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Facility information
NPDES permit M
NC0059421 Transylvania County
Facility name:
Sapphire Lakes WWTP # 1
WWTP class:
II
WWTP type:
0.025 MGD (0.3 MGD after A to C) extended
aeration package WWTP consisting of: 12,500
gallon flow equalization basin with manual bar
screen, 0.5 HP blower and dual high water
alarms; single 25,000 gallon aeration basin with
dual 3 HP blowers providing diffused air; clarifier
with skimmer and sludge returns; 4000 gallon
aerobic digestor; tablet chlorinator; 1000 gallon
chlorine contact chamber; tablet dechlorinator;
Stevens 61 R flow meter and 22.5 degree v-notch
weir. (There is no emergency generator on -site.)
Annual Average Flow:
0.008-0.009 MGD (estimate)
Collection System:
The wastewater generated by the development is
collected and treated at WWTP # 1 package plant
and WWTP # 2 septic tank sand filter system.
There are — 5693 linear feet of 8-inch diameter
gravity sewer and — 2700 linear feet of 2- and 3-
inch force main collection system.
Coll. System Permits:
The Pinnacle - WQ0004013 (8-31-1990) for: 1121
linear feet of 8-inch gravity i sewer.
Cottages @ #2 Fairway - WQ0000101 (8-17-1988)
for: 1372 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer.
Guest Quarters —15975 (3-25-1988) for: 46 gpm
pump station with dual submersible pumps, - i
800 linear feet of 2-inch force main, 1900 linear
feet of 3-inch force main
River Club Villas (Tennis Villas) —13897 (10-29-
1986) for: 3200 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewel
Development:
Consists of 1450 acres with private, second horn
community with golfing, tennis and swimming. ;
Phase 1 has 1000 acres with 590 lots, 84 multi-
family/villa units, 8 guest quarters, and 80 seat
clubhouse. Phase II has 450 acres and was soli
to Burlingame (another developer) and is now
managed by the POA. Everything there is all on
septic systems.
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Sludge Management: Commercial hauler to the City of Brevard's
WWTP.
WWTP location: 1600 US Hwy 64; Sapphire, NC 28774;
Near Roundtop Mountain
Responsible official: Aubrey Deaver (owner as of Dec `06)
A&D Water Services, Inc.;
PO. Box 1407; Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Phone numbers
828-884-9772 Aubrey Deaver; A& D Water Services, Inc.
828-884-8632 " — fax (Ruth Whitmire)
828-507-9853 cell -cell
828-891-7779 Gary Norton @ HVL Water Plant
(h) 128 Maple Hill Rd Penrose NC 28766-9711
Operator information
Certified ORC & grade: Gary D. Norton — Grade II — Cert. # 21853
Back-up ORC & grade: Mike Walker — Grade II — Cert. # 993205
Permit information
Date issued: 7-1-2007
Expiration date: 8-31-2012
Stream information
Stream & river basin: Horsepasture River; Savannah River Basin
Sub -basin:
03-13-02
Quad:
Reid, NC
Grid:
G 7 SW
Stream classification:
C —Trout
Drainage area sq mi:
23
Instream Waste Conc.:
3.3 % @ 0.025MGD
Average stream flow:
85.1 cfs
Summer 7Q10 cfs:
13.8
Winter 7Q10 cfs:
20.5
30Q2 cfs:
29.3
Other information
Directions: The facilities (WWTP # 1 & # 2) are located off of
US Hwy 64 (1600 US Hwy 64; Sapphire, NC 28774)
at Sapphire Lakes, near Round Top Mountain.

On -site representatives:
828-884-8491
828-577-0142 cell
828-966-9200
Scotty Ruff, Pks & Grds Supt. (naturalist) - onsite
Scotty Ruff ([e-mail])
Cheri Jones, Adm. Asst. - on -site
PO Box 130 Sapphire, NC 28774

