WQ0010528_Additional Information Received_20200218

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February 14, 2020
Attn: Erick Saunders, Engineer
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NC Department of Environmental Quality
THEDivision
of Water Resources
512 North Salisbury Street
1617 Mail Service Center
COMPANY
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Subject: Application for Permit Renewal Response to Comments
Permit No. W00010528
Town of Ramseur
Surface Disposal of Class B Residuals
Randolph County
Dear Mr. Saunders,
On behalf of the Town of Ramseur, enclosed you will find 2 copies of the additional information
requested for the permit renewal of the Town of Ramseur Surface Disposal of Class B
Residuals W00010528. The following response to comments addresses each item as noted on
the Additional Information Request letter dated January 17, 2020.
Should you require any further information or have any questions regarding the attachments or
responses, please feel free to contact me at [e-mail] or (252) 757-
1096.
The following attachments are included:
• Residual Source Facility Summary Form
• RSC 06-16 for the Town of Ramseur WWTP
• RSC 06-16 for the Town of Ramseur WTP
• Operation and Maintenance Plan for the Town of Ramseur Surface Disposal of
Biosolids
The Wooten Company
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Miles . Galgelprocess
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Project Engi En ' e
Cc: Nadine Blackwell, S ectronic)
301 West 14th Street
Greenville, NC 27834
252 757 1096
fax [phone]

A. Application:
1. The submitted Residuals Source Certification Attachment form (RSCA 070807) is an old version of the
current Residuals Source Certification form (RSC 06-16). The 15A NCAC 02T rules that govern
residuals management programs in the non -discharge branch has been updates. The Permittee shall
resubmit the residuals source certifications for both the Town of Ramseur water treatment plant (WTP)
and wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) on the most current RSC 06-16 form.
Noted. See attached correct RSC 06-16 forms for both the Town of Ramseur WTP and WWTP.
The Residual Source Facility Summary is also included.
The Nutrient/Micronutrient Determination (section 11.5 on page 4 of 5 of the RSC 06-16 form) is required
for all residuals sources on all residuals permits for renewal. The Permittee shall submit a fully
completed Section 11.5 of the RSC 06-16 form for both the WTP and WWTP residuals along with the
associated laboratory analytical reports and calculations.
Noted. The Town currently does not have sampling data to complete the referenced section at
this time. The existing permit W00010528 (July 24, 2017) does not stipulate the testing of the
required nutrients/micronutrients required to complete section 11.5 of the RSC 06-16 form per
Condition IV.3 and Attachment A of the permit. The Town recognizes this request regarding this
item and is planning to sample for these parameters during the week of February 17, 2020.
Results are expected by mid -March. Please advise how these results should be submitted to
your office for review.
The vector attractions reduction (VAR) determination in section 11.8 of the Town of Ramseur WWTP's
RSCA 070807 form has been crossed out. However, a VAR options must be selected for biological
residuals unless they are covered at the end of each operating day with a Division -approved soil. It
appears from the submitted data that the residuals meet Alternative 6 - Alkaline Stabilization. The
Permittee shall include this option when the revised RSC 06-16 form is submitted for the Town of
Ramseur WWTP.
Noted and corrected to include VAR alternative 6. The facility does achieve Class B biosolids via
lime stabilization prior to the disposal into the unit.
B. Operation and Maintenance Plan [15ANCAC 02T .1110(a)l:
1. The description of the operational functions submitted Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Plan does not
fit all of the criteria listed in 15A NCAC 02T .1110(a)(1). This rule states that the O&M plan shall:
a. Describe the operation of the program and all associated facilities and equipment in sufficient detail
to show what operations are necessary for the program to function and by whom the functions are
to be conducted. Noted. See attached O&M Plan
The O&M plan shall be revised to more specifically describe all operational functions of the program
and by whom the functions are performed. Noted. See attached revised O&M Plan
2. The Spill Prevention and Response Plan submitted only details response procedures for a spill of the
WTP residuals. A revised plan shall be submitted to also include spill control provisions in case of a spill
for the WWTP residuals as well. Noted. See attached O&M Plan
3. The Spill Prevention and Response Plan submitted have an old contact number for the Winston-Salem
Regional Office (WSRO). This plan shall be revised with the new WSRO phone number, (336)-776-
9800. Noted. See attached O&M Plan
4. The procedures for sampling and monitoring submitted Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Plan does
not fit all of the criteria listed in 15A NCAC 02T .1110(a)(5). This rule states that the O&M plan shall:

a. Detail procedures for sampling and monitoring to ensure that the program stays in compliance with
this Section and each issued permit. Noted. See attached O&M Plan
The O&M plan shall be revised to include the procedures for sampling and monitoring that are done
to demonstrate compliance for each residuals source. This should include, but is not limited to,
hazardous waste determinations, metals determinations, pathogen and vector attraction reduction
requirements, and methane gas concentration monitoring. Noted. See attached O&M Plan
5. The submitted Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Plan does detail the procedures for post -closure care
management 15A NCAC 02T .1110(a)(6). The revised O&M plan shall include applicable parts of the
management practices for surface disposal unit closure listed in 15A NCAC 02T .1109(d)(3). This rule
states the following:
3. Following active use, surface disposal units shall be closed. Permits for surface disposal units shall
be maintained for three years following successful closure. Requests for approval of closure plans
shall be submitted to the Division at least 180 days prior to the date that a surface disposal unit is
to be closed and shall include the following information:
A. how the surface disposal unit will be closed;
B. a discussion of how the leachate collection system will be operated and maintained, if
applicable;
C. a description of the system used to monitor the air for methane gas in the air in any structures
within the surface disposal unit boundary and at the property line of the surface disposal unit, if
applicable;
D. a discussion of how public access to the surface disposal unit will be restricted; and
E. proof that the deed for the surface disposal unit property has been amended to provide
permanent written notification to subsequent owners of the property that the property was used
for the purposes of operating a surface disposal unit.
Noted. See attached O&M Plan for closure procedure plan.
C. Groundwater Monitoring Plan r15A NCAC 02T .010S(c)]:
The Winston-Salem Regional Office has expressed concerns about the quality and integrity of the clay
liner of the surface disposal unit. 15A NCAC 02L .0107(k) requires that permits be written to protect the
quality and groundwater at the compliance boundary, and that necessary groundwater quality
monitoring shall be conducted within the compliance boundary to evaluate the impact of the waste
disposal unit. Due to concerns about the liner of the surface disposal unit (SU), the age of the SDU, and
the proximity of the SDU to surface waters and floodplain areas, the Division of Water Resources
Central and Winston-Salem Regional offices both agree that groundwater monitoring is warranted at
this facility.
The Division will request that the Permittee provide a groundwater monitoring plan to assess the effect
of the SDU's operation and the surrounding groundwater as a condition in the new permit (i.e., this does
not have to be submitted with response to the rest of this letter). This plan shall include a site map
which contains potential monitoring well locations as well as clear and accurate delineation of the
compliance and review boundary. Please work alongside Patrick Mitchell of the Winston-Salem
Regional office for guidance.
Noted. The Town of Ramseur is aware of the WSRO concerns. The Wooten Company has
reached out to Patrick Mitchell and will discuss with the Town their options to resolve this
concern. The Town will either provide a preliminary plan to Patrick Mitchell's office for testing
the downstream gradient groundwater for 02L parameters or contest the requirement once the
draft permit is received.

