NC0030325_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2016

Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Aubrey Deaver, President
A & D Water Service, Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28758
Dear Permittee:
RECEIVED
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N.C.Cept. of NR Ij
DEC 18 2015
Winston-Salem
Regional Office
December 02, 2015
PAT MCCRORY
Goremor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secrelmy
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Application No. NCO030325
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Ashe County
The Water Quality Permitting Section has received your permit renewal application on December
02, 2015. A member of the NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional
information is required to complete your permit renewal. Per G.S. 150B-3 your current permit does not
expire until permit decision on the application is made. Continuation of the current permit is contingent on
timely and sufficient application for renewal of the current permit. Please respond in a timely manner to
requests for additional information necessary to complete the permit application.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Wren
Thedford at 919-807-6304 or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W r2'vA' T kzd f-o VO '
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
Winston Salem Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
NPDES Unit
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 .
919-807-6300

EPPFP,
NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit CO030325
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
A & D Water Service, Inc.
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
P O Box 1407
Pisgah Forest
NC / 28768
[phone]
[phone]
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road NCSR 1131
City West Jefferson
State / Zip Code NC / 28694
County Ashe
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name
A & D Water Service, Inc
Mailing Address
P O Box 1407
City
Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code
NC / 28768
Telephone Number
[phone]
Fax Number
[phone]
e-mail Address
[e-mail]
1 of 3
RECEIVED
N.c.Dept. of ENR
DEC 1 8 2015
Winston-Salem
Regional Office
Form-D 11112

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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater.
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that applyr
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
X
Number of Homes 45
School
❑
Number of Students/ Staff
Other
❑
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Subdivision
Number of persons served: 100
5. Type of collection system
X Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes X No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW applicants: Provide a map shouring the exact location of each
outfallr
Buffalo Creek
S. Frequency of Discharge: X Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
Grit chamber, Aeration basin, Clarifier, Tablet feed chlorinator, Tablet dechlorination,
Post aeration, Flow meter, Sludge holding basin.
2 of 3 Form-D 11112

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
FP 7...rivately-owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MOD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design now 0.010 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.0047 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.0201 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes X No
12. Effluent Data
NEW APPLdCANTS: Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab
samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported,
report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
RENEWAL APPLICANTS: Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over
the past 36 months for parameters currently in uour permit. Mark other parameters "NIA".
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODs)
26
7.03
mg/L
Fecal Coliform
>600
4.33
100 ml
Total Suspended Solids
46
8.38
mg/L
Temperature (Summer)
22.5
14.8
C
Temperature (Winter)
C
pH
8.83
7.47
su
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
NCO030325
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Aubrey Deaver President
Printed name of Person Signing Title
k),v t), l 7,1)5,
of Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
3 of 3 Form-D 11/12

Smith, George
From: Smith, Jason M.
Sent: Friday, October 16, 2015 9:50 AM
To: Smith, George
Cc: Francies, Gary; Smith, Jason M.
Subject: #5339 Buffalo Meadows
Attachments: 10162015094040-DOC101615.pdf; 5339_NonCompliantSampleRegionalOffice_2015.doc
Hey George - attached are two letters for A&D Maintenance regarding Buffalo Meadows. The pdf is a letter that was
sent to Mr. Deaver and the letter that is a word file is a memo for you to notify you. You might want to make a note to
check the DMR when it comes in to make sure the results are flagged.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Jason Smith
Chemist II
WW/GW Laboratory Certification Branch
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality/Division of Water Resources
[phone]
[e-mail]
Water Sciences Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
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Sent: Friday, October 16, 2015 9:41 AM
To: Smith, Jason M. <[e-mail]>
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Smith, George
From:
Smith, Jason M.
Sent:
Monday, July 20, 2015 3:34 PM
To:
Smith, George
Cc:
Francies, Gary, Smith, Jason M.
Subject:
Appalachian State University WTP
Attachments:
07202015152120-D00072015.pdf
Hey George. Attached is a letter that I sent to Appalachian State University Water Treatment Plant regarding a Chloride
sample that was analyzed out of holding time. I'm not sure if it was ASU that caused the delay in getting it to the
contract lab, or the middle man lab (Water Quality Labs). But I thought I would let you know so that you can make sure
that the data is qualified as being out of hold when the DMR comes in.
Jason Smith
Chemist II
NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
O: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs Water Sciences Section — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
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Sent: Monday, July 20, 2015 3:21 PM
To: Smith, Jason M.
Subject: Send data from TOSHIBA456WEST 07/20/2015 15:21
Scanned from TOSHIBA456WEST
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
IcCrory
uovernor
July 20, 2015
Mr. Donald Lusk
Appalachian State University WTP
265 Dale Street
Boone, NC 28608
Subject: Non -Compliant Sample(s)
Dear Mr. Lusk:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
We have been notified that on June 29, 2015, Water Quality Labs submitted a sample on your
behalf for analysis of Chloride to Environmental Testing Solutions. At Water Quality Labs request
the sample was analyzed out of holding time. The sample was collected May 15, 2015 and
received by Environmental Testing Solutions on June 29, 2015. Chloride has a maximum holding
time of 28 days, which was exceeded. Additionally, the chain of custody was not fully filled out,
which could compromise the legal defensibility of the data.
Please be advised that under provisions of North Carolina Regulation, 15A NCAC .0805 (a) (7) (N),
any time a laboratory receives samples that do not meet sample collection, holding time, or
preservation requirements, the laboratory must notify the sample collector or client and secure
another sample if possible. If another sample cannot be secured, the original sample may be
analyzed but the results reported (on both the client report and the Discharge Monitoring Report or
other regulatory compliance report submitted to the state of North Carolina) must be qualified with
the nature of the infraction(s), and the laboratory must notify the State Laboratory about the
infraction(s). The notification must include a statement indicating corrective actions taken to
prevent the problem for future samples.
Failure to comply with these requirements may result in enforcement action.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. I can be contacted at [phone] if you have questions.
Sincerely,
Jason Smith, Chemist II
Division of Water Resources
cc: Gary Francies
Paul Isenhour
George Smith —Winston Salem Regional Office
Water Sciences Section
NC Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification Branch
1623 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1623
Location: 4405 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.dwulab.org
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Aubrey Deaver, President
A & D Water Service, Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28758
Dear Permittee:
RECEIVED
N.C.Dept. of ENR
DEC 18 2015
Winston-Salem
Regional Office
December 02, 2015
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Application No. NCO030325
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Ashe County
The Water Quality Permitting Section has received your permit renewal application on December
02, 2015. A member of the NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional
information is required to complete your permit renewal. Per G.S. 150B-3 your current permit does not
expire until permit decision on the application is made. Continuation of the current permit is contingent on
timely and sufficient application for renewal of the current permit. Please respond in a timely manner to
requests for additional information necessary to complete the permit application.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Wren
Thedford at 919-807-6304 or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W re.N. Tkzdf ord,
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
Winston Salem Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
NPDES Unit
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-807-6300

Smith, George
From: Francies, Gary
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2015 10:30 AM
To: Butch Howell; [e-mail]
Cc: Basinger, Corey; Smith, George; Reid, Dianne; Satterwhite, Dana; Smith, Jason M.
Subject: RE: #5339 A&D Maintenance - Buffalo Meadows Inspection Report
Aubrey
I wanted to follow up with you on the inspection report for Buffalo Meadows. From talking with Butch during the
inspection, I know you had questions regarding the proper meter that the Division requires for Total Residual Chlorine
compliance monitoring. I realize you purchased that Hach Pocket Colorimeter II in good faith thinking it would meet the
requirements. I tried to explain it in the report and attached the relevant letters, but I wanted to offer to you that if you
wanted to get together to discuss in person I would be glad to do that. Just let me know if you would like to.
Thanks
Gary
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Gary Francies
Technical Assistance/Compliance Specialist
NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
O: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
Water Sciences Section —Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
From: Francies, Gary
Sent: Tuesday, April 07, 2015 11:01 AM
To: Butch Howell; [e-mail]
Cc: Basinger, Corey; Smith, George; Reid, Dianne; Satterwhite, Dana; Smith, Jason M.
Subject: RE: #5339 A&D Maintenance - Buffalo Meadows Inspection Report
Butch/Aubrey

