♦ Clarifier with sludge return
♦ Aerobic digestor
♦ Tablet chlorinator
♦ Chlorine contact chamber
♦ Dechlorination unit
♦ Post aeration
♦ V-notched weir with flow recorder
♦ Standby natural gas generator
2. This facility is located at the Cane Creek Middle School WWTP, 570 Lower Brush
Creek Road, in Buncombe County.
3. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map
ied C waters in the French Broad River Basin m o ane Creek, classified . .--------

Permit NCO086436
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample Type
Sample Location
Average
Maximum
Frequency
50050 - Flow
0.012 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
00310 - BOD, 5-day, 200 C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
0530 -Total Suspended
Solids
S
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
31616 - Fecal Coliform
(geometric
(geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00010 - Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00400 — pH
6.0 — 9.0 Standard Units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00610 - NH3 as N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
50060 -Total Residual
Chlorine
28 pg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/L to be in compliance with the
permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North
Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 ug/L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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Loneitude: 820 26' 04" W Permitted Flow: 0.012 MGD
Receivine Stream: Cane Creek Drainaee Basin: French Broad Basin North NPDES Permit No. NC0086436
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Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit
Permit NC0086436
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
Buncombe County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly, we are
forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina
General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently amended). This permit contains no significant changes
from the from the draft permit sent to you on November 9, 2005.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you
have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. 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, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification
or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits
which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits. required by the Division of Land Resources, the
Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any
questions concerning this permit, please contact Bob Guerra at telephone number [phone], extension 539.
Sincerely,
fl' Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Asheville Regional Office / Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
Central Files
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Internet h2o.encstate.nc.us 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
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Permit NCO086436
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other
lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina
Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act, as amended,
Buncombe County Schools
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
570 Lower Brush Creek Road
Buncombe County
to receiving waters designated as Cane Creek in the French Broad River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2006.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2010.
Signed this day December 29, 2005.
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f—Alan W. Klimek, P.E.,
Director Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0086436
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or
discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued
permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority
to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Buncombe County Schools is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.012 MGD wastewater treatment facility with
the following components:
♦ Package wastewater treatment plant with flow equalization
♦ Clarifiers
♦ Chlorine contact chamber with tablet chlorination
♦ Dechlorination equipment
This facility is located at the Cane Creek Middle School WWTP at 570 Lower
Brush Creek Road in Buncombe County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Cane Creek, classified C waters in the French Broad River Basin.

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Latitude: 35' 28' 53" N
State Grid:
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0.012 MGD
Receiving Stream: Cane Creek
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Permit NCO086436
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee
is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below: -
EFFLUENT.-,,
LIMITS ,''a` ,
A MONITORINGREQUIREMENTS
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CHARACTERISTICS
Monthl
Datl
Measurement
;Sample Type'
,x�SampleLocation
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Average
`Maximum
Frequency,
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Flow
0.012 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
2001100 ml
400 / 100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
28 Ng/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Temperature(T)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH1
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Division of Water Quality
Colleen H. Sullins
Director
R BELVIN HALL
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR - MAINTENANCE
BUNCOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
175 BINGHAM ROAD
ASHEVILLE NC 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
June 10, 2010
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School
Buncombe County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on May 21, 2010. A member of the NPDES
Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your
permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit
expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Bob Guerra at
[phone].
Sincerely,
F/ ,
Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Asheville Regional Office/Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 612 N. Salisbury St. Ralegh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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BUNCOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
175 Bingham Rd. ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
TELEPHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]
May 18, 2010
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NCDEBNR/Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Permit Applications
Buncombe County Schools
Please find enclosed applications for permit renewals concerning Buncombe County Board of
Education W WTP's. The BOE would formally like to request renewal of the following permits:
North Buncombe High School NCO061182
North Buncombe Elementary School NCO073814
Fairview Elementary NCO066796
Leicester Elementary NCO066788
Cane Creek Middle School NCO086436
Also enclosed is the sludge handling procedures as specified by our contractor operator, RPB
Systems. Please contact me at the above numbers if you have questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
R. Belvin Hall — Assistant Director
Maintenance
Enc. (6)
Cc: Mr. Gregg Fox
Mr. Clark Wyatt
Mr. Bob Barr —RPB Systems
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit 000086436
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to moue from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Buncombe County Board of Education
Cane Creek Middle School
175 Bingham Road
Asheville
NC 28806
[phone]
[phone]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 570 Lower Brush Creek Road
City
State / Zip Code_
County
Fletcher
NC 28732
Buncombe
MAY 212010
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility.(Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name Buncombe County Board of Education
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
175 Bingham Road
Asheville
NC 28806
[phone]
Fax Number [phone]
1 of 3 Form-D 05108

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply)
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees _
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees _
Residential
❑
Number of Homes _
School
X
Number of Students/Staff 813
Other
❑
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Educational Facility
Population served: 813
S. 'lope of collection system
X Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification numbers) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes X No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfallf
Cane Creek
8. Frequency of Discharge: X Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: _
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet ofpaper.
Cane Creek Middle School wastewater treatment system is a Class II 0.012 MGD
extended aeration package treatment plant with flow equalization, clarifiers, sludge
holding, chlorine contact chamber, chlorination and dechlorination equipment and
standby natural gas generator.
2 of 3 Form-D 05/08

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.012 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.010 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.010 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes X No
12. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Conform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
25.4
13.3
mg/l
Fecal Coliform
49.8
6.3
col/ 100 ml
Total Suspended Solids
19.3
11.7
mg/l
Temperature
18.9
17.0
U C
PH
7.2
6.8
standard units
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES NCO086436
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed name of Person Signing
Signature of Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or cerlification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
3 of 3 Form-D 05/08

RPB Systems
Construction Services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
May 12, 2010
Mr. Belvin Hall
Buncombe Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Re: Sludge Hauling for Buncombe County School Treatment Plants
Belvin,
eww.rpbsystems.com
P.O. Box 1325 • AshevWe, NC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax
This letter is per our discussion to clarify your sludge management plan for your
schools treatment plants as required for your permit renewals.
Currently we utilize Mikes Lusk Septic Hauling who has an agreement with MSD
of Buncombe County to dispose of stabilized sludge at the receiving station
located at the MSD facility in Asheville. Mike hauls sludge for the following
facilities:
Buncombe County Schools -North Buncombe High School
NCO061182
Buncombe County Schools -North Buncombe Elementary School
NCO073814
Buncombe County Schools -Fairview Elementary School
NCO066796
Buncombe County Schools -Leicester Elementary School
NCO066788
Buncombe County Schools -Cane Creek Elementary School
NCO086436
trust this will be sufficient for regulatory review of your permit renewals. If you
have any questions or concerns, please contact us anytime.
Sincerely,
1
Robert Barr
Cc: File

PAT MCCRORY
DEC 1 5 2015
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December 1, 2015
Mr. R. Belvin Hall
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO086436
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
Buncombe County
Class WW-2
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on
September 23, 2015.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. 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, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you
have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919) 807-
6391.
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S. Jay Zimmermann, Diree r
Division of Water Resources
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office
NPDES Unit
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
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Permit NC0086436
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
Buncombe County Schools
are hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Cane Creek Middle School WWTP
570 Lower Brush Creek Road
Fletcher
Buncombe County
to receiving waters designated as Cane Creek in subbasin 04-03-02 of the French Broad River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II,
III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective January 1, 2016.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2020.
Signed this day December 1, 2015
6. Gnnmerman, Director
sion of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Pagel of 5

Permit NC0086436
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge, are hereby superseded and, as of this
issuance, any previously issued permit describing this treatment facility or bearing this number is no longer effective.
Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements,
terms, and provisions described herein.
The Buncombe County Schools are hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.012 MGD extended aeration wastewater treatment plant utilizing
the following treatment components:
♦ Manual bar screen
♦ Flow equalization with audible and visual alarms
♦ Aeration basin with blowers providing diffused air
♦ Clarifier with sludge return
♦ Aerobic digestor
♦ Tablet chlorinator
♦ Chlorine contact chamber
♦ Dechlorination unit
♦ Post aeration
♦ V-notched weir with flow recorder
♦ Standby natural gas generator
This facility is located at the Cane Creek Middle School WWTP (570 Lower Brush Creek Rd,
Fletcher) in Buncombe County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Cane Creek,
classified C waters in the French Broad River Basin.
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Permit NC0086436
Part I
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS. AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B.0400 et seq., 15A NCAC 0213.0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee
is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the
Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[PCs Code]
Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Frequent
Sam le a
p yp
Sample
Flow
Location
[500501
0.012MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influentor
SOD, 5-day (20°C)
Effluent
P03101
30.0 mg/L
45,0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total uspended Solids
[00530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
[00610]
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal irm [31616]
m
c ean)
(geometric
200 / 100 ml
400 1100 ml
Weekl y
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)2
[50060]
28 µg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
[000101
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
[00
PO400]
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
— —
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting discharge
monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (2)],
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported < 50 µg/L to be in compliance with the permit.
However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North Carolina certified
laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
A. (2) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[NCGS 143-215.1 (b)]
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) and specify
that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must submit DMRs
electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Division anticipates that these regulations will
be adopted and is beginning implementation.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of this per t
(Standard Conditions forNPDESPermits):
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• Section B. (11.
• Section D. (2.)
• Section D. (6.)
• Section E. (5.)
Signatory Requirements
Reporting
Records Retention
Monitoring Reports
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1. Reportine [Supersedes Section D (2) and Section E. (5) (a)1
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin reporting
discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC bWR's Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report
(eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and submitted
electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter monitoring data and
submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the state's eDMR application is
compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be
required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required
to complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the
computer -printed eDMR to the following address:
NC DEQ / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the facility being
physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have broadband access, then a
temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted and discharge
monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by
the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be submitted in
writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the facility would be
required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be valid for twelve (12) months
and shall thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the
permittee re -applies for and is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting
requirements is found on the following web page:
http://portal.ncdeiij-.org/web/wq/admill/])og—/ipu/edtiir
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the
issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the
commencement of discharge.
2. Sienatory Requirements [Supplements Section B (11) (b) and supersedes Section B (11) (d)l
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part II, Section
B. 01.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in Part 11, Section B. (11.)(b).
person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
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For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DAM must obtain an eDMR user account and
login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North Carolina's eDMR system,
registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
htt :// ortal.ncdenr.gr /web/w /adininibo i u/edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law,.that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my in of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible forgathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of
my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing violations.,
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6)1
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR submissions. These
records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the report. This period
may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40. CFR 122.41].
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Dav
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41 ].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class tI violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liabilitv
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.S) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to detemune whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. ! am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class 11, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Pemuttee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a.defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Pennittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitorine and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluentjoins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Perinittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Enta
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215. 1 (b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(l)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Pemrittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.S and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part 11.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Amlllal Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215. 1 (a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Dischmes of Toxic Substances
The Pemuttee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(t)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.91
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(t)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [ 15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoringand nd Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (e) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March I of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Pemuttee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary(PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
C. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered S1Us, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keening
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [ 15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Pro rg ams
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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2090 U.S. Highway 70 aulom
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Re: Notice of Violation
NOV-2018-LV-0216
NPDES Permit NCO086436 Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Middle School/Buncombe County
Dear Landon,
This letter is written on behalf of the Buncombe County Schools to provide information
as to remedial action taken to the above referenced facility. RP13 Systems, Inc. is the
contract operations firm, which operates this facility.
We collected a 56.7 mg/L BOD on 11/28/17 beyond the daily maximum allowed of 45
mg/L. Our results leading up the spike were 27 mg/L, 2.8 mg/L, 19.9 mg/L, and <2mg/L.
The operator adjusted air after the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
I trust you will call if you have any further questions or concerns.
Aoo6ert b'a�
Robert Barr
Cc: Mr. Clark Wyatt
Rick Swilling
file
P.O. Box 1325 Asheville, N.C. 28802
(828)-251-1900 (828)-251-1945

ROY COOPER
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Clark Wyatt
Buncombe County Schools APR 12 2018
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-LV-0216
Permit No. NC0086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the November 2017 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below:
Limit Exceeclance Violation(s):
Sample Limit Reported
Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 11/28/2017 45 56.7 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0310)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional'viDlations.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell ofAsheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
�Ducuignedby:
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G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

RPB Systems
Construction Services • Contract operations • Maintenance
February 2, 2017
Mr. Landon Davidson
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Notice of Violation
NOV-2017-LV-0065
NPDES Permit NC0086436 Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Middle School/Buncombe County
Dear Landon,
This letter is written on behalf of the Buncombe County Schools to provide information
as to remedial action taken to the above referenced facility. RPB Systems, Inc. is the
contract operations firm, which operates this facility.
As outlined in your January 26, 2017 letter attached, we reported the chlorine residual of
99 ug/L on 6/7/16 by mistake. The field report we use to enter into the excel spreadsheet
at our office had a "no" filled in instead of 99 ug/L, which we incorrectly read and
reported. We also had a 5/31/16 chlorine residual not reported for May 2016, since we
already had two residuals taken earlier in the month of May.
We have forwarded to Central Files an amended report for both May and June 2016 with
copies attached.
Our operator must have thought the 5/31/16 chlorine residual was for June, then skipped
the 2"d week as usual, and would have collected a chlorine for the third week in June.
But the last day of school was on 6/7/16, so this would have been the only opportunity for
chlorine samples that month with only five school days of flow in June. It is our error not
sampling at least one chlorine residual for June.
I trust you will call if you have any further questions or concerns.
le"Ar-t Ba-r
Robert Barr
Cc: Mr. Clark Wyatt
Rick Swilling
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P.O. Box 1325 Asheville, N.C. 28802
(828)-251-1900 (828)-251-1945