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RSC 06-16 FOR THE TOWN OF RAMSEUR WWTP

State of North Carolina
DWR
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Division of Wateir Resources RESIDUALS SOURCE CERTIFICATION
FORM: RSC 06-16
I. RESIDUALS SOURCE -GENERATING FACILITY INFORMATION (See Instruction B.):
1. Facility Name: Town of Ramseur W WTP
2. Facility permit holder is: ❑ Federal, ❑ State, ® Local Government, or ❑ Private.
Facility permit issued by: ® Div. of Water Resources, ❑ Div. of Environmental Health,
or ❑ Other (explain: ).
3. Facility contact person and title: Terry Lewallen, ORC
Complete mailing address: PO Box 545
City: Ramseur State: North Carolina Zip: 27316-
Telephone number: [phone] E-mail address: terry. lewallenAisuea.com
4. Facility physical address: 47365 Roundleaf Road
City: Ramseur State: North Carolina Zip: 27316-
Coordinates: Latitude: 35' 43' 18.8"N Longitude: 79' 39' 13.3"W
Datum: NAD83 Level of accuracy: 1/100
Method of measurement: UTM
5. Purpose of the facility:
® treatment of municipal wastewater, ❑ treatment of 100% domestic wastewater,
❑ treatment of potable water, ❑ treatment of 100% industrial wastewater,
❑ treatment of industrial wastewater mixed with domestic wastewater,
(approximate percentages: % industrial and % domestic)
❑ other (explain: ).
6. Does the facility have an approved pretreatment program: ® Yes ❑ No
7. Facility permitted/design flow: 0.48 MGD and facility average daily flow: 0.219 MGD
8. Average amount of residuals being generated at this facility 60 dry tons per year.
9. Specify the following regarding treatment and storage volumes available at the facility:
Type and volume of residuals treatment: The residual type is liquid waste sludge (stabilized with dry lime). Treatment
system can treat 3,000 to 9,000 gallons per day, as needed.
Type and volume of residuals storage (i.e., outside of residuals treatment units): There is no residual storage in this system
after treatment — it is applied right away through the discharge nine to the disposal unit after the required lime contact time.
II. RESIDUALS QUALITY INFORMATION (See Instruction C.):
1. Specify if residuals are regulated under:
0 40 CFR Part 503 or ❑ 40 CFR Part 257.
Note: Only residuals that are generated during domestic/municipal wastewater treatment processes are regulated under 40
CFR Part 503, otherwise, the residuals are regulated under 40 CFR Part 257.
2. Specify if residuals are defined under 15A NCAC 02T.1 102(6) as:
Z Biological ❑ Non -Biological
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 1 of 5

Note: Biological residuals are residuals that have been generated during the treatment of domestic wastewater, animal
processing wastewater, or the biological treatment of industrial wastewater (biological treatment is a system that utilizes
biological processes including lagoons, activated sludge systems, extended aeration systems, and fixed film systems).
3. Hazardous Waste Determination: Complete the following to demonstrate that the residuals are non -hazardous under
RCRA: (Note - this item does not have to be completed for facilities that are less than 0.5 MGD in design flow that treat
100% non -municipal, domestic wastewater only)
a. Are the residuals listed in 40 CFR §261.31-§261.33: ❑ yes ® no.
If yes, list the number(s):
b. Specify whether or not the residuals exhibit any of the characteristics defined by 40 CFR §261.21-
261.24: ❑ yes ® no.
Fill in the following tables with the results of the latest toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP) analysis as
well as those for corrosivity, ignitability, and reactivity:
Laboratory: SGS - Orlando, FL and Date of analysis: August 2019
Passed corrosivity test: ® yes ❑ no. pH: s.u. (2 < pH < 12.5)
Passed ignitability test: ® yes ❑ no. Flashpoint: > 200 OF (> 140°F)
Passed reactivity test: ® yes Ono. HCN: < 180 mg/kg (<250) & HZS: 78.6 mg/kg (<500)
TCLP Parameter
Limit
(mg/1)
Result
(mg/1)
TCLP Parameter
Limit
(mg/1)
Result
(mg/1)
Arsenic
5.0
< 0.1
Hexachlorobenzene
0.13
ND
Barium
100.0
< 2.0
Hexachloro-1,3-Butadiene
0.5
ND
Benzene
0.5
ND
Hexachloroethane
3.0
ND
Cadmium
1.0
< 0.05
Lead
5.0
< 0.05
Carbon Tetrachloride
0.5
ND
Lindane
0.4
ND
Chlordane
0.03
ND
Mercury
0.2
< 0.005
Chlorobenzene
100.0
ND
Methoxychlor
10.0
ND
Chloroform
6.0
ND
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
200.0
ND
Chromium
5.0
< 0.1
Nitrobenzene
2.0
ND
m-Cresol
200.0
ND
Pentachlorophenol
100.0
ND
o-Cresol
200.0
ND
Pyridine
5.0
ND
p-Cresol
200.0
ND
Selenium
1.0
< 0.1
Cresol
200.0
ND
Silver
5.0
< 0.1
2,4-D
10.0
ND
Tetrachloroethylene
0.7
ND
1,4-Dichlorobenzene
7.5
ND
Toxaphene
0.5
ND
1,2-Dichloroethane
0.5
0.0362
Trichloroethylene
0.5
ND
1, 1 -Dichloroethylene
0.7
ND
2,4,5-Trichlorophenol
400.0
ND
2,4-Dinitrotoluene
0.13
ND
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
2.0
ND
Endrin
0.02
ND
214,5-TP (Silvex)
1.0
ND
Heptachlor and its Hydroxide
0.008
ND
Vinyl Chloride
0.2
ND
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 2 of 5

4. Metals Determination: Complete one of the following tables (i.e., as applicable) to demonstrate that the residuals do not
violate the ceiling concentrations for metals regulated under 15A NCAC 02T .1105.
a. For Distribution/Land Annlica[tigg: Fill in the following table with the results of the latest analyses (i.e., on a dry weight
basis) for the following metal parameters:
Laboratory: . and Date of analysis: ,
Parameter
Ceiling
Concentration Limits
(ClassA & ClassB)
(mg/kg)
Monthly Average
Concentration Limits
(Class A Only)
(►nglkg)
Result
(mg/kg)
Arsenic
75
41
Cadmium
85
39
Copper
4,300
1,500
Lead
840
300
Mercury
57
17
Molybdenum
75
n/a
Nickel
420
420
Selenium
100
100
Zinc
7,500
2,800
b. For Surface Disposal Unit (landfill): Fill in the following table with the results of the latest analyses (i.e., on a dry weight
basis) for the following metal parameters:
Laboratory: Environmental 1 & SGS Accutest and Date of analysis: 1214/2018
Distance from Disposal
Unit to Boundary to
Closest Property Line
(meters, check one)
Arsenic
(mg/kg)
Chromium
(mg/kg)
Nickel
(mg/kg)
❑ > 0 but < 25
30
200
210
❑ �!25 but < 50
34
220
240
❑ �t50 but < 75
39
260
270
® >75 but < 100
46
300
320
❑ >_100 but < 125
53
360
390
❑ >_125
62
450
420
Result (mg/kg)
< 2.5
r 58
8
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 3 of 5

