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City of Lenoir
Directions to the Water Plant:
Mark Townsend: ORC / Superintendent 396-1006
Jeff Hayes Back-up operator
Lowell Graves operator
Take 1-40 East to Exit # 113
Turn Left. This is Connelly Springs Road. Go 3.5 miles.
(Note: You will pass the Valdese Hospital on the Right and go
over Castle Bridge over Lake Rhodhiss. There is a Burke Co. /
Caldwell Co. sign where you cross the bridge.
One mile after you cross the bridge, you will come to an
intersection with Premier Road between Tri-County Marine and
Phillips 66 Jack-B-Quick convenience store on the left. Baton
United Methodist Church is on the Right at that intersection.)
Turn Right, this side of the church onto SR 1115. This is Dry
Pond Road (no sign).
Go 4.2 miles on Dry Pond Road. (Note: If you pass Ingles, you
have gone too far.)
You will see a green barn with an American flag 0.2 mile after
passing the barn.
Turn Right onto Waterworks Road. Go 0.8 mile on this road.
The Water Plant is on the left. (The sign says: George L.
Bernhardt, Sr. Municipal Water Plant)

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
May 10, 2011
Mr. Mack W. Edmister-Public Works Director
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit No. NCO044164
Lake Rhodhiss WTP—Class PC- 1
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edmister:
Division (DWQ) 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).
The following modifications in the February 16,2011 draft permit remain in the final permit:
• Limits and Monitoring requirements have been deleted for:
o Settleable Solids
o Upstream and downstream sampling for turbidity has been deleted and changed to effluent monitoring
2/month
• Footnotes have been modified and added
• The facility description has been updated.
• The site map has been updated to reflect lat&long values for your discharge point.
• Parameter codes have been added to the effluent page.
• Total Suspended Residue has been changed to Total Suspended Solids.
• Sampling frequencies have been changed for:
o Iron from weekly to Quarterly.
o Aluminum from weekly to Quarterly.
• Additional monitoring requirements have been added for the following Pollutants of Concern:
o Copper—Quarterly sampling.
o Manganese—Quarterly sampling.
o Zinc—Quarterly sampling.
o Total Phosphorus—Quarterly sampling.
o Total Nitrogen—Quarterly sampling. '
o Whole Effluent Toxicity(Monitoring only)—Quarterly sampling.
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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 150E 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 Bob Guerra at telephone number(919)807-6387 or email at(bob.ouerra(a)ncdenr.gov).
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Coleen H. Sullins
Enclosure: NPDES Permit NC0044164
cc: Asheville Regional Office/Surface Water Protection— Roger Edwards
Aquatic Toxicology/Susan Meadows
NPDES Unit
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�\ . (ermit NCO044164
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
City of Lenoir
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
5474 Waterworks Road
Granite Falls
Caldwell County
to receiving waters designated as the Catawba River (at Lake Rhodhiss) in the Catawba
River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set
forth in Parts I, Il, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective June 1, 2011.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on March 31, 2015.
Signed this day May 10, 2011.
Co n H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0044164
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
j facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included
herein.
The City of Lenoir is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a Conventional Water Treatment Plant with a discharge of filter
backwash and consisting of the following components:
• Alum sludge lagoon
• Chlorination
• Dechlorination
The facility is located at the Lake Rhodhiss WTP, 5474 Waterworks Road, Granite Falls
in Caldwell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into
the Catawba River (at Lake Rhodhiss) in the Catawba River Basin, classified WS-IV & B
CA waters in the Catawba River Basin.
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Latitude: 3547'00" N State Grid: Morganton North Location
Longitude, 81'28'57" W Permitted Flow: Unlimited not to scale
Receivino Stream,Lake Rhodhiss(Catawba River) Sub-Basin: 03-08-32
Stream Class: WS-IV&BICA Drainage Basin: Catawba River Basin
NPDES Permit No. NCO044164 North
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permit NC0044164
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:
EFFLUENT .LIMITS MONITORING,REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS
Monthly Daily Measurement Sample Type Sample
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Average Maximum Frequency ` Location i
50050- Flow Continuous Recording Effluent
00530—Total Suspended 30 mg/L 45 mg/L 2/Month Grab Effluent
Solids
00400-pH 6.0—9.0 s.u. 2/Month Grab Effluent
00076—Turbidity' 2/Month Grab Effluent
50060-Total Residual ChlorineZ 28 pg/L 2/Month Grab Effluent
01105- Aluminum Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01045-Total Iron Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01042-Total Copper Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01055-Manganese Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01092-Total Zinc Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
00951 -Fluoride Quarter)Y3 Grab Effluent
00665-Total Phosphorus (TP) Quarterly Grab Effluent
00600-Total Nitrogen (TN) Quarterly Grab Effluent
TGP3B-Whole Effluent Toxicity
Monitoring" Quarterly Grab Effluent
Footnotes:
1) The discharge from this facility shall not cause turbidity in the receiving stream to exceed 25 NTU.
2) Limit and monitor only if the facility adds chlorine or chlorine derivatives to water that is eventually
discharged. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ugh to be in
compliance with the permit. However,the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values
reported by a North Carolina certified laboratory(including field certified), even if these values fall below,
50 ug/I.
3) Parameter should be monitored in conjunction with toxicity test.
4) Chronic Toxicity Monitoring P/F(Ceriodaphnia Dubia) @ 90%, during the months of January,April, July,
and October. See Part I, Condition A. (2.). Further studies will be required to determine the cause of
toxicity, if any. The collection of samples shall coincide with the sampling of other parameters.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts
All samples collected should be of a representative discharge.

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A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY MONITORING (QRTRLY)
The permittee shall conduct quarterly chronic toxicity tests using test procedures outlined in the"North
Carolina(Ceriodaphnia Dubia) Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure,"Revised February 1998, or
subsequent versions.
The effluent concentration defined as treatment two in the procedure document is 90%. The testing shall be
performed as a Ceriodaphnia dubia 7day pass/fail test. The tests will be performed during the months of
January,April,July and October. Effluent sampling for this testing shall be performed at the NPDES
Permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment processes.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1)for the month in which it was performed, using the parameter code TGP313.
Additionally, DWQ Form AT-1 (original) is to be sent to the following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no
later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete and accurate and include all supporting chemical/physical measurements performed
in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual chlorine of the effluent
toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, the
permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity(AT)test form indicating the
facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of"No
Floyd' in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental Sciences Section at
the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly
monitoring will begin immediately. Upon submission of a valid test, this monthly test requirement will revert to
quarterly in the months specified above.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re-opened and modified to include
alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit,the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation &reporting of the data submitted on the DMR&all AT Forms
submitted.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control
organism survival, minimum control organism reproduction,and appropriate environmental controls,
shall constitute an invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than
the last day of the month following the month of the initial monitoring.

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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.
BBypass
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
(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
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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.
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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
-1 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.
li 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.
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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,the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average(concentration limit)
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.
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,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.
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 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
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penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or
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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
1 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 Crim nal 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.
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].
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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 140 CFR 122.41
(h)]•
9. Duty to ReapplX
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. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information subm tted 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 122.221
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]
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d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
- —following certihc`at on[40-CFR-122.22] NO-OTH -STATEMENTS OF`CER`PIFICATION 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. I am aware that there are significant penalties far 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 (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 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 2H.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
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 I1,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 Perm ttee 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.
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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)]
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.
(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. U sets
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
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b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative of rise o psuet shall-demonstrate,through properly signed,—cont�rsrpa�amous 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 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)1: 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 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
1. 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 /Surface Water Protection 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
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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.ncdenr.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 122.411.
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.
5. Penalties for Tam ering
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 122.411.
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 122.411:
a. The date,exact place,and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s)who performed the sampling or measurements;
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c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s)who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used;and
I. The results of such analyses.
S. 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 Perm ttee'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).
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.
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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 Re op rting
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(800)662-7956, [phone] or(919) 733-3300.
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part 1I. E. 5 and 6. of this permit
at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part 11. 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 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.
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
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12. Annual Performance Reports
j Permittees who own or operate facilities that col ect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall-provide an
JI 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 Quality/ Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION:Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
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 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 pg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter(200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile;five hundred micrograms per
liter (500 pg/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 pg/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 Altematives
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
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 CON_MTI0INS_rOR_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(j)]
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 POTW's NPDES Permit or prevents sewage sludge
use or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A
NCAC 2H.0903(b) (13)]
Pass Through
1 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 POTW's NPDES permit,or of an instream water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903(b) (23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works(POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. 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 sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they
convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also means the local government entity, 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. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b)(27)]
"Significant Industrial User" or"SITU'
An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC
2H.0903(b) (34)]:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding
sanitary,noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or;
(b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of the
maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern,or;
(c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard,or;
(d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise determined by the POTW, the Division, or
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any
pretreatment standard or requirement or POTW's receiving stream standard, or to limit the POTW's sludge
disposal options.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the
operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the
treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.2]
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.
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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 industries
using the municipal system 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. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow 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 2H.0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)]
b. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow 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
hnterference;
(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;
(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; 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 User discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
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specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater
- from�ignificantlndustria steer,the Perm i et shall eitherr develop and-submit to the Divisiona new
1 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(j) (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 Subm ttal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44(j) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b) (8)of the CWA,
40 CFR 403,15A NCAC 21-1.0900,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 2110903 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 21-1.0905 and .0906;40 CFR 403.8(0 (1)and 403.9(b)(1),(2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey(IWS)
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (f) (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 2H.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 (j) (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. 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.
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 I1,
Section D,and Section E.S.). [15A NCAC 21-1.0906 (b) (2) 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 122.441. 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. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1).
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 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
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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 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct WC)
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(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 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 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
remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 2H.0906(b)(7)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 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.
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 twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR/ Division of Water Quality/ Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment,Emergency Response,and Collection Systems(PERCS)Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 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 Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) in
Significant Non-Compliance(SNC);
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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(IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU) 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 SNs 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 Significant Industrial Users (SNs) 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(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. [15A NCAC 2H.0908(f); 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 (SNs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be
considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18,15 NCAC 2H .0114 and 15A NCAC
2H.0907.
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City of Lenoir
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
A to C No. 044164A01
June 23, 2006
Engineer's Certitication
I Nl;chgaP s, gpke as a duly registered Professional Engineer in
the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe periodicall *t*19/fXfM*)
the construction of the modifications and improvements to the L e o Rs WTP located on
Water Works Road in Caldwell County for the City of Lenoir, hereby state that, to the best of my
abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the following construction:
Installation of a dechlorination system utilizing sodiurn bisulfrte pursuant to the
fast track application received on June 21, 2006, and in conformity with the
Minimum Design Criteria for Dechlorination Facilities.
I certify that the construction of the above referenced project was observed to be built
within substantial compliance and intent of the approved plans and specifications.
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William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary
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Alan W.Klimek,P.E.Director
ko "�.e' Y Division of Water Quality
June 23, 2006
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Mr. Mack Edmisten
City of Lenoir JON 27 2006
PO Box 958
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Lenoir,NC 28645-0958 w
SUBJECT: Authorization to Construct
A to C No. 044164A01
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Dechlorination Facilities
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edmisten:
A fast track application for Authorization to Construct dechlorination facilities was
received on June 21, 2006, by the Division. Authorization is hereby granted for the construction
of modifications to the existing Lake Rhodhiss WTP, with discharge of treated wastewater into
the Catawba River in the Catawba River Basin.
This authorization results in no increase in design or permitted capacity and is awarded
for the construction of the following specific modifications:
Installation of a dechlorination system utilizing sodium bisulfite pursuant to the
fast track application received on June 21, 2006, and in conformity with the
Minimum Design Criteria for Dechlorination Facilities.
This Authorization to Construct is issued in accordance with Part III, Paragraph A of
NPDES Permit No. NCO044164 issued April 26, 2005, and shall be subject to revocation unless
the wastewater treatment facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions and
limitations specified in Permit No. NC0044164.
In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may
be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater
treatment or disposal facilities.
The Asheville Regional Office, telephone number(828) 296-4500, shall be notified at
least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed facilities so that an on site
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June 23, 2006
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11 inspection can be made. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during the
normal office hours from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State
Holidays.
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0140, upon completion of construction and prior to operation of
these permitted facilities, the completed Engineering Certification form attached to this permit shall be
submitted to the address provided on the form.
Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of the
wastewater treatment facilities. Theo operator must hold a certificate of the YP type and grade at least
P
than the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities b
equivalent to or greater t g Y
the Certification Commission.
The Permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and
grade to comply with the conditions of T15A:8G.0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each
Class I facility at least weekly and each Class 11, III and IV facility at least daily, excluding
weekends and holidays, must properly manage the facility, must document daily operation and
maintenance of the facility, and must comply with all other conditions of T 15A:8G.0202.
A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the
Permittee for the life of the facility.
During the construction of the proposed additions/modifications, the permittee shall
continue to properly maintain and operate the existing wastewater treatment facilities at all times,
and in such a manner, as necessary to comply with the effluent limits specified in the NPDES
Permit.
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You are reminded that it is mandatory for the project to be constructed in accordance
with the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act, and, when applicable, the North
Carolina Dam Safety Act. In addition, the specifications must clearly state what the contractor's
responsibilities shall be in complying with these Acts.
Failure to abide by the requirements contained in this Authorization to Construct may
_ subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality in accordance
with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
The issuance of this Authorization to Construct does not preclude the Permittee from
complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by
other government agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.