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MICHAELA, REGAN
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Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 1650
Return Receipt Reguested
January 26, 2017
Belvin Hall, Maintenance Supervisor
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0065
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWrP
Buncombe County
DearPermittee:
A review of the June 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Vaiue Value Type of Vioiation
001 Effluent Chlorine, Total Residual 6/7/2016 28 99 Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swarmanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
RPB Systems/ ORC - ---
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CERTIFIED LABORATORIES (1): Pace Analytical (2)
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED: PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES:
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Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Compliant
Noncompliant
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc., and
a time table for improvements to be made.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with
a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted
is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Buncombe County Schools
P r tte lease print or type
Signature of Permittee** Date
175 Bingham Road Asheville NC 28806 828-232-4244 12/31/2015
Permittee Address Phone Number Permit Exp. Date
PARAMETER CODES
00010 Temperature
00556 Oil & Grease
00951 Total Flouride
01067 Nickel
50060 Total
00076 Turbidity
00600 Total Nitrogen
01002 Total Arsenic
01077 Silver
Residual
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00510 Ammonia Nitrogen
01092 Zinc
Chlorine
00082 Color (ADMI)
00625 Total Kjeldhal
01027 Cadium
01105 Aluminum
Nitrogen
00095 Conductivity
00630 Nitrates/Nitrites
01032 Hexavalent Chromiur
01147 Total Selenium
71880 Formaldehyde
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
01034 Chromium
31616 Fecal Coliform
71900 Mercury
00310 BOD5
00665 Total Phosphorous
32730 Total Phenolics
81551 Xylene
00340 COD
00720 Cyanide
01037 Total Cobalt
34235 Benzene
00400 pH
00745 Total Sulfide
01042 Copper
34481 Toluene
00530 Total Susppende(
00927 Total Magnesium
38260 MBAS
Residue
00929 Total Sodium
01045 Iron
39516 PCBs
00545 Settleable Matter
00940 Total Chloride
01051 Lead
50050 Flow
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the
Water Quality Compliance Group at [phone], extension 581 or 534.
The monthly average for fecal coliform is to be reported as a GEOMETRIC mean. Use only units designated in the reporting facility's
permit for reporting data.
*ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8A.0202 (b) (5) (B).
**If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B.0506 (b) (2) (D)

EFFLUENT
NPDES NO: NCO086436
DISCHARGE NO:
001
MONTH: .Tune YEAR: 2016
FACILITY NAME: BunC County
Schools -Cane Creek Elem
CLASS:
II COUNTY: Buncombe
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE(ORC):
Richard Swilling
GRADE:
II Phone: [phone]
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES(1):
Pace Analytical _ _
(2)
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED: PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Richard Swilling
MAIL ORIGINAL AND ONE COPY TO:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILE
Division of Water Quality
DENR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC g7699-1617
(SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE)
BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
2/Z/►7
DEM Form MR-1 (Revised 12193)

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Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
0
Clro—mplppliiann�It
Nonc- ompliant
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc., and
a time table for improvements to be made.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with
a system designed to assure that qualified personnel property gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted
is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Buncombe County Schools
Per it (PU se print or type)
Zl 4
Si ature of Permittee" Date
175 Bingham Road Asheville NC 28806 828.232.4244 12/31/2015
Permittee Address Phone Number Permit Exp. Date
00010 Temperature
00076 Turbidity
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADM[)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BOD5
00340 COD
00400 pH
00530 Total Susppendec
Residue
00545 Settleable Matter
00556 Oil 8 Grease
00600 Total Nitrogen
00610 Ammonia Nitrogen
00625 Total Kjeldhal
Nitrogen
00630 Nitrates/Nitrites
00665 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulfide
00927 Total Magnesium
00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
PARAMETER CODES
00951 Total Flounce
01002 Total Arsenic
01027 Cadium
01032 Hexavalent Chromiur
01034 Chromium
01037 Total Cobalt
01042 Copper
01045 Iron
01051 Lead
01067 Nickel
01077 Silver
01092 Zinc
01105 Aluminum
01147 Total Selenium
31616 Fecal Coliform
32730 Total Phenolics
34235 Benzene
34481 Toluene
38260 MBAS
39516 PCBs
50050 Flow
50060 Total
Residual
Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
81551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the Water Quality Compliance Group at [phone], extension 581 or 534.
The monthly average for fecal coliform is to be reported as a GEOMETRIC mean. Use only units designated in the reporting facility's
permit for reporting data.
`ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8A.0202 (b) (5) (B).
*'If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 26.0506 (b) (2) (D).

j PAT MCCRORY
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
December 16, 2016
Clark Wyatt
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: Complaint Inspection
Cane Creek Elementary School
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Wyatt:
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
On December 7, 2016, I conducted an inspection at the subject facility. The inspection was initiated due to a
complaint received in the Asheville Regional Office regarding waste paper products at the effluent discharge
pipe. The complaint was unsubstantiated and the facility appeared to be in compliance with permit NC0086436.
We corresponded recently regarding updating the name associated with the Buncombe County Schools permits
since Belvin Hall has retired. Your attention to that matter is appreciated. Another item I noted during the
inspection were areas of rust on the wastewater plant. The maintenance/repair needs associated with this should
be evaluated.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff
have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
cc: Richard Schilling, ORC (e-copy RPB systems)
MSC 1617-Central Files -Basement
Asheville Files
G:\WR\WQ\Buncombe\Wastewater\MinorslCane Creek MIddle Sch 86436\12-7-2016 site visit\CEl.l2-2016.Ltr.docx
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778
828 296 4500

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20480
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires B-31-98
- Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN l 2 u 3 i NC0086436 I11 12 16/12/07 17 18 I, t 19 I .c I 201 I
211 1 11 11 I I I III 1 1 i i i l i l I I I I 1 l i l i i l i l l lit U 1 1 1 f6
Inspection
Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CA -------------Reserved------------
67
72 NJ 73I 174 75L LL LLLI 80
�I 70 LJ 71 LJ
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTN, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
12aOPM 16/12/07
16/01/O11
Cane Creek Elementary School
670 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Fletcher NC 28732
01:20PM 16/12/07
20/12/31
Names) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible OfficiaVTitle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Belvin Hall, 175 Bingham Rd Asheville NC 28806/Associate
Director/828-232-4244/8282324249 Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
�. Flow.Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review - . Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Names) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs �� ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Managemen A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
iz,l�-Iw
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page#

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (Cont.)
NCO086436 11 12 16/12/07 17 18
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The inspector (Linda Wiggs) met onsite with Richard Shilling (ORC). A complaint came into the
Asheville office that there were paper products at the effluent pipe of this WWiP. What was thought to
be waste paper product was an old white trash bag embedded in the streambank at the discharge
pipe. The discharge pipe has a flap valve and there was no paper product debris lodged in this pipe.
The ORC stated solids were pumped from the WWiP digester quarterly. Note: In a follow up
conversation, the ORC had Mike's Septic pump a load from the WWTP on 12-12-2016.
The WWTP has large areas of rust; when school is out in 2017 this needs to be evaluated for repair.
Page#

Permit: N00086436
Inspection Date: 12/07/2016
Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Complaint
Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: PH. DO, sludge judge
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
Is the unit in good condition?
Yes No NA NE
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Yes No NA NE
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: A lot of paper product and hygiene products are coming into this plant. Bathroom signaae
may be needed.
Equalization Basins
Yes No NA NE
Is the basin aerated?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps present?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps operable?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are float controls operable?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
N
❑
❑
❑
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
❑ ❑
❑
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑ ❑
0
❑
Are the diffusers operational?
❑ ❑
❑
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
❑ ❑
❑
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Permit: NCO086436
Inspection Date: 12/07/2016
Aeration Basins
Owner -Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Complaint
Yes No NA NE
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable? -
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
❑
❑
❑
Comment: ORC stated air cycle is —30 minutes on. —1.5 hr off and there are no issues currently
with
this component. The air came on as the inspector was leaving, The inspector did not ask
the ORC to turn on the air. There was no foam noted. A blanket had settled —6-8"
supernatant was observed.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? -
0.
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
❑
❑
M
❑
Are weirs level?
❑
❑
0
❑
Is the site free of weir blockage?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is scum removal adequate?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
❑
❑
❑
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately %< of the sidewall depth)
❑
0
❑
❑
Comment: The ORC measured a sludge iudoe: —10' water depth. —1-2' supernatant. The ORC stated
the blanket would settle more.
The inspector spoke with the ORC on 12-13-2016 and he had the digester pumped (Mike's
Septic) on 12-12-2016.
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
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Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NG0086436 Owner- Facility:
Inspection Date: 12/07/2016 Inspection Type:
Cane Creek Elementary School
Complaint
De -chlorination
Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
❑ ❑
M
❑
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
❑ ❑
0
❑
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
❑ ❑
i
❑
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Number of tubes in use? 1
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment:
Page# 5

BUNCOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
175 Bingham Rd. ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
TELEPHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]
June 24, 2015
RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
NCDENR/DWR/NPDES Unit JUN 3 0 2015
C/O Wren Thedford
1617 Mail Service Center Water Quality
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Permitting Section
RE: NPDES Permit Renewal — NCO086436/ Cane Creek Middle School
Per NPDES permit requirements, the following letter contains explanations of the operations of the above
permit number.
Request for Permit Renewal:
The Buncombe County School system requests renewal for the above NPDES permit based on the
educational needs of the Cane Creek Middle School waste water treatment plant. Waste water treatment is
essential based on the rural location of this facility. Monthly monitoring logs provided to the NPDES Unit
substantiate the normal operation of this plant.
Operation Authority:
RPB Systems, a licensed W WTP construction and operations firm in Asheville is under contract to
perform operations on this facility by order of the BOE.
Sludge Management:
Sludge management of this facility is based on daily flow and treatment conditions. The ORC is in charge
of determining when solids/sludge is to be removed via a pump and haul method with a licensed pump
operations company. Documentation is provided in the standard operators log and monthly monitoring
logs.
Please advise if you have further questions or concerns.
R ctfully,
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR I Division of Water Resources I NPDES Program
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699.1617
NPDES Permit NCO086436
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up — down arrows to move from one field to
the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name Buncombe County Schools
Facility Name Cane Creek Middle School
Mailing Address 175 Bingham Road
City Asheville
State I Zip Code NC 128806 RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
Telephone Number 828-232-4244 ll IN 30 7015
Fax Number 828.232-4249
Water 8da'i!y —
e-mail Address [e-mail] Permitting Section
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 570 Lower Brush Creek Road
City Fletcher
State I Zip Code NC 128732
County Buncombe
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the
Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name
RPB Systems, Inc.
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1325
City
Asheville
State I Zip Code
NC 128802
Telephone Number
828-251-1900
Fax Number
828-251-1945
e-mail Address
[e-mail]
1 of 3 Form-D 912013

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater: Domestic Sewage from School
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
❑
Number of Homes
School
X
Number of Students/Staff
Other
❑
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers, restaurants,
etc.):
Middle School
Number of persons served:
5. Type of collection system
X Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. O utfal I Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes X No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW applicants: Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
Cane Creek
8. Frequency of Discharge: X Continuous
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs:
❑ Intermittent
Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. if the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a separate
sheetofpaper.
Secondary package WWTP with flow equalization, extended aeration, chlorine/dechlor
disinfection, post aeration, flow meter, sludge holding, and standby generator.
2 of 3 Form-D 9/2013

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.012 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.0038 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.008 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes X No
12. Effluent Data
NEW APPLICANTS: Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for
all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
RENEWAL APPLICANTS: Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over the
past 36 months for parameters currently in vour permit. Mark other parameters "N/A".
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD,)
67.6
8.74
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Fecal Coliform
2420
4.15
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Total Suspended Solids
54
7.02
Mg/L
Temperature (Summer)
n/a
n/a
Temperature (Winter)
n/a
n/a
pH
7.2
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES NCO086436
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Type
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Belvin Hall Assistant Director Maintenance
Printed name of Person Signing Title
10:
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) stales: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurateany recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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Pat McCrory
Governor
Belvin Hall, Asst. Dir. of Maintenance
Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Middle School
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Dear Permittee:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
July 08, 2015
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Permit NCO086436
Buncombe County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on June 30, 2015. A member of the
NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to
complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days
before your existing permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please Maureen Kinney
contact at(919) 807-6388.
Sincerely,
W{re*vTktd Tarot
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 612 N. Salisbury St, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]/Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet:: www.ncwater.org
JUL 1 3 2015
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Buncombe County Schools
115 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0263
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the November 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Limit Reported
Location Parameter
Date Value Value
Type of Violation
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
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Concentration (C0310)
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C)-
11/30/2016 30 33.6
Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0310)
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State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