5. Nutrient/Micronutrient Ietermination: Complete the following:
a. Total solids: i %.
b. Fill in the following table with the results of the latest analyses (i.e., on a dry weight basis) for the following nutrient and
micronutrient parameters:
Laboratory: and Date of analysis:
Parameter
Result
(mglkg)
Aluminum
Ammonia -Nitrogen
Calcium
Magnesium
Nitrate -Nitrite Nitrogen
pH (Standard Unit)
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sodium
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen
c. Using the results listed in Item II. 5b. above, calculate the sodium adsorption ration (SAR):
[Note: If residuals contain SAR of 10 or higher, the applicant shall obtain recommendations from the local Cooperative
Extension Office, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Natural Resource Conservation Service, a
North Carolina Licensed Soil Scientist, or an agronomist, prior to land application of residuals. The recommendations shall
address the sodium application rate, soil amendments (e.g., gypsum, etc.), or a mechanism for maintaining site integrity
and conditions conducive to crop growth].
d. Specify the mineralization rate to be used in calculating the plant available nitrogen (PAN) of the residuals: %.
This rate is a (check one): ❑ default value, or ❑ actually established.
If the residuals are not generated from the treatment of municipal or domestic wastewater, explain or provide technical
justification as to why the selected default value is appropriate to be applied to these residuals:
e. Calculate the PAN for the residuals (i.e., on a dry weight basis) and fill the results in the following table:
Application Method
First (1") Year PAN
Five -Year
Maximum Adjusted PAN
(ing/kg)
(►ng1kg)
Surface
Inj ection/Incorporation
6. Other Pollutants Determination: Specify whether or not there are any other pollutants of concern in the residuals and provide
the results of the latest analyses:
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 4 of 5

7. Pathogen Reduction: Per 15A NCAC 02T. 1106, specify how residuals will meet the pathogen reduction requirements:
a. For DistributionlZand Application of Class A or Equivalent:
❑ A fecal coliform density that is demonstrated to be less than 1,000 MPN per gram of total dry solids,
or
❑ A salmonella sp. density that is demonstration to be less than 3 MPN per 4 grams of total dry solids.
AND one of the followings (except for non -biological residuals):
❑ Alternative 1 [15A NCAC 02T.1106(b)(3)(A)] -Time/Temperature Compliance.
❑ Alternative 2 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(B)] - Alkaline Treatment.
❑ Alternative 3 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(C)] - Prior Testing for Enteric Virus/Viable Helminth Ova.
❑ Alternative 4 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(D)] - No Prior Testing for Enteric Virus/Viable Helminth Ova.
❑ Alternative 5 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(E)-(K)] - Process to Further Reduce Pathogens (PFRP).
Specify one: ❑ composting, ❑ heat drying, ❑ heat treatment,
❑ thermophilic aerobic digestion, ❑ beta ray irradiation,
❑ gamma ray irradiation, or ❑ pasteurization.
b. Fur Cann &Rffcation of Class B:
❑ Alternative 1 [15A NCAC 02T.1106(c)(1)] -Fecal Coliform Density Demonstration.
Alternative 2 [15A NCAC 02T.1106(c)(2)] -Process to Significantly Reduce Pathogens (PSRP).
Specify one: ❑ aerobic digestion, ❑ air drying, ❑ anaerobic digestion,
❑ composting, or lime stabilization.
c. Fur Surface Disposal:
❑ Select One of the Class A or Equivalent Pathogen Reduction Alternatives in Item 11. 7a. above.
® Select One of the Class B or Equivalent Pathogen Reduction Alternatives in Item II. 7b. above.
❑ Exempt -If Daily Cover Alternative is chosen in Item II.8. below [15A NCAC 02T.1106(a)(2)].
❑ Not Applicable - Non -Biological Residuals with NO Domestic Wastewater Contribution.
8. Vector Attraction Reduction (VAR): Per 15A NCAC 02T.1 107, specify how residuals will meet the VAR requirements:
❑ Alternative 1 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(1)] - 38% Volatile Solids Reduction (Aerobic/Anaerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 2 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(2)] - 40-Day Bench Scale Test (Anaerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 3 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(3)] - 30-Day Bench Scale Test (Aerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 4 [15A NCAC 02T.1 107(a)(4)] - Specific Oxygen Uptake Rate Test (Aerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 5 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(5)] - 14-Day Aerobic Processes.
® Alternative 6 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(6)] - Alkaline Stabilization.
❑ Alternative 7 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(7)] - Drying of Stabilized Residuals.
❑ Alternative 8 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(8)] -Drying of Unstabilized Residuals.
❑ Alternative 9 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(9)] -Injection.
❑ Alternative 10 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(10)] -Incorporation.
❑ Alternative for Surface Disposal Units Only - Soil/Other Material Cover [15A NCAC 02T.1107(b)(2)].
❑ Not Applicable - Non -Biological Residuals with NO Domestic Wastewater Contribution.
Note: For animal processing residuals, only alternatives 9 or 10 may be chosen due to the nuisance conditions that typically
occur when these residuals are applied and left on the land surface.
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 5 of 5

RSC 06-16 FOR THE TOWN OF RAMSEUR WTP

DWR
Division of Water Resources
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
RESIDUALS SOURCE CERTIFICATION
FORM: RSC 06-16
I. RESIDUALS SOURCE -GENERATING FACILITY INFORMATION (See Instruction B.):
1. Facility Name: Town of Ramseur WTP
2. Facility permit holder is: ❑ Federal, 0 State, Z Local Government, or ❑ Private.
Facility permit issued by: 0 Div. of Water Resources, ❑ Div. of Environmental Health,
or ❑ Other (explain: ).
3. Facility contact person and title: Mark Grose, ORC
Complete mailing address: PO Box 545
City: Ramseur State: NC Zip: 27316-
Telephone number: [phone] E-mail address: mark. grose succ.coni
4. Facility physical address: 797 Hwy 22 North
City: Ramseur State: NC Zip: 27316-
Coordinates: Latitude: 35' 44' 21.29"N Longitude: 790 40' 37.01 "W
Datum: NAD83 Level of accuracy: 1/100
Method of measurement: UTM
5. Purpose of the facility:
❑ treatment of municipal wastewater, ❑ treatment of 100% domestic wastewater,
® treatment of potable water, ❑ treatment of 100% industrial wastewater,
❑ treatment of industrial wastewater mixed with domestic wastewater,
(approximate percentages: % industrial and % domestic)
❑ other (explain: ).
6. Does the facility have an approved pretreatment program: ❑ Yes ® No
7. Facility permitted/design flow: 1_5 MGD and facility average daily flow: 0.62 MGD
8. Average amount of residuals being generated at this facility 120 dry tons per year.
9. Specify the following regarding treatment and storage volumes available at the facility:
Type and volume of residuals treatment: N/A The residual type is liquid ferric slude due to coagulation and flocculation
of raw source water. Residuals are conveyed to on -site clarifier for further settling before being h• uled to disposal site.
Type and volume of residuals storage (i.e., outside of residuals treatment units): There is no residuals storage in this
system — sludec is conveved to clarifier for further settling before being numoecl and hauled to disposal unit via liquid
haulingtrucks.
rucks.
II. RESIDUALS QUALITY INFORMATION (See Instruction C.):
1. Specify if residuals are regulated under:
❑ 40 CFR Part 503 or ® 40 CFR Part 257.
Note: Only residuals that are generated during domestic/municipal wastewater treatment processes are regulated under 40
CFR Part 503, otherwise, the residuals are regulated under 40 CFR Part 257.
2. Specify if residuals are defined under l 5A NCAC 02T.1 102(6) as:
❑ Biological ® Non -Biological
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 1 of 5