Mr. Edmisten
June 23, 2006
Page 3
If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact
Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E. at telephone number [phone].
Sincerely,
Alan I K imek, P.E.
MM1cgm
cc: Michael S. Apke, P.E. McGill Associates
Caldwell County Health Department
Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection Section
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
Point Source Branch, NPDES Program
Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E.
Michelle McKay,E.I.
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ITEM POINT' (5)SECONDARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Carbonaceous Stage
(1) Industrial Pretreatment Units and/or (i)Aeration Hieh Purity Oxygen Syslem
Industrial Pretreatment Program Diffused Air System . . }C.
(see definition No. 33) 4 Mechanical Air System (fixed
(2) FQ_SIt;'ZN FLOW OF PLANT IN GPD flea:mg or rotor) . . . . . . . . . . . b
(not applicable to non-conlaminaled cooling waters, sludge Separate Sludge Reaeralion
handling facilities for water purificcl:on plants, totally (ii) Trickling Filter
closed cycle systems (del. No. 11). and facilities Hio� Rate
consisting only of Item (4) (d) or hems (4) (d) and (11) (d))
Standard Rate . . . . . . . . .
0 50,000 . . . . . . . . . . 1 Packed Tower. . -
50.00' - 50,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 (iii) S10logical Aerated Filter or Aerated
50,001 t00,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bialogical Filter .
100.001 -- 250,000 . . - '
. . ._ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (iv) Aerated Lagoons . . . . .e. . . . . .250,007 -� 500,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
500.001 -1,000,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S (11) Finaling Biolocical Contactors . . . C'
.000.001 -- 2,000.000 - . . . . 10
2,000,001 (and up) - rate i poi:-:; �.cdmonat for each (v0 Sand Fillers"
200.000 god czoaci;v up to a in;-rmillenl biological _
maximum of 30 rea;cult ling biological .
pesrgn Flow (gptl) Nil) S;abil:zation Lacoons . .
(3) PRELI!,M1;NARY UNITS (see definition no. '_2) . . . . . . . . . . . .
(a) Bar Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 (ix) Single stage system for combined
or carbonaceous removal of BOO and
(b) comminuting
Screens, Sl. .. Screens or nitrogenous removal b nitrification
Comminu Gng Devices 2 y
;c) Gri: !i=,clovai . - . . . . (see del, No. t 2) (Points for this item
_. -lave 10 be L-. =ddilion to items f5)
through ( ) 1
(r) (1 ._ cr.zal o' /,era'e
" ro :'ulnenl aoc ,ns to enhance BOD
:emiwa: . -
Biological t •i ,re ('Super Bugs-)
1 :o enhance or ullc. compound removal r
Nore,a_I-lo'us & rgc
•.G.:.. .: !-irw i-ou;lllzhtic,:, ;:I nrallon li,rl:', Purity Oxygen System
rr a ,.ed Air Syslem
Url SeUar a:rl ' Me-nanical Air System
ros;:rlg, or rotor) .
rri A.Ir Plola6tm . . . .
(i)
PIechlorination Separate Sludge Reaerati,
inc:aing FII;c.r
tile:', Rate .. . .
(4) I'(i16MRY IRf-f,7MF:/JT UfJliti '
(.•) Tank (see dnhnlbun no 43. - s'.e.,dard Rate . . . . .
',ed Tower .
I'nl::lry Cl;...hers [:,It" or
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n.rh•,r1 ur r. u .r N;G:•plc<I C.:rhun Fccd -
.vilho�l Ca II I. reg l:nCrA I to 11 . . . . . -
5
:f DenBrifieatfon Iva-pss (separate process) I is ----- ------- ---- -_-- - 5
:. ) Glcc;wdialysis . . . . . . I� (11) IAISCELLANEOUS UNITS
Ill Foam Separation ... . . . ...... . . (a) Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks of Selling Ponds
,1) Ion Exchange . . .... . . . ......... . . .:. - . - : - S for Organic or Toxic Materials including wastes
,I:.) [-and Applical:on of Treated Effluent - from mining operations containing nitrogen and/or
(see definition no. 22b) (not applicable for phosphorous compounds in amounts significantly
sand, gravel, stone and other similar mining
greater Than is common for domestic wastewater . .... ._ 4
operations) (b) Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage
(1) on agncnnurally managed sites (See del. basins which are inherent in land application systems). 2
No- 4) . . . . . .. . . ... .. .. . ........... ... . . . . . 10 c
li b high rate inlihralion on non-a ricullurall O Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins
( ) Y B Y inherent in land application systems.. ...._ ___............._..... 5
managed sites (includes rotary distributors --d Pumps...._.._ _..
and similar fixed nozzle systems) . . . . . . . . . . . 4 (e) Stand By Power Supply. .. ..... 3
(fit) by subsurface disposal (includes low pressure (q Thermal Pollution Conl:ol Device..
pipe systems and gravity systems except at -
plants consisting of septic lan9 and nilrifica-
lion lines only) . . . . . . . . . .... ........... . . . . . 4 TONAL POINTS
Micros eens .. . . .... . . . . ................ . . .. . . 5
rt) Phosphorus Removal by. Biological Processes CLASSIFICATION
(See def. No.26) . ... .. . ................ .. . . . 20
1")
(' _. ....... _ _.- Polishing Ponds - wilhout aeration . . . . . . . 2 Class I_..... ......... ........._ .....__. ..._ 5 - 25 Points
with aeration. . . . . . . . . . 5 Class IL....._.._.....__........__...........;...._.... 26- 50 Points
t) Post Aeration - cascade ........ . . . . . . G Class ill................ __ _...................__._.. 51- 65 Points
diffused or mechanical . . . 5 Class Iv..__............_.......... .. ..__............ 66- Up Points
{m) Reverse Osmosis . ...... . ........... .... . . f.
(n) Sand or Mixed-Media Filters - low rate . . . . . . . . . . 2 Facilities having a rating of one through four points, inclusive,
high rate... . . . . . . . 5 do not require a certified operator. Classification of all other
;j) Treatment processes for removal of metal or facilities requires a comparable grade operator in responsible
cyanide . . . . .. ... .. ... .. . ........... ... . . . 15 charge.
(p) Treatment processes for removal of toxic
materials other than metal or cyanide . . . . . . . . . 1 5 Facilities having an activated sludge process will be assigned
a minimum classification of Class 11.
:i7;E TREATMENT Facilities having Irealmen: processes lot the removal of metal
(a) Sludge Digestion Tank - Heated....... ... . . . . . ` 1' or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classifiewion of Class 11.
Aerobic.... ... . . . . . . . . i -
Unheated..... . . . . . . . 3 Facilities having treatment processes for the biological removal
(b) Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thermal) 5 cf phosphorus will he assigned a minimum class:licalion of Class
(c) Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity.... .. . . . . .. . . . . . 2 Ill
_ Vacuum Assisted . . . . . .
(d) Sludge Elutuatlon . . . . . . . ...... .. . . . . . . . . . 5 In-planl processes and related control equipment which are an
(c) Sludge Conditioner (chemical or thermal) . . . . . f+ integral part of indusu'at production shali not Ito considered waste
(1) Sludge Thickener(gravity). ......... .. . . . . . . . . . . 5 irealmenl. Likewise, at
of waslew'ater from residences
(q) Dissolved Air Flotation Unit having a design Ito'.. of !.000 opd or less, shall not be subject to
(not applicable to a unit rates as (3) (i) . . . . . - . .aGng(to Sludge Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage)
(,) Sludge Holding Tank Aerated....... . . . . . . . ;_DDITIONAL
Non-aerated .. . . . . . . . . . .
(I) Sludge I:IGneralor - (not including activated
carbon regeneration) ' (�
(k) Vacuum FiIL:. Cenlrlfuge or Filter Press or .line;
similar dev:atering duvkr: . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . t 0
DISPOSAL.(including incinerated ash)
jnt Lagoons .. . . . . .. .... .. . . . .. .
(h) Land Appl-Cation (surface and subsurface)
(see cofmaion 22a)
-%:,here the facility h:;lds the land app. permit t
-by con;;2cur.g to land application oper.flor v,h:
holds file and apphca lion permit . . . . . . . . .
-hlnrl application of _lodge by a ronitactot who d,
not hold r. ne'run lot the v.aslewater unalnwn:
laofily whe;r Cu• sh,dnr is gene:aled . . . ,.
I CI ION

ROY COOPER
Governor
�mm r MICHAEL S.REGAN
1SecrelaiT
S.JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
April 12,2017
Radford Thomas
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir,NC 28645
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Permit No: NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Thomas:
On March 29, 2017, I conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the subject facility's waste water
system. Present during the inspection were Kevin Matheson, Lowell Graves and Jeff Hayes. The facility
appeared to be in compliance with permit NC0044164.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for observations and comments. If you or your staff have any
questions,please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
AV
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
cc: Kevin Matheson(e-copy)
MSC 1617-Central Files-Basement
Asheville Files
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2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swaananoa,NC 28778
828 296 4500

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Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/daY Inspection ection Type
�� 1 2 3 YP Inspector Fac Type'
1 LJ LJ I NCO044164 I11 12
� 17/o3/29 17 18 [„I 19 I,c I 201 I
211_1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 1 1 1 I I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 I I I ILLf 6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CIA ---------_Reserved---- -
67I� 70I 71LJ 72 L�J 73L I 74 75 L80
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) -
01:00PM 17/03/29 16/04/01
Lake Rhodhiss WFP
5474 Waterworks Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
Lenoir NC 28645 02:30PM 17/03/29 20/03/31
Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Tilles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data
Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
James H Hipp,PO Box 958 Lenoir NC 286450958//704-757-2176/ Contacted
Yes
Section C:Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations&Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Self-Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D:Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggle ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/ ///�_
La- �yv /
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
(Cont.)
31 NCO044164 111 12 17/03/29 17 1$
Section.D:Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Present during the inspection were Kevin Matheson, Lowell Graves and Jeff Hayes.
Flow is currently measured by backwash flows; continuous flow recording at the effluent is required by
the permit. We looked at an effluent manhole/chamber where installation of a weir and a continuous
flow recording device could potentially be installed. Lenoir needs to consider the feasibility of this
installation to achieve proper flow monitoring.
Discharge flows average—170,000 GPD. 1 filter is backwashed daily.Twice/year the basins are
cleaned, which brings discharge flows to—1.1 MGD.
Solids are removed and brought to the Lower Creek W/VfP—2-3/month.
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Permit: NCO044164 Owner-Facility: take Rhodhiss WTP
Inspection Date: 03/29/2017 inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations& Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex: MLSS,.MCRT,Settleable ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit? M ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ M ❑ ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is all required information readily available,complete and current? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years(lab. reg.required 5 years)? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the chain-of-custody complete? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Dates, times and location of sampling ❑
Name of individual performing the sampling ❑
Results of analysis and calibration ❑
Dates of analysis ❑
Name of person performing analyses ❑
Transported COCs ❑
Are DMRs complete:do they include all permit parameters? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
(If the facility is=or>5 MGD permitted flow)Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: NCO044164 Owner-Facility: Lake Rhodhiss.WTP
Inspection Date: 03/29/2017 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ❑ ❑ ,0 ❑
Comment: 24/7 operator is for the water plant.
De-chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount(1 to 1)? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ❑ ❑ M ❑
#Is de-chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type? ❑ ❑ i ❑
Comment: Sodium Bisulfate is used.
Are tablet de-chlorinators operational? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ❑ El El
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Comment:
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling Flow proportional? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is proper volume collected? _ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the tubing clean? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
#Is proper temperature set for sample storage(kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees ❑ ❑ ❑
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit(frequency,sampling type ❑ ❑ ❑
representative)?
Comment:
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PAT MCCRORY
{pa Gurernor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Semelcny
Water Resources S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Director
December 14,2015
Mr. Radford L. Thomas
Public Utilities Director
P.O Box 958
Lenoir,NC 28645
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO044164
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Thomas:
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 major changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 21,2015.
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 Sonia Gregory at telephone number(919)
807-6333.
inc el,
S. Jay Zimmerman,Dire for RE=CEI
VPD
Division of Water Resortces division of Water Rosources
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office
NPDES Unit JA N — 2016
;i water o m t Illy Re9lonal O
Qrperetlons
Ashavilir. -iegional
State of North Carolina I Environmental Qoality I Water Resources e ,
1617 Mai]service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
919 707 9000

Permit NCO044164
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act,as amended,
The City of Lenoir
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
5474 Waterworks Road
Granite Falls
Caldwell County
to receiving waters designated as the Catawba River(at Lake Rhodhiss)in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,11, III
and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective April 1, 2016.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on March 31, 2020.
Signed this day December 14,2015.
S. immerman,P.G.,Directo
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NC0044164
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 pen-nit 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 City of Lenoir is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a Conventional Water Treatment Plant with a discharge of filter backwash and
consisting of the following components:
• Alum sludge lagoon
• Chlorination
• Dechlorination
The facility is located at the Lake Rhodhiss WTP, 5474 Waterworks Road, Granite Falls in Caldwell
County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into the Catawba River
(at Lake Rhodhiss) in the Catawba River Basin, classified WS-IV & B CA waters in the Catawba River
Basin.
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Permit NCO044164
Part I.
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
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 1 by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT LIMITS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS
Monthly Daily Measurement Sample Sample
ow Average Maximum Frequency, Type Location '
60050 Continuous Recording Effluent
Total Suspended Solids[C0530] 30 mg/L 45 mg/L 2/Month Grab Effluent
pH
[00400] 6.0—9.0 s.u. 2/Month Grab Effluent
7 ily2[000 2/Month Grab Effluent
[00076
Total Residual Chlorine a[50060] 28 pg/L 2/Month Grab Effluent
Aluminum
01105 Quarterly4 Grab Effluent
Total Iron
01045 Quarterly4 Grab Effluent
Total Copper
01042 Quarterly Grab Effluent
Manganese
01055 Quarterly4 Grab Effluent
Total Zinc
01092 Quarterly 4 Grab Effluent
Fluoride
1009511 Quarterly 4 Grab Effluent
Total Phosphorus (TP)
[006651 Quarterly Grab Effluent
Total Nitrogen (TN)[00600] Quarterly Grab Effluent
Whole Effluent Toxicity
Monitoring 5 Annually Grab Effluent
[TGE3B
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. (4)].
2. The discharge from this facility shall not cause turbidity in the receiving stream to exceed 25 NTH.
3. Limit and monitor only if the facility adds chlorine or chlorine derivatives to water that is eventually discharged. The
Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/1 to be in compliance wit( the permit. However,
the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North Carolina certified laboratory(including
field certified),even if these values fall below 50 ug/l.
4. Parameter should be monitored in conjunction with toxicity test.
5. Whole Effluent Toxicity testing shall be performed once per calendar year.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts
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Permit NC0044164
(A.2).ACUTE TOXICITY PASSIFAIL PERMIT LIMIT APPLIES TO—
[15A NCAC 02B.0200 et seq.]
Discharges to Freshwater with an Instream Waste Concentration(IWC)<0.25%
Discharges to Saltwater with Tidal receiving waters not modeled
The permittee shall conduct acute toxicity tests on an annual basis, once each calendar year, using
protocols defined in the North Carolina Procedure Document entitled"Pass/Fail Methodology For
Determining Acute Toxicity In A Single Effluent Concentration (Revised December 2010 or
subsequent versions).
For Freshwater receiving streams,the monitoring shall be performed as a Ceriodaphnia
dubia 24 hour static test. If another test organism has been approved by
the Division for this facility, it will be listed on the Supplement to the
CoC.
The effluent concentration at which there may be at no time significant acute mortality is 90%
(defined as treatment two in the procedure document). Effluent sampling for this testing must be
obtained during a representative effluent discharge and shall be performed at the NPDES permitted
final effluent discharge below all treatment processes.
Should any single annual monitoring test indicate a failure to meet specified limits,then quarterly
monitoring will begin immediately.Upon passing,this quarterly test requirement will revert back to an
annual requirement of once per calendar year.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent
Discharge Monitoring Form(MR-1)for the month in which it was performed,using the parameter
code specified below and DWR Form AT-2.
For Freshwater receiving streams,use parameter code TGE313.
The DWR Form AT-2(original)is to be sent to the following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Resources
Water Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,N.C. 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Water Sciences Section no later than
30 days after the end of the month in which the toxicity test was sampled.
Test data shall be complete and accurate and include all supporting chemical/physical measurements
performed in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual
chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for
disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during the year in which toxicity monitoring is
required,the permittee will submit the aquatic toxicity(AT)test form with the notation of"No Flow"
in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Water Sciences Section at the
address cited above.
The permittee must report on the discharge monitoring report(DMR)form whether the test passes or
fails at the specified effluent concentration.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during the year in which toxicity monitoring is required,then
quarterly monitoring will begin immediately until such time that a single test is passed.Upon passing,
this quarterly test requirement will revert back to an annual requirement of once per calendar year.
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Permit NCO044164
Should any test data from either these monitoring requirements or tests performed by the North
Carolina Division of Water Resources indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream,the permittee
may require toperform adl dittonal testing and if necessary, apply for an individual permit which
could include alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control
organism survival and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an invalid test and will
require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month following
the month of monitoring.
A. (3.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[G.S. 143-215.1(b)]
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 H of this permit
(Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
Section D. 6.
Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)]
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
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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:
hftp://portal.ncdenr.org/web/W
A/adminiboa/i u/n 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.
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 H, Section B.
(I 1.)(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:
liftp://Vortal.nedenr.org/web/wq/admin/bog/ipu/cd
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:
"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. I am aware that there are significant penalties
for submitting false information, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing
violations."
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)]
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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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-hoar 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)-C-onstam 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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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
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 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.
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 yearror-both. In-the_case_o£a_second_or-suhsequent 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)]
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2. Duty to Mitigate
The Pemvttee 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 ILC.S)and"Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7),nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permince 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-
j 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 150E-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 Permttee 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 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-authorizatiow-If an-authorization-under paragraph(b)of-this-section-is no longer accuratebecause
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 orpersons 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
submittingfalse 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(Q.
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 .02011:
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 ORC):
III (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 II, 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. Prover 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 Pemuttee'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)—T-he-P-ermit-Issuing-Authoritymay-approvz-manticipated_bypass,_aIIerronsideringitsadverse-effects,if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1)of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset[40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)1: 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 Pemuttee 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.
-i (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)1: 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 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 Samples
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
I'I 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 122.410)].
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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NC DENR/Division of Water Resources/Water Quality Permitting 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.Perm ittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section(919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.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 122.411.
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.
5. 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 Permtttee 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 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
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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
1 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(l)(2)].
4. 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(1)(3), 122.611 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(I)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report(DMR)(See Part H.D.2)or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
In. 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)].
In. 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(800)662-7956,[phone] or(919)733-3300.
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part H.E.S 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(l)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Pernittee 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(l)(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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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
Pemrittees 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
j 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
,I 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 plants 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 acrolem 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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SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part I1 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. [15A 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 Perrnittee'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[15A 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 0211.0907(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 Pemuttee'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-reggard-to-the-effluentrequirements-listed-in-P-art I-of-this-permit,,it maybe-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
Iapproved 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 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
j local limits.Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs(as required by Parts ILD 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 Pemuttee 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(Rip)&Allocation Tables
hi 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 14WA 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. [I5A 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 Monitorin and nd 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 ISA
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5)and.0905;40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v)and(2)(iii);40 CFR
122.440)(2)and 40 CFR 403.121
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
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Pretreatment,Emergency Response,and Collection Systems(PERCS)Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
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(IDs)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(SIUs). 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
Ns in SNC,a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIDS,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(IDs)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). [15A
NCAC 02H.0908(f);40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Pernattee 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.
Version 1110912011.1

