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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Ken Deaver
KACE Environmental, Inc.
2905 Wood Rd
Mooresboro, NC 28114
Dear Mr. Deaver:
John E. Skvarla III
Secretary
December 12, 2014
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO040339 -
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Center WWTP
Avery County
Class WW-1
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit has no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 22,
2014.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you
have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919) 807-
6391.
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Division of Watei-I
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Permit NCO040339
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION• OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions 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, the
North Carolina Forest Service
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Center
6065 Linville Falls Highway, south of Crossnore
Avery County
to receiving waters designated as the Linville River in subbasin 03-08-30 of the
Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2015.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2020.
Signed this day December 12, 2014
Zhomas A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NCO040339
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
The North Carolina Forest Service is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.018 MGD wastewater treatment system with the
following components:
♦ Septic tank
♦ Dosing tank
♦ Surface sandfilter
♦ Tablet chlorination
♦ Tablet dechlorination
♦ Effluent holding pond
This facility is located at the B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Center on U.S.
Highway 221 [Linville Falls Highway] south of Crossnore in Avery County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map
into the Linville River, currently classified C-Trout waters in hydrologic unit
03050101 of the Catawba River Basin.
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Permit NCO040339
Part I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration,
the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[PCS Code]
Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Sample Type
Sample
Frequency
Location
Flow
0.018 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
50050
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
00310
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
00530
NH3 as N
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
00610
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200 / 100 ml
400 / 100 ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
31616
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)2
17 Ng/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
50060
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00010
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
00400
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Footnotes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting
discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (2)].
2. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including
field -certified]. Effluent values < 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts
A. (2) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals,
then permittees must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA). The Division anticipates that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning
implementation.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part
II of this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
o Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
o Section D. (2.) Reporting
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Permit NCO040339
Section D. (6.) Records Retention,
Section E.' (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)1
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee
shall begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's
Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each
month and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted
facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet.
Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross: Media
Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all
discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to
complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original
and a copy of the computer -printed eDMR to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due
to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the
households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted
on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director.
Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must
be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior
to the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR.
Temporary waivers shall be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At
such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee
re -applies for and is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements is found on the following web page:
http: / /portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/admin/bog/­­ipu/edmr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last, day of the month
following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the
month following the commencement of discharge.
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Permit NC0040339
2. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and supersedes Section
B. (11.) (d)l
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person
described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that
person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be
delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an
eDMR user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more
information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an
eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
http: / /portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/admin/­bog/ipu/edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system
shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
U certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared
under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that
qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my
inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly
responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief,. true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant
penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and
imprisonment for knowing violations."
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)1
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR
submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years
from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at
any time [40 CFR 122.41].
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USGS Quad Name: Newland Latitude: Location
Receiving Stream: Linville River 36000'43"
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the .
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to ComMly
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41 ].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and 'Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
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10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if-
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certi under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, trite, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORQ
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class Il, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Per,-nittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
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Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.nedenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall re
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(l)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215. 1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels';
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [I 5A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [I 5A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [ 15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable. Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial. Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916 .and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the, construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215. 1 (a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance: with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User, for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment, program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(di); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the. CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment,
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [I5A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC '02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report.
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;,
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial. Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SATs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
1Us in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs; and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f)-. ['l5A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant, Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Attn: Ken Deaver
B. H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
PO Box 277
Crossnore, NC 28616
Dear Mr. Deaver:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
July 25, 2014
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Permit NCO040339
Avery County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on July 24, 2014. A member of the
NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to
complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days
before your existing permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Charles
Weaver [phone].
Sincerely,
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Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
,Asheville Regional Office
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet:: www,ncwater.oro
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Facility information
NPDES permit #:
Facility name:
WWTP class:
WWTP type:
Development:
WWTP location:
Responsible official:
Responsible " 's title:
Official's location:
Mailing address:
Phone numbers:
828-733-4242
828-733-0491
828-733-4242
828-657-1810
NC0040339 - Avery County
NCDENR — Division of Forest Resources -
BH Corpening Mountain Training Center WWTP
1
0.018 MGD WWTP with septic tank, dosing tank,
surface sand filter, tablet chlorinator; effluent
holding pond; and tablet dechlorinator.
Training center---; maximum occupancy: 80
6065 Linville Falls Hwy south of Crossnore, NC
(US Hwy 221)
(Debbie) Deborah DiPietrantonio
Facility Supervisor
6011 Linville Falls Hwy.; Crossnore, NC 28616
PO Box 277; Crossnore, NC 28616
Deborah DiPietrantonio, Facility Supervisor
"- fax
Robert Seigler, Regional Ranger, Region 3
Ken Deaver; KACE Env. — contract ORC
Operator information
Certified ORC & Grade: Morris J. Isaacs - Grade 3 — Cert. # 13458
Back-up ORC(s):
Permit information
Date issued:
Expiration date:
Stream information
Stream:
River basin:
Quad:
Grid:
Sub -basin:
Stream classification:
IWC:
Average stream flow:
Summer 7Q10 cfs:
Winter 7Q10 cfs:
2-1-2010
1-31-2015
Linville River
Catawba River Basin
Newland
C 11 SW
03 08 30
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Other information:
Directions: From the intersection of US Hwy 221 and NC Hwy
194, travel north on US Hwy 221 for 2.9 miles.
You will see the Linville River Nursery.
The entrance to the NCDENR — DFR complex is
on the right.
Follow the dirt road on past the bridge (nearly at
water level) .
The office is on the left.
The wastewater treatment facility is located
behind the training facility.