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Aubrey L. Deaver, President
A & D Water Service, Inc
P.O Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Dear Mr. Deaver,,
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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October 1, 2007
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Subject: Issuance of NPI5
Permit NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant #1 WWTP .
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 May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently amended). -
This permit includes no major changes from the draft permit. sent to you on August 1, 2007.
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 Bob Guerra at telephone number [phone], extension 539.
Sincerely,
�. Coleen H. Sullins
cc: Central Files
Aiheville Regional Office /-Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit _
NAo Carolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwatergualitv.ore Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 Fax [phone]
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Permit NCO059241
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 143-2IS. 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,
A & D Water Services, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sapphire Lakes Plant #1- WWTP
U.S. Highway 64 at Sapphire Lakes near Round Top Mountain
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as Horespasture River in the Savannah 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 November 1, 2007.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31,
2012.
Signed this day October 1, 2007.
0h Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO059241
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.
A & D Water Services, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to . operate an existing 0.025 MGD extended aeration package -type
wastewater treatment system with the following components:
4 Flow. Equalization basin.
♦ Chlorination and
♦ Dechlorinatiori
The facility is located near Round Top Mountain at Sapphire Lakes Plant # 1 off
US Highway 64 at Sapphire in Transylvania County.
2. After receiving an Authorization to Construct from the Division of Water Quality,
construct and operate a 0.30 MGD wastewater treatment facility, and
3. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into the Horsepasture River, classified C - Trout waters in the Savannah
River Basin.

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Sapphire Lakes Plant #1 WWTP
Latitude: 35° 06' 20" N State Grid: Reid
Longitude- 820 59' 12" W Permitted Flow: 0.300 MGD
Receiving Stream: Hor;epasture River Drainage Basin: Savannah River Basin
Stream Class: C - Trout Sub -Basin: 03-13-02
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NOYth NPDES Permit No. NC0059421
Transylvania County
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Permit NC0059241
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on. the effective date of this. permit and lasting until
expansion to 0.30 MGD or expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified
below:
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BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
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Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
Monitor & Report
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
eometric mean
Total Residual Chlorine
28 u /L
2NVeek
Grab
Effluent
Temperature °C
Monitor & Report
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen NO2+NO3+TKN
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Grab
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Grab
Effluent
pH'
Monitor & Report
Weekly
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

Permit NC0059241
A. (2). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS. . .
During the period beginning upon expansion to 0.30 MGD 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:
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NH3 as N
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Effluent
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Effluent
November 1— March 31
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Fecal Coliform
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
(geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
-28 µg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
Monitor & Report
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Upstream &
Downstream
Total Nitrogen (NO2+NO3+TKN)
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually _
Composite
Effluent.
Total Phosphorus
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Composite
Effluent
pH'
Monitor & Report
Weekly
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

NPDES Permit Standard Conditions
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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.
B ass
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 Ouarter
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 122.2)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" for conventional and other non -toxicant parameters. NOTE: Permittees may not
submit a "daily average" calculation [for determining compliance with permit limits] for toxicants. See the relevant
Federal effluent guideline[s] for the appropriate calculation interval.
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 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 Clean Water Act
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge. .
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limitl
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damne-
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 Clean Water Act.
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 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
L Duty to Comply
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(4) 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 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.
[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)(in) 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 $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class H 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 Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize 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 IL C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part H. 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
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. SeverabiIity
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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 150B-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 RMply
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]
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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 property 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 (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, 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. A
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
bided 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. Backup 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 H, M-and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility 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
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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 Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes. adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
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)]
(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
H. 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.
0) of this section.
5. Up -sets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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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 IL 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 R 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. 1he 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
L 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 W CFR 122.41 j(j)].
2. RMortin
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, 4 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period -
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION. Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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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
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
$ection 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 122.41].
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 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 Permittec'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 Pennittee 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
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
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 0].
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 122.410)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person 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 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CPR 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 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 122.410) (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 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 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. Ay&bility 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 143-2151(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 143-215.1C).
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.
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 processes) 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 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-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 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 DischaW 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 MUNICIPAL 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
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 Penmittee'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 ail 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 400C
(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 fiimes 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 .0900, 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 (SUOI
The Permittee shall maintain adequate'legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
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.5.).
4. Headworks Analysis NA) 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 (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.44). The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 2H .0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
.0909.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits MZ & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial uses, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Petmittee'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 Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industtial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted I[7P 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 (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization . to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to. the issuance of
an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
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 (SILTS) 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. SIU 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 �R�PI
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 211.0909, and specific local limitations.
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement. Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
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 meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For 0 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 Summ= (PPS
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report $NCR)
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 ODSF)• )
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Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SIU). 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 fora 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 limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H .0907.
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Aubrey Deaver
A&D Water Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC
Dear Mr. Deaver:
28768
April 20, 2007
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William'G. Ross Jr ; Secretary
North Carolina Department of 1 nvuonirient"aii`d Natural"Resources
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APR 2 3 2007
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Director
Quality
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Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Transylvania County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on April 20, 2007. 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. The requirements in
your existing permit will remain in effect until the permit is renewed (or the Division takes other action).
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at [phone],
extension 363 or 350.
Sincerely,
V
Carolyn Bryant
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
slie`ville Regional Office tS ace ,ater Protection
NPDES Unit
No ` Carolina
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Mrs. Carolyn Bryant
NC DENR/DWQ/Point Source Brach
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: Renewal NPDES Applications: NC0059439 & NC0059421
Dear Mrs. Bryant,
Enclosed please find renewal NPDES Applications for NC0059439 & NC0059421.
Sludge is disposed of by a sludge pumper at an approved sludge handling facility.
If you have any questions, please call me at 828-884-9772.
Sincerely,
Aubrey L. Deaver

