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Mr. Steve Cahoon
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
410 S Wilmington St
Raleigh, NC 27601
Subject: Renewal of General Permit NCG500000
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Certificate of Coverage NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Permittee:
The Division has renewed the subject General Permit. We appreciate your patience during the
longer-than-expected renewal period. The Division hereby issues the updated version of Certificate of
Coverage (CoC) NCG500136 under General Permit NCG500000. It is issued pursuant to the requirements
of North Carolina General Statue 143-216.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina
and the US Environmental Protection agency dated October 15, 2007 [or as subsequently amended].
If any parts,measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this General Permit
are unacceptable to you,you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual
permit application. Unless such demand is made, the certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this Certificate of Coverage is not transferable except after notice to the
Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the certificate of coverage.
Contact the Asheville Regional Office lorior to any sale or transfer of the Permitted facility.
Regional Office staff will assist you an documenting the transfer of this CoC
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain any other State, Federal, or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning the requirements of the
General Permit,please contact Charles Weaver of the NPDES staff[919 807-6391 or
charles.weaver@ncderingov].
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
GENERAL PERMIT NCG500000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NCG500136
DISCHARGE OF NON-CONTACT COOLING WATER, COOLING TOWER AND BOILER
BLOWDOWN, CONDENSATE, EXEMPT STORMWATER, COOLING WATERS ASSOCIATED
WITH HYDROELECTRIC OPERATIONS, AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
is hereby authorized to discharge from a facility located at the
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station i.
27656 Wayah Rd
Topton
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as the Nantahala River [Nantahala Lake (Aquone Lake)], a class
B-Trout stream in subbasin 04-04-03 of the Little Tennessee River Basin in accordance with the
effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, 1I, 11I and
IV hereof. ill
This certificate of coverage takes effect January 19, 2016. I'I
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain valid for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day January 19, 2016 -
"Zimmerman,
fog"Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A.Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 0211.0127(d)i; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(191I
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Covering e(CoC): NCG500136
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility ownerloperator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St.
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
2) Location of facility producing discharge: .IAN 30 2015
Facility Name Nantahala Hydroelectric Station Water Quailfir
Permitting Sectiion
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts Street Address 27656 Wayah Road
City Topton State NC ZIP Code 28781-
County Macon
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Three
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(a)#:001,002
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(a)#:_
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(a)#:_
❑ Condensate Outfell(a)#:
® Other Outfall(s)#: 003
(Please describe"Other"): Sumo
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:576000 GPD #002: 576,000 GPD #003:72 GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(ifapplicable, use separate sheet): �-
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❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other ®None
If my box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section _
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds;etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal ,
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
Elton, ❑Feb ❑Mar. []Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ®Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
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)T CG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be subntitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H 0135(bl(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Ready C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 0211 0106fe)for authorized signing officials)
Click�Heteid en a date.
Signature ofAp cant Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute S 143-215 6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report,plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a mlemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or mles of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 Ii S C Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
August 3, 2012
Mr.Allen Stowe,Jr.
Duke Energy Corporation
526 South Church Street/EC 13K
Charlotte, NC 28202
Subject: Renewal of coverage/General Permit NCG500000
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Certificate of Coverage NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Permittee:
The Division is renewing Certificate of Coverage (CoC) NCG500136 to discharge under NPDES
General Permit NCG500000. This CoC is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General
Statue 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental
Protection agency dated October 15, 2007 [or as subsequently amended].
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this General Permit
are unacceptable to you,you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual
permit application. Unless such demand is made,the certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this Certificate of Coverage is not transferable except after notice to the
Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reismance of the certificate of coverage.
Contact the Asheville Regional Office Prior to any saleor transfer f the Permitted facility.
Regional Office staff will assist you in documenting the transfer of this CoC.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by
the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area
Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning the requirements of the General Permit,please contact John
Hennes 919 807-6377 or ohn.henness y [ 1 yr�nedenr.gov]. -
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NCG500000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NCG500136
TO DISCHARGE NON-CONTACT COOLING WATER, COOLING TOWER AND
BOILER BLOWDOWN, CONDENSATE AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
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Duke Energy Corporation
is hereby authorized to discharge Hydroelectric Dam Sumps & Non-contact Cooling Water
from a facility located at
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
27868 Wayah Road
Franklin
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as the Nantahala River in subbasin 04-04-03 of the Little
Tennessee River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This Certificate of Coverage shall become effective August 3, 2012.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day August 3, 2012 I.
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Original signed by John Hennessy
for Charles Wakild, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild,P.E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
August 3,2012
Mr.Allen Stowe,Jr. _
Duke Energy Corporation _
526 South Church Street/EC 13K
Charlotte, NO 28202 _
Subject: Renewal of coverage/General Permit NCG500000
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Certificate of Coverage NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Permittee:
In accordance with your renewal application[received on January 27,2012],the Division is renewing
Certificate of Coverage (CoC)NOG500136 to discharge under General Permit NCG500000. This COO is
issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statue 143-216,1 and the Memorandum of
Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection agency dated May 9, 1994[or as
subsequently amended].
If any parts,measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this General Permit
are unacceptable to you,you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual
permit application. Unless such demand is made,the certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this Certificate of Coverage is not transferable except after notice to the
Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the certificate of Coverage.
QQlatact the Asheville Regional Office priorto any saletransfer f th 'tt d facility,
Regional Office staff will assi t You in documenting th transfer of this CoC
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by
the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources,Coastal Area
Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning the requirements of the General Permit,please contact John '
Hennessy [919 807-6377 or [e-mail]].
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NCG500000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NCG500136
TO DISCHARGE NON-CONTACT COOLING WATER, COOLING TOWER AND
BOILER BLOWDOWN, CONDENSATE AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1,other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission,and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act,as amended,
Duke Energy Corporation
is hereby authorized to discharge Hydroelectric Dam Sumps &Non-contact Cooling Water
from a facility located at
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
27868 Wayah Road
Franklin
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as the Nantahala River in subbasin 04-04-03 of the Little
Tennessee River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts 1, 11, 11I and IV hereof.
This Certificate of Coverage shall become effective August 3, 2012.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day August 3, 2012
- for C ea Waldld, Director
Eta of Water Quality

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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under GeneralPermit"
NCG600000: Non-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower lilo b q ro der)satp and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator: MAN 20)2
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
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Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management F�HEVIU C_ 4pL( PlC
Street Address 526 South Church Street,ImeroRce-ECI3K C
City Charloae State NC '
Telephone No. (2oa)
ZIP Code-26202
382-a309
Fax. [phone](S81
"Address to which all pennit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Gary Morgan
Street Address 2]656 Weyah Roatl
City Opron
County Macon State NC ZIP Code 28781
Telephone No. 828 3694605 Fax: NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names,state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). ue.ItU ^awn. ......
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Nantahaia Hydro is 0.2 mile on right.
(A copy of a county map or USES quad sheaf with facility,clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
6) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? B Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc.that convey wastewater from the
property): Two
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one,
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
9 Other Discharge point(s)#: 002
(Please describe"Other') Sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: #2: 72,000 #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e., compressor,A/C unit,chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
8) If any box in item(8)above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume, retention time, surface area,etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations) should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit.,The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
1) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. ❑ Feb. O Mar. 0 Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. ❑ Jul. ❑ Aug. 0 Sept. ❑ Oct. 0 Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 13 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. IR Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek,stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Namahela River
b) Stream Classification: TR,C
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells,etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance Forth&Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point,
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.Goolsby
Title: ,Line President Hydro Float
(Signature ofApplidant) xL z�yz_
tDatfe Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.215.6 b(i)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as Incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
IR Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the Issuance of an NPDES permit
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H,Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
July 8, 2011
Jimmie Allen Stowe
Duke Energy Carolinas LLC
526 S Chruch St
Charlotte NC 282011002
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Permit No: NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Mr. Stowe:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on June 15, 2011. The facility was found to be in Compliance
with permit NCG500136.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
/V
Jeff Menzel
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Marcus Pitts, Lee Steam Station, P.O. Box 366, Pelzer, SC 29669
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Water Compliance Inspection Report res 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e.,PCs)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fee Type
1 INI 2 51 3I MC0500136 I11 12I 11/05/15 117 16I rl 161 e1 201 1
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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 Data
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Nantahala Hydmdlectiic Station 02:00 . 11/06/15 07/08/01
2786s wayah as Exit Time/Data Permit Expiration Date
Franklin NC 28734 02:30 PM 11/06/15 12/07/31
Nome(s)of Onsite Representative(s)ffitles(s)/Phone and Fax Numbers) Other Facility Data
Name,Address of Responsible Of icialRitWPhone and Fax Number
Jimmie Allen Stowe,526 5 Chrvch St Charlotte NC Contacted
282011002//704-362-4309/7043629840 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations&Maintenance N Facility Site Review 0 Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Names)and Signature(s)of Inspectorts) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Data
Jeff Menael6M ARO wo//e28-296-4500/ 7.7-1(
Keith Haynes - ARO WQ//928-296-4500/ ,/.P.)t
Signature of Management O A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Duke Energy's Nantahala Hydroelectric Powerhouse consists of a pinstock to the powerhouse, powerhouse
generation equipment, central powerhouse sump and tailrace. The tailrace discharges to the Nantahala
River. The plant has permitted discharges of generator thrust bearing cooling water and central powerhouse
sump.
Duke Energy has some concerns with winter temperatures not always being in accordance with the general
permit. This is due to very cold upstream temperatures and the inability to monitor an adequate distance
below the discharge for the downstream temperature. This concern will be addressed at the time of the
general permit revision next year.
No violations of permit requirements or applicable regulations were observed during this inspection.