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Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G. Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0065
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the June 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample Limit Reported
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2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

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Construction Services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
February 2, 2017
Mr. Landon Davidson
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Notice of Violation
NOV-2017-LV-0065
NPDES Permit NCO086436 Buncombe County Schools
Cane Creek Middle School/Buncombe County
Dear Landon,
Water
F F B - 3 2017
This letter is written on behalf of the Buncombe County Schools to provide information
as to remedial action taken to the above referenced facility. RPB Systems, Inc. is the
contract operations firm, which operates this facility.
As outlined in your January 26, 2017 letter attached, we reported the chlorine residual of
99 ug/L on 6/7/16 by mistake. The field report we use to enter into the excel spreadsheet
at our office had a "no" filled in instead of 99 ug/L, which we incorrectly read and
reported. We also had a 5/31/16 chlorine residual not reported for May 2016, since we
already had two residuals taken earlier in the month of May.
We have forwarded to Central Files an amended report for both May and June 2016 with
copies attached.
Our operator must have thought the 5/31/16 chlorine residual was for June, then skipped
the 2n1 week as usual, and would have collected a chlorine for the third week in June.
But the last day of school was on 6/7/16, so this would have been the only opportunity for
chlorine samples that month with only five school days of flow in June. It is our error not
sampling at least one chlorine residual for June.
I trust you will call if you have any further questions or concerns.
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Robert Barr
Cc: Mr. Clark Wyatt
Rick Swilling
file
P.O. Box 1325 Asheville, N.C. 28802
(828)-251-1900 (828)-251-1945

Cantwell, Janet
From: Davidson, Landon
Sent: Thursday, February 02, 2017 6:53 PM
To: Cantwell, Janet; Wiggs, Linda
Subject: Fwd: Cane Creek MS NOV-2017-LV-0065
Attachments: Image020217192735.pdf; Cane Creek NOV-2017-LV-0065 2-2-17.pdf;
Image020217192753.pdf; Bob Barr.vcf; Image020217192735.pdf; Cane Creek
NOV-2017-LV-0065 2-2-17.pdf; Image020217192753.pdf; Bob Barr.vcf
G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Forwarded message
F F B - 3 2017
Water Ouallty Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
From: "Robert Barr" <rbarrnrpbsystems.com>
Date: Thu, Feb 2, 2017 at 6:33 PM -0500
Subject: Cane Creek MS NOV-2017-LV-0065
To: "Davidson, Landon" <landon.davidsonka ncdetingov>
Cc: "Clark wyatt" <clark.wvatt(agbcsemail.org>, "Robert Barr" <rbarr(.&rpbsystems.com>,
<rswil lingnmbsystems.com>
Landon- see response to NOV-2017-LV-0065 for Cane Creek MS. Original in today's mail.
Bob Barr
Bob Barr
AM RPB Systems, Inc,
11111111bor- Construction & Contract Operati,,,
doom.-: [phone] Off ice
(82a) 230-1021 Mobile
[e-mail]
P.O. Box 1325
Asheville, NC 28802
United States of America
www.rpbsystems.com
Landon- see response to NOV-2017-LV-0065 for Cane Creek MS. Original in today's mail.
Bob Barr
"Rick Swilling"

Bob Barr
Mom' RPB Systems, Inc.
Construction & Contract Op
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[phone] Mobile
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P.O. Box1325
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Reso&ce , •::
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
April 4, 2014
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject:
Dear Mr. Hall:
NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2014-LV-0128
Permit No, NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's WWTP monitoring report for December 2013
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-
12/11/2013
400 #/100ml
2,420 #/100ml
Daily Maximum
FC Broth,44.5C
Exceeded
Flow
12/31/2013
0.012 MGD
0.013 MGD
Monthly 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 Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations
of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me
at 8281296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations, NCDENR
Asheville Regional Office
cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
RPB Systems/ ORC
G:\WR\WQ\Buncombe\Wastewater\Minors\Cane Creek Middle Sch 86436\NOV-2014-LV-0128.doc
Water Quality Regional Operations -Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: (828) 296A500 FAX: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.nodenr.org/web/wq
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder
Governor Director
January 15, 2014
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
Natural Resources
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2014-LV-0010
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's WWTP monitoring report for September 2013
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
09/18/2013
45 mg/I
67.6 mg/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 listed above, it is not requested that a response be submitted.
Please be advised that the September 2013 DMR for Total Residual Chlorine does not have the
minimum required 10 days between sampling for parameters requiring twice monthly sampling, such as TRC.
Part II, Section A. of your NPDES permit states: "2X/month" means samples are collected twice per
month with a minimum often calendar daysbetween sampling events. Please begin using the required
protocol on future DMRs.
The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations
of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me
at 828/296-4500.
Sincere
N�
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations
cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
RPB Systems/ ORC
G:\WQ\SWP\Buncombe\WastewaterWinors\Cane Creek Middle Sch 86436WOV-2014-LV-0010.doc
Water Quality Regional Operations -Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: (828) 296A500 FAX: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/ws
An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder
Governor Director
October 3, 2013
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject:
Dear Mr. Hall:
Natural Resources
NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2013-LV-0661
Permit No. NCO086436
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's WWTP monitoring report for July 2013 showed the
following violation:
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Parameter
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/24/2013
45 mg/ 1
54 mg/ I
Daily Maximum
Concentration
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 Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations
of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me
at 828/ 296-4500.
Sincerely,
�aEvidfso:n5PG.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
RPB Systems/ ORC
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
North Carolina Division of Water Resources — Asheville Regional Office Phone (828) 296A500 FAX [phone] Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

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NC ERR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
March 5, 2013
Belvin Hall
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville, NC 28806
SUBJECT: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
Natural Resources
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
On February 20, 2013, a Compliance Sampling Inspection was performed at the subject
wastewater facility. Present during the inspection was Todd Moore with RPB Systems,
Inc. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit NC0086436.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
'4,1,//,V
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enclosure
cc: RPB Systems, ORC
Central Files
Asheville Files
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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Larry McCallum,175 Bingham Rd Asheville NC 28806/1828-255-5921/8282555923 Contacted
Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit E Flow Measurement ■ Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signaatturr"e(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs -6111VARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/ V6 �/3
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete,
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO086436 I11 121
13/02/20 I17 18I^I
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
ORC reports sludge removal occurs —1-2 yr.
Stevens flow meter is calibrated annually.
Log book in good order.
Effluent Field Parameter Results:
pH (inspector) 6.45 su @ 8.2 C.
pH (ORC) 6.46 su @ 8.2 C.
Aeration Basin:
DO (inspector) 6.9 mg/I @ 8.3 C.
DO (ORC) 6.8 mg/I @ 8.4 C.
Effluent Sample Results:
BOD 7.1 mg/I
Fecal Coliform 1/100ml
TSS 6.2 mg/I
Page # 2

Permit: NCO086436 Owner • Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02120/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ ❑ 0
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ Q ■ Q
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ 0
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Bar Screens Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
Is the unit in good condition?
Comment: School allows ORC to use dumpster for debris disposal.
There was minimal debris that passed through bar screen into EQ basin but ORC is not
having problems as a result. See above.
Equalization Basins
Is the basin aerated?
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are Float controls operable?
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
1-1
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO086436 Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02/20/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Equalization Basins Yes No NA NE
Comment: Minor amount of feminine hygiene products floating in EQ, if it becomes a
problem at the facility the school may need to post signs in bathroom stalls stating "do
not to flush".
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
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Is the DO level acceptable?
■
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/I)
0
0
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Comment: The DO was 6.5 mg/I, ORC says it will drop in the afternoon to normal
range and he is not having problems operating the system.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
n
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
❑
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❑
Are weirs level?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
❑
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0
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
❑
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n
Is scum removal adequate?
■
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❑
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
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Is the drive unit operational?
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n
■
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Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
0
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Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/4 of the sidewall depth)
■
❑
❑
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Comment: Minor pin floc.
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
❑
❑
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Permit: NC0086436 Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02120/2013 Inspection Ty
pe: ype: Compliance Sampling
Disinfection -Tablet
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Standby Power
Is automatically activated standby power available?
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
Is the generator tested under load?
Was generator tested R operational during the inspection?
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
Comment: The County school maintenance crew maintains this system.
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment: The effluent and receiving waters look good, no issues were noted.
Yes
No
NA
NE
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Permit: NC0086436 Owner • Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02/20/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Flow Measurement - Effluent
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is Flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the Flow meter?
Comment:
Vne Nn NA NF
Page # 6

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Chemistq Laboratory Report / Water Quality
COUNTY
El SAMPLE TYPE
RIVER BASIN: ;7,
❑ AMBIENT QA
❑ STREAM EFFLUENT
REPORTTO ARa Regional Office
COMPLIANCE CHANT OF CUSTODY
LAKE INFLUENT
Other
EMERGENCY VISIT ID
ESTUARY
COLLECTOR(S) : Wsgr'
Estimated BOB Range:
Station Location:
Seed: Chlorinated:
Remarks:
Lab Number
Date Received
Time Received
Receised By
Data Released
Date Reported
Station k/Low;a CaDate Begin (3y/mm/dd) Date End (yy/mm/dd) T i n Tsme End Depth - DM, DB, DBM Value Type - A, H, L Composite-T, S, B Sample Type
Nc Cl6 3
.2111—
BOD 3 to met.
COD High 340 ml/. L
COD Low 335 mdL
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 , /IOOml
Colif nno: MF Total 31504 /100.1
Coliform: tube Fecal 31615 /100m1
Colifnnot Fecal Strep 31673 /100.1
Residue: Total 500 m�L
Volatile 505 mg/L
Fined 510 mk/L
Residue: Suspended 530 r mg/L
Volatile 535 mg/L
Fixed 540 mF/L
PH 403 ..its
Acidity to PH 4.5 436 mg/L
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 mg/L
Alkalinity to 1119.3 415 m IL
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/L
TOC 680 mg/L
Turbidity 76 N7U
Colifnan Total Tube /100 in
COMMENTS:
Chloride 940 mg'L
Chlompbyll a EPA 445.0 modified option ug/L
Colo, True 80 c.u.
Color(pH 183 pH= c.u.
Color: pH 76 82 c.u.
Cyanide 720 mglL
Fluoride 951 mg/L
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/L
Grease and Oils 556 mg/L
Hardness Tota1900 mg/L
Specific Ccod. 95 umhos/cm
MBAS38260 M91L
Phenols 32730 ti/L
Sulfate 945 mg/L
Sulfide 745 rn /L
Boron
Tannin & Lignin ug/L
Heamolent Chromium ug/L
Bicarbonate ail
Carbonate mg/L
Total Dissolved Solids mg/L
NH3 as N 610 mWL
TKN an N 625 mgfL
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mg/L
P: Toml as P 665 mg/L
PO4 as P 70507 mg/L
P: Dis.I,d as P 666 m,/L
K-Potassium mWL
Cd-Cadminm 1027 ug/L
C1-Chromium Total 1034 ug/L
Cu-Copper 1042 ug/L
Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/L
Pb-Lead 1051 ug/L
Zn-Zmc 1092 ug/L
V-Vanadium ug/L
Ag-Silser 1077 ug/L
M-Aluminum 1105 ug/L
Be -Beryllium 1012 ug/L
C. Calcium 916 mg/L
Co -Cobalt 1037 ug/L
Fe- he. 1045 ug/L
MG -Molybdenum ug/L
Sb-Antunony ug/L
Sn-Tin ug/L
TI-Thallium ug/L
Ti-Titanium ug/L
Hg-1631 ng/L
Li -Lithium 1132 ug/L
Mg- Magnesium 927 mg/L
Mn-Manganese 1055 u)/L
Na, Sodium 929 mWL
Arsenic: Total 1002 ug/L
Se -Selenium 1147 uyL
Hg-Mercury 71900 ug/L
Ba-Barium ug/L
Organochlorme Pesticides
Orgi nophospboms Pesticides
Orge nonitroban Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/Neutral&Acid Extractable Organics
TPH Diesel Range
Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle mq d)
TPH Gasoline Range
TPH/BTEX Gasoline Range
PhYtoplankto,
Temperature, on arrival (GC):
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2011 �I
System Performance Annual Rep
Wastewater Treatment Facility
General Information
• Facility/System Name: Cane Creek Middle School
• Responsible Entity: Buncombe County School System
t
MAR - 5 2012 f,
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' FEB L 9 2012
• Person in Charge: Be_lvin Hall, Assistant Maintenance Director
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• Telephone Number: [phone]
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• Contract Operator in Responsible Charge: RPB Systems Inc. -Richard Swilling
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Applicable Permit: NPDES NCO086436 Expires: 12/31/2015
• Description of Treatment System:
The Cane Creek Middle School wastewater treatment system is a 0.012 MGD
package treatment plant with flow equalization, clarifiers, chlorine contact
chamber, v-notch weir with flow recorder, standby natural gas generator,
chlorination and dechlorination equipment. This facility is located at the Cane
Creek Middle School at 570 Lower Brush Creek Road, Fairview, NC. The
treated effluent discharges into Cane Creek, part of the French Broad River
Basin which is classified as C waters.
Performance
• Summary of System Performance for 2011:
This facility is well maintained and in good operational condition. Records are
being maintained as required by their NPDES permit.
The treatment facility• experienced no overflows or spills during 2011.
Page 1 of 3