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 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 C00 59421
Please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
A&D Water Service, Inc.
Facility Name
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Mailing Address
p ,.0 . Box 1407
City
Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code
NC 28768
Telephone Number
(8 2 8) 8 8 4- 9 772
Fax Number
(828 )884-8632
e-mail Address
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road Off US Hwy 64 at Sapphire near
City Round Top Mountain
State /Zip Code Sapphire, NC 28774
County
Translvvania 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 A&D Water Service, Inc.
Mailing Address P.O. Box 1407
City
Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code NC 28768
Telephone Number (8 2 8) 8 8 4- 9 7 7 2.
Fax Number (828 )8.84-8632
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Form-D 4/05

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial ❑ Number of Employees
Commercial ® Number` ofXMXXi,qKtTX 12 Accounts
Residential ® Number of Homes 89 accounts
School ❑ Number of Students/ Staff
Other ❑ Explain:
Describe the sources) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home parki shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.): Standard domestic waste water only.
Population served: ADDrox 250
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).-
Horse Pasture River, 'C' waters in the Savannan 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 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 sheetofpaper. 0.025 mgd package WWTP with Eff.. chlorination &
dechlorination.
Standard secondary treatment design remobal rates
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.02.5 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0 _ 0046 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0 .0110 MGD (for the previous 3 years) .
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
0 Yes R1 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. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODS)
43
9
mg/1
Fecal Coliform
> 600
12
# of colonie
Total Suspended Solids
60
13
Mg/1
Temperature (Summer)
23
19
6 c
Temperature (Winter)
3
8
o c
PH
Y Z`
710
5r�i
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES NC 00 5 9 4 21 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Other
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Permit Number
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.
Aubrey L. Deaver President
Printed namiofPerson Signing Title
of Applicant
04/18/07
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or 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.)
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A Private Golf Course and Country Club Community
April 4, 2002
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC DENR
Walter Quality / Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: NPDES Permit # NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company, Inc. Transylvania County
Dear Mrs. Stephens,
Our subject permit expires on August 31, 2002. As required by the North Carolina
Administrative Code (15A NCAC 21-10105(3)) our renewal application packet for such
permit is enclosed for consideration.
Should you have any questions please contact our office at 828-966-9200 and I
will be glad to assist you.
Sincerely, Cheri W. Jones
Administrative Assistant
Enclosures
cc: A&D Maintenance
P.O. Box 130, Sapphire NC 28774, [phone] or [phone] - www.sapphirelakes.com

NPDES P APPLICATION - SHORT D
To be filed only b .iarT gers of 100% domestic wastev4W 1 MGD flow)
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water guality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
North Carolina NPDES Permit Number I NCO
(if known)
Please print or type
1. Mailing address of applicant/permittee:
Facility Name Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
Owner Name Darnall W. Boyd
Street Address 1600 US Highway 64 W
City
Snp 1 hi ra
State NC
ZIP Code 28774
Telephone Number ( 828 ) 966-9200
Fax Number ( 828 ) 966-4068
e-mail Address [e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Name (If different from above)
Facility Contact Person
Street Address or State Road
City / Zip Code
County
Telephone Number ( )
S. Reason for application:
Expansion/Modification * Existing Unpermitted Discharge
Renewal x New Facility
* Please provide a description of the expansion/modification:
N/A
4. Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with
capacities):
Flow equalization basin and an extended aeration package plant.
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To be filed only by dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
Type of Facility Generating Wastewater
Industrial
Commercial
Residential (water & x
School sewer utility)
Other
Number of Employees
Number of Employees
Number of Homes
Number of Students/Staff
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):
Subdivision .
6. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
one
92
7. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of. wastewater for each
outfall:
Residential
S. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
Horsepasture River
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Ken Wheat
Printed Name of Person Signing
Vice -President
Title
Signature of Applicant
4-3-02
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6E (1) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or
certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any
recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, 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 $10,000 or
imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both for a similar offense.)
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A Private Golf Course and Country Club Community
Narrative Description of the Sludge Management Plan
Sapphire Lakes WWTP 91
NPDES Permit # NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company, Inc.
Transylvania County
Sapphire Lakes WWTP#1
The sludge at our wastewater treatment plant # 1 is removed by pump truck to an
approved facility. Should you have any questions please contact me at 828-966-9200.
Sincerely,
Cheri W. Jones
Administrative Assistant
cc: A&D Maintenance
P.O. Sox 130, Sapphire NC 28774, [phone] or [phone] • www.sapphirelakes.com

