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Home My WebLink AboutNCG030438_COMPLETE FILE - HISTORICAL_20130426PERMIT NO. DOC TYPE DOC DATE STORMWATER DIVISION CODI NCG PERMITS /V C� o30y3� HISTORICAL FILE ❑ MONITORING REPOT 3r�u a � YYYYMMDD + O .��7! MODE R North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P E Governor Director April 26, 2013 Mr Cary M Peterson, Jr, General Manager South Atlantic Galvanizing P O Box 1380 Graham, NC 27253 Subject Compliance Evaluation Inspection NPDES General Stormwater Permit No NCG030438 South Atlantic Gaivanzing Alamance County Dear Mr Peterson John E Skvada, III Secretary On April 25, 2013, Jenny Graznak of this office performed a Compliance Evaluation Inspection at South Atlantic Galvanizing in Alamance County This facility holds General Stormwater Permit No NCG030438 under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NIPDES) to discharge Stormwater from Metal Fabrication activities David Moley and you were present for the inspection This type of inspection consists of two basic parts a review of facility files and self - monitoring data, and an on -site inspection of the facility and its outfalls This particular inspection evaluated five (5) areas as designated on the EPA inspection form, and observations from each area are addressed below 1 Permit The permit became effective November 1, 2012 and expires October 31 2017 A copy of the permit was available for review during the inspection 2_ Records/Reports As required by the Permit, the facility has a complete Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) that was available for review during the inspection The SPPP is updated on an annual basis Employee Training also occurs on an annual basis and is documented by signatures of participants 3 Facilily Site Review South Atlantic galvanizes steel, which is necessary to deter rust The steel is used in bridges and construction, mainly for state and federal projects Zinc oxide is collected during the galvanizing process and stored in 55-gallon drums under the large shed on the property Once dried the zinc oxide is sold as an additive to food and cosmetic industries All chemicals and materials are stored indoors or under the large shed A 250-gallon diesel tank is kept outside, which is covered and has secondary containment Unfinished (black steel) and finished (galvanized steel) products are also stored outside on the yard No problems were noted with respect to housekeeping during the inspection 4 Effluent/Receivinii Waters Stormwater discharges from this site drain to an unnamed tributary to Meadow Creek (Class C, NSW) in the Cape Fear River Basin The site has two stormwater discharge outfalls Oi_itfall 001 drains from the manufacturing area (— 8 acres) Outfall 002 drains the adjacent storage yard (--11 North Carolina Division of Water Quality Winston Salem Regional Office Location 585 Waughtown St Winston Salem North Carolina 27107 One 1 Phone 336771 50005FAX 336771-46301Customer Service 1-877.6236748 NofffiCarollna IntemeL www nowaterquality org Aaturally An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer acres) Outfall 001 collects considerable silt from the gravel lot due to the high volume of truck traffic coming through Since the last inspection, South Atlantic built a small catch basin and berm to collect some of this silt before it can leave the property through Outfall 001 The basin appeared to be functioning appropriately and is routinely cleaned out 5 Self -Monitoring Program The stormwater permit requires semi-annual analytical and qualitative monitoring of stormwater discharge outfails On -site vehicle maintenance monitoring requirements at the site are waived, since an outside company (Lift One) performs these activities An on -site review of the monitoring data during the inspection showed that all parameters were evaluated per the specifications of the permit, and the results were all within the benchmark values specified in the permit Bill Villanueva from Water Solutions of Siler City performed the last monitoring in December 2012 Please note that the permit was re -issued on November 1, 2012 and now has the following analytical monitoring requirements -pH - Total Suspended Solids (TSS) - Non -Polar Oil & Grease - Copper, Total Recoverable - Lead, Total Recoverable - Zinc, Total Recoverable Total Toxic Organics (TTO) — required for industries with SIC 34 These new requirements will be applicable for your next analytical monitoring event Please contact our office if you have any questions or concerns about the new monitoring requirements You are found to be in compliance with General Permit No NCG030438 Please refer to the attached report for further details from the inspection If you have any questions concerning this report, please contact Ms Graznak or me at (336) 771-5000 Sincerely, �V W Corey Basinger Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc WSRO_= SWP Central Files — SWP Compliance Inspection Report Permit NCG030438 Effective 11101M2 Expiration 10/31/17 Owner South Atlantic Galvanizing soc Effective Expiration Facility South Atlantic Galvanizing County Alamance 3025 Steelway Dr