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Mr. Charles F. Gay'.
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Asheville, N.C. 28801-1082
Dear Mr. Gay:
Subject: Is ;trance of NPDk9•Permit"NC0020460
Transylvania County
Division .personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant; to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes no changes from the draft permit sent to you on November 10,
2010, apart from updates to the Supplement to Permit Cover Page.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please
contact Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone].
Sincerely,
XColeen H. Sullins
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NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RI.,�.
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, the
U.S. Department of Agriculture
' (U.S. Forest Service), `
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from, a facility located at the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WVVTP
U.S. Highway 276 north of Pisgah Forest
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Looking Glass Creek in subbasin 04-03-03 of the
French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements,. and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2011.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2016:
Signed this day January 14, 2011.
ACo�leen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO020460
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
An previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit
issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to
operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included
herein.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (U. S. Forest Service) is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing -0.005 MGD wastewater `treatment facility, that
includes the following components:
♦ 5,000-gallon septic tank
♦ Distribution box [siphon bell removed] with filter [accessible via manhole]
♦ Sand filter [ca. 5100 ft2] with 4" diameter perforated PVC laterals
♦ Tablet chlorine disinfection
♦ Chlorine dissipation pond
♦ Tablet dechlorination
♦ Effluent gravity outfall
This facility is located north of Pisgah Forest on U.S. Highway 276 at the Sliding
Rock Recreation Area W VTP in Transylvania County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Looking Glass Creek, currently classified B-Trout HQW waters in
hydrologic unit 06010105 of the French Broad River Basin.

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USGS Quad Name: Shining Rock Latitude:
Receiving Stream: Looking Glass Creek 35018'25"
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Subbasin: French Broad — 04 03 03 82047'05"
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Permit NC0020460
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[PCS code]
Monthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample
Sample
Average
Maximum
Frequency
a
Location
Flow
50050
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
C061 01
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
,
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)'
28 pg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
50060
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100mL
400/100mL
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
31616
Temperature (°C)
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
— —
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including field certified.
However, effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples
shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative
of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system,
which is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period.
The Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or- automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual
sample collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(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
also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-
hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is
calculated as the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration
comprises the mean concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the
arithmetic mean of all grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.2)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in
the permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal
operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit
parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered =1.
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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y Average (concentration limit)
thmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of
liform, 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
both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
Any person who knozvingly 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)]
Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to
exceed $37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during
which the violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500.
[33 USC 1319 (g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions. on 'Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and 'Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS
143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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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y to Provide Information
Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which
_.� 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. Du!, to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit,
the Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration
date. Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that
does not have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration,
will subject the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. 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]
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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Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shal
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION
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 of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and
regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North
Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after
being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105
(b) (2) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of
the type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the
grade of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the
treatment facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the
treatment facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating
the operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
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per Operation and Maintenance
Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the
,,,..Ming 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.
Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]:An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought
for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims
that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative
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affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous ope.
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)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of
wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to
prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United
States. 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 21-1.0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by
means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and
nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and
time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be
taken at the monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins
or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed
without notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported
on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting
period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / 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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3surements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be
able of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates
�.u�ughout 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 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must
be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved
methods are determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge
requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level)
approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished
by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation,
or by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under
this paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not
more than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41]..
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by
40 CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40
CFR 122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
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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
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor
acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be
required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or
where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
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.
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)].
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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If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit
at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly
submit such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts
of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a
sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other
unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment
of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
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
[40 CFR 122.41].
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Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall
annual report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NUUC i 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 dug/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 Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the
terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a
report in such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within
60 days of notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Reauirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following defirdtions 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
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 "SIU"
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)]:
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
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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purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
uent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the
.luantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from Lite 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
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;
(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 1
from any Significant Industrial User, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Divi:
Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as requirea under
section D below as well as 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in
accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in
the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 (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 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall
include but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined
in Part II or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.9 (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 II,
Section D, and Section E.5.). [15A NCAC 2H.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 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909. 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, .0,916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67 (a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit WC) 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 (S3Us) 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 *ndustry'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
122.44(j)(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 System_ s (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 SIUs 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 (SIUs) 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)(vii)]
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 (SIUs), 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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NPDES permit #: NC0020460 Transylvania County
Facility name: US Department of Agriculture — Forest Service —
National Forests in NC —
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
WWTP class: I Biological - Septic Tank — Surface Sand Filter
WWTP type:
0.005 MGD Septic Tank — Surface Sand Filter
system consisting of: 5000 gallon septic tank;
distribution box (siphon bell removed) with filter
(accessible via manhole); — 85' L x 60' W (-5100
sq ft) surface sand filter with 4-inch diameter
perforated pvc laterals; tablet chlorinator;
chlorine dissipation pond; tablet dechlorinator;
and effluent gravity outfall.
Annual Average Flow:
0.0007 MGD (3 year average: 2007-2010)
Collection System:
gravity sewer — no pump stations
Development:
Recreation Area serving 50 seasonal visitors
Sludge Management:
Commercial hauler (Mike's Septic Service) to the
City of Brevard's WWTP and MSD's WWTP.
WWTP location: US Hwy 276, north of Pisgah Forest
Responsible official: Charles F. Gay
Responsible "'s title: Engineering Staff Officer
Official's location: 160-A Zillicoa Street; Asheville, NC 28801-1082
Mailing address: PO Box 2750; Asheville, NC 28802
Phone numbers
828-257-4200
Charles Gay. P.E. - Monica Schwalbach
828-257-4243 or 4832
(Mr.) Lynn Hicks, P.E.
828-257-4835
Barry Jones. P.E. - Dave Valez, P.E.
828-257-4884
" - fax
828-697-0063
James & James Env. Mgmt.-ORC contractor & lab
828-697-0065
" -fax
828-674-8169
Harry — cell
828-674-8171
Juanita - cell

Operator information
Contract ORC : James & James Env. Mgmt.-ORC contractor & lab
Physical address 3801 Asheville Hwy.; Hendersonville, NC 28791
Mailing address: PO Box 1354; Mountain Home, NC 28758
Permit information
Date issued: 10-2-2006
Expiration date: 1-31-2011
Stream information
Stream & river basin: Looking Glass Creek; French Broad River Basin
Sub -basin:
04-03-03
Hydrologic Unit:
06010105
Quad:
Shining Rock
Grid:
F 7 SE
Stream classification:
B-Trout, HQW
Drainage area sq mi:
Instream Waste Conc.:
Average stream flow:
cfs
Summer 7Q10 cfs:
4.0
Winter 7Q10 cfs:
Other information
Directions: From the intersections of US Hwy 64, NC Hwy
280 and NC Hwy 276 in Pisgah Forest, travel on
US Hwy 276 — 8 miles to the Sliding Rock
Recreational Area, located on the left.

�F \NAT�,(� Michael F. Easley, Governor
fQ State of North Carolina
G William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
O' Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
September 14, 2006
Ms. Lynn L. Hicks
Acting Deputy Forest Supervisor
P.O. Box 2750
Asheville, North Carolina 28802
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit
NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Hicks:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject
permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued
pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of
Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9,1994 (or
as subsequently amended).
This final permit contains no significant changes from the draft you were sent on July 5, 2006.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty
(30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such
demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the
legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or
permits required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other
Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required..
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Toya Fields at telephone
number [phone], extension 551.
_......._...... __... _ - Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek,
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office/Surface Water Protection'
NPDES Unit
�j SEP 2 5 2006
WAI-ER QUAL!T`. SE C!J
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone] NorthCarolina
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 On the Internet at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us.1 Naturally
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Permit NCO020460
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, the
U.S. Department of Agriculture
(Forest Service)
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area VVVVTP
U.S. Highway 276
North of Pisgah Forest
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Looking Glass Creek in the French Broad River
Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, I'II and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective October 1, 2006.
This permit and authorizationto discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2011.
Signed this day September 14, 2006.
h an W. Klimek, P.E., Director
ivision of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Permit NCO020460
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit
issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to
operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included
herein.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service) is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater treatment facility with
the following components:
♦ 5,000-gallon septic tank
♦ Sand filter
♦ Tablet chlorination
♦ Chlorine dissipation pond
This facility is located north of Pisgah Forest on U.S. Highway 276 at the Sliding
Rock Recreation Area WWTP in Transylvania County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Looking Glass Creek, classified B-Trout HQW waters in the French
Broad River Basin.