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Permit NCG600136 Owner-Facility: Nationale Hydroelectric Station
Inspection Date: 06/1512011 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the pennittee submitted a new application? ❑ Cl ■ 0
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ 0 0 0
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? 0 ■ 0 ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ 0 0 ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ 0 0 ❑
Comment:
Operations&Maintenance Yea No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ 0 Cl Cl
Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex:MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids,pH,DO,Sludge ❑ 0 \ ❑
Judge,and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yea No NA NE
Is right of way to the ouffail properly maintained? ■ 0 0 ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? ■ 0 0 ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ 0 ■ ❑
Comment:
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State of North CarolinaDepartment of Environment and Natural ResourcesDivision of Water Quality ++Point Source Branch — 1 2007 `'y!1617 Mail Service CenterRaleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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Subject: Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC—NPDES Per tJ1"P hcahon
Renewal of NPDES General Permit-#NC(yiffiOOUiO
Bear Creek Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500124
Bridgewater Hydroelctric Plant—NCG500102
Bryson Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500129
Ceder Cliff Hydroelctric Plant—NCG500125
Cowan Ford Hydroelectric Plant—NCG600139
Lookout Shoals Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500120
Mission Hydroelectric Plant—NCG600128
Mountain Island Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500131
Nantahale Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500136
Oxford Hydroelectric Plant—NCG5001.19
Rhodhiss Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500108
Tennessee Creek Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500123
Thorpe Hydroelectric Plant— NCG500127
Tuckasegee Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500126
Tuxedo Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500110
Dear Mr. Weaver:
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC requests the subject general permit be renewed and reissued. The
above referenced permit expires July 31, 2007. As mandated by North Carolina Administrative Code
15A NCAC 2H.0105 (a), this permit application for renewal is being submitted at least 180 days prior
to expiration of the current permit.
Please find enclosed in triplicate, the Notice of Renewal Intent for each of the hydroelectric facilities
named above.
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC requests notification that this application is complete.
Thank you in advance for your assistance on this matter. Should you have questions regarding this
application, please contact me at(704)3824309.
Sincerely,
Allen Stowe
Scientist, Water Management
Attachments
k-'�Cwl: Mr. Larry Frost—NC DENR Asheville R.O.
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley,Governor William G.Ross,Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek,P.E.,Director
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage (CoC): NCG500136
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address"of facility owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe Scientist-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street, EC13K
City Charlotte StateNC ZIP Code 28202
Telephone Number(704) 382-4309 Fax: [phone]
Email address jastowe7.duke-energy com
°Address to which all permit correspondence should be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact John Reichard
Street Address 27868 Wayah Road
City Franklin StateNC ZIP Code 28734
County Macon
Telephone Number(8281 321-4551 Fax: N/A
Email address iireigha(,�duke-energy com
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream? ID Yes ❑ No -
(If no,submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This includes tracing the pathway of the
storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer Is the only viable means of discharge.)
b) Number of discharge outfalls (ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Two
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
®Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s) H: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall (s) 0:
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❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑Condensate Outfall(a)#:
® Other Outfall(a)#: 002
(Please describe"Other")Sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001: 1.152.000(max flow) #002: 72�00#003: #004
4) Please check the type of chemical [s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑ Other
®None
5) If any box in item(4)above [other than None] was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive must be submitted to the fallowing address for approval:
NC DENR/DWQ/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
6) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e.,retention ponds,
settling ponds,etc.)? ❑Yes ® No
(If yes,please include design specifics(Le.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc)with submittal package. Existing
treatment facilities should be described in detail.)
7) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ®Continuous ❑Intermittent ❑Seasonal*
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) *Check the month(s)the discharge occurs: ❑Jan ❑ Feb ❑ Mar. ❑Apr❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑
Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge?Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ®Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. in Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
8) Receiving stream[s]:
a) To what body or bodies of water(creek,stream,river,lake, etc.)does the facility discharge wastewater?
If the site discharges wastewater to a separate storm sewer system(4S),name the operator of the 4S
(e.g. City of Raleigh). Nantahala River
b) Stream Classification: TR C
Additional Application Requirements:
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NCG500000 renewal application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in triplicate [original + 2 copies] with this application or
it will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream
must be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its
discharge point.
➢ Authorisation for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer (or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of
the applicant.
Certification
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of
my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S. Goolsby
Title: General Manaeer. Hydro Fleet
y , 4.,-- - 1/29/07
(Signature nt) V (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b (i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement,representation,or codification in any application,record,report,plan or other document
flied or required to be maintained under Atllde 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission Implementing that Adlcle,orwho
falsifies,tampers with or knowingly renders inacwrate 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.)
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This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
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Mail the original and two copies of the entire package to:
Mr. Charles H. Weaver
NC DENR / DWQ / NPDES
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F.Easley,Governor William G. Ross,Jr.,Secretary
Alan W. Klimek,P.E., Director
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage (CoC): NCG500136
(Please print or type(
1) Mailing address" of facility owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas. LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe Scientist-Water Mane ement Y {
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Street Address 526 South Church Street EC13K
City Charlotte StateNC ZIP Code 28202
Telephone Number 17041 382-4309 Fax: [phone] m �-
Email address iastowoAduke-energy com _
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2) Location of facility producing discharge: FED 19 2007 I-
Facility Name Nantahala Hydroelectric Station _ J
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Facility Contact John Reighard 2-
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Street Address 27868 Wavah Road
City Franklin StateNC ZIP Code 28734 - -- - '
County Macon
Telephone Number(8281 32 1-455 1 Fax: N/A
Email address Jireighe(Wuke-energy com
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream? 19 Yes ❑ No
(If no,submit a site map with the pathway to the potential retelling waters clearly marked.This includes tracing the pathway of the
storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer Is the only viable means of discharge.)
b) Number of discharge outfalls (ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Two
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
®Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s) #: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall (s) #:
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❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Cattail(a)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(s)#:
® Other Cattail(s)#: 002
(Please describe"Other")Sumo
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001: 1,152,000(max flow) #002: 72 000#003: #004
4) Please check the type of chemical [s] added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable,use separate sheet):
❑ Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑ Other
®None
5) If any box in item(4)above [other than None] was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWQ/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
6) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e.,retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑Yes ®No
(If yes,please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume, retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal package. Existing
treatment facilities should be described in detail.)
7) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ®Continuous ❑Intermittent ❑Seasonal*
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) *Check the month(s)the discharge occurs: ❑Jan in Feb ❑ Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑
Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge?Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ® Sun. ® Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
6) Receiving strearl
a) To what body or bodies of water(creek, stream,river,lake,etc.)does the facility discharge wastewater?
If the site discharges wastewater to a separate storm sewer system(4S),name the operator of the 4S
(e.g. City of Raleigh). Nantahala River
b) Stream Classification:T .0
Additional Application Requirements:
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NCG500000 renewal application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in triplicate (original + 2 copies] with this application or
it will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. I£the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream
must be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its
discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of
the applicant.
Certification
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of
my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S. Goolsby
Title: General Manager, Hvdm Fleet
5 fi^ &-r 1 1 29 07
(Signature Jf Appli ant) 0 (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b (i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement,representation,or certification In any application,record,report,plan or other document
filed or required to be maintalned under Adide 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implemenfing that Article,orwho
falsifies,tampers with or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under
Article 21 or regulators of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article,shall be gulky,of a misdemeanor punishable by
a One not to owed$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.)
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The permitted facility already oays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
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Mail the original and two copies of the entire package to:
Mr. Charles H. Weaver
NC DENT? / DWQ / NPDES
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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Division of Water Quality
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
January 26, 2007
Mr. Allen Stowe
Duke Energy Corporation
Mail Code EC13K
Post Office Box 1006
Charlotte, North Carolina 28201-1006
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Nantahala Hydroelectric Plant
Permit No: NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Mr. Stowe:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on January 24 2007 Mr. Keith Haynes and I of the Asheville
Regional Office conducted the Compliance Evaluation Inspection. The facility was found
to be in Compliance with permit NCG500136.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Lar Frost
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Marcus Pitts, Lee Steam Station, P.O. Box 366, Pelzer, SC 29669
Central Files
NPDES Unit
Asheville Files
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2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone:[phone] Fax:[phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Duke Energy's Nantahala Hydroelectric Powerhouse consists of a pinstock to the powerhouse. powerhouse
generation equipment, central powerhouse sump and tailrace The tailrace discharges to the Nantahala
River. The plant has permitted discharges of generator thrust bearing cooling water and central powerhouse
sump.
Mr. Keith Haynes and Mr. Larry Frost performed the inspection. The facility appeared to be well maintained
and operating properly.There were no un-permitted discharges noted during the inspection.
The purpose of the permit is to protect the receiving stream; therefore, the inspectors recommend that
Upstream, Effluent and Downstream sampling points be re-evaluated for this facility. The recommended
upstream sampling site should be upstream of the tailrace discharge, the effluent site from the tailrace and
the downstream at a predetermined (safe access) site downstream of the tailrace discharge point to the
stream. Possible sites were discussed during the inspection; it is recommended that these sites be
established by written policy.
Once the sampling sites are established,then the monitoring requirements and monitoring frequency for
each site should re-evaluated.
It was verified during this inspection that the Queen's Creek Powerhouse does not discharge and therefore
does not require a discharge permit.
The proper reporting of flow from the powerhouse was discussed at length, during the inspection. Since
monitoring data is not required to be submitted to the State, the inspectors recommend that Duke Energy
use common units of measure for this type industry (examples discussed were; CPS and MGD, however
some other unit may be more appropriate)with regards to flow. If you should have any questions regarding
this issue please contact one of the inspectors.
Finally, a special word of thanks to Mr. Marcus Pitts for his assistance during the inspection.