Note: Biological residuals are residuals that have been generated during the treatment of domestic wastewater, animal
processing wastewater, or the biological treatment of industrial wastewater (biological treatment is a system that utilizes
biological processes including lagoons, activated sludge systems, extended aeration systems, and fixed film systems).
3. Hazardous Waste Determination: Complete the following to demonstrate that the residuals are non -hazardous under
RCRA: (Note - this item does not have to be completed for facilities that are less than 0.5 MGD in design flow that treat
100% non -municipal, domestic wastewater only)
a. Are the residuals listed in 40 CFR §261.31-§261.33: ❑ yes no.
If yes, list the number(s):
b. Specify whether or not the residuals exhibit any of the characteristics defined by 40 CFR §261.21-
261.24: ❑ yes ® no.
Fill in the following tables with the results of the latest toxicity characteristic leaching procedure (TCLP) analysis as
well as those for corrosivity, ignitability, and reactivity:
Laboratory: SGS - Orlando. FL and Date of analysis: August 2019
Passed corrosivity test: ® yes ❑ no. pH: s.u. (2 < pH < 12.5)
Passed ignitability test: ® yes ❑ no. Flashpoint: > 200 OF (> 140°F)
Passed reactivity test: ® yes ❑no. HCN: < 19 mg/kg (<250) & HzS: < 6.62 mg/kg (<500)
TCLP Parameter
Limit
(Mg/1)
Result
(Mg/1)
TCLP Parameter
Limit
(Mg/1)
Result
(Mg/1)
Arsenic
5.0
< 0.1
Hexachlorobenzene
0.13
ND
Barium
100.0
< 2.0
Hexachloro-1,3-Butadiene
0.5
ND
Benzene
0.5
ND
Hexachloroethane
3.0
ND
Cadmium
1.0
< 0.05
Lead
5.0
< 0.05
Carbon Tetrachloride
0.5
ND
Lindane
0.4
ND
Chlordane
0.03
ND
Mercury
0.2
< 0.005
Chlorobenzene
100.0
ND
Methoxychlor
10.0
ND
Chloroform
6.0
ND
Methyl Ethyl Ketone
200.0
ND
Chromium
5.0
< 0.1
Nitrobenzene
2.0
ND
m-Cresol
200.0
ND
Pentachlorophenol
100.0
ND
o-Cresol
200.0
ND
Pyridine
5.0
ND
p-Cresol
200.0
ND
Selenium
1.0
< 0.1
Cresol
200.0
ND
Silver
5.0
< 0.1
2,4-D
10.0
ND
Tetrachloroethylene
0.7
ND
1,4-Dichlorobenzene
7.5
ND
Toxaphene
0.5
ND
1,2-Dichloroethane
0.5
0.0153
Trichloroethylene
0.5
ND
1, 1 -Dichloroethylene
0.7
ND
2,4,5-Trichlorophenol
400.0
ND
2,4-Dinitrotoluene
0.13
ND
214,6-Trichlorophenol
2.0
ND
Endrin
0.02
ND
214,5-TP (Silvex)
1.0
ND
Heptachlor and its Hydroxide
0.008
ND
Vinyl Chloride
0.2
ND
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 2 of 5

4. Metals Determination: Complete one of the following tables (i.e., as applicable) to demonstrate that the residuals do not
violate the ceiling concentrations for metals regulated under 15A NCAC 02T .1105.
a. For DistrihulionlLand Agglicalinn: Fill in the following table with the results of the latest analyses (i.e., on a dry weight
basis) for the following metal parameters:
Laboratory: and Date of analysis: t
Parameter
Ceiling
Concentration Limits
(ClassA & ClassB)
(mglkg)
Monthly Average
Concentration Limits
(Class A Only)
(►nglkg)
Result
(mglkg)
Arsenic
75
41
Cadmium
85
39
Copper
4,300
1,500
Lead
840
300
Mercury
57
17
Molybdenum
75
n/a
Nickel
420
420
Selenium
100
100
Zinc
7,500
2,800
b. Forfurtaca Disposal Unit flandfrllJ: Fill in the following table with the results of the latest analyses (i.e., on a dry weight
basis) for the following metal parameters:
Laboratory: Environment 1 and SGS Accutest and Date of analysis: 5/22/18
Distance from Disposal
Unit to Boundary to
Closest Property Line
(meters, check one)
Arsenic
(inglkg)
Chromium
(mglkg)
Nickel
(mg/kg)
❑ > 0 but < 25
30
200
210
❑ �t25 but < 50
34
220
240
❑ >_50 but < 75
39
260
270
® >_75 but < 100
46
300
320
❑ >_100 but < 125
53
360
390
❑ >_125
62
450
420
Result (mglkg)
< 2.5
8
26
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 3 of 5

5. iNutrient/Micronutrient Determination: Complete the following:
a. Total solids: %.
b. Fill in the following table with the results of the latest analyses (i.e., on a dry weight basis) for the following nutrient and
micronutrient parameters:
Laboratory: and Date of analysis:
Parameter
Result
Aluminum
Ammonia -Nitrogen
Calcium
Magnesium
Nitrate -Nitrite Nitrogen
pH (Standard Unit)
Phosphorus
Potassium
Sodium
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen
c. Using the results listed in Item II. 5b. above, calculate the sodium adsorption ration (SAR):
[Note: If residuals contain SAR of 10 or higher, the applicant shall obtain recommendations from the local Cooperative
Extension Office, the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Natural Resource Conservation Service, a
North Carolina Licensed Soil Scientist, or an agronomist, prior to land application of residuals. The recommendations shall
address the sodium application rate, soil amendments (e.g., gypsum, etc.), or a mechanism for maintaining site integrity
and conditions conducive to crop growth].
d. Specify the mineralization rate to be used in calculating the plant available nitrogen (PAN) of the residuals: %.
This rate is a (check one): ❑ default value, or 0 actually established.
If the residuals are not generated from the treatment of municipal or domestic wastewater, explain or provide technical
justification as to why the selected default value is appropriate to be applied to these residuals:
e. Calculate the PAN for the residuals (i.e., on a dry weight basis) and fill the results in the following table:
Application Method
First (I") Year PAN
Five -Year
Maximum Adjusted PAN
(mg/kg)
(mg/kg)
Surface
Injection/Incorporation
6. Other Pollutants Determination: Specify whether or not there are any other pollutants of concern in the residuals and provide
the results of the latest analyses:
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 4 of 5

