WQCS00374_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20200908

DocuSign Envelope ID: 2D978448-86E4-40E2-9486-EAF28FE5BOAC
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00374 Effective: 03/01/18 Expiration: 02/28/26 Owner : Old North State Water Company LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Carolina Plantation Collection System
County: Onslow
Region: Wilmington
Contact Person: Heather Adams
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: Jeffrey A Jarman
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Title: Dir. of Operations
Certification: 16161
Related Permits:
WQ0033770 Old North State Water Company LLC - Carolina Plantation WWTP
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Date: 09/08/2020 Entry Time 08:45AM Exit Time: 09:45AM
Primary Inspector: Brian S West Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Map Reporting Requirements
Inspections Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 2D978448-86E4-40E2-9486-EAF28FE5BOAC
Permit: WQCS00374 Owner - Facility: Old North State Water Company LLC
Inspection Date: 09/08/2020 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Site pump station inspection conducted with Jeff Jarman. Pump station operation/maintenance and telemetry system
functionality were found to be satisfactory.
Please provide a copy of the most recent capital improvement plan and spill response plan in accordance with sections (1)
and (2) of the permit. The documents can be fowarded to [e-mail] or mailed to the address on the cover
letter of this report.
Please note additional comments in each section of this report.
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 2D978448-86E4-4OE2-9486-EAF28FE5BOAC
Permit: WQCS00374 Owner - Facility: Old North State Water Company LLC
Inspection Date: 09/08/2020 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Map
Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map?
0
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Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
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Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
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Pipe location
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Flow direction
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Approximate pipe age
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Pump station ID, location and capacity
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# Force main air release valve location & type
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# Location of satellite connections
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Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
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Comment:
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? ❑ ❑ ❑
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers? ❑ ❑ ❑
# How is it being made available?
Comment: No reported SSOs since last inspection. FOG materials were sent to customers 8/14/20 per
owner representative John Miller. Mr. Miller also emailed a copy of the material sent.
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the annual inspection documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: Force main ROW to treatment plant is inspected 1/yr according to the operator. Please
maintain documentation of this and any other line inspection. The force main ROW is
overgrown and likely needs some clearing for adequate inspection
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 2D978448-86E4-4OE2-9486-EAF28FE5BOAC
Permit: WQCS00374 Owner - Facility: Old North State Water Company LLC
Inspection Date: 09/08/2020 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Merin Heights #1
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
1
# Number of vacuum stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
0
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
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Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
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# Do they all have telemetry installed?
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Is the communication system functional?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
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Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
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Pump station identifier?
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# Address?
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Instructions for notification?
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24-hour emergency contact numbers?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
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If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
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Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
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# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
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# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
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# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
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If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
Station telemetry tested for power loss and high water, both functional. On site alarms functional. On -site
generator is serviced 2/yr.
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
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Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
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Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
0
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 2D978448-86E4-40E2-9486-EAF28FE5BOAC
Permit: WQCS00374 Owner - Facility: Old North State Water Company LLC
Inspection Date: 09/08/2020 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Comment: Station gate valves should be periodically exercised
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