I i
State of North Carol...,:.
Department of Environment,
t( ealth and Natural Resources
ivision of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. P eston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Mr. Ken Wheat, General Manager
Sapphire Lakes
1600 U.S. 64 West
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
Dear Mr. Wheat:
April 21, 1995
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Subject:', Permit :N0. NC0059421
Authorization to Construct
Sapphire Lakes
Wastewater Treatment Facility
Transylvania County
A letter of request for an Authorization to Construct was received July 27, 1994 by the Division
and final plans and specifications for the subject project have been reviewed and found to be satisfactory.
Authorization is hereby granted for the construction of 12,500 gallon aerated equalization basin with a 2
HP aerator at the existing wastewater treatment facility with continued discharge of treated wastewater into
the Horsepasture River, a class C-Trout stream in the Savannah River Basin. -
This Authorization to Construct is issued in accordance with Part III, Paragraph B of NPDES
Permit No. NCO059421 issued October 10, 1994, and shall be subject to revocation unless the wastewater
treatment facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions and limitations specified in Permit No.
NC005942 L
The sludge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in accordance with G.S.
143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management.
In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance
conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this
Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or disposal facilities.
The Asheville Regional Office, telephone number [phone], shall be notified at least forty-
eight (48) hours in advance ofoperation of the installed facilities so that an in -place inspection can be
made. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during the normal office hours from 8:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a certification
must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in
accordance with the NPDES Permit, this Authorization to Construct and the approved plans and
specifications. Mail the Certification to the Permits and Engineering Unit, P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, NC
' 27626-0535.
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Permit No. NC0059421
Authorization to Construct
Sapphire Lakes
April 21, 1995
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Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment
facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and grade at least equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with
the conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each Class I facility at
least weekly and each Class 11, II1, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays, and
must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility and'.must comply with
all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the
life of the facility.
Failure to abide by the requirements contained in this Authorization to Construct may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Environmental Management in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
The issuance of this Authorization to Construct does not preclude the Permittee from complying
with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government
agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.
One (1) set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you. If you have any
questions or need additional information, please contact Dana Bolden, telephone number 919/733-50.83,
extension 518.
Sincerely,
r
JPLr e—s t ward, Jr., P.E.
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Asheville legio`na-Offices Water Qualtyi
Training and Certification Unit
Carey Ayres, P.E., Cranston, Robertson, and Whitehurst, P.C.
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Permit No. NCO059421
Authorization to Construct
Sapphire Lakes
' April 21, 1995
Page 3
Engineer's Certification
I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the
project, for the
Project Name Location
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation
of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and
intent of the approved plans and specifications.
Signature Registration No.
Date

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To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Dana Bolden
AUTHORIZATION TO CONSTRUCT
NPDES PERMIT REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Date March 3, 1995
COUNTY Transylvania
PERMIT NUMBER ACA059421
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility Name and Current Address: Sapphire Lakes Utility Co.
P.O. Box 130
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
2. Date of most recent NPDES Staff Report (copy attached):May 18, 1994
3. Changes since previous action on NPDES Permit: None
4. Verify Discharge Point(s) on plans verified with NPDES Permit. List
for all discharge points:
Latitude: 350 06' 20" Longitude: 820 59' 12"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S Quad No. 185-SW U.S.G.S Quad Name Reid, NC
5. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
Class II
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT
WORKS
The May 18, 1994 staff report is attached to this document.
1. Existing treatment facility
a. What is the current permitted capacity of the facility?
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b. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two (2)
years:
C. What is the actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(design volume) ?
d. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities:
2. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities:
3. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. -- --- If ---residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM Permit
Number
Residual Contractor:
Telephone Number:
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
c. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify):
4. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please indicate)
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
PART III - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Cranston Engineering has made adjustments to flow equalization basin as requested.
However