Permit NCO040339
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
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TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions 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, the
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Forest Resources
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Center
6065 Linville Falls Highway, south of Crossnore
Avery County
to receiving waters designated as the Linville River in subbasin 03-08-30 of the
Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2010.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2015.
Signed this day December 22, 2009
o en H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
December 22, 2009
Ms. Deborah DiPietrantonio
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility
P.O. Box 277
Crossnore, N.C. 28616-0277
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Dee Freeman
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0040339
B.H. Corpening WWTP
Avery County
Dear Ms. DiPietrantonio:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes no changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 7,
2009.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. 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, the 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 Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone].
Si erely,
leen H. Sullins
cc: Central Files _ __ __
As7eville Regional Office/Surface Water Protections.
PDE S-Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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Permit NCO040339
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of
this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the
exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements,
terms, and provisions included herein..
The NC DENR, Division of Forest Resources is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.018 MGD wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
♦ Septic tank
♦ Dosing tank
♦ Surface sandfilter
♦ Tablet chlorination
♦ Tablet dechlorination
♦ Effluent holding pond
This facility is located at the B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Center on U.S.
Highway 221 [Linville Falls Highway] south of Crossnore in Avery County.
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Permit NCO040339
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Pennittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
PARAMETER
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type
Sample Location
Flow
0.018 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
Monthly'
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean
200 / 100 ml
400 / 100 ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorines
17 erg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including field -
certified]. Effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall
be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
-with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
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totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following
restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with Wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour
sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.2)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]' shall be considered = 1.
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Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
Monthly Average (concentration limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limitl
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
U set
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit),
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions
or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate
the requirement.
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b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or
any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8) of the
Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319 (d) and 40
CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the
Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of
the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
d. Any person who kno2vin� violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1219
(g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
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of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Sienatoa Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
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term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"i certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (%
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 214.0105 (b) (2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
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Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and
maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator
[subcontractor] or a member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]•
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
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The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent ]imitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5.Usets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Pern ittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset
has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
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reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124) to prevent
the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of
alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or httg://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lab/cert.httn) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
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Personnel conducting testing of field -certified parameters must hold the appropriate field parameter
certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.
If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
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b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)].
soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may, justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.410) (6)].
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b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of
all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making
any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in
NCGS 143-215.1 (b) (2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more
than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR
122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
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The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / DWQ / Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the planes treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process (es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels';
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
(l mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels';
(l) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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and times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps
taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance
by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary
regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharger sending its effluent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which
includes categorical standards and locally derived limits and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a
new Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required
under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 0) (2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the Pretreatment
Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 0) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II
or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.9 (1), (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey aWS)
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (0 (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 214.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 0) (1)], including identification of all industrial
users and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these industrial users and
identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Permittee shall submit a summary of
its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. The IWS
submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph B, 2, c, of this Part.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data
to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part II,
Section D, and Section E.5.). [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (2) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis ajTA� and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
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Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the
prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits MM & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits shall
contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special conditions,
and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to assure that
their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The Permittee
shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from
all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2H.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (E (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67 (a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AIQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable industrial
users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1 (a) (8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(d); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)]. The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -limited
pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from
July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled at least once per
calendar year; For the purposes of this paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of
compounds listed in 40 CFR 136.3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or
in 15A NCAC 2H .0908. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(0(1)(v) and (2)(1); 40 CFR
122.440) (2)]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations. All
enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the Division.
[15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; 40 CFR 4038(f (5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports , ARl
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be required to
submit a partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of
pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
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For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatmerrt activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems Unit (PERCS)
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following.
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Industrial Users (IUs) in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) 'Pretreatment Program Summary(PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms
approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms DSE)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SILL)
and any monitoring data for other Industrial Users (IUs) in SNC. These analytical results must be
reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public
notice of IUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director is
needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11." Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in Significant Non -Compliance
(SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment
requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four
months of the applicable twelve-month period. �15A NCAC 2H .0903(b)(35)..0908 bU(5) and .0905 and 40
CFR 403.8(D (2) 6Q]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW. [15A NCAC 2H .0908 ft 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives -of its approved
pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(a) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications,
POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be
considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and 15A NCAC 2H .0907.
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Governor
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
e Coleen H. Sullins
Director
August 7, 2009
DEBORAH DIPIETRANTONIO
FACILITY MANAGER
BH CORPENING MOUNTAIN TRAINING FACILITY
PO BOX 277
CROSSNORE NC 28616
Dear Ms. DiPietrantonio:
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AUG 1 0 2009
;. WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO040339
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility
Avery County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on July 29, 2009. A member of the NPDES
Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your
permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit
expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Tom Belnick
at [phone].
Sincerely,
Dina. Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Asheville Rgio lr@tice/Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
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P.Box 277
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T ' whom it may concern;
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Phone: [phone]
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Renewal Application Checklist
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
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fd A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies.
The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
.Representative. Submit one signed, original and two copies.
❑ If an Authorized Representative (such as a consulting engineer or environmental consultant)
prepares the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority
delegated to the Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b of the existing NPDES permit).
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A narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or
other solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If your facility has
no such plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids), explain this in writing.
Submit one signed original and two copies.
The following items must be submitted by any Municipal or Industrial facilities
discharzing process wastewater:
❑ Industrial facilities classified as Pnmary Industries (see Appendices A D to Title 40 of the Code of
Federal Regulations, Part 122) and ALL Municipal facilities with a permitted flow > 1.0 MGD
must submit a Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 1n.21.
The above requirement does NOT apply to non -industrial facilities.
Send the completed renewal package to:
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NC DENR / DWQ / Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 276"-1617
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Commission InViementing that Article, or who tam required to be maintainer! under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
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requiredoperated or maintained under Article 21 or reguWarls of the Environmell Management Comnesslon hplemenirng That Article, shall be
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Mr. Robert Seigler
Regional Ranger, Region III
P.O. Box 277
6111 Linville Falls Highway
Cr-ossnore, North Carolina 28616
Dear Mr. Seigler:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
January 7, 2005
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit Na04O339
B. H Corpening Training Facility WW IP
Avery County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute.143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North
Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently amended).
This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 27,
G X'I
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable
to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt
of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. 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, the 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 Dawn Jeffries at telephone
number [phone], extension 595.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNED SY
Mark McIntire
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Central Files
Ashe-illd_ Regionil Offic& Vater OualitySection,
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Permit NCO040339
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions 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, the
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Forest Resources
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
B.H. Corpening Training Center
U.S. Highway 221
South of Crossnore
Avery County
to receiving waters designated as the Linville River in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2005.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2010.
Signed this day January 7, 2005.
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
Mark McIntire
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO04
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of
this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the
exclusive authorityto operate and discharge from this facilityarises under the permit conditions, requirements,
terms, and provisions included herein.
The NC DENR, Division of Forest Resources is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.018 MGD wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
♦ Septic tank
♦ Dosing tank
© Surface sandfilter
♦ Chlorination and dechlorination equipment
This facility is located at the B.H. Corpening Training Center on U.S. Highway
221 south of Crossnore in Avery County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into the Linville River, classified C-Trout waters in the Catawba River Basin.

Permit NC0040339
I.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING I.EgUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
SENT LIMITS
MC 4CTERI S
Monthly Daily �fleasure
Flow
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
Total Suspended Residue
NH3 as N
Fecal Coliform
eometric mean
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature (°C)
pH1
0.018 MGD
Weekly
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Monthly
2001100 ml
400 / 100 ml
2/Month
28 Ng/L
2/Week
Weekly
2/Month
iNITORING REQUIREMENTS'.
Sample -Type
Sample Location
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
Grab
Influent & Effluent
Grab
Influent & Effluent
Grab
Effluent
Grab
Effluent
Grab
Effluent
Grab
Effluent
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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Location N; z VWAI,
USGS Quad Name: Newland Lat.: 36000'43"
Receiving Stream: Linville River Long.: 81°55156" -
Stream,Class: C-Trout SCALE 1:24,000
Subbasin: Catawba - 030830%f�

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SOC PRIORIT4CT: Yes No X
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Mac Wiggins
DATE: February 8, 1993
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Avery
PERMIT NUMBER NCO040339
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1.
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3.
4.
Facility and Address: NCFS-Mountain Training Center
Post Office Box 277
Crossnore, North Carolina 28616
Date of Investigation: February 2, 1993
Report Prepared By: Michael R. Parker
Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Bobby J. Gentry
704/733-4242
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of U.S. Highway 221 and
North Carolina Highway 194, travel north on U.S. 221 fore 2.9 miles.
Entrance to the NCFS complex is on the right. Cross the Linville River
and the training facility is on the right. The wastewater treatment
facility is located behind the training facility.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 36000'43" Longitude: 81055'56"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. C11SW U.S.G.S. Quad Name Newland, N.C.
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
_X_ Yes No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): The facility
is located 5-6 feet above the river level and is not normally
subject to flooding.
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9. Location of nearest dwelling: no houses are located within 400
feet of the system.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Linville River
a. Classification: C-trout proposed to change to B-trout
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: CTB 30
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream
uses:fish and wildlife propagation, fishing, secondary
recreation and irrigation.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted 0.018 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Wastewater
Treatment facility? 0.018 mgd
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current
design capacity 0.018 mgd
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two years:
NA
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: The existing
facilities consist of a septic tank, dosing tank, surface
sand filter; effluent chlorination and effluent
dechlorination.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities: NA
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only):
in development approved
should be required not needed
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
Permit Number
Residuals Contractor
Telephone Number
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
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c. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify): Residuals
removed from the septic tank are by a commerical septic tank
cleaning firm.
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
Class I.
4. SIC Codes(s): 8299
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities
i.e., non -contact cooling water discharge from a metal plating
company would be 14, not 56.
Primary 11 Secondary
Main Treatment Unit Code: 44007
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds
or are any public monies involved. (municipals only)? NA
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests:
3. Important SOC, JOC, or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please
indicate)
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all
of the non -discharge options available. Please provide regional
perspective for each option evaluated.NA
Spray Irrigation:
Connection to Regional Sewer System:
Subsurface:
Other disposal options:
5. Other Special Items:
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PART IV ® EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The North Carolina Forest Service has made application for renewal
of NPDES Permit No. NCO040339 for the discharge of wastewater from
the B. H. Corpening Training facility. This facility is used as
needed for training purposes for Forest Service personnel and
other state agencies. Dormitory and cafeteria facilities are
available and used when needed.
The wastewater treatment facility consist of a septic tank and
surface sand filter. The facility has never discharged through
the discharge pipe. Since the sandfilter is near the Linville
River it appears that the wastewater is absorbed into the ground.
It is recommended that the permit be issued.
Sign ure of Report Preparer
ater Quality Regional Supervisor
Date
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I -ACE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
2905 Wood Rd. Phone [phone]
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Water Qu2lEt;"�;^r"3i p�?raiions
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Mooresboro, NC 28114 Fax [phone]
January 30, 2019
Mr. G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Ref NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-PC-0426
Permit No. NC0040339
B. H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Avery County
Dear Mr. Davidson:
We have been asked to respond to your letter of January 24, 2019 reference the above NOV and
Inspection of November 6, 2018.
Septic Tank- The visual alarm had a broken wire on the light fixture. This fixture has been repaired and
is now working properly.
Effluent Sampling- Samples were collected during the November 6, 2018 inspection and results were all
compliant with permit conditions. There has never been any flow during the operator visits to collect
samples. Perhaps your technical assistance would be helpful to determine how to sample when there is
no flow.
If you need additional information, please contact me at your convenience.
Sincerely,
en Deaver
cc: Chasity Webb
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North Carolina Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services
Steven W. Troxier
Commissioner
N.C. Forest Service
Region 3
14 Gaston Mountain Road
Asheville, NC 28806
January 31, 2019
N;CFeest rvice
FEB - 4 2019
Water Oi��+<<• Peps^nai Ooerations
Daniel Boss
Environmental Specialist
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211
SUBJECT: NCFS Response to Notice of Violation & Intent to Assess Civil Penalty
Permit No. NCO040339
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center (a.k.a. Mountain Training Facility, MTF)
Avery County
Dear Mr. Boss,
EIN CAROLIpq
Scott Bissette
Assistant Commissioner
We received the referenced Notice of Violation (NOV) on 01-28-2019 and regret to hear that the management of the MTF
Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) is not being performed in accordance with permit standards. KACE Environmental,
our contracted service provider and Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) for WWTP operation and maintenance, will also
be providing a written response to this NOV.
The following violations were noted during your inspection conducted on 11-06-2018.
1. Septic Tank — The visual alarm is not working for the dosing tank.
2. Effluent Sampling — The facility has not recorded flow in the last 3-years and no samples have been analyzed.
As you are aware, Regional Forester Greg Smith, Chasity Webb (facility manager), and I have since had multiple
conversations with you and with KACE Environmental personnel to determine the cause of stated deficiencies and to identify
the actions and/or procedures that will prevent their future occurrence. Chasity, KACE Environmental, and I will also be
meeting with you tomorrow, 02-01-2019, at MTF to discuss corrective actions in detail.
Regarding the visual alarm, you stated via phone that this is a very minor deficiency and that the vast majority of WWTPs that
you inspect have similar issues. Inspection by MTF maintenance staff indicated that some of the wiring was severed or
disconnected. As such, this will be an expedient repair and we will determine at tomorrow's meeting if it will be performed
by KACE Environmental or by the NCFS.
As you explained, the lack of effluent sampling is a different situation and indicates a need for revisions in the sampling
process. KACE Environmental has been making the requisite 2 visits per week but visits have not coincided with system
discharge. Samples have not been taken due to there being no effluent present at the time of visit. As such, analysis of
discharge content has not been possible. It was good to hear, however, that the sample obtained during your inspection, due
to flow occurrence at that time, was in compliance with permit standards for pollutants and contaminants.
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tion for the second violation, we are working with KACE Environmental to alter scheduling to ensure that visits
periods of positive flow. In addition, MTF personnel will be observing and logging system effluent to hopefully
,harge pattern. We will be doing so per the methodology requested in yesterday's e-mail. If successful, we can
the results to KACE Environmental so they can coordinate site visits accordingly. Ken Deaver, the owner of
)nmental, has also proposed using the system pump to force a flow for routine samples, or installing a time -
switch to ensure positive flow during scheduled visits. We will discuss the viability of these options in more detail at
tomorrow's meeting.
We intend to bring the operation and maintenance of our WWTP into full compliance with permit standards. Thank you for
bringing this matter to our attention and let us know if you need additional information and/or clarification.
Sincerely,
Caleb Jones
Asst. Regional Forester — Fire Control
NC Registered Forester #1592
MTF Supervisor
NC Forest Service / Region 3
[phone]
[phone]
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CC: NCFS Regional Forester & Division Director, Greg Smith
NCFS State Forester, David Lane
NCFS MTF Facility Manager, Chasity Webb
KACE Environmental

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Certified Mail # 7017 2620 0000 9759 1581
Return Receipt Requested
November 16, 2018
Chasity Webb
NC Forest Service
6065 Linville Falls Hwy
Newland, NC 28657
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-PC-0426
Permit No. NCO040339
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Avery County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the B.H. Corpening Forestry Training
Center on November 6, 2018. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in NPDES WW Permit No. NC0040339. A summary of
the findings and comments noted during the inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection
report.
The Compliance Evaluation inspection was conducted by Division of Water Resources staff from the Asheville
Regional Office. The following violation(s) were noted during the inspection:
Inspection Area Description of Violation
Septic Tank The visual alarm is not working for the dosing tank.
Effluent Sampling This facility has not recorded flow in the last 3 years and no samples have been analyzed.
'DE Q159,
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality i Division of Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