United State.Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved.
EPA Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report Approval expiresB-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 Is I 3 I NCO044164 I11 12 17/03/27 17 181r`t 191 c I 201
21IIIIII IIIIIIIIIII IIIIIII I IIIIII IIIIIIIIIII r6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CA ----------Reservetl----------
67I� 70L JI 71 I 72 LrJ 73 I 74 75 I I80
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:DDPM 17/03/27 16/04/01
% P hodhiss WfP -
5474 Waterworks Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
Lenoir NO 28645 02:3OPM 17/03/27 20/03/31
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
James H Hipp,PO Box 958 Lenoir NO 286450958/7704-757-2176/
No
Section C:Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated)
.. ® Permit.,. Operations&Maintenance ® Records/Reports ®Self-Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D:Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Names)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wggs ARO WQ//828-296A500 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.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
31 N00044164 I11 12I 17/03/27 117 18 t'i
Section D:Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: NCO044164 Owner-Facility: Lake Rhodhiss WrP
Inspection Date: 03/27/2017 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge,and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is all required information readily available, complete and current? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years(lab. reg.required 5 years)?�/ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? % ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the chain-of-custody complete? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ - -
Dates, times and location of sampling ❑
Name of individual performing the sampling ❑
Results of analysis and calibration ❑
Dates of analysis /f ❑
Name of person performing analyses ❑
Transported COCs ❑
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? ) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
(If the facility is=or>5 MGD permitted flow)Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator t/ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
on each shift? /
Is the ORC visitation log available and current? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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? V El El El ElIs a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? - / ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: NCO044164 Owner-Facility: Lake RhodhisswrP
Inspection Date: 03/27/2017 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
.I Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
De-chlorination ,^,/)1 ff//��� Yes No NA NE
Type of system? S0v�1 S� "�
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? f`�
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
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:
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling Flow proportional? �.� ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units? v ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is proper volume collected? / ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the tubing clean? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
#Is proper temperature set for sample storage(kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit(frequency, sampling type ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
representative)?
Comment:
Upstream/ Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as require/by the'permit(frequency, sampling type, and ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
sampling location)?
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Perrnit: NC0044164 Owner-Facility: Lake Rhodhiss Wrp
Inspection Date: 03/27/2017 Inspection
Type:
ACompliance
Evaluation
Upstream /Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Comment:
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
October 01, 2014
Radford L. Thomas, Public Utilities Dir.
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir,NC 28645
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Permit NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Thomas:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on September 30,2014. 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 Bob
Sledge(919) 807-6398.
Sincerely,
W lr&ov T(ntd f-0,r&
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office,
NPDES Unity
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1617 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 3 2(]14
Location:512 N.Salisbury St.Raleigh,North Carolina 27604
Phone:[phone] Fax:[phone]rCustomer Service:1-877-623-6748 Water otral.
Internet:www.ncwalenoro �e(;iona7 C}pOZOyions.._.,,,...As_h?vifl. R Monte
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City of Lenoir, North Carolina
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
September 19, 2014
Wren Thedford RECEIVED/DENR/Dinfr.
NC DENR/DWR / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center SEP 30 2014
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 waterouaiity
Permitting Sectior
Dear Ms. Thedford,
Consider this letter a formal request for renewal of NPDES Permit
NCO044164 for the City of Lenoir's Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Facility,
located at 5474 Waterworks Rd. Granite Falls, NC 28630. This permit is
due to expire on March 31, 2015. There have been no changes made to the
alum sludge or backwash water handling processes here at the plant since
the last permit renewal cycle.
If you have questions or comments please feel free to contact me at
828-396-1006.
Kind regards,
,z' 4 0�_
Kevin Matheson
Superintendent-Water Treatment for the City of Lenoir
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
Division of Water nrsourc,� , j
Cc: Mr. Radford L. Thomas
OCT - 3 2014
Water©ualiry.^ieg'ronal t7para ions
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - GW
For discharges associated with groundwater treatment facilities.
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit Number INCOO 4) �{'
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to moue 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 RoA�)rd 7-komaa j
Facility Name Ct o-C �V jr I-ake Pko&l-U55 I-ae-, �r
Mailing Address Q Boy, q5K
city Len ai r �y/ y � �
State / Zip Code C a20to` i'J RECEIVED/DENROWR
Telephone Number (gig') SEP 30 M14
Fax Number W) 3 Ili— I D EW
f� ff 11t(ater nuality
e-mail Address y-I 'Tkpt�xts L' [r 121 lU I r irlC 5 Permitting Section
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above ❑ Y-I L � ii
Street Address or State Road 5 '7* Wa&rIAOrks l�-
city 6ry-cni. fe, Falk
State / Zip Code N 9U 39
County CALDW e LL
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, consultant or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the
Operator in Responsible Charge 1orrf ORC)
Name 1<L'VI'✓i 1 iU LV1C5(7Yl °' {�a der tC w� �e,Y`nTC,yl�.ti
Mailing Address 'P. O. sc'� q6g`
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State / Zip Code ki(�
Telephone Number 6�� -7 5 1 � I f/�(,�j 0
Fax Number ( ) j - 1 C i-f 4t�
4. Ownership Status:
Federal ❑ State ❑ i Private ❑ Public [
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - GW
For discharges associated with groundwater treatment facilities.
S. Products recovered: ^
Gasoline ❑ Diesel fuel ❑ Solvents ❑ Other 1\I one-
6. Number of separate discharge points: I
Outfall Identification number(s) d®
7. Frequency of discharge: Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: (l� Duration: lD. Jr AoUYS
8. Treatment System Design flow 1s 0 MGD
9. Name of receiving stream(s) (Pr vide a map showin the exact location of each outfall, including
latitude and longitude): �i� 6ctkj555 - aWbcL PiVC(-
10. Please list all additives to the treatment system, including chemicals or nutrients, that have
the pote
ntial to be discharged.
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11. Is this facility located on Indian country? (check one)
Yes El No B
12. Additional Information
All applicants (including renewals):
• A USGS topographical map (or copy of the relevant portion) which shows all outfalls
• A summary of the most recent analytical results (effluent data, if available) containing the
maximum values for each chemical detected
NEW Applicants only:
• Engineering Alternative Analysis
• Description of remediation treatment system components, capacities, and removal efficiency
for detected compounds.
If the treatment system will discharge to a storm sewer, written approval from the
municipality responsible for the sewer.
A list of any chemicals found in detectable amounts at the site, with the maximum observed
concentration reported for each chemical (the most recent sample must be collected less
than one year prior to the date of this application)
For petroleum-contaminated sites-Analyses for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) should
be performed. Analyses for any fuel additives likely to be present at the site and for phenol
and lead should also be performed.
For sites contaminated with solvents or other contaminants - EPA Method 624/625
analysis should be performed.
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - G W
For discharges associated with groundwater treatment facilities.
13. Applicant Certification
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my k inowledge` and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed name of Person Signing Title IPII/
Sig atn� waif Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that: 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.)
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Latitude: 35'47'00" N State Grid: Morganton North Location �><u
Longitude: 810 28'57" W Permitted Flow: Unlimited not to scale
Receiving Stream:Lake Rhodhiss(Catawba River) Sub-Basin: 03-08-32 _
Stream Class: WS-IV&B CA Drainage Basin: Catawba River Basin 7 NPD 64ES Permit No. NCO0441
NOYtj2 Caldwell County

A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS ARID 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:
EFFLUENT LIMITS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
CHARACTERISTICS
Monthly Daily Measurement Sample Type Sample
Average Maximum Frequency Location
50050 - Flow ONE Continuous Recording Effluent
00530—Total Suspended / 30 mg/L 45 mg/L 2/Month Grab Effluent
Solids t
00400- pH 6.0—9.0 s.u. 2/Month Grab Effluent
00076—Turbidity' J� 2/Month Grab Effluent
50060 -Total Residual Chlorine 2, ' 28 pg/L 2/Month Grab Effluent
01105- Aluminum ✓ Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01045-Total Iron ✓ Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01042 -Total Copper ✓ Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
01055 -Manganese ✓ Quarterly' Grab Effluent
01092 -Total Zinc ✓ Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
00951 - Fluoride ✓ Quarterly3 Grab Effluent
00665-Total Phosphorus (TP)/ Quarterly Grab Effluent
00600 -Total Nitrogen (TN) ! Quarterly Grab Effluent
TGP313 Whole Effluent Toxicity Quarterly Grab Effluent
Monitoring
Footnotes:
1) The discharge from this facility shall not cause turbidity in the receiving stream to exceed 25 NTLI.
2) Limit and monitor only if the facility adds chlorine or chlorine derivatives to water that is eventually
discharged. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/I to be in
compliance with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values
reported by a North Carolina certified laboratory(including field certified), even if these values fall below
50 ug/I.
3) Parameter should be monitored in conjunction with toxicity test.
4) Chronic Toxicity Monitoring P/F (Ceriodaphnia Dubfa) @ 90%, during the months of January,April, July,
and October. See Part I, Condition A. (2.). Further studies will be required to determine the cause of
toxicity, if any. The collection of samples shall coincide with the sampling of other parameters.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts
All samples collected should be of a representative discharge.

EFFLUENT
NPDES NO.-, NCO044164 DISCHARGE NO: -- 001 MONTH: August YEAR: 2014
FACILITY NAME: City of Lenoir CLASS: 1 COUNTY: Caldwell
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES(1): Blue Ridge Labs CERTIFICATION NO. #276
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE(ORC) Jeffery Hayes GRADE 1 CERTIFICATION NO. 985389
PERSON(S)COLLECTING SAMPLES: Lowell Graves ORCPHONE 828-396-1006
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED: NO FLOW/DISCHARGE FROM SITE
MAIL ORIGINAL AND ONE COPY TO:
ATTN:CENTRAL FILES
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center X
Raleigh,NC 27699-1617 (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
BY THIS SIGNATURE,I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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City of Lenoir- Lower Creek WWTP Lab (DWQ #71) - P.O. Box 958, Lenoir, NC 28645
Water Plant Effluent Results
3rd Quarter 2014 (to date)
Location Date Collected Time Collected Collected By Date Analyzed Parameter Result Units PY
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 7/15114 0750 LG 7/15/14 TSS <2.5 m /I CDC
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 7/29/14 0754 LG 7/29/14 TSS <2.5 m /I CDC
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 8/12/14 0756 LG 8/12/14 TSS <2.5 m /I CDC
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 8/26/14 0747 LG 8/26/14 TSS <2.5 MCIA CDC
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 9/11/14 0715 LG 9/11/14 TSS 2.6 m /I REH
Reported by: 9/18/2014
r
Elisa R. Triplett, Laboratory Supervisor Date Reported
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]

Effluent, Parameters
Date i Analyst
pH Calibration
Calibration 4.0 Buffer 10.0 Buffer Check Slope
Time Buffer 7.0- 95-105
Buffer Lot# �1
Exp. Date
pH Analysis/Temperature
Location Sample Time pH pH Temperature @
Analysis Results Time of Sample
Time Celsius
Effluent ! S v? Zl
Total Residual Chlorine o
Location Sample Analysis TRC Results Standard Standard
Time Time ug/l Check Time True Value
&Value-
ug/l
Effluent 0?) S— ZZ

AWRTER. TECHLROSWC.
'COST C:FFICt BOX 1056 • w5 PINEWOOD PLAZZ.A DR
GRAM T e FALLS.NORTH CAROLiNA 25630
[phone]
SAMPLE: Lenoir H2O COLLECTION DATE., 8/26/2014
PERMIT#: COLLECTION TIME: 07:47
ADDRESS: City of Lenoir RECEIVED DATE: 8/26/2014
P.O. Box 958 RECEIVED TIME: 09:01
Lenoir, NC 28645
REPORTED: 9/3/2014
ANALYSIS
ANALYSIS EFFLUENT UNITS DATE ANALYST
Turbidity 0.60 ntu 8126/14 lag
LOG ID: 1408-364 REPORTED BY: NO CERTIFIED LAB#50
Tony Gragg,Lab Supervisor