2011 Monthly Compliance Summary
• January 2011-Compliant
• February 2011-Compliant
• March 2011-Compliant
• April 2011 -Compliant
• May 2011-Compliant
• June 2011- Compliant
• July 2011- Compliant
• August 2011- Compliant
• September 2011-Compliant
• October 2011-Compliant
• November 2011-Compliant
December 2011-Compliant
• Listed below are monthly Discharge Monitoring Report parameters as reported to
the Division of Water Quality in 2011.
Flow
BOD
TSS
NH3N
Fecal
Jan
0.010
5.0
9.1
2.9
1.0
Feb
0.010
7.4
7.0
6.40
2.0
Mar
0.010
9.1
5.8
14.7
1.0
April
0.008
16.3
5.2
7.9
1.0
May
0.010
8.5
6.1
22.90
1.0
0.008
8.2
5.5
9.40
1.0
No Flow
P
0.010
9.0
4.6
6.40
3.0
0.009
7.5
6.4
8.4
16.0
0.010
13.0
9.3
8.9
3.0
ov
0.010
15.9
9.9
12.3
1.0
Dec
0.009
17.2
9.0 1
15.6
1.0
Permit
.012
Limits
MGD
1 30/45
30/45
200/400
Page 2 of 3

• Corrective Actions: No corrective actions were required at this facility.
Environmental Impact: There has been no observable environmental impact due
to these issues.
III. Notification
The availability of this report to parents of students and staff will be forwarded
to them via posting of this report on school information boards, by memorandum
and through regular PTA meetings.
IV. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is accurate and complete to the best
of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this system and that those users have been notified of its
availability. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information.
Signature
Belvin Hall, Assistant Director
Buncombe County Schools Maintenance
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Page 3 of 3

�PPB Systems
Construction Services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
February 27, 2012
System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Attached are the 2011 Annual Performance Reports for the following systems.
Cane Creek Middle School
NCO086436
Fairview Elementary School
NCO066788
Leicester Elementary School
NCO066796
North Buncombe Elementary School
NCO073814
North Buncombe High School
NCO061182
Cedar Hill WWTP
NCO068918
Trillium Links & Village
NCO059200
Blacksmith Run
NCO088056
If anything further is needed please contact me at [phone] or
dtrammelarl)bsystems.com.
Dinah Trammel
RPB Systems, Inc.
www.rpbsystems.com
P.O. Box 1325 • AshevBle, NC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax

4
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Larry McCallum
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2012-LV-0269
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. McCallum:
Division of Water Quality
Charles Wakild, P.E.
Director
May 31, 2012
i
Resources
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for February 2012 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
02/07/12
45 mg/I
82.3 mg/I
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. 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 this office.
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 wish to consider applying for a Special Order by
Consent. You may contact 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,
,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section '
cc: ARO copy
Point Source Branch
N'o" uCral�jazol a
rt
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX [phone]

LE ccy,Y
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
May 7, 2010
Dr. Larry McCallum
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Natural Resources
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-LV-0162
Permit No. NCO086436
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Cane Creek Elementary School W WTP
Buncombe County
Dear Dr. McCallum:
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for January 2010 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date 1
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration —
01/13/10
45 mg/l
49 mg/l
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 action for this and any additional violations of State law.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: DWQ Asheville Files
DWQ Central Files
RPB Systems/ ORC
S:1ti 15'P',nuncnmbe,N'a,Icualcr.\ I inor,lCanc Creek F.lem Soli 8fA3(,;N0V-20I0-I V-U161Aoc
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwatereualitv.ora FAX [phone]

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
November 29, 2011
Mr. R. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director, Maintenance
Buncombe County Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject:
Dear Mr. Hall:
NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-MV-0185
7rlLE C::;`Y
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's WWTP monitoring report for April 2011 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
pH
04/30/2011
Weekly
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above
parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt
of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this
office.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500.
Sincerely,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: DWQ Asheville Files
DWQ Central Files
RPB Systems/ ORC
S.\SWP\Buncombe\Wastewater\Minors\Cane Creek Middle Sch 86436\N0V-2011-MV-185.doc
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778
Internet: www.ncwaternuality.orn�
Phone[phone]
FAX [phone]
WeAhCarolina
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Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

RPB Systems
Construction Services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
February 22, 2010
System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Attached are the 2010 Annual Performance Reports for the following systems.
Cane Creek Middle School
NCO086436
Fairview Elementary School
NCO066788
Leicester Elementary School
NCO066796
North Buncombe Elementary School
NCO073814
North Buncombe High School
NCO061182
Cedar Hill WWTP
NCO068918
Trillium Links & Village
NCO059200
Wade Hampton POA
NCO062553
Blacksmith Run
NCO088056
If anything further is needed please contact me at [phone] or
dtrammel Drpbsystems.com.
441YI
Dinah Trammel
RPB Systems, Inc.
mmupbsystems.com
110. Box 1325 • hshedle, RC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax

2010
System Performance Annual Report
Wastewater Treatment Facility,' ;1
I. General information s
e
• Facility/System Name: Cane Creek Middle School
• Responsible Entity: Buncombe County School System
MAR 1 4 Zp11 II
rn1
i
WATER QUALITY SECTION
_EIALLF i?G;OVAL OFFICE -;
• Person in Charge: Belvin Hall Assistant Maintenance Director
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Contract Operator in Responsible Charge: RPB Systems Inc. -Richard Swillin
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Applicable Permit: NPDES NCO086436 Expires: 12/31/2015
• Description of Treatment System:
The Cane Creek Middle School wastewater treatment system is a 0.012 MGD
package treatment plant with flow equalization, clarifiers, chlorine contact
chamber, v-notch weir with flow recorder, standby natural gas generator,
chlorination and dechlorination equipment. This facility is located at the Cane
Creek Middle School at 570 Lower Brush Creek Road, Fairview, NC. The
treated effluent discharges into Cane Creek, part of the French Broad River
Basin which is classified as C waters.
II. Performance
• Summary of System Performance for 2010:
This facility is well maintained and in good operational condition. Records are
being maintained as required by their NPDES permit.
The treatment facility experienced no overflows or spills du
FEB 2 5 2011
Page 1 of 3

2010 Monthly Compliance Summary
January 2010-Non Compliant
Daily TSS limit is 45 mg/I
Reported 49.0 mg/I
• February 2010-Compliant
• March 2010-Compliant
April 2010-Compliant
• May 2010-Compliant
• June 2010- Compliant
• July 2010- Compliant
• August 2010- Compliant
• September 2010-Compliant
• October 2010-Compliant
• November 2010-Compliant
• December 2010-Compliant
• Listed below are monthly Discharge Monitoring Report parameters as reported to
the Division of Water Quality in 2010.
Flow
I BOD
TSS
NH3N
Fecal
Jan
0.010
16.7
27.0
0.40
5.0
Feb
0.009
13.8
21.3
0.10
2.0
Mar
0.010
5.2
8.20
0.45
1.0
April
0.010
6.5
16.5
0.30
1.0
May
0.010
8.2
11.0
3.20
2.0
Page 2 of 3

Corrective Actions: In January the contact chamber was pumped to remove solids
and aeration timers were adjusted.
• Environmental Impact: There has been no observable environmental impact due
to these issues.
III. Notification
The availability of this report to parents of students and staff will be forwarded
to them via posting of this report on school information boards, by memorandum
and through regular PTA meetings.
IV. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is accurate and complete to the best
of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this system and that those users have been notified of its
availability. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information.
Signature
Belvin Hall, Assistant Director
Buncombe County Schools Maintenance
1 S
D afe
Page 3 of 3

j nlu ivy oeivin nau - cane (reek 2009.docx
' APR 16 2010
f
ZOOS WFlTER "_ CUALIT"
A ' -'� G REON 1 r -
System Performance Annul Report
Wastewater Treatment Facility
I. General Information
• Facility/System Name: Cane Creek Middle School MAR 042010
Responsible Entity: Buncombe County School System olNRsou7aceHu
• Person in Charge: Belvin Hall Assistant Maintenance Director
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Contract Operator in Responsible Charge: RPB Systems, Inc. -Robert Barr
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Applicable Permit: NPDES NCO086436 Expires: 12/31/2010
• Description of Treatment System:
The Cane Creek Middle School wastewater treatment system is a 0.012 MGD
package treatment plant with flow equalization, clarifiers, chlorine contact
chamber, chlorination and dechlorination equipment. This facility is located at
the Cane Creek Middle School at 570 Lower Brush Creek Road, Fairview, NC.
The treated effluent discharges into Cane Creek, part of the French Broad River
Basin which is classified as C waters.
II. Performance
• Summary of System Performance for 2009:
This facility is well maintained and in good operational condition. Records are
being maintained as required by their NPDES permit.
The treatment facility experienced no overflows or spills during 2009.

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Page 2,
2009 Monthly Compliance Summary
• January 2009-Compliant
• February 2009-Compliant
• March 2009-Compliant
• April 2009-Compliant
• May 2009-Compliant
• June 2009- Compliant
• July 2009- Non Compliant-BOD Daily Limit 45.0 mg/1
• 7121/09 BOD 49.0 mg/I
• August 2009- Compliant
• September 2009-Compliant
• October 2009-Compliant
• November 2009-Compliant
• December 2009-Compliant
• Listed below are monthly Discharge Monitoring Report parameters as reported to
the Division of Water Quality in 2009.
Flow
BOD
TSS
Fecal
Jan
0.010
8.8
14.42.0
Feb
0.010
10.2
16.650.0
Mar
0.010
11.9
13.555.0April
0.010
70
7024.0May
0.0105.5June
0.010
5.9
10.63.8July
JNH3N
0.01016.0
7.2
2.0Aug
0.010
8.78.4
2.4Sept
0.010
6.7
7.2
4.0Oct
0.010
7.2
102
4.0Nov
0.010
10.2
195
2.0Dec
0.010
10.3
14.1
2.0
Permit I 012 30/45 30/45 200/400
Limits MGD

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Corrective Actions:
The BOD non compliance 7/21/09 was possibly due to floor cleaning that was
done there recently. Results on 7/28/09 show compliance with BOD limitations.
Environmental Impact: There has been no observable environmental impact due
to these issues.
III. Notification
The availability of this report to parents of students and staff will be forwarded
to them via posting of this report on school information boards, by memorandum
and through regular PTA meetings.
IV. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is accurate and complete to the best
of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this system and that those users have been notified of its
availability. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information.
Signature
Belvin Hall, Assistant Director
Buncombe County Schools Maintenance
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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
Natural Resources
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
Mr. R. Belvin Hall. Assistant Director
Buncombe County Board of Education
Maintenance Department
175 Bingham Road
Asheville NC 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
February 23, 2010
Dee Freeman
Secretary
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the inspection
conducted on February 19, 2010. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NC0086436.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or
your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4662.
Sincerely,
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
Asheville Files
S:\SWP\Buncombe\Wastewater\Minors\Cane Creek Elem Sch 86436\CEI.02-19-10.doc
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 NorthCarolina
Phone: [phone]FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Naturally
Internet: www.ncwaterguali�.org VIA