DocuSign Envelope ID: FDIAFC3D-3AA2-4D8B-A9A2-CCDB1B380EF7
0
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Assess Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES WW Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of
not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or
fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
If you wish to provide additional information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or discuss
overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of this Notice. A review of
your response will be considered along with any additional information provided. You will then be notified of any
civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no response is received in this Office
within the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Daniel Boss with the Water Quality
Regional Operations Section in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
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DocuSign Envelope ID: FD1AFC3D-3AA2-4D8B-A9A2-CCDB1B380EF7
United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 1 2 15 1 3 I N00040339 I11 12 18/11/06 17 18 L, j 19 L G j 201
211111 1,I I I I I II I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I II I I I I I f6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA Reserved
67 70 L71 I l72 L�J 73 I 74 751 I I I I I
80
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
EntryTime/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:00PM 18/11/06
15/02/01
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
6065 Linville Falls Hwy
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Crossnore NC 28616
02:OOPM 18/11/06
20/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
///
Robert J Kramer/ORC/B28-657-18101
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Chasity Carnett,6065 Linvlle Falls Hwy Newland NC
28657//82B-733-4242/8287330491 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Self -Monitoring Program
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
DS
Daniel J Boss ARO WQ//828-2964658/ 11/16/2018
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer DS Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
11/16/2018
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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DocuSign Envelope ID: FDIAFC3D-3AA2-4D8B-A9A2-CCDB1B380EF7
0
NPDES
yr/mo/day
31 NCO040339 I11 121 18/11/06 117
Inspection Type
181C1
(Cont.)
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
On November 6, 2018 1 (Daniel Boss) conducted a compliance evaluation inspection at the B.H.
Corpening Forestry Training Center VVVVTF. I met with Robert Kramer who is the ORC of the facility.
Overall the facility appeared to be functioning fine.
The facility has not taken any samples or recorded any flow for the last 3 years at least. There was
about 5 gpm of flow from the effluent pipe during the inspection. Flow monitoring needs to be done in a
more effective manner so that regular sampling can take place.
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FDocuSign Envelope ID: FD1 AFC3D-3AA2-4D8B-A9A2-CCDB1 B380EF7
Permit: NCO040339 Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Date: 11/06/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations $ Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
❑
❑
0
❑
application?
Is the' facility as described in the permit?
❑
❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
❑
0
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The permit describes an "effluent holding pond"
which would be better described as a
chlorine contact pond.
Septic Tank
Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
❑
N
❑
❑
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
N
❑
❑
❑
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
❑
❑
0
❑
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
❑
❑
M
❑
Comment: The septic tank is pumped out every couple of months. The visual alarm is not working for
the tank.
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
❑
❑
❑
Is sand filter free of ponding?
❑
❑
❑
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
❑
❑
0❑
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
N
❑
❑
❑
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
❑
❑
0
❑
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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DocuSign Envelope ID: FD1AFC3D-3AA2-4D8B-A9A2-CCDB1B380EF7
0
Permit: NCO040339 Owner -Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Date: 11/06/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Number of tubes in use? 2
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: _Lots of algae and leaves in the chlorine contact pond. This pond is described as an effluent
holding pond in the permit.
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
\ [-M L, rem Ulm I'll I40
Tablet
❑
❑
M
❑
❑
❑
M
❑
❑
❑
M
❑
•
❑
❑
❑
•
❑
❑
❑
2
Yes No NA NE
❑ ❑ ❑
M ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑ M ❑
Comment: The effluent pipe was discharging at approximately 5 qpm. Flow has not been recorded at
this facility for the last 3 years at least.
Effluent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is proper volume collected?
❑
❑
0
❑
Is the tubing clean?
❑
❑
M
❑
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
❑
❑
0
❑
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
❑
M
❑
❑
representative)?
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FbD.k.uSign Envelope ID: FD1AFC3D-3AA2-4D8B-A9A2-CCDB1B380EF7
r
Permit: NC0040339
Inspection Date: 11/06/2018
Owner -Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Comment: This facility has not recorded flow in the last 3 years and no samples have been analyzed.
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I Water Pollution Control System Operator plt�,,snatlon Form
IIb �WPCSOCC 'n — NCAC 15A 8G .0201
Permtittee Owner/Officer Name: NC l� p 1 v i I c� n �01'� Ole rCQ,g
Mailing Address:
city. Y State: NC- zi.p: a S U 1 U-
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Signature:
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Phone#:
Date:
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SUBMIT A SEPARATE, FORM FOR E,ACR TYPE SYSTEMI
// Facility Type/Grade (CHECK. ONLY ONE):
Biological Collection Pbysieal/Chemical Surface lm.gation Land Application
.... ....... ........ ........nn., ......10...... .. .......nn ....... 11 .........,n ......... .........,...........................,,..a
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Certificate Type / Grade / Number: ll) O05 Work Phone g�
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Signature: Date;
"I certify that I al.grec to my designation as the Opctator in .Responsible Charge for the facility noted. I understao<1 and will abide by 1110 rules
end regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G .0204 and -failing to do so can result inDisciplinary
Actions by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission................h.,................I....................
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Signature:
Date:
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ruics and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of tho BU ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 080.0205 and failing to do so can result in
Disciplinary Actions, by the Water Pollution Control Systcm operators Certification Commission.^w,.......^, ^*^��.���
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hail, fax or email tl:e WPCSOCC, 1618 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-161.8 Fax: 919.715,2726
on Anal to: Em il: ce admi nede n ov
]bail or fArx a ME to the Asheville
Fayetteville
225 Green St
Mooresville800]Raleigh
Center Ave
3 R00 Barrett Dr
appropriate Regional Office: 2090 US I-iwy 70
$wannanoa.28778
Suiic 714
Smite
Suite 30l
Raleigh 27609
Fax: [phone]n43
Fayetteville 28301-5043
Mooresville 28115
Fax- 704.663.6040
Fax: [phone]
Phone:[phone]
PlronG: 828,296.4500
Fax: [phone]
Phone:910,433.3300
Phone:704,663,1699
Washington
943 Washington Sq Mall
Wilmington
127 cardinal Dr
Wimt-on-SA lem
450 W. Hanes Mall Rd
Washington 27889
Wilmington 28405.-2845
Winston -,Salem 27105
Fax:[phone]
Fax:[phone]
Fax:[phone]
Pho„e:252.946.6481.
Phone:[phone]
Phone:[phone]
Revised 05-2015

Cantwell, Janet
From: Rachael <[e-mail]>
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2016 2:13 PM
To: SVCeDMRadmin; Cantwell, Janet
Cc: 'Ken Deaver'; Connie Deaver; Webb, Chasity
Subject: B.H. Corpening MTF NPDES Permit # NCO040339
Attachments: B. H. Corpening NCO040339 Name Change Request 2.20.2015.pdf; B.H. Corpening
Delegation of Signature Authority 2.20.2015.pdf
Importance: High
Please find attached for B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility NPDES Permit # NCO040339 the change of name for
the responsible official for the owner of the permit, as well as an updated Delegation of Signature Authority. A copy of
these documents was also mailed to the Division of Water Resources, Water Quality Permitting Section, 1617 Mail
Service Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 today.
Please advise should further information be needed before we proceed with eDMR Registration.
Thank you,
Rachael G. Kramer
Compliance Manager
KACE Environmental, Inc.
[phone]
[e-mail]

February .19, 2015
Wastewater Branch
Water Quality Permitting Section
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Subject:
To Whom A May Concern:
By notice of this letter,. I hereby delegate. signatory authority to. each. of the folIoving individuals for all
permit applications, discharge monitoring reports; and other information. relating to the operations at
the subject facility as required by all applicable federal, state, and local environmental agencies
specifically with the requirements for signatory authority as specified in 1 SA NCAC-2B.0506.
Individual #I Individual #2 (ifapplicable)
?_
Compliance NSanager
IStIe,
President, Kam Environmental, Inc
Kace Environmental; Inc.
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2905 Wood Road
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2905 Wood.Road
MaiXNtAddress
M oresboro, Ne 28114
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if you -have any questions regarding this letter, please feel free to, contact, meat 828-.733-.4242 or
ohasity.Webb@nc'agr.gov.
ncagr.gov.
Sincerely,.
Newland, NC 28657
Chasity.Webb a Ncagr.Gov
828.733.42442
cc; -Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Permitting Section:.

I A T�
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor WATER QUALITY PERMITTING SECTION Secretary
PERMIT leiflM E/0"ERSHCP CHANGE REQUEST
his fos m is .or ownership changes or name changes of NPDES tivaste-vvater permits.
e "Permittee' references the existing permit holder
• "Applicant" references the entity applying for the oNvnershipiname change.
I. NPDES Permit No. (for which the change is requested):C 0 Q 4 fl 3 ?, 9
or
Certificate of Coverage #: C 'G 5
11. Existing Permittee Information:
a. Permit issued to (company name): 1"Id`as t fu Qa`rolina `Forest ye@'sift
b. Person legally responsible for permit: David C aIIe
First \ I I Last
Responsible Official
Title
6065 Linville Falls Hwy
Permit Holder Mailing Address
Crossnore NC 28616-
City State Zip.
Phone _ Fax
c. Facility name: yNt1CIIR
d. Facility's physical address: 6065 Linville Falls Hwy
Address
Crossnore NC 28616,-
City State Zip
e. Facility contact person: David Lane ( }
First: / MI / Last Phone
B� Y� �I>pls�at►t Info%�an�iort:
a Request for change is a result of- ❑ Change in oHmership of the facility
Namc change ofthe.facility or owner
If olhel• please explain.' ible Qf1 CT Inisnlilat1 i ikl bl�Te aGfll
b. Permit issued to (company naive) .. N rth Caro ma, -ores $ leiyi< ,
c. , Prson telly respbnslhie,for pe*fit: Cllasity
gym_
` " First ]vll Last
Facility Manager
Title
6065 Litiville Falls Hwy
Permit Holder Mailing Address
Newland NC 28657-
City State Zip
[phone] chasity.,vabb@,,ncaar.gov
Phone E-mail Address
Page l of2 Revised 7/01/270}4