7. Patho-zen Reduction: Per 15A NCAC 02T.1 106, specify how residuals will meet the pathogen reduction requirements:
a. Fi)r Dirtrihrrtian/Land A lication o Classs A or E uivalent:
❑ A fecal coliform density that is demonstrated to be less than 1,000 MPN per gram of total dry solids,
or
❑ A salmonella sp. density that is demonstration to be less than 3 MPN per 4 grams of total dry solids.
AND one of the followings (except for non -biological residuals):
❑ Alternative 1 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(A)] - Time/Temperature Compliance.
❑ Alternative 2 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(B)] - Alkaline Treatment.
❑ Alternative 3 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(C)] - Prior Testing for Enteric Virus/Viable Helminth Ova.
❑ Alternative 4 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(b)(3)(D)] - No Prior Testing for Enteric Virus/Viable Helminth Ova.
❑ Alternative 5 [15A NCAC 02T.1106(b)(3)(E)-(K)] - Process to Further Reduce Pathogens (PFRP).
Specify one: ❑ composting, ❑ heat drying, ❑ heat treatment,
❑ thermophilic aerobic digestion, ❑ beta ray irradiation,
❑ gamma ray irradiation, or ❑ pasteurization.
b. For Land Application of Class B:
❑ Alternative 1 [15A NCAC 02T.1106(c)(1)] - Fecal Coliform Density Demonstration.
❑ Alternative 2 [15A NCAC 02T.I 106(c)(2)] - Process to Significantly Reduce Pathogens (PSRP).
Specify one: ❑ aerobic digestion, ❑ air drying, ❑ anaerobic digestion,
❑ composting, or ❑ lime stabilization.
c. For Surface Disposal:
❑ Select One of the Class A or Equivalent Pathogen Reduction Alternatives in Item II. 7a. above.
❑ Select One of the Class B or Equivalent Pathogen Reduction Alternatives in Item II. 7b. above.
❑ Exempt -If Daily Cover Alternative is chosen in Item IL8. below [15A NCAC 02T.1106(a)(2)].
® Not Applicable - Non -Biological Residuals with NO Domestic Wastewater Contribution.
8. Vector Attraction Reduction [VARI: Per 15A NCAC 02T.1 107, specify how residuals will meet the VAR requirements:
❑ Alternative 1 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(1)] - 38% Volatile Solids Reduction (Aerobic/Anaerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 2 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(2)] - 40-Day Bench Scale Test (Anaerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 3 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(3)] - 30-Day Bench Scale Test (Aerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 4 [15A NCAC 02T.I 107(a)(4)] - Specific Oxygen Uptake Rate Test (Aerobic Digestion).
❑ Alternative 5 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(5)] - 14-Day Aerobic Processes.
❑ Alternative 6 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(6)] -Alkaline Stabilization.
❑ Alternative 7 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(7)] -Drying of Stabilized Residuals.
❑ Alternative 8 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(8)] - Drying of Unstabilized Residuals.
❑ Alternative 9 [15A NCAC 02T.1107(a)(9)] - Injection.
❑ Alternative 10 [15A NCAC 02T.I107(a)(10)] - Incorporation.
❑ Alternative for Surface Disposal Units Only - Soil/Other Material Cover [15A NCAC 02T.1107(b)(2)].
❑ Not Applicable - Non -Biological Residuals with NO Domestic Wastewater Contribution.
Note: For animal processing residuals, only alternatives 9 or 10 may be chosen due to the nuisance conditions that typically
occur when these residuals are applied and left on the land surface.
FORM: RSC 06-16 Page 5 of 5

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN FOR THE
TOWN OF RAMSEUR SURFACE DISPOSAL OF
BIOSOLIDS

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
TOWN OF RAMSEUR
SURFACE DISPOSAL OF BIOSOILDS
Permit No. WQ0010528

CHANGE HISTORY
Describe the changes made to this plan since its original development, who made the changes and on
what date the changes were incorporated into this plan.
DESCRIPTION OF CHANGE
Developed
Updated State contact info
Included "Post Closure Care Maintenance" Section
NAME/TITLE DATE
WWTP ORC April, 2015
WWTP ORC May 24, 2018
WWTP ORC January 30, 2020

