NCG200356_COMPLETE FILE - HISTORICAL_20070830

STORMWATER DIVISION CODING SHEET
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Carol Higgins
Mid South Metals Inc
PO Box 96
Greenville NC 27835
SUBJECT: August 29, 2007 Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Mid South Metals Inc
Mid South Metals Incorporated
Permit No: NCG200356
Pitt County
Dear Ms. Higgins:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the inspection conducted
on August 29, 2007. The Compliance Evaluation Inspection was conducted by Travis Smith of the
Washington Regional Office. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NCG200356.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff
have any questions, please call me at 252-948-3816.
Sincerely,
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Travis Smith
Environmental Specialist
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943 Washington Square Mall Washington, NC 27889 [phone] I Customer Service 1 800 623-7746

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Permit: NCG200356
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County: Pitt
Region: Washington
Compliance Inspection lReport
Effective: 11/20/06 Expiration: 09/30/08 Owner: Mid South Metals Inc
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Mid South Metals Incorporated
1630 N Greene St
Contact Person: Carol Higgins Title:
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s)
Related Permits:
Greenville NC 27834
Phone:
Certification: i Phone:
Inspection Date: 08129/2007 Entry Time: 09:40 AM Exit Time: 10:25 AM
Primary Inspector: Travis Smith Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s): ,
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Tyl : Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Wholesale Trade of Metal Waste and Scrap Stormwate
Discharge COC
Facility Status: ■ Compliant 0 Not Compliant I
Question Areas:
Storm Water
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Permtt: NCG200356 Owner - Facility: Mid South Metals Inc
Inspection Data: 08129/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Inspection Summary:
Don't take cars. Buy copper, Aluminum, and aluminum cans. On permit track
contractor come in service all the equipment, the contractor then takes all the
Reason for Watt: Routine
slip it has outfall listed as null. Has a
ds with them.
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Permit: NCG200356 owner - Facility: Mid South Metals Inc
Inspection Date: 082912007 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?
# Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map?
# Does the Plan include a "Narrative Description of Practices"?
# Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas?
# Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years?
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# Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices?
# Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment?
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# Does the Plan indude a BMP summary?
# Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP)?
# Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan?
# Does the facility provide and document Employee Training?
# Does the Plan indude a list of Responsible Party(s)?
# Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually?
# Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program?
Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented?
Comment:
Qualitative Monitoring
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Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi-annually?
Comment:
Analytical Monitoring
Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring?
# Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas?
Comment:
Permit and Outfalls
# Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site?
# Were all outfalls observed during the inspection?
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# If the facility has representative outfall status, is it properly documented by the Division?
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# Has the facility evaluated all illicit (non stormwater) discharges?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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QUESTIONS FOR NCG100000 PERMITS
Type of Visit: Compli nce Inspection/Program Technical
Location: l -3
Facility Name:OT"!M'M
OUWCOC#. Date: _ 7
Time in: Nameffitleofcontact(s):Stream Name1Al/ Classification n/uj
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1. Spill Prevention
Does the facility drain and collect automotive fluids as soon as vehicles arrive? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
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Is the draining carried out on an impervious surface with ability to capture spills? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Are the following fluids drained and collected before vehicllles are salvaged, stored,
or crushed?
Gasoline ❑ ❑ E ❑
Used motor oil (including oil filter) ❑ ❑ E ❑
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Hydraulic fluid ❑ ❑ E ❑
Antifreeze ❑ ❑ E ❑
Is each fluid stored in a well -marked container? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Is there secondary containment around fluid containers? ❑ ❑ E ❑
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Is used oil stored in an underground tank? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Are absorbent materials (oil absorb), foam pads & oil booms) for spill containment
on site? 1 E ❑ ❑ ❑
.are there floor drains in buildings where salvage operations generate wastewater?
(e.g., clean-up, pressure washing, parts washers and oil/wateri separator): ❑ ❑ E ❑
Do floor drains go to either a septic tank or a permitted waterlpollution control
facility? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Vehicle Components
Are mercury switches removed from the vehicles before crushing? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Are fuel system components (fuel line, fuel filters, gasoline (tanks) removed before
storing the vehicle? ❑ ❑ E ❑
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Are lead acid batteries removed from salvage vehicles? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Are lead acid batteries stored on -site in a manner to prevent leaks or spills? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Are lead acid batteries sent off -site to a recycling company? 0 0 0 ❑

Are catalytic converters removed prior to crushing?
Are catalytic converters sent to an appropriate recycler at least annually?
