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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQ0041599_Final Permit_20200402March 26, 2020 Memorandum of Transmittal To: NCDEQ Asheville Regional Office 2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa, NO 28778 From: Jeffrey T. Brown, PE President Cc: David Lutz City of Brevard — Public Services Director Re: Pisgah Drive Sewer Extension Transylvania County, NC The fast -track application attached is for the City of Brevard in Transylvania County. The proposed project is to extend the existing gravity sewer on Pisgah Drive. This project will consist of installing approximately 282 linear feet of 8 inch DIP gravity sewer line and 2 manholes. Please find the following attached items for the referenced project: 1. Two (2) — Signed & Sealed Fast Track Application 2. One (1) — Check in the amount of $480 3. Two (2) — Signed FTSE 04-16 Form 4. Two (2) — Site Map and Location Map Should there be any questions, please call. (C RIMAR 31120020 D Water Quality Regional Operations Asheville Regional Office 30 Ben Lippen School Road, Suite 202, Asheville, NC 28806> 828.350.7683 [office] > NC License No.: C-3214> www.brownpa.net State of North Carolina DW R Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources 15A NCAC 02T .0300 — FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION Division of Water Resources INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: ETA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION This application is for sewer extensions involving gravity sewers, pump stations and force mains, or any combination that has been certified by a professional engineer and the applicant that the project meets the requirements of 15A NCAC 02T and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria and that plans, specifications and supporting documents have been prepared in accordance with, 15A NCAC 02T, 15A NCAC 02T.0300, Division policies and good engineering practices. While no upfront engineering design documents are required for submittal, in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0305(b), design documents must be prepared prior to submittal of a fast track permit application to the Division. This would include plans, design calculations, and project specifications referenced in 15A NCAC 02T .0305 and the applicable minimum design criteria. These documents shall be available upon request by the Division. Projects that are deemed permitted (do not require a permit from the Division) are explained in 15A NCAC 02T.0303. Projects not eligible for review via the fast track process (must be submitted for full technical review): ➢ Projects that require an environmental assessment in accordance with 15A NCAC I .0100; ➢ Projects that do not meet any part of the minimum design criteria (MDC) document; ➢ Projects that involve a variance from the requirements of 15A NCAC 2T; ➢ Pressure sewer systems utilizing septic tank -effluent pumps (STEPS) or simplex grinder pumps; ➢ STEP or simplex grinder pumps connecting to pressurized systems (e.g. force mains); ➢ Vacuum sewer systems. General — When submitting an application, please use the following instructions as a checklist in order to ensure all required items are submitted. Adherence to these instructions and checking the provided box w time and reduce the amount of requested additional information. Failure to submit all re r e s t tional processing and review time, and may result in return of the application. Unless o e p ]i al ubmit one original and one copy of the application and supporting documentation. A. One Original and One Copy of Application and Supporting Documents MAR 3 12020 ® Required unless otherwise noted Water Quality Regional Operations R. Cover Letter (Required for All Application Packages): Asheville Regional Office ® List all items included in the application package, as well as a brief description of the requested permitting action. ➢ Be specific as to the system type, number of homes served, flow allocation required, etc. ➢ If necessary for clarity, include attachments to the application form. C. Application Fee (All New and Major Modification Application Packages): ® Submit a check or money order in the amount of $480.00 dated within 90 days of application submittal. ➢ Payable to North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) D. Fast Track (Form: ETA 04-16) Application (Required for All Application Packages): ® Submit the completed and appropriately executed application. ➢ If necessary for clarity or due to space restrictions, attachments to the application may be made. ❑ If the Applicant Type in Item 1.2 is a corporation or company, provide documentation it is registered for business with the North Carolina Secretary of State. ❑ If the Applicant Type in Item I.2 is a partnership or d/b/a, enclose a copy of the certificate filed with the Register of Deeds in the county of business. ® The Project Name in Item I1,1 shall be consistent with the project name on the flow acceptance letters, agreements, etc. ® The Professional Engineer's Certification on Page 5 of the application shall be signed, sealed and dated by a North Carolina licensed Professional Eneineer. ® The Applicant's Certification on Page 5 of the