Based upon the information provided to us during the inspection, I believe Butch has corrected and replied to all the
Findings that he can. There are 3 Findings left in the report regarding Total Residual Chlorine that Aubrey will need to
address in writing with implementation dates. That response is due by May 15, 2015.
If you have any questions do not hesitate to follow up.
Thanks
Gary
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Gary Francies
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NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
O: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
Water Sciences Section —Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
From: Butch Howell [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday, April 07, 2015 8:58 AM
To: Francies, Gary; admaint(a)comporium.net
Cc: Basinger, Corey; Smith, George; Reid, Dianne; Satterwhite, Dana; Smith, Jason M.
Subject: RE: #5339 A&D Maintenance - Buffalo Meadows Inspection Report
All,
I have been on vacation (stay -cation) and just received this. Please be advised that if there is ANYTHING that I have not
addressed to your absolute satisfaction, please let me know. Thanks in advance....
-butch
From: Francies, Gary [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, April 02, 2015 3:13 PM
To: Butch Howell; [e-mail]
Cc: Basinger, Corey; Smith, George; Reid, Dianne; Satterwhite, Dana; Smith, Jason M.
Subject: #5339 A&D Maintenance - Buffalo Meadows Inspection Report
Aubrey/Butch

I wanted to make sure both of you received a copy of the inspection report of the Buffalo Meadows facility under A &D
Maintenance's lab certification. It and the inspection report cover letter are attached. I have also attached some
relevant documents:
The Division memos regarding Total Residual Chlorine monitoring requirements, the Quality Control policy document for
Field Labs, and the Approved Procedure documents for all parameters that A & D Maintenance currently holds
certification for. A hard copy will also be mailed to A & D Maintenance.
If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask
Thanks
Gary
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NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
O: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
Water Sciences Section — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http:/Iportal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
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PSmith, George
From:
Francies, Gary
Sent:
Tuesday, March 03, 2015 8:36 AM
To:
Smith, George
Cc:
Basinger, Corey
Subject:
RE: Buffalo Meadows TRC monitoring
Butch had indicated to me he did not think he would show up for the inspection but I wanted to give him a chance -
based on your comment I will not wait long — will try to schedule for next week if possible
Thanks for the heads up
Gary
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Gary Francies
Technical Assistance/Compliance Specialist
NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
O: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
Water Sciences Section — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
From: Smith, George
Sent: Tuesday, March 03, 2015 8:32 AM
To: Francies, Gary
Cc: Basinger, Corey
Subject: RE: Buffalo Meadows TRC monitoring
Thank you Gary,
We understand. Mr. Deaver has not responded to us.
George
George Smith

email: [e-mail]
Division of Water Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Direct phone: [phone]
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From: Francies, Gary
Sent: Tuesday, March 03, 2015 7:47 AM
To: Smith, George
Cc: Basinger, Corey
Subject: RE: Buffalo Meadows TRC monitoring
George
Between all the lost time of work due to the weather the last couple of weeks and Aubrey Deaver not returning my
phone message I have not been able to schedule the inspection yet — I called again today. If he does not return my call in
the next couple of days my intention is to go ahead and schedule with Butch Howell ( I have talked to him) and just leave
a message for Aubrey to let him know when inspection is. I really would like for him to be there — after all he is the
owner of the company we are inspecting — A&D Maintenance — that is whom Butch is working for. Of course he is also
the permitee holder of Buffalo Meadows. I apologize for the delay — it has been frustrating to me
Gary
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Gary Francies
Technical Assistance/Compliance Specialist
NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
O: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
Water Sciences Section — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
From: Smith, George
Sent: Monday, March 02, 2015 2:05 PM
To: Francies, Gary

c: Basinger, Corey
Subject: Buffalo Meadows TRC monitoring
Gary,
Corey has initialed enforcement for August, September 2014 DMRs for reporting TRC <100 ug/L.
We are hoping that your inspection/ findings support the enforcement package, and continuing penalties upcoming.
George
George Smith
email: [e-mail]
Division of Water Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Direct phone: [phone]
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Smith, George
From:
Francies, Gary
Sent:
Tuesday, March 03, 2015 7:47 AM
To:
Smith, George
Cc:
Basinger, Corey
Subject:
RE: Buffalo Meadows TRC monitoring
George
Between all the lost time of work due to the weather the last couple of weeks and Aubrey Deaver not returning my
phone message I have not been able to schedule the inspection yet — I called again today. If he does not return my call in
the next couple of days my intention is to go ahead and schedule with Butch Howell ( I have talked to him) and just leave
a message for Aubrey to let him know when inspection is. I really would like for him to be there — after all he is the
owner of the company we are inspecting — A&D Maintenance — that is whom Butch is working for. Of course he is also
the permitee holder of Buffalo Meadows. I apologize for the delay — it has been frustrating to me
Gary
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Technical Assistance/Compliance Specialist
NC WW/GW Laboratory Certification
0: [phone]
F: [phone]
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Programs
Water Sciences Section —Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
http://Portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert
From: Smith, George
Sent: Monday, March 02, 2015 2:05 PM
To: Francies, Gary
Cc: Basinger, Corey
Subject: Buffalo Meadows TRC monitoring
Gary,
Corey has initialed enforcement for August, September 2014 DMRs for reporting TRC <100 ug/L.

We are hoping that your inspection/ findings support the enforcement package, and continuing penalties upcoming.
George
George Smith
email: [e-mail]
Division of Water Resources
450 West Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
Direct phone: [phone]
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disclosed to third parties.

Smith, George
From: Smith, George
Sent: Tuesday, October 14, 2014 3:11 PM
To: 'longshot'
Subject: RE: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Ok, I got it.
George Smith
New email: [e-mail]
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
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From: longshot [mai Ito: longshotOdIskybest.com]
Sent: Tuesday, October 14, 2014 3:09 PM
To: Smith, George
Cc: [e-mail]
Subject: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
I was unable to complete the weekly sampling this morning because the outfall was under water. With the deluge we
are experiencing now, my guess is the WWTP is flooded by now.
Just a heads up.
-butch

P
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
a
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 30, 2014
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NOV-2014-LV-0292
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of March 2014 revealed the following limit
violation(s):
Parameter
TSS
Monthly Average Violation(s)
Permit Limit
30 mg/L
Reported Value
34 mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance
problem(s). Please be aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement
action by this Division with the possible assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per
violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Division of Water Resources
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
585 Waughtown Street„ North Carolina 27360
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet:: www.ncwaterouality.org
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Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit Action
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 30, 2014
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NOV-2014-LV-0293
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of December 2013 revealed the following limit
violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter
Date
Permit Limit
Reported Value
Units
Fecal Coliform
12/23
400
> 600
#/100 mL
TSS
12/22
45
46
mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance
problem(s). Please be aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement
action by this Division with the possible assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per
violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Division of Water Resources
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
585 Waughtown Street„ North Carolina 27360
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet:: www.ncwaterauality.oro
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Smith, George
From: longshot < [e-mail] >
Sent: Monday, May 19, 2014 3:26 PM
To: Smith, George
Cc: [e-mail]
Subject: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
George,
I am pleased to report that as of 1800 hrs 16 May 2014, the Buffalo Meadows WWTP was back up and running. I find no
evidence of any adverse impact to the facility, grounds, or receiving stream.
-butch

Smith, George
From: Smith, George
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2014 7:36 AM
To: 'longshot'
Cc: Basinger, Corey
Subject: RE: flooding at Buffalo Meadows WWTF
Hang in there Butch !
Appreciate the notice.
George Smith
New email: [e-mail]
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
From: longshot [mailto:longshot ftbest.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 15, 2014 7:33 AM
To: Smith, George
Cc: [e-mail]
Subject: flooding at Buffalo Meadows WWTF
The wastewater treatment facility for Buffalo Meadows is experiencing flood conditions. The level of Little Buffalo Creek
has risen to the point that water has backed up and flooding the facility. While I don't expect the water level to get high
enough to endanger the blower motors and electrical control panel, the power to the facility was cut off.
This condition was noted at 0630 hrs. this morning, 15 May 2014.
-butch