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Permit NCO020460
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:
G RE
MONITORIN REQUI
M ENTS
CI3ARACTERISTICS
Monthly
Daily Y
Measureanent
Saraxple
Ae�a a
. Maximum
. u�nc ,..;
Saan"A TyP
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m tiLocaaon
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine'
28.0 pg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/ 100mL
400/ 100mL
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
.mean)
-(geometric
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH2
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. TRC limit shall take effect April 1, 2008. Limit and monitoring requirement apply only if chlorine is used for
disinfection..
2. The pH shall not -be less. than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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Permit NCO020460
A. (1.) EFFLVENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REgUIREMENTS
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
MC9NITORING°'REi�UYIIENiENTa
CHAR'ACTERISTICS $
,` F
Avera
aYY1PIee .�1 tYUIl,
e,i:a
Maximum F
:I',iB �I,$IiC F.,
Influent or
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine'
28.0 lag/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/ 100mL
400/ 100mL
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
(geometric rnean)
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH2
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. TRC limit shall take effect April 1, 2008. Limit and monitoring requirement apply only if chlorine is used for
disinfection.
2. The pH shall not be less. than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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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.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, 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 Dar
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 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 This method may only be used in situations where.effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shall be taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at
intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detention time of the
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed six hours nor
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
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 The Division expects that 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.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. 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 mil 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 Clean Water Act
Instantarieous 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 limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Av Qe (concentration limitl
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected tooccur 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)(i) of the Clean Water Act. .
Up -set
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational . error, improperly. designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment. facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limitl
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 Coo
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act 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
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act 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 Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 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 $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c The Clean Water Act 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. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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d. Any person who knowing 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.
[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 Eger 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)(sii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imm nent 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 $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each- day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to 1VMt*te
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimise or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve -the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages; such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Prop= 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 thi,
permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainde
of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Dut� 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 Reapn�ly
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. SiMaM Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty, of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive, measures to assure long
term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or. other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b.. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]:
'1 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 thibimation, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. l am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. °
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (0].
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, revolting 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) (4)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit
Section C. • Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
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 at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Pernuttee 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)].
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. Bmassingof 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)]
(i) 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
(i) 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 Permitted 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.
(i) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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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: , A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2- of this permit.
d. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-2151 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 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 G)].
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, Ll, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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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 manufacturers pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement
4. Test Procedures
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 Federal Water Pollution Control Act (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 Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including.
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time (40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]: .
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
£ The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entev
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 Petmittee'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
Pit;
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 Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (�].
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 (I)]. 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 alternation, 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. Antidpated 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 (I) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to 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 Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 0) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
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6. Twenty-four FIour Reporting
a. The Peimittee 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 (I) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported -under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted.. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.410) (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 Orin any report to the Director, Jt 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 directly to receiving
waters 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 of Water Quality. 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 Clean Water Act 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
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not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1 C).
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 perra,ning 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.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the planes treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed constriction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, 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";
(I) One hundred micrograms per liter 000 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methy1-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
0 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";
(I) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter 0 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to -waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNCIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger 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 of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. 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. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. 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;
b. Pollutants which will 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;
C. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. 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;
e. 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;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. 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;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
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 discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
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 Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations .15A
NCAC 2H .0.900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
2. Industrial Waste Survey Q WS)
The Permittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at least once every, five years.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.S.).
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (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 (Le., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.42]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 2H-.0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
.0909.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (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 s»* m-2res the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity, of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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6. Authorization to Construct (A to C)
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 MR) limitations.
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their SIUs
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. 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
once per calendar year,
8. SILT 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.
9. Enforcement Response Plan 1
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations.
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan, (ERP) approved by time
Division.
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports
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 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 / DWQ / Pretreatment Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion -of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial
Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (PPSI
A pretreatment program, summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Sia.�ficant Non -Compliance Roo t-(SNM
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 , SF)
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Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SILT). 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 SIUs 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 (SIUs) 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.
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.
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment program.
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program .including but not limited to local Emits
modifications, POTW monitoring of 'their' Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H.0907..
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Frazier, Wanda
From:
Sent:
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Attachments:
Hi Charles,
Frazier, Wanda
Thursday, October 28, 2010 4:11 PM
Weaver, Charles
Edwards, Roger
NCO020460 DRAFT permit renewal 2010
20460map.ppt; 20460_box 2010.doc; 20460 a cover page
2010.doc; NCO020460 9-26-07.pdf
Everything looks good. Attached is the most recent inspection report and facility info cover page .
Here's what I would suggest.
Supplement to permit cover page: (see attachment)
Continue to operate
0.005 MGD Septic Tank — Surface Sand Filter system consisting of: 5000 gallon
septic tank; distribution box (siphon bell removed) with filter (accessible via
manhole); — 85' L x 60' W (-5100 sq ft) surface sand filter with 4-inch diameter
perforated pvc laterals; tablet chlorinator; chlorine dissipation pond; tablet
dechlorinator; and effluent gravity outfall.
I feel that everything else in the attached documents is accurate.
ARO recommends renewal of this permit.
Let me know if you have questions or comments.
(Note: This is the one that had the wrong expedited fact sheet.)
Thanks,
Wanda
Wanda Frazier
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Email: Wanda. [e-mail]
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
Surface Water Protection Section
2090 US 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Switchboard: 828-296-4500 x 4662
Direct line: 828-296-4662
Fax: [phone]
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Frazier, Wanda
Sent: Thursday, October 28, 2010 2:47 PM
To: Weaver, Charles
Subject: FW: DRAFT permit renewal for NC0020460
Hey Charles,
The attached fact sheet is actually for: The Balsam Center.
Charles H. Weaver — 10/7/2010
NC0032361
Balsam Center for Hope & Recovery WWTP
Can you try to send the one for Sliding Rock Rec Area?
Also, Beginning Monday, November 15L, I will be on vacation until November 16tn
I'll try to get the ones finished that you sent today, before I leave.
Thanks,
Wanda
Wanda Frazier
Email: [e-mail]
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality

Surface Water Protection Section
2090 US 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Switchboard: 828-296-4500 x 4662
Direct line: 828-296-4662
Fax: [phone]
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Weaver, Charles
Sent: Thursday, October 28, 2010 11:15 AM
To: Frazier, Wanda; Pugh, James L.
Subject: DRAFT permit renewal for NC0020460
This is a class WW-2 facility in Transylvania County.
The draft will go to Notice on November 10tn
Send me any comments before then.
Thanks,
CHW
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Permit NCO020460
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PF,RMTT
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
U.S. Department of Agriculture
(U.S. Forest Service)
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
U.S. Highway 276 north of Pisgah Forest
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Looking Glass Creek in subbasin 04-03-03 of the
French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2016.
Signed this day
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0020460
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit
issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to
operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included
herein.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (U. S. Forest Service) is hereby authorized to:
Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater treatment facility that
includes the following components:
♦ 5,000-gallon septic tank
♦ Sand filter
♦ Tablet chlorine disinfection
♦ Chlorine dissipation pond
This facility is located north of Pisgah Forest on U.S. Highway 276 at the Sliding
Rock Recreation Area WWTP in Transylvania County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Looking Glass Creek, currently classified B-Trout HQW waters in
hydrologic unit 06010105 of the French Broad River Basin.

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Permit NCO020460
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[PCS code]
Monthly ,
Daily
Measurement
Sample
Sample
Averse
Maximum
Fre uenc`
a
Location
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
50050
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0310
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0530
NH3 as N
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
C0610
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)l
28 Ng/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
50060
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100mL
400/100mL
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
31616
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00010
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
00400
Footnotes:
1. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including field certified.
However, effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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USGS Quad Name: Shining Rock Latitude:
Receiving Stream: Looking Glass Creek 35018'25"
Stream Class: B-Trout HQW Longitude:
Subbasin: French Broad - 04 03 03 82047'05"
Facility
Location
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
June 16, 2010
CHARLES F GAY
NF NC ENGINEERING
160-A ZILLICOA STREET
ASHEVILLE NC 28801-1082
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO020460
�SIl`d_O�G�eC�e�tlOTl Et�rG��'.
1# ansylvana County
Dear Mr. Gay:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on June 10, 2010. A member of the NPDES
Unit willreview your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your
permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit
expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Charles
Weaver at [phone].
Sincerely,
L�� jjo"��
Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
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NPDES Unit
Juanita James, James& James Environmental Management, Inc ,"3801 Asheville Htivy, I Ieriderso'iiville,
NC 28791k nn I
FRI, J U N 2 1 2010
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 ;
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 7"C L nne.
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 WATER QUALITY S — C.c`13 o.]si:11�
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James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
June 7, 2010
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is to request the renewal for the waste water treatment facility of Sliding Rock Recreation
Area, NPDES number NC0020460.
Sincerely
2es
Juanita
James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc.

NPDES APP ,ATION FOR PERMIT RENEW - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <0.1 MGD
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 CO020460
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
USDA FOREST SERVICE/LYNN L. HICKS
SLIDING ROCK RECREATION AREA
160-A ZILLICOA ST.
ASHEVILLE
NORTH CAROLINA 28801-1082
(828-)257-4200 PD) ��`637 ,
[phone]
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POINT �Gis'=2;:v e;
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road US HIGHWAY 276 NORTH OF PISGAH FOREST
City PISGAH FOREST
State / Zip Code NORTH CAROLINA 28768
County TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MGT., INC.
Mailing Address P.O. BOX 519
City MOUNTAIN HOME
State / Zip Code NORTH CAROLINA 28758
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
1 of 3 Form-D 1/06

NPDES APP ATION FOR PERMIT RENEWJ._ _ FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <0.1 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facilitv Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
❑
Number of Homes
School
❑
Number of Students/Staff
Other
®
Explain: REC.
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
RECREATION AREA
Population served: 50
5. Type of collection system
® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes ® No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
LOOKING GLASS CREEK IN THE FRENCH BROAD RIVER BASIN
8. Frequency of Discharge: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacity, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
AN EXISTING 0.005 MGD FACILITY WITH 5,000 GALLON SEPTIC TANK, SAND FILTER,
TABLET CHLORINATION,CHLORINE DISSIPATION POND
2 of 3 Form-D 1106

NPDES APPI kTION FOR PERMIT RENEWAL FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <0.1 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.005 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.0007 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0. 00 14 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes ® No
12. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. Effluent testing data must be based on at least three samples
and must be no more than four and one half years old.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Number of
Samples
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
(BODs)
9.48
4.7
MG/L
2
Fecal Coliform
136
11.7
#/ 100ML
2
Total Suspended Solids
18.7
11.1
MG/L
2
Temperature (Summer)
18.4
18.0
C
4
Temperature (Winter)
CLOSED
CLOSED
C
pH
6.8
1. 6.7
UNITS
3
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES NCO0204060 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Special Order of Consent (SOC)
Non -attainment program (CAA) Other
14. 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.
Printed name of Person gning Title
Form-D 1/06
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NPDES APPI kTION FOR PERMIT RENEW FORM D
For private o.Wned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <0.1 MGD
IW
North Carolina Generdi'attion
tute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement
representation, or ce 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 knowly 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.)
Form-D 1106
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James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
June 7, 2010
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James
To Whom It May Concern:
Sludge from this facility (Sliding Rock Recreation Area) is pumped by Mike's Septic Tank Service and
is permitted to be dumped at Brevard Waste Treatment System and MSD.
Sincerely
Juanita es
James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc.