application shall be signed in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b). Per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(c), an alternate person may be designated as the signing official if a delegation letter is provided f om a person who meets the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b). INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: FTA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Page 1 of 3 E. Flow Tracking/Acceptance Form (Form: FTSE 04-16) (HApplicable): ® Submit the completed and executed FTSE form from the owners of the downstream sewers and treatment facility. ➢ Multiple forms maybe required where the downstream sewer owner and wastewater treatment facility are different. ➢ The flow acceptance indicated in form FTSE must not expire prior to permit issuance and must be dated less than one year prior to the application date. ➢ Submittal of this application and form FTSE indicates that owner has adequate capacity and will not violate G.S. 143- 215.67(a). ➢ Intergovernmental agreements or other contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -specific FTSE. F. Site Maps (All Application Packages): ® Submit an 8.5-inch x 1 i-inch color copy of a USGS Topographic Map of sufficient scale to identify the entire project area and closest surface waters. ➢ Location of the project (gravity sewer, pump stations & force main) ➢ Downstream connection points and permit number (if larown) for the receiving sewer ❑ Include a street level map showing general project area. G. Existing Permit (All Modification Packages): ❑ Submit the most recently issued existing permit. ❑ Provide a list of any items within the permit the Applicant would like the Division to address during the permit modification (i.e., permit description, flow allocation, treatment facility, etc.). H. Power Reliability Plan (Required if portable reliability option utilized for Pump Station): ❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1), submit documentation of power reliability for pumping stations. ➢ This alternative is only available for average daily flows less than 15,000 gallons per day ➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant and is compatible with the station. The Division will accept a letter signed by the applicant (see 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)) or proposed contractor, stating that "the portable power generation unit or portable, independently -powered pumping units, associated appurtenances and personnel are available for distribution and operation of this pump station." ➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations' storage capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel timoframes, shall be provided in the case of a multiple station power outage. (Required at time of certification) I. Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (All Application Packages for Privately -Owned Public Utilities): ❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(a)(1) provide the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the North Carolina Utilities Commission demonstrating the Applicant is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be sewed by the sewer extension, or ❑ Provide a letter from the North Carolina Utilities Commission's Water and Sewer Division Public Staff stating an application for a franchise has been received and that the service area is contiguous to an existing franchised area or that franchise approval is expected. J. Operational Agreements (Applications from HOA/POA and Developers for lots to be sold): ❑ Home/Property Owners' Associations ❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(e), submit the properly executed Operational Agreement (FORM: FICA ). ❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(c), submit a copy of the Articles of Incorporation, Declarations and By-laws. ❑ Developers of lots to be sold ❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(b), submit the properly executed Operational Agreement (FORM: DEV). For more information, visit the Division's collection systems website INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: FTA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Page 2 of 3 State of North Carolina DW R Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources 15A NCAC 02T .0300 - FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION Division of Water Resources ETA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION Application Number: (to be completed by DWR) All items must be completed or the application will be returned 1. APPLICANT INFORMATION: 1. Applicant's name: City of Brevard (company, municipality, RCA, utility, etc.) 2. Applicant type: ❑ Individual ❑ Corporation ❑ General Partnership ❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility ❑ Federal ❑ State/County ® Municipal ❑ Other 3. Signature authority's time: James Finland per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b) Title: City Manager /// Y7q q�� 4. AppCity: ant'srevs mailing address: 95 W. Main St H • (( p . / i y City: Brevard State: NC Zip: 28712-_ (((\\\111JI I�JJ�J!. �7 "I I�Y,��������////// 5. Applicant's contact information: MAR 3 12020 Phone number: 828 885-5602 Email Address: jim