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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 Fee Type
1 Iwl 21s1 31 NCO086436 Ill 121 10/02/19 I17 181c1. 19L 201 I
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Remarks
21III1IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII1I16
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ------------Reserved-----------
67I 1. 0 169 70 U 71 u 721 a I 73 W 74 75I I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Cane Creek Elementary School
01:35 PM 10/02/19
06/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
570 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Fletcher NC 28732
02:20 PM 10/02/19
10/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/ritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Kenneth Carey Henson/ORC/828-251-1900/
Name, Address of Responsible OfficiaUTitle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit N Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Dale
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
G t i G`X� -�, 3 /?- L) C)
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.)
3I NC0086436 I11 12I 10/02/19 117 18Icl
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Please forward a copy of this report to your operator and/or contract operating firm (if applicable).
FACILITY DESCRIPTION:
The Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP is a Class II facility rated as a 0.012 MGD extended
aeration with: manual bar screen; flow equalization with audible and visual alarms; aeration
basin with blowers providing diffused air; clarifier with sludge return; aerobic digestor;
tablet chlorinator; chlorine contact chamber; dechlorination unit with post -aeration; 22.5
degree V-notch weir with flow recorder and standby natural gas generator.
PERMIT / INSPECTION / LOG:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on
11-17-2008 by Wanda Frazier.
The permit expires on 12-31-2010. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events, process
control and field testing data.
TREATMENT UNITS / PROCESS CONTROL TESTING DATA:
The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows:
Temperature = 6.7 degrees Celsius
pH = 6.36 units --- Hydrated lime, sodium bicarbonate and soda ash were added to raise
the pH and increase the alkalinity.
Dissolved Oxygen = 3.47 mg/I --- The timers were adjusted to increase aeration on
Saturday (2/20/10), due to a school make-up day.
Tip: The ideal level for dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin is generally 1 to 3
mg/I. Seasonal changes in temperature require the adjustment of the aeration timer to
achieve ideal dissolved oxygen levels.
Settleable Solids = 250 ml/I = 25%
Tip: Using the settleability test, the return sludge pumping rate is usually set so
that the flow rate is approximately equal to the percentage volumes occupied by the
settleable solids from the aeration basin after settling for 30 minutes in a
settleometer. For example, a settleability of 30% would generally indicate a
recommended return sludge pumping rate of 30%.
Having the percent settleable solids (i.e. 30%) the same as the percent return sludge
pumping rate (i.e. 30%), allows for the solids balance in the plant to be maintained.
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Permit: NCO086436 Owner • Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02119/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
If the plant cannot handle that return sludge pumping rate, then wasting is probably
recommended, unless the sludge is too young.
EFFLUENT:
The effluent data was as follows:
pH = 6.36 units
Temperature = 6.7 degrees Celsius
Chlorine = 11 ugh
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY:
Mr. Kenneth Henson, ORC, assisted in the inspection and appears to be operating and maintaining
the facility very well.
The effluent was clear and appeared to be in compliance with permit limits.
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT:
Note: According to the Clean Water Act of 1999 (House Bill 1160), the legal requirement for
submittal of the System Performance Annual Report is as follows:
The owner or operator of any wastewater treatment works or wastewater collection systems that
treats or collects primarily domestic or municipal waste, must provide an Annual Report to its
users or customers and to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources that summarizes
the treatment works' and collection system's performance over a 12 month period.)
The System Performance Annual Performance Report had been filed for the calendar year 2008 and was
received by the Division on February 26, 2009.
The System Performance Annual Report, for 2009, is due no later than 60 days of the end of the
reporting period.
Report Format:
The following is provided as guidance to assist you in meeting this aspect of the new reporting
requirements. The law states the above mentioned report shall summarize the performance of the
treatment works or collection system and state the extent to which any terms of its permit,
federal laws, or any State laws, regulations or rules related to the protection of water quality
have been violated. In order to meet the spirit of this law, it is strongly suggested that, at
a minimum, the report contain the following information:
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Permit: NCO086436 Owner • Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02/19/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
I. General Information
• Name of regulated entity and county
• Responsible entity, person or contact with phone number or address
• Listing of applicable permit(s) — NPDES and Collection System permits, etc.
Note: water plant wastewater dischargers are exempt)
• Description of collection or treatment system or process
Il. Performance
• Description of overall 12-month performance, noting highlights and deficiencies.
• By month, list of the number and type of any violations of permit conditions, environmental
regulations or environmental laws, including (but not limited to):
Permit Limit Violations — list by month and type
Monitoring and Reporting Violations — i.e. NOVs and Civil Assessments
(Illegal) Bypass of treatment facilities*
Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs)* - Dates of SSOs*, Press Releases & Public
Notices (*Note the estimated total monthly volumes and locations of events in which more
than 1,000 gallons of waste reached surface waters.
• Description of any known environmental impact of violations
• Description of corrective measures taken to address violations or deficiencies
III. Notification
• Statement as to how users or customers have been provided access to the report.
IV. Certification
• Statement by a responsible official certifying the report is accurate and complete.
It shall be left to the individual applicable entities to decide both how much detail above minimum they wish
to provide in the report and how they will provide the report to their users or customers. This law was
established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public confidence). Those
entities that fall under the scope of this part of the law are encouraged to be
forthcoming in their report and they should provide its readers a contact where they may view more detailed
information.
To satisfy the Departmental reporting requirement, three copies of the report should be submitted to the
following address:
System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
(You may base your report on either a calendar year or a fiscal year time frame: i.e. July 1 — June 30.)
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Permit: NCO086436 Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02/19/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
❑
❑
■
❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
Cl
❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
n
■
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
❑
❑
❑
Operations & Maintenance Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■
❑
❑
❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■
❑
❑
❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Bar Screens Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
■
b. Mechanical
❑
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
■ ❑
❑
❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
■ ❑
❑
❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
■ ❑
❑
❑
Is the unit in good condition?
■ ❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
,
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
❑
❑
❑
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑
❑
■
❑
Are the diffusers operational?
■
. ❑
❑
0
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
❑
❑
❑
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
❑
❑
❑
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Permit: NCO086436
Inspection Date: 02/19/2010
Aeration Basins
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
Are weirs level?
Is the site free of weir blockage?
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
Is scum removal adequate?
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
Is the drive unit operational?
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin Floc?
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Yes No NA NE
■❑❑❑
■❑❑❑
2
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NC0086436 Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 02/19/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
De -chlorination
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Standby Power
Is automatically activated standby power available?
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
Is the generator tested under load?
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity, to operate the entire wastewater site?
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
Comment: The generator is connected to the natural gas pipeline. No refueling is
necessary.
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? .
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
2
Yes No NA NE
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
Mr. Belvin Hall , Assistant Director
Maintenance Department
Buncombe County Board of Education
175 Bingham Rd
Asheville NC 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
November 5, 2009
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Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Dee Freeman
Secretary
NOV-2009-LV-0484
Permit No. NCO086436
Cane Creek Elementary School WWTP
Buncombe County
A review of Cane Creek Elementary School's monitoring report for July 2009 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
07/21/09
45 mg/I
49 mg/I
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem.
Since comments were provided on the DMR, no further response if required. If you have additional
information concerning the violation or further comments regarding remedial actions taken, please
submit them to the attention of Wanda Frazier.
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 wish to consider
applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for additional
information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier at 828-
296-4662.
cc: WQ Central Files
ARO Files
Sincerely,
)1k Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70; Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.nmatercivality.org gym FAX [phone]

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BUNCOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
175 BINGHAM RD., ASHE VILLE, NC 288' �� f
TELEPHONE [phone] 'k�m
FAX [phone]
2008 t
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System Performance Annual Report DENR - WATER QUALI
Wastewater Treatment Facility PC�NNOURCE BRAN,
I. General Information DENR - W1iER QUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH
• Facility/System Name: Cane Creek Middle School
• Responsible Entity: Buncombe County School System
• Person in Charge: Belvin Hall, Assistant Maintenance Director
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Contract Operator in Responsible Charge: RPB Systems, Inc. -Robert Barr
• Telephone Number: [phone]
• Applicable Permit: NPDES NCO086436 Expires: 12/31/2010
• Description of Treatment System:
The Cane Creek Middle School wastewater treatment system is a 0.012 MGD
package treatment plant with flow equalization, clarifiers, chlorine contact
chamber, chlorination and dechlorination equipment. This facility is located at
the Cane Creek Middle School at 570 Lower Brush Creek Road, Fairview, NC.
The treated effluent discharges into Cane Creek, part of the French Broad River
Basin which is classified as C waters.
II. Performance
• Summary of System Performance for 2008:
This facility is well maintained and in good operational condition. Records are
being maintained as required by their NPDES permit. The treatment facility had
four daily permit violations and one monthly permit violation in 2008.
Page 1 of 3

The treatment facility experienced no overflows or spills during 2008.
• 2008 Monthly Compliance Summary
• January 2008-Compliant
• February 2008-Compliant
• March 2008-Compliant
• April 2008-Compliant
• May 2008-Compliant
• June 2008- Non Compliant BOD Monthly Limit 30.0 mg/I
Monthly Average 39.3 mg/I
BOD Daily Limit 45.0 mg/I
6/20/08 BOD Result 70.3 mg/I
6/26/08 BOD Result 55.5 mg/I
TSS Daily Limit 45.0 mg/I
6/20/08 TSS Result 59.0
• July 2008-Compliant
August 2008-Non Compliant TSS Daily Limit 45.0 mg/I
8/12/08 TSS Result 46.7 mg/I
• September 2008-Compliant
• October 2008-Compliant
November 2008-Compliant
• December 2008-Compliant
• Listed below are monthly Discharge Monitoring Report parameters as reported to
the Division of Water Quality in 2008.
Flow BOD TSS NH3N Fecal
Jan
0.010
14.7
9.9
1.7
2.0
Feb
0.010
19.3
9.4
3.1
2.0
Mar
0.010
11.2
8.6
1.9
2.0
April
0.010
20.6
11.1
0.9
2.0
May
0.010
12.6
8.8
1.1
5.0
June
0.010
39.3
25.0
10.4
3.0
July
0.010
17.6
4.4
0.1
2.0
Aug
0.010
6.5
24.3
1.4
2.0
Sept
0.010
2.9
8.8
0.1
7.0
Oct
0.100
13.1
13.8
10.3
3.0
Nov
0.010
5.7
7.1
0.1
4.0
Dec
0.010
4.7
3.5
0.1
2.3
Permit
.012
30/45
30/45
200/400
Limits
MGD
mg/I
mg/I
col/100 ml
Page 2 of 3

• Corrective Actions:
In June the BOD and TSS violations were due to a valve leak and summer floor
cleaning causing the plant to lose DO. The valve was repaired and DO showed
improvement.
The August daily TSS violation was due to the increased flow due to school start
up. The timers and returns were adjusted to correct this condition. Improvement
was seen the next week.
Environmental Impact: There has been no observable environmental impact due
to these issues.
Notification
The availability of this report to parents of students and staff will be forwarded
to them via posting of this report on school information boards, by memorandum
and through regular PTA meetings.
Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is accurate and complete to the best
of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this system and that those users have been notified of its
availability. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information.
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Signature Date
Belvin Hall, Assistant Director
Buncombe County Schools Maintenance
Page 3 of 3

�c Michael F. Easley, Governor
( William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
E ILE COPY
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
November 21. 2008
Mr. Belvin Hall, Assistant Director of Maintenance
Buncombe County Board of Education
167 Craven Street
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Dear Mr. Hall:
Colson H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Cane Creek Elementary School
Permit No: NCO086436
Buncombe County
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on November 17, 2008. The facility was found to be in Compliance with
permit NC0086436.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely,
I" j
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Ken Henson, ORC - RPB Systems, Inc.
Bob Barr - RPB Systems, Inc.
Central Files
Asheville Files - G:\WPDATA\DEMWQ\Buncombe\86436 Cane Creek\86436 CEI 2008.doc NAhCarolina
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2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1-877-623-6748

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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 vi 2 (5� 31 NCO086436 111 121 08/11/17 117 181 rl 19u 201 I
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Remarks
21IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIl6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CA --- --- ---- -------- ------Reserved----------------------
67I 1,0 7071' 72U 7375I� 80
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Dale
Permit Effective Date
11:30 AM 08/11/17
06/02/01
Cane Creek Elementary School
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
570 Lower Brush Creek Rd
Fletcher NC 28732 -
12:20 PM 08/11/17
10/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)rritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/f itle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports ■ Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Fraz'er ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management O A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Dale
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1
N00086436 1
11 121
08/11/17 I17 18i_r
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Treatment Units / Process Control Testing / Effluent Data:
This facility consists of a Prowater Inc. package plant. The plant is less than 10 years old
and is now showing some signs of corrosion and rust on the exposed surfaces. To prevent further
damage, these areas need to be sanded and repainted.
The bar screen bars a wider apart than usual, however the operator is able to routinely remove
debris as needed, therefore no further action is recommended.
The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows:
Temperature = 14.4 degrees Celcius
pH = 6.98 units
Dissolved Oxygen = —1.0 mg/I
Tip: The ideal level for dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin is generally 1 to 3 mg/I.
Seasonal changes in temperature require the adjustment of the aeration timer to achieve ideal
dissolved oxygen levels.
Settleable Solids = 330/1000 mi/I = 33%
Tip: Using the settleability test, the return sludge pumping rate is usually set so that the
flow rate is approximately equal to the percentage volumes occupied by the settleable solids
from the aeration basin after settling for 30 minutes in a settleometer. For example, a
settleability of 30% would generally indicate a recommended return sludge pumping rate of 30%.
Having the percent settleable solids (i.e. 30%) the same as the percent return sludge pumping
rate (i.e. 30%), allows for the solids balance in the plant to be maintained. If the plant
cannot handle that return sludge pumping rate, then wasting is probably recommended, unless the
sludge is too young.
The effluent data was as follows:
Dissolved Oxygen = —1.0 mg/I
pH = 6.98 units
Temperature = 14.4 degrees Celcius
Chlorine = 40 ug/I (taken straight out of the dechlor dispenser, prior to post aeration)
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Permit: NCO086436 Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 1111712008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Records & Reports:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 2-28-2007 by Janet Cantwell.
The permit expires on 12/31/2010. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The Annual. Performance Report was filed for the 2007. The 2008 report is due by March 1, 2009.
The log book was present on -site and had good notation of daily events.
Operations & Maintenance / Summary:
The effluent appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with permit limits.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained.
The operator, Mr. Ken Henson, was on -site during the inspection and is doing an excellent job.
Flow Measurement:
The flow measuring device consists of an effluent v-notch weir plate and a Stevens model 61 R
chart flow meter with totalizer. The meter was recently calibrated on 8-20-2008.
Standby Power:
The emergency generator is a Kohler Power System and was exercised during the inspection.
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Permit: NG0086436 - Owner - Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 11/17/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
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Bar Screens -
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Type of bar screen
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Equalization Basins
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Aeration Basins
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Mode of operation
Ext.
Air
Type of aeration system Diffused
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
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Permit: NCO086436
Inspection Date: 11/17/2008
Aeration Basins
Are the diffusers operational?
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
Is the DO level acceptable?
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3,0 mg/I)
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
Owner- Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
Are weirs level?
Is the site free of weir blockage?
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
Is scum removal adequate?
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
Is the drive unit operational?
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Permit: NCO086436 Owner- Facility: Cane Creek Elementary School
Inspection Date: 11/1712008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Standby Power
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propane to a service line for natural gas.
Effluent Pipe -
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Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
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Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
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EQUIPMENT LIST:
Barscreen
Mow EgUalization Chamber
Aeration
Sludge Holding
Clarifier
Chlorine Contact
Flow Measurement
Dechlorination
Post Aeration
CANE CREEK SCHOOL
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY
DESIGN CRITERIA
Yes
10,000 gal useable volume
18,000 gallon (36 hour detention)
2,500 gallon
2,580 gallon
600 gallon tablet feeder
continuous ISCO 3210
tablet feeder
500 gallon
2. Design parameters and NPDES Permit limits:
a. Equalization basin: Required for all facilities.
Working volume = 20 to 25% of average daily volume.
For school having flow within 8 hours use
4. Verify aeration requirements:
a. Detention time = volume(18,000 gal x 24 hours/ days > 24 hours, use 36
Q(12,000) GPD
b. Calculate BOD loading:
lb BOD/ day = 200 mp/l x 8.34 x Q(0.012) MGD
= 20.02 #'s BOD /day; Use 21 #'s / day