d.. Facility name: B.H. Corpening
Mountain Training
Facility .-.
e. Facility's physical address:
6065 Linville `Falls Hwy
Address
Newland
NC
28657-
City
State
Zip
f. Facility contact person: Chasity
Webb
First.
Ml
Last
Facility.Manager
Title:
[phone] chasity.webb i ncagr.gov
Phone
E-mail Address
IV. Will the permitted facility continue to conduct the same cdmmercialrindustrial activities conducted -prior to
this ownership or name change?
® Yes
❑ No (please explain)
If applicable; the applicant shall submit -a major permit modification request to DNVR. A major modification shall be
defined as one that increases the volume, increases the pollutant load,. results -in a significant relocation of the
discharge point, or results in a change in the characteristics of the waste generated.
V. Required Items: THIS APPLICATION WILL•BE RETURNED•UNPROCESSED IF ITEMS ARE
INCOMPLETE OR MISSING:
1. This completed application is required for both,name change and/or ownership"change requests.
2.1 Legaldocumentation of the transfer of ownership (such as relevant pages of a contract deed, or a bill of sale) is
required for -an ownership change -request. Articles of incorporation are.not sufficient -for an ownership change.
Applicable regulations: 40 CFR 122.41" 40 CFR 122.61 and .ISA NCAC 02H .01.14
The certifications below must.be.completed and signed by both the permit holder priorto-change (Permittee), and the
new applicant in the case of an. ownership change request. For a name change request, fhesigned Applicant's Certification
is sufficient. s
PERMITTEE CERTIFICATION. (Permit holder prior to ownership change):
-1, , attest that. this application for a name/ownership change has been reviewed. and is accurate and complete to the
best -of my knowledge, 1 understand that if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required
supporting information is not included, this -application package will be returned as incomplete.
Signature
APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Date.
1. Chasity Webb,_attest that this application for a nanie/owneiship•change has been reviewed and is accurate and complete
to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this application are not completed and;that if all
required supporting information is not included, this application package will be returned. as incomplete..
j' Signature ~Date
PLEASE. SEND- THE COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGE TO;
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Permitting Section.
1.617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 276994617
NPDES PERMIT NAME/OWNERSHIP MAINGE REQUEST
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COPY
NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit INCO040339
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
NC DENR / Division of Forest Resources
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
P.O. Box 277
Crossnore
NC / 28616
[phone]
[phone]
Chasitv. carnett�v,ncagr. gov
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road US Hwy 221 / 6065 Linville
City Crossnore
State / Zip Code NC / 28616
County Avery
c1���a`eCPes -
PSG �s
Highway
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name
NC DENR / Division of Forest Resources
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 277
City
Crossnore
State / Zip Code
NC / 28616
Telephone Number
[phone]
Fax Number
[phone]
e-mail Address
Chasitv.carnett(2 ncagngov
1 of 3 Form-D 11112

MW .
NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
❑
Number of Homes
School
®
Number of Students/Staff 80 / 11
Other
®
Explain: Training Center
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Domestic waste water from the training center.
Number of persons served: < 100
5. Type of collection system
® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes ® No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW applicants: Provide a map showing the exact location of each
outfall):
Linville River
S. Frequency of Discharge: ❑ Continuous ® Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Varies Duration: Varies
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
Plant components are: septic tank, dosing tank, sand filter bed, tablet chlorinator,
effluent holding pond, and tablet de -chlorinator.
This facility is a Grade 1 septic tank / sand filter bed system and does not generate
sludge. When necessary the septic tank is pumped out by an approved septic tank hauler.
2 of 3 Form-D 11/12

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.018 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.001 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.004 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes ® No
12. Effluent Data
NEW APPLICANTS: Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab
samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported,
report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
RENEWAL APPLICANTS: Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over
the bast 36 months for parameters currentlu in uour permit. Mark other parameters "N/A".
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODS)
6.1
5.1
MG/L
Fecal Coliform
2
2
#/ 100ML
Total Suspended Solids
9.5
8.1
MG/L
Temperature (Summer)
N/A
N/A
C
Temperature (Winter)
13.8
9.8
C
pH
8.0
6.7
Standard Units
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES NCO040339
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Ken Deaver Authorized Representative
Printed name of Person Signing Title
of Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
3 of 3 Form-D 11 /12

Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form
WPCSOCC
NCAC 15A 8G .0201
Permittee Owner/Officer Name: 1�A C. -DcyJ K lot V ► ni e)Q lF Fp rb �e `}OU- cc:5
Mailing Address: P•® fox a-4 -4
City: l _Y0fmoy-e- State: NC Zip: (9SWU - Phone #: (Sa$) 13:5 - HaHa
Email address: r C V
Signature: / Date:�o'1q
..............................................................................._....................................................................
Facility Name: Coy -a i na 1 Y"d%niY1C� �Cn�e_r Permit #: WC ►�j0 33)
SUBMIT A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH TYPE SYSTEM!
Facility Tvne/Grade:
Biological WWTP 1 Surface Irrigation
Physical/Chemical Land Application
Collection System
Operator in ReseWible Charge (ORC)
Print Full Name:
r
Certificate Type / Grade / Number: 13WM qqq k-I b Work Phone #: (S�`M) C004 - M 10
Signature: �� �,�—,-7z, Date: I Cif I�
"I certify that I agree & my designation as the Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted. i understand and will abide by the rules
and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G .0204 and failing to do so can result in Disciplinary
Actions by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
...................................................................................................................................................
Back -Up Operator in Responsible Charge (BU ORC)
Print Full Name: l 3ox \e. C3`-0,t)5
Certificate Type / Grade / Number: WWi CIPCN8-4 Work Phone #: (9%) U J1- I$10
Signature: Date:
"I certify that I agree to my designation as a Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted. I understand and will abide by the
rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the BU ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G .0205 and failing to do so can result in
Disciplinary Actions by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
....................................................................................................................................................
Mail, fax or email the WPCSOCC, 1618 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1618 Fax: [phone]
original to: Email: certadminna,ncdenr.aov
Mail or fax a copy to the Asheville
appropriate Regional Office: 2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa 28778
Fax: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Washington
943 Washington Sq Mall
Washington 27889
Fax: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Fayetteville
225 Green St
Suite 714
Fayetteville 28301-5043
Fax: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Wilmington
127 Cardinal Dr
Wilmington 28405-2845
Fax: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Mooresville
610 E Center Ave
Suite 301
Mooresville 28115
Fax: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Winston-Salem
585 Waughtown St
Winston-Salem 27107
Fax: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Raleigh
3800 Barrett Dr
Raleigh 27609
Fax: [phone]
Phone:[phone]
Revised 03-2014

KACE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
2905 Wood Rd Phone [phone]
Mooresboro, NC 28114 Fax [phone]
July 29, 2014
To: Asheville Regional Office
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Enclosed with this letter are new ORC Designation forms for both B.H.
Corpening Training Center, NPDES Permit # NCO040339 and The Switzerland
Inn, NPDES Permit # NC0030996.
liiaim- �u,
chael G. mer
ompliance Manager
KACE Environmental, Inc.
[phone]
[e-mail]
cc: WPCSOCC
pivision of \Hater Reso�rG�-'S
Ag -1 2014
Water Quality Regional operations
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
February 24, 2014
Chasity Carnett
NC Forest Resources
6065 Linville Falls Hwy
Newland, NC 28657
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center WWTP
Permit No: NCO040339
Avery County
Dear Ms. Camett:
On January 31, 2014, I conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the subject wastewater system. The
facility appeared to be in compliance with permit NCO040339.
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,
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
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Water Quality Regional Operations —Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: 828-296A500 FAX: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.nodenr.org/web/wghus
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