Blue Ridge Labs
PO Box 2940
Lenoir, NC 28645
828-728-0149 [e-mail]
Client : City of Lenoir Water Plant
P. O. Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
Attention: Mr. Kevin Matheson
Date Received: 15-Jul-14
Report Date: 29-Jul-14
Sample Date: 15-Jul-14
BRL#: BRL-2014-0464
Lab Sample ID: LSID-2014-02125
Client Sample ID: Effluent
Analysis Analysis
Parameter Result MQL Unit Method Time Date Analyst
N2+N3 0.38 0.08 mg/I SM194500-N 15:52 7/22/2021 KCJ
TKN 126 0.5 mg/l SM194500-N 11:07 7/23/2014 KCJ
eIlI Tf .,
Reported By:
Vlohnson,D.R. Wessinger
Concentrations are below Minimum Quantification Limit except where noted.
NC Laboratory Certificate No.275
Page 2 of 2

Blue Ridge Labs
PO Box 2940
Lenoir, NC 28645
828-728-0149 [e-mail]
Client : City of Lenoir Water Plant
P. O. Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
Attention: Mr. Kevin Matheson
Date Received: 15-Jul-14
Report Date: 29-Jul-14
Sample Date: 15-Jul-14
BRL#: BRL-2014-0464
Lab Sample ID: LSID-2014-02124
Client Sample ID: Effluent
Analysis Analysis
Parameter Result MQL Unit Method Time Date Analyst
Al 0.087� 0.005 mg/I EPA 200.7 12:24 7/29/2014 KCJ
Cu *✓ 0 001 nig/1 EPA 200.7 12:24 7/29/2014 KC1
Fe 0.058+/ 0.01 mg/I EPA 200.7 12:24 7/29/2014 KCJ
Mn 0.017✓ 0.005 mg/l EPA 200.7 12:24 7/29/2014 KCJ
Total Phosphorus 0.063� 0.02 mg/I EPA 200.7 12:24 7/29/2014 KCJ
Zn * 0.001 mg/I EPA 200.7 12:24 7/29/2014 KCJ
Reported By:
S.J.Jo nson, D.R. Wessinger
Concentrations are below Minimum Quantification Limit except where noted.
NC Laboratory Certificate No. 275
Page 1 of 2

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[phone]
SAMPLE: Lenoir H2O COLLECTION DATE: 7/15/2014
PERMIT#: COLLECTION TIME: 07:50
ADDRESS: City of Lenoir RECEIVED DATE: 7/15/2014
P.O. Box 958 RECEIVED TIME: 10:35
Lenoir, NC 28645
REPORTED: 8/5/2014
ANALYSIS
ANALYSIS EFFLUENT UNITS DATE ANALYST
Turbidity 0.65 ntu 7/15/14 lag
Fluoride 0.247 mg/L 7118/14
LOG ID: 1407-211 REPORTED BY: NC CERTIFIED LAB #50
Tony Gragg,Lab Supervisor

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P n Rnx 16414.Carilarro le.SC: 29tillti 4 crosman Court.Greer,SC 29650
Ceriodaphnia dubia Survival and Reproduction Test
EPA-821-R-02-013 Method 1002
Client: CITY OF LENOIR
Facility:WATER PLANT
NPDES 4:NCO044164
Test Date: 16-Jul-14
Laboratory ID#: T43687
Test Reviewed and Approved BY;
Robert W.Kelley,Ph.D. Farhad Rostampour
QA/QC Officer Laboratory Director
KgivmgN:vs
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�;;' Certification#E87819 SC,DI'IE(. Certification#23104
Test results presented in this report conform to all requirements of
NELAC,conducted under NELAC Certification Number E87819
Florida Dept.ofHealtb.Included results pertain only to provided saetrlee. N CDEN R Certifcation 9 022
Page 1 of 6

Effluent Toxicity Report Form - Chronic Pass/Fail and Acute LC50 Date 23-Jul-14
Facility: LENOIR WATER PLANT NPDES# NCO044164 Pipe# County: Caldwell
Laboratory Performing Test: Comments
X
Signature o peraWK in R Ls'p Is Charge
X �'=G�i' .
Signature of Laboratory Supervisor
MAIL ORIGINAL TO Environmental Sciences Branch
Div.of Water Quality
N.C.DENR
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1621
North Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Pass/Fail Reproduction Toxicity Test Chronic Test Results
CONTROL ORGANISMS Calculated t= 1.754
Critical Value= 2.508
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 % Reduction= 11.0%
#Young Produced 24 27 25 30 26 22 27 24 17 29 20 20 %Mortality Avg.Reprod.
Adult (L)ive (D)ead L L L L L L L L L L L L 0% 24.3
Control Control
Effluent% 90.0°/p 0% 21.6
Treatment 2 Treatment 2
Control CV
TREATMENT 2 ORGANISMS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 9 10 11 12 1 6.1%
#Young Produced 24 21 23 26 23 15 20 1 19 1 23 1 16 26 23 %3rd Brood SS FAIL
PA
Adult (L)ive (D)ead L L L L L L L L L L L L 1110% X
Complete This for Either Test Test Start Date
Collection(Start)Date 16-Jul-14
pH lstsample lstsample 2nd sample Sample 15-Jul-14 Sample 17-Ju1-14
Control 8.2 7.9 7.8 7.8 7.7 7.9 Sample Type(Duration)
Treatment 2 6.5 7.3 7.2 7.5 7.0 7.3 Grab Comp Duration 1st 2nd
Sample 1 X Tox T.
start end start end star, end Sample 2 X Dilution Sample Sample
U r
D.O. lstsample lstsample 2nd sample Hardness(mg/L) 500
Control H57'
7.9 7.9 7.8 7.8 8.5 Spec.Cond.(pmhos) 215 159 92
� �4'.
Treatment 2 7.5 8.5 8.2 82 8.4 Chlorine(mg/L) ixdr <0.05 <0.05
Sample Temp.at receipt(°C) 's" ^`,'t r _ 2.7 1.3
LC50/Acute Toxicity Test
(Mortality expressed as%,combining replicates)
Concentration
Mortality start/end start/end
LC50 = Method of Determination Control
95%Confidence Limits Moving Average Probst 1:3 High Cone.
Spearman Karber Other pH D.O.
Organism Tested CeriOda hnia dubia
DEM Form AT-1 Page 2 of 6

STATISTICAL ANALYSIS RESULTS
Facility: LENOIR NPDESa NC0044164
Sample ID: WATERPLANT ETT2 T43687 Date: 16-Jul-14
Laboratory: ii Certification=:NCO22 Exp.Date: 11/1/2014
Survival Data
7 Day Survival Test Used: FISHERS TEST
Control 100% Test Statistic: P= 1.000
Effluent 100% Critical Value: P= 0.01
PASS: The effluent does not reduce survival of the test organisms.
Reproduction Data
Raw Data Test far Normality
Mean young/female Std.Dev. Test Used: Shapiro-Wilks Test:
Control 24.3 3.91 -
Effluent 21.6 3.53 W: 0.954
Critical Value: 0.884
The data are normally distributed.
nalysisfor Differences in Reproduction Testfor Homogeneity of Variance
Test Used: Equal Variance t Test. Test Used: F Test
Calculated t= 1.75 F= 1.23
Critical Value= 2.51 Critical Value= 5.32
The data are homogeneous in variance
PASS: The effluent is not chronically toxic.
Page 3 of 6

Conhol Mortality and Reproduo8on by Test Day
source rep 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Total «e krY;1,'-Yse"=i`ti 43687
T107-4 1 +4+6 14 24 glfery[^`lcT�E',. d$':11s+ LENOIR
010 7-4 2 +3*9 15 27
WATER PLANT
E79-4 3 +5+7 13 25 _ 4 NCO044164
017-4 4 +6+9 t5 30 _ _ CLe.0
827-4 5 +3+8 15 26 _ - r"�Riw7
M47-3 5 +5+5 12 22 16-duiA4
Q5 7-3 7 +6+9 12 27 1500
R1 7-3 8 +4+7 13 24 - - 6
577-4 9 +3+6 6 1] _ Ceriodaphnia dubia
T77-4 10 +5+9 15 29 _ 15-du.i4
P4 7-10 11 +4+8 8 20 - " °'"�"1650-2145
D27-4 12 +3+8 9 20 - '�NCCPF
13 NIA 0 Ugi (i "NO H20'7-4-14
P20INIA
N/A 0 %
NIA 0 90
N/A 0 gBR0At3_�A3�{5100
N/A 0 ,: v'"""' 30 ml
WA 0 -k 15 m1
N/A 0 Mean Li + 1
0 24.3 161V8dk _
90 % Eftluant Mortality and Repmduo6on by Test Day __ 24.8
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Total _ 0.05 ml
T10 7-4 1 +4+7 13 24 Tid 0.05 ml
C10 7-4 2 +5+6 10 21 _ v-n-oaaunoo:
E7 7-4 3 +4+7 12 23
C1 7-4 4 +6+9 11 25
B2 7-4 5 +4+10 9 23
M4 7-3 6 6 9 1s
Q5 7-3 7 5 +5+9 20 Comments
R1 7-3 6 +4+7 8 19 CON TEMP:
S7 7-4 9 +5+7 11 23 Initial- 24.6
T7 7-4 10 +4+5 71 15 DAY 2- 24.3
P4 7-10 11 5 +12+9 25 DAY 5- 24.2
D2 7-4 12 6 +8+9 23
0 13 N/A 0
0 14 N/A 0
0 16 N/A 0
0 16 N/A 0
0 17 N/A 0
0 18 N/A 0
0 19 N/A o Mean
0 20 N/A 0 21.6
AE JGI HIM
JG AE AE JC JG Jq 23-Jul-14
A. e
a•24.5 0�24.2
Old temp.°C 1 25.51 24.6 24.7
D=Dead N/A-Lost or not used 23-Jul-14
nano ak
Page 4 of 6

Sludge Management Plan for Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Facility
City of Lenoir, North Carolina
The City of Lenoir's Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Facility is a Conventional
Water Treatment Plant, with a capacity to treat 12 million gallons per day. Sludge
produced by the plant consists of alum sludge from the coagulation/
sedimentation processes, and solids removed from the mixed media filter beds
during backwashing. Our facility has two cylindrical concrete thickening/ holding
tanks to aid in sludge management: a 400,000 gallon backwash water tank, and a
500,000 gallon alum sludge tank. Filter backwash water flows to the 400,000
gallon receiving tank where solids are thickened and released to the 500,000
gallon alum sludge tank, and the clear supernatant is then decanted to the
discharge outfall. Alum sludge is mechanically removed continuously from our
sedimentation water treatment basin via a track-vacuum system and flows into
the 500,000 gallon alum sludge tank. Here solids from both tanks are thickened
mechanically, and when necessary chemically. The sludge/solids are then
transferred to a City-owned tanker truck and transported to the Lower Creek
Wastewater Treatment Plant where they are mixed with the biological waste
sludge. The mixture is then de-watered, pasteurized, and lime-stabilized to
produce a class "A" bio-solid suitable for land application.
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Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form
WPCSOCC
NCAC I SA 8C.0201 /
PermitteeOwner/Officer Name: LIT 4zno;Y / gaa4rd I—, �IomgS
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Mailing Address:
City: LLB r101 v LL State: tr 0- Zip; -t . -- Phone#: 00(0
Finail address: ' ,i TAOwia5 �en01 C to [at
Date
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Facility Name: l I , of �ehAtr_/_Zlke f./t dhiS.Skk6t- &4t Permit#: tjO_ QQ
SUBMIT A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH TYPE SYSTEM!
Facility Type/Grade:
Biological WWTP Surface Irrigation
Physical/Chemical T% Land Application
Collection Systcm
Operator in Responsible Charge(ORC)
Print Full Name; 1 V;n )- ���� y��t� 0
Certificate Type/Grade/Numberr: C I Work Phone#: (( r �Fo"`7 N0
Signature; I11 //1 �t�ys� Date:
"1 corti ry that I agrgc to my designation as the Operator in Responsible Charge loot the facility noted.I understand and will abide by the mles
and regulations pertaining a,the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G,0204 and failing to do so=I result in Disciplinary
Actions by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
............................................................................................. .....
Back-Up Operator in Responsible Charge(BU ORC)
Print Pull Name: L10WI; r
Certificate Typ Grade/Number; Work Phone#: (f 29 ),139(0-t oD.6 _
SiLmature: Date: 0—�`I I
•.l certify that I agree to my dcsignaion as u Raalc•up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility coded.I understand and will abide by the
;silos and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the RU ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G.0205 and failing to do so can result in
Disciplinary Actions br the Water Pollution Control System Qperators CurtiAcation Commission"
...........................................................................................................................................6.
Mail,fax or emaA the WPCSOCC, 161 R Mpil Service Center, xaleigh,NC 27699-1618 Fax:919,715.37Z6
original to; :mall:certndmint�alncd4ni�tggy
Mail orfa,r a copy M rite Asheville Fayettevilic Mooresville Raleigh
appropriale ReglanalOfce: 2090 US Hwy 70 225 Green St 610 E Center Ave 3000 Rurrcu Dr
Swatinanoa 29778 Suite 714 Suitc 301 Raleigh 27609
Fax:828,2'P),7043 Fayetteville 28301-504.1 Mooresville 28115 Fax:919„571.4718
Phone:[phone] Fax:910,496.4707 Fax;704.663.60411 Phone:919,791,4200
Phone:910,433.3300 Phone:[phone]
Washington Wilmington WinstunSalem
943 Washington Sq Mull 127 Cardinal Dr 585 Woughtown St
Washington 27989 Wilmington 28405-2845 Winston-Salem 27107
Fax:[phone] Fax:[phone] Fax;336.771.4631
Phone:252.946,6481 Phone:910,196.7215 Phone:[phone]
Revised 03.2014