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
TOWN OF RAMSEUR
SURFACE DISPOSAL OF BIOSOLIDS
PURPOSE
The Non -Discharge Permit, WQ0010528, issued by the North Carolina Environmental Quality,
Division of Water Resources (NCEQ/DWR) requires the Town to develop an Operation and
Maintenance Plan to address the following aspects of the Surface Disposal of Biosolids:
a) Operational Functions
b) Maintenance Schedules
c) Safety Measures
d) Inspection Plan
e) Sampling & Monitoring Plan
0 Post Closure Care Maintenance
The Permit requires this Plan be submitted to NCEQ/DWR for initial approval and any
modifications prior to implementation of the modifications.
OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS
Description of Wastewater Treatment Plant and Sludge Processes
The Surface Disposal Permit allows disposal of the biosolids from the Town's wastewater
treatment plant and sludge generated by the Town's water treatment plant to the ten acre lagoon.
Following are the treatment units included in the biosolids unit:
Description
Purpose
Return Sludge Pump (2 submersible sludge
pumps)
convey the solids to the sludge holding tank
Sludge holding Tank, 10,000 gallons
Slu a and lime is mixed for stablization
Lime Silo, 25 ton
Storage for lime
Gravity feed line, 200 feet
Convey treated solids from sludge holding
tank to sludge lagoon
10 acre lagoon
Final disposal of treated sludge
Following are process descriptions for both the wastewater treatment plant and the water treatment
plant.
The Town of Ramseur Wastewater Treatment Facility is a 0.480 MGD design capacity facility
treating wastewater from residential and commercial users. The unit treatment processes include
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an extended aeration, activated sludge basin, secondary clarification and a polishing pond followed
by chlorination and dechlorination. Excess biological sludge from the treatment process is lime
stabilized and piped by gravity feed to an approved, onsite, ten acre sludge storage lagoon.
The Town of Ramseur Water Treatment Facility is a 1.0 MGD design conventional water treatment
plant. Raw water is gravity feed from Sandy Creek into the sedimentation basins where chemicals
are introduced for taste and odor control, pH adjustment, flocculation/coagulation followed by
filtration, pH adjustment, and chlorination. The treated water is stored in an on -site clearwell
storage tank. Water is then transferred on demand to elevated storage tanks and to the customers
on the system. The solids collected in the sedimentation basin are pumped to a clarifier where the
clarified water is discharged to Sandy Creek. The solids collected in the clarifier from the
sedimentation basin and back washing the filters are pumped to sand drying beds for dewatering
and transport to the surface disposal lagoon at the wastewater treatment plant.
Figure I. provides a flow diagram of the Ramseur Wastewater Treatment Plant. Figure Il. Provides
a flow diagram of the Ramseur Water Treatment Plant.
Table I. below provides functions incorporated with the Operation and Management of the Surface
Disposal of Biosolids Program:
Table 1. O&M Functions
Activity
Res onsible Person
Sampling and Monitoring of Sludge prior to
WWTP ORC
disposal
Review of Monitoring data to ensure
Suez Compliance Officer
compliance with regulations
Conduct monthly methane gas monitoring
WWTP ORC
around the boundary of the lagoon.
Ensure WTP Sludge Hauler has a copy of the
_
Permit, O&M Plan, and SPCC Plan in
WWTP ORC
transport vehicle
Conduct monthly inspect for surface runoff
WWTP ORC
and erosion
Conduct monthly visual inspection of the
WWTP ORC
sludge holding tank for leaks
WWTP ORC
Provide maintenance activity
MAINTENANCE
There are 2 submersible return sludge pumps which require monthly cleaning and inspection. The auger
system in the lime silo is inspected monthly and greased as needed.
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SAFETY & CONTROL OF ACCESS TO SITES
The surface disposal lagoon is located on property owned by the Town of Ramseur. Entrance to
the property is controlled by a private entrance gate and fencing around the property boundary.
SPILL CONTROL & RESPONSE MEASURES
Sludge generated by the Ramseur wastewater treatment is pumped from the clarifier to a 10,000
gallon sludge holding tank. Lime stabilization is completed in the holding tank and gravity
flowed to a 10 acre sludge lagoon. The potential of a spill is restricted to the sludge holding
tank. Personnel is on -site when this tank is being filled and will follow the spill control plan
should a spill occur.
The Town of Ramseur uses a sludge hauling company to transport the sludge from the water
treatment plant to the surface disposal lagoon at the wastewater treatment plant. The Town will
ensure that the sludge hauling company has a Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure
(SPCC) Plan and is located in the sludge hauling vehicle. The Plan will include, at a minimum:
a) Emergency Response Procedures addressing control, containment, and remediation
b) Cleanup Procedures
c) Notification Procedures
d) Emergency Contact Information
A copy of the SPCCs is included in Attachment I.
INSPECTION & RECORDKEEPING PLAN
The Town of Ramseur will incorporate the following activities and inspections to ensure
compliance with the Permit:
Activity
Responsible Person
Review Sampling & Monitoring data to ensure
Suez Compliance Officer
compliance with regulations
An Annual Report summarizing the activity of
Suez Compliance Officer
the Surface Disposal will be completed,
reviewed, and provided to the Town for
submittal to the State prior to March 1.
Notify the Winston Salem Regional Office by
WWTP ORC
telephone [phone]) of any
noncompliant events within 24 hours of first
knowledge of the occurrence
Prior to each disposal event, inspect Surface
WWTP ORC
Disposal Lagoon to ensure no threat of
releasing sludge to the environment or an
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threat to human health or a public nuisance.
Documentation of inspection will be recorded
on inspection form
Conduct Inspection of land appliers transport WTP ORC
vehicles to ensure no visible problems which
could cause a spill or release of sludge
A copy of the inspection form is included in Attachment II.
SAMPLING & MONITORING PLAN
RAMSEUR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
The Town of Ramseur wastewater treatment plant is permitted to dispose of a maximum of 60
Dry Tons per year. To ensure compliance with the Permit, sludge samples will be collected
1/Year, on a day when a disposal event occurs. Sampling and monitoring will be conducted in
accordance with Table 1. The specific parameters for the Residual Analysis and the TCLP along
with the Permit limits are listed in Table 2 and Table 3. Alkaline (lime) stabilization is used to
reduce pathogen and vector attraction. Sludge is batch treated prior to discharging to the sludge
lagoon. Fluctuation in temperature and flow will not affect the representative sampling and
testing of the sludge. There are no limiting constraints for sample monitoring events.
Table 1.
Parameter
Monitoring
Sample Location
Type of Sample
Frequency
Residual Analysis(')
Annual
Sludge Holding -Tank
Grab
Corrosivity
Annual
Sludge Holding Tank
Grab
Ignitability
Annual
Sludge Holding Tank
Grab
Reactivity
Annual
Sludge Holding Tank
Grab
TCLP(z)
Annual
Sludge Holding Tank
Grab
Test to demonstrate
Annual
Sludge Holding Tank
Grab
compliance with
Pathogen
Reduction (3)
Test to demonstrate
Annual
Sludge Holding Tank
Grab
compliance with
Vector Attraction(3)
Methane Gas
Monthly
Perimeter of Sludge
Air monitoring using a
Lagoon
portable gas detector (RKI
03 Series Gas Monitoring)
(1) See Table 2 for specific parameters
(2) See Table 3 for specific parameters
(3) Sufficient lime shall be added to the biosolids to raise the pH of the biosolids to 12.0 SU and remain at 12.0
or greater for 2 hours after adding the lime.
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Table 2. Residual Analysis
Residual Analvsis
Pollutant
Limit*
Test Method
Arsenic
46 m
3113B-04
Chromium
300 mg/kg
EPA200.7
Nickel
320 m
EPA200.7
Percent Total Solids
2540G-11
H
4500HB- I I
* Based on 75 to less than 100 meters from property boundaries
Table 3. TCLP Analysis
TCLP Analysis, Test Method SW846 1311
Arsenic (5.0)
1,4-Dichlorobenzene (7.5)
Nitrobenzene (2.0)
Barium (100.0)
1,2-Dichloroethane (0.5)
Pentachlorophenol (100.0)
Benzene (0.5)
I,1-Dichloroethylene (0.7)
Pyridine (5.0)
Cadmium (1.0)
2,4-Dinitrotoluene (0.13)
Selenium (1.0)
Carbon tetrachloride (0.5)
Endrin (0.02)
Silver (5.0)
Chlordane (0.03)
Hexachlorobenzene (0.13)
Tetrachloroethylene (0.7)
Chlorobenzene (100.0)
Heptachlor (and its hydroxide)
(0.008)
Toxaphene (0.5)
Chloroform (6.0)
Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene (0.5)
Tiichooroethylene (0.5)
Chromium (5.0)
Hexachloroethane (3.0)
2,4,5-Trichlorophenol (400.0)
m-Cresol (200.0)
Lead (5.0)
2,4,6-TrichJorophenol (2.0)
o-Cresol (200.0)
Lindane (0.4)
2,4,5-TP (Silvex) ( 1.0)
p-Cresol (200.0)
Mercury (0.2)
Vinyl chloride (0.2)
Cresol (200.0)
Methoxychlor (10.0)
2,4-D (10.0)
Methyl ethyl ketone (200.0)
Corrosivity, Ignitability, ReactiAty
Pollutant
Limit
Test Method
Corrosivit
H: s.u. 2 < pH < 12.5)
SW846 CHAP?
lEitability
Flashpoint > 140OF
SW846 1010A MOD
Reactivity (Sulfide)
<500 m /k
SM4500 SD
RAMSEUR WATER TREATMENT PLANT
The Town of Ramseur water treatment plant is permitted to dispose of a maximum of 120 Dry
Tons per year to the surface disposal lagoon. The sludge generated by the water treatment plant
is exempt from the EPA503 regulations because it does not contain domestic septage sludge.
Sludge samples will be collected 1/Year, on a day when a disposal event occurs. Sampling and
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monitoring will be conducted in accordance with Table 4. The specific parameters for the
Residual Analysis and the TCLP are listed in Table 5 and Table 6.
Table 4.
Parameter
Monitoring
Sample Location
Type of Sample
Frequency
Residual Analysis(')
Annual
Pipe from Sludge Hauling
Grab
Tanker
Corrosivity
Annual
Pipe from Sludge Hauling
Grab
Tanker
Ignitability
Annual
Pipe from Sludge Hauling
Grab
Tanker
Reactivity
Annual
Pipe from Sludge Hauling
Grab
Tanker
TCLP(2)
Annual
Pipe from Sludge Hauling
Grab
Tanker
(1) See Table 5 for specific parameters
(2) See Table 6 for specific parameters
Table 5. Residual Analysis
Residual Analysis
Pollutant
Test Method
Arsenic
3113B-04
Chromium
EPA200.7
Nickel
EPA200.7
Percent Total Solids
2540G-I I
H
4500HB-11
Table 6. TCLP Analysis
TCLP Analysis, Test Method SW846 1311
Arsenic (5.0)
1,4-Dichlorobenzene (7.5)
Nitrobenzene (2.0)
Barium (100.0)
1,2-Dichloroethane (0.5)
Pentachlorophenol (100.0)
Benzene (0.5)
I,1-Dichloroethylene (0.7)
Pyridine (5.0)
Cadmium (1.0)
2,4-Dinitrotoluene (0.13)
Selenium (1.0)
Carbon tetrachloride (0.5)
Endrin (0.02)
Silver (5.0)
Chlordane (0.03)
Hexachlorobenzene (0.13)
Tetrachloroethylene (0.7)
Chlorobenzene (100.0)
Heptachlor (and its hydroxide)
(0.008)
Toxaphene (0.5)
Chloroform (6.0)
Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene (0.5)
Trichloroethylene (0.5)
Chromium (5.0)
Hexachloroethane (3.0)
2,4,5-Trichlorophenol (400.0)
m-Cresol (200.0)
Lead (5.0)
2,4,6-TrichJorophenol (2.0)
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o-Cresol (200.0)
Lindane (0.4)
2,4,5-TP (Silvex) ( 1.0)
p-Cresol (200.0)
Mercury (0.2)
Vinyl chloride (0.2)
Cresol (200.0)
Methoxychlor (10.0)
2,4-D (10.0)
Methyl ethyl ketone (200.0)
Corrosivity, Ignitability, Reactivity
Pollutant
Limit
Test Method
Corrosivit
H: s.u. 2 < PH < 12.5)
SW846 CHAP?
Ignitability
Flashpoint > 140OF
SW846 101OA MOD
Reactivity Sulfide
<500 m
SM4500 SD
Post Closure Care Maintenance
The surface disposal unit is located on property owned by the Town of Ramseur. In the event
that the unit is permanently taken out of service, the following events will occur:
1) Prior to closing the surface disposal unit, a formal closure plan and post -closure
management care program including an implementation schedule will be submitted to the
Division 180 days before closure. The Plan will include the following:
a. How the surface disposal unit will be closed
b. A description of the methane gas monitoring system used to monitor the air at the
property line of the unit
c. How public access to the surface disposal unit will be restricted
d. Written proof that the new owners of the property were informed that the property
was used for the purpose of operating a surface disposal unit.
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ATTACHMENT
COUNTERMEASURE PLAN

SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLAN
Town of Ramseur WTP Sludge Hauling
Permit No.: WQ0010528
Sludge generated by the Ramseur water treatment is transported from the water treatment plant to
the surface sludge disposal lagoon at the Ramseur Wastewater treatment plant. Sludge generated at
the Ramseur Water Treatment Plant is generated by the filter backwash operation and cleaning of
the sedimentation basin. These solids do not contain any sludges generated by domestic sewage.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Agency
Responsibility
Primary Contact
Phone
Town of Ramseur
336-824-8530
Suez — WTP ORC
Emergency Response
Mark Grose
336-824-8891 (0)
Coordinator
336-302-6982 C
Suez — WWTP ORC
Emergency Response
Terry Lewallen
336-824-3939 (0)
Coordinator
336-736-0532 C
Communicates event
Suez — Area Manager
status to public in
Nadine Blackwell
336-403-7088
conjunction with the
Town of Ramseur
Randolph County Emergency
off -site emergency
Director of Emergency
336-318-6913 (0)
Management
Responders
Management
336-963-0991 C)
State Regulatory agency
Winston Salem Regional
NCEQ, Division of Water
All spills are reported to
Office: 336-776-9800
Resources
the agency
After hours:
800-662-7956
Spill Prevention measures are critical to preventing spills which can harm the environment, aquatic
life, and humans. Spill Prevention measures such as vehicle and equipment inspections, reviewing
Standard Operating Procedures, and ensuring personnel are properly trained should be completed
prior to transporting sludge to the wastewater treatment plant.
IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF A SPILL. THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS SHALL BE
TAKEN IMMEDIATELY:
1. MANAGEMENT OF SPILL ACTIVITIES:
The top priority when responding to spills is to stop it as soon as possible. Stopping the flow is the quickest
way to prevent spills from entering surface waters, posing threat to human health and environment. The
Contract Sludge Hauler shall take immediate charge and initiate assessment and clean-up activities. The
Contract Sludge Hauler labor and equipment is to be utilized. In the event additional labor and equipment is
required, assistance may be requested from the Town of Ramseur, the NC Department of Transportation, and
other private contractors as necessary.
2. HALT THE SOURCE OF THE SPILL:
Such as a ruptured container or damaged transport unit.