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Permit: NCG500136 Owner-Facility: Nantahala Hydroelectric Plant
Inspection Date: 01124/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
O�erafions 8 Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ❑ Q ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex:MLSS, MCRT,Settleable Solids,pH, DO, Sludge ❑ C1 ■ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
FelTfllt Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the peunittee submitted anew application? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit? 0 0
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? 0 0 0 O
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ❑ 0 ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Bear Creek Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Bridgewater Nob Zalme 704 645-2706
B son Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Cedar Cliff Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Mission Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Tennessee Creek Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Nantahala Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Rh0dhias Nob Zalme 704 645-2706
Tuckasee ee Marcus Pitts 864 847-3054
Tuxedo Steve Hod es 828 657-2339
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley,Governor William G. Ross,Jr.,Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
November 15,2006
Allen Stowe
Duke Energy Corporation
P.O. Box 1006 [EC13K]
Charlotte,NC 28201-1006
Subject: NPDES Permit NCG500000 renewal
Certificate of Coverage(CoC)NCG500136.
Nantahala Hydroelectric Plant
Macon County
Dear Permitter:
The facility listed above is covered under NPDES General Permit NCG500000. NCG500000 expires
on July 31, 2007..Federal(40 CFR 122.41)and North Carolina(15A NCAC 2H.0105(e))regulations require
that permit renewal applications must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration of the current permit. If
you have already mailed a renewal request,you may disregard this notice.
To satisfy this requirement,the Division must receive a renewal request postmarked no later than
February 1.2007. Failure to request renewal by this date may result in a civil penalty assessment. Larger
penalties may be assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request. This renewal notice is being sent
well in advance of the due date so that you have adequate time to prepare your application.
If any discharge previously covered under NCG500000 will occur after July 31,2007,the
CoC must be renewed. Discharge of wastewater without a valid permit would violate North Carolina
General Statute 143-215.1;unpermitted discharges of wastewater may be assessed civil penalties of up to
$25,000 per day.
I£all discharge has ceased at your facility and you wish to rescind this CoC [or if you have other
questions],contact me at the telephone number or e-mail address listed below.
Sincerely,
Charles H.Weaver,Jr.
NPDES Unit
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NPDES File I /
W7 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 �rOR.,C..1.,n t
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor NCDENR
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RKsouRCE5
11/26/2001
THOMAS D SMITHERMAN -
NANTA14ALA P&L-NANTAHALA HYDRO
301 NP&L LOOP RD
FRANKLIN, NC 28734
Subject: NPDES Wastewater Permit Coverage Renewal
Nantahala P&1-nantahala Hydro
COC Number NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Permittee:
Your facility is currently covered for wastewater discharge under General Permit NCG500000. This permit expires
on July 31,2002. Division of Water Quality(DWQ)staff is in the process of rewriting this permit with a
scheduled reissue in the summer of 2002. Once the permit is reissued,your facility would be eligible for continued
coverage under the reissued permit.
In order to assure your continued coverage under the general permit,you must apply to the DWQ for renewal of
your permit coverage. To make this renewal process easier,we are informing you in advance that your permit
coverage will be expiring. Enclosed you will find a general permit coverage renewal application form. This
will serve as your application for renewal of your permit coverage. The application must be completed and
returned with the required information by February 01,2002 in order to assure continued coverage under the
general permit.There is no renewal fee associated with this process. Your Facility will be invoiced for the annual
permit fee at a later date.
Failure to request renewal within this time period may result in a civil assessment of at least$250.00. Larger
penalties may be assessed depending on the delinquency of the request. Discharge of wastewater from your facility
without coverage under a valid wastewater NPDES permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and
could result in assessments of civil penalties of up to$10,000 per day.
If the subject wastewater discharge to waters of the state has been terminated,please complete the enclosed
rescission request form. Mailing instructions are listed on the bottom of the form. You will be notified when the
rescission process has been completed.
If you have any questions regarding the permit coverage renewal procedures please contact the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-251-6208 or Delonda Alexander of the Central Office Stormwater Unit at(919)733-5083,ext.584
Sincerely,
//
Bradley Bennett,Supervisor
Stormwater and General Permits Unit
cc: Central Files
Stormwater and General Permits Unit Files
Asheville Regional Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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®Energy® 400 South Tryon St,
Charlotte, NC 28285
Mailing Address:
PO eox 1007.
Charlotte, NC 2 8 2 01-10 0 7
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May11, 2006
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Ms.Coleen Sullins
Permits and Engineering Unit
North Carolina Department of Environmental,
Health and Natural Resources i
Division of Water Quality ^-T . ...: .
1617 Mall Service Center - -
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Delegation of Authority-Signatures on Reports and Requested Information
Duke Energy NPDES Permitted Stations
Dear Ms. Sullins:
Federal Regulation40 CFR 122.22, as well as Part II of Duke Energy's NPDES permits, specifies
that all reports required by NPDES permits and other information requested by the permit issuing
authority shall be signed by a principal executive officer of at least the level of Vice President or a
duly authorized representative. I hereby authorize the Site Production Manager the authority to
sign all reports and requested information related to the permits specified in the attached list
If you have questions or need additional information, you may contact Allen Stowe at 704-382-
4309.
Sincerely,
M' hell C. ds
ce President
Environment, Health and Safety
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Attachment
xc: Rex Gleason, NCDENR, Mooresville, NC
Steve Mauney, NCDENR,Winston-Salem, NC
Dayj'd Goodrich, NCDENR, Raleigh, NC
L orest Westall, NCDENR,Asheville, NC
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Permits Currently Held:
Allen Steam Station-NC0004979
Belews Creek Steam Station -NC0024406
Belews Creek Steam Station -WO0005873
Belews Creek Steam Station Flyash Landfill Permit#85-03
Buck Steam Station- NC0004774
Cliffside Steam Station-NC0005088
Dan River Steam Station-NC0003468
Lincoln Combustion Turbine Station- NC0080781
Marshall Steam Station- NC0004987
Marshall Steam Station Flyash Landfill Permit#18-04
Riverbend Steam Station -NC0004961
Bridgewater Hydro Station- NCG500102
Cowans Ford Hydro Station - NCG500139
Lookout Shoals Hydro Station- NCG500120
Mountain Island Hydro Station- NCG500131
Oxford Hydro Station-NCG500119
Rhodhiss Hydro Station- NCG500108
Tuxedo Hydro Station-NCG500110
Bear Creek Hydro Station—NCG500124
Bryson Hydro Station—NCG500129
Cedar Cliff Hydro Station—NCG500125
Mission Hydro Station—NCG500128
Nantahala Hydro Station—NCG500136
Tennessee Creek Hydro Station—NCG600123
Thorpe Hydro Station—NCG500127
Tuckaseegee Hydro Station—NCG500126
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, �,, •
and Natural Resources ��
Division of Water Quality 7
Michael F. Easley, Governor NCDENK
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCE5
July 26,2002
THOMAS D SMITHERMAN
NANTAHALA HYDROELECTRIC PLANT
301 NP&L LOOP RD
FRANKLIN, NC 28734
Subject: Reissue-NPDES Wastewater Discharge Permit
Nantahala Hydroelectric Plant
CDC Number NCG500136
Macon County
Dear Permittee:
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under general permit NCG500000,the Division of
Water Quality(DWQ)is forwarding herewith the reissued wastewater general permit Certificate of Coverage
(COC). This COC is reissued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between the state of North Carolina and the U.S.Environmental Protection Agency,
dated May 9, 1994(or as subsquently amended).
The following information is included with your permit package:
* A copy of the Certificate of Coverage for your treatment facility
* A copy of General Wastewater Discharge Permit NCG500000
* A copy of a Technical Bulletin for General Wastewater Discharge Permit NCG500000
Your coverage under this general permit is not transferable except after notice to DWQ. The Division may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the Certificate of Coverage. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by DENR or relieve the permittee from responsibility
for compliance with any other applicable federal,state,or local law rule,standard,ordinance,order,judgment,or
decree.
If you have any questions regarding this permit package please contact Aisha Lau of the Central Office Stormwater
and General Permits Unit at(919)733-5083,co.578
Sincerely,
for Alan W.Klimek,P.E.
cc: Central Files
Stormwater&General Permits Unit Files
Asheville Regional Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 2 76 9 9-1 61 7 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources / RE
Division of Water Quality / _
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor ri
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary i E H N FI
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director July 24, 1997
Thomas D. Smithemum
Nantahala Power & Light Company
301 NP&L Loop Road
Franklin,NC 28734
Subject. Certificate of Coverage No. NCG500136
Renewal of General Permit
Nantahala Hydro Station
Macon County .
Dear Permittee:
In accordance with your application for renewal of the subject Certificate of Coverage, the Division is forwarding
the enclosed General Permit. This renewal is valid until July 31,2002. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North
Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated December 6, 1983. If any parts,measurement
frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you,you have the right to request
an individual permit by submitting an individual permit application.Unless such demand is made,this certificate
of coverage shall be final and binding.
The Certificate of Coverage for your facility is not transferable except after notice to the Division. Use the enclosed
Permit Name/Ownership Change form to notify the Division if you sell or otherwise transfer ownership of the
subject facility. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the Certificate of Coverage.
If your facility ceases discharge of wastewater before the expiration date of this permit, contact the Regional
Office listed below at [phone]. Once discharge from your facility has ceased,this permit may be rescinded.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other pemdts which may be required by the Division of
Water Quality, the Division of Land Resources,Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit,please contact the NPDES Group at the address below.
Sincerely,
Z9'7� A.Preston Howard,Jr.,P.E. -
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Asheville Regional Office
NPDES File
Facility Assessment Unit
P.O. Box 29535,Raleigh,North Carolina 27626-0535 [phone] FAX[phone] p&s0dem.ehnr.state.nc.us
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ATE OF NORTH CAROLINA �
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO.NCG500000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NO. NCG500136
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TO DISCHARGE NON-CONTACT COOLING WATER,COOLING TOWER AND BOILER
BLOWDOWN,CONDENSATE, EXEMPT STORMWATEIL COOLING WATERS ASSOCIATED WITH
HYDROELECTRIC OPERATIONS, AND SIMILIAR WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission,and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Nantahala Power & Light Company
is hereby authorized to discharge
cooling water and other waters associated with hydroelectric operations
from.a facility located at
Nantahala Hydro Station
27868 Wayah Road
Franklin
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as subbasin 40401 in the Little Tennessee River Basin
in accordance with the effluent limitations,monitoring requirements,and other conditions set forth
in Parts I,11,III and IV of General Permit No.NCG500000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective August 1,1997. t�
This certificate of coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day July 24,1997.