Region Winston-Salem Graham NC 27253 Contact Person R W Beard Title Phone 910-295 7300 Directions to Facility System Classifications Primary ORC Secondary ORC(s) On Site Representative(s) Related Permits Certification Phone Inspection Date W2512013 Entry Time 09 30 AM Exit Time 1100 AM Primary Inspector Jennifer F Graznak Phone 336-771-5000 Secondary Inspector(s) Reason for Inspection Routine Inspection Type Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type Metal Fabrication Stormwater Discharge COC Facility Status ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas N Storm Water (See attachment summary) Page 1 Permit NCGO30438 Owner Facility South Atlantic Galvanizing On AW14o4n;N0, p o,;jraznatkyAjgp" Ft�dkf @„Qppoiance Evaluation InspectiqQtSgt0,&lapW1fie P�,Elimination System (NPDES) to discharge Stormwater from Metal Fabrication activities David Moley anyou were present for the inspection This type of inspection consists of two basic parts a review of facility files and self -monitoring data, and an on -site inspection of the facility and its outfalls This particular inspection evaluated five (5) areas as designated on the EPA inspection form and observations from each area are addressed below 1 Permit The permit became effective November 1, 2012 and expires October 31 2017 A copy of the permit was available for review during the inspection 2 Records/Reports As required by the Permit, the facility has a complete Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) that was available for review during the inspection The SPPP is updated on an annual basis Employee Training also occurs on an annual basis and is documented by signatures of participants 3 Facility Site Review South Atlantic galvanizes steel, which is necessary to deter rust The steel is used in bridges and construction, mainly for state and federal projects Zinc oxide is collected during the galvanizing process and stored in 55-gallon drums under the large shed on the property Once dried, the zinc oxide is sold as an additive to food and cosmetic industries All chemicals and materials are stored indoors or under the large shed A 250-gallon diesel tank is kept outside, which is covered and has secondary containment Unfinished (black steel) and finished (galvanized steel) products are also stored outside on the yard No problems were noted with respect to housekeeping during the inspection 4 Effluent/Receiving Waters Stormwater discharges from this site drain to an unnamed tributary to Meadow Creek (Class C NSW) in the Cape Fear River Basin The site has two stormwater discharge outfalls Outfall 001 drains from the manufacturing area (— 8 acres) Outfall 002 drains the adjacent storage yard (-11 acres) Outfall 001 collects considerable silt from the gravel lot due to the high volume of truck traffic coming through Since the last inspection, South Atlantic built a small catch basin and berm to collect some of this silt before it can leave the property through Outfall 001 The basin appeared to be functioning appropriately and is routinely cleaned out 5 Self Monitonng Program The stormwater permit requires semi-annual analytical and qualitative monitoring of stormwater discharge outfalls On -site vehicle maintenance monitoring requirements at the site are waived, since an outside company (Lift One) performs these activities An on -site review of the monitoring data during the inspection showed that all parameters were evaluated per the specifications of the permit, and the results were all within the benchmark values specified in the permit Bill Villanueva from Water Solutions of Stier City performed the last monitoring in December 2012 Please note that the permit was re -issued on November 1 2012 and now has the following analytical monitoring requirements -pH - Total Suspended Solids (TSS) - Non Polar Oil & Grease - Copper Total Recoverable - Lead, Total Recoverable - Zinc Total Recoverable - Total Toxic Organics (TTO) — required for industries with SIC 34 Page 2 Permit NCG030438 Owner Facility South Atlantic Galvanizing Inspection Date 04/25/2013 Inspection Type Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit Routine Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Yes No NA NE Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan? ® n 0 n # Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map? ® n # Does the Plan include a Narrative Description of Practices ? n ❑ n n # Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas? ® n n n # Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years? ® Q ❑ # Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices? ® n ❑ n # Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment? ®l] n n # Does the Plan include a BMP summary? ®n n n # Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP)? ® ❑ Q Q # Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan? ® D ❑ ❑ # Does the facility provide and document Employee Training? ® Cl 11 0 # Does the Plan include a list of Responsible Party(s)? ® 0 ❑ 0 # Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually? ® D ❑ Q # Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program? ® D n n Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented? ® n n n Comment Qualitative Monitoring Yes No NA NE Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi annually? ® n ❑ ❑ Comment Bill Villanueva from Water Solutions of Siler City performed the last monitoring in December 2012 Analytical Monitoring Yes No NA NE Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring? ® 0 ❑ n # Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas? 0 U ® ❑ Comment Bill Villanueva from Water Solutions of Siler City performed the last monitoring in December 2012 Permit and Outfalls Yes No NA NE # Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site? ®❑ ❑ Q # Were all outfalls observed during the inspection? ® n n n # If the facility has representative outfall status is it properly documented by the Division? n n Ilia n # Has the facility evaluated all tllicit (non stormwater) discharges? n n n ■ Page 4 Permit NCG030438 Owner Facility South Atlantic Galvanizing Inspection pate 04/25/2013 Inspection Type Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit Routine Page 3 Graznak, Jenny From Tedder Steve Sent Monday March 15 2010 7 03 AM To Wakild Chuck Cc Graznak, Jenny, Knight Sherri Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Chuck, Jenny has been to the site to follow up on complaints in 2007 and 2008 From a WQ position, we have no issues Tedder E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties Steve Tedder Steve Tedder@NCDENR gov INC DENR Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336)-771-4950 Fax (336) 771-4630 -----Original Message----- FromGraznak, Jenny Sent Friday, March 12, 2010 10 41 AM To Tedder, Steve Subject RE pollution problem in Alamance County Steve, South Atlantic Galvanizing Steel holds permit # NCGO30438 I did my 1st storm water inspection out there on June 14, 2007 - they were found to be in compliance I received a complaint about them (from Ms Kerr that owns the daycare mentioned below) the Following year so I did another storm water inspection of the facility on March 12, 2008 Thev were found to be in compliance once again All galvanizing is done under a large shed (about the size of an airplane hangar) They collect the zinc oxide in 55-gallon drums and keep inside Finished product (galvanized steel) is stored outside in large gravel lot The only issue I have with them is that their outfalls do collect silt from the gravel storage lot But the monitoring data is under the benchmark value, mainly because their outfall is a long ditch through the woods and offers opportunity for settling The folks around this place (its next door to Buckner Steel on Hwy 54) do complain a lot about this facility but I have never found any major issues on my visits I expect that it s just really noisy because they are working on huge pieces of steel, the type used for bridges and large buildings Although some of that noise could be from Buckner Steel next door but I've never received a complaint about them I am happy to re -visit the facility if you think I should Jenny Graznak NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 Voice (336) 771-4960 FAX (336) 771-4630 E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties -----Original Message----- FromTedder, Steve Sent Friday, March 12, 2010 9 44 AM To Graznak, Jenny Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Please check out sometime next week Its sounds like a local zoning issue but since that did not work they are trying other avenues Let s just make sure they have the proper permits from us Thanks E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties Steve Tedder Steve Tedder@aNCDENR gov NC DENR Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336)-771-4950 Fax (336) 771-4630 -----Original Message ----- From Wakild, Chuck Sent Friday, March 12, 2010 9 24 AM To Tedder, Steve, Knight, Sherri, Overcash, Keith Cc Sullins, Coleen, Biser, Elizabeth, Matthews, Matt, Bush, 'fed Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Keith - From Mr Kerr's description of the problem it appears to be air emissions related We will also look at what water quality issues may also be present Steve and Sherri - Please look into this to see if there are any water quality issues which need to be addressed and let me know what you find Mr Kerr has some concern about metals contamination of his well water Thanks' -----Original Message----- FromWakxld, Chuck Sent Thursday, March 11, 2010 6 06 PM To Sullins, Coleen Cc Biser, Elizabeth Subject RE pollution problem in Alamance County No I dropped the ball and didn t respond to your email I dad call and talked with Julius Kerr this evening and got more detail on the problem and tomorrow will ask the region and DAQ to investigate Mr Kerr appreciated the call 2 -----Original Message ----- From Sullins, Coleen Sent Wednesday, March 10, 2010 6 13 PM To Wakild, Chuck Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Importance High Did this get addressed? I have another email and a request for a response ASAP Coleen Coleen H Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality Phone 919/807-6357 Email correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties -----Original