fatlariMcitvotbrevard corn D. PROJECT INFORMATION: Wafer Quality Regional Operations 1. Project time: Pisgah Drive Sewer Extension Asheville Regional Office 2. Application/Project stains: ®Proposed (New Permit) El Existing Permit/Project If a modification, provide the existing permit number: W000 and issued date: If new construction but part of a master plan, provide the existing permit number: W000 3. County where project is located: Transylvania 4. - Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.236627' Longitude:-82.738329° 5. Parcel ID (if applicable): (or Parcel ID to closest downstream sewer) IR. CONSULTANT INFORMATION: 1. Professional Engineer: Jeffrey T.. Brown License Number: 28289 Firm: Brown Consultants PA Mailing address: 30 Ben Lippert School Road Suite 202 City: Asheville State: NC Zip: 28806-_ Phone number: 828) 350-7683 Email Address: itbrown(albrownpamet IV. WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY (WWTF) INFORMATION: 1. Facility Name: Brevard W WTP Permit Number: NCO060534 Owner Name: City of Brevard V. RECEIVING DOWNSTREAM SEWER INFORMATION(ifdifferent than WWTF): 1. Permit Nmnber(s): WQ_ Downstream (Receiving) Sewer Size: 8 inch System Wide Collection System Permit Number(s) (if applicable): WQCS00084 Owner Name(s): City of Brevard FORM: PTA 04-16 Page 1 of Vt. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 1. If the Applicant is a Privately -Owned Public Utility, has a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity been attached? ❑ Yes [-]No ❑N/A 2. If the Applicant is a Developer of lots to be sold, has a Developer's Operational Agreement (FORM, DEVI been attached? ❑ Yes ❑No [—]N/A 3. If the Applicant is a Home/Property Owners' Association. has an Operational Agreement (FORM HOA) been attached? 4. Origin of wastewater: (check all that apply): ® Residential Owned ❑ Residential Leased ❑ School/preschool/day care ❑ Food and drink facilities ❑ Businesses / offices / factories ❑ Yes ❑No ❑N/A ❑ Retail (stores, centers, malls) ❑ Retail with food preparation/service ❑ Medical / dental / veterinary facilities ❑ Church ❑ Nursing Home 5. Nature of wastewater: 100 % Domestic/Commercial 0%Commercial ❑ Car Wash ❑ Hotel and/or Motels ❑ Swimming Pool /Clubhouse ❑ Swimming Pool/Filter Backwash ❑ Other (Explain in Attachment) 0 %Industrial (See 15A NCAC 02T.0103(20)) "Is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ❑ Yes ❑ No 6. Has a flow reduction been approved under l5A NCAC 02T .O114(t)? ❑ Yes ®No ➢ If yes, provide a copy of flow reduction approval letter 7. Summarize wastewater generated by project Establishment Type (see 02T.0114(D) Daily Design Flow',b No. of Units Flow Single Family Residential (3 Bedroom) 360 gal/day 4 1440 PD gaV GPD gal/ GPD gal/ GPD gal/ GPD gal/ GPD Total 1440,61) a See 15A NCAC 02T .0114(b) (d)(e)(1) and (e)(2) for caveats to wastewater design flow rates (i.e, minimum flow per dwelling; proposed unknown non-residential development uses; public access facilities located near high public use areas; and residential property located south in east of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway to be used as vacation rentals as defined in G.S. 42A-4). b Per 15A NCAC 02T .0114(e), design flow rates for establishments not identified [in table 15A NCAC 02T 0114] shall be determined using available flow dat , water using fixtures, occupancy or operation patterns, and other measured data. 8. Wastewater generated by project: 1440 (per 15A NCAC 02T .0114) ➢ Do not include future flows or previously permitted allocations If permitted flow is zero, indicate why: ❑ Pump Station or Gravity Sewer where flow will be permitted in subsequent permits that connect to this line ❑ Flow has already been allocated in Permit Number: ❑ Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewer with no new flow expected ❑ Other (Explain): FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 2 of 5 VII. GRAVITY SEWER DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) - 02T 40305 & MDC (Gravity Sewers): 1. Summarize gravity sewer to be permitted: Size (inches) Length (feet) Material 8 282 / DIP ➢ Section II & III of the MDC for Permitting of Gravity Sewers contains information related to design criteria ➢ Section III contains information related to minimum slopes for gravity sewer(s) ➢ Oversizing lines to meet minimum slope requirement is not allowed and a violation of the MDC VILL PUMP STATION DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) —02T A305 & MDC (Pump Stations/Force Mains): COMPLETE FOR EACH PUMP STATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROJECT 1. Pump station number or name: N/A 2. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: Longitude: - 3. Design flow of the pump station: millions gallons per day (firm capacity) 4. Operational pombs) of the pump(s): gallons per minute at feet total dynamic head (TDH) 5. Summarize the force main to be permitted (for this Pump Station): Size (inches) Length (feet) Material 6. Power reliability in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T.0305(h)(1): ❑ Standby power source or pump with automatic activation and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(B). ➢ Required for all pump stations with an average daily flow greater than or equal to 15,000 gallons per day ➢ Must be permanent to facility Or if the pump station has an average daily flow less than 15,000 gallons per day: ❑ Portable power source with manual activation, quick -connection receptacle and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(C) or ❑ Portable pumping unit with plugged emergency pump connection and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(C): ➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant (draft agreement) and is compatible with the station. ➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations' storage capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel timeframes, shall be provided in the case of a multiple station power outage. FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 3 of 5 IX. SETBACKS & SEPARATIONS — (02B .0200 & 15A NCAC 02T.0305(f)): 1. Does the project comply with all separations found in 15A NCAC 02T.0305(f) & (a) ® Yes []No ➢ 15A NCAC 02T.0305(f) contains minimum separations that shall be provided for sewer systems: Setback Parameter* Separation Required Storm sewers and other utilities not listed below vertical 24 inches Water mains vertical -water over sewer including in benched trenches 18 inches Water mains horizontal 10 feet Reclaimed water lines vertical - reclaimed over sewer 18 inches Reclaimed water lines horizontal - reclaimed over sewer 2 feet **Any private or public water supply source, including any wells, WS-I waters of Class I or Class II impounded reservoirs used as a source of drinking water 100 feet **Waters classified WS (except WS-I or WS-V), B, SA, ORW, HQW, or SB from normal high water or tide elevation and wetlands see item IX.2 50 feet **Any other stream, lake, impoundment, or ground water lowering and surface drainage ditches 10 feet Any building foundation 5 feet Any basement 10 feet Top sloe of embankment or cuts of 2 feet or more vertical height 10 feet Drainage systems and interceptor drains 5 feet Any swimming arts 10 feet Final earth grade vertical 36 inches ➢ t5A NCAC 02T.0305(g) contains alternatives where separations in 02T.0305(f) cannot be achieved. ➢ **Stream classifications can be identified using the Division's NC Surface Water Classifications webmage ➢ If noncompliance with 02T.0305(f) or (a) see Section X of this application 2. Does the project comply with separation requirements for wetlands? (50 feet of separation) ® Yes ❑ No ➢ See the Division's draft separation requirements for situations where separation cannot be meet ➢ No variance is required if the alternative design criteria specified is utilized in design and construction ➢ As built documents should reference the location of areas effected 3. Does the project comply with all setbacks found in the river basin rules per 15A NCAC 02B .0200? ® Yes ❑ No ➢ This would include Trout Buffered Streams per 15A NCAC 2B.0202 4. Does the project comply with an individual 404 Permit or any 401 Certifications? ® Yes ❑ No ➢ Wetland -related permits shall be requested, obtained, and adhered to for projects that impact wetlands or surface waters ➢ Information can be obtained from the 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch 5. Does project comply with 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6) (additional permitsociffieations)? ® Yes ❑ No Per 15A NCAC 02T.0 1 05(c)(6), directly related environmental permits or certification applications are being prepared, have been applied for, or have been obtained. Issuance of this permit is contingent on issuance of dependent permits (erosion and sedimentation control plans, stormwater management plans, etc.). 6. Does this project include any sewer collection lines that are deemed "high -priority?" Per 15A NCAC 02T 0402, "high -priority sewer" means "any aerial sewer, sewer contacting surface waters, siphon, or sewer positioned put she] to streambanks that is subject to erosion that underm/itu s or deteriorates the sewer. [-]Yes ® kd'o ➢ If yes, include an attaclunent with details for each line, including type (aerial line, size, material, and location). High priority lines shall be inspected by the permitter or its representative at least once every six -months and inspections documented per 15A NCAC 02T.0403(a)(5) or the permitee's individual System -Wide Collection permit. FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 4 of 5 X. CERTIFICATIONS: 1. Does the submitted system comply with 15A NCAC 02T the MlnlmumtksieQCriteeria for the Pemtj0(nn of Pmnu Smtans and FMains (latest versio)and the Gravity Sewer. Minimum Design C_rilerl (1 t @tye�sigp]uapplicable) ® yes ❑ No If No, complete and submit the VmiancefAlternlive Design Request application (VADC 10-14) and supporting dacuseenla for review. Appal of the oast is rumored Prior to submittal of the Fast Track Amilleallon and sumeartho, documents. 2. Professional Engineer's CeMticatian: 6.