Preston Howard,Jr., P.E., Director
I Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

(' DUKE 410 S Wilmington St.
ENERGY® Raleigh NC27601
Mailing Address
PO Be.1551
Raleigh NC 27602
January 26, 2015 tli
Mr.John Hennessy
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Subject: Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC—NPDES Permit Application
Renewal of NPDES General Permit-#NCG500000
Bear Creek Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500124
Blewett Falls Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500190
Bridgewater Hydroelctric Plant—NCG500102
Bryson Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500129
Cedar Cliff Hydroelctric Plant—NCG500125
Cower Ford Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500139
Franklin Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500657
Lookout Shoals Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500120
Marshall Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500591
Mission Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500128
Mountain Island Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500131
Nantahala Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500136
Oxford Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500119
Rhodhiss Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500108
Tennessee Creek Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500123
Thorpe Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500127
Tillery Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500189
Tuckasegee Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500126
Tuxedo Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500110
Walters Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500188
Dear Mr. Hennessy:
Duke Energy requests the subject general permit be renewed and reissued. The above referenced
permit expires July 31, 2015. As mandated by North Carolina Administrative Code 15A NCAC 21-1.0105
(e), this permit application for renewal is being submitted at least 180 days prior to expiration of the
current permit.
Please find enclosed one original and one copy of the Notice of Renewal Intent for each of the
hydroelectric facilities named above.
Duke Energy requests notification that this application is complete.
Thank you in advance for your assistance on this matter. Should you have questions regarding this
application, please contact me at(919)546-7457.
Sincerely, y�.��y
RECEN"LD
Stephen G. Cahoon
Senior Environmental Specialist JAN 2 7 2015
Attachments
SOLID WASTE SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E.Skvarla,III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)l; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)]
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500124
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC,
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address steve.cahoon @ duke-energy.com
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Bear Creek Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 4015 Canada Road
City Tuckasegee State N.C. ZIP Code 28783-
County Jackson
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address Marcus.Pitts@ duke-energy.com
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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NCG500000 Renew Application
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:_
❑ Cooling Tower Slowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Condensate Outfatt(s)#:
® Other Outfall(a)#:002
(Please describe"Other"): Sumo
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:866,880 GPD 4002:7s000 GPD 4003:_GPD 4004:_GPD
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4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(ifapplicable, use separate sheet): f
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If env box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(Le., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur: _
li) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
[]Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May Elton ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: . ®Sat. ®Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm),include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per I SA NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15 NCAC 02H.0106 a for authorized signing officials)
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Click here to enter a date.
Signature of App&alit Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute li 143-215.611 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section loot provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not mare than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/D WR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Pal McCrory Thomas A. Reeder. John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127fd11; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)[
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500102
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S.Wilmington St.
City Raleigh State NC ZIP Code 27601 -.
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Bridgewater Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Nob Zalme
Street Address 5790 Power House Road
City Morganton State NC ZIP Code 28655-
County Burke
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address nob.mime@duke energy.com
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Four
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
N Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#:001,002,003,004
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(s)#:_
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)#:_
N Other Outfall(s)#: 0004
(Please describe"Other"): Station sump,which includes powerhouse drainage and non-contact
cooling water.
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
4001:7y GPD 4002: 72,,000 GPD #003:2I60PGPD 4004: 2y GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other ®None
If am,box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval: -
NC DENR/D WR/Environmental Sciences.Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
N No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: N Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur: I,
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. [:]Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: N Sat. N Sun. N Mon. N Tue. N Wed. N Thu. N Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ I copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete. -
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that 1 am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM HI Regional Fleet
(Pleawmviewl5ANNCCAAjCO2H.0106fel for authorized signing officials) /
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Signature of Applicant. Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 11 143-215.6E provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a undertaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article,.shall be guiltyof a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense,
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E.Skvarla,III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 0211.0127(d)l; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)]
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500129
(Press Tab to navigate farm)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601 -
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Bryson Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 310 Dam Road
City Whittier State NC ZIP Code 28713-
County Swain
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge curtails(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Caftan(s)#:001,002
❑ Boiler Slowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Condensate Curtail (s)#:
❑ Other Outfall(a)#:
(Please describe"Other"): _
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001: 11,5520 GPD #002: 11y GPD 4003:_GPD 4004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other ®None
If any box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide]Ol Form and manufacturers' information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Centers,
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the months)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ® Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
i
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy] with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 021-1.0138(b)(D.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 0211 0106(e)for authorized signing officials)
(//6�2o/S
1g",G � �.,,�„ Click )ere to enter a date.
Signature ofApp1j9ZnP— Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute$ 143-215.611 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rate implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
(s10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/D WR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Pal McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla,III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)1;[term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)]
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoC): NCG500125
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone it 919-546-7457 Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Cedar Cliff Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 1478 Canada Road
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIP Code 28783-
County Jackson
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Slowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(s)#:
® Other Outfall(s)#: 002
(Please describe"Other"): Sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD): 'I
#001:763,200 GPD #002:32,000 GPD #003:_GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If any box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge? (i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Ian ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ® Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri. '
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ I copy] with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant, per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 02H 0106/(/e)for authorized signing officials)
.Ag'�& (' ,({�r..c,� Click hel�Yo �aa.
Signature ofAppl� Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute$ 143-215.6B provides that;
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a role implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 1 B U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already12ays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Pat McCrory Thomas A.Reeder John E.Skvarla,III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)[;[term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)]
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Covers ee(CoQ: NCG500657
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601 -
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Franklin Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 564 Clyde Downs Road
City Franklin State NC ZIP Code 28734-
County Macon
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
One
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
N Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Slowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)#:
❑ Other Outfall(a)#:
(Please describe"Other"):
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
4001: 7 GPD #002:_GPD 4003:_GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other ®None
If my box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section _
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.) i.
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Ali
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: N Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑7an ❑Pcb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May Elicit ❑Sul [-]Aug. [:]Sept, ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: N Sat. N Sun. N Mon. .N Tue. N Wed. N Thu. N Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm),include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H .0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 115A NCAC 0211.0106(e)for Zarb signing officials)
/(�� �[�.r... Click here to enter a date.
Signature of Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 6 143-215.613 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a tale implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C.Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
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Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)I, [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)]
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coveraee(CoC): NCG500591
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Marshall Hydroelectric Plant
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 7602 Bear Creek Road
City Marshall State NC ZIP Code 28753-
County Madison
Telephone# [phone] Fax# -Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
One
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
❑ Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)#:
® Other Outfall(s)#: 001
(Please describe"Other"): Sumy
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:4,320 GPD #002:_GPD #003:_GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If my box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit r
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
Elton ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May Ellen ❑Sul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ® Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ I copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant, per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(I).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing:. Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 1 A NCAC 0211.0106(e)for authorized signing officials)
Click here to enter a date.
Signature of,4106ant Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 5 143-215.6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in.any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article;or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rainmaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C.Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or.imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coveraee under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E.Swarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)I; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)1
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500128
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailer!)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Sheet Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Mission Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 1765 Mission Dam Road
City Murphy State NC ZIP Code 28904-
County Clay
Telephone# [phone] Feet# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge curtails(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
One
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
❑ Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#:_
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:_ �'-
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(s)#:
N Other Outfall(s)#: 001
(Please describe"Other"): Sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001: 17,280 GPD #002:_GPD #003:_GPD 4004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide El Other_ ®None
i
If mv,box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers' information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) Thedischargeis: N Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan [-]Feb []Mar. [-]Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: N Sat. N Sun. N Mon. N Tue. N Wed. N Thu. N Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ I copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H .0138(b)(I).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 02H.0106(e)for au
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/
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Sign atureeofApp Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 6 143-215.61)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a role implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already nays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/D WR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E.Skvarla,III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by I5A NCAC 02H.0127(dll; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)1
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Covering e(CoQ: NCG500136
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facilityowner/operator: (address.to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St.
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Nantahala Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 27656 Wayah Road
City Topton State NC ZIP Code 28781-
County Macon
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc, that convey wastewater from the property):
Three
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#: 00_�002
❑ Boiler Slowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(s)#:
® Other Outfall(s)#: 003
(Please describe "Other"): Sumo
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
i
#001:576000 GPD #002: 576,000 GPD #003:72,000 GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(it'app/icable, me separate sheet): It
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If any box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur: —
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ®Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy] with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H 0138(b)(I).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 0211 0t06(e)for authorized signing officials)
Click/Hereid en a`date.
�Aaw.�n
Signature of Appl cant Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 6 143-215 611 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a ralemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
(s10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already nays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
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Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Division of Water Resources
Pal McCrory Thomas A.Reeder John E..Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)1; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)[
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500108
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should he mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S.Wilmington St.
City Raleigh State NC ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Rhodhiss Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Nob Zalme
Street Address 109 Powerhouse Road
City Rhodhiss State NC ZIP Code 28667-
County Caldwell
Telephone# [phone] Fax# -Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge entrails(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Three
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(a)#: 001,002,003
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)#:_
❑ Other Outfall(a)#:
(Please describe"Other"):
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:13y GPD #002: 13 800 GPD #003: 13y0 GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s)added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If arry box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers- information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge? (i.e., retention ponds,
setdingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(Le., design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ®Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original + 1 copy] with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant, per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Plense review IM NCAC 0211 0106fe1 for authorized signing officials)
���s
.iw Click bete [ enter a date.