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Design Criteria 5/11/1998
C. Calculate air needed for BOD removal:
CFM for BOD removal = 2,100 CFM/# BOD x 21 #'s BOD/Dav
1440 min/day
= 29.19 CFM; USE 30 CFM
d. Calculate air needed for mixing:
CFM for mixing = 25 CFM - aeration tank-0 9,OOO) gallons
1000 CF x 7.48 gal/CF
= 60.16 CFM; USE 61 CFM
Use larger CFM for calculating total air requirements.
5. Sludge Holding Tank:
Treatment system designed to treat wastewater @ 200 mg/l BOD.
BOD limit is 30 mg/I
Assume 2% Solids content
0.65 lb sludge per lb BOD removed
a. lb sludge/day = (200 mg/I — 30 mg/I) x 8.34 x 0.012 MOD x 0.65 lb slud e
lb BOD removed
= 11.06 lb sludge/day; use 12 1b. sludge/day
b. @ 2% solids, volume = 12 lb. slud eg /day
(0.02 x 8.34)
= 65.9 gallons/day
30 day storage requirement = 66 gallons/day x 30 days
= 1978 gallons
USE 2,500 Digester Size
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Design Criteria
a. Calculate air needed for digestion:
b.
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CFM = 20 CFM - Sludge tank volume (2500) gal
(1000 CF x 7.48 gal/CF)
= 6.68 CFM; USE 7.0 CFM
Verify sludge capacity:
PC = Population Equivalent = Q 2000)GPD
(100 GPD/person)
M"zil
Per capita sludge capacity= 2500 Rallons
(120 x 7.48)
Total air requirements:
a. Equalization
= 2.78 ; > 1 CF/person , OK
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5/11/1998
7.0 CFM (use separate blower)
Aeration Tank 61 CFM
Sludge Holding Tank 7 CFM
Air Lifts @ 10 CFM/airlift 30 CFM
Post aeration @ 20 CFM/l000 CF volume 6 CFM
TOTAL 104 CFM
b. Blowers Provided: 2 blowers aeration tanks — 1 adchtional blower for equalization tad
C. Each blower unit shall be equipped with a check valve and gate valve.
Clarifier/Final Settling Tank:
a. Calculate detention time:
Detention time = volume of clarifier,( alb* lons) x 24 hrs/day
12,000 gpd
Detention time>= 4 hours, ok

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Design Criteria 5/11/1998
b. Calculate surface loading rate:
Surface loading rate = (12000) GPD
Area ( 49.5) ft2
Should be < 300 GPD/ ft2 for plants < 0.05 MGD, 242.5 gpd/ft2, ok
C. Calculate weir loading rate:
Weir loading rate = O ( 12,000 GPD
weir length ( 4' 11-3/4") ft
Weir loading rate shall be < 10,000 GPD/ ft.; 2,410 gpd/ft2, ok
S. Chlorine Contact Tank:
a. Contact time:
Contact time = tank volume ( 600 )gal x24 hrs/day= 1.20 lurs
Q ( 12,000 )GPD
Contact time shall be > 0.5 hours and should be baffled.; ok
b. Method of chlorination:
tablet chlorination is satisfactory for Q < 50,000 GPD, ok
10. Miscellaneous, items to be addressed:
a. Sludge disposal information should be Provided, indicating how, where and by whom sludge
will be disposed.
b. Flow recorder and totalizer required as specified in the NPDES permit.
C. Plans shall show the 100- year flood elevation. Facilities shall be protected from the 100- yet
flood.
d. Equalization tank shall be aerated.
e. Check security measures, i.e. fence, light, etc.
h. Facility should provide source of wash down water on site.

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Technical Specifications
For
12,000 GPD Wastewater Treatment System Improvements
At
Cane Creek Elementary School
NPDES Permit Number NCO086436
Buncombe County
February, 1999
Prepared by:
Carl McConnell, P.E.
Ledford Engineering Inc.
306 W. Haywood Street
Asheville, North Carolina

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Extended Aeration Technical Specifications - 12,000 GPD
General Specification
There shall be furnished, as shown on the drawings and as described in these specifications, one
(1) Extended Aeration Sewage Treatment Plant with Clarifier. The plant shall consist of one 12'
wide by 50' length rectangular tank. The tank shall include chambers for flow equalization,
extended aeration, clarification, chlorine contact, post aeration and sludge holding.
The contractor shall furnish the equipment necessary for the effective operation of the plant,
including piping, valves, fittings, blower, blower skid, skimmer assembly, sludge return piping,
walkway with handrails (if applicable), access ladder (if necessary) and electric control panel.
Operating Conditions
The treatment plant shall be capable of treating 12,000 gallons per day (GPD) of domestic
wastewater. The wastewater shall have a BOD5 concentration of not more than 200 parts per
million (PPM) as measured by a composite sample. In addition, the wastewater shall not have a
suspended solids (SS) loading of more than 200 ppm. Based on these parameters, the treatment
plant shall achieve a minimum of 85% reduction of both BOD5 and SS.
The treatment plant shall be designed to handle a maximum hydraulic load of 2.5 times the
average daily flow. Treatment levels at this flow range shall be less than 85%.
Construction
The treatment plant shall be manufactured using a minimum thickness of 1/4-inch MOH steel
plate. The steel plate shall meet or exceed the requirements of ASTM Specification A-36. The
tank shall have a maximum opening of twelve (12) feet at the top, along the entire length of the
flow equalization, aeration, clarifier and chlorine contact/sludge holding chambers. The opening
shall be framed with structural members which shall also support the walkway grating. The
clarifier shall be constructed to form an open top with an inverted cone bottom. The bulkheads
shall be structurally reinforced flat heads. Each bulkhead shall be capable of withstanding full
dewatering of the adjacent compartment.
Component construction within the treatment plant shall be non -corrosive poly -vinyl chloride
(PVC) piping and fittings shall be used where possible. Flanges used in low pressure lines shall
be light duty. Standard flexible type transition fittings shall be used where possible for inter -tank
transfer lines. Nuts and bolts used in bolting equipment in place shall be hot dipped galvanized
steel.
The plate and structural members shall be connected by shielded electric arc welding with welds
of adequate sections for the connections. Welds shall be continuous where required to provide a
watertight connection. The structural and plate components shall be connected by welding in
compliance with the A.I.S.C. and A.W.S. specifications.

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FLOW EQUALIZATION BASIN
The flow equalization basin shall be capable of equalizing 12,000 gallons per day (GPD) of domestic
sewage based on an 8-hour flow period. The flow equalization basin shall consist of a 10,000 gallon steel
fabricated tank, a bar -screen, dual surge pumps, duplex surge pump control panel, flow regulating
pipework and splitter box, air header and air diffuser, and simplex blower package.
Aeration Chamber
The chamber shall have sufficient capacity to provide a minimum detention time of 36 hours
based on the average daily flow of 12,000 GPD. The chamber shall have sludge control valves
to allow for regulation of the returned sludge.
The chamber shall be provided with aeration diffusers spaced a maximum of seven (7) feet on
center and extend the entire length of the chamber. The rectangular shape of the vessel and the
offset location of the diffuser shall provide efficient mixing and aeration. Non -corroding PVC
pipe shall be provided for the return sludge from the clarifier to the aeration chamber. The
sludge return line shall be provided with PVC ball valves for the control of return and waste
sludge. The valves shall be easily accessible from the service walkway.
Clarifier
The clarifier shall be designed to provide a minimum detention time of 4 hours at average daily
flow. The chamber shall be designed to provide a surface -loading rate not greater than 300
GPD/sq ft (taken at the actual water surface). The effluent weir flow rate shall not exceed
10,000 GPD/ft.
The clarifier shall be equipped with an inlet distribution pipe and stilling well. The inlet pipe
shall be designed to minimize settling in the line. The line shall be arranged to prevent the
entrapment of air or turbulence in the clarifier. The inlet stilling well shall be designed to evenly
distribute the influent downward with minimal disturbance of the sludge blanket. The effluent
shall exit the clarifier through the weir assembly.
Sludge Collector and Skimmer
The airlift sludge return systems to return the settled sludge back to the aeration
chambers consists of two (2) 3" diameter airlift sludge return piping per clarifier with air
regulating valve to adjust the rate of sludge return to the aeration basin in each clarifier
hopper bottom, a 1" air line supplying air to the return, threaded disconnect union for
maintenance purposes, clean out plug to allow for easy cleaning and maintenance, and
double gate valves on both sludge returns to enable routine sludge wasting to the
digester chamber.
The skimmer return system shall consist of one (1) 2" return pipe per clarifier, air
regulating valve for return rate adjustment, and adjusting skimmer constructed from sch
40 steel pipe. The adjusting skimmer shall be positioned slightly below water level by
means of an adjustable dresser coupling.

Settled sludge shall be removed from the clarifier by a sludge airlift pump connected to the
sludge well. The sludge airlift shall have an adjustable recirculation capacity of at least 100% of
the average daily flow. A clean -out plug shall be provided at the top of the airlift pipe for
cleaning and maintenance.
Chlorine Contact Chamber _The chlorine contact chamber shall provide a minimum volume to<sure 15 m nutes of contact
time at a flow rate of 2.5 times the average daily flow. A tablet chlI be provided for
the effluent disinfection and shall consist of a Jet-Chlor model 110-tablet chlorinator capable of
treating up to 50,000 GPD.
The chamber shall be a minimum of three and one-half (3-1/2) feet in width for ease of
maintenance.
Sludge Holding Chamber
The treatment plant shall be provided with a sludge holding chamber. The chamber shall be
designed on the basis of 1 cubic -foot per capita served (assuming 100 gpcd).
The sludge holding chamber shall be sized to hold a minimum capacity of 3000 gallons
based on a minimum of 30 days storage. The chamber shall be located on the influent
side of the aeration basin as an integral compartment with the influent wastewater piped
through the sludge holding chamber to the aeration chamber. The chamber shall have a
minimum of one (1) aeration diffuser. The diffuser shall provide adequate air to prevent the
occurrence of anaerobic conditions. A drop diffuser assembly shall be piped to the sludge
holding basin and aerated by the main treatment plant blowers supplying a minimum of
20 cfm of air per 1000 cu.ft. of volume. Air supply shall be regulated by a air regulating
ball valve. An overflow sanitary tee shall be installed for supernatant return to the
aeration chamber along with a swivel joint airlift supernatant return.
Air Supply
Air shall be supplied by means of two positive displacement blowers of sufficient size to
provide a minimum of 2100 cubic feet of air per pound of BOD (5-day) loading to the
aeration chamber or 25 cfm per 1000 cubic feet of aeration chamber volume, whichever
is greatest, and have a sufficient amount of air to operate air lift sludge and scum
removal returns in clarifier chamber.
The blower/motor assemblies shall be mounted along side of the package treatment
plant on a concrete slab within a Leonard prefabricated building. The blower/motor
assemblies shall be mounted on a steel stand to enable routine maintenance and
servicing.
Each blower shall be capable of delivering 300 cubic feet of air per minute (CFM) at 5.0
psi when operating at maximum speed of 3000 rpm. Each motor shall be at 5 Hp, 1750
rpm, three phase, 60 cycle, 230 volt totally enclosed fan cooled motor. The motors
shall be mounted on adjustable motor bases for operator ease in servicing and