O� WA%`� � Michael F. Easley, Governor
�Q State of North Carolina
G William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
rDepartment of Environment and Natural Resources
7 Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
'T Division of Water Quality
July 5, 2006
Ms. Lynn L. Hicks
Acting Deputy Forest Supervisor
P.O. Box 2750
Asheville, North Carolina 28802
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP .
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Hicks:
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft very
carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains.
This draft has the following significant changes from your current permit:
• A TRC limit has been added to the permit. The limit and monitoring requirements will take
effect 18 months after the effective date of the final permit. These requirements apply only if
chlorine is used for disinfection.
• Fecal coliform limits have been added to the permit based on the class B stream classification of
Looking Class Creek. The classification indicates that a designated use of this waterbody
includes primary recreation.
Submit any comments to me no later than thirty days following your receipt of the draft. Comments
should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are received from
the public or from you, this permit will likely be issued in two months.
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft permit, please contact me at [phone] x
551 or via email at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
.,°Z
LeTo a Fields
Y
Western NPDES Program,
cc: itArshevlllERegrorial'Office,_S_iar_face Water Protection i
NPDES Unit
JUL
- 5 2006
VVATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGK)NAL OFFICE
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone] NorthCarolina
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 On the Internet at http://www.ncwaterquality.org JVatandly
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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00-- Permit NCO020460
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, the
U.S. Department of Agriculture
(Forest Service)
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
U.S. Highway 276
North of Pisgah Forest
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Looking Glass Creek in the French Broad River.
Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2011.
Signed this day.
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

So
Perni t NCO020460
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit
issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to
operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included
herein.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service) is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater treatment facility with
the following components:
♦ 5,000-gallon septic tank
♦ Sand filter
♦ Tablet chlorination
♦ Chlorine dissipation pond
This facility is located north of Pisgah Forest on U.S. Highway 276 at the Sliding
Rock Recreation Area WWTP in Transylvania County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Looking Glass Creek, classified B-Trout HQW waters in the French
Broad River Basin.

Permit NC0020460
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:
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine'
28.0 leg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean)
200/ 100mL
400/ 100mL
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH2
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. TRC limit shall take effect 18 months after the effective date of the final permit. Limit and monitoring
requirement apply only if chlorine is used for disinfection.
2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace 'amounts.

O�0� W ATF19 Michael F. Easley
Governor
0 y William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
O 'C Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
January 29, 2001
Mr. Art Rowe =
District Ranger
U.S.D.A. — Forest Service; wt LO
P.O. Box 2750
Asheville, North Carolina 28802�
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Perm'itNC00"' 460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Rowe:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North
Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently amended).
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to
you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of
this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina
General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain
other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land
Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be
required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919)
733-5083, extension 511.
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office/Water Quality Section
NPDES Unit
Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Internet: h2o.enr.state. nc.us
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
David A. Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens
Phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
DENR Customer Service Center: 1 800 623-7748

N
go Permit NCO020460
- 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, the
U.S. Department of Agriculture
(Forest Service)
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
U.S. Highway 276
north of Pisgah Forest
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Looking Glass Creek in the French Broad River
Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and, IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective March 1, 2001.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2006.
Signed this day January 29, 2001.
Original Signed By
David X Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental. Management Commission

so
so Permit NCO020460
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (Forest Service) is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater treatment facility with
the following components:
♦ 5,000-gallon septic tank
♦ Sand filter
♦ Tablet chlorination
♦ Chlorine dissipation pond
This facility is "located north of Pisgah Forest on U.S. Highway 276 at the Sliding
Rock Recreation Area WWTP in Transylvania County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Looking Glass Creek, classified C-Trout HQW waters in the French
Broad River Basin.

Latitude: 35" 18'25" _ Facility
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Longitude: 82 -47'05" Location ' f
Quad #: F7SE Sliding Rock
Stream Class: C-Trout HQVG'
Recreation Area W'P W'I
Subbasin: 40303
Receiving Stream: Looking Glass Creek SCALE 1 :24000

Permit NCO020460
A. (I.) 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 -
CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily -
Maximum
Measurement
.Fre uenc .
Sample Type
Sample Location
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (T)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pHi
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The pH shall not be less than 6.,0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT:
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Dana Bolden
DATE: July 5, 1995
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Transylvania
PERMIT NUMBER NCO020460
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Yes No XX
1. Facility and Address: U.S. Forest Service Sliding
Rock Recreation Area
Mailing: Robert C. Joslin, Regional Forester
U.S. Forest Service
1720 Peachtree Road NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30367
2. Date of Investigation: July 11, 1995
3. Report Prepared By: Kerry S. Becker
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number:
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of U.S. Hwys 64,
280, and 276 at Pisgah Forest, NC, travel on Hwy. 276
approximately 8 miles to Sliding Rock Recreational Area on
the left.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 350 181 2511 Longitude: 820 47' 05"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. F7SE U.S.G.S. Quad Name Shining Rock, NC
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db.
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
_x Yes No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Rolling to
steep
9. Location of nearest dwelling: >100 ft.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Looking Glass Crk.
a. Classification: C Trout HQW
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: FRB 04-03-03
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream
.uses: Lookinq,CEpak as well as the Davidson River into which
it flows is used extensively for recreational purposes.
7g-
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted 0.0050 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Wastewater
Treatment facility? 0.0050 MGD
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current
design capacity 0.005 MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two years:
None
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: The existing
facility consists of a septic tank/surface sand filter.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities:
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None known
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only):
in development approved
should be required not needed
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2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Sludge will be
disposed of via a contract hauler to the City of Brevard's sludge
handling facilities.
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
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):
Class I
4. SIC Codes (s) :
Primary 7999 Secondary
Wastewater Codes:
Primary 13
Main Treatment Unit Code: 440-7
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds
or are any public monies involved. (municipals only)?
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests:
3. Important SOC, JOC, or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please
indicate)
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all
of the non -discharge options available. Please provide regional
perspective for each option evaluated.
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Spray Irrigation:
Connection to Regional Sewer System:
Subsurface:
Other disposal options:
5. Other Special Items:
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOM ENDATIONS
The Asheville Regional Office recommends renewal of NPDES permit ##NC0020460.
Signatur of Repamt Preparer
r
ater uality Regional Supervisor
Da
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OCT 1 6 2017
Water QuRYN Renionai Operations
..JAY ZIMMERMAN
September 26, 2017
Hurston A Nicholas, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
160a Zillicoa St
Asheville, NC 28801
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-V-0176
Permit No. NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the July 2017 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the Aoiation(s)
indicated below:
Monitoring`3&kfioni'sl.
Sample
Location Parameter
Monitoring
Date Frequency TYpe Of Violation
U01 htrluent 801), 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 7/31/2017 2 X /month Frequency Violation
Concentration (C0310)
001 Effluent Coliforrn, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 7/31/2017 2 X/ month Frequency Violation
44.5 C (31616)
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 7131/2017 2 X /month Frequency Violation
Concentration (C0530)
Remedial actions, if not.already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems., The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality 1 Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
R7.R-296,4500

were left off inadvertently, please amend the EDMR and send two signed and amended
days of receipt of this letter to Raleigh...
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Jahet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Ec: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
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Mailing Address: PO Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723
Physical Address: 2675 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779 [phone]
Phvsical Address: 240-D Swannanoa River Road, Asheville, NC 28805 [phone]
Toll Free: [phone], Fax: [phone], Email• enviroiiM-
hftp://www.environmentalinc.co/
February 14, 2017
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations- Asheville Regional Office
Attention: Janet Cantwell
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: Notice of Violation & Intent To Assess Civil Penalty
Tracking #: NOV—2017-LV-0121
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO020460
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Cantwell,
Per the Notice of Violation for Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP; the monthly
average of the Solids, Total Suspended for October was exceeded, we are planning on
pumping all the septic tanks and the dosing bale as well as inspect the lateral lines in the
sand filter to see if there is a problem that caused the exceedance. I have discussed the
plan with Charlie Gay of the US Forest Service.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sin
cerely,
J&�
Mark Teague
Environmental, Inc.