SEP-30-2014 15:21 FROM:LENOIR WATER PLANT 828 396 1044 TO:918282997043 P.1/2
Fax
City of Lenoir Water Plant
ATTENTION: WPCSOCC FROM: Kevin Matheson
SEND FAX: [phone] PAGES: [11
RETURN FAX: [phone] DATE: September 30, 2014
RE: WW ORC CC:
❑Urgent ❑ For Review ❑Please Comment ❑Please Reply ❑ Please Recycle
COMMENTS:
Please make note of the change of ORC to NPDES Permit# NC0044164.
Thank you so much,
Kevin Matheson
Superintendent
City of Lenoir Water Treatment Plant
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Water pollution Control System Operator Designation Form
WPCSOCC
NCAC: 15A 8G.020.1
Permittec Owner/Officer Name: f Q ot2
Mailing Address: p4 . n
City: ',LgA1e r 2 State: 1VL Zip: £� G 4 S-- Phone #:
Email address: /fo 62C/ /2e— U—s' _.
Signature:7GG�3
....................................................................................................Date....................................
Facility Name: Crj 1er✓0t2 I.o-R LAA/T- Permit#: D04y' j (ec/
SUBMIT A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH TYPE SYSTEM'!
Facil ity_Tync/C ra dc:
Biological WWTP _ Surface Irrigation
Physical/Chemical f _ Land Application
Collection System
...................I........................................................................
Operator in Responsible Charge(ORC)
Print FuII Name: Ev i�Ul rl� 1 L5
Certificate Type/Grade/Number: f�5. � Work Phone#: (2PR) �9( I06C
Signature: Date:
'9 certify that I agree to my designation as the Operator in Responsible Charge for the 14cilily noted.i understand and will abido by the rules
acid regulations perl:tining to the tespnnsibthaes of the ORC qs set Tonle in 15A NCAC 08G,0204 and failing it,do so can result in Uiscipl inure
Actions by the Water Pollution Contnd Systain operau;n:s t,crli lication Cotmnlsnwn."
..............................................................................................................................................
Back-Up Operator in Responsible Charge(BU ORC)
Print Full Name:
Cerl'ifcate Type/rride/Number: Work Phone#:
Signature: Dare:
"I Certify thatl agree to my designation as a Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted.I undowand and will abide by the
rules anti regulations pertaining to die responsibilities 017010 BU OR('as sot forth in 15A NCAC 08G.0205 and failing to do so can result in
Disciplinary Actions by Cite Water Pollatiu4 Control System Opemlors Certification Commission."
...........................................................................................................................I....................
Mall,fox or email the WPCSOCC, 1618 Mail Serviec Center, Raleigh,NC 27699-1618 Fax:[phone]
orlgInal An Email:certadmin a�ncdcnr.nev
Mail or fax a copy to the A.xheville Fayetteville Moortwille Raleigh
appropriate Regiollal Office: 2090 US Hwy 70 225 Greco St 610 2 Ccntcr Ave 3800 Barrett Dr
Swannanua 28778 Suite 714 Suite 301 Raleigh 27609
Fax;828.299.7043 Fayetteville 28301.5043 Mooresville 28115 Fax;91.9.571,,4718
Phone;828.296.4500 Fax:[phone] I!ax:704.663.6040 PhoneJ19.791.4200
Phonc:910A33.33f ll Phone:[phone]
Wnshington Wilmington Winxton-Salem
9413 W:nhington Sy Mnll 127 Cardinal Dr 585 WaughLown St
Washington 27989 Wibnington 28405.2845 Winston-Salem 27107
.Fax:2.52.946,9215 Fox:910.350,2018 Fax:JJ6,771 A01
Phone;252,946.6481 Phone:[phone] Phonc 336-771.S000
Revised 02-2a19

Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form
WPCSOCC
NCAC 15A 8G.0201
r
Permittee Owner/Officer Name: C l�-_q C) 1� r-
/�, r 1
MailingAddress: �� I o'4 '1 � �Y
City: Z2,vl eo,f State: KLzm: 1o`�S Phone#:
Email address: ofv1gS L? CI . I "GIC, 0C,t-tS
Signature: Date:
.............. ...............................n..((.........(.............. ....... .................................
Facility Name: Lake gUL, ,5 W716 "c6, Pc,— I Permit#: 0),1 I iLIf
SUBMIT A SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH TYPE SYSTEM!
Facility Type/Grade: 7RECEIVEDE®ResourcesBiological WWTP Surface h-rigationPhysical/Chemical 1/ Land Application
Collection System 2013Operator in Responsible Charge(ORC) Watal Operationsrrr _ yal Office
Print Full Name: ( 1�1 ����-Y n ��U f VU C/�'-t I�Y
Certificate Type/Grade/Number: I C — , ' Ct 0 5�) (9 Work Phone#: (229 ) 3%� —(Dd G
Signature:� 2z'1 Date: t — 3 -1
`I certify that I agree to 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 c�iW'e_u T. /
Certificate Typ Grade/Number:y ' Q'� l 1 e1 Work Phone#: ( �) J l7 L_ 1 oo(o
Signature: IXw W r Date: — 3'
"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."
..................................................................................................................................................
Mall,fax or email the WPCSOCC, 1618 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,NC 27699-1618 Fax:[phone]
original to: Email:certadminamcdenneoy
Mail or fax a copy to the Asheville Fayetteville Mooresville Raleigh
appropriate Regional Offce: 2090 US Hwy 70 225 Green St 610 E Center Ave 3800 Barrett Dr
Swannanoa 28778 Suite 714 Suite 301 Raleigh 27609
Fax:[phone] Fayetteville 28301-5043 Mooresville 28115 Fax:[phone]
Phone:[phone] Fax:[phone] Fax:[phone] Phone:[phone]
Phone:[phone] Phone:[phone]
Washington Wilmington Winston-Salem
943 Washington Sq Mall 127 Cardinal Or 585 Waughtown St
Washington 27889 Wilmington 28405-2845 Winston-Salem 27107
Fax:[phone] Fax:[phone] Fax:[phone]
Phone:[phone] Phone:[phone] Phone:[phone]
Revised 02-2013

4
This form is to update our backup ORC
THANKS, JEFF HAYES
SUPT. CITY OF LENOIR WTP
828 396 1006
1/03/2014
F
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild,P.E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
September 11, 2012
Mr. Radford L Thomas
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir NC 28645-0958
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Permit No: NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Thomas
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on September 5, 2012. The assistance of Mr. Mark Townsend
was greatly appreciated. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit
NC0044164.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call meat: 828-296-4500.
Sin rely,
Katherine Jimison
Chemistry Technician III
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
Asheville Files
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 One
Phone: [phone]\FAX:828 299f-i7043 NO Carolina
Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org 91 Naturally

United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved.
EPA Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e.,PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2 15 I 31 NCO044164 111 121 12/09/05 117 18 r I 19I S I 201 I
Remarks `.!
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA_ � ----------------------Reserved-----------------
671 169 70151 711 I 72I N I 731 11 74 751 I I I I I I 180
1 Section B: Facility Data LJJ
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)
Lake Rhodhiss WTP 01:02 PM 12/09/05 11/06/01
5474 Waterworks Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
Lenoir NC 28645 01:37 PM 12/09/05 15/03/31
Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data
///
Jerry Mark Townsend/ORC/828-396-1006/
Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Radford L Thomas,PO Box 958 Lenoir NC 286450958//828-757-2219/8287572112 Contacted
yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 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
Kathy JirpiaQO�` j /. ARO WO//828-296-4500/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 7-
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Mr. Mark Townsend assisted in the inspection of this facility.
The facility was in excellent condition, however, it should be noted that a man-hole prior to the final effluent
was left open and unattended. For the obvious safety issues this entails, this man-hole should be kept
closed and locked.
There was no log book on-site documenting daily activity. It is required by your NPDES permit to keep a
log of daily activity. All other documentation was exceptional.
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Permit: NCO044164 Owner-Facility: Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Inspection Date: 09/05/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex: MLSS, MCRT,Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: The facility was in excellent condition, however, it should be noted that a
man-hole prior to the final effluent was left open and unattended. For the obvious safety
issues this entails, this man-hole should be kept closed and locked.
There was no log book on-site documenting daily activity. It is required by your NPDES
permit to keep a log of daily activity. All other documentation was exceptional.
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? 0011 ❑
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ■ ❑ ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ ❑ ❑ Cl
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P.E. John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director
Secretary
March 26, 2013
Mr. Radford L. Thomas, Director, Public Utilities
City of Lenoir
P.O Box 958
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2013-MV-0045
Permit No. NCO044164
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Thomas:
A review of Lake Rhodhiss WTP's monitoring report for January 2013 showed the following
violations:
Vlo
eter Date Measuring Violation
Frequency
in conduit or thru treatment 01/01/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
in conduit orthru treatment 01/04/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
p
Flow, in conduit orthru treatment 01/07/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
Flow, in conduit orthru treatment 01/10/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
Flow, in conduit orthru treatment 01/13/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
Flow, in conduit orthru treatment 01/16/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
Flow, in conduit orthru treatment 01/19/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
N�ou�nCaro a
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone[phone]
Internet: www.nmateroualitvoro FAX [phone]

Mr. Radford L.Thomas
March 26,2013
Page Two
Parameter Date Measuring Violation
Frequency
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment 01/22/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment 01/25/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment 01/28/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
III
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment 01/31/2013 Continuous Failure to Monitor
plant
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant'when in
fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above
p
arameterwas 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 or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: DWQ Asheville Files
DWQ Central Files
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild P. E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
August 1,2012
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED CERTIFIED MAIL 7010 2780 0003 4825 6076
Mr. Mack W. Edmister, Public Works Director
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION—NOV-2012-LR-0036
Lake Rhodhiss WTP NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edmister:
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring reports for May 2012 for
the above referenced facility. This is in violation of Part II, Condition D (2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 2B
.506(a), which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the 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. Please submit the requested DMR within 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 919-807-6387 or at bob.guerra(cDncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
Compliance & Expedited Permits _
cc: ARO, Surface Water Protection Supervisor
Central Files
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2012
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1617 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural ReSou� es
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Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Fr���
Governor Director j 3ecr a �
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IAugust 23,2011
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 0710 0000 5376 6252 �' ` J 1 W. Lane Bailey, City Manager "'
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION—NOV-2011 -LR-0052
Lake Rhodhiss WTP NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Bailey:
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for June
2011. This is in violation of Part ll, Condition D (2)of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 2B .506(a), which requires
the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the 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.
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the
efficient operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions
about this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-807-6387 or at bob.guerra(@ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
s&46�
Bob Guerra
Compliance & Enforcement, Expedited Permit Section
cc: ARO, Surface Water Protection Supervisor
Central Files
Enforcement file
1617 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Location:512 N.Salisbury St.Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 One
Phone:[phone]\FAX:9IM07-6495\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCar011na.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Colleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
September 10,2009
J MARK TOWNSEND
SUPERINTENDENT
CITY OF LENOIR WTP
PO BOX 958
LENOIR NC 28645
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO044164
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Caldwell County
Dear Mr.Townsend:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on September 3,2009. 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 Julie Grzyb at
[phone].
Sincerely,
Dina Sprinkle
_
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Asheville Regional Office/Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Location:512 N.Salisbury St.Raleigh,North Carolina 27604 - One
Phone:[phone] FAX:[phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOrthCarOhna
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M.O.STRAWN
August 27, 2009
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NC DENR/DWQ/Point Service Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1617
Dear Mrs. Sprinkle,
The City of Lenoir Water Treatment Plant is requesting a NPDES permit renewal for the
operation of our alum sludge and backwash water system. Our existing permit number is
NC0044164. The only change to our system since our last permit is the addition of a
dechlorination system utilizing sodium bisulfite. If I can be of assistance please contact
me at 828-396-1006.
Thank You,
. Mark Townsend RECEIVED
Supt. City of Lenoir WTP
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir,NC 28645
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DENR - WATER QUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH
POST OFFICE BOX 958 • LENOIR, NORTH CAROLINA 2 864 5-09 5 8 • [phone]

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit Number INCOO 44164
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 City of Lenoir / Mack W. Edmisten
Facility Name Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Mailing Address P.O. Box 958
City Lenoir
State / Zip Code NC /28645
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail Address [e-mail] MVED
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 5474 Waterworks Rd. SEP
City Granite Falls
State / Zip Code NC 28630WE'FATER QUALITY
County
Caldwell POINI SOURCE BRANCH
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, consultant or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the
Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name City of Lenoir
Mailing Address P.O. Box 958
City Lenoir
State /.Zip Code NC / 28645
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
4. Ownership Status:
Federal ❑
State ❑ Private ❑ Public X❑
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION -SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
S. Type of treatment plant:
X❑ Conventional (Includes coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation, usually followed by
filtration and disinfection)
❑ Ion Exchange (Sodium Cycle Cationic ion exchange)
❑ Green Sand Filter (No sodium recharge)
❑ Membrane Technology (RO, nanofiltration)
Check here if the treatment process also uses a water softener ❑
6. Description of source water(s) (i.e. groundwater, surface water)
Surface
7. Describe the treatment process(es) for the raw water:
Coagulation,Flocculation, Sedimentation,Filtration and Disinfection
S. Describe the wastewater and the treatment process(es) for wastewater generated by the
facility:
This facility produces filter backwash water and alum sludge which is treated by
settling/holding tanks before decanting. Sodium Biosulfate is added to remove chlorine.
Alum sludge is trucked to the City's WWTP, co-mingled with sludge and lime and land
applied as a class A residual.
9. Number of separate discharge points: 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
10. Frequency of discharge: Continuous ❑ Intermittent x❑
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: 5 Duration: 10 hours
11. Plant design potable flowrate 12 MGD
Backwash or reject flow .18 MGD
12. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall, including
latitude and longitude)
Lake Rhodhiss, Catawba River
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION -SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
13. Please list all water treatment additives, including cleaning chemicals, that have the
potential to be discharged.
Potassium Permanganate; Carbon, Sodium Hydroxide, Aluminum Sulfate,
Sodium Hypochlorite, Hydrofluosilicic Acid, Phosphate, Sodium Biosulfate
Polymer.
14. Is this facility located on Indian country? (check one)
Yes ❑ No x❑
15. Additional Information:
> Provide a schematic of flow through the facility, include flow volumes at all points in
the treatment process, and point of addition of chemicals.
> Solids Handling Plan
16. NEW Applicants
Information needed in addition to items 1-15:
> New applicants must contact the NCDENR Customer Service Center.
Was the Customer Service Center contacted? ❑ Yes ❑ No
> Analyses of source water collected
> Engineering Alternative Analysis
> Discharges from Ion Exchange and Reverse Osmosis plants shall be evaluated using a
water quality model
17. Applicant Certification
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.
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North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2)provides that: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. (16 U.S.C.Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than$25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years,or both,for a similar offense.)
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August 27, 2009
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NC DENR/DWQ/Point Service Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1617
RE: Sludge Management Plan
Dear Mrs: Sprinkle,
The City of Lenoir Water Treatment Plant produces Alum Sludge as a by-product of our
coagulation process. The sludge is mechanically removed from our sedimentation basin
by a trac-vac system and is transferred to a 400,000 gallon tank. This tank also holds
solids from our backwash filter tank. Here it is settled and thickened before being
trucked to the City of Lenoir's Lower Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. The sludge is
co-mingled with lime and wastewater sludge to produce a Class A residual and is land
applied on farmland.
Thank You,
J. Mark Townsend
Supt. City of Lenoir WTP
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir,NC 28645
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SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes No X
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: NPDES UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Julie Gryzb/NPDES Raleigh
DATE: 10/12/2009
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
Caldwell COUNTY
PERMIT NUMBER NC0044164
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION Lake Rhodhiss/Lenoir WTP
1. Facility and Address: Lake Rhodhiss WTP
5474 Waterworks Road, Granite Falls, NG 28630
Mailing Address: Mr.J. Mark Townsend, Water Treatment Superintendent
PO Box 968
Lenoir, NC 28645
2. Date of Investigation: 10/09/2009
3. Report Prepared By: Janet Cantwell/ DWQ-ARO
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Jeff Hayes/Chief Operator, 828-396-1006
5. Directions to Site: 1-40 E to Exit 113, go Non Connelly Springs Road for @ 7 miles; take right
on Dry Pond Road and go @ 3 miles, take a right on Waterworks Road and go
@ 1 mile to the WTP.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35 degrees 47' 00" Longitude: 81degrees 28' 57"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. D13SW U.S.G.S. Quad Name
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?-N/A
Yes _ No_ If No, explain:
8. Topography(relationship to flood plain included): Site is next to Lake Rhodhiss/Catawba River.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: nearest home is @ 1 mile; there is a new park directly across from WTP.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters:
a. Classification: WS-IV, B, CA
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba River Basin, Subbasin 30832