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NC®ENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
February 12, 2014
Bobby Gentry
NC Forest Resources
6111 Linville Falls Hwy
Crossnore, NC 28616
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center WWTP
Permit No: NC0040339
Avery County
Dear Mr. Gentry:
On January 31, 2014, I conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the subject wastewater system. The
facility appeared to be in compliance with permit NC0040339.
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,
d' e, �- W�p
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialis
Asheville Regional Office
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Water Quality Regional Operations — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.nodenr.org/web/wq/ws
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
W,qtp.r Compflanne Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 LI 2 151 31 NCO040339 111 121 14/01/31 _ 117 181 C I 19I S I 20IU
Remarks
211111111IIIIIIIII IIIIII11IIII IIIIIIIIIIII11111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA----------
67I 169 701 I 71 U 721 N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:30 PM 14/01/31
10/02/01
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Sam Brown St
Crossnore NC 28616
02:30 PM 14/01/31
15/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bobby J Gentry,6111 Linvlle Falls Hwy Crossnore NC 28616//828-733-0354/ Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda SWiggs i ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NC0040339 I11 12, 14/01/31 1 17 18I C1
(cont.)
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Present during the inspection were Bev Price and Landon Davidson with DWR, Charlie Gross (ORC), Gary
McClain and Chastity Carnett with NC Forest Service (NCFS).
The visual alarm needs to be fixed, it would not illuminate.
The system is aged but appears to be functioning, although it is likely much of the wastewater is percolating
into the ground. Also staff mentioned that the lagoon holds mostly precipitation. Regardless, if the system is
discharging effluent samples should be obtained.
Question symbols: NA -Not Applicable, NE -Not Evaluated
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Permit: NCO040339 Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Date: 01/31/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ❑
❑
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes
No
NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
❑
❑
■ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
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Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment: The facility is on Forest Service land but is not restricted. The components
are below the ground.
Permit renewal will take place this year.
Septic Tank
Yes
No
NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
❑
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❑ ❑
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
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❑ ❑
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
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Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
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Comment: The visual alarm did not illuminate when float was lifted, however it
sounded as if the switch was activated. NCFS staff and the ORC will check into this
immediately; expecting it to be a blown bulb. This is an old system and does not have
an audible alarm.
The pumps and switches were replaced 3 years ago. The tank was also resealed 3
years ago.
The tank does not receive many solids and there is a grease trap at the kitchen.
However, it is suggested that solids in the tank be checked periodically with a sludge
judge.
Sand Filters (Low rate)
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
Is sand filter free of ponding?
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO040339
Inspection Date: 01/31/2014
Owner -Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Sand Filters (Low rate) Yes No NA NE
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1) ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Comment: See above for comments regarding alarms. This sand filter is buried
beneath a layer of gravel.
Also as noted above this is a very old system, it is likely that much of the water entering
this sand filter is percolating into the ground.
Lagoons Yes No NA NE
Type of lagoons?
# Number of lagoons in operation at time of visit? 1
Are lagoons operated in?
# Is a re -circulation line present?
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Is lagoon free of excessive floating materials?
n
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# Are baffles between ponds or effluent baffles adjustable?
n
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Are dike slopes clear of woody vegetation?
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n
n n
Are weeds controlled around the edge of the lagoon?
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n
n n
Are dikes free of seepage?
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n
Cl n
Are dikes free of erosion?
■
n
n n
Are dikes free of burrowing animals?
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n
n n
# Has the sludge blanket in the lagoon (s) been measured periodically in multiple locations?
n
n
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# If excessive algae is present, has barley straw been used to help control the growth?
❑
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Is the lagoon surface free of weeds?
❑
n
❑ ■
Is the lagoon free of short circuiting?
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n
n n
Comment: The lagoon was frozen at the time of the inspection. The ORC and NCFS
staff reported that the lagoon does not receive a lot of wastewater; most of the water in
the lagoon is precipitation. The lagoon is lined. The lagoon should not be receiving
solids and it was reported that the lagoon bottom is usually visible, therefore visual
observation of the sludge blanket should be sufficient.
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational? ■ n n n
Are the tablets the proper size and type? ■ n n n
Number of tubes in use? 1
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? n n n ■
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Permit: NC0040339
Inspection Date: 01/31/2014
Disinfection -Tablet
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment: The effluent pipe is along the streambank and does not directly discharge
to the river. This is not a problem as the river has likely moved over time.
It was mentioned that there may be stream restoration work performed along this reach
of the river. Please make sure the plans include the discharge pipe location so the
contractor does not damage the pipe during restoration work.
Yes No NA NE
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057-
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1
I N I 2 15 I 31 NCO040339 111 121 13/10/15 117 18I S I 1 g I S I 20I I
21 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ------------------------Reserved--------------------
671 169 70I I 711 I 72I N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
01:00 PM 13/10/15
10/02/01
Sam Brown St
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Crossnore NC.28616
02:00 PM 13/10/15
15/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Rep resentative(s)fTitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bobby J Gentry,6111 Linvlle Falls Hwy Crossnore NC 28616//828-733-0354/ Contato
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance 0 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)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda,S Wiggs ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO040339 I11 12113/10/15 17 18IS�
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: NCO040339
Inspection Date: 10/15/2013
Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Operations $ Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? n n n n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge n n n n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
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Permit: NC0040339 Owner • Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Date: 10/15/2013 Inspection Tyke: Compliance Sampling
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
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Is lagoon free of excessive floating materials? A
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Are dike slopes clear of woody vegetation?
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# Has the sludge blanket in the lagoon (s) been measured periodically in multiple locations?
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Is the lagoon free of short circuiting?
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance
Report
For
B.H. Corpening Training Facility
For the Operating Period
January through December, 2010
ii
Preface n,,^, + �0�1
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On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratifie H01ise.B171L1:601Ahe
Clean Water Act of 1999, which placed significant new reporting requiremeiitis o'nahose=iCE
entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems: -Specific items
included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to. meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance
Report established by the North Carolina Department of. Environment and Natural
Resources (DEHNR) as set forth in their guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to
instill public confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in
their efforts to protect the waters of the state.