Certified Mail #10151520 0003 53 2909
Return Receipt Requ
February 8, 2017
Hurston A Nicholas, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
160a Zillicoa St
Asheville, NC 28801
SUBJECT; NOTICE OF VIOLATION.& INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0121
Permit No. N00020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the Octoha 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the Violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit exceedance Vlolationfs .,
sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 10/31/2016 30 36.15 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (CQ530)
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not
more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or fails
to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
If you wish to provide additional Information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (IDIbusiness days after receipt of this Notice.
A review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the submitted Discharge
Monitoring Report(s). You will then -be notified of any civil penaltiigs that may be assessed regarding the
violations. If no response is received in this Office withiwt the 10-day period, a civil penalty
assessment may be prepared.
Statc o£Norttl Carolina I Lnviranmeutal Quasi sty I Water Resotuaes
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
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i have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the .
Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional 'violatans of
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit ConAL-tpn G in Section E, the Permitlee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including. limit: violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional .Operations Section .
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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BOX 519, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
.8) 697-0063 OFFICE
i8) 697-0065 FAX
February 26, 2016
Water Quality Operations Center
Asheville Regional Office
2090 U. S. Highway 70
Asheville, NC 28778
RE: Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Permit No. NCO020460
NOV-2016-LV-0087
Dear Ms. Cantwell,
This letter is in response to the above NOV for Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP dated February
10, 2016. The violation was for the month of August, 2015.
The Monthly Average Flow exceeded the Monthly average permit limit due to an error in calculations. .
These calculations have now been corrected.
Please accept our apologies in this matter.
With regards,
Juanita James
ECEIVED
n of Water Flesouraet
FEB 2 9 2410
Water Quality Reglonal Operations
Asheville Regional Office

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RATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) SHANNON JAMES GRADE I CERTIFICATION NO. 1001233
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES SHANNON JAMES ORC PHONE 82s-s97-o063
NO FLOW / DISCHARGE FROM SITE
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Allmon" ring data and sampling frequencies meet.permit requin
.;(including weekly averages, if applicable)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requir,
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens public health or the
pennittee from the time the
environment. Any information shall be provided orally within the time the ermittee becomes aware of the circumstanc ofe aware thecircumstances. A
written submission shall also be provided within S days of P
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for improvements to be made as required by Part II.E.6
of the NPDES permit.
ed to
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared d nem inquiry of the person y direction or supervision
persons who managed the system, of those
ass�e
that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Y
persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the 'inform
submittedis,to st of f eof my smandlimpri imprisonment forknowing violations�mplete. I am
aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including possibility
USDA -FOREST SERVICE
fi Permittee (Please print or type)
l 6/21 /2015
4Siatu=re ofPermit * Date
(Required unless submitted electronically)
• 1-31-16
1001 PISGAH HIGHWAY, PISGAH FOREST
Permittee Address
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certification No.
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Certified Laboratory (2) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (5)
i PARAMETER CODES
NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/appforms.
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting
NPDES permit for reporting data.
x No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
*x ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
**x Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D).

VV arer xesources
ENVIRONMENTAL GWtuTY'
PAT MCCRORY
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
See la; I
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
February 1, 2016
Mr. Charles F. Gay
USDA — U.S. Forest Service
160 Zillicoa St; Suite A
Asheville, NC 28801-1082
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Class WW-1
Dear Mr. Gay:
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
December 16, 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 Bob�Sle ge t telephone number [phone].
Sincer ly,
S. Jay Zimmerman, D* or
Division of Water Resources
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Permit NCO020460
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
U.S. Department of Agriculture
(U.S. Forest Service)
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
U.S. Highway 276 north of Pisgah Forest
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Looking Glass Creek in subbasin 04-03-03 of the
French Broad River Basin in accordance_ with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective March 1, 2016.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2021.
Signed this day February 1, 2016.
S 4F(y Zimmerman, P:G., Direct
ivision of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NC002(
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit
issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore; the exclusive authority -to operate
and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (U. S. Forest Service) is hereby authorized to:
I. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater treatment facility that
includes the following components:
♦ 5,000-gallon septic tank
♦ Distribution box [siphon bell removed] with filter [accessible via manhole]
♦ Sand filter [ca. 5100 ft2] with 4" diameter perforated PVC laterals
♦ Tablet chlorine disinfection
♦ Chlorine dissipation pond
♦ Tablet dechlorination
♦ Effluent gravity outfall
This facility is located north of Pisgah Forest on U.S. Highway 276 at the Sliding
Rock Recreation Area WWTP in Transylvania County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map
into Looking Glass Creek, currently classified B-Trout HQW waters in hydrologic
unit 06010105 of the French Broad River Basin.
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Permit NCO020460
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B.0400 et seq., 15A NCAC 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' by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
L%IOI%TS
MOI TO1Z NG A00MIRkMENTS
[p.CS code]
Monthly _,
Daiilgr
P/deasurement
Sample
I Sample ..
Average
XaXimum
Frequency..
,Pe
L®cataon
Flow
[50050]
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
-
Influent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
Effluent
[C0310]
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
[C0530]
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
[C0610]
Monthly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)l
[50060]
2g /L
pg
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
[31616]
200/100mL
400/100mL
2/Month
_
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
[00010]
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
[00400]
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
r
Footnotes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin
submitting discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system
[see A. (2)].
.2. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory
including field certified. However, effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for
compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace
amounts.
A. (2) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[NCGS 143-215.1 -(b)]
Recent 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) .
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Permit NC002(
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Pe
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
1e Rep.orting [Supersedes Section D. (2) and Section E. (5.) LaA
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 DEQ / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due
to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the
households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted
on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director.
Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must
be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to
the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR.
Temporary waivers shall be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At
such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re-
applies for and -is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements is found on the following web page:
http: / /portal.ncdenr. org/web /wg /admin/bog/ipu/edmr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month
following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the
month following the commencement of discharge.
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All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person
described in Part II, Section B. (11.) (a) or by a duly authorized representative of that
person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be
delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an
eDMR user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more
information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an
eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
http: / /portal.ncdenr.org/web /wg /admin/bog/ipu/edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system
shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared
under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that
qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my
inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly
responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant
penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and
imprisonment for knowing violations."
3. Records Retention fSRR elements 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
2/1Vlonth
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily S4.mpling
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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Substance
nce 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 ComMly_
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any pen -nit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II.CA), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part H.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Pennittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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bility
visions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if.
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 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 qualifiedpersonnelproperly 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. "
12. Pen -nit 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 pen -nit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(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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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 H, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and e. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based pen -nit 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 Pennittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Pennittee 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.13.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States 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
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)].
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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3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.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 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
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 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
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Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall re
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Penmittee'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 pen -nit; 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 ReportinS Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
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), 122.61] or state statute.
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,ring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this per at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215. 1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certific
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215. 1 (a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [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 Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [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 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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s must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
.guy 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
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.
For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part 1 of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permit
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compffi
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.
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)]
This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Perinittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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5. Industrial User ;Pretreatment Permits (IUP) .& Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-2.15.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits Tor
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These.
permits shall contain limitations; sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control "technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes :the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted:NP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and 0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtQ 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 ito comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143
215.1(a)(8)]'
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 SelfMonitoring 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 1.5A
NCAC 0214.0908. [15_A 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 403.12]'
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other; shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response.
Plan. (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PARS'
The Permitter shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908 In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment. Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the. Permittee shall submit two copies of'a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing, its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address: <_
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NC. D'ENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response; and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-161.7
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 Summpg (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 (1Us) 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 (IDS'F)
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
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other 'information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirementsof this permit;
11. Public Notice
The. Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records;, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [I 5A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program .including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring, Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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USDA U S Forest Service
PO Box 2750
Asheville, NC 28802-2750
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F.�:T IvIC.CRORY
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February 10, 2016
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2016-LV-0067
Permit No. NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
PP.�T ►LDR V A'4 DEA V A R,T
:s JAY 2IMM. EI RM4W
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A review of the August 2015 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Flow, in conduit or thru 8/31/2015 0.005 0.006 Monthly Average Exceeded
treatment plant (50050)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division
of Water Resources may pursue -enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.
It was noted that the DMR was marked "Compliant."
Please review the flows for the August 2015 DMR and submit a written response within 10 days of
receipt of this letter to this Office explaining why the Monthly Average Flow exceeded the permit
limit by 20%.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc `WQSFAsheville_Regional.-0ffce� Eofo.rcement File _,-
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James & James Environmental/ ORC
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Charles F. Gay
USDA -US Forest Service
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
160 Zillicoa Street, Suite A
Asheville, NC 28801-1082
Dear Permittee:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
April 29, 2015
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Permit NCO020460
Henderson County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on April 28, 2015. A member of the
NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to
complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days
before your existing permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Charles
Weaver [phone].
Sincerely,
\A/rP.vv Tkt,Z0o o0
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
CA'vilf&9,6gionalODIckV
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet:: www.ncwater.orq
An Equal Opportunity�Affirmative Action Employer

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
ately-owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit 000020460 77-71
Tleting this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
r � �., " � . To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box Otherwise, please print ar type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
USDA - US Forest Service
Facility Name
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Mailing Address
160 Zillicoa Street, Suite A
R EGeivEsninEm NJRIDWR
City
Asheville
State / Zip Code
NC 28801-1082 APR 2 0 2015
Telephone Number
828-257-4231 Water Quali4y
on
Fax Number
828-257-4884
e-mail Address
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road US Highway 276 north of Pisgah Forest
City
Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code
NC
County
Transylvania
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name USDA - US Forest Service
Mailing Address 160 Zillicoa Street, Suite A
City Asheville
State / Zip Code NC 28801-1082
Telephone Number 828-257-4231
Fax Number 828-257-4884
e-mail Address [e-mail]
of
1 of 3
Form-D 11112

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
Number of Employees
Commercial
Number of Employees 5
Residential
Number of Homes
School
Number of Students/Staff
Other X
Explain: Recreation Area
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Domestic ,Taste from restrooms, showers
Number of persons served: 50
5. Type of collection system
X Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes X No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW applicants: Provide a map showing the exact location of each
outfall):
North Fork Mills River
S. Frequency of Discharge: X Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: _
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
A 0.005 facility with 5000 gallon septic tank, distribution box (siphon bell removed) with
filter (accessible via manhole), sand filter with 4" diameter perforated PVC laterals, tablet
chlorine disinfection, chlorine dissipation pond, tablet dechlorination, effluent gravity
outfall.
2 of 3 Form-D 11112