C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses:on the lake: boating,
skiing, fishing, landing planes on the water(occasionally), and general recreation.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted N/A
No discharge/possible stormwater 12 MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Wastewater Treatment facility?
There is no flow limit listed on the current permit. Mr. Hayes stated 12 MGD capacity.
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility(current design capacity) 12 MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorizations to Construct issued in the
previous two years: 1 010 8-1 0/0 9 built finish water pump station. Mr. Hayes stated they are also
ready to bid a new water intake hopefully by the end of this year(2009).
a description of existing or substantial) constructed wastewater treatment facilities:
I e. Pleaseprovide
P 9 Y
This is a WTP with a filter backwash discharge.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities: N/A, is existing plant.
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: chlorine, caustic, hydrofluorisilic acid (fluoride),alum,
carbon, potassium permanganate
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
in development approved
should be required not needed
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Facility has a storage tank for residuals; residuals are
then hauled to the WWTP.
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DWQ Permit Number
Residuals Contractor
Telephone Number
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP_ PFRP_ OTHER_
C. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify):
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
4. SIC Codes(s):
Primary Secondary
Main Treatment Unit Code:
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PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies involved. (municipals
only)? Yes, the last project was, and the one coming up is.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: None
3. Important SOC, JOC, or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please indicate) N/A
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. N/A
Spray Irrigation:
Connection to Regional Sewer System:
Subsurface:
Other disposal options:
5. Other Special Items:
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Renewal of permit is recommended.
Janet Cantwell
Signature of Report Preparer
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
10/12/2009
Date
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CRY MANAGER MAYOR
W.LANE BAILEY CITY OF LENOIR DAVID W.BARLOW
NO R T H CA R O L I NA CNYCOONCIL
J.L.GIBBONS
T.H.PERDUE
M.F.PERRY
H.L.PRICE
T.J.ROHR
D.F.STEVENS
M.O.STRAWN
Mr. Roger C. Edwards
Regional Supervisor
NCDENR
Division of Water Quality
Dear Mr. Edwards,
In response to our "Failure to Monitor" letter received on May 15,
2009 let me apologize for our oversight. We did monitor TSS for November
2008, but failed to post it to our monthly report. A revised report is attached
as well as documentation of our monitoring results from our wastewater lab.
(DWQ #71). In the future we will attempt to do abetter job of proofreading
and reporting.
If you have questions or comments please contact Lowell Graves,
(Lab Supervisor) or me at 828-396-1006.
Sincerely,,
Mark Townsend
ORC Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Plant
cc: Mack W. Edmisten
E C E W E,
11 f
l� MAY 2 7 2009 i "
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASH ViLLE_ REGIONAL OFFICE
POST OFFICE BOX 958 • LENOIR, NORTH CAROLINA 2 864 5-09 5 8 • [phone]

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
May 12, 2009
Mr. Mack W.Edmisten, Director, Public Utilities
City of Lenoir
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958
Subject ,0-TICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009 M`V--0093
'ikrmit- o. NCO044164
Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Plant
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edmisten:
A review of Lake Rhodhiss WTP's monitoring report for November 2008 showed the following violation:
Parameter Date Measuring Violation
Frequency
Total Suspended Residue 11/30/2008 2 X/Month Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it
should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
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.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this
office within 10 workino days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance 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 or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
C
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Sectiof r
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DWQ Central Files
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NPDES NO: NCO044164 DISCHARGE NO: 001 MONTH: NOVember YEAR: ZOOS
FACILITY NAME: CITY OF,LENOIR WATER PLANT CLASS: 1 couNTY: CALDWELL
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES(1): _ BLUE RIDGE LABS CERTIFICATION NO. #275
(list additional laboratories on the backyd'e/page2oft i.,kr )
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE(O MARK TOWNSEND GRADE 2 CERTIFICATION NO. 6703
PERSON(S)COLLECTING SAMPLES. 'Q�\ L GRAVES ,JR. ORC PHONE [phone]
CHECK BOX IF ORC'HAS CHANGE D/O NO FLOW I DISCHARGE FROM SITE`
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BYTH SIGNATURE,I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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Facility Status'(Please check one of theft requirements _---- - -
All monitoring
data and sampling frequencies meet perms Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements Noncompliant
The permitlee shall report to the Director 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 permitlee became aware
of the circumstances.A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the permitlee becomes aware of the
circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant comment below on corrective actions being taken in respect to
e ui ment operation, maintenance etc.,and a timetable for Improvements to be made
"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.I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
Information,Including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Mack W Edmisten, Director of Public Utilities
Permittee(Please print or type)
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Signature of Permittee** J
e-mail address Permit Exp.Date
Permittee Address Phone Number
828-396-1006
P.O.Box 958,Lenoir,NC 26645 828-757-2219
[e-mail] 3/31/2010
PARAMETER CODES .
00010 Temperature 00556 Oil&Grease - 00951 Total Flouride 01067 Nickel 50060 TRedual
otal
00076 Turbidity 00600 Total Nitrogen 01002 Total Arsenic 01077 Silver Chlorine
00080 Color(Pt-CO) '00610 Ammonia Nitrogen 01092 Zinc
00082 Color(ADMI) 00625 Total Kjeldhal 01027 Cadium 01105 Aluminum
j Nitrogen
00095 Conductivity 00630 Nitrates/Nitrites 01032 Hexavalent Chromium 01147 Total Selenium 71880 Formaldehyde
00300 Dissolved Oxygen 01034 Chromium 31616 Fecal Coliform 71900 Mercury
0030 BOOS 00 C Phosphorous
32730 Total Phenolics 81551 Xylene
00340 COD 00720 720 Cyanide
ide 01037 Total Cobalt -34235 Benzene -
00400 pH 00745 Total Sulfide 01042 Copper 34481 Toluene.
00530 Total Susppendet 0092 Total Magnesium 39516 PCBs
38260 MBAS
Residue 00929
Total Sodium 010 Iron 50050 Flow
00545 Settleable:Matter 00940 40 Total Chloride 01051 51 Lead
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the Water Quality Compliance Group at(919)733-5083,or by visiting
the Surface Water Protection Section's web site at h2o enr stale nc us/was and linkingto the units information pages.
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow I Discharge From Site Check this box if no discharge occurs,and as result,there are no data to be entered for all of the
parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
s re per 15A NCAC BAG 0204.
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FACILITY NAME: CI -'0!— NOIR WATER PLANT COUNTY: CALDWELL
STREAM: LAKE DHISS STREAM: LAKE RHODHISS
LOCATION: 100 ft ABOVE DISCHARGE LOCATION: 100 ft BELOW DISCHARGE
Upstream Downstream
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Waterplant - November and December 2008 Report
DATE TIME COLLECTED DATE
LOCATION COLLECTED COLLECTED BY ANALYZED Parameter Result EnIta BY
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 11/4/2008 0806 LG 11/4/2008 TSS <2.5 mg/I KSM
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 11/18/2008 0816 LG 11/18/2008 TSS 3.3 mg/I ERT
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 12/9/2008 0845 LG 12/9/2008 TSS <2.5 mg/I ERT
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant Effluent 12/22/2008 0835 LG 12/22/2008 TSS <2.5 mg/I ERT
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NCDMNR
North Carolina-Departmentof-€nvireRmertt arid-Natural Resources------ --
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
May 12, 2009
Mr. Mack W.Edmisten, Director, Public Utilities
City of Lenoir
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0093
Permit No, NCO044164
Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Plant
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edmisten:
A review of Lake Rhodhiss WTP's monitoring report for November 2008 showed the following violation:
Parameter Date Measuring Violation
Frequency
Total Suspended Residue 11/30/2008 2 X/ Month Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it
should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
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.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this
office within 10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance 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 or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: DWQ Asheville Files
DWQ Central Files
G:\WPDATA\DEMWQ\Caldwell\44164 Lake Rhodiss WTP\44164 NOV-2009-MV-0093.doc No hCarolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwatergualitvorg FAX [phone] 1-877-623-6748

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
FSPA Washington,D.C.20460 Form Approved.
nnna rJo2040_D0
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 U 2 J-I 31 I11 12 17 18IJ 19I I 20I I
Remarks
- 21L I 1 1-1 -1--1-1-1 1-1 I f-1 I--I -I--1-1 1-1 -1-1- 11 1`- 1 I 1 i -1 I- 1 1 -1- 11 I- 1 11 1--1 IA BE
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating Ell QA -----------------------Reserved---------------------
671 1 69 70 J I 71 Ll 721 1 731 I 174 75I I I I I I I 1 80
Section B: Facility Data I I r
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)
Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s Other Facility Data
Urr.AlS&-V
Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit N Flow Measurement N Operations&Maintenance Records/Reports
Self-Monitoring Program 0 Sludge Handling Disposal 0 Facility Site Review 11.Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
/ '0-Na e66 -665
(See attachment summary) * /71 U n A rt /. .- 0'ae.-r--
Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
ARO WQ//828-296-4500
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
3� _—� ____j11 12 17 18 _�
Section DF Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional-sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: ,- Owner-Facility: -
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Inspection Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Y P p -- - -- -n 'n ❑-
-- -Ar�therean -s"eeial conditionsfor the- ermit� - — -`
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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 Solids,pH, DO, Sludge ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is all required information readily available, complete and current? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years(lab. reg. required 5 years)? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the chain-of-custody complete? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Dates,times and location of sampling ❑
Name of individual performing the sampling ❑
Results of analysis and calibration ❑
Dates of analysis n
Name of person performing analyses ❑
Transported COCs f1
Are DMRs complete:do they include all permit parameters? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
(If the facility is=or>5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the ORC visitation log available and current? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: Owner-Facility:
,I -
Inspection Date: Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping - - - Yes o NA NE
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Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
- -
-_--flaw fVleasuremerrt=Effliren}
_-__-Yss-No-Nf- -
-.. rNE __ --_-
#Is flow meter used for reporting? 0000
Is flow meter calibrated annually? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the flow meter operational? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
(If units are separated)Does the chart recorder match the flow meter? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Bar Screens Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual ❑
j b.Mechanical ❑
Are the bars adequately screening debris? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the unit in good condition? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Equalization Basins Yes No NA NE
Is the basin aerated? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the basin free of excessive grease? ❑ ❑ ❑ Cl
Are all pumps present? ❑ ❑ ❑ Cl
Are all pumps operable? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are float controls operable? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are audible and visual alarms operable? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
#Is basin size/volume adequate? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Type of aeration system
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Permit: Owner-Facility:
Inspection Date: Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Is the basin free of dead spots? n D 00
Are surface aerators and mixers operational? fl n n n
_ _- - _
----Are-the diffusers-operational?- - - --- - --- - - _ - I-1_0 fl_fl- —_
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? n n n n
Does the foam cover less than 25%of the basin's surface? 00 n n
Is the DO level acceptable? n n Cl n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) D n n n
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? n n 0 n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? n n n n
Are weirs level? n n n n
Is the site free of weir blockage? n ❑ n n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? 0 n 0 n
Is scum removal adequate? n n n n
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? n n n 0
Is the drive unit operational? n D n n
Is the return rate acceptable(low turbulence)? n 0 n n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable?(Approximately'/<of the sidewall depth) ❑ n ❑ ❑
Comment:
Disinfection-Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational? n n n 0
Are the tablets the proper size and type? n n n n
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ❑ fl n n
Is the contact chamber free of growth,or sludge buildup? n n n n
Is there chlorine residual prior to de-chlorination? f1 ❑ ❑ n
Comment:
De-chlorination Yes No NA NE
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Permit: Owner-Facility:
�II Inspection Date: Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
--__ _. . . _.
De-ChlOflnatlOn-.-_ _ .__ . __.--__. _. - ... . .. Yes No NA- NE - -.
Type of system?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount(1 to 1)? n n n n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ❑—n—n n
#Is de-chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? n n n n
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type? ❑ Cl n n
Are tablet de-chlorinators operational? ❑ n n n
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Septic Tank Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used)Is an audible and visual alarm operational? n In n n
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are pumps or syphons operating properly? n n n n
Are high and low water alarms operating properly? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Sand Filters(Low rate) Yes No NA NE
(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? n n n n
Is the sand filter effluent re-circulated at a valid ratio? ❑ In ❑ ❑
#Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation., ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
#Is the sand filter effluent re-circulated at a valid ratio. (Approximately 3 to 1) _n _n _n
❑
Comment:
Standby Power Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source? ❑ n n n
Is the generator tested under load? ❑ ❑ ❑ n
j Was generator tested&operational during the inspection? n ❑ n n
Do the generator(s)have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site? ❑ ❑ n n
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: Owner-Facility:
n e ion a e: Inspectlon Type: Compliance Evaluation
Standby Power Yes No NA NE
Is the generator fuel level monitored? n ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
--EffluentSampfing -- --- - Yes--No--NA=NE--
Is composite sampling flow proportional? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is proper volume collected? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the tubing clean? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
#Is proper temperature set for sample storage(kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit(frequency,sampling type representative)? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ❑ ❑ D ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ ❑ [I
Comment:
Page# 7