Are air bags either deployed or removed prior to crushing?l
2. Oil
Are used oil storage containers or tanks free of leaks and in good condition?
Are storage containers or tanks labeled "used oil?"
Is used oil shipped off -site for recycling or disposal?
Is used oil mixed with solvents, brake cleaners or other washes?
Is used oil burned in a space heater?
3. Antifreeze
Are radiators removed before crushing?
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Is antifreeze sent off -site to a disposal or recycling company?
Is antifreeze put into the sewer or septic system?
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4. Scrap Tires:
Are outdoor piles covered or is other mosquito control provided?
Are tires protected from sources of ignition?
Does the facility dispose of scrap tires?
5. Solid Waste Issues
Do any areas of the facility store discarded materials such as refuse, construction
demolition debris or garbage?
Are any trash materials buried on this property?
Are oil absorbents disposed of properly?
Are used shop rags either recycled or disposed of properly?
6. Aquifer Protection Issues
Are there any areas of concern applicable to aquifer protection? (ie: oil/fuel spills)
Are any wastes burned outside (e.g., trash, tires, pallets, rags) ? (ash is possible
water contaminant)
Air Quality Issues
Is evidence of open tire burning present?
Is Freon removed properly?
7. Land Issues
Are there eroded areas where sediment is leaving the operational boundaries?
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Nicholas Simonowich
Mid South Metals Inc
PO Box 96
Greenville INC, 27835
November 20, 2006
Michael F. Eeslcy, Governor
I William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
I North Carolina Department o(Environmcnt mid Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
DEC 0 6 2006
Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Coverage Renewal
Mid South Metals Incorporated
CDC At NCG200356
Pitt County
Dear Permittee:
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under general permit NCG200000 the Division of
Water Quality (DWO) is forwarding herewith the reissued Stormwater general permit. Due to resource constraints,
the Division has been unable to adequately consider appropriate modifications to the permit. Therefore, the permit
has been reissued without changes from the previous permit, so all conditions remain the same. The permit term for
the reissued permit is two years, expiring on September 30, 2008. The' general permit may be modified and reissued
prior to its expiration. The permit is reissued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-
215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between the state of North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, dated December 6, 1983.
The following information is included with your permit package:
A new Certificate of Coverage
A copy of General Stormwater Permit NCG200000
Your coverage under this general permit is not transferable except after, notice to DWQ. The Division may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the Certificate of Coverage. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by DENR or relieve the permittee from responsibility for
compliance with any other applicable federal, state, or local law, rule, standard, ordinance, order, judgment, or
decree. I
If you have any questions regarding this permit package please contactlBethany Georgoulias of the Central Office
Stormwater Permitting Unit at [phone], ext. 529.
Sincerely,
Bradley Bennett, Supervisor
Stormwater and General Permits Unit
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Stormwater & General Permits Unit Files
Washington Regional Office
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Wetlands and Stormwater Branch 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone]
Internet: h2o.enrstate.nc.us 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 I7AX [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG200000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG200356
STORMWATER DISCHARGES
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,
MID SOUTH METALS INC
is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater from a facility located at
Mid South Metals Incorporated
1630 N Greene St
Greenville
Pitt County
to receiving waters designated as Unnamed Tributary to Parker Creek, a class C stream, in the Tar -
Pamlico River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NCG200000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective November 20, 2006.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day November 20, 2006
for. Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
rNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
May 24, 2006
Mr. Nicholas Simonowitch
Mid South Metals Incorporated
PO Box 96
Greenville, NC 27835
Subject:
Dear Permittee:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Stormwater General Permit NCG200000
Operations and Maintenance Reminder
Mid SouthImetals Incorporated
COC Number NCG200356
Pitt Cou
Our records indicate that you have been issued a Sto lmwater General Permit and a Certificate
of Coverage for your facility. These permits have specific conditions that must be met in order for you
to be in compliance with your permit. It is your responsibility 1 as the permit holder, to read and
comply with the conditions contained in the permit.
It is our responsibility, as the issuing authority, to mak
maintenance of your facility complies with the conditions con
complying with these conditions, we are attaching a Technic
requirements. We are currently in the process of developing
should have all of your records up to date as we may be cor
an inspection. of your facility.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
myself at [phone].