Signature ofApp nt Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 6 143-215.613 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C.Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already nays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E.Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.Q127(dIl; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)1
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoC): NCG500123
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator;. (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Tennessee Creek Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Sheet Address 41 Mountain Farm Lane
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIP Code 28783-
County Jackson
Telephone# [phone] Fax# -Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc, that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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NCG500009 Renewal Application
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
N Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Slowdown Outfall(a)#:_
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(s)#:_
❑ Condensate Outfall(s)#:
N Other Outfall(a)#: 002
(Please describe"Other"): Sumps
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:288,000 GPD #002: 18_ 0 GPD #003:_GPD #004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemicals] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If any box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'infonnation on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit f
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: N Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan []Feb Elmer, ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: N Sat. N Sun. N Mon. N Tue. N Wed. N Thu. N Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 024I/01//0/fifel for
rrraauthorized signing officials)
/,�r e eel ,r/�/r/i`CO/f
"ntl,G7/an/�, �S� Click rere fo enter a ate.
Signature ofApp t Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute¢-143-215.6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a ride implementing this.
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rainmaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C.Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already nays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000.
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director - Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)]; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(1911
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500127
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should he mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Thorpe Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 13201 Highway 107
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIP Code 28783-
County Jackson
Telephone# [phone] Fax# -Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
M Non-contact cooling water Outfall(a)#:001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(a)#:_
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)#:
M Other Outfall(a)#: 002
(Please describe"Other"): Sumo
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:53_1,360 GPD #002:72,0000 GPD #003:_GPD #004:_GPD
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4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge (.
point(ifapplicable, use separate sheet): �-
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If my box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: M Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: M Sat. M Sun. M Mon. M Tue. M Wed. M Thu. M Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy] with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
1 certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 2H.0106e for authorized signing officials)
/�/&/zoiS Click here to enter a date.
Signature ofApp t Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 8 143-215.613 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to he operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/D WR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pal McCrory Thomas A.Reeder John E. Swarla, Ill
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(dl1; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(191I
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoQ: NCG500110
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S.Wilmington St.
City Raleigh State NC ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Tuxedo Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Nob Zolme
Street Address Rt. 1 Box 104A,Pot Shoals Road
City Flat Rock - State NC ZIP Code 28731-
County Henderson
Telephone# [phone] Fax
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#: OOy
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Outfall(s)#:—
❑ Condensate Outfall(s)#:_
❑ Other Outfall(s)#:
(Please describe"Other"): —
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:21600 GPD #002:21,600 GPD 4003:_GPD 4004:_GPD
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4) Please check the type of chemical[sl added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
Dint i applicable, use separate sheet i
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❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide El Other ®None
If anv box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. li
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the months)the discharge occurs:
[]Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr [:]May ❑Jun Eliot []Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ®Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ® Fri.
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NCG500000 Renewal Application
Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ I copy] with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives..If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized.Representative of the
applicant,per I SA NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 02H.0106(e)for authorized signing officials)
Ze4 ic rare to enter a date.
Signature ofApp as Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 8 143-215.6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, reward,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include'a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5.years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire.package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A.Reeder John E.Swarla,III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 02H.0127(d)1; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)1
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Covering e(CoC): NCG500126
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should he mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Tuckasegee Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 41 Disney Lane
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIP Code 28783-
County Jackson
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge cattails(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Two
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
❑ Non-contact cooling water Outfall(s)#:
❑ Boiler Blowdown Outfall(s)#:_
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Curtail(s)#:_
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)#:_
❑ Other Outfall(a)#: 002
(Please describe"Other"): SUmp
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:20160 GPD 4002: 40320 GPD #003:_GPD 9004:_GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If my box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e.,retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e,,design volume,retention time, surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: M Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
Elton ❑Feb ❑Mar. []Apr ❑May ❑Sun ❑7u1 ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: M Sat. M Sun. M Mon. M Tue. M Wed. M Thu. M Fri.
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Additional Application Requirements:
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm), include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant,per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review I;A NCAC 0211 1 for authorized signing officials)
.;Lti' —C- Z'�, Click here to enter a date.
Signature ofAp nt Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 6 143-215.613 provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required in be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more than 5 yews, or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coverage under NCG500000
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A.Reeder John E.Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
NOTICE OF RENEWAL INTENT
[Required by 15A NCAC 0211.0127(d)I; [term definition see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(19)I
Application for renewal of existing coverage under General Permit NCG500000
Existing Certificate of Coverage(CoC): NCG500188
(Press Tab to navigate form)
1) Mailing address of facility owner/operator: (address to which all correspondence should be mailed)
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Steve Cahoon
Street Address 410 S Wilmington St.
City Raleigh State N.C. ZIP Code 27601-
Telephone# [phone] Fax# [phone]
Email Address [e-mail]
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Walters Hydroelectric Plant
Facility Contact W.Marcus Pitts
Street Address 1251 Waterville Road
City Waterville State NC ZIP Code 29786-
County Haywood
Telephone# [phone] Fax# - -
Email Address [e-mail]
3) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving stream?
® Yes
❑ No—Please submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point,if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge outfalls(ditches,pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the property):
Four
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c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points,if more than one.
® Non-contact cooling water Outfall(a)#: 001,002,003
❑ Boiler Slowdown Outfall(s)#:_ I_
❑ Cooling Tower Slowdown Outfall(a)#:
❑ Condensate Outfall(a)it:
® Other Outfall(s)#: 004
(Please describe"Other"): Sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#001:946,080 GPD 4002: 94y0 GPD #003: 946,080 GPD #004: 205,000 GPD
4) Please check the type of chemical[s] added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(ifapplicable, use separate sheet):
❑Chlorine ❑Biocides ❑Corrosion inhibitors ❑Algaecide ❑Other_ ®None
If any box other than None is checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and manufacturers'information on the
additive must be submitted to the following address for approval:
NC DENR/DWR/Environmental Sciences Section
Aquatic Toxicology Unit F
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1621
5) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge?(i.e., retention ponds,
settlingponds, etc.)
❑ Yes-Please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume,retention time,surface area,etc.)with submittal
package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail.
® No
6) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonal
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal,check the month(s)the discharge occurs:
❑Jan ❑Feb ❑Mar. ❑Apr ❑May ❑Jun ❑Jul ❑Aug. ❑Sept. ❑Oct. ❑Nov. ❑Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs: ® Sat. ® Sun. ®Mon. ®Tue. ®Wed. ®Thu. ®Fri.
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Additional Application Requirements: _
The following information must be included in duplicate [original+ 1 copy]with this application or it
will be returned as incomplete.
➢ Site map. If the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must
be clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
➢ Authorization for representatives. If this application will be submitted by a consulting
engineer(or engineering firm),include documentation from the Permittee showing that the
consultant submitting the application has been designated an Authorized Representative of the
applicant, per 15A NCAC 02H.0138(b)(1).
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Randy C.Herrin Title: GM III Regional Fleet
(Please review 15A NCAC 0211 0106(e)for authorized signing officials)
� Click here to enter a dale.
Signature ofAp c Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute& 143-215 6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, retard,
report, plan, or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rate implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a mlemaking proceeding or contested case
under this Article;or who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly random inaccurate any recording or monitoring device
or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission implementing this
Article, shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten thousand dollars
($10,000). 1 a U.S.C, Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fare or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,
for a similar offense.
This Notice of Renewal Intent does NOT require a separate fee.
The permitted facility already pays an annual fee for coveraee under NCG500000.
Mail the original and one copy of the entire package to:
NC DENR/DWR/Water Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: Charles Weaver
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1) Mailing address of owner/operator: l# I MAR 5 2012 i
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC T
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Owner Name Allen slows-Water Management COI\41,.C'PICE
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Street Address 526 South Church Street,Intemfgce,EC13K '
City charlotte State c ZIP ODde-2e2D?
Telephone No. 004) 382.4309
Fax (]04) 382-1681
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Tennessee Creek Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Kell;A.Moore
Street Address 41 Mountain Farm Lane
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIPCode
Caldwell 28]83
County
Telephone No, ers 2113-5]26 Fax: NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Fmm ceaar cnnstanon,eominaa on Hwy 2Gl mr as muss to
Bear Creek on right. Continue 10 miles,cross over wolf Creek Dam. Turn right at the log cabin house and 2 miss to the elation.
(A copy of a county map or I/SGS quad sheet with facility steady,located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
19 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
iR No
❑ yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge,
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes,channels, etc, that convey wastewater from the
property): Three
c) Whet type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one,
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
9 Other Discharge point(s)#: 002,003
(Please describe"Other") sumps
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 0nvinv^^ #2: 288,000 #3: 180,000
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e) Please describe the type of process(i.e., compressor,A/C unit,chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
Hydroelectric generetor
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item(8)above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations) should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. 0 Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. 0 Aug. 0 Sept, 0 Oct. 0 Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 6 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. iR Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Tuckasegee River-East Fork
b) Stream Classification: Ws-III,B,TR,ORW
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification held, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the.Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Altematives'.
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system(if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.CioolSby
Title: Vice Pracident Hydro Fleet
(Signature 6fApplice t) (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
8 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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Mr.Charles Weaver Mailing Mom,:
State of North Carolina EC13K/PO 8��1006
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Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality Natural Resources
NPOES Permits unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1617
Subject: Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC—NPDES Permit Application
Renewal of NPIDES General Permit-#NCG50000o
Bear Creek Hydroelectric Plant—NCO500124
Bridgewater Hydroalctric Plant—NCO500102
Bryson Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500129
Cedar Cliff Hydroelctric Plant—NCG500125
Cowan Ford Hydroelectric Plant—NCG5001 39
Franklin Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500657
Lookout Shoals Hydroelectric Plant—NCG5oo120
Mission Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500128
Mountain Island Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500131
Nantabala Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500136
Oxford Hydroelectric Plant—NCG50()1 19
Rhodhiss Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500108
Tennessee Creek Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500123
Thorpe Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500127
Tuckasegee Hydroelectric Plant—NCG500126
Tuxedo Hydroelectric Plant—NCG5001 ig
Dear Mr. Weaver:
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC requests the subject general permit be renewed and reissued. The above
referenced Permit expires July 31 2012. As mandated by North Carolina Administrative Code 15A NCAC
2H.0105(a),this permit application for renewal is being submitted at least 180 days prior to expiration of
the current permit.