Message----- FromSullins, Coleen Sent Monday, March 01, 2010 9 12 PM To Wakild, Chuck Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Importance High Chuck - we probably need to get both APS and SWPS RO involved Thanks Coleen From Biser, Elizabeth Sent Monday, March 01, 2010 9 57 AM To Overcash, Keith, Sullins, Coleen Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Keith and Coleen, Please see the email below from Ms Pendergraph regarding the South Atlantic Galvanizing Co located east of Graham They would like contacts from your divisions to talk with Ms Kerr (referenced in the email) I'm thinking the regional office may be best, Can you send me the names/contact info for folks who could talk to Ms Kerr? Thanks, Elizabeth From Jackie Ray (Sen Foriest) [mailto Foriestla@ncleg net] On Behalf Of Sen Tony Foriest Sent Friday, February 26, 2010 5 06 PM To Biser, Elizabeth Subject FW pollution problem in Alamance County Importance High Hello Elizabeth, Could you please review 14s Pendergraph s concerns and let me know who is the best contact (name, office, and telephone number) to address her concerns? Thanks Jackie Ray office of Senator Tony Foriest (919) 301-1446 3 From Jane Pendergraph [mailto janependergraph@hotmail com] Sent Tuesday, February 09, 2010 11 03 PM To Sen Tony Foriest Subject pollution problem in Alamance County Dear Tony, Hope you can help me with an issue in our neighborhood We have a company called South Atlantic Galvanizing Co located on Hwy 54 E 9 Miles east of Graham which has an environmental issue as it emits galvanizing pollutin in our air, water and soil There is a daycare within sight of the plant as our home is within 1 mile we see smoke, smell fumes and hear clanging noise during the day and night We should have never allowed this type company enter our county as I understand that they have been run out of several other counties Hopefully you could guide our neighbors on how to deal with this problem We would like to see them removed from the county but that might be too late but they should have to abide by some very strict rules in order to remain as I do believe that in the future we will have to deal with some serious health issues There is a lady that runs the daycare that is trying to seek help Her name is Beverly Kerr @ beverlykerr@triad rr com<mailto beverlykerr@triad rr com>, tele 3363769060 She is having a meeting at her home this Saturday at 3 p m for neighbors to find out more about this pollution problem Your advice or help would be appreciated Thank you so much as I know that you listen''' Sincerely Jane and Leonard Pendergraph We are friends of Lib Culp and take her to some of her democratic meetings We have had the pleasure of being with you and your wife at times but I know that it is hard for you to remember all the people that come your way Thanks JP Hotmail Powerful Free email with security by Microsoft Get it now <http //clk atdmt com/GBL/go/201469230/direct/01/> 4 Michael F Easle) Goiemor Wdham G Ross k Secretary North Carohria Department of] nvtronrrterit and Natural RLsouttes Coleen S Ilins Ducctor Nvimon oMlatu Qnaht) ' March 14 2008 Mr Cary M Peterson, Jr, General Manager South Atlantic Galvanizing P O Box 1380 Graham, NC 27253 Subject General Stormwater Inspection - NPDES General Permit No NCG030438 South Atlantic Galvanzing - Alamance County Dear Mr Peterson On March 12 2008, Jenny Graznak of this office performed a General Stormwater Permit Inspection at South Atlantic Galvanizing located at 3025 Steel Way Drive in Graham, North Carolina This facility holds General Stormwater Permit No NCG030438 under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) to discharge Stormwater from metal fabrication activities You were present for the inspection This type of Inspection consists of two basic parts a review of facility files and self -monitoring data, and an on -site inspection of the facility and its outfalls This particular Inspection evaluated five (5) areas as designated on the EPA Inspection form, and observations from each area are addressed below 1 Permit The permit became effective November 1, 2007 and expires October 31, 2012 A copy of the permit was available during the inspection 2 Records/Reports As required by the Permit, the facility has a complete Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) that was available for review during the inspection South Atlantic created the SPPP, originally dated May 1999, and revised it in 2000 and 2005 Employee Training occurs on an annual basis and is documented by signatures of participants The last training event occurred August 15-16, 2007 3_ Facility -Site Review This is a galvanizing steel operation, which involved coating steel to deter rust Zinc oxide is collected from the galvanizing process and stored in 55-gallon drums under a weather -resistant cover Once dried, the zinc oxide is sold as an additive to food and cosmetic industries All chemicals are kept inside A 250-gallon diesel tank is kept outside, protected by secondary containment Raw materials and products from the manufacturing process (i a steel) are also maintained outdoors During the inspection no