Sincerely
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At Hodge, Super
Washington Reg
Surface Water P
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality Internet: h2c.encstate.no.us
943 Washington Square Mall Phone: [phone]
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Michael 17. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Frivironment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
July 25, 2005 ft
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Nicholas Simonowich Jut 2 „
Mid South Metals Incorporated 2Q05
PO Box 96
Greenville, NC, 27835 "►Q �/j/n�
Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Coverage Renewal Q
Mid South Metals Incorporated
COC Number NCG200356
Pitt County)
Dear Permittee:
Your facility is currently covered for stormwater discharge under General Permit NCG200000. This permit expires on
October 31, 2005. The Division staff is currently in the process of renewing this permit. When a draft version is
available for notice and public comment, it will be posted on our website at http:/lh2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/. Once
the permit is reissued, your facility would be eligible for continued coverage under the reissued permit.
In order to assure your continued coverage under the general permit, yalu must apply to the Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) for renewal of your permit coverage. To make this renewal process easier, enclosed you will find a
Permit Coverage Renewal Application Form. The application must be completed and returned by August 19, 2005 in
order to assure continued coverage under the general permit. Letters confirming our receipt of the completed
application will not be sent.
Failure to request renewal within the time period specified may result in a civil assessment of at least $250.00.
Larger penalties may be assessed depending on the delinquency of the request. Discharge of stormwater from your
facility without coverage under a valid stormwater NPDES permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and
could result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day.
Please note that "no exposure exclusion" is now available to all operator's of industrial facilities in any of the
categories of "storm water discharges associated with industrial activity, (except construction activities). If you feel
your facility can certify a condition of "no exposure", i.e. the facility industrial materials and operations are not
exposed to stormwater, you can apply for the no exposure exclusion. For additional information contact the Central
Office Stormwater Staff member listed below or check the Stormwater PI rmitting Unit Web Site at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/.
If the subject stormwater discharge to waters of the state has been terminated, please complete the enclosed
Rescission Request Form. Mailing instructions can be found on the bottom of the form. You will be notified when
the rescission process has been completed.
If you have any questions regarding the permit renewal procedures please contact Jonathan Diggs of the Central
Office Stormwater Permitting Unit at [phone], ext. 537.
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SWPU Files
Wetlands and Stormwater Branch 1617 Mail Service Center
Intemet h2o.enrstalerc us 512 N. Salisbury St.
Sincerely,
Bradley Bennett
Supervisor, Stormwater & General Permit Unit
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone]
Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
impartment of Environment • •
' and Natural ReSOL;ices
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor NCDENR
Sherri Evans Stanton, Acting Secretary
NORTH NA DEPARTMENT OF
Kerr T. Stevens, Director Ni
ENVIRONMENNTT AAND NATURAL RESOURCES
January 16,2001 q IN E
NICHOLAS SIMONOWICH �l
JAN 1 9 2001
MID -SOUTH METALS, I i C.
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PO BOX 96
GREENVILLE. NC 27835 1Py_,
Subject: Reissue - NPDES-Stormwater- ermit
Mid -South Metals, Inc.
COC Number NCG200356
Pitt County
Dear Permittee:
In accordance with your application for a discharge permit received on July 31, 1995 we are forwarding herewith
the subject certificate of coverage to discharge under the subject state - NPDES general 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 US Environmental Protection agency dated December 6, 1983.
If any parts, measurement fLquencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual permit application. Unless such
demand is made, this certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this certificate of coverage is not transferable except after notice to the Division of Water
Quality. The Division of Water Quality may require modification or revocation and rcissuance of the certificate of
coverage.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits INhich may be required by the Division of
Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources. Coastal Area Management Act or any other
Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
Enclosed is a permit
* A copy of general
* Five copies of the
* A copy of a Techn
frequently asked q
* A Certificate of CI
If ,you have any questions
578.
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Stormwater and Gene
Washington Regional
1617 Mail Service
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which contains the following_ information
Drmwater permit NCG200000
nalytical Monitoring form and live copies of the Qualitative Monitoring form
al Bulletin for the general permit which outlines key requirements and addresses
stions
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kerning this permit, please contact Aisha Lau at telephone number [phone] ext
n Sincerely,
0MG*tn!_SIMIf_-% ^,Y
IMAM C. UILL9
for Kerr T. Stevens
permits Unit Files
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
I DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG200000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG200356
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STORMWATER DISCHARGES
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,
MID -SOUTH METALS, INC.
is hereby authorized to discharge storrnwater from a facility located at
MID -SOUTH METALS, INC!
PITT COUNTY
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to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Parker Creek, a class C stream, in the Tar - Pamlico River
Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
11, 111, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NCG200000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective January 16, 2001
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day January 16, 2001.
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for Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environrs ental Management Commission

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