Please find enclosed in triplicate, the Notice of Renewal Intent for each of the hydroelectric facilities
named above.
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC requests notification that this application is complete,
Thank you in advance for Your assistance on this matter. Should you have questions regarding this
application, please contact me at(704) 382-4309,
Sincerely,
Allen Stowe
Water Management
Attachments
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Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,u-o r -.i, rg c =loE
Owner Name Allen Stowe-water Management Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interoffice-EC13K
City Charlene State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (7ga) 3824309 Fax: [phone]
"Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
21 Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Beer Creek Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Keith A.Moore
Street Address 4015 Cenatla Road
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIP Code 28783
County Jackson
Telephone No. fi2B 293-b Ub Fax: N/A
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names,state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Fromlmannesernef Nwy441 sown and Rwy tmm oivacom tum
left onto Hwy te]IHaywood Rd. Go 14,5 miles to Hwy 291,Wm dfl Go 1113 miles past Cade Cliff Rend Continue 3-0mlbe Gear Creeh le on IM1e right
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with facility Cleady located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
41 This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
6) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submits site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, lithe storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): 2
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Slowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Slowdown Discharge point(s)A
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
9 Other Discharge point(s)#: 002
(Please describe"Other") sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: eee,eeo�ma v�.� #2: 72,000 #3: #1
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e.,compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler,etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
8) If any box in item (8)above, other than none, was checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics (i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area,etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application, Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ SeasonalD
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. 0 Feb. ❑ Mar. 0 Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. 0 Aug. 0 Sept. 0 Oct. 0 Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake,etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Tuckasegee River-West Fork
b) Stream Classification: WS-111,13jR,ORW
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal (including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system(if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components (if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate,
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol 5.Goolsby
Title: ViCP EMSirfPnt H)trlr!'o Pleat
C� S "'A " 2L ego
(Signatur�of Appliant)
(D to Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b(i)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mall three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
IR 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water,boiler blowdown, cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address'of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Camllnsa,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,InterotOce-EC13K
City Chadone State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 3824309 Fax: [phone]
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Bridgewater Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Mike Leo
Street Address 5790 Power House Road
City Morganton State NC ZIP Code 25555
County Burke
Telephone No. 328 391-6/40 Fax: N/A
0) Physical location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). 1-40 west of Morganton: Take Exit 94(Dysartavnle),turn right.
Go to No 70,Wm left,go appmx 2 miles. Turn Ight on N Powerhouse Rd,turn right on Powerhouse Rd, Go 0.5 mile to the station
(A copy of a county map or❑SGS quad sheet arm facility cieady located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc.that convey wastewater from the
property): One-Tailrace
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge points)M 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)A
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)#:
(Please describe"Other')
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 166,320 #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e.,compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item (8)above,other than none,was checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics (i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data (including calculations) should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonslo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: ❑ Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May ❑ Jun. ❑ Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek,stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Catawba River
b) Stream Classification: NB-IV
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system(if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Car0l S.GOolsby
Title:/_Vint E!MSSjdPnt Hydro FIP at
(Signature of Applicant)
(Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b(1) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as Incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NC13500000: Non contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interoffice-EC13K
City Charlotte State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 362-4309 Fax; (T04) 362-1681
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Bryson Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Gary Morgan
Street Address 310 Dam Road
City whinier State NC ZIP Code 26113
County swam
Telephone No. 828 369.4605 Fax: N/A
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Frmn Dmisbnrcl Take Hwy 74 West to Exit]2to Wnlluer no mline),
Marge ont°Hwy 18A. Follow toat°p sign at Hwy 18 and Hwy 19A intersedlan. Tina rial;go 01 miles tum Orin°n gravel road Plant at end of maE
(A copy of a county map m USGS quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be Submitted with this appllostion)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
® No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? ® Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): one
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge points)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge points)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 11,520 #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e., compressor,A/C unit,chiller, boiler,etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge paint(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item (8)above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge (i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three (3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 13 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the months)the discharge occurs: O Jan. ❑ Feb. O Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May ❑ Jun, ❑ Jul. O Aug. ❑ Sept, ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. A Sun. 9 Mon. W Tue, 9 Wed. ® Thu. 13 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake,etc,)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system(4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Oconaluftee River
b) Stream Classification: HQW,TR,C
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
16) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S,GOolsby
Title: -Vita Prp irlpritt H_�erjrrci P1001
(Signature ofApplican?) (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.215.6 b(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mall three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following Items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the Issuance of an NPDES permit
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NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water,boiler blowdown, cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
t) Mailing address of ownerloperator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 south church Street,lnterofloe-EC13K
City Charlotte State NC ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 382-4309 Fax PO4) 382-1881
"Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Cedar Cliff Hydroelectric station
Facility Contact Keith A.Moore
Street Address 1478 Canada Road
City Tuckaseme State NC ZIP Code 28783
County Jackson
Telephone No. 828 293-5724 Fax: N/A
3) Physical location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection), epmi"ImaeaJun orawy4al semaaaJ N.y for"oul,ba,a,w.a ten
onto Hwy107 Haywoed Rd. Go 14.5 miles,lure left on Hwy 261. Go a max 3 miles,turn right into Cedar Cliff(no sign-cabled gate only.
(A copy of a county map or❑SGS quad sheet Win facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following :
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
13 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): one
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge points)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)4:
(Please describe"Other')
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: rMa M'.,mV,, #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e.,compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name:
Manuf.:
B None
9) If any box in item(8)above,other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
n) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: O Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May ❑ Jun. ❑ Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 8 Sun. 9 Mon. 8 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Tuckasegee River-East Fork
b) Stream Classification: VV&III,B,TR,ORW
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non4scharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring lags and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of.Wastewater Disposal Altematives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges, the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant,
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-'Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.Go0lSby
Title: -Vice erresident Hvdro Pipet
(Signature o Applicant) E (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-216.6 b(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money orderfor$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the Issuance of an NPDES permit
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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate, and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address'of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 528 Souih Church Street,Intern lae-EC13K
City Unbound State N.D. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 3824309 Fax: (]04) 382-1681
`Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name COwan'S Ford Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Rantly Hodan
Street Address zsl Gmos Lane
City Stanley NC
County unamn State ZIP Code 28164
Telephone No. 704 B1z-1104 Fax, 704 8754207
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Take 1-71 N W Exit 25,turn left on Sam Fun Rd(Hwy 73).
lah,av for eppmx 6 moles,Was McGuire Nuclear S.tlon,cross dveg stetlon is on the right.
(A copy of a county map or usGS quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ Newor Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
IR Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
B No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What Is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes,channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Fourteen
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: r'°r°^^=°°�e=a•a a,=„.,^av„e�°r
❑ Boiler Slowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
9 Other Discharge point(s)#: I'°r^'°^=oe°^=^•^^°•^^av�e�•r
(Please describe"Other") Please reference attached drawings and table)
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e.,compressor, A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge Point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
8) If any box in item(8)above, other than none, was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area,etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data (including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit, The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan, 0 Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. 0 Aug. 0 Sept. ❑ Oct. 0 Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. B Sun. 9 Mon. IR Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake,etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Catawba River
b) Stream Classification: ws-Ill
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges, the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point,
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system(if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.Goolsby
Title: View PrEsident Hvdrn Flapt
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(signature ofApplibant)— (Date igned)
North Carolina General Statute 143-216.6 b III provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following Items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
IR 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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002 1728,000 Based on a maximum dischar a of 1750 opm
003 172,800 Based on a maximum dischar a of 170 m
004 26,784 Based on a maximum discharge of 18.6 gpm
005 1,728,000 Based on a maximum discharge of 1750 m
006 172,800 Based on a maximum discharge of 170 m
007 26,784 Based on a maximum dischar a of 18.6 m
008 1.728,000 Based on a maximum dischar a of 1750 m
009 172,800 Based on a maximum discha a of 170 m
010 26,784 Based on a maximum dischar1,11a of 18.6lgpm
011 1 728.000 Based on a maximum discharge of 1750 qPM
012 172 800 Based on a maximum discharge of 170 m
013 432,000 Based on a maximum discharge of 300 gpm
014 348 000 Based on a maximum discharge of 242 1
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NCG500000 Ror,m Mai aed la
NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Nan-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown, cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street.Interoffice-EC13K
Cif Charlotte
y State N.C. ZIP Code 26202
Telephone No. pool 3eza3os
Fax goal 362-1861
Address to which all permit correspondence will be malted
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Franklin Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Gary Morgan
Street Address 564 Clyde Downs Road
City Fmmoun State N.C. ZIP Code 26134
County Marna
Telephone No. 020 369-4605 Fax: N/A
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names,state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Txke alphwey74 to EAR et To.-I Highway M441 m Franklin,
(urn right on Clyde Downs Road,Franklin Hydro will be on the lea approximately 0.3 miles down Clyde Downs Road.
(A copy of a county map or❑SGS quad sheet with facility dearly located on the map is required to be submitted with thla application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
B Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generaron
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
Viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc.that convey wastewater from the
property): One
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowtlown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowtlown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point (in GPD):
#1: 4.74 E+8 #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e.,compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
B None
9) If any box in item (8)above,other than none,was checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: ❑ Jan, ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May ❑ Jun. ❑ Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct, ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge,per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (413), name the operator of the 4S (e.g.City of Raleigh). Little Tennessee River
b) Stream Classification: Class c
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's "Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges, the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.GODlsby
Title: dine PreSidr>nt Hydro Ejeed
(Signature of Applica({) (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b(i)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water,boiler blowdown, cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator;
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interoffice-EC 13K
City Charade State N.O. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 3824309 Fax: [phone]
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Lookout Shoals Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Mike Leil
Street Address 678 Lookout Dam Road
City Statesville State NC ZIP Code 25625
County Initial
Telephone No. 704 878-3959 Fax: NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Take 147 N to 1=40 W In Sell Take Sharon School
Road exit,turn right. Go 1.6 males,turn left on Island Ford Road;Station is 2.5 miles ahead.