III. Notification
A copy of this report is also available to interested persons from the offices of:
B.H.Corpening Training Facility
PO Box 277
Crossnore, NC 28616
Or by contacting the office at [phone]
As required, three copies of this report are being provided to NCDEHNR.
Readers who have a question or desire detailed information are invited to contact
Oakridge Management.
IV. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best
of my knowledge.
K Deaver Date
Kace Environmental, Inc.
This report prepared by:
Kace Environmental, Inc.
PO Box 63
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Beverly Eaves Perdu
Governor
NCDE R
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
e Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Ms. Deborah DiPietrantonio, Facility Supervisor
NC DENR/ Division of Forest Resources
P.O. Box 277
Crossnore, North Carolina 28616
Dear Ms. DiPietrantonio:
Director .
February 15, 2011
Secretary
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-LM-0008
Permit No. NCO040339
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center WWTP
Avery County
A review of B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center's WWTP monitoring report for August 2010 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC
Broth,44.5C
08/03/2010
400 #/100ml
470 #/100ml
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments
section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the above subject violation, it is not
requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or
comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell.
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Total Residual Chlorine
Week ending 08/28/2010
2 X / Week
Failure to Monitor
If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days
of receipt of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this
office.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
fr C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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Annual Wastewater 'Treatment System Performance
Report
For
B.H. C®rpening Training Faeffity
For the Operating Period
January through December, 2009
Preface
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the
Clean Water Act of 1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those
entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items
included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
�. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance
Report established by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (DEHNR) as set forth in their guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to
instill public confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in
their efforts to protect the waters of the state.
APR 1 6 2010
j WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Malachy Millard
154 Kingston Ridge Drive
Chesnee, S.C. 29323
Dear Mr. Millard:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
November 16, 2009
t
Resources `
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: Response to ORC Show Cause
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO040339
Avery County
This office is in receipt of information obtained at the Operator Show -Cause meeting held in the Asheville
Regional Office on October 12, 2009, by you regarding entries into the ORC logs, sampling protocol, records, and
reporting status for the subject WWTP. This information satisfies concerns expressed by this office during the Show
Cause meeting. Please be advised that this information does not alleviate you of future ORC and Back-up ORC
responsibilities or duties for facilities you operate, should you seek renewal of your operator certification.
Please be advised this office will continue to oversee ALL NPDES facilities and ORC's within the counties
covered by the Asheville Regional Office to ensure compliance with ALL NPDES Permit conditions, and ALL applicable
laws and regulations pertaining thereto, and each occurrence will be addressed swiftly and in accordance with the laws
and regulations. .
As a result of submission by you that you would NOT seek renewal of your operator certification now or in the
future, no further actions are required at this time, and this issue will not be referred to the Chairman of the Water
Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission for disciplinary action. Should you have any questions
concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Donald R. Price at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
RogertC. Edwards
Regional Supervisor, Surface Water Protection
Division of Water Quality -Asheville Regional Office
xc: Jerry Rimmer, Technical Assistance & Certification Unit Supervisor
ZL;;DonLPrice, .WVTP Consultant FARO ; .
DeboralT'lJP etr nt nlo, Facility upe visor, B.H. Corpening WWTP
One
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
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Mr. Malachy Millard
154 Kingston Ridge Drive
Chesnee, S.C. 29323
Dear Mr. Millard:
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
September 22, 2009
7007 1490 0004 0713 7666
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: Show Cause Meeting
B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO040339
Avery County
This letter is to notify you the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality is requesting
you attend a show cause meeting concerning the operation, maintenance, and record keeping for the B.H.
Corpening Mountain Training Facility WWTP, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Permit number NCO040339 located in Avery County.
It has come to staff attention in the Asheville Regional Office that concerns were noted regarding data
reported on B. H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility WWTP, monthly discharge monitoring reports
(DMR's), and observations made during a recent Compliance Inspection. You are listed as the Operator in
Responsible Charge for this facility on the submitted DMR's.
You are requested to bring all information necessary to explain operation, maintenance, reporting, and
sludge management for the B.H. Corpening Mountain Training Facility WWTP, for the past three (3) years in
accordance with NCAC 15A 02B .0506 (c) (3). This is to include all Logs, Process Control Bench sheets, Logs
of Operator rounds, solids wasting data and any other information you feel important regarding the
operation and maintenance of the facility.
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This Show Cause Meeting will be held in the conference room at the Asheville Regional Office located
at 2090 U.S. Highway 70 in Swannanoa, N.C. at 10:00 AM on October 12, 2009. Based on the information
provided at this meeting a decision will be made as whether or not to refer this issue to the Chairman of the
Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission for further action.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Donald R. Price at
828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
U
Roger C. Edwards
Regional Supervisor, Surface Water Protection
Division of Water Quality
xc: Jerry Rimmer, Technical Assistance & Certification Unit Supervisor
Janet Cantwell
Deborah DiPietrantonio, Facility Supervisor, B.H. Corpening WWTP

RE COPY
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
September 22, 2009
Ms. Deborah DiPietrantonio, Facility Manager
NC DENR/ Division of Forest Resources
P.O. Box 277
Crossnore, North Carolina 28616
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-OV-0005
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center WWTP
Permit No. NCO040339
Avery County
Dear Ms. DiPietrantonio:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Inspection Report from the inspection conducted August
27, 2009. The Compliance Evaluation Inspection was conducted by Janet Cantwell of the Asheville
Regional Office. The treatment facility was found to be in violation of Permit NCO040339 for the
following:
Inspection Area
Compliance Issue
Permit Condition
There is no record of either an operator or backup operator
being designated to operate this facility.
(Section C.1.b. of the NPDES permit # NC0040339.) and 15A
NCAC 08G.0201: Responsibility of system owners to
designate certified operators.
Recordkeeping
The logbook was not complete or current.
(15A NCAC 08G.0204 (5): document the operation,
maintenance, and all visitation of the system in a daily log that
must be maintained at the system.)
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S.. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
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Ms. Deborah DiPietrantonio
September 22, 2009
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Please refer to the enclosed Inspection Report for any additional observations and
comments.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in
writing to this office within fifteen (15) working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the
causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you
should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Attachment
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DWQ Enforcement Files/ Bob Guerra w/ attachment
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 15I 31 NCO040339 111 121 09/08/27 117 18I CI 191 sI 20III
Remarks
2111111111IIIIIIII IIII IIII IIII IIIIIIII I I I I IIIIIIIll
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------Reserved------- -- --
67I 169 701 I 711 I 72I N I 73' I 174 751 I I I I I Li 80
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number�
01:55 PM 09/08/27
05/05/01
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Sam Brown St
Crossnore NC 28616
02:35 PM 09/08/27
10/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)fritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Officialf'ritle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bobby J Gentry,6111 Linvlle Falls Hwy Crossnore NC 28616//828-733-03�4/
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Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance ■ Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and spect s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
,Signa
Janet Cantwe ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/ f z/
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Keith Haynes ARO WQ//828-296-4500/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO040339 I11 121 09/08/27 117 18ICI
(cont.) 1
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The permit expires January 31, 2010.
Your permit renewal application was received in Raleigh on July 29, 2009.
The logbook was not complete or current. (15A NCAC 08G.0204 (5): document the operation, maintenance,
and all visitation of the system in a daily log that must be maintained at the system.)
There is no record of either an operator or backup operator being designated to operate this facility.
(Section C.1.b. of the NPDES permit # NC0040339.) and 15A NCAC 08G.0201: Responsibility of system
owners to designate certified operators.
The facility and surrounding area are being well maintained.
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Permit: NCO040339
Inspection Date: 08/27/2009
Permit
Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ■ n n n
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ n n n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? n ■ n n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ n n In
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ ❑ n n
Comment: The permit expires January 31, 2010.
Your permit renewal application was received in Raleigh on July 29, 2009.
There is no record of either an operator or backup operator being designated to operate
this facility. (Section C.1.b. of the NPDES permit # NC0040339.) and 15A NCAC
08G.0201: Responsibility of system owners to designate certified operators.
Operations & Maintenance Yes
No
NA
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Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■
Cl
n
n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge n
❑
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Record Keeping Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? ❑
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n
n
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
n
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n n
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
n
n
n ■
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
n
n
n ■
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
n
n
n ■
Dates, times and location of sampling
n
Name of individual performing the sampling
n
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
n
Name of person performing analyses
n
Transported COCs
n
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
n
■
n n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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n
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(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
n
n
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Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
n
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❑ n
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Permit: NCO040339
Inspection Date: 08/27/2009
Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
Facility has copy of -previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
Comment: The logbook was not complete or current. (15A NCAC 08G.0204 (5):
document the operation, maintenance, and all visitation of the system in a daily log that
must be maintained at the system.)
There was no copy of the permit on site.
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VVATE , QUALITY SECTION
Annual Wastewater reaSystem
Report
For
;1Cm'o33g A 0
Performance
B.H. C®rpcning ` mining Facility
For the Operating Period
January through December, 2008
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DENT? - WATER DUALITY
Preface POINT SOURCE BRANCH
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the
Clean Water Act of 1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those
entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items
included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance
Report established by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (DEHNR) as set forth in their guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide_ a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to
instill public confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in
their efforts to protect the waters of the state.

I.
General Information
Facility/System Name:
Responsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits:
B.H. Corpening Training Facility
NCDENR — Division of Forest Resources
Kace Environmental Inc.,
Operator of Responsible Charge (ORC)
NPDES # NCO040339
(Description of Treatment Process and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The treatment facilities consist of a 0.018 MGD wastewater
treatment system with the following components: Septic tank, Dosing tank,
Surface sandfilter, chlorination and dechlorination equipment. The treated water
is discharged into the Linville River, classified C-Trout waters in the Catawba
River Basin.
Facilities Served — The system serves the B.H Corpening Training Center on US
Highway 221 south of Crossnore in Avery County.
H. Performance:
Monthly operating parameters are as follows:
KACE Environmental Inc. took over operations in February 2008. All operating
parameters since have been in compliance with the exception of the month of July
2008. The facility was noncompliant due to the Algae buildup in the polishing
pond. This was corrected by added algaecide to eliminate the problem.
Note: B.H. Corpening Training Facility has taken and will continue to take great
strides to assure that all parameters are within compliance.