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adjusting V-belts. The motor shall have a 1.15 service factor but shall not be overloaded
beyond the motor manufacturer's specification.
Check valves, gate valves, intake filter silencers with wire mesh filter elements, double
belt pulleys, bushings, V-belts, flexible rubber couplings, pressure relief valve, belt
guards, and associated piping are standard with each assembly.
Each of the duplex blowers shall be set to deliver 100 cfm at 5.0 psi, at a speed of 1450
rpm as follows. Blowers shall be Roots 36URAI or approved equivalent.
Aeration BOD Loading: 29.19 cfm (2100 cfm/ # BOD)
OR: Aeration Mixing: 60.16 cfm (25 cfm/1000cu.ft.)**USE**
Air Lifting Returns: 30.0 cfm (10 cfm/return)
Sludge Holding 6.68 cfm
98 cfm
Each blower/motor unit shall be equipped with an expanded metal belt guard which shall comply
with OSHA specifications. The blower skid shall be equipped with pressure relief valve(s),
discharge check valve(s), intake filter(s), and discharge silencer. The blower skid shall be
isolated from the treatment slab by the use of vibration dampeners. The blower skid shall be
bolted to the floor using double galvanized nuts.
The pressure relief valves shall be of the spring -loaded type. The valves shall be equipped with
an adjustable spring. The spring shall be protected from corrosion by heavy-duty axle grease.
The valves shall be mounted between each blower and check valve. The pressure relief valve
shall be factory tested and adjusted prior to shipment.
The blowers shall discharge into a check valve following the pressure relief valve. The blower
discharge piping shall be equipped with a drain cock to prevent the accumulation of moisture or
condensate. The drain cock shall be located at the lowest point of the piping header.
The blower skid shall be provided with intake filters and a discharge silencer. The intake filters
shall remove dust and particulate matter from the air to minimum size of 10 microns. The intake
filters shall be mounted on the blower intake connections. The discharge silencer shall be a
chamber type silencer. The silencer shall be mounted between the check valve chamber and the
air header. The unit shall be installed with flexible connections to prevent vibration damage.
Both intake filters and the discharge silencer shall be constructed of carbon steel.
The plant air header shall be provided with a vacuum breaker and pressure gauge. The vacuum
breaker shall be designed to prevent backflow when the blower is not running. The pressure
gauge shall be equipped with a snubber to prevent gauge pointer fluctuation and damage to the
gauge mechanism. The gauge shall have a minimum 4-1/2" face and it shall have a range of 0-
15 PSI.

Air Diffusers
The treatment plant shall be provided with air diffusers spaced a maximum of seven (7) feet on
center. The diffusers shall be mounted to the air manifold. The diffusers shall be non -corrosive,
lightweight and removable without dewatering the compartment.
Each diffuser bar shall be constricted of non -corrosive PVC mounted to Schedule 40 galvanized
steel drop pipe. The diffuser bar shall have 3/16-inch diameter holes, pointing straight down,
spaced to provide efficient oxygen transfer. The bar shall also be provided with a removable
clean -out plug for ease of maintenance, non -clog Snap -Cap Plus 5 mounted thereon at
approximately 6" centers.. The drop pipe shall be provided with a bronze lever handled gas
stop. The air diffuser system shall be designed to distribute air evenly over the entire
length of the flow equalization basin to provide sufficient mixing.
Walkway, Handrails and Ladders
There shall be galvanized grip strut grating to cover 100% of the flow equalization
basin. The panels shall be positioned to provide operator safe access to service all
phases of operation.
The grating panels shall consist of one piece of skid/slip resistant steel plank. All
grating shall consist of 18 gauge pregalvanized steel. Each grating panel shall be a 11-
3/4" surface width with a 2" rib depth. Each panel shall have a safe uniform load
capacity of not less than 80 pounds per square foot.
Electrical System
A complete pre -wired duplex motor control panel shall be mounted in Nema 3R
weatherproof metal enclosure. The electrical system will consist of circuit breakers,
motor starters, heaters, timeclock, hand -off -automatic selector switches, and
associated wiring. The panel shall be wired for 230 volt three phase. A 24 hour 15
minute interval timeclock shall also be provided for the duplex pump controls to control
the flow patterns to the secondary treatment unit.. A separate weekend time clock
shall be provided.
A NEMA type 3R enclosure fabricated of galvanized steel shall house the control equipment.
The panel shall be gasketed and dust tight. The panel shall have an aluminum dead front door
capable of opening 180-degrees +/-. The exterior of the panel shall be coated with catalyzed
epoxy resin paint. The interior of the panel shall be coated with an enamel finish. The outside
door shall be held closed by a lockable handle. Equipment mounted in the panel shall be
securely fastened to the removable back panel with cadmium plated steel screws. The back
panel and the dead front door shall be tapped to accept the mounting screws.

All wiring and conduit required between the flow equalization basin's electrical control
and the electric service shall be furnished and installed by an electrical contractor.
Conduit and wiring between plant control panel and motors and accessory equipment
shall be furnished by the manufacturer and installed by the contractor.
Thermal magnetic air circuit breakers shall be provided for branch disconnect service and over -
current protection for motors, control and auxiliary circuits. Magnetic across -the -line starters,
with under -voltage release and heat sensing coils for each phase shall be provided to give
positive motor protection against single phasing. Each blower motor shall be monitored by a
non-resettable elapsed time meter and neon indicator light.
Circuit breakers, control switches, motor starter reset buttons, indicator lights and elapsed time
meters shall be surface mounted to allow for accessible operation without opening the dead front
panel. The control components shall be labeled with the permanent engraved legend plates
attached to dead front with stainless steel screws.
Low voltage control wiring shall be encased in wireway mounted behind the aluminum dead
front panel. The wires shall be numbered at both ends to correspond to the wiring diagram. The
wiring shall be color coded to allow for ease of troubleshooting. The panel shall have warning
tags specifying "voltage," "phase," and "danger". A numbered wiring diagram shall be provided
in the panel. The control panel shall meet NEMA and/or NEC standards.
The panel shall be prewired for 230 volt, 3 Phase, 12 Wire, 60 Cycle service. The blower
motor(s) shall be controlled by a 24-hour time clock capable of 96 separate 15-minute time
settings. The time clock shall permit alternation or simultaneous running of the blower(s). A
three -position selector switch (es) to permit manual or automatic control of the motor(s) shall
also control the blower(s).
On -plant electrical wiring shall be encased in rigid Schedule 40 PVC conduit. Flexible liquid -
tight conduit shall be used where possible to make connections from conduit to motor boxes or
other equipment. Wiring and conduit shall be in accordance with NEMA and/or NEC standards.
Paint System
The interior and exterior surfaces of the plant shall be protected from corrosion by a three (3)
coat epoxy paint system. The surface preparation and paint application shall take place in a
climate controlled paint booth free of dust and debris. The interior and exterior surfaces shall be
cleaned of dirt, grease, oil, rust, mill scale and welding splatter and shall be grit blasted to a
commercial finish: SSPC-SP6.
Immediately after grit blasting, the interior and exterior surfaces shall be coated with one (1) coat
of polyamide catalyzed epoxy resin primer 40-DR-5 as manufactured by Mobile Paint Mfg. Co.,
Inc. The primer coat shall be applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 4 mils.
The finish coats shall be applied after a thorough inspection of the primer coat, necessary touch-
ups and sufficient drying time as required by the paint manufacturer. The interior and exterior
surfaces shall be coated with two (2) coats of polyamide catalyzed epoxy resin finish 40-AH-40

as manufactured by Mobile Paint Mfg. Co., Inc. The finish coats shall be applied to a minimum
dry film thickness of 1 mil. each.
The total coating dry film thickness for painted surfaces shall be a minimum of 6 mils.
Individual coats shall not be applied unless the previous coat has had sufficient drying time as
specified by paint manufacturer.
DISINFECTION CHAMBER/ POST AERATION
The treatment system shall be equipped with a disinfection system/post-aeration
chamber, and effluent flow measurement. The tank shall provide 1-hour detention at
12,000 gpd average flow. The air diffusion header shall be provided and supplied from
the simplex flow equalization blower unit with a 1-1/2" supply air line. A control valve
shall be installed to enable the air supply to be regulated. The influent to the post
aeration tank shall pass through an chlorine contact disinfection system, mounted as
shown, and free fall into the tank. The effluent shall pass through a V-notch chamber
where flow will be measured, totalized, and recorded utilizing a float operated
instrument.
The post aeration tank shall be constructed to the same specifications as the other
plant facilities. All air piping, diffusers, etc., shall be as previously specified.
CHLORINE CONTACT CHAMBER
A chlorine contact chamber shall be furnished as an integral part of the secondary
treatment system having a minimum of a (1) one -hour detention time based on a daily
flow of 12,000 gpd.
Baffles shall be installed to provide over and under mixing of the effluent to prevent
short circuiting.
A tablet chlorinator shall be provided for the effluent disinfection and shall consist of a
Jet Chlor Model 110 tablet chlorinator capable of treating up to 50,000 gpd.
A 30 degree V-notch weir shall be provided prior to the post -aeration chamber and a
stilling well for a Leupold & Stevens 61 R flow meter.

FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Within the post aeration/disinfection chamber a continuous flow measurement device
shall be installed complete with stilling well, stand, meter, and weather proof
enclosure. The meter shall monitor instantaneous and continuous flow measurement.
The meter shall be manufactured by Leupold & Stevens, Model 61 R.
SERVICE GRATING:
The galvanized grip strut grating shall be provided to service the equipment to cover
approximately 100% of the entire surface area of the treatment plant to enable the
service personnel to service the system. The panels shall be positioned to provide
operator safe access to service all phases of operation.
The grating panels shall be 18-3/4" maximum width, 2" maximum height and
constructed of 14 gauge galvanized sheet metal, formed. Each panel shall have a
safe, uniform load, carrying capacity of 76 pounds per square foot, with a maximum
deflection of 0.44" to insure a safe working surface.
CATHODIC PROTECTION:
Four (4) magnesium anodes shall be supplied to provide rust protection for steel
tankage. The anodes shall be buried on the sides of the tank and connected to the
plant by heavy copper wire to connect to lugs on the steel vessel. Copper wire shall be
supplied by the manufacturer.
Start -Up
The contractor shall set up and be present at a meeting with the engineer, plant operator,
representatives of the owner of the plant and a trained representative to inspect the installation
after the plant has been installed with all the necessary electrical connections and influent and
effluent piping connections completed. Upon completion of this inspection, the engineer shall
instruct the contractor or his representative as to any necessary adjustments that may be required
of him. The contractor's representative shall instruct the plant operator in the proper operation of
the plant for a period not to exceed one (1) working day.
The owner shall be provided with one (1) operation and maintenance manual. The manual shall
include a process description, flow diagram, start-up procedure, normal operation description,
operational testing procedure, maintenance schedule, and plant appearance and troubleshooting
guide. In addition, each manual will have an "as built" electrical wiring schematic and
manufacturer's equipment manuals for all major components.

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Warranty
The system shall be covered by a warranty for a period of one (1) year from the date the plant is
put into service.
Material Quality
Where references are made to name brands, it is intended to signify standard use as well as to be
a reference of quality. An equal to or better than policy shall be in effect. Any changes shall be
consistent in quality with the originally referenced material. Additionally, shop drawings and
specifications shall be provided to the engineer for approval prior to installation.