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 2, 2014
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection (CEI)
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
On May 30, 2014 George Smith performed a Compliance Evaluation Inspection. Mr. Gale D. Howell,
ORC, Grade IV, was present for the inspection. The inspection is comprised of an overall evaluation in
order to document compliance and noncompliance of. facilities equipment, capability to meet effluent
limits, and terms & conditions with the NPDES permit.
Permit
Your permit became effective April 1, 2011 and expires on March 31, 2016.
Records & Reports
Mr. Howell maintains a daily log that appears to be in good order. The log shows visitation times, process
controls (settleability, alkalinity, residual chlorine before dechlorination), and documents plant
observations.
Laboratory results and chain -of -custody forms are kept on file.
Facility Site Review
The aeration basin had a good gentle rolling action, approximately 5% of the surface was covered with
tan foam. There was no odor. The # 1 motor (5 horsepower) was not working. A new motor is ordered.
The clarifier effluent was clear. The clarifier was covered with floating solids.
The tablet chlorinator used four (4) tubes with Norweco tablets, and appeared to be working properly.
The tablet de -chlorinator used four (4) tubes with Norweco (85% NaSOA and appeared to be working
properly.
585 Waughtown Street„ North Carolina 27360
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet:: www.nmateraualitv.orp
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Compliance Evaluation Inspection
June 2, 2014
Page 2 of 3
The housekeeping of the grounds outside the fence is considered to be very good.
The March 2014 DMR shows effluent pH ranged from 7.44 to 8.83 for the first twelve days of the month
of March. Since, there is no I &I problems at this plant, it appears the plant received a slug load
containing high pH chemicals. As discussed during the inspection, a partial list of the following chemical
are used in Meth Labs: Acetone, Rubbing Alcohol, Toluene (brake cleaner), Anhydrous Ammonia, (farm
fertilizer), Lye, Red Phosphorus (matches/road flares), Trichloroethane (gun scrubber).
Flow Measurement
Instantaneous flow is measured with a 22%2° V-notch weir. The height of the water in the weir is
measured in inches, and it is converted to flow (MGD) by reading an Isco flow table. An ultrasonic device
was installed that gives a direct flow reading. The flow was calibrated and documented on May 29, 2014
by Butch Howell.
The instantaneous flow at the time of the inspection measured with an Isco 4210 and ultrasonic sensor
was 1.6 gpm (0.0023 MGD).
Laboratory
Field certification for pH, total residual chlorine, temperature was issued Mr. Tom Kilpatrick for Buffalo
Meadows (lab #5037).
Mr. Howell performs pH, total residual chlorine, temperature; and these tests are recorded on the daily
monitoring report.
The total residual chlorine is performed with a Hach DR2400 spectrophotometer using the DPD
colorimetric method with a flow cell. The annual 5-point calibration was performed on February 25,
2014.
A Hach pH meter is used. A 4 and 10 buffer calibration is performed and a check at 7.0 SU. The
calibration records are well documented.
The temperature is recorded against a NIST traceable thermometer.
Effluent/Receiving Waters
At the time of the inspection the discharge to Buffalo Creek, Class C-trout waters were clear with no
foam or solids. The receiving waters did not appear to be impacted.
Operations & Maintenance
Mr. Butch Howell, Grade IV is the current ORC. The back-up operator is Mr. Tim Church, Grade IV.
Mr. Howell indicated that the influent tank acts as an oil & grease trap and collects solids, which is
pumped approximately once every six months.

Compliance Evaluation Inspection
June 2, 2014
Page 3 of 3
Mr. Howell indicated that the plant is not experiencing inflow & infiltration (I & I) problems.
Mr. Howell uses Settleability (-50%) and the observed thickness of the Return Activated Sludge (RAS)
as process control to operate the plant.
This plant appears to be very labor intensive to operate, in order to maintain compliance.
Self -Monitoring Program
A review of the monthly self -monitoring reports from July 2013 through March 2014 did reveal the
following limit violation:
Parameter Date Type
Flow July 2013 Monthly Average
Sludge Handling Disposal
Permit Limit DMR
0.010 MGD 0.0156 MGD
Sludge is removed from the plant by contracting Myers Septic Service.
Conclusion
During the inspection last year this office has some concern that the plant is very labor intensive to
operate at optimum efficiency.
Mr. Howell continues to operate this plant and provide excellent technical knowledge.
The compliance evaluation inspection is satisfactory. If you have any questions please contact George
Smith or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Division of Water Resources
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
NPDES Unit — Charles Weaver
WSRO Files

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Complonnne In.-gpipetonn Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2! 5 1 31 NCO030325 111 121 14/05/30 117 18I C I 19I S I 201 I
Remarks
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA —--------- -------------- Reserved ----------- ---------
67I 169 70I 3 I 71 I N I 72) N I 73 W 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
08:45 AM 14/05/30
11/04/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Buffalo Meadows Subdivision
West Jefferson NC 28694
10:15 AM 14/05/30
16/03/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
///
Gale Dean Howell/ORC/336-384-6917/
Name, Address of Responsible Officialffitle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Thomas W Kilpatrick,PO Box 679 Etowah NC 287290679/Administrator/828-890-4810/ Contato
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Georges S�Smith WSRO WQ//336-771-5000/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

Permit: NCO030325 Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations $ Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ n n n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ n n n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? n ❑ ■
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ n n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? n ■ n 111
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ n n n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ n ❑ n
Comment:
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
In
n
n
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
n
n
n
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
n
n
n
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
00
n
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
n
n
n
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
n
n
■
n
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
n
n
■
n
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■
Ll
n
n
Page # 3

Permit: NCO030325 Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows WVVTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2014 Inspection Type:
Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
■
n
n
n
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
■
n
n
n
Is the flow meter operational?
■
n
n
n
(if units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
❑
■
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n
n
■
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
■
n
n
n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n
n
■
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
n
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
4
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes No
NA
NE
Page # 4

Permit: NC0030325
Inspection Date: 05/30/2014
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows vW TP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Page # 5

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
November 5, 2013
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
A review of the July 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) revealed a monthly average limit
violation of the following parameter(s) at Outfall 001:
Parameter
Permit Limit
DMR Value
Flow
1 0.010 MGD
0.0156 MGD
Remedial actions should be taken to correct the cause(s) of this violation. The violations described above
should be abated immediately and properly resolved.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact George Smith at (336)
771-4968, [e-mail], or myself at [phone], [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W. Corey ,Basinger
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Division of Water Resources
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO File Copy
585 Waughtown Street„ North Carolina 27360
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet:: www.ncwaterquality.orq
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: &L4 l'iei��s Permit/Pipe No.: AlC00.3032z Month/Year 41W3
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
.w c4fLo rGD D, 0 iS� -6 T
Weekly/Daily Violations
Date Parameter Permit Limitrr DMR Value % Over Limit
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations .
Other Violations a
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Completed by: Date: ll `y 113
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Supervisor Signoff:- Date: Q 3

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
September 10, 2013
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
A review of the June 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) revealed a monthly average limit
violation of the following parameter(s) at Outfall 001:
Parameter
Permit Limit
E DMR Value
Flow
0.01 MGD
1 0.0124 MGD
Remedial actions should be taken to correct the cause(s) of this violation. The violations described above
should be abated immediately and properly resolved.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact George Smith at (336)
771-4968, [e-mail], or myself at [phone], [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Division of Water Resources
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO File Copy
585 Waughtown Street„ North Carolina 27360
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet:: www.newaterauality.orp
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: Permit/Pipe No.: NC-0 0 3QU,L Monav-Year � C'13
Parameter
Monthly Average Violations
Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
010 M6-p 0101)-Y a,Y
Weekly/DaiIy Violations
Date Parameter Permit Limitf�vne DMR Value
Date
% Over Limit
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations .
��r inleirvzia
Parameter
Completed by: Date: Y 1 ? / /,
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Sianoff. — Date: _9Ae7w
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IPV
Pat McCrory
Governor
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Director Secretary
August 26, 2013
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
A review of the May 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) revealed a monitoring violation of the
following parameter(s) at Outfall 001:
Parameter
Date
Permit Limit
DMR Value
TSS
May 8
1 45 mg/L
46
Remedial actions should be taken to correct the cause(s) of this violation. The violations described above
should be abated immediately and properly resolved.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact George Smith at (336)
771-4968, [e-mail], or myself at [phone], [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO File Copy
585 Waughtown Street„ North Carolina 27360
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet:: www.ncwaterauality.ora
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: BL4-fa /o netL s Permit/Pipe No.: _lV C 00 3012SMonth/Year -` -v--),t?/`3
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly Gail 'Violations
Date Parameter Permit Limit/Type DNS Value % Over Limit
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
Completed by: LC�f' IL:2� Date: f 2l.3
Regional Water Quality 2G�
Supervisor SiQnoff: Date:

PV
Pat McCrory
Governor
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Acting Director Secretary
July 25, 2013
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
A review of the April 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) revealed a monitoring violation of the following
parameter(s) at Outfall 001:
Parameter
I Date
Permit Frequency
Values Reported
# of Violations
Total Residual Chlorine
I April 6
2 x week
1
1
Remedial actions should be taken to correct the cause(s) of this violation. The violations described above should be
abated immediately and properly resolved.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact George Smith at [phone],
[e-mail], or myself at [phone], [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: WSRO File Copy
North Carolina Division of Water Quality Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.ora
NorthCarolina
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: Oa-fLf o MtJows Permit/Pipe No.: NC 0a303a.s- Month/Year 'r' 2013
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value
Weekly/DaiIy Violations
% Over Limit
Date Parameter Permit Limit/T'DMR Value % Over Limit
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations .
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Other Violations
Completed by: Date: 7 l a S- 11,_
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Sisnoff: Date:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P. E. John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
June 3, 2013
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection (CEI)
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
On May 31, 2013 George Smith performed a Compliance Evaluation Inspection. Mr. Gale D. Howell, ORC, Grade IV,
was present for the inspection. The inspection is comprised of an overall evaluation in order to document compliance and
noncompliance of. facilities equipment, capability to meet effluent limits, and terms & conditions with the NPDES permit.
Permit
Your permit became effective April 1, 2011 and expires on March 31, 2016.
Records & Reports
Mr. Howell maintains a daily log that appears to be in good order. The log shows visitation times, process controls
(settleability, alkalinity, residual chlorine before dechlorination), and documents plant observations.
Laboratory results and chain -of -custody forms are kept on file.
Facility Site Review
The aeration basin had a good gentle rolling action. There was no odor. There were two new 7 % horsepower pumps and
blowers installed.
The clarifier effluent was clear with no solids over the weir.
The tablet chlorinator used four (4) tubes with Norweco tablets, and appeared to be working properly.
The tablet de -chlorinator used four (4) tubes with Norweco (85% NaSOA and appeared to be working properly.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: 336-771A630
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org
Nne
orthCarolina
Nahmallty
An Equal Opportunity l Affirmative Action Employer

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June 3, 2013
Page 2 of 3
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The housekeeping of the facility and grounds is considered to be very good, which is a great improvement from last year.
Flow Measurement
Instantaneous flow is measured with a 22% V-notch weir. The height of the water in the weir is measured in inches, and
it is converted to flow (MGD) by reading an Isco flow table. An ultrasonic device was installed that gives a direct flow
reading. Per the permit only instantaneous flow is required. Flow was calibrated by Horizon Engineering on March 5,
2013.
Laboratory
Field certification for pH, total residual chlorine, temperature was issued Mr. Tom Kilpatrick for Buffalo Meadows (lab
#5037).
Mr. Howell performs pH, total residual chlorine, temperature; and these tests are recorded on the daily monitoring report.
The total residual chlorine is performed with a Hach DR2400 spectrophotometer using the DPD colorimetric method with
a flow cell. The annual 5-point calibration was performed.
The temperature is recorded against a MST traceable thermometer.
Effluent/Receiving Waters
At the time of the inspection the discharge to Buffalo Creek, Class C-trout waters was clear with no foam or solids. The
receiving waters did not appear to be impacted.
Operations & Maintenance
Mr. Butch Howell, Grade IV is the current ORC. The back-up operator is Mr. Tim Church.
Mr. Howell indicated that the influent tank acts as an oil & grease trap and collects solids, which is pumped
approximately once every six months.
Mr. Howell indicated that the plant is not experiencing and inflow & infiltration (I & I) problems.
The aeration basin had a good gentle rolling action. The diffusers were replaced, which allowed for a higher mixed liquor,
thereby, giving better treatment. This also reduces the amount of time needed to operate and maintain the plant in order to
meet the permit limits.
Mr. Howell uses Settleability (-40%) and the observed thickness of the Return Activated Sludge (RAS) as process control
to operate the plant.

V
2013
of 3
Self -Monitoring Program
A review of the monthly self -monitoring reports from April 2012 through January 2013 did reveal the following limit
violations:
Fecal April 3, 2012 Daily Maximum 900 #/100mL
Fecal January 8, 2013 Daily Maximum > 600 #/100mL
Sludge Handling Disposal
Sludge is removed from the plant by contracting Myers Septic Service.
11 To 1 IT i1
During the inspection last year this office has some concern that the plant is very labor intensive to operate at optimum
efficiency. The addition of new blowers and repaired diffusers appears to have made a remarkable difference.
Mr. Howell continues to operate this plant and provide excellent technical knowledge.
The compliance evaluation inspection is satisfactory. If you have any questions please contact George Smith or me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
NPDES Unit — Charles Weaver
WSRO Files

rr
United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 NI 2 15 I 3 I NCO030325 111 121 13/05/31 17 181 r( 19I S I 20
!-
Remarks
211IIIII111111IIIIIIIIII11I111111111IIIIII11111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -------------------------Reserved---------- ----
67I 169 70131 71 NI 72I N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
t_L�
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
08:30 AM 13/05/31
11/04/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Buffalo Meadows Subdivision
West Jefferson NC 28694
10:05 AM 13/05/31
16/03/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Gale Dean Howell/ORC/336-384-6917/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Contato
Thomas W Kilpatrick,PO Box 679 Etowah NC 287290679/Administrator/828-890-4810/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated).
Permit 0 Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program E Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
George S Smith WSRO WQ//336-771-5000/
3,=�3
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

Permit: NCO030325 Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/31/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes
No NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
❑ ❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
■ ❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
n n
n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n n
❑
Comment:
Record Keeping
Yes
No NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
❑
❑ ❑
■
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
❑ ❑
Cl
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n n
n
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n n
n
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Page # 3

Permit: NCO030325 Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/31/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
Q
0
O
■
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
■
n
n
n
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
■
Q
n
n
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
n
❑
■
n
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
■
n
n
n
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
■
❑
n
n
Is the flow meter operational?
■
D
n
n
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
El
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
n
■
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
❑
0
Q
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
❑
0
Q
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
Q
n
Q
■
Comment: Basin had a good brown color and not septic.
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
4
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
n
n
n
■
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
■
n
n
n
Page # 4

Permit: NCO030325
Inspection Date: 05/31/2013
Disinfection -Tablet
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows VW TP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
11
Yes No NA NE
0110E
Yes No NA NE
Tablet
■000
❑❑■0
00■0
■000
■ 0 0 0
4
Page # 5

Smith, George
From:
Smith, George
Sent:
Monday, May 06, 2013 9:00 AM
To:
'Butch Howell'
Cc:
[e-mail]
Subject:
RE: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Butch, Thank you for the notification. I will file this.
George
George Smith
New email: [e-mail]
NC DENR Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem, NC 27107
Voice: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties.
From: Butch Howell [maiIto: [e-mail]]
Sent: Monday, May 06, 2013 8:52 AM
To: Smith, George
Cc: [e-mail]
Subject: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Please be advised that the Buffalo Meadows WWTP is currently experiencing flooding conditions. At this writing, the
WWPT is not under water but the receiving stream has risen enough to raise the level of the aeration basins and clarifier
enough to make conventional treatment impossible. To mitigate the loss of solids in the WWTP and impact to the
receiving stream, the blowers have been turned off. In effect, this will allow the solids under aeration to settle,
hopefully to be able to regain full treatment as the water level lowers.
-butch

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for:
Report Date: 07/11/12 Page: 1 of 1
Permit: ncO"
MRs Between: 4-2012 and
4-2i: Region: %
Violation Category:
Program Category: %
Facility Name: %
Param Name: "�o
County: %
Subbasin:
Violation Action: %
Major Minor: %
PERMIT: NCO030325
FACILITY: Veolia Water North America Operating Services -
COUNTY: Ashe
REGION: Winston-Salem
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI
LOCATION PARAMETER DATE
FREQUENCY MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
04 -2012 001
Effluent Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC 04/03/12
Weekly #/100ml
400 900 125
Daily Maximum Exceeded None
Broth,44.5C

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P. E.
Governor Director
April 24, 2013
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NOV-2013-LV-0264
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of January 2013 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter
Date
Permit Limit
Reported Value
Units
Fecal Coliform
1/8
400
> 600
#/100 mL
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwateroualitv.oro
NorthCarolina
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An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
j"je�� Permit/PipeNo.: NCoo30915 Month/Year
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Facility; Flo us
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weeklyk—a-i501iolations
Date Parameter Permit Lin itlTvpe DMR Value % Over Limit
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequencv Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
Completed by: �� �� r -�� Date:
Regional Water Quality - Za Zo
Supervisor Sianoff: Date:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P. E.
Governor Director
July 19, 2012
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of April 2012 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value Units
Fecal Coliform 4/3 400 900 #/100 mL
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely, -r-
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
NorthCarolina
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P. E.
,Governor Director
June 12, 2012
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection (CEI)
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
On June 6, 2012 George Smith performed a Compliance Evaluation Inspection. Mr. Gale D. Howell, ORC, Grade IV, was
present for the inspection. The inspection is comprised of an overall evaluation in order to document compliance and
noncompliance of: facilities equipment, capability to meet effluent limits, and terms & conditions with the NPDES permit.
Permit
Your permit became effective April 1, 2011 and expires on March 31, 2016.
Records & Reports
Mr. Howell maintains a daily log that appears to be in good order. The log shows visitation times, process controls
(settleability, alkalinity, residual chlorine before dechlorination), and documents plant observations.
Laboratory results and chain -of -custody forms are kept on file.
The 2011 Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance Report was received in this office on March 12, 2012. You
are compliant with this reporting requirement.
Facility Site Review
Upon arrival the blower motor tripped off and there was no aeration or activated return operating. The aeration basin was
slightly dark brown and had a slight septic odor. The other blower motor was being repaired.
The blower motor was reset and the aeration basins operated with a good rolling aeration on the surface.
The clarifier had a slightly dark color and slight septic odor. The plant recovered well in about 30 minutes and the blower
did not trip off again.
The tablet chlorinator used four (4) tubes with Norweco tablets, and appeared to be working properly.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
One
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An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