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III. Notification
A copy of this report is also available to interested persons from the offices of
B.H.Corpening Training Facility
PO Box 277
Crossnore, NC 28616
Or by contacting the office at [phone]
As required, three copies of this report are being provided to NCDEHNR.
Readers who have a question or desire detailed information are invited to contact
Oakridge Management.
IV. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best
of my knowledge.
C;?// o g
Keh Deaver Date
Kace Environmental, Inc.
This report prepared by:
Kace Environmental, Inc.
PO Box 63
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

KACE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
PO Box 63 Phone [phone]
Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Fax [phone]
DATE 3 krl --�
NAME CC�y � 1YCu011(C', t�ChCitI�jj
ADDRESS_
PHONE FCC 6-° IU-5-Llr�--}a
RE: AUTHORIZATION TO SIGN MONTHLY DMR
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permit# hereby authorize KACE Environmental, Inc. to sign the
monthly DMR reports.
Sin c ly,
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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
January 4, 2007
Ms. Chastity Carnett
NC DENR / DFR / Mountain Training Facility
P.O. BOX 277
Crossnore, N.C. 2861.6-0277
Subject: Waiver of Monthly Reporting Requirement
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Facility
NPDES Permit NCO040339
Avery County
Dear.- Ms. Carnett:
The Division has reviewed your request of December. 15, 2006, which requested a waiver of the monthly
requirement to submit Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs).
After considering the recommendations of the staff in the Asheville Regional Office, I have agreed to waive
the .•egnirement to submit monthly DMRs for the subject facility, effective December 1, 2006. The DMRs
up through (and including) November 2006 should be submitted as usual.
Be advised that if and when any wastewater discharge resumes, the discharge must be monitored as per
the terms of the NPDES-* permit and other applicable rules or statutes. Please keep the Asheville Regional
Office apprised of any pertinent developments that arise regarding this facility, especially if the discharge
is re -activated.
While requirements fox operator visitation, monitoring and reporting are being waived, your company is
still required to iaay the Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee that is associated with this
and all INiPI)ES perruits.
I£ you have and questions, or if you wish to regz.i.est rescission of this permit, contact Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
at 919 733-5083, extension 511.
Sincerely,
�anW.limek, P.E. �...,y.
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Division of Water Quality
November 22, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL 70031010000046202413
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Robert Seigler
Regional Ranger, Region III
P.O. Box 277
6111 Linville Falls Highway
Crossnore, NC 28616
'Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION - NOV-2006-LR-0077
B.H. Corpening Training Facility WWTP NCO040339
Avery County
Dear Mr. Seigler:
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for September
2006. This is in violation of Part ll, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 213 .506(a), which requires
the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth (30th) day following the reporting period. Failure to
submit reports as required will subject the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation. You
will be considered noncompliant with the self -monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit until the report has been
submitted.
To prevent further action, please submit the September 2006 report to Bob Guerra at the address shown below,
within fifteen (15) days of receipt of this notice.
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the efficient
operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions about
this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-733-5083, extension 539.
Sincerely,
z6vy&_10�1_
Bob Guerra
Western Region NPDES Unit
cc: 'RWQ Asheville Surface Water. Protection Superyisorr 1�
Central Files -1
NOV 2 8 2006 i .
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
North Carolina
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46 North Carolina Deparimen', —2 ivironmendtnd Natural Resources
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
July 5, 2006
Deborah DiPietrantonio, Facility Supervisor
NC DENR - Division of Forest Resources
6111 Linvlle Falls Hwy.
Crossnore, NC 28616
Dear Ms. DiPietrantonio:
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SUBJECT: Compliance Sampling Inspection
NC DENR/Division of Forest Resources
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Permit Number NCO040339
Avery. County
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on June 21, 2006 by Wanda Frazier of the Asheville Regional Office. The
facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NC0040339.
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 extension 4662.
Enclosure
cc: Bobby Gentry, ORC
Wanda Frazier - ARO
`Ashevil'le RO - facllity,fi(-e7
Central Files
Sincerely,
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Wanda P. Frazier
NorthCarolina
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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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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 15I 31 NCO040339 111 121 Oe/06/21 117 18I sI 191 gI 201 I
Remarks
2111111111111111111IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII1116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ----------- ------------ Reserved----------------
67I 1.0 169 701 31 711 I 721 NJ 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
10:00 AM 06/06/21
Ci5/05/01
B.H. Corpering Forestry Training Center
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Sam Brown St
Crossnore NC 28616
10:10 AM 06/06/21
10/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Bobby J. Gen-ry/0_cC/828-733-4242/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bobby J Gertrv,6111 Linc'_le Falls Hwy Crossnore NC 28616//828-733-03YP5
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit E Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program
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)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARQ WQ//328-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management 0,A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Fofm 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont .) 1
3I NC00403 9 I11 12I 06
/06/2
_ 117 18I S
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
This facility is a septic tank and surface sand filter.
The facility was found to be well kept and maintained.
There were no odors detected and the sand filter bed was free of vegetation.
The sand filter bed was covered in gravel to prevent vegetation from growing.
There were no training events taking place; therefore no discharge to surface waters was observed.
The monthly monitoring reports list the permit number incorrectly as: NC004C339.
It should be listed as: NC0040339.
The back of the monthly monitoring reports are incomplete.
Please fill in the:
permittee address
phone number
permit expiration date: (01/20/2010)
Page # 2

Permit: NCO040339 Owner - Facility: B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Inspection Date: 06/21/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Permit Yes No NA Nt
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? El El ■
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ rl ❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ❑ ■
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ rl ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ ❑ ❑ 0
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ f_1 .
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge 0 El ■ 111
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Page # 3

Michael F.rEasley, G'oVemOf
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural' Resourc�1.
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
March 9, 2005
Bobby J Gentry
NC DENR/Division of Forest Resources
6111 Linvlle Falls Hwy
Crossnore NC 28616
SUBJECT: February 16, 2005
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Permit No: NCO040339
Avery County
Dear Mr. Gentry:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for
the inspection which I conducted at the facility on February 16, 2005. , The facility was
found to be in Compliance with permit NC0040339.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Keith Hayne
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
sh�eville�Files�
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748
NothCarolina
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 Itil 2 u 31 NC0040339 1 11 121 05 / 02 / 16 17 18 U 19 U 20 U
Remarks
21111111111111 1111 111111111111 11111111 1111 1111 11166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ---------------Reserved---- --
671 1 69 70 U 71 U 72 L'_.1 73 W 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
12:50 PM 05/02 16
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B.H. Corpening Forestry Training Center
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Sam Brovm sr.
Crossnore NC 2861.6
01:15 PM 05/02/16
10/01/3.1
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
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Bobby J. Gentry/OR.C/828-733-4242%
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Bobby J Gentry,6111 Linelle FallHwy s HCrossnore NC 28616//828-733-030f1No,Cted
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Keith Hati_r-es ARO FIQ//828-296-4500 Ext.46601'
SiallWure of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
31 NC0040339 lii 121 05/02/16 117 18 U
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The polisining pond level was low--, thus there v.--as no drscharne. :here c,rere a few weeds growing in the gravel
covering the sand filter. The weeds should be removal when dry weather allows. The facility at) --area to be
properly operated.

■ Coete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete
itifRestricted Delivery is desired.
Pour name and address on the reverse
so that we can return the card to you.
o Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece,
or on the front if space permits.
1. Article Addressed to:
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154 KINGSTON RIDGE DRIVE
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