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ Newor Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no,submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Three-Tailrace
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001,002,003
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 86,400 #2: 100,800 #3: 100,800 #4
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e., compressor,A/C unit,chiller, boiler,etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment , per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf,:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item(8)above,other than none, was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes IR No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time,surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonaln
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. 0 Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun, ❑ Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. 0 Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
B Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake,etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges and up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system(4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh), Catawba River
b) Stream Classification: W&N,a,CA
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Altematives'.
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7,5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.GDDISby
Title: _Vino President Hvdfrrn{Flap}
(Signature of Applica}it), (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b(i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
Included:
® Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
iR 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
I@ Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the Issuance of an NPDES permit
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NCG600000: Non-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energycarolrnea,t-C
Owner Name Allen Stowe-water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interstice-EC13K
City Charlotte State N.C. ZIP Code 2e202
Telephone No. (704) 3924308 Fax (704) 3e2-1681
`Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Mission Hydraelectno Station
Facility Contact Gary Morgan
Street Address 1765 Misslan oem Rosa
city
County Cleyphy State NC ZIP Code 28904
Telephone No. see 369a605 Fax: NA
3) Physical location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). -1> .I..o'aMln Mmtll,.,� e.a.,.++Gom�Gonamlle,,
lum letton Gppe,peeN Tne q0. Go+mlle.lum,bhl on Mlubn Rd Ga 1.5 mllee,lmn lell on Mlsaloo G m R6 so,,mile.Wm,I... .a.,...hoed P,.,t el end M mntl
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this applicallom
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following :
❑ NeworProposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
W Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc.that convey wastewater from the
property): one
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
B Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)M
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)M
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 17,280 #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e.,compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment , per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf,:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
® None
9) If any box in item(8)above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: O Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May ❑ Jun. ❑ Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. O Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat, 9 Sun, 9 Mon. 9 Tue. IR Wed. 9 Thu. 8 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S (e.g. City of Raleigh). Hiwassee River
b) Stream Classification: WA-MC
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include baring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges, the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components (if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol 5.O00lsby
Title[ —Vice
-Prrasidnnt Hydro Float
(Signature ofAppgcant) V I(Date'Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.216.6 b(1) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mall three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following Items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
IR Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address' of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Garclioes,LLc
Owner Name Area Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interefgoe-E013K
City Charles. State N.c. ZIPCode 28202
Telephone No. (7oa) 3824309 Fax: [phone]
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Mountain Island Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Randy Horton
Street Address 439 Mountain Island Road
City Mt.Holly State NC ZIP Code 28120
County Gaston
Telephone No. 7N 382-9183 Fax: [phone]
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Take I-85 S to Hwy 273 going toward Mt.Holly. Pass
Freightliner truck plant on right. Go 1314 miles,turn right on Mt Island Rd beside water tower. Station is at end of read.
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with faculty clearly located on the map Is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ NeworProposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
5) What Is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc.that convey wastewater from the
property): Four
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
8 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)A 001,002,003,004
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)A
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 122,400 #2: 106,660 #3: 136,800 #4 151,200
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e., compressor,A/C unit, chiller,boiler,etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment,per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item (8)above,other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area,etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data (including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: W Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. 0 Aug. 0 Sept. 0 Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
8 Sat. 19 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. B Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri,
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges and up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system(4S), name the operator of the 4S (e.g. City of Raleigh). Catawba River
b) Stream Classification: WS-III
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) TOO much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Altematives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map (or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.GDolsby
Title: Vice Prpsirfwnt Hydro Float
e-
(Signaturg ofApplicarl) (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.216.6 to(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mall three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
Included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the Issuance of an NPDES permit
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NCG500000 ""As1n
NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate, and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stows-Water Management
Street Address 5265outh Churoh Street.Interefflce-EC13K
City Charlene State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (Iea) aez4309 Fax [phone]
"Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Numerals Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Gary Morgan
Street Address 27656 Wayah Road
City opron
County Mexico State NC ZIP Code 28761
Telephone No. e26 3694605 Fax NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). ^lcesio'e.n.w,
Nentebala Hydra is 0.2 mile an right.
(A copy of a County map or USGS quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
6) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no,submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc.that convey wastewater from the
property): Two
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge points)#:
9 Other Discharge point(s)#: 002
(Please describe"Other") sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: ,.,znoo(m. w) #2: 72,000 #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e.,compressor,A/C unit,chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item(8)above, other than none,was checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e.,design volume, retention time, surface area,etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit.,The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
1) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. 0 Feb. ❑ Mar, ❑ Apr.
❑ May O Jun. ❑ Jul. O Aug. 0 Sept. 0 Oct. ❑ Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake,etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Namahala River
b) Stream Classification: TR,C
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells,etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.Ci00lsby
Title: -Vice President. Hyrim BeRA
C��S > zc uiz
(Signature ofApplidant)
(Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.8 b(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1817
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
iR Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NCG500000
NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water,boiler blowdown,cooling tower biowdown, condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
t) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,InteroBice-Eel 3K
City Charlotte State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (204) 362-0309 Fax: (704) 31
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Oxford Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Mike Lall
Street Address 6874 Highway 16 North
City Conover State NC ZIP Code 28613
County Catawba
Telephone No. 204 382-0444 Fax: NA
3) Physical location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Take w]N to 14O W in Statesville. Take Hwy 16 exit
pro right. Go 840 nrRes la Cetewba River. Turn left just before the bridge at the OxbN Hydra Station sign.
(A copy of a county map or USES quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following :
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
liii Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
IN No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
8) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation -
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NCG500000 N.O.I-
7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no,submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Two-Tailrace
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)M 001,002
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)M
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 159,840 #2: 159,840 #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e.,compressor, A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
8 None
9) If any box in item (8) above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
101 Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds,etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes,please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time,surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
it) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: ❑ Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. O Apr.
❑ May O Jun. O Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun, 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri,
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake,etc,)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Catawba River
b) Stream Classification: w's-v
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges, the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point,
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the beat of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol 5.O00lsby
Title: Virg President Hydro Fleet
(Signature olApplicant)( (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.216.6 b(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mall three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
B 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NCG500000 a<m,o-nssi <am
NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water,boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address'of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interoffice-EC13K
City Charlotte State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 362%4309 Fax [phone]
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Rhodhiss Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Mike Lou
Street Address 109 Powerhouse Road
City Rhodhiss State NC ZIP Code 26667
County Caldwell
Telephone No. 626 4g6a616 Fax NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Take 1-40 W In Statesville to Hwy 321 in Hickc, Exit Jan on
Hwy 321A. At ends light,turn left on Duke St. Cress over rallroed tracks. Bear lee just after tracks. Go 112 mile,turn right at elation
(A wpy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with facility steady located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following :
❑ Newor Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Elemric Generation
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points (ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Three-Tailrace
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001,002,003
❑ Boiler Slowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Slowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge points)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 136,800 #2: 136,800 #3: 136,800 #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e., compressor, A/C unit, chiller, bailer, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
O Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item (8) above,other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc,)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics (i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc,)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data (including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: ❑ Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. O Apr.
❑ May ❑ Jun. 0 Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
8 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. B Tue. iR Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system(4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Catawba River
b) Stream Classification: Ws-ll
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal (including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the.Division's"Guidance For the.Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges, the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map (or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol 5.000lSby
Title:/Vice ecesidwnt H�,dro Fleet
(Signature olApplicant)l (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.215.6 b (1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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 $26,000 or imprisonment not more
than 5 years, or both,for a similar offense.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following Items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
B 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address'of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interoffice�EC13K
City Charlotte State N.C. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. poa) 382-4308 Fax [phone]
Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Tennessee Creek Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Keith A. .or.
Street Address 41 Mountain Farm Lane
City Tuckasegee State NC ZIP Code
County Caldwell State
Telephone No. szs 283-5128 Fax NA
3) Physical location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names,state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). r,nmcedar Clla station,continue on Hwy 281 for 3.4 miles to
Beer Creekondght Continue l0 miles,cross over WolfCreek Dam Turn right at thelogcable house and2 miss tothe stallo
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with facility,clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following :
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
Ni Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge paints(ditches, pipes,channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Three
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)M 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)M
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
B Other Discharge points)#: 002,003
(Please describe"Other") sumps
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: #2: 288,000 #3: 180,000
#4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e. ,compressor,A/C unit,chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name:
Manuf.:
B None
9) If any box in item (8) above, other than none, was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers'information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail, Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3) sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
it) If seasonal check the months)the discharge occurs: Cl Jan. 0 Feb. 0 Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. ❑ Aug. ❑ Sept. 0 Oct. 11 Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges and up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system(4S), name the operator of the 4S(e.g. City of Raleigh). Tuckasegee River-East Fork
b) Stream Classification: Ws-III,e,TR,ORW
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Avallable
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) TOO much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the.Evaluation of WastewaterOisposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map (or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Car0l S.Go0lsby
Title:
,�_-Vices Precidant Hydro Plnet
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(Signature 6fApplica f) (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-216.6 b(i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.D0 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as Incomplete unless all of the following Items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG600000: Non contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate,and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy camimas,llC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,Interoffice-EC13K
City Charlotte State N.C. ZIP Code 2e202
Telephone No. (704) 352=4309 Fax: (704) 332-te8l
"Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Thorpe Creek Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Keith A.Moore
Street Address 13201 Highway 107
city DOrrieva State ND ZIP Code 28133
County Jacks.,
Telephone No. 623 293-5195 Fax NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). From intersection of Hwy 441 S and Hwy 107 In oluanem,turn
left on Hwy 1071Haywood Rd. Go 14.5 miles to Hwy 281. Continue on Hwy 107 for 3.1 miles. Station Is on left.