CEI
June 12, 2012
Page 2 of 3
The tablet de -chlorinator used four (4) tubes with Norweco (85% NaSOA and appeared to be working properly.
11
The housekeeping inside the fence showed a lot of discarded plumbing fixtures and other types of debris. This reflects
poorly on plant operations. As you know public perception has no knowledge of plant operations. They would take
pictures and judge compliance solely on appearance. It is recommended that the housekeeping be better managed.
Flow Measurement
Instantaneous flow is measured with a 22'/2° V-notch weir. The height of the water in the weir is measured in inches, and
it is converted to flow (MGD) by reading an Isco flow table. An ultrasonic device was installed that gives a direct flow
reading. Per the permit only instantaneous flow is required.
Laboratory
Field certification for pH, total residual chlorine, temperature was issued Mr. Tom Kilpatrick for Buffalo Meadows (lab
#5037).
Mr. Howell performs pH, total residual chlorine, temperature; and these tests are recorded on the daily monitoring report.
The total residual chlorine is performed with a Hach DR2400 spectrophotometer using the DPD colorimetric method with
a flow cell. The annual 5-point calibration was performed.
The temperature is recorded against a NIST traceable thermometer.
Effluent/Receiving Waters
At the time of the inspection the discharge to Buffalo Creek, Class C-trout waters was clear with no foam or solids. The
receiving waters did not appear to be impacted.
Operations & Maintenance
Mr. Butch Howell, Grade IV is the current ORC. The back-up operator is Mr. Tim Church.
Mr. Howell indicated that the influent tank acts as an oil & grease trap and collects solids, which is pumped
approximately once every six months.
Mr. Howell indicated that the plant is not experiencing and inflow & infiltration (I & I) problems.
There were small bubbles rising to the surface in the clarifier and the chlorine contact tank, indicating denitrification is
occurring.
Mr. Howell uses Settleability and the observed thickness of the return activated sludge (RAS) as process controls used to
operate the plant.

VCEI, 2012
Page 3 of 3
Self -Monitoring Program
A review of the monthly self -monitoring reports from April 2011 through February 2012 did reveal the following limit
violations that can be traced to operations & maintenance:
TSS April 5, 2011
Daily Maximum
49 mg/L
BOD May 2011
Monthly Average
32.4 mg/L
BOD May 30, 2011
Daily Maximum
58 mg/L
BOD June 27, 2011
Fecal January 10, 2012
Sludge Handling Disposal
Daily Maximum
Daily Maximum
54 mg/L
2700 #/100mL
Sludge is removed from the plant by contracting Myers Septic Service.
Conclusion
During the inspection last year this office has some concern about the high clarifier blanket. Any solids discharge from the
clarifier will be collected in the chlorine contact basin. This demonstrates that the plant is very labor intensive to operate
at optimum efficiency.
A review of past data reveals that limit violations over the last year can be traced to plant operations or possibly a plant in
need of repair. This office will consider present and future violations for enforcement actions. Mr. Howell continues to
operate this labor intensive plant and provide excellent technical knowledge.
The compliance evaluation inspection is satisfactory, but it is of the opinion of this office that the plant requires higher
than normal operation & maintenance activities. If you have any questions please contact George Smith or me at (336)
771-5000.
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
NPDES Unit— Charles Weaver
WSRO Files

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
E r^ A Washington, D.C. 20460 H
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2 15 I 31 NCO030325 111 121 12/06/06 117 181 C I 19I S I 20I I
Remarks
211111111111111.111111111111111 I III IIII IIII IIII I I 1 61
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 CIA --------------------------- Reserved ---------------------
67 I 169 70131 711 N I 721 N I 73' � 174 751 ( I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
09:15 AM 12/06/06
11/04/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Buffalo Meadows Subdivision
West Jefferson NC 28694
10:30 AM 12/06/06
16/03/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Gale Dean Howell/ORC/336-384-6917/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Thomas W Kilpatrick,PO Box 679 Etowah NC 287290679/Administrator/828-890-4810/ No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
George S Smith WSRO WQ//336-771-5000/
Q�-d
Signature Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
�ooffjManagement
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

Permit: NCO030325
Inspection Date: 06/06/2012
Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
11
Record Keeping
Yes
No NA
NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
■
n ❑
n
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No NA
NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
■
n n
n
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
■
n n
n
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
n
n ■
Q
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
n
■ n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
n
n ■
n
Are weirs level?
❑
n n
■
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
n n
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
n
n n
■
Is scum removal adequate?
■
❑ ❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
n !
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
n
n ■
n
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
n
n ■
n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
n n
n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/< of the sidewall depth)
❑
Q Q
■
Comment: The blower motor tripped off and the plant was not at optimal condition.
Aeration Basins
Yes
No NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
❑ ■
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
❑
n n
■
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n n
■
Page # 4

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Permit: NC0030325
Inspection Date: 06/06/2012
Owner - Facility: Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes No
NA
NE
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
n n
n
■
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n ❑
■
n
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
n n
■
a
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■ n
n
n
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
■ n
013
Number of tubes in use?
4
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
Page # 5

Smith, George
From: longshot [[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, June 07, 2012 11:25 AM
To: Smith, George
Subject: FW: update and questions
George,
FYI.
-butch
From: longshot [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, June 07, 2012 11:24 AM
To: Tom Kilpatrick ([e-mail])
Subject: update and questions
Tom,
Yesterday, our annual compliance evaluation for Buffalo Meadows revealed a couple of items worth mentioning before
the formal results are mailed. Issues of concern are:
-general housekeeping. Naturally, that falls directly to me and will be corrected. The very junk of your concern is now a
concern of NCDENR and will be corrected.
-George Smith, NCDENR, talked quite sternly to me regarding our violations of in the past year. BOD/TSS, and Fecal
Coliform. He pressed very hard for quantifiable changes to rectify these violations and stated that future violations
would result in him recommending $$$ associated with each. Of particular note was our repeated reporting of high NH-
3 numbers. While not in violation of permit limitations (we have none) it was an area of his concern and in that it
demonstrates a problem with either nitrification in the aeration basin or a denitrification problem in the downstream
tanks (old concrete tank and the c12 chamber or both). I'm certainly inclined to agree.
To correct this problem, my recommendation In the short term is to pump the downstream tanks whenever we note an
increase in BOD/TSS, or NH-3 concentrations. (allowing of course some latitude in NH-3 increases due to colder weather
or possible over WAS events). This, of course, is going to cost more in pumping and disposal costs.
Long term, well..... almost endless possibilities. None of which are attractive from a cost perspective. I have considered
transitioning the concrete tank where the old building stood into another c12 chamber whereby during times of cleaning,
supernatant could be withdrawn and only thickened solids removed by the pumper truck. Just and idea......
Clearly, any decision will involve an expenditure, and will be dependent upon your wishes. Just let me know what, if
any, corrective action course you wish that I take.
I am still fighting motor/blower issues. As fate would have it, the 5hp motor/blower was inop when George Smith
inspected. The motor was tripped at the control panel, and from the slight septic odor, had probably been so since late
the evening prior. While making my checks the day before the inspection, I had found the motor off in similar fashion
and reset it. As of this morning, the motor had not tripped again. I am at a loss as to why we continue to have electric
motor issues of the magnitude we do.
I have been exploring replacement options on the 7.5hp motor that failed last month. If you recall, the 7.5 hp motor
AND the spare would not run. Both of these motors were sent to the motor rewind shop for examination/repair. Both
had winding shorts, indicating that either one or both must be rewound (not recommended, but an option) or replaced.
The findings on this are listed below and again will depend on how much money we want to throw at it. I recommend
the slightly more expensive option of changing this 7.5 hp motor to an identical configuration as the 5 hp motor for ease
1

of interchangeability and lower motor replacement cost later. The 7.5 hp motor/blower configuration, in my opinion, is
overkill.
7.5 hp motor options/costs
Rewind present motor(s) - $550.00 ea.
China motor replacement - $552.90 + $100.00 freight = $600.00 each
Baldor brand replacement motor - — $925.00
5 hp motor options/costs to replace the above 7.5 hp configuration
Conversion base (7.5 hp motor frame to 5 hp motor frame direct fit) _ $70.00
China motor = $405.00 + $100.00 freight = $505.00
Baldor brand motor =—$800.00
New heaters for starter—$30.00
Estimated total for 7.5 hp to 5 hp conversion =—$605.00
This is assuming no sheaves or belts will be needed for either application.
Please advise to which/any actions you wish I take.
-butch

Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DAZR Review Record
Facility: ,'o Ey-%o NUJpW�- Permit/PipeNo.: NL0030325 Month/Year 201z
Parameter
Monthly Average Violations
Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly/Daily Violations
Date Parameter Permit Limit,7v e DMR Value % Over Limit
2 F�ca.1 �loo 9-,/ DU l2S
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations y-
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.✓/i P.V v—i� ,�, .rv�a� ✓ a /1 101 a C %t ea d Zyr!•C. �1011
Completed by: L&�w,
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Signoff:
Date:
Date: -w t'L—
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N.C.Dept. of ENR
MAR 12 2012
1 Winston-Salem
anai Office _,_,_.
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Reriormace Report
for
Buffalo Meadows Subdivision
for the Operating Period
January thru December, 2011
Preface
RECEIVED
FEB 2 3 2012
CENTRAL FILES
DWQ/BOG
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean Water
Act of 1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or
operate wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance Report
established by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR)
as set forth in their guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill
public confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to
protect the waters of the state.
MAR - 8 2012

Responsible Entity: Veolia Water North America/Culligan Operating Services
Person(s) in Charge/Contact: Butch Howell - Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC)
Tom Kilpatrick, Systems Administrator - Tom Kilpatrick &
Associates
Applicable Permits: NPDES # NCO030325
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The treatment facility is a typical "Extended Aeration" process capable
of treating .010 million gallons per day (MGD). The treated effluent is discharged to
Buffalo Creek, classified as Class C - Trout waters, in the New River Basin.
Collection System - The main collection system is a standard gravity design with 8-inch
diameter pipe and standard pre -cast manholes.
Facilities Served - This unit serves the residents of Buffalo Meadows Subdivision.
II. Performance
We are pleased to report that the Wastewater Treatment Plant was in compliance with all
NPDES Permit limits except for the following events:
BOD — May 30, June 27, exceeded daily maximum;
TSS — April 5, exceeded daily maximum;
These violations have been corrected.
We take pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and the quality of the waters in
our streams.
III. Collection System Performance
The collection system experienced no significant problems for the reporting period. Tom
Kilpatrick & Associates maintains an Operation and Maintenance Plan and a Spill Response
Plan for the system.

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III. Notification
A letter advising of the availability of this report will be mailed to each resident. A copy of this
report is available to interested persons in the offices of:
Tom Kilpatrick & Associates
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
or by contacting the office at 828-890-4810.
As required, three copies of this report is being provided to NCDENR
Readers who have questions or desire detailed information are invited to contact Butch
Howell, ORC, or Tom Kilpatrick, System Administrator.
IV. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.
Tom Kilpatrick Date
This report prepared by:
Tom Kilpatrick
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Phone: [phone]
January 31, 2012

February 13, 2012
NOTICE
Annual Performance Report
Wastewater Treatment Systems
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean
Water Act of 1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that
own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999. This law was established to provide
a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public confidence) in owners and
operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the waters of the state.
We are pleased to announce that the Annual Performance Report for your wastewater treatment
system is now available for review.
A copy of the full report is available to interested persons by contacting the office.
Tom Kilpatrick & Associates is pleased to be a part of this on -going environmental protection
effort.
Sincerely,
Tom Kilpatrick

Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
MIR Review Record
Facility: d u ffala ri do" Pemmit.[Pipe No.: N(;00303)-S- Month/Year ©ar Pi
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly/Daily Violations
Date Parameter Permit LirniVTvpe DMR Value % Over Limit
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
7—RC- x heck I I
Other Violations
Completed by: Date:
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Signoff: Date: Z Urn Z-v
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
July 22, 2011
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of April 2011 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter
Date
Permit Limit
Reported Value
Units
TSS
4/5
45
49
mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely, •
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer
NorthCarolina
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: PerrtutlPipe No.: uC OD 303 2S- Month/Year Ac6l Zol /
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
&�&Vlolations
Date Parameter Permit Limitll voe DMR Value % Over L�� t
7-gs Y� l
Date Parameter
Other Violations
4, y
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Completed by: C4-
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Signoff: —�-
Date: 7/ 2 t l 1 1
Date:-
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NCO030325 Buffalo Meadows WWTP
Limit Violation

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
August 31, 2011
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of May 2011 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Parameter
Parameter
:M
Monthly Average Violation(s)
Permit Limit Reported Value
30 mg/L 32.4 mg/L
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Date Permit Limit Reported Value
5/30 45
9.9
Units
mg/L
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DNIR Review Record
Facility: PermitlPipeNo.: NC-003032,5- Month/Year M{y.._Zol/
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
i33ob 3b 3�•`� �'
Weekly/Daily Violations
Date Para —meter Permit L'unit/Tvpe DMR Value % Over Limit
_ sfG c n Y s/ 9
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Freouencv Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
%}p", or/ - gait rlcx 1 s
Completed by: CC
Date: 8 - 3 1 — � I
Regional Water Quality Date:
Supervisor Signoff:
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
October 19, 2011
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of June 2011 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value Units
BOD 6/27 45 54 mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
Nne
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: P,4Ad P f iJ,&' Permit/Pipe No.: V C 00 30 3a L MonthNear -,Tilt- 20 i /
;VOv-a011-w-os"y
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
€kdyCai�yJiolations
Date Parameter Permit Li nit/TvDe DMR Value % Over Limit
QcD
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequencv Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
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Completed by: �� Date:
Regional Water Quality �I/1 Date: 1,66
Supervisor Signoff:
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P. E.
Governor Director
May 18, 2012
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of January2012 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value Units
Fecal Coliform 1/10 400
2700
E111 DDTi,1=I
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
Noi thCarolina
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: 24.aAl g P",kk f Permut/Pipe No.: N000 3D3 S Month/Year Z'�AjD/ a
Parameter
Monthly Average Violations
Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly 91olati ons
Date Parameter Permit LimiDMR Value % Over Limit
_ 1� � l va o da► l„ 1700 s-7s i
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Freouencv Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
Completed by: �¢,z,°e� c_�� - Date:
Regional Water Quality i 4-A, Zd t L
Supervisor SiQnoff: Date:
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Form WWTP-BYPASS/UPSET
Treatment Plant (VW TP) Bypass/Upset Reporting Form 5 Day Report
, PART I
This form shall be submitted to the appropriate DWQ Regional Office within five days of the first knowledge of the unanticipated
bypass or upset.
Permit Number : NCO030325 (Always use treatment plant permit number)
Facility: Buffalo Meadows VWVfP Incident # 201102060
Owner: Veolia Water North America Operating Services Region: Winston-Salem
City: West Jefferson County: Ashe
SPECIFIC location of the treatment units bypassed or where the upset occurred in the facility:
Stream level rose, backing up into plant. Plant may have washed out. Cleaned up.
Was the WWTP compliant with permit requirements? ❑ Yes n No 0 Unknown
Was samples be taken during bypass?: n Yes ❑ No UnknowrN
Incident Started Dt: 09/25/11 Time: 03:00 AM Incident End Dt: 09/25/11 Time: 03:10 AM
(mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AM/PM (mm-dd-yyyy) hh:mm AM/PM
Estimated volume of the Bypass/Upset: 10 gallons
Describe how the volume was determined: visual
Weather conditions during bypass/upset event:
Did Bypass/Upset reach surface waters? n Yes ❑ No W Unknown Volume reached surface waters (gallons):
Surface water name: Did the bypass/upset result in a fish kill? OYes ONo Q nknown If Yes, estimated number of fish killed?
SPECIFIC cause(s) of the Bypass/Upset
Severe Natural Condition
24-hour verbal notification (name of person contacted) Jennifer
Robinson
n DWQ N Emergency Mgmt. Date and Time: 2011-09-25 11:53:00 AM
VWVfP-Bypass/Upset Form October 3, 2011 07:26 AM Page 1