NMZS APPLICATION - FORM D
For privaUly-owned treatment systems treating 1000/odomestic WwtOvmters <1-0 MGD
10. Mow wornmtion:
1'reatraent Plant Design flow 0.005 MGD
Ann=1 Ave rw daily fiaw.0011 MOD (for tbt.- previous 3'years)
BEwr,i=,u= daily ftw WGD _0.003 (for the previous 3 yvarg)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?.
0 Yea X -1,40
12. Effluent Data.
10tv Provide curia far tha; parameters listed TenyvrcaaM and PH qza"l Ize grab
stun at i '
ples, for all other pa=,we-ters —'-4-hour compbsiW samplirzzp shall be used. lf.=W than Otte a" OsUf(L-POAUd-
rvpo,.*t d2zly maxirri3srlt and monthly averogA? tf onlji ons waaftjn� is mi v rwd, r*�.vrt as dau"y maximum.AgNERAL APPVCAJVM- Provide the Idg1wst single readfhg (Dally JW"ax&num) and Mon"y Amage O"Ir
fho YV7-,Zt -qh,Mnr)th-Q fhr nnTnrnMPrjz r7i7rimtlu rn zinur parmit- Mwk other pqram&ers gY/A'-
Peter
DOY
blaxi=um
Monthly
units of
Measurement
BiocheTnical Oxygui- Dfumund (BODs)
4..S
4,5
mcf/ 1,
Fecal Coliform
CV-U/100ML
Total Suspended SoUds
45.0
26.4
Tempemurd (Summer)
201
C
TemTwature (wint-er)
CLOSW CLOSBD
C
PH 'T.0
13. List all permits, *onstruction approvals and/or applicationc
Type Permit Number Type
Ha2ardoua Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (.DWA) Oceim DuiapLng ("KIPRSA)
NCO020460 Dredg or fifi (S=Unri 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Other
No-3-atmin.ment program (CAA)
14.. APIMICAM CERTIFICATION
I cartify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of ray knowledge and belief such Wormition.is true, C*=Plete�, and accumte-
name
1\10m, Carolina Genew 4.1-216.6 (b)(2) states: Any PeSW WW kiir*Vy MaXiS ArIV fAlW SWelh0t MRmmam"'o, Of wtflu-i-Im In any
! � 'r� 01UV naisirlmt
8PPrj;aW,,vx4d, re Tolan, fx oftr cloctownt Ides of ra(il�Md to bU nlai.&nad UAdef A669 21 Or M-CV; of N% S11AtZ-" 0' -
cornmiszr Impepmthg V ktide, q who wsf�w, � iwA, or kncw,,?y rendsm h=,ras any re=t'�Isg w moirftring dayca. ormeTM
required to be qwsted or malftied under A!We 21 or rest, Lions of the Einkonrrp-�',d MwM"Ism Cwrrrft�= in, WMtn that Arfi6eAa x
g IM
gwN of a ry a fine W toucad,' 528.0W, fa by irnpis=rOtwl 10 Vx*d c4'X =63, Or hY bct, fIS U&C $0CW 1^ 1
rom"D 111112

James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James Environmental Mgt:, Inc
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is to request the renewal of the permit for the waste water treatment facility of Sliding Rock
WWTP, NPDES number NC0020460.
Sincerely
r]4�7 ��
Jua James
James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc.
[e-mail]

James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
3801 Asheville Hivy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc.
To Whom It May Concern:
Sludge from this facility (Sliding Rock WWTP NCO020460 is pumped by Mike's Septic Tank Service
and is permitted to be dumped at Brevard Waste Treatment System and MSD.
Sincerely
Juanita James
James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc.
[e-mail]

AN a
NCDETIR FI
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Acting Director Secretary
July 10, 2013
Marisue Hilliard
USDA U.S. Forest Service
PO Box 2750
Asheville NC 28802-2750
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Permit No: NCO020460
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Hilliard :
Enclosed please find a copy of the compliance evaluation inspection conducted on
June 20, 2013. The site was free of vegetation and the filter bed area looked to be well
maintained. No violations of permit requirements or applicable regulations were observed
during this inspection.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sinc:2nzel
Jeff
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Juanita Reed James, ORC
Central Files
Asheville-File� �`
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE ' One
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 NorthCarolina
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.ora 7W )aturq«9
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
VPA
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 NCO020460 111 121 13/06/20 117 181 C I 19I S I 20III
Remarks
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111i6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ---------------Reserved-------- --
671 169 70III 71 I I 721 N I 73 LU 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
11:00 AM 13/06/20
11/02/01
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
US Hwy 276
Pisgah Forest NC 28768
11:30 AM 13/06/20
16/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Juanita Reed James/ORC/828-697-0063/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Tit] e/P hone and Fax Number
Contacted
Marisue Hilliard,PO Box 2750 Asheville NC 288022750/Forest
No
Supervisor/828-257-4200/8282574263
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of In ctor(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers
/Date
Jeff Menzel ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ 7/ 4//5
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
1� 1'�--
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES
yr/mo/day
31 NCO020460 111 12I 13/06/20 117
Section D: Summary of
Inspection Type
18I CI
additional sheets of narrative and checklists as
This was an unannounced inspection. There was no discharge occurring at the time of inspection.
The site was free of vegetation and the filter bed area looked to be well maintained. No violations of permit
requirements or applicable regulations were observed during this inspection.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO020460
Date: 06/20/2013
& Maintenance
Owner - Facility: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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 fl
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Sand Filters (Low rate)
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
Is sand filter free of ponding?
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
Comment: The site was free of vegetation and the filter bed area looked to be well
maintained.
Yes No NA NE
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rules alyd regulations pertaining to the respoxidbilities ofthe BU ORC as set ibrth in 15A NCAC 08G .0205 and thiling to do so can result in
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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2011
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service Mr. Charlie Gay Permit Number: NCO020460
System Description
A gravity feed system into a 5000 gallon septic tank sand filter facility, tablet feed chlorinator,
chlorine contact chamber, tablet feed de -chlorinator, and effluent gravity line.
Performance
This system has run very well.
Violations and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification -to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
Thank you,
Juanita James
James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
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PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2011
Rock, USDA Forest Service Mr. Charlie Gay
Permit Number: NCO020460
A copy of the Performance Annual Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina Division of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc. and should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received a copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management, Inc. is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this documented system and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
Mr. Charlie Gay
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service

PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2010
,,.�.....g Rock, USDA Forest Service
Permit Number: NCO.02046®p
Mr. Dave Valez
A copy of the Performance Annual Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina Division of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc. and should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received a copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management, Inc. is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this documented system and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
Mr. Dave Valez
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service
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PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
PERFORMANCE ANN LTAL REPORT — 2010
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service Mr. Dave Valez Permit Number: NCO020460
System Description
A gravity feed system into a 5000 gallon septic tank sand filter facility, tablet feed chlorinator,
chlorine contact chamber, tablet feed de -chlorinator, and effluent gravity line.
Performance
This system had no mechanical problems this year. The beds were cleaned twice and the tank was
inspected. No repairs were needed. The facility closed earlier in the fall due to the repaving of the parking
lot.
Violations and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability,of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
ank you,
eani,James
James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
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Rock, USDA Forest Service Mr. Dave Valez
Permit Number: NCO020460
A copy of the Performance Annual Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina Division of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc. and should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received a copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management, Inc. is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this documented system and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
Mr. Dave Valez
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service

JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 519, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE-,�r�;s
[phone] FAX
November 14, 2012
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
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Dear Mr. Cranford,
It was a pleasure speaking with you this afternoon. I appreciate your instruction regarding the
letter itemizing the shutdown procedure for the above facility.
The well for Sliding Rock was shut down and the water reservoir drained. The valves were
opened and the system drained.
This system is on gravity discharge and is a sand filter bed. Therefore, there are no electrical
components on the waste water system.
The operator will make a one per month visit to confirm that there is no flow from the facility
which will be recorded in the log book.
A Discharge Monitoring Report will be submitted each month reflecting this status.
qanita
you,
James

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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 519, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: USDA.0 S Forest Service
Sliding Rock
NPDES NCO020460
NOV-2012-PC-0351
RE: Request for Rescinding NOV
Dear Mr. Cranford,
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Enclosed you will find the response for NOV-2012-PC-03 5 1 dated October 22, 2012 and received
by the U S Forest Service on the 251h day of October, 2012.
This NOV is in regard to the inspection conducted at the Sliding Rock Sand Bed by Ms. Janet
Cantwell. The noted violations are (1) no log book available at the time of the inspection and (2) there was
no dechlorination occurring.
First let me address the lack of a log book. Until this year, there was not a location available to
mount a container to house the log book. In times past, we have tried to place a container (mail box) within
the fenced area only to have the wildlife or vandals find and destroy the contents. These contents included
the log book originally and later the permit as well. We contacted the regional office and spoke with Kerry
Becker who confirmed that the log (and later the permit) could remain at the well house since the well
house was also located on the property. Every inspector since that time has agreed with this. On the day of
inspection, there was a copy of the permit in the well house but the operator had the log book with him to
record his visit information from the 241h. He had not been back that way as of the time of our visit. There
was an older log book still in the well house at the time of our visit. Ms. Cantwell and I, Juanita James,
discussed the installation of a mail box on site at the waste water plant. Since that time, a mail box has
been mounted to the new wooden walk to the chlorination box. In this mail box is the copy of the permit
from the well house and the log book. If the wildlife or vandalism desecrates the documents this time as
before, the log book and permit will again be housed in the well house as previously approved.
It was also stated in the body of the report that the drinking water log was combined with the
waste water log entries. The drinking water division does not require a log book of documentation be on
site, therefore, the operator records all their activity while on the Sliding Rock site in one log book. This
allows for a complete understanding of the occurrences at the waste water facility from any incoming
chlorine residuals, incoming pH levels or any potential excessive water usage from plumbing failures. I
believe that this information is vital to understanding and operations of the system.
The second item noted was the dechlorination and lack thereof. The permit requires that, at the
time the effluent reaches the receiving waters, the chlorine residual must be no greater than 28
micrograms/liter. As noted in the permit description of the facility, there is a chlorine dissipation pond on