__sal •. efw. to , _ what that this application for (profess nal En ineer's name from Appliciafluri Item 111,1.) has been reviewed by me and is eccumns, complete and consistent with the Information supplied in the plans, specifications, engineering calculations, and all othersupporting documeomdon to the but ofmy knowledge. I further attest that to the best of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers Qatut version), and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fnst-Treck Permitting of Pump Students and Force Mains (Infest vamioa). Although ether professionals may have developed certain portions of this submittal package, Inclusion of than materials under my signature and seal signifies that 1 havereviowed this material and havejudged It to be consistent with the proposed design. NOTE — In accordance with Gamest Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or cer"cation'in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may include a fine not accused $10,000, u well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.,1111 Itopr„ North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, add date: 3. Applicant's Certification per 15ANCAC 02T.0106(b): i"i:Nf"► ALA i�i p, lr.ii5j" (•e'Ls 1W) pnut that this application for (Sigualam Authority's nataa &fide testa Application Item l..) has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best army knowledge. I understand that if all required pans of this application arc, not completed and that if all required supporting documentation and attachments we not Included, this application package is subject to being remmed as incomplete. I understand that any discharge of wastewater from this non. discharge system to surface waters or the Ind will result in an immediate enforcement action that may Include civil penalties, injunctive relief, and/or criminal prosecutin. 1 will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a condition of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts cfthis application package are not completed and that if all required supporting intervention and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to me es incomplete. NOTE — In accordance with General Su mtes 11J3 21$,6A and -2 5.6D any person who knowingly makes my false statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may include a fine nut to exceed $111,000 us well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. Sign(� . 2O2G/a FORM: iS��y I State of North Carolina 1 ' O�) MAR 3 12020 Department of Environmental Quality 61 i�,i Division of Water Resources QualityRggp� J�4 .'J"Wr Division of Water acsourtes '.r::heville Reg ona Ce rSewer Extension Applicators (FTSE ] 0-] 8) Entity Requesting Allocation: _ City ofBrevard Project Name for which flow is being requested: Pisgah Drive Sewer Extension More than one FTSEmay be regnlred for a single pmjecrijlhe owner of the WIPTP is nor respanslbtefor all pump nations along rite role ofrheproposed wastewater flow: I. Complete this section only if you me the owner of the wastewater treatment plant. a W WTP Facility Name: Brevard W rn? In. WWTP Facility Permit#: NCO060534 All flows are in MGD c. W WTP facility's permitted flow 2.5 d. Estimated obligated flow not yet tributary to the W WTP 0.01546 e. W WTP facility's actual avg. flow 1,24824 E Total flow for this specific request 0.00144 g. Total actual and obligated flows to die facility 1.26514 h. Percent of permitted flow used 50.6% ' B. Complete this section for each pump station you are responsible for along the mute of this proposed wastewater flow. List pump stations located between the project connection point and the WWTP: (A) (a) (C) (D)=(9+C) (E)=(A-D) Design Obligated, Pump Pump Average Approx. Not Yet Total Current Slogan Station Firm Daily Flow-- Current Tributary Flow Plus (Name or Permit Capacity, • (Firm Ip0, Avg. Daily Daily Flow, Obligated Available Number) No. MOD MOD Flow, MOD MOD Flow Capacity". * The Firm Capacity (design flow) of any pump station is defined as tilt maximum pumped flow tint can be achieved with the largest pump taken out of service. ** Design Average Dully Flow is the firm capacity of the pump station divided by a pecking factor (pl) not less than 2.5, per Section 2.02(A)(4)(c) of the Minimum Design Criteria. *** A Planning Assessment Addendum shall be attached for each pump station located between the project connection point and the W WTP where the Avallable Capacity is < 0. Downstream Facility Name (Sewer): Brevard WWTP/Collection Downstream Penuit Number: NC0060534/WQCS00084 Page I of 6 FTSE 10-18 M. Certification Statement: I James Fadand, City Manager certify to the beat of my knowledge that the addition of the volume of wastewater to be permitted in this project has been evaluated along the route to the receiving wastewater treatment facility and that the flow from this project is not anticipated to cause any capacity related sanitary sewer overflows or overburden any downstream pump station en route to the receiving treatment plant under normal circumstances, given the implementation of the planned improvements identified in the planning assessment where applicable. This analysis has been performed in accordance with local established policies and procedures using the best available data. This certification applies to those items listed above in Sections I and 11 plus all attached planning assessment addendums for which I am the responsible party. Signature of this form certifies that the receiving collection system or trenant works has adequate capacity to transport and treat the proposed new wastewater. _f� Page 2 of 6 FTSE 10-18