major problems were noted with respect to housekeeping 4 Effluent/Receiving Waters Stormwater discharges from this site drain to an unnamed tributary to Meadow Creek (Class C, NSW) in the Cape Fear River Basin The site has two stormwater discharge outfalls Outfall 001 drains from the manufacturing area (- 8 acres) Outfall 002 drains the storage yard (-11 acres) It was noted that Outfall 001 collects considerable silt from the gravel lot More silt fence or riprap could be used to collect this silt North Carolina Division of Water Quality 585 W'tughtown Strect Phone (336) 771 5000 Customer Service Inlemet hnp 1110 enr state nc us Winston Salem NC 27107 rA\ (336) 7714630 1 877 623 6748 One N'o�thCaroltna An Equal Opporiunly/Affirmative Action Employer— 50% Recycledll0% Post Consumer Paper "Yalurally South Atlantic Galvanizing Page 2 March 14 2008 5 Self-Monitormq_Program The stormwater permit requires semi-annual qualitative and quantitative monitoring of stormwater discharge outfalls and effluent On -site vehicle maintenance monitoring requirements at the site are waived, since an outside company (Barloworld) performs these activities An on -site review of the monitoring data during the inspection showed that all parameters were evaluated per the specifications of the permit Bill Villanueva from Water Solutions of Sller City performed the analytical monitoring on February 13, 2008, and some of the results were as follows Oil & Total Lead (ug/L) Outfall Grease Suspended (m IL) Solids m IL) 001 < 3 0 35 23 002 < 3 0 76 <2 0 The facility also sampled for pH and Total Toxic Organics These results do not exceed benchmark values, as listed in the permit text All qualitative monitoring is also performed as required by the permit The last monitoring event occurred March 7 2008 You are found to be in compliance with General Permit No NCGO30438 Please refer to the attached report for further details from the inspection If you have any questions concerning this report please contact Ms Graznak at (336) 771-4960 or me at (336) 771-4950 Sincerely, Steve W Tedder Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc WSRO -- SWP Central Files — SiNP NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight /_�w 0r 7 e Permit NCGO30438 SOc County Alamance Region Winston-Salem Compliance Inspection Report Effective 09/01/02 Expiration 08/31/07 Owner South Atlantic Galvanizing Effective Expiration Facility South Atlantic Galvanizing 3025 Steelway Dr Contact Person R W Beard Directions to Facility System Classifications Primary ORC Secondary ORC(s) On Site Representative(s) On site representative 24 hour contact name Related Permits Cary Peterson Cary Peterson Title Inspection Date 06114/2007 Entry Time 0900 AM Primary Inspector Jennifer M Freeman Secondary Inspector(s) Graham NO 77253 Phone 910 295 7'_00 Certification Extt Time 10 00 AM Phone Phone Phone Phone 336 771 5000 Reason for Inspection Routine Inspection Type Stormwater Permit Inspection Type Metal Fabrication Stormwater Discharge COC Facility Status ® Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas ® Storm Water (See attachment summary) Page 1 Permit NCG030438 Owner Facility South Atlantic Galvanizing Inspection Date 06114/2007 Inspection Type Stormwater Reason for Visit Routine Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Yes No NA NE Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan? ® n n n # Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map? ® o n n # Does the Plan include a Narrative Description of Practices ? ® n n n # Does the Plan Include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas? ®n n n # Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years? ®n n n # Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices? ® n n n # Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment? ® n n n # Does the Plan include a BMP summary? ® o n n # Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP)? ®n n n # Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan? ® n n n # Does the facility provide and document Employee Training? n ® n n # Does the Plan fnclude a list of Responsible Party(s)? ®n n n # Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually? ®n n n # Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program? ® n n n Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented? ® n n n Comment Employee Training must be documented in the SPPP All employees should be trained on the SPPP, including company procedures for handling spills and environmental contaminants Qualitative Monitoring Yes NO nK Nr Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi annually? ® n n n Comment Analytical Mcinitor!nij Yes No NA NE Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring? ® n n n # Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas? n n ® o Comment Permit and Outfalls Yes No NA NE # Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site? ® n n n # Were ah outfalls observed during the inspection? ® n n n # If the facility has representative outfall status is it properly documented by the Division? n n i n # Has the facility evaluated all illicit (non stormwater) discharges? n n n Page 3