Rock, permit numbei--0020460
ween the discharge of the facility and the receiving stream. On the day of inspection, and at almost
,ther visit, the chlorine dissipation pond contains no water. The distance from the dissipation pond to
riving stream is approximately 25 feet. Even during rain events the flow does not reach the river as
a five foot berm located between the chlorine dissipation pond and the river. The flow of the
:nt plant is low enough to permeate into the ground. The flow documented on the discharge
ring reports each month is from the well meter after the valves are open to the bathrooms. There is
low meter at the waste water site. Often, at the time of the operator's visit, there is no visible
ge from the effluent pipe. It is understood, however, that the facility does flow due to the reduction
,hlorine pucks and the dampness after the pipe. Therefore, as a fair representation of the facility, we
flow of the well with the understanding that not all of the water used is sent to the dosing chamber.
_.. _�.1 flow of the well is recorded and ranges from 300 gallons per day to the max flow of 1400 gallons
per day during the peak of the season in July.
With the above responses, we believe the following: (1) this company and the operator is
performing the duties with regard to the log book as allowed by previous inspectors and as requested
currently, and (2) with the given performance of the waste water treatment plant, the effluent does not reach
the receiving waters and therefore is in compliance with the permit of a chlorine residual of 28
micrograms/liter or less on any given day.
If the regional office would like for the operations of the system to be amended in any way, we
will accommodate the requests. Please forward any requirements in writing and they will be completed
within a 5 working day time frame.
We respectfully request that the NOV-2012-PC-0351 be removed from our file due to the above
explanation. Thank you for your time and considerations.
With regards,
Harry & Juanita James

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
as Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman
Director Secretary
October 22, 2012
Ms. Marisue Hilliard, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
P.O. Box 2750
Asheville, North Carolina 28802-2750
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2012-PC-0351
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Permit No. NCO020460
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Hilliard:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Inspection Report from the inspection conducted
September 25, 2012. The Compliance Evaluation Inspection was conducted by Janet Cantwell of
the Asheville Regional Office. The treatment facility was found to be in violation of Permit
NCO020460 for the following:
Inspection Area Compliance Issue
Record Keeping No log book was available at the time of inspection.
Dechlorination There was no dechlorination but it is listed on the permit.
No log book, WWTP permit or operations and maintenance records were available at the
time of the inspection as required by the NPDES permit.
15A NCAC 08G.0204(5) of the Water Pollution Control System Operators Rules states:
Document the operation, maintenance, and all visitation of the system in a daily log that must be .
maintained at the system.
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org
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Ms. Marisue Hilliard
October 22, 2012
Page Two
Log book pages which were emailed from James & James/ ORC the afternoc
inspection revealed the WWTP log entries were combined with the drinking water su
book for the campground. Records for each facility should be maintained in their ow
at their respective sites.
The NPDES permit also lists dechlorination as a component of this permit. F
explain why dechlorination is not being used.
Please refer to the enclosed Inspection Report for any additional observations and
comments.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in
writing to this office within fifteen (15) working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the
causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you
should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
V
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Attachment
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NPDES Enforcement w/ attachment
James & James Environmental/ ORC w/ attachments
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C. 20460 Form Approved.
PA OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
ransaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I N I 2 15 I 31 NCO020460 111 121 12/09/25 117 18I C I 19I S I 20I II
Remarks
2111111111111111.IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----------------Reserved -------- -------------
67I 169 701 I 711 I 721 N I 73I uI_ 1 174 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
10:55 AM 12/09/25
11/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
US Hwy 276
Pisgah Forest NC 28768
12:00 PM 12/09/25
16/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Madsue Hilliard,PO Box 2750 Asheville NC 288022750/Forest Contacted
Supervisor/828-257-4200/8282574263 Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Records/Reports 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
Janet Cantwell ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES
yr/mo/day
31 NCO020460 1
11 121
12/09/25 117
Inspection Type
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) -
The permit shows the plant as having tablet dechlorination but only chlorine tablets were being used.
No log book, WWTP permit and operations and maintenance records were available on site at the time of
inspection as required by the NPDES permit.
15A NCAC 08G.0204(5) of the Water Pollution Control System Operators Rules states: Document the
operation, maintenance, and all visitation of the system in a daily log that must be maintained at the system.
Log book pages which were emailed from James & James the afternoon after the inspection revealed the
WWTP log entries were combined with the. drinking water supply log book for the campground. Records for
each facility should be maintained in their own log book at their respective sites.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO020460 Owner - Facility: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
tion Date: 09/25/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
it
Yes
No
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f the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
n
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Is the facility as described in the permit?
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
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Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
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n
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment: The permit shows the plant as having tablet dechlorination but only
chlorine tablets are used.
Record Keeping
Yes No
NA
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Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
n
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Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
n
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Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
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Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
n
n
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Is the chain -of -custody complete?
n
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Dates, times and location of sampling
n
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
n
Dates of analysis
n
Name of person performing analyses
n
Transported COCs
n
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
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Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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n
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(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
❑
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Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
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Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
n
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Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
n
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Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
n
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Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
n
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Comment: No log book was available at the time of inspection
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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2009
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service Mr. Dave Valez Permit Number: NCO020460
System Description
A gravity feed system into a 5000 gallon septic tank sand filter facility, tablet feed chlorinator,
chlorine contact chamber, tablet feed de -chlorinator, and effluent gravity line.
Performance
This system had no mechanical problems this year. The beds were cleaned twice and the tank was
inspected. No repairs were needed.
Violations and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
you,
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Juanita James
James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
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JAMES &c JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL. MANAGEMENT, TNC
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN TOME, NC 28758
_ [phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
November 6, 2009
Janet Cantwell
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2090 U S Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Sliding Rock Recreational Center, Permit Number NCO020460
NOV-2009-LV-0460
Dear Ms, Catntwell,
The Discharge Monitoring 1Zeport for the month ofJune, 2000 dQcwnented a pH of =6.0 su and a
fecal coliform of> 60 colonies per 100 mis. Upon review of the field sheet turned in by our operator and
confirmed with the log book on site at the facility, the "<" in front on the pH was a clerical error. Upon
review ofthe bench sheet from the laboratory, the notated number appeared to have a decimal in the result
giving the impression of>60.0 colonies. We reviewed the handwritten documew performed at the bench
and found the true interpretation to be >600 colonies. Au amended DM.R was submitted to notate these
corrections.
The chloride dosage was increased to accommodate the fecal demand.. We apologize for any
problems this may have caused. A, new employee was training on these reports and these irregularities
were not a trigger for her. She has since been instructed on the common reporting for facilities and to
watch for irregularities.
We, apologize for this oversight please accept the amended DNIR.
if you have additional questions, please contact us. With highest regards, /we are
Larry & Juanita James
James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc.
1 2009
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor
Ms. Monica Schwalbach, Acting Forest Supervisor
USDA US Forest Service
P.O . Box 2750
Asheville, North Carolina 28802
Dear Ms. Schwalbach:
Director
October 22, 2009
Subject. NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-LV-0460
Permit No. NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Secretary
A review of Sliding Rock Recreation Area's monitoring report for June 2009 showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
pH
06/05/2009
6 su
< 6 su (= 0)
Daily Minimum Not
Reached
Fecal coliform
06/16/2009
400 #/100ml
>60 #/100m1
Improper Reporting
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.
Please contact Gary Francies of the DWQ Laboratory Certification Branch for proper laboratory reporting
procedures for parameters pH and Fecal coliform.
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 at 8281296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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Gary Francies/ DWQ Lab Certification Unit
James & James Environmental/ ORC
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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.ncwaterguality.org FAX [phone]

MOUNTAIN HOMENC 28758
J S & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT-_,. INC,--
PO BOX 1354
[phone] OFFICE Ii
[phone] FAX
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PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT — 2008 ?�;::.. _r_ - o ,ESL CFI-fCF
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service Mr. Dave Valez Permit Number: Imo' +�0072�0
System Description
A gravity feed system into a 5000 gallon septic tank sand filter facility, tablet feed chlorinator,
chlorine contact chamber, tablet feed de -chlorinator, and effluent gravity line.
Performance for 2008
This system had no mechanical problems.this year. The beds were cleaned twice and the tank was
inspected. No repairs were needed.
Violations for 2008 and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
Thank you,
Juanita James
James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
2/20/09
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PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2008
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest..Service Mr. Dave Valez
Permit Number: NCO020460
A copy of the Performance Annual -Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina Division of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc. and should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received a copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this reportand access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management, Inc. is. complete and. accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of this documented;system and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
Mr. Dave Valez
Sliding Rock, USDA Forest Service

James James Environmental Mg'L.,-,,,c. System:
USDA Forest Service
Sliding Rock
JAMES & .LAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT_
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone];-= ---
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PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General Information
Facility/System Name:
Responsible Entity:
Person in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permit(s):
Permit Number.
NCO020460
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2008
2007
SLIDING ROCK RECREATIONAL AREA
USDA FOREST SERVICE
ART ROWE
ART ROWE
NCO020460
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
A 5000 gallon sand filter with septic tank, tablet chlorination and a chlorine
dissipation pond.
II. Performance
Text Summary of System Performance for Calendar Year 2007
This system ran very well in 2007. The beds were cleaned twice in 2007 and the
pump tank inspected. There were no major repairs to the system.
List (by Month) any violations of permit conditions or other environmental
regulations. Monthly lists should include discussion of any environmental impacts
and corrective measures taken to address violations. Attach additional sheets if needed.
none
III. Notification:
A copy of this report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification
of the availability of this report to each of their users. A certified statement will be
sent to the State when this issue has been rectified.