Form WWTP-BYPASS/UPSET
Treatment Plant (WWTP) Bypass/Upset Reporting Form 5 Day Report
PART I I
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS FOR EACH RELATED CAUSE CHECKED IN PART I OF THIS FORM AND
INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED OR DESIRED
COMPLETE ONLY THOSE SECTIONS PERTAINING TO THE CAUSE OF THE INCIDENT AS CHECKED IN PART I
(In the check boxes below, NA = Not Applicable and NE = Not Evaluated)
A HARDCOPY OF THIS FORM SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE APPROPRIATE DWQ REGIONAL OFFICE
UNLESS IT HAS BEEN SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY THROUGH THE ONLINE REPORTING SYSTEM
Severe Natural Condition
Describe the "severe natural condition" in detail?
How much advance warning did you have and what actions were taken in preparation for the
event?
Comments:
As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the information contained in this report is true and accurate to
the best o my now a Uge.
Person submitting claim:
Signature:
Telephone Number:
Title
Any additional information desired to be submitted should be sent to the appropriate Division Regional Office within
five days of first knowledge of the Bypass with reference to the incident number (the incident number is only generated
when electronic entry of this form is completed, if used).
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Reporting Person's Affiliation:
Incident Started: Date: �?r Time: tI��
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Phone Number:
Pager Number:
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Other Agencies Notified:
Agency Name. and Phone Number
Contact Name, Date, and Time of Contact
DWQ Information:
Received Via:
Report Taken By. I ��d,,.�l ir:r,,4 Date: 7/1,5" Time: l Z.*U'i Phone p Fax p Mail
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Report Referred To: Date: Time: Phone O Fax
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Regional Contact (If different than above) :
DWQ Requested an Additional Written Report c —_i Yes Q No
If Yes, What Additional Information is Needed:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources —
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
July 30, 2010
CERTIFIED MAIL 7007-0710-0000-5376-8454
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Thomas W. Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, North Carolina 28729
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES Permit NCO030325
Ashe County
NOV-2010-LR-0043
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
RECEh1�E� �i
N.C. Dept, of ty
AUG 0 3 2010
Wlnston•SalaRi
Regional OIfCa
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report
for May 2010. This is in violation of Part H, condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC
2B .506(a), which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the last calendar
day following the reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject the violator to the
assessment of a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with
the self -monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit until the report has been submitted.
To prevent further action, please submit said report within fifteen (15) days of receipt of this notice.
Additionally, this letter provides notice that this office will recommend the assessment of civil penalties if
future reports are not received within the required time frame during the next twelve (12) reporting
months. The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is
essential to the efficient operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this
matter. If you have any questions about this letter or discharge monitoring reports, please contact me at
919-807-6388.
Sincerely,
Maureen Scardina
cc: Maureen Scardina, NPDES, Expedited Permitting and Compliance Unit
DWQ Winston-Salem Regional Office Supervisor, Surface Water Protection
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: http://portal.nodenr.org/web/wq/home
An Equal Opportunity i Atfirmafive Action Employer
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: &*Alb KeJow-c Permit/Pipe No.: Month/Year Mcl 10
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly. aiy-Violations
Date Parameter Permit Limit/Tv e DMR Value % Over Limit
5 ro d d 0 LiS
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
Completed by:
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor SiQnoff:
Date: 7 - a r -! D
Date: L— & e-le

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: ReportDate: 09/10/10 Page: 1 of 3
Permit: %° MRs Between: 5-2010 and 5-2010 Region: Winston-Salem Violation'Category: Limit Violation Program Category: NPDES WW
Facility Name: % Param Name: %
County: °T Subbasin % Violation Action: None
Major Minor.
PERMIT: NCO030325 FACILITY: Veolia Water North America Operating Services - Buffalo COUNTY: Ashe REGION: Winston-Salem
Meadows WWTP
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL / VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2010 001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 05/10/10 Weekly mg/I 45 50 11.11 Daily Maximum Exceeded None
Concentration
PERMIT: NCO046043 FACILITY: Oak Ridge Military Academy - Oak Ridge Military Academy COUNTY: Guilford REGION: Winston-Salem
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL / VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2010 001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 05/04/10 Weekly mg/I 13 16.2 24.62 Daily Maximum Exceeded None
Concentration
05 -2010 001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 05/25/10 Weekly mg/I 13 14.8 13.85 Daily Maximum Exceeded None
Concentration
05 -2010 001 Effluent Chlorine, Total Residual 05/20/10 2 X week ug/I 28 50 78.57 Daily Maximum Exceeded None
PERMIT: NCO059251 FACILITY: Lee Simaan - Quail Acres Mobile Home Park COUNTY: Rockingham REGION: Winston-Salem
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL / VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2010 001 Effluent Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as 05/31/10 2 X month mg/I 2.4 4.7 95.83 Monthly Average Exceeded None
N) - Concentration

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
June 22, 2010
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of March 2010 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter
Date
Permit Limit
Reported Value
Units
BOD
3/8
45
280
mg/L
TSS
3/8
45
200
mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files .
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer
Nne
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DNIR Review Record
Facility: L uT- - /o Permit/Pipe No.: NG003D3as Month/Year 114P 10
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Date
3 fib'
Date
(5kai, iolations
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% Over Limit
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natura
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
May 10, 2010
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Resources
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of February 2010 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Monthly Average Violation(s)
Parameter
Permit Limit
Reported Value
Units
BOD
30.0
54.5
mg/L
TSS
30.0
65.75
mg/L
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter
Date
Permit Limit
Reported Value
Units
BOD
2/ 1
45
48
mg/L
BOD
2/22
45
124
mg/L
TSS
2/22
45
214
mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
Yz.."%�.��--
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO FilCa.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet www.ncwaterquality.org
Nne
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: �;4F4jo
taJows Permit/Pipe No.: VCoo303AS
Month/Year F b 12010
Monthly
Average Violations
Parameter
Permit Limit
DMR Value
% Over Limit
4
POD
30_
sy.s
g,).%
Ts;S
30
S• 7S
l 19 2
Date Parameter
a Q0D
,2/21 1201)/aa TSS
Weekly/Daily Violations
DMR Value % Over Limit
110 7 %a
1y 17(-
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a,y 376 %
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Permit Limit/Tvpe
Li f
Date Parameter Permit Freguencv
Other Violations
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,J u 1 0 q - 7-W o Ftet h CdkiN
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Values Reported # of Violations
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Supervisor Signoff: Date:
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Permit: % MRs Between: 2 2010 and 2 2010 Region: Winston-Salem Violation Category: Limit Violation Program CategoryNPDES WW
Facility Name: °I° Param Name: °I° County: °I° Subbasin: oA Violation Action. None
Major Minor: °I°
PERMIT: NCO030325 FACILITY: Veolia Water North America Operating Services - Buffalo COUNTY: Ashe REGION: Winston-Salem
Meadows WWTP
Limit Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
% OVER LIMIT
02 -2010
001
Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
02/01/10
Weekly
mg/I
45
48
6.67
Concentration
02 -2010
001
Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
02/22/10
Weekly
mg/l
45
124
175.56
Concentration
02 -2010
001
Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
02/28/10
Weekly
mg/I
30
54.5
81.67
Concentration
02 -2010
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
02/22/10
Weekly
mg/I
45
214
375.56
Concentration
02 -2010
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
02/28/10
Weekly
mg/I
30
65.75
119.17
Concentration
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
Daily Maximum Exceeded
None
Daily Maximum Exceeded
None
Monthly Average Exceeded
None
Daily Maximum Exceeded
None
Monthly Average Exceeded
None
PERMIT: NCO086983 FACILITY: Caswell County Schools - South Elementary WTP COUNTY: Caswell REGION: Winston-Salem
Limit Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALL /
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT
PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
02 -2010
001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
02/04/10 2 X month
ug/I
17 57 235.29
Daily Maximum Exceeded None

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
July 9, 2010
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of April 2010 revealed the following limit violation(s):
Parameter
110163
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Date Permit Limit Reported Value
4/14 45
Units
mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer
Nne
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Cover Sheet from l
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DNIR Review Record
Facility: l.�a �b fIldvils Permit/Pipe No.: AIC 00303;Z5" Month/Year ; l A010
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly/Daily Violations
Date Parameter Permit Lir t/Tvpe DMR Value % Over Limit
V/lY 80D �,5 k a —A s�6 Rl
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
August 31, 2009
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of May 2009 revealed the following daily maximum limit
violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value
Fecal Coliform 515 400
1100
Units
#/100mL
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
6
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
WSRO Files
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
NorthCarolina
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An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: 0 u fffc/o MAtjow Permit/Pipe No.: NC 00 30 32 5 Month/Year _ _ 07
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly ail iolations
Date
Parameter
Permit Limitgvpe DN/ R Value
% Over Limit
�rls-
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7Y %
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date
Parameter
Permit Frequency Values Reported
# of Violations
Other Violations
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
November 6, 2009
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of August 2009 revealed the following daily maximum limit
violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value Units
TSS 8/25 45 52 mg/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincere ,
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
F wslko Files.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: 6uf+4/p ly%kJows Permit/Pipe No.: NG Do 2o3zS Month/Year D y
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly ail Violations
Date Parameters Permit Lim/ itgype DMR Value % Over Limit
57
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Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequencv Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
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Completed by:y Date:
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Signoff: Date:

Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: Rolf -do tlztJvw5 Permit/Pipe No.: NCDO 303 21- Month/Year Tvlg 09
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly/Daily Violations
Date Parameter Permit L_imiffype DMR Value % Over Limit
7/7 F,6&l y00 l ot;Iy Lf3U f9 �Idl
7 111 F,ca,l 100 / 041/y 3 76
Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
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Completed by:
Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Signoff:
Date: `i- r- D 7
Date: %/%

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
October 6, 2009
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of July 2009 revealed the following daily maximum limit
violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value
Fecal Coliform 7/7 400
Fecal Coliform 7 / 14 400
430
490
Units
#/100mL
#/100mL
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s). Please be
aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division with the possible
assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any questions, please contact me
at [phone].
Sincer y,
l�
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Winston-Salem Regional Office
Location: 585 Waughtown St. Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
Nne
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An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

Cover Sheet from
Staff Member to
Regional Supervisor
DMR Review Record
Facility: E,,c - /b M-eudwdc Permit/Pipe No.: lJGe0303a,, Month/Year ,7VI 0 y
Parameter
Date Parameter
7/.1Y Fctl
Monthly Average Violations
Permit Limit DMR Value
y00
Monitoring
Date Parameter Permi
Other Violations
ail^'Violations
DMR Value
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1170
ncy Vi*Rlations
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O 76
23 %
# of Violations
Completed by: t Date: I l-S--O
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Supervisor Signoff: Date:

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NORTH CAROLINA
PUBLIC STAFF
UTILITIES COMMISSION
January 27, 2010
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Tom Kilpatrick and Associates
P. O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Re: Potential Transfer of Culligan Systems to A&D Water Service.
Dear Tom:
Tom, sorry I have not responded earlier, but I've been sidetracked with the
Carolina Water rate case, the CWS Systems rate case filing, and the Aqua rate
case filing.
My concern/objection was and remains giving A&D a check to pay for
repairs/improvements based on estimated costs. To do so will jeopardize the
utility by having additional repairs/improvements arise after said money is paid
and the seller has left the scene.
The method you propose in your e-mail and attached letter is agreeable to
the Public Staff with the provisos that (1) all repairs/improvements are identified
by and agreed to by the appropriate DENR Regional office (Asheville,
Mooresville, Winston-Salem?) prior to the work, (2) that DENR issues any
necessary plan approval letters/permits for the work, (3) that DENR approve all
abandonments of wells and other infrastructure (we assume these costs will be
included in the payments), and (4) that DENR inspect and "approve" the work
when completed. The Public Staff assumes such work, while performed by your
firm, will be for the CPCN holder for each system.
If DENR signs off on the above, then the Public Staff will do what it can to
assist in an orderly and efficient transfer of the Culligan systems to A&D. All
parties must understand that the Public Staff will be required to notify customers
of the transfers, that hearings may be required depending on customer response,
and that any increase in rates will, of necessity, require more time for review and
recommendation.
Executive Director
Communications
Economic Research
Legal
Transportation
733-2435
733-2810
733-2902
733-6110
733-7766
Accounting
Consumer Services
Electric
Natural Gas
Water
733-4279
733-9277
733-2267
7334326
733-5610
4326 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-4326 • Fax [phone]
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmation Action Employer

Kilpatrick
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As a side note, any systems transferred to a municipality will need an
Application to Transfer to an Owner Exempt from Regulation to be filed with the
NCUC.
The Public Staff will be recommending a bond be posted in the amount of
between $70,000 and $100,000. We strongly encourage you to negotiate for that
bond to be included in the amount to be paid by CulliganNiola.
An additional concern is how A&D will operate/oversee/manage the
systems in the counties removed from its current systems in Henderson,
Buncombe, and Transylvania counties and again assume that will be settled at
the time of the transfer application.
While the NCUC does not regulate your firm, I do request that you keep
me informed as the repair/improvement projects proceed. I will be glad to
discuss any concerns with you at any time and trust you feel free to call me about
them.
Otherwise, Tom, Godspeed and good luck.
Kenneth E. Rudder, Director
Public Staff - Water Division
C: Mr. Bill Grantmyre
Mr. Bruce Vaughan

Smith, George
From: George Smith <[e-mail]>
Sent: Monday, April 20, 2015 11:48 AM
To: Smith, George
Subject: Fwd: high water at Buffalo Meadows
Attachments: 072 j pg
---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Butch Howell <lon sg hotL&skybest.com>
Date: Mon, Apr 20, 2015 at 10:24 AM
Subject: high water at Buffalo Meadows
To: "George Smith (home)" <geotimel Agmail.com>
Cc: admaintLcucomporium.net
George,
During my checks at Buffalo Meadows WWTP yesterday, Sunday, 19 April 2015 at
1913 hours, the outfall at Buffalo Meadows WWTP was under water. Of course,
this causes a backup into the plant. The outfall was still under water this
morning at 0630 hours. I will continue to monitor the situation and will
keep you posted.
-hutch
George Smith

PROPOSED MAINTENANCE, REPAIR & IMPROVEMENT ITEMS
BUFFALO MEADOWS SUBDIVISION
PSID # NC 01-05-102
WATER SYSTEM — including well, well house, ground storage tank, distribution system and
associated grounds:
ENERAL CONDITIONS
The system is an older system using one well. There is no backup well. The mains are deep in
some areas and the exact location is unknown. No plans and/or profiles are available. A hand
drawn sketch is available. The system is unmetered. Some services have cutoffs, some don't
and some are buried. Some homes have internal cutoffs and some don't. There is no way to
uniformly cut service for non-payment. Outstanding arrears for the past 10 years exceed
$50,000. Several main line valves were installed in 2010 to assist in finding leaks. Some homes
have been detected for lead & copper.
Recommendations:
1. Well house needs siding, insulation, roofing, door, interior paint, lighting, and minor
electrical repair;
2. Needs and auto -dialer to report low pressure, loss of power, etc.;
3. The lead and copper corrosion control system (approved and ATC now in hand) needs
to be installed;
4. Water meters required and to be installed (approx. 61 required);
5. The water tank needs external and internal inspection, sanded, painted and repaired as
required. The tank overflow, access ladder and perimeter fencing needs repair.
NPDES # NC0030325
WASTEWATER SYSTEM — including WWTP, collection system and associated grounds:
GENERAL CONDITIONS
The WWTP is an old, in -ground concrete 10,000 gpd system. The collection system is 8-inch
PVC and has had few problems.
Recommendations:
1. WWTP and equipment needs painting;
2. Unit needs a flow meter;
3. One tank needs to be removed and re -piped;
4. Safety grating needs replace me nt/repa i red/pa i nted as needed;

5. Diffusers need to be replaced (fine bubble type is recommended);
6. Replace approximately 300 If of 1-inch service line under the paved road and install new
frost proof hydrant;
7. Install a metal type storage building & slab for chemical storage;
8. Repair existing fence as needed;
9. Construct aluminum safety stairs & handrails to access top of digester; construct safety
handrails around top of digester area;
10. Add security lighting & vandalism protection;
11. Other process repairs?

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November 3, 2008
Mr. Tom Kilpatrick
Veolia Water North America Operating Services
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Buffalo Meadows WWTP
NPDES No. NCO030325
Ashe County
Dear Mr. Kilpatrick:
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Review of the self -monitoring report for the month of July 2008 revealed the following daily maximum limit
violation(s):
Daily Maximum Violation(s)
Parameter Date Permit Limit Reported Value Units
Fecal Coliform 7 / 15 400 800 # / 100 mL
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance problem(s).
Please be aware that violations of your NPDES permit could subject you to enforcement action by this Division
with the possible assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day per violation. Should you have any
questions, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Steve W. Tedder
Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Gale D. Howell — 283 Ernest Howell Rd., West Jefferson, NC 28694
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 585 Waughtown Street Phone [phone] Customer Service
Winston-Salem Regional Office Winston-Salem, NC 27107 Fax [phone]
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DMR Review Record
Facility: Rof fo o MxtJote.i Permit/Pipe No.: NC-00 3 D 3 2 S Month/Year Xvl� G �,
Monthly Average Violations
Parameter Permit Limit DMR Value % Over Limit
Weekly ail Violations
Date Parameter Permit Limitgvpe DMRValue % Over Lin -Lit
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Monitoring Frequency Violations
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported # of Violations
Other Violations
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Regional Water Quality
Supervisor Signoff:
Date: . ld - 3 /-O P
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