W'A Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
�O G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
r Colson li. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
qg'Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
June 22, 2007
Mr. Mack W. Edmisten
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir, NC 28645-0958
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
City of Lenoir - Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Permit number NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edminsten:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on June 20, 2007. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NC0044164.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely,
G
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Mark Townsend, ORC
Central Files
Asheville Regional Office facility files -
NO"i hCaro oina
irttaAZY
2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 -relephone:[phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1-877-623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency _
EPA Washington,D.C.20460 Form Approved.
OMB No.2040-0057
WaterCom Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires8-31-98. .-
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 lJ 2 15I 31 NC0044164 111 121 07/06/20 117 18 el 19I GI 20I I
v v Remarks t- tJ 1_t
2111111111 Jill III IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII1116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 CA ---------------- - ---Reserved----------------------
87 . 70�I 71! 72m _ 73Iw_7 4 75 80
Section B: Facility Data
l 1_LLl-..LJ
Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date
POND name and NPDES 9ermit Number)
01:25 PM 07/06/20 O5/06/01
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
5474 Waterworks Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
Lenoir NC 28645 02:10 PM 07/06/20 10/03/31
Names)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Numbers) Other Facility Data
Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Mack W Edmisten,PO Box 958 Lenoir NC 286450958//828-396-1006/ No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Records/Reports ®Self-Monitoring Program E Sludge Handling Disposal
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
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296.-4500 Ext.4662/ "�
�1�7'ra a'�t
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer �? Agency/ ice/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Y/! 6 It de)-r
EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete.
Page# 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1
3I N000441fi4._._ I11-1z.�. _ 07/06f20 _I fl_. _79.' _'
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Treatment Units:
This facility treats the filter backwash using a settling/holding basin and an alum sludge
basin for thickening sludge prior to decant.
Sodium bisulfate is added to remove chlorine residual prior to discharge into Lake Rhodhiss.
The thickened sludge is hauled to the City's WWTP, co-mingled with that sludge, then land
applied as Class A residuals.
Records & Reports:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 1-18-2007 by Jim Reid.
The permit expires on 3-31-2010. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to
expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The log book was present on-site and had good notation of daily events.
Revised electronic templates for UMRs have been sent electronically to the ORC by the
inspector.
Operations & Maintenance /Summary:
Even though there was no discharge at the time of the inspection, the Lake did not appear to be
negatively impacted by recent disharges.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained.
The Superintendent (ORC)was on-site during the inspection and is doing a good job.
The ORC, Mr. Mark Townsend, maintains a Grade II Biological and Grade I Physical-Chemical
certifications.
The back-up operator is Mr. Jeff Hayes.
Page# 2

r °
Permit: NCO044164 Owner-Facility: Lake Rhodhiss WTP -'-
Inspection Date: 06/20/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit? m ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ I® ❑ ❑ -
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Chemical Feed yes No NA NE
Is containment adequate? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Is storage adequate? ■ Cl 0 ❑
Are backup pumps available? - ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is the site free of excessive leaking? ■ Cl ❑ ❑
Comment: Sodium Bisulfite is fed as a liquid solution to remove chlorine residual in
the effluent as of December 1, 2006.
Activated carbon is also fed to remove taste, odor and algae.
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units? m ❑ ❑ ❑
Is proper volume collected? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the tubing clean? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Is proper temperature set for sample storage(kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit(frequency,sampling type representative)? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: When the dam is closed, the Lake reverses flow and the upstream
becomes the downstream. At that time, stream samples may not reflect true turbidity
changes due to the effluent discharge.
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Comment:
Upstream/Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit(frequency,sampling type,and sampling location)? 0 0 ❑ ❑
Page# 3

OF W ATF9 Michael F.Easley,Governor
0\ Q , �-'%William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary
c G North Carolina Department of Er, iment and Natural ResourcpG
(� ,mamnrc�nnrn *axu
[ k, Alan W.Klimek,P.E.-Ore
O Y ivis n ofR.®Y,ater Qu 1 '
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
February 13, 2006
Mack W Edmisten
City of Lenoir
PO Box 958
Lenoir NC 286450958
SUBJECT: January 18, 2006
Compliance Sampling Inspection City of
Lenoir
Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Permit No: NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Edmisten:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on January 18, 2006. The Compliance Sampling Inspection was
conducted by James R Reid of the Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be
in Compliance with permit NC0044164.
Should construction of de-chlorination facilities be required, the City of Lenoir
would be required to file application and receive Authorization to Construct prior to
beginning construction of de-chlorination facilities. A fast track Authorization to Consturct
request form is enclosed.
Please refer to the attached inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500
Ext.4651.
Sincerely,
91ames R Reid/
Enclosure
cc: Mark Townsend, ORC
Central Files
Asheville Files
No�`hCarolina
J�lrrra!!y
2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone:[phone] Fax:[phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
E I )AA Washington,D.C.20460 [Approval
orm Approved.
r MB No.2040-0057
Water Compliance Ins ection Re ort 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 NC004416A 111 121 i:b/Vi/1B 117 181 gI 191 cI 201 I
Remarks
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA —-------------------------Reserved------------------
671 1 69 70 .31 711 1 72I_n I 731 I 174 75I I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data I 1 1
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)
Lake Rhodtiisc: WTa 02:30 PM 06/01/18 05/06/0i
5474 Waterworks as Exit Time/Date - Permit Expiration Date
Lenoir VC 28645
02:50 PM 96/01/18 10/03/31
Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data
Name,Address of Responsible Offcial/pitle/Phone and Fax Number
Mack :4 Ech13ten,PO Box 958 Lenoir NC 286450958//828-396-1006/ Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit ■Self-Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal 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
ame.. n Reid ARO ;,1 //J28-296-4500 Ext.4651 13.-e,
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
� tw�
EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. LO
Page# 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
3I e; 111-12I _tBISI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Effluent TSS was 2.5 mg/I. Sludge is trucked to the City of Lenoir's wastewater treatment plant.
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C)
Permit: NC0044164 Owner-Facility: Lake Rhodhiss WTP
Inspection Date: 01/18/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ■ Q ❑ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ ❑ 0
#Are there any special conditions for the permit? ■ ❑ 0 0
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ -
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ ❑ ❑ [f
Comment:
Page# 3

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Chanislrr Laboratory Report/Water Quality ❑ Lab Number :%40]�6
y� SAMPLE TYPE Date Received: )—CODN1Y 0A, PRIORITv 21YER BASIN: AMBIENT TimeReceived:�� QA STREAM EFFLUENT Received Dy JAREPORTTO k'�wRcipnalOrLceCOMPLIANCL• CHAIN OF CUSTODY LAKE INFLUENT
Other /1�'� El EMERGENCY VISIT ID ESTUARY Data ReleasedCOLLECFOR(S) : D O DateReported: .
Estimated 000 Itange: Station Location: Ge ((f� ✓✓ / L�
Seed: Cldorinated: Remarks: { /U
Statia Date Begin(yyAnn✓dd) Dale End(ry/mr f I 'flare Begin_ TimeEnd Dep1h�DB,DR51 Value Type-A,11,L Composite-T,S, Sam do Typc
130D 310 B/L Chloride940 mg/L 1,1113 as N 610 n,/L Li-Lithium 1132 ug/L
COD l liglr 340 mg2 Chia:Tri 32217 ug/L TKN an N 625 mg/L Mg-Magnesia.,927 mg/L
COD Lme 335 - mWL Chl2:Corr32209 ag(L NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 - mWL Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/L
Coliform:MF FccalLLi616 /loony Pbcophylin a 32213 ug/L P:Total as P 655 mg/L No-Sodium 929 ny/L
Cnlifim r :NIF Total 51504 /10orn) Color:True 80 c.u. PO4 as P70507 mg/L ArScnic:Tatay 1002 ag/L
Cali(ona:rube Fec.I31615 1100m1 C010e(PH) 83 pH= C.U. P:Dissobvdas P666 mg/L Se-Selenium 1147 ug/L
Coliforra:Fccal Sucp 31673 /born] Color:pH 7.6 82 c.u. K-Potassium myL 11g.Mercury 71900 ug/L
Rssiduc:Total 500 mgiL Cyanide 720 mg/L Cd-Cadmium 1027 ug/L Da-Barimn ugrL
Volatile 505 mg,L Fluoride 951 out, Cr-ChromfnneToml 1034 ug/L Organoehlorine Pesticides
Fixed 5101 - n,WL Formaldehyde71880 nrg/L Cu-Copper 1042 uP/L Organopbasphonrs Pesticides
Residue:Suspended b30 _', 5"LI mWL Grease and Oils 556 aryl. Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/L
Vularile 53,3r4' m lm m a/L Idness Total 900 L Pb-Lead 1051 uWL Acid'Herbicides
Piled 54q m 1L Specific Cond.95 trmhos/em Z.-Zinc1092 ug)L
,It 403 units MBAS 39260 mg/L V-Vanadium uV/L Base/Ncutml&Acid Exluacmblc Organics
Acidity to pH 4.5436 mg/L Phenols 32730 ug/L Ag-Silver 1077 ug/L TPH Diesel Range
Acidity to pli 8.3 43!1 mg/L Srtlrate 945 mdL AI-Aluminum 1105 ug/L
rinity to FIT 8.3,l 15 nu.2 Sulfide 745 mWL Be-Beryllium 1012 -SIL Forgeable Organics(VOA bottle req'd)
rity to pH 4.5,10 ng4. Bonn - Ca-Coleman 916 n,WL I I ITPH Gasoline Range
'FOC 680 mg1L I Tannin&Ligain ug/L Co-Cobalt 1037 - ug/L I TPFLDTEX Gasoline Range
Turbidity 76 NTU Ilexavalcnt Chromium ag/L Pe-Iron 1045 .gfL Pluyroplankton
Colikurrr Total Tube� '. 7100 ruh Bicaubcoate mWL Mc-M.lybdenam ug/L
Carbonate mVIL Sb-Antimony vC/L
Tend Dissolved Solids mglL Sn-Tin ugfL
TI-Thallium uyL
Ti-Titanium ag[L
lI-I631 ngrL
IDP161ENTS:
I

b()F WATFRQ�
"PifieSael F.Easley;Governor
Y illiam G RoU Jr.,Secretary
r North Carolina De .rtment of nvir an Natu&pl Resources
_ 1
Y Alan W.Klimek,P.E.Director
Division of Water Quality
January 20, 2006
Mr. Mark Townsend, Superintendent
Lenoir Water Treatment Plant
Post Office Box 958
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958
Subject: City of Lenoir
Water Treatment Plant
Permit Number NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Townsend:
In response to the conversation of January 18, 2006, the City of Lenoir should submit an
application for"Authorization to Construct" de-chlorination apparatus for purposes of complying with
limitations contained its NPDES discharge permit. Enclosed please find the "fast track"
documentation for making the request to construct de-chlorination equipment.
Should you require additional copies of any enclosed sheets, please visit the web site,
www.ncql.net/news/ATCoverview.htms. Near the bottom of the page links appear for all the enclosed
documents. Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated. If there are questions or a need for
assistance with the "authorization to construct" process, kindly contact Mr. Mark Hubbard at
telephone number 919-715-6224.
Sincerely,
SJames R. Reid
`
NthCarolina
Xo7&rally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: h2o.encstate.nc.us FAX [phone] 1-877-623-6748
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Michael F.Easley
Governor
William G.Ross,Jr.,Secretary
.,.,1 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
` Alan W.Klimek,P.E.,Director
Division of Water Quality
July 21, 2005 )
JUL 2 2 ?nnj
CERTIFIED MAIL 70030500000268144226
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED wa'i I_I c I
I Asi-„_vui r
J. Mark Thompson, Supt City of Lenoir Water Treatment
P.O. Box 958
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Lake Rhodiss WTP
NPDES Permit NCO044164
C_a_ldw�ell Count
NOV-20i 5-LR-0060
Dear Mr.Thompson:
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring
report for May 2005. This is in violation of Part ll, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A
NCAC 2B .506(a),which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the 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 said 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,
IrC�Jtrl L
Bob Guerra
cc: Robert Guerra, NPDES Unit
DWQ Asheville Regional Office Supervisor
Central Files
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1617 Phone[phone] Customer Service
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State of North Carolina {�
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office //'
���
Michael F.G.
Easley, Governor N C D EN VI
William G. Ross,Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek,P.E., Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
Division of Water Quality ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WATER QUALITY SECTION
June 13, 2003
Mr. Mark Townsend, Superintendent
Lake Rhodhiss Water Treatment Plant
Post Office Box 958
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645
Subject : Compliance Sampling Inspection
City of Lenoir
Water Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit Number NCO044164
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Townsend:
On June 10, 2003 the Division of Water Quality inspected the basin
for treating filter backwash from Lenoir' s water treatment plant .
There was no discharge at the time of inspection. Observations
suggested that the system was being well operated. Compliance with
discharge limitations contained in NPDES Permit Number NCO044164 would
be expected.
Your attention is appreciated. Please contact me at telephone
number 828-251-6208 if there are questions or matters with which I
could be of assistance.
Sincerely,
James R. Reid
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
xc : L . D. Hagaman, Jr.
59 Woodtin Place,Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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1 United States Environmental Protection AgeUC C
Washington,D.C.20460 Form Approved.
--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�,I 2 I5I 31 N00044164 I11 12I 03/06/10 117 18 [j 19 u 20 Lj
LJ LJ Remarks I�1 U LI
21I111111111111111111111111 ' IIIIIIIIIIIIIII111111166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------Reserved---------------
67 I 169 70 L3J 71 li„ty 72 LI 73 I 74 75I I I I I I 80
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)
02:30 PM 03/06/10 00/09/01
Lake Rhcdhiss WTP
5474 Waterworks Road Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
Lenoir NC 28645 03:00 PM 03/06/10 05/03/31
Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)Ttles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data
Jerry Mark Townsend/ORC/704-728-9191/
Mark Townsend//828-396-1006/
Mark Townsend//828-396-1006/
Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Mack W Edmisten,PO aox 958 Lenoir NC 28645//828-396-1006/ No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations- & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self-Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
No discharge at time of inspection. Filter backwash discharges to a settling basin; supernate from the
basin occasionally discharges to the Catawba River. According to the operator, the facility had not
discharged in a long period of time. Sludge from clean-out of basins is transported to the City of
Lenoir's Lower Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant for treatment.
-I Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
James R Reid ARD WQ//828-251-6208/828-251-6452
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete.

DUKE POWER EX AVATION PERMIT APPLICATIOIhORM
FOR DUKE POWER USE ONLY
Duke File No.
Application Fee S _ Security Deposit$ Check# Dale Recv'd Initials
Date of Duke Power Lake Management,applicant and/or contractor on-site inspections Date Initials
Date Final Protection/Avoidance Area Markings Field-Verified Initials
Approved to Start Work By* : Date
(Print) (sign) !i
Dale Completion Required Dale of Any Approved Extension Initials
Date Passed Closeout Inspection* Initials
Any Stop Work Orders or SMG Violations*?(check one) ❑Yes []No(If Yes,explain in PART V)
Date Deposit Refunded Initials Date Permit Database Updated Initials
" Forward copy of approved application(all pages,plus any attachments that Duke Power changed)back to applicant
with Approval Letter and highlight any changes.File copies of Approval and Close-out Checklists and any Stop
Work Orders with application.
PART I - APPLICANT INFORMATION(Please Print) Tax ID or Social Security Number 56-6001265
Name City of Lenoir Telephone [phone]
Lake Address 5474 Waterworks Road Mailing Address(Ifdifferem) P •0. Box 958
Granite Falls , NC Lenoir , N .C. 28645
28630
Contractor Company. Cooper Sand&Gravel
Contractor Contact Person Steve Cooper
Telephone( 864) 224-5156
LAKE LOT INFORMATION
LakeRhodhissCounlCaIdwe11 CityLenoir S[a[eNC Tax Map No. 61-1-2
Grid Section Subdivision Section or Phase No.
Lot No. - Lot Size 19 .7 Acres
Do not continue the application until an on-site inspection has been conducted between a Duke Power Lake
Management Representative and the applicant and/or the excavation contractor.
Date of on-site inspection `"• 31f2• Initials(Doke Power) (applicanbcon tract or
Gpanl�kem9m1UmppmVExavalionTxvappfm9.19.01.doc Page I REV:9119/01
Effective Da[c II/ISNt