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EMERGENCY POWER SYSTEM SPECIFICATION FOR A
GENERAC MODEL EPS-16
PART 1: GENERAL
1.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE SYSTEM
1.1.1 Provide a standby power systern for supply of power in event of failure of normal
supply, consisting of a liquid cooled engine, an AC alternator and system controls with all
necessary accessories for a complete operating system, including but not limited to the
iterns as specified hereinafter.
1.1.2 Provide automatic operation from one (1) automatic transfer switch described
elsewhere in this specification so that the system comes on line fully automatically, and on
restoration of utility automatically retransfers load to normal power, shuts down the
generator and returns to readiness for another operating cycle.
1.2 REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES
1.2.1 Conforrn to N.E.C. and applicable inspection authorities.
1.2.2 Transfer switches to be labeled under UL 1008.
1.3 MANUFACTURER QUALIFICATIONS
1.3.1 This system shall be supplied by Generae or an approved equal who has been
regularly engaged in the production of engine -alternator sets, automatic transfer switches,
and associated controls for a minimum of ten years, so there is one source of supply and
responsibility.
1.3.2 To be classified as a manufacturer, the builder of the generator set must
manufacture at least the engino,alternator or the automatic transfer switch.
1.3.3 The manufacturer shall have printed literature and brochures describing tho standard
series specified, not a one of a kind fabrication.
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PART 2: ENGINE -GENERATOR SET
2.1 ENGINE
2.1.1 The prime mover shall be a liquid cooled, gaseous fueled, naturally aspirated on Dine
of 4-cycle design. It will have 4 in line cylinders with a minimum displacement or 1.-1
liters (91.5 cubic inches), a maximum DMEP of 109.t3 psi, with a minimum rating of 32.8
bhp when supplying its rated output of 15KW at an operating speed of 1800 RPn.i.
2.1.2 This engine is to be cooled with a unit mounted radiator, fan, water purnp, .na cloSod
coolant recovery system providing visual diagnostic means to determine it tht.-.ye..;n'I i
operating with a normal engine coolant level. The radiator shall be uesigrwd for up , _'tiOn
in 110 Degrees Fahrenheit (44 Degrees Celsius) ambient ternpetatura.
2.1.3 The intake air filter with replaceable element must be mounted on the unit. Full
pressure lubrication shall be supplied by a positive displacement lube oil pump. The
engine shall have a replaceable oil filter with internal bypass and replaceable elements.
Engine coolant and oil drain extension must be provided to outside the mounting base. for
clean and convenient engine servicing. A fan guard must be installed for personnel safety.
2.1.4 The engine shall have a battery charging DC alternator with a transistorized voltage
regulator. Automatic starting shall be by a solenoid shift, electric starter.
2.1.5 Engine speed shall be governed by an electronic governor to maintain alternator
frequency within 0.5% from no load to full load alternator output. Steady slate regulation
is to be + or - 0.25%.
2.1.6 The engine fuel system shall be designed for operation on natural gas having a BTU
content of 1000 BTU per cubic foot. A carburetor, secondary regulator, fuel lock -off
solenoid and all piping must be Installed at the point of manufacturing, tarminsting at a
single pipe opening external to the mounting base.
2:0 The system must be capable of easily being converted to operation on LP gas whore
a natural gas supply is not available.
2.1.8 Sensing elements to be located on the engine for low oil pressure shutdown, high
coolant temperature shutdown, and low coolant level shutdown. These sensors are to be
connected to the control panel using a wiring harness with the following featureswire
number labeling on each end of the wire run for easy identification, a molded rubber boot
to cover the electrical connection on each sensor to prevent corrosion and all wiring to
be run in flexible conduit for protection from the environment and any moving objects.
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2.1.9 Tho engine shall have an engine mounted,thermostatically controlled water jacket
heater to aid in quick starting. It will be of adequate wattage as recommended by the
engine manufacturer, The contractor shall provide proper branch circuit from normal utility
power source.
2.2 ALTERNATOR
2.2.1 The alternator shall be a 4-pole revolving field type, 4 lead wired for 120/240V. 1
phase, 60 Hz with a brush type exciter. The rating shall be 15,000 continuous watts. The
stator shall be directly connected to the engine flywheel to ensure permanent alignment.
The generator shall meet temperature rise standards for class "IT' insulation and conform
to MIL-1-24002, Type "M", class 166. All leads must be extended into the AC connection
panel. The alternator shall be protected by internal thermal overload protection and an
automatic reset field circuit breaker.
2.2.2 One step load acceptance shall be 100% of nameplate kW rating and meet the
requirements of NFPA 110 paragraph 5-13.2.6. The engine -generator set shall be so
designed that voltage dip upon application of nameplate kW/kVA shall not exceed 12.5%
with recovery to stable operation within 2 seconds. The generator set and regulator must
sustain at least 90% of no load voltage for 30 seconds with 250% of rated load at near zero
power factor connected to its terminals.
2.2.3 A solid state voltage regulator designed and built by the engine -generator set
manufacturer must be used to control output voltage by varying the exciter magnetic field
to provide + or - 1 % regulation during stable load conditions. Should an extremely heavy
load drop the output frequency, the regulator shall have a voltage droop of 4 volts/hertz to
maximize motor starting capability.
2.2.4 The voltage regulator must contain a limiting circuit to prevent output voltage surges
in excess of 110% of rated voltage during generator set operation. On a loss of the
sensing signal, the voltage regulator must shutdown to prevent an overvoltage condition
from occurring. A voltage regulator that can go into a full field condition is unacceptable.
A rheostat shall provide a minimum of + or - 10% voltage adjustment from the rated value.
2.2.5 A NEMA 1 panel that is an integral part of the generator set must be provided to
allow the installer a convenient location in which to make electrical output connections. An
isolated neutral lug must be included by the generator set manufacturer to ensure proper
sizing.
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2.2.6 The electric plant shall be mounted with vibration isolators on a welded steel base
which shall permit suitable mounting to any level surface.
2.2.7 Provide the following items installed at the factory:
2.2.7.1 A thermal magnetic UL Listod main line circuit breaker must be mounted in the AC
connection panel, The line side connections are to be made at the factory. A system
utilizing a manual reset field circuit breaker and current transformers is unacceptable.
2.3 CONTROLS
2.3.1 All engine, alternator and transfer switch controls and instrurnantation shall be
designed, built, wired, tested and shock mounted in a NEMA 1 enclosure to the
engine -generator set by the manufacturer. It shall contain panel lighting and a fused DC
circuit to protect the controls.
2.3.2 A solid state voltage sensor shall monitor the normal utility source. Setpoints are to
be 60% dropout and 80% pick-up voltage.
2.3.3 A signal to the engine -generator set to start in the event of a power interruption. A
solid state time delay start (6 seconds) shall delay this signal to avoid nuisance start-ups
on momentary voltage dips or power outages.
2.3.4 A cyclic cranking sequence shall be utilized to start the engine. A 7 second on, 7
second off cycle must be used to prevent damage to the starter motor. If after 7 cycles the
engine has not started, the controls must lock -out the starter circuit to prevent damage and
battery depletion. The engine controls shall also include a 3-position selector switch with
the following positions: OFF/MANUAL/AUTO.
2.3.5 Transfer the load to the engine -generator set after it reaches proper voltage (80%)
and frequency (80%). A solid state time delay (approx, 30 seconds) shall delay this
transfer to allow the engine -generator to warm-up before application of load.
2.3.6 Retransfer the load to the line after normal power restoration. A return to utility timer
(60 seconds) shall delay this transfer to avoid short term normal power restoration.
2.3.7 The operating power for transfer and retransfer shall be obtained from the source
to which the load is being transferred. Controls shall provide an automatic retransfer of the
load from emergency to normal if the emergency source fails with the normal source
available.

2.3.6 Signal the engine -generator to stop after the load retransfers to normal. A solid state
engine cooldown timer (1 minute) shall permit the engine run unloaded to cooldown before
shutdown.
2.3.9 Provide a solid state plant exercise clock to set the day and time of generator set
exercise period. Clock shall have a one week cycle and be powered by the load side of
the transfer switch.
2.3.10 Safety shutdown monitoring system shall include solid state engine monitor with
one common light indicating the following conditions: Overcrank shutdown, Overspeed
shutdown, High Coolant Temperature (Low Coolant Level shutdown) and Low Oil
Pressure shutdown. Monitoring system shall include lamp test switch for manual reset of
tripped conditions.
2.3.11 Engine instrumentation shall consist of an oil pressure gauge, coolant temperature
gauge, DC ammeter and an engine run hourmeter located on the unit control panel.
Alternator instrumentation must include analog meters to indicate output voltage,
amperage and frequency.
2.3.12 A battery trickle charger must be provided to ensure the engine battery has
adequate power to start the engine. The power supply to this shall be the utility power
source via the utility sensing circuit.
2.4 MISCELLANEOUS EQUIPMENT
2.4.1 The following equipment is to be installed at the engine -generator set manufacturer's
facility:
2.4.1.1 Weather protective enclosure: The engine -generator sot shall be factory enclosed
in a heavy gauge steel enclosure, coated with electrostatically applied zinc and finished with
baked powder paint. The enclosure is to have large, easily opened doors to allow access
to the engine, alternator and control panel. Each door is to be fitted with stainless steel,
lockable hardware with identical keys. Padlocks do not meet this specification.
2.5.1 The following equipment is to be provided by the engine- generator set manufacturer
and shipped loose with the unit:
2.6.1.1 A critical grade exhaust silencer shall be provided of the size as recommended by
the manufacturer. A flexible seamless stainless steel exhaust connection and rain cap
must be included.
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PART 3: AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH
3.1 GENERAL
3.1.1 The automatic transfer switch shall be furnished by the manufacturer of the
engine -generator set so as to maintain system compatibility and local service responsibility
for the complete emergency power system. It shall be listed by Underwriter's Laboratory,
Standard 1008 with circuit breaker protection. The manufacturer shall furnish schematic
and wiring diagrams for the particular automatic transfer switch and a typical wiling
diagram for the entire system.
3.2 RATINGS & PERFORMANCE
3.2.1 The automatic transfer switch shall be a 2 pole design rated for 100 amperes
continuous operation in ambient temperatures of -20 Degrees Fahrenheit (-30 Degrees
Celsius) to +140 Degrees Fahrenheit (+60 Degrees Celsius). Main power switch contacts
shall be rated for 250 Volt AC minimum.
3.3 CONSTRUCTION
3.3.1 The transfer switch shall be double throw construction, positively electrically and
mechanically interlocked to prevent simultaneous closing and mechanically held in both
normal and emergency positions. Independent break before make action shall be used
to positively prevent dangerous source to source connections. The transfer switch shall
be approved for manual operation. The electrical operating means shall be by electric
solenoid. Every portion of the contactor is to be positively mechanically connected. No
clutch or friction drive mechanism is allowed, and parts are to be kept to a minimum. This
transfer switch shall not Contain integral overcurrent devices in the main power circuit,
including molded Case circuit breakers or fuses.
3.3.2 Fused protection must be provided within the transfer switch enclosure for all
sensing circuit that are sent to the engine -generator set.
3.4.3 Provide manual operating handle to allow for manual transfer. This handle must be
mounted inside the enclosure so accessible only by authorized personnel.
3.4.4 The transfer switch mechanism and controls are to be mounted in a NEMA 1
enclosure.
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PART 4: MISCEI.LANEOUS
4.1 FACTORY TESTING
4.1.1 Before shipment of the equipment, the engine -generator set shall be tested under
rated load and power factor for performance and proper functioning of control and
interfacing circuits. Tests shall include:
4.1.1.1 Verifying all safety shutdowns are functioning properly.
4.1.1.2 Single step load pick-up per NFPA 110-1085, Paragraph 5-13.2.6,
4.1.1.3 Transient and voltage dip responses and steady state voltage and speed
(frequency) checks.
4.2 OWNER'S MANUALS
4.2.1 A complete set of owner's manuals specific to the product supplied must accompany
delivery of the equipment. General operating instruction, preventive maintenance, wiring
diagrams, schematics and parts exploded views specific to this model must be included.
4.3 INSTALLATION
4.3.1 Contractor shall install the complete electrical generating system including all fuel
connections in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations as reviewed by the
Engineer.
4.4 SERVICE
4.4.1 Supplier of the electric plant and associated items shall have permanent service
facilities in this trade area. These facilities shall comprise a permanent force of factory
trained service personnel on 24 hour call, experienced in servicing this type of equipment,
providing warranty and routine maintenance service to afford the owner maximum
protection. Delegation of this service responsibility for any of the equipment listed herein
will not be considered fulfillment of these specifications. Service contracts shall also be
available,
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4.5 WARRANTY
4.5.1 The standby electric generating system components, complete engine -generator,
instrumentation panel, and automatic transfer switch shall be warranted by the
manufacturer against defective materials and factory workmanship for a period of one year.
Such defective parts shall be repaired or replaced at the manufacturer's option, free of
charge for travel and labor. The warranty period shall commence when the standby power
system is first placed into service. This is established as the date of the required system
check-out and start-up by an authorized representative of the manufacturer. Multiple
warranties for individual components (engine, alternator, controls, -etc.) will not be
acceptable. Satisfactory warranty documents must be provided. Also, in the judgement
of the specifying authority, the manufacturer supplying the warranty for the complete
system roust have the financial strength and technical expertise with all components
supplied to provide adequate warranty support.
4.6 CHECKOUT & STARTUP
4.6.1 The supplier of the electric generating plant and associated items covered herein
shall provide factory trained technicians to checkout the completed installation and to
perform an initial startup inspection to include:
Ensuring the engine starts (both hot and cold) within the specified time.
Verification of engine parameters within specification.
Set no load frequency and voltage.
Test all automatic shutdowns of the engine -generator.
Perform a load test of the electric plant, ensuring full load frequency and voltage are within
specification by using building load.
Perform a complete automatic cycle of the emergency power system
4.7 SUBMITTALS
4.7.1 Provide seven complete sets of Engineering Submittal for approval, prior to
production release, showing all components, in addition to the engine, generator and
automatic transfer switch. Submittals shall include complete system Interconnection wiring
diagrams and manufacturer's warranty form indicating compliance with these
specifications.
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4.8 SUBSTITUTIONS
4.8.1 The emergency power system has been designed to the specified manufacturer's
electrical and physical characteristics. The equipment sizing, spacing, mounts, electrical
wiring, ventilation equipment, fuel and exhaust components have all been sized and
designed around Generac equipment. Should any substitutions be made, the contractor
shall bear responsibility for the installation, coordination and operation of the system as
well as any engineering and redesign costs which may result from such substitutions.
Alternate equipment suppliers shall furnish equipment submittals 14 days prior to bid date
for approval to bid, As part of the submittals, the substitute manufacturer shall supply as
a minimum engine, alternator, control panel and automatic transfer switch wiring diagrams
and schematics. A separate list of all printed circuit boards with part numbers and current
pricing must also be included.
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