3. CONTAIN THE SPILL:
Form a barrier using spill containment materials located at the Ramseur Water and Wastewater Treatment
Plants. In addition, sufficient quantities of straw shall be used for such purposes. Earthen barriers may be
constructed to augment the spill containment material and/or straw bale containment area of the spill. The
Contract Hauler or the person in charge on the spill site will advise the clean-up personnel where to get the
spill containment materials, straw, lime, and other items necessary to complete the clean-up operation, i.e.,
local farmers, farm supply centers, nurseries, etc.
4. CLEAN-UP:
Employ front-end loaders, vacuum equipment, sludge application vehicles, and/or local septic tank service to
remove as much of the spilled material as possible. Straw and/or sand should be scattered in the spill area to
soak up the remaining material. The straw- and sand -soaked material will be collected and removed to a
disposal area approved by representatives of the state regulatory agency.
5. FINAL CLEAN-UP:
Employ rotary brush sweeper if needed, and apply lime to the spill area upon the approval of the clean-up
efforts by the state regulatory representative. If the event occurs on private property, the clean-up will be
completed to the satisfaction of the property owner and state regulatory representatives. The ultimate goal
will be to restore the spill area to its original condition if possible.
6. NOTIFICATION:
As soon as possible after the spill occurs, the Contract Hauler will notify the Ramseur Water Treatment Plant
and they will then be responsible for notifying the appropriate agencies.
7. REPORTING:
The Town of Ramseur will notify the NCDENR -Winston Salem Regional Office by telephone (336-771-
4631) as soon as possible, but not more than 24 hours after, or on the next working day following the
occurrence. For after-hours reporting the Division's emergency number shall be called to report all
incidences (800-662-7956 or 800-858-0368 or 919-733-3300). The Town of Ramseur will file a written
report to the Winston Salem Regional Office within 5 days of the occurrence.
8. SPILL ESTIMATION METHODS
Accurate spill estimation is critical for reporting purposes. The following types of estimates can be used:
Eyeball Estimate
To use this method imagine the amount of water that would spill from a bucket or a barrel. A bucket
contains 5 gallons and a barrel contains 50 gallons. If the spill is larger than 50 gallons, try to break
the standing water into barrels and then multiply by 50 gallons. This method is useful for contained
spills up to approximately 200 gallons.
Measured Volume
The volume of most small spills that have been contained can be estimated using this method. The
shape, dimensions, and the depth of the contained wastewater are needed. The shape and dimensions
are used to calculate the area of the spills and the depth is used to calculate the volume.
Step 1 Sketch the shape of the contained sewage.
Step 2 Measure or pace off the dimensions.
Step 3 Measure the depth at several locations and select an average.
Step 4 Convert the dimensions, including depth, to feet.
Step 5 Calculate the area in square feet using the following formulas:
Rectangle: Area = length (feet) x width (feet)
Circle: Area = radius (feet) x radius (feet) x 3.14

Triangle: Area = base (feet) x height (feet) x 0.5
Step 6 Multiply the area (square feet) times the depth (in feet) to obtain the volume in
cubic feet.
Step 7 Multiply the volume in cubic feet by 7.5 to convert it to gallons

SPILL PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLAN
Town of Ramseur WWTP Sludge Disposal
Permit No.: WQ0010528
Sludge generated by the Ramseur wastewater treatment is pumped from the clarifier to a 10,000
gallon sludge holding tank. Lime stabilization is completed in the holding tank and gravity flowed
to a 10 acre sludge lagoon.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Agency
Responsibility
Primary Contact
Phone
Town of Ramseur
336-824-8530
Suez — WWTP ORC
Emergency Response
Terry Lewallen
336-824-3939 (0)
Coordinator
336-736-0532 C
Communicates event
Suez — Area Manager
status to public in
Nadine Blackwell
336-403-7088
conjunction with the
Town of Ramseur
Randolph County Emergency
off -site emergency
Director of Emergency
336-318-6913 (0)
Management
Responders
Management
336-963-0991 C
State Regulatory agency
Winston Salem Regional
NCEQ/Division of Water
All spills are reported to
Office: 336-776-9800
Resources
the agency
After hours:
800-662-7956
Spill Prevention measures are critical to preventing spills which can harm the environment, aquatic
life, and humans. The potential of a spill during the sludge disposal process is restricted to the
sludge holding tank. As preventative measures, the sludge holding tank is routinely inspected for
leaks. In addition, personnel will be on -site when this tank is being filled to observe and monitor
the operation.
IN THE UNLIKELY EVENT OF A SPILL, THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS SHALL BE
TAKEN IMMEDIATELY:
1. MANAGEMENT OF SPILL ACTIVITIES:
The top priority when responding to spills is to stop it as soon as possible. Stopping the flow is the quickest
way to prevent spills from entering surface waters, posing threat to human health and environment. The
wastewater treatment plant staff shall take immediate charge and initiate assessment and clean-up activities.
In the event additional labor and equipment is required, assistance may be requested from the Town of
Ramseur and other private contractors as necessary.
2. HALT THE SOURCE OF THE SPILL:
Such as a ruptured container or damaged transport unit.
3. CONTAIN THE SPILL:
Form a barrier using spill containment materials located at the Ramseur Wastewater Treatment Plant. In

addition, sufficient quantities of straw shall be used for such purposes. Earthen barriers may be constructed
to augment the spill containment material and/or straw bale containment area of the spill. The WWTP ORC
or the person in charge on the spill site will advise the clean-up personnel where to get the spill containment
materials, straw, lime, and other items necessary to complete the clean-up operation, i.e., local farmers, farm
supply centers, nurseries, etc.
4. CLEAN-UP:
Employ front-end loaders, vacuum equipment, sludge application vehicles, and/or local septic tank service to
remove as much of the spilled material as possible. Straw and/or sand should be scattered in the spill area to
soak up the remaining material. The straw- and sand -soaked material will be collected and removed to a
disposal area approved by representatives of the state regulatory agency.
5. NOTIFICATION:
As soon as possible after the spill occurs, the WWTP ORC will notify the Town of Ramseur and they will
then be responsible for notifying the appropriate agencies.
6. REPORTING:
The Town of Ramseur will notify the NCEQ/DWR - Winston Salem Regional Office by telephone (336-776-
9800) as soon as possible, but not more than 24 hours after, or on the next working day following the
occurrence. For after-hours reporting the Division's emergency number shall be called to report all
incidences (800-662-7956 or 800-858-0368 or 919-733-3300). The Town of Ramseur will file a written
report to the Winston Salem Regional Office within 5 days of the occurrence.
7. SPILL ESTIMATION METHODS
Accurate spill estimation is critical for reporting purposes. The following types of estimates can be used:
Eyeball Estimate
To use this method imagine the amount of water that would spill from a bucket or a barrel. A bucket
contains 5 gallons and a barrel contains 50 gallons. If the spill is larger than 50 gallons, try to break
the standing water into barrels and then multiply by 50 gallons. This method is useful for contained
spills up to approximately 200 gallons.
Measured Volume
The volume of most small spills that have been contained can be estimated using this method. The
shape, dimensions, and the depth of the contained wastewater are needed. The shape and dimensions
are used to calculate the area of the spills and the depth is used to calculate the volume.
Step 1
Sketch the shape of the contained sewage.
Step 2
Measure or pace off the dimensions.
Step 3
Measure the depth at several locations and select an average.
Step 4
Convert the dimensions, including depth, to feet.
Step 5
Calculate the area in square feet using the following formulas:
Rectangle: Area = length (feet) x width (feet)
Circle: Area = radius (feet) x radius (feet) x 3.14
Triangle: Area = base (feet) x height (feet) x 0.5
Step 6
Multiply the area (square feet) times the depth (in feet) to obtain the volume in
cubic feet.
Step 7
Multiply the volume in cubic feet by 7.5 to convert it to gallons

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