DUKE POWER L'. AVATION PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
Are there any Co-Applicants*?(check one)Oyes )QNo (If Yes, include names,addresses,phone nos., lot nos., lot sizes
in PART V—ADDITIONAL INFORMATION) _
' Co-Applicants exist when the proposed work is being done under a single application,will be performed by a single
contractor as one continuous project and is done to benefit multiple owners/lease holders of project-front properties within
a single development.The check for the application filing fee and security deposit should be from the party shown as
Applicant and not several checks from the Applicant and Co-Applicants.
PART II-DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT
A. BASIC INFO
1.Type of excavation:(check one)O New excavation limaintenance excavation
2. Purpose of excavation:(check one)O Boat Access Chan'l A Water Intake Chan'I ❑ Wastewater Disch.Chan'I
❑Other(specify)3. Lake user category:(check one)❑Private OCommercial/Res. OCommercial/Non-Res. kublic
❑Other(specify)
4. Max. Excavation Area Dimensions(R) Length 75 " Width 30 Depth 5 '
5. Excavated material(TOTAL for the project) Cubic yards 416
6. Type of material(applicant determines hyfreldsaniple ifpractical) Sand
7. Excavation Site area •05 Acre(s) Disposal Site area • 5 Acre(s)
8. Total Disturbed Area(including equipment staging area) ' 1 Acre(s)
9. Does the project meet the requirements of the applicable General Permit?(check one) [ Yes []No
10. Do you claim title to the disposal area?(check one) kes ❑No
11. Do you claim title to the equipment staging area?(check one) 10iYes ❑No
12.Are there any water-treatment facilities within 50 feet of the proposed excavation area?(check one)Wyes ❑No
(IfYes,specify) City of Lenoir Water Plant
13. How will the excavated material be entrapped and the erosion controlled?(e.g.see attached erosion control plan and
disposal area design)
Existing .5 acre alum sludge lagoon
14.Type(s)of excavation equipmenttobeused. Hydraulic Drege
15. Will waters or wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to or from the site?(check one) ❑Yes o
(Ifyes, explain)
I6.Will return water re-enter the reservoir?(check one)16Yes ❑No (If Yes,specify pointis)ofre-entry and show ail
Excavation Area Drawing)
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DUKE POWFR FXC' VATION PERMIT APPLICATION.^tFORM
17. 'ro(al planned duration of the work(Include firs!equipment mobilization thru final mitigation measures complete):
START 8 / 02 FINISH _9 / 02
(Afon!!�J (Year) (Month) (Year)
18.Total planned duration of in-lake work(i.e. dredging and any other in-lake ground disturbance):
START 8 / 02 FINISH _9 102
(Mond!) (year) (Month) (Year)
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DUKE POWER EXCAVATION PERMIT APPLICATION FORM
PART II (Continued)
B. PROTECTION/AVOIDANCE AREA DESCRIPTION
Complete the following table considering all land areas within and immediately adjoining the disturbed area:
t Identification Method
Protection/Avoidance Areas APProx•
(check all that apply) Acreage Field ID Work Area Dwg.ID Avoid (A)or Mitigate(M)
a. Marshland,swamp,ponds, beneficial
aquatic vegetation or other potential wetlands(circle)
b. Buffer Zones(specify width&-source of
requirement) -
c. Environmental Areas as identified by Duke
Power
d. Natural Areas as identified by Duke Power
e. Historic properties(specify)
J
f. Rare or threatened species(spec) ,
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Identification Method '
Protection/Avoidance Areas Approx.
(check all that apply) Acreage Field ID Work Area Dwg. ID Avoid(A)or Mitigate(M)•
g. Buried gas,water,sewer,communications
or electric lines(circle)
h. Impact Minimization Zones as identified bye
Duke Power
i. Other areas requiring specific avoidance,
protection or mitigation(specify)
' For"Field ID"column,specify entity or person that performed the identification and how it was physically marked(e.g.Duke Power(Iohn Doe)/Pink and purple-dotted tape).
For"Work Area Dwg ID"column,show the symbol that is used on the drawings to identify the protection/avoidance,area.
•• List and attach mitigation plans
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DUKE POW( , EXCAVATION PERMIT APPLIC fION FORM
C. APPLICANT SIGNATURE
Comments
Applicant Name(print) J IY� (,� N'y`G7�1�- Lot#
Applicant Signature* Y DateY
Co-Applicant Name (print) Lot#
Co-Applicant Signature* Date
Co-Applicant Name(print) Lot#
Co-Applicant Signature* Date
Co-Applicant Name (print) Lot#
Co-Applicant Signature* Date
Co-Applicant Name(print) Lot#
Co-Applicant Signature* Date
*Per my signature,the information provided in this application is correct to the best of my knowledge.
BEFORE YOU MAIL THE APPLICATION TO DUKE POWER LAKE MANAGEMENT ENSURE YOU HAVE:
• CHECKED THE INFO THOROUGHLY
• MET ALL REQUIREMENTS FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION(see cover letter ojapplication package)
• INCLUDED A SINGLE CHECK TO DEPOSIT DUKE POWER FOR THE APPLICATION FILING FEE AND SECURITY
• INCLUDED ALL AGENCY PERMITS OR COMMENT LETTERS AND RESOLVED ALL ISSUES RAISED
• INCLUDED ALL REQUIRED DRAWINGS,SURVEYS AND PLANS
• INCLUDED COPIES OF DEEDS AND AUTHORIZATION LETTERS
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EXCAVATION PROGRAM APPLICANT'S AGREEMENT LETTER
(Please fill in the blanks. Please Print)
Date 8 14 02
TO: Duke Power, A Division of Duke Energy Corporation
c/o Lake Management - EC12Q
P. O. Box 1006
Charlotte,NC 28201-1006
RE: Excavation For(Subdivision and Lot Ws or Other Project
Name) City Of Lenoir Water Plant
(Lake/County/City)Rhodhiss / Caldwell / Lenoir , NC
(Duke File No.)
(Applicant's full name) City of Lenoir hereby agrees to comply
with all recommendations, requirements and/or conditions of Duke Power Lake
Management, General Permit(s) (if applicable) and other federal, state and local agency
requirements pertaining to the application to excavate for the purpose of a
Water INTAKE
In addition, Uwe have read and agree to comply with Duke's current Shoreline
Management Guidelines (SMG), much of which is repeated hearin, and understand that
written authorization must be obtained from Duke Power Lake Management prior to
beginning any activity within the FERC project boundary or on Duke Power land. The
excavation will be•completed as described in the approved application and within
eighteen (18) months from the date of written approval by Lake Management, unless
specifically noted otherwise in the application or unless Uwe obtain approval for a single,
time extension (maximum of one year) in writing from Duke Power Lake Management.
1/we understand that if the SMG or other applicable rules change during any extension
period, 1/we will be expected to comply with the new requirements to the maximum
extent practicable. Uwe also recognize that failure to complete the excavation within this
build-out period will require the filing of a new application within the then-current SMG
and that the new application must include any applicable fees and security deposits.
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Yule attest to be the owner(s) or lease holder(s) of the land immediately adjoining the
project boundary or Duke-owned peripheral strip where the excavation activity is to take
place, or if not the owner or lease holder, Uwe have included proof of title to the property
and written authorization from the owner(s) or lease holder(s)to carry out the proposal
within the project boundary adjacent to their land.
I/we attest to be the owner(s) or lease holder(s) of the land that will be used for equipment
staging and disposal of excavated material or if not the owner or lease holder, Uwe have.
included proof of title to the property and written authorization from the owner(s) or lease
holder(s) to carry out the work on their land.
Uwe understand that all excavation work must be done directly in front of my/our
property and within the third of the cove nearest my/our property or within any middle
third of the cove that Duke Power owns,,or 1/we have written authorization from the
owner(s) or lease holder(s) to carry out the proposal within the project boundary adjacent
to/on their land. 1/we also understand that access channels must run perpendicular to the
shoreline while within the third of the cove area that is nearest my/our property.
I/we understand that for proposed excavations , I/we must coordinate with Duke Power
Lake Management to conduct an on-site meeting to review the project prior to notifying
the various resource agencies. Uwe must notify the appropriate local, state and federal
agencies in advance of the activity by sending them a completed copy of Duke's
Excavation Permit Application Form and other required information. Uwe understand that
written authorization and/or other permits may be required by some of these agencies and
such required authorizations must be obtained before I/we submit the final application to
Duke Power Lake Management.
I/we understand that except for maintenance excavations, any excavation exceeding 2000
cubic yards of material removed or any excavation or shoreline stabilization work needed
to support an application that requires Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
review does itself require specific review and approval by the FERC before Drl-^ n
can issue any approvals.
I/we agree that unless specifically approved otherwise in the application, explosives will
not be used as part of this excavation activity.
1/we understand that every reasonable effort must be made to minimize any adverse
impact on fish, wildlife and other natural resources.
I/we understand that all applicants must contact the appropriate State Historic
Preservation Officer regarding the proposed excavation prior to submitting thP -ompIr'= i
application to Lake Management.
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Uwe understand that applicants in South Carolina proposing excavations that are not
covered under the General Permit,or are greater than 150 cubic yards, must also receive
prior written authorization from the South Carolina Department of Health and
Environmental Control(SCDHEC)or the US Army Corps of Engineers(as applicable)
before submitting the completed application to Lake Managerrient: i .
Uwe agree that excavation activities in North Carolina and South Carolina will not occur
during the months of March,April, May and June because of the potential impacts to fish
spawning areas.
Uwe understand that trees and vegetation growing within or adjoining the lake play an
important role in its overall environmental condition,and the ecological benefit the
vegetation has on and wildlife habitat direetly supports a sound and healthy lake
environment..Uwe also understand that unauthorized removal of shoreline vegetation(e.g.
button bushes,willows,cattails,etc.) and/or disturbance of the shoreline buffer may result
in suspensionor denial of lake use permitting requests,'forfeiture'of security deposits and
require re-establishment of vegetation`at my/our expense;particularly if the disturbance is
found to be in violation of state or local ordinances or impacts FERC project buffers.
1/we agree that all excavated material will be placed in upland areas, landward of the
project boundary, and confined to prevent erosion and sedimentation back into the lake or
nearby streams. I
'
Uwe agree that Best Management Practices will be followed by placing all excavated
material a minimum of 50 feet landward of the full pond contour,unless special
consideration is given in writing by the South Carolina Department of Health and
Environmental Control (SCDHEC).
Uwe agree to adequately stabilize all excavated material and all disturbed shoreline to
prevent erosion and runoff into the lake.
Uwe understand that the double handling of excavated material will not be allowed;
therefore, all excavated material must be placed above the project boundary in one
handling.
Uwe have designed the hydraulic excavation process(if any will be used) so that return
water re-enters the lake in same general 'vicinity arid'cove as the excavation, to the
maximum extent practicable.
Uwe agree that the proposed excavation will not be for the purpose of creating additional
shoreline, will not alter the project boundary or the full pond contour,'and will not impact
threatened or'endangered species,historic properties,'or environmentally-importanfareas,
unless special public entity provisions were made in the application.
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Uwe recognize that it is my/our responsibility to cl Par lylocake.in the field and label on
my/our work area drawings any areas that rpgpire sped£ct protection or avoidance during
this excavation work. Examples of these protfptiolp avgidanpe areas include but are not
limited to, any Environmental Areas,Natural Areas or Impact Minimization Zones as
identified by Duke;jurisdictional wetlands;historic properties;rare or threatened species;
and buried gas,water,sewer, electric or communications lines.Uwe agree to provide
my/our contractor with a copy of these work area drawings showing these areas to stress
the necessary protection measures.
Uwe agree that if any archaeological resources(e.g. pottery shards,native-American
artifacts, etc.)are discovered during the excavation,work shall be halted immediately.
Uwe will then notify,Duke Power Lake Management and tare State Historic Preservation
Office to determine what measures, if any,Uw,e must pursue to protect or salvage the
archaeological resources.
Uwe agree that any excavation from within the project boundary will not exceed the
volume as outlined in the application and will remove and disturb only what is absolutely
necessary to achieve the project's stated purpose.
Uwe.agree to notify Lake Management whet}the excavation iF, initiated and to ensure that
during the excavation period,the weather-proof "Duke Power Approved Lake Use
Activity"sign(to be provided by Duke Power) remains posted at the job site and visible
from the water's edge.
Uwe agree to be fully responsible for the permitted lake use,and Uwe understand that this
responsibility is considered to transfer automatically along with ownership and leases of
the adjoining tract.
Uwe understand that Lake Management representatives may issue Stop Work Directives
for any violations of the SMG and that other consequences may result from such
violations,including but not limited to suspension or,Ga(}celltron,of approved permits,
i.
increases in fees,modification or removalQpott eo�xrPly{rrgfst}uetures and restoration of
disturbed areas at my/our own expense or loss of any consideration for future lake use
permits. Uwe agree to immediately comply with any Stop Work Directives, to fully
cooperate with Duke Power Lake Mat}ggement and otter aFelt}cies as necessary and to
perform the necessary remedial actions within the specif ed time frame.
Uwe agree to develop any required mitigation plans and to complete any required
mitigation activities at my/our own expense within the specified tinte frames. Uwe
recognize that the excavation work is not considered ) mplgte.and deposits will not be
refunded until the mitigation requirements(if any)have been satisfactorily fulfilled.
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Uwe agree to notify Lake Management in writing when the excavation is completed
(including any required mitigation measures)and that the excavation was completed per
the approved application, so a close-out inspection can be performed.
Uwe have included a check for the applicable filing fee and security deposit,and copies of
all other necessary permits. Uwe recognize that security deposits will not be refunded if
any violations of the SMG or this user's agreement occur.
Uwe understand that there will be no change in hydro project operations as a result of the
excavation and/or utilization of the excavated area. -
Uwe agree to maintain the work area in a safe condition and to fully indemnify and save
Duke Power harmless from any and all claims, liability, loss or damage that may arise
from this excavation project.
Uwe understand that this user's agreement does not,in any way, constitute the transfer of
any rights in real property and that my/our use and enjoyment of FERC project lands and
waters shall not hinder the general public's lawful use and enjoyment of the same.
Sincerely,
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Applicant's Nam (Print Lot# Applica s lure
'Co-Applicant's Name(Print) Lot#' +*Co-Applicant's Signature
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*Co-Applicant's Name(Print) Lot# *Co-Applicant's Signature
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* Co-Applicants exist when the proposed work is being done under a single application,will be performed
by a single contractor as one continuous project and is done to benefit multiple owners/lease holders of
project-front proper jies within a srttglet develtaptry pflte 544 cR lfor the apRlicfation filing fee and security
deposit should be from the party giro as AR 1 , �md not several checks from the Applicant and Co-
Applicants By sipping this agreeiment C64 cants are m facti recognizing and agreeing io the same
conditions as is the party signing asi Applicant t1tN
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August 9, 2002
Duke Power Company
Lake Management
P.O. Box 1006
Charlotte,NC 28201
Dear Sir or Madam:
The adjoining property owner for our excavation area, equipment staging area and
disposal area is:
Duke Power
P.O. 70516
Charlotte, NC 28272
J.Mark Townsen
City of Lenoir Water Plant

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DIRECTIONS TO EXCAVATION PROJECT
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
CITY of LENOIR WATER PLANT
5474 WATERWORKS ROAD
GRANITE FALLS, NC 28630
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COLLEGE). TURN LEFT AT TOP of RAMP AND GO APP. 5 MILES TO CASTLE
BRIDGE. 1 MILE PAST BRIDGE TURN RIGHT ONTO DRY PONDS RD. APP 4
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