(A ropy of a county map or Uses quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted wth this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
6) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes O No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc,that convey wastewater from the
property): one
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)A
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)M
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)M
(Please describe"Other')
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: #2: #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e., compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item (8)above, other than none,was checked,a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes,please include design specifics(i.e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package. Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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NCG500000 N.O.I.
11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent,describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the months)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. 0 Feb. ❑ Mar. 0 Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. 0 Aug. 0 Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. ID Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek,stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S (e.g. City of Raleigh), Tuckasegee River-West Fork
b) Stream Classification: WS-IILa,TR,oRW
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm)submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable), The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I cerlify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.Cioolsby
Title: ,Vine President Hydro Plaal
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(Signature oflApplicant) Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 b(i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document fled 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617.Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NCDENRNational Pollutant Discharge Elimination System be a 1 Amnwlt
-,,,e NCG500000 Near Ari, rat.
NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water, boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate, and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,marafice-Eel 3K
City charlotte State N.o- ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 3824309 Fax: [phone]
`Address to which all permit correspondence will be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Tuckasegae Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Keith A.Moore
Street Address No Highway 107
City Tuckasegae State No ZIP Code 28783
County Jackson
Telephone No. 828 293-7013 Fax: NA
3) Physical location Information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). . Farm intermi of Hwy 441 a and Hwy 107 in olllmoro,turn ten
on Hwy 10VH.wo d Rd Go 14.6 miles to Hwy 281. Continuo on Hwy 107 for 1.8 miles. Driveway on light goes by mobile home,leads to station.
(A copy of a county map or Uses quad sheet with facility clearly located on the map is required to be submitted Win this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
9 Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
6) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
Ill No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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NCG5000O0 N.O.I.
7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked.This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge paints(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Two
c) What type of wastewater is discharged? Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
8 Non-contact cooling water Discharge points)#: 001
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
B Other Discharge point(s)#: 002
(Please describe"Other") Sump
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point(in GPD):
#1: 627.e40(ma.nw) #2: 40,320 #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process (i.e.,compressor,A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge paint(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment , per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
I3 None
9) If any box in item (8)above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics(i,e., design volume, retention time, surface area, etc.)with
submittal package, Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations) should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 9 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonalo
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. 0 Feb. 0 Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. ❑ Aug. 0 Sept. ❑ Oct. ❑ Nov. 0 Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat. ® Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek, stream, river, lake, etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system (4S), name the operator of the 4S (e.g. City of Raleigh). Tuckasegee River-West Fork
b) Stream Classification: WS-III,B,TR,ORW
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) TOO much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. it should also include a present value of costs analysis as
outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal Alternatives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream, the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system(if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiarwith the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.GDDlsby
Title: _ nce President Hydro Flaef
(Signature ofAppfic nr) (Date Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143-216.6 b(1)provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
included:
B Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
B 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of costs for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG500000: Non-contact cooling water,boiler blowdown,cooling tower blowdown,condensate, and
similar point source discharges
(Please print or type)
1) Mailing address'of owner/operator:
Company Name Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC
Owner Name Allen Stowe-Water Management
Street Address 526 South Church Street,intemlfce-EC13K
City Charlotte State NA. ZIP Code 28202
Telephone No. (704) 382�4309 Fax: [phone]
*Address to which ail permit correspondence wit be mailed
2) Location of facility producing discharge;
Facility Name Tuxedo Hydroelectric Station
Facility Contact Randy Horton
Street Address Rt 1 Box WEIA,Pot Shoals Road
City Flat Rock State NC ZIP Code 28731
County Henderson
Telephone No. 828 698-2070 Fax NA
3) Physical location information:
Please provide a narrative description of how to get to the facility(use street names, state road numbers,
and distance and direction from a roadway intersection). Take Le5SmHwy]4 Wlahemy Exit). Gulol-26wbtM1e Saluda
Exit. At stop sign.turn left on Hwy 116. Turn rigM1t and go through salads. Cross bridge. At lop of bill lam right lollow load tp powerhouse
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with fatality clearly located on the map is required to be submitted with this application)
4) This NPDES permit application applies to which of the following
❑ New or Proposed
❑ Modification
Please describe the modification:
B Renewal
Please specify existing permit number and original issue date:
5) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
9 No
❑ Yes
If yes, list the permit numbers for all current NPDES permits for this facility:
6) What is the nature of the business applying for this permit? Electric Generation
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7) Description of Discharge:
a) Is the discharge directly to the receiving water? 9 Yes ❑ No
If no, submit a site map with the pathway to the potential receiving waters clearly marked. This
includes tracing the pathway of the storm sewer to the discharge point, if the storm sewer is the only
viable means of discharge.
b) Number of discharge points(ditches, pipes, channels, etc. that convey wastewater from the
property): Two
c) What type of wastewater is discharged?Indicate which discharge points, if more than one.
9 Non-contact cooling water Discharge point(s)#: 001,002
❑ Boiler Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Cooling Tower Blowdown Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Condensate Discharge point(s)#:
❑ Other Discharge point(s)#:
(Please describe"Other")
d) Volume of discharge per each discharge point (in GPD):
#1: 21,600 #2: 21,600 #3: #4
e) Please describe the type of process(i.e., compressor, A/C unit, chiller, boiler, etc.)the wastewater is
being discharged from, per each separate discharge point(if applicable, use separate sheet):_
Hydroelectric generator
8) Please check the type of chemical added to the wastewater for treatment, per each separate discharge
point(if applicable, use separate sheet):
❑ Biocides Name: Manuf.:
❑ Corrosion inhibitors Name: Manuf.:
❑ Chlorine Name: Manuf.:
❑ Algaecide Name: Manuf.:
❑ Other Name: Manuf.:
9 None
9) If any box in item (8)above, other than none,was checked, a completed Biocide 101 Form and
manufacturers' information on the additive is required to be submitted with the application for the
Division's review.
10) Is there any type of treatment being provided to the wastewater before discharge(i.e., retention ponds,
settling ponds, etc.)? ❑ Yes 9 No
If yes, please include design specifics (i.e., design volume, retention time,surface area, etc.)with
submittal package, Existing treatment facilities should be described in detail. Design criteria and
operational data(including calculations)should be provided to ensure that the facility can comply with the
requirements of the General Permit. The treatment shall be sufficient to meet the limits set by the
general permits.
Note: Construction of any wastewater treatment facilities requires submission of three(3)sets
of plans and specifications along with the application. Design of treatment facilities
must comply with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0138. If construction applies to
this discharge, include the three sets of plans and specifications with this application.
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11) Discharge Frequency:
a) The discharge is: 8 Continuous ❑ Intermittent ❑ Seasonaln
i) If the discharge is intermittent, describe when the discharge will occur:
ii) If seasonal check the month(s)the discharge occurs: 0 Jan. ❑ Feb. ❑ Mar. ❑ Apr.
❑ May 0 Jun. 0 Jul. 0 Aug. 0 Sept. 0 Oct, ❑ Nov. ❑ Dec.
b) How many days per week is there a discharge? Seven
c) Please check the days discharge occurs:
9 Sat, 9 Sun. 9 Mon. 9 Tue. 9 Wed. 9 Thu. 9 Fri.
12) Pollutants:
Please list any known pollutants that are present in the discharge, per each separate discharge point(if
applicable, use separate sheet):
13) Receiving waters:
a) What is the name of the body or bodies of water(creek,stream, river, lake,etc.)that the facility
wastewater discharges end up in? If the site wastewater discharges to a separate storm sewer
system(4S), name the operator of the 4S (e.g. City of Raleigh). Green River
b) Stream Classification: TR,C
14) Alternatives to Direct Discharge:
Address the feasibility of implementing each of the following non-discharge alternatives
a) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System Not Available
b) Subsurface disposal(including nitrification field, infiltration gallery, injection wells, etc.) Too much flow
c) Spray irrigation Not justifiable, no significant thermal gradient or pollutant load
The alternatives to discharge analysis should include boring logs and/or other information indicating that
a subsurface system is neither feasible nor practical as well as written confirmation indicating that
connection to a POTW is not an option. It should also include a present value of costs analysis as
.outlined in the Division's"Guidance For the.Evaluation of Wastewater DisposalAllemetives".
15) Additional Application Requirements:
For new or proposed discharges,the following information must be included in triplicate with this
application or it will be returned as incomplete.
a) 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map(or a photocopied portion thereof)with discharge location
clearly indicated.
b) Site map, if the discharge is not directly to a stream,the pathway to the receiving stream must be
clearly indicated. This includes tracing the pathway of a storm sewer to its discharge point.
c) If this application is being submitted by a consulting engineer(or engineering firm), include
documentation from the applicant showing that the engineer(Or firm) submitting the application has
been designated an authorized Representative of the applicant.
d) Final plans for the treatment system (if applicable). The plans must be signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered Professional Engineer and stamped-"Final Design-Not released for construction".
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e) Final specifications for all major treatment components(if applicable). The specifications must be
signed and sealed by a North Carolina registered Professional Engineer and shall include a narrative
description of the treatment system to be constructed.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Carol S.000lsby
Title: Vice President Hvdro Float
(Signature ofApplicanf) T Signed)
North Carolina General Statute 143.215.6 to(1) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan or other document filed 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. (16 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, fora similar offense.)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for$100.00 made payable to:
NCDENR
Mail three(3)copies of the entire package to:
NPDES Permits Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been
Included:
9 Check for$100 made payable to NCDENR
9 3 copies of county map or USGS quad sheet with location of facility clearly marked on map
9 3 copies of this completed application and all supporting documents
❑ 3 sets of plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina P.E.
9 Thorough responses to items 1-7 on this application
9 Alternatives analysis including present value of casts for all alternatives
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the issuance of an NPDES permit
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