James James Environmental Mgt., inc. System: Permit Number:
USDA Forest Service NCO020460
Sliding Rock
IV. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best
of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of the named system and that those users have been notified
of its availability. (please see below)
I certify that this report has been given to the Owner of this Entity with explicit
directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be either viewed or received. James & James
Environmental cannot certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose
a letter of certification to be mailed to the State of North Carolina on behalf of this
Entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the conclusion
of this requirement.
Juanita James/ James & James Environmental Management 2/20108
Responsible Person Date
Title
Entity

James James Environmental Mgt., inc. System:
USDA Forest Service
Sliding Rock
JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General Information
Facility/System Name:
SLIDING ROCK RECREATIONAL AREA
Responsible Entity: ,
ART ROWE
Person in Charge/Contact:
ART ROWE
Applicable Permit(s):
NCO020460
Permit Number:
NCO020460
A copy of the PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT has already been filed
with you by James & James Environmental Management and should be in your
possession at this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the
owner of this Entity, has received a copy of this report and was directed to give
the users knowledge of the report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users
or customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of
its availability.
Responsible Person
Title
Entity
Date

United States
Tk�.a Department of
- °A Agriculture
Forest National Forests in
Service North Carolina
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and N. R.
Division of Environmental Health
Surface Water Protection Section
Wanda P. Frazier, Environmental Specialist
Dear Ms. Frazier:
160 Zillicoa Street
Suite A
Asheville, NC 28801-1082
File Code: 7430 — Wastewater
Date: October 31, 2007
NOV - 1 2007 I
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGiOi JAL OFFICE
This letter is our reply to your letter dated October 2, 2007 regarding your inspection of the
Sliding Rock Recreation Area Wastewater Treatment Facilities.
We will re -grade the access road and place crushed stone aggregate surfacing to eliminate the
hazards created by soil erosion. The placement of steps is not feasible because the road is
needed to provide access to construction and maintenance equipment.
A wooden platform and safety rails will be installed at the chlorination manhole in order to
provide safe access for inspection and maintenance.
These deficiencies will be corrected by January 1, 2008 and written notification will follow so
you can re -inspect for compliance.
Should you have any questions or need more information, please contact David Velez, Facilities
Engineer at telephone number 828-257-4208.
Sincerely,
Cliff Northrop, P.E.
Acting Forest Engineer
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
Mr. Lynn Hicks,
Engineering & Recreation Staff Officer
USDA US Forest Service
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Dear Mr. Hicks:
October 2, 2007
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Permit No: NCO020460
Transylvania County
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on September 26, 2007. The facility was found to be in compliance with
permit NC0020460.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely,
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: James & James / Michael Cagle, ORC
Central Files
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NorthCarohna
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2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1-877-623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/molday Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 I SI 31 NCO020460 111 121 07/09/26 117 181 CI 19I SI 201
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Remarks
21IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII111111IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII66
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA --------------------------- Reserved ----------------------
67I 1.0 169 70I 3 I 711 I 72I N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
02:10 PM 07/09/26
06/10/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
US Hwy 276
Pisgah Forest NC 28768
02:40 PM 07/09/26
11/01/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Titles (s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Michael Cagle/ORC//
Name, Address of Responsible OfficialfTitle/Phone and Fax Number
Monica Schwalbach,PO Box 2750 Asheville NC Contacted
28802//828-257-4268/8282590584 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit ® Operations & Maintenance ® Records/Reports ® Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P.Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont. 1
3I NCO020460 I11 12I 07/09/26 117 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Treatment Units / Process Control Testing / Effluent Data:
This facility has a 5,000 septic tank, sand filter system with table chlorination and
chlorine dissipation pond.
This is a seasonal facility, generally opeing in May and closing in October.
There was no discharge at the time of the inspection. The chlorine dissipation pond
was dry, due to low flows and dry weather conditions.
Records & Reports:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 6-21-2006 by Jim Reid.
The permit expires on 1-31-2011. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to
expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
Items needed:
Due to the slip & trip hazards associated with climbing down the side of the steep
hill through the stormwater runoff ditch, steps need to be installed from the roadway
down to the sand filter fenced area.
Due to the fall hazard, a platform with handrails needs to be installed from the sand filter bed
wall over to the chlorine contact manhole.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO020460 Owner - Facility: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Inspection Date: 09/26/2007 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?
n
n
o
n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
®
n
n
n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
n
®
n
n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
®
n
n
n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Septic Tank
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
n
n
M
n
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
n
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
®
n
n
n
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
n
❑
®
n
Comment:
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
n
n
®
n
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
■
n
n
n
Is sand filter free of ponding?
®n
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
n
n
®
n
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
®n
n
n
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1 }
n
n
®
n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
®
n
n
n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids,
pH, DO, Sludge n
n
®
n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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Page # 3

Permit: NC0020460
Inspection Date: 09/26/2007
Disinfection -Tablet
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
Owner - Facility: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
Iliam n. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department o` ent and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
June 26, 2006
Monica Schwalbach, Acting Forest Supervisor
USDA US Forest Service
PO Box 2750
Asheville NC 28802
SUBJECT: June 21, 2006 Compliance
Evaluation Inspection USDA US Forest
Service
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Permit No: NCO020460
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Schwalbach:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on June 21, 2006. The Compliance Evaluation Inspection was
conducted by James R Reid of the Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be
in Compliance with permit NC0020460. In order to help ensure that the compliant
state of operation continues without interruption, the vegetation should be
removed from the sand filter.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If there are questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 Ext.4651.
Cincerely, L r
Z- James R Reid
Enclosure
cc: Harry Dewain Ja es, ORC
Central Files
Asheville Files
NorthCarolina
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EP Washington, D.C. 20460
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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-JI 2 I-111 12I 117 18I GI 20I,I I 0-j eI 1
Remarks
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----------------------- -- Reserved -------------- -------
67I 169 701 31 711 I 721 NJ 731 I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
10:45 AM 06/06/21
01/03/G1
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
US Hwy 276
Pisgah Fcres*: NC 23763
11:410 AM 06/0-6, 21
06r01%31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Harry Dewain James/oRC1/828-697-0063/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Monica Si;hiicl'Jach, FO Box 2750 Asheville NC
288u'//828-257-4258/8282590534 NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit E Self -Monitoring Program 0 Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Find in /Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signat i(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Janes R Reid ARC WQ/ i828-296-4500 Ext.4e51! �
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Sign a of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
NC0020^60 I11 12I 06/06/2 I17 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
No discharge at the time of inspection. Weeds and vegetation should be removed from the filter bed.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO020460 Owner - Facility: Sliding Rock Recreation
Area
Inspection Date: 06/21/2006 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?
■
n
n n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
■
n
n n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
n
n n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n n
Comment:
Influent Sampling
Yes
No
NA NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
❑
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Is sample collected above side streams?
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Is proper volume collected?
n
n
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Is the tubing clean?
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Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)?
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Comment:
Effluent Sampling
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Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type representative)?
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Comment:
Upstream /Downstream Sampling
Yes
No
NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and sampling location)? ❑ rl ■ I_l
Comment:
Page# 3

Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
January 29, 2001
Ms. Denise Burris
579 Parkway Road
Balsam Grove, North Carolina 28708
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
iJJ�id
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Ms. Burris:
The Division's NPDES Unit received your comments about the Sliding Rock Recreation Area permit. This
letter is in response to your comments, and we hope it will provide you with some additional information about the
site that will address your concerns.
The Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP is one of 23 facilities with NPDES permits in Transylvania
County (and one of 1532 permitted statewide). It received its first NPDES permit in 1979. The facility is a seasonal
discharge; it does not discharge all year. During the years 1998-2000, the facility discharged for a total of ten months.
There were no effluent limit violations during that period, and no enforcement actions have been recorded against
the facility in the past six years. The discharge from Sliding Rock is the only permitted discharge to Looking Glass
Creek. It is unlikely any new discharges will be permitted, given the Trout stream and High Quality Waters
classifications of Looking Glass Creek. The Davidson River, which you mentioned in your letter, has no permitted
sites discharging to it. The Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP must record and submit effluent data when it
discharges to Looking Glass Creek. The facility must have an operator certified by the state, and is inspected
periodically by personnel from the NC DENR Asheville Regional Office.
If you would like more information about the sites in Transylvania County, contact Kerri Becker of the NC
DENR Asheville Regional Office at [phone]. Ms. Becker can also give you information on the Division's
various programs to protect and enhance water quality in North Carolina.
Thanks for your comments concerning the reissuance of this permit. If you have additional questions about
this permit, please contact Charles Weaver of my staff at telephone number [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
Original Signed BY
David A. Goodrich
David A. Goodrich
NPDES Unit Supervisor
cc: Asheville Regional Office / Kerri Becker
NPDES Unit
Point Source Compliance and Enforcement Unit / Rob Lang
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit Phone: [phone]
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 fax: [phone]
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us DENR Customer Service Center: 1 800 623-7748

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Certified Mail # 70151520 0003 5463 4835
Return Receipt Requested
April 07, 2017
Hurston A Nicholas, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
160A Zillicoa St
Asheville, NC 28801
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6)
and NPDES WW Permit No. NCO020460
USDA U S Forest Service
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Case No. LV-2017-0117
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $366.62 ($250.00 civil penalty +
$116.62 enforcement costs) against USDA U S Forest Service.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR)
submitted by USDA US Forest Service for the month of October 2016. This review has shown the subject facility to be in
violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES WW Permit No. NC0020460. The
violations, which occurred in October 2016, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that USDA U S Forest Service violated the terms, conditions or
requirements of NPDES WW Permit No. NCO020460 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in
Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed
against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary
of the Department of Environmental Quality and the Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G. Landon Davidson,
P.G., Regional Supervisor, Asheville Regional Office hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against USDA U
S Forest Service:
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500
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$250.00 1 of the 1 violations of 143-215. 1 (a)(6) and Permit No.NC0020460, t
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average foi
$250.00. TOTAL CPAL PENALTY
$116.62 Enforcement Costs
$366.62 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and
Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
(1) Submit payment of the penalty, OR
(2) Submit a written request for remission, OR
(3) Submit a written request for an administrative hearing
Option 1: Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environmental Quality (do not include waiver
form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such
Vth
ware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may
e reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper,
procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in
the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing,
such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and
agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you
believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below.
In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 143 B-2 82. 1 (b) was wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The
Director of the Division of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter. of
your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and
provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the
original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and
thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty 30Lys of receipt of this
notice. The Division of Water Resources also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for
Remission Request."
Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

with
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the
the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered i
when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrativ
Hearings accepts filings Monday -through Friday between the hours of 8:00-a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state
holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) provided
the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-23.2) is received in the
Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You
should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the
filing process.
The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC .27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal
date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for
collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations
that occur after the review period of this assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell with the Division of Water Resources staff of the Asheville
Regional Office at [phone] or via email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Reg' al Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
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FSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
Service
County: Transylvania
Amount Assessed: $366.62
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty.
You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in
evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five
factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting
remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual
statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil
penalty may be granted only when one or mom of the following five factors apply. Please check each factor that you
believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the
detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in.the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the
steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or
something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i. e., explain
how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve
compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
USDA U S Forest Service
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
PERMIT NO. NCO020460
DEPARTMENT OF EN
WAIVER OF RIGHT i ruv
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
CASE NO. LV-2017-0117
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $366.62 for violation(s) as set forth in the as document of the Division
of Water Resources dated April 07, 2017, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive
the right to an administrative hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the
assessment document. The. undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support. of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water 'Resources within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice
of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the
notice of assessment.
This the
day of
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
SIGNATURE
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ATTACHMENT A
USDA U S Forest Service
CASE NUMBER: LV-2017-0117
NC0020460 REGION: Asheville
ACILITY: Sliding Rock Recreation Area COUNTY: Transylvania
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 - Effluent
Violation Report Unit of Limit Calculated % Over Violation Penalty
Date Month/Yr Parameter Frequency Measure Value Value Limit Type Amount
10/31/2016 10-2016 Solids, Total 2 X month mg/I 30 36.20 20.5 Monthly $250.00
Suspended- Average
Concentration - Exceeded

Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Case Number: LV-2017-0117
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Monthly Average TSS exceeded the permit limit by 20.5%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved is unknown.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal and additional aeration. It
would also include more operating and maintenance time on site and the cost of additional chemical
treatment.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of collection of the additional samples and the cost of
analyzing them at a certified lab.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty enforcements in the twelve months prior to this violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$116.62
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G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supe ' or
Water Quality Regional Operations Section .
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

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FACILITY NAME: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
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OWNER NAME: USDA U S Forest Service
ORC/Certifier Signature
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
CLASS: WW-1
ORC: Dale Howard Wike
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
VERSION: 1.0
CONTACT PHONE #: [phone]
COUNTY: Transylvania
E-Mail:[e-mail]
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By this signature, I certify that this report is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for improvements to be made as required by part H.E.6 of
the NPDES permit.
Permittee/Submitter Signature:*** ark F.
Permittee Address: US Hwy 276 Pisgah Forest NC 28768
Teague E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone]
Permit Expiration Date: 01/31/2021
12/01/2016
Date
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 managed 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.
LAB NAME: Environmental Inc.
CERTIFIED LAB #: 57
PERSON(s) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Dale Wike
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit [phone] or by visiting http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/forms.
FOOTNOTES
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be entered for all of the parameters on the DMR
for entire monitoring period.
** ORC on Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
* * * Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then delegation of the signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B
.0506(b)(2)(D).

Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 4835
Return Receipt Requested
April-07, 2017
Hurston A Nicholas, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
160A Zillicoa St
Asheville, NC 28801
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6)
and NPDES WW Permit No. NCO020460
USDA U S Forest Service
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Case No. LV-2017-0117
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $366.62 ($250.00 civil penalty +
$116.62 enforcement costs) against USDA U S Forest Service.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR)
submitted by USDA US Forest Service for the month of October 2016. This review has shown the, subject facility to be in
violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES WW Permit No. NC0020460. The
violations, which occurred in October 2016, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that USDA U S Forest Service violated the terms, conditions or
requirements of NPDES WW Permit No. NCO020460 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in
Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty maybe assessed
against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary
of the Department of Environmental Quality and the Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G. Landon Davidson,
P.G., Regional Supervisor, Asheville Regional Office hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against USDA U
S Forest Service:
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

$250.00 1 of the 1 violations of 143-215.1(a)(6) and Permit NO.NC0020460, by discharging waste water i
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average for TSS - Conc.
$250.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$116.62 Enforcement Costs
$366.62 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and
Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-282.1(b),, which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
(1) Submit payment of the penalty, OR
(2) Submit a written request for remission, OR
(3) Submit a written request for an administrative hearing
Option 1: Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environmental Quality (do not include waiver
form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Wn 2: Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such
nest:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may
relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper
procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in
the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing,
such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and
agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you
believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below.
In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 143B-282.1(b) was wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The
Director of the Division of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of
your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and
provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the
original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and
thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this
notice. The Division of Water Resources also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for
Remission Request."
Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Option 3: File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearin
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for a
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must fil
the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed
when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative
Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state
holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) - provided
the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150E-23.2) is received in the
Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You.
should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the
filing process.
The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal
date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for
collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations
that occur after the review period of this assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell with the Division of Water Resources staff of the Asheville
Regional Office at [phone] or via email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
Cc: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
Environmental Inc./ ORC
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
Case Number: LV-2017-0117
Assessed Party: USDA U S Forest Service
Permit No.: NC0020460
County: Transylvania
Amount Assessed: $366.62
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty.
You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in
evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five
factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting
remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual
statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282. 1 (c), remission of a civil
penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors apply. Please check each factor that you
believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the
detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the
steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or
something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain
how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve
compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN -THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
USDA U S Forest Service
Sliding Rock Recreation Area
PERMIT NO. NCO020460
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTA
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
CASE NO. LV-2017-0117
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $366.62 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division
of Water Resources dated April 07, 2017, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive
the right to an administrative hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the
assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Resources within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice
of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the
notice of assessment.
This the day of , 20
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

ATTACHMENT A
USDA U S Forest Service
CASE NUMBER: LV-2017-0117
PERMIT: NCO020460
FACILITY: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 - Effluent
REGION: Asheville
COUNTY: Transylvania
Violation Report
Unit of Limit Calculated % Over Violation Penalty
Date MonthNr Parameter
Frequency Measure Value Value Limit Type Amount
10/31/2016 10-2016 Solids, Total
2 X month mg/I 30 36.20 20.5 Monthly $250.00
Suspended-
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Concentration
Exceeded

,: NCO020460
liding Rock Recreation Area
OWNER NAME: USDA U S Forest Service
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NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO020460
FACILITY NAME: Sliding Rock Recreation Area
OWNER NAME: USDA U S Forest Service
GRADE: WW-3
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
CLASS: WW-1
ORC: Dale Howard Wike
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: Transylvania
ORC CERT NUMBER: 996012
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eDMR PERIOD: 10-2016 (October 2016) VERSION: 1.0 STATUS: Processed
15 COI ICNCE: Compliant CONTACT PHONE #: [phone] SUBMISSION DATE: 12/01/2016
12/01/2016
ORC/Certifier Signature: Mark F. Teague E-Mail: environmentalinc a aol.com hone 4:828-586-5588 Date
By this signature, I certify that this report is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for improvements to be made as required by part II.E.6 of
the NPDES permit.
Perm ittee/Submitter Signature:*** ark F.
Permittee Address: US Hwy 276 Pisgah Forest NC 28768
Teague E-Mail:[e-mail] aol.com Phone #:[phone]
Permit Expiration Date: 01/31/2021
12/01/2016
Date
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 managed 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.
LAB NAME: Environmental Inc.
CERTIFIED LAB #: 57
PERSON(s) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Dale Wike
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit [phone] or by visiting http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/forms.
FOOTNOTES
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be entered for all of the parameters on the DMR
for entire monitoring period.
* * ORC on Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
** * Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then delegation of the signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B
.0506(b)(2)(D).

Facility Name:
IVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
J S Forest Service
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Sliding Rock Recreation Area
Permit Number: NCO020460
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LV-2017-0117
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Monthly Average exceeded the permit limit by 20.5%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved is unknown.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal and additional aeration. It
would also include more operating and maintenance time on site and the cost of additional chemical
treatment.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of collection of the additional samples and the cost of
analyzing them at a certified lab.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty enforcements in the twelve months prior to this violation.
8) The cost. to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$116.62
Date G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 2909
Return Receipt Requested
February 8, 2017
Hurston A Nicholas, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
160a Zillicoa St
Asheville, NC 28801
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0121
Permit No. NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the October 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample Limit Reported
Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 10/31/2016 30 36.15 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A,.a civil penalty of not
more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or fails
to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
If you wish to provide additional. information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business dam after receipt of this Notice.
A review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the submitted Discharge
Monitoring Report(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the
violations. If no response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty
assessment may be prepared.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences- in the
future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E, the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 2909
Return Receipt Requested
February 8, 2017
Hurston A Nicholas, Forest Supervisor
USDA U S Forest Service
160a Zillicoa St
Asheville, NC 28801
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0121
Permit No. NCO020460
Sliding Rock Recreation Area WWTP
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the October 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter.
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 10/31/2016 30 36.15 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not
more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any -person who violates or fails
to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
If you wish to provide additional information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of this Notice.
A review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the submitted Discharge
Monitoring Report(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the
violations. If no response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty
assessment may be prepared.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-2964500 'MAA

Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E. the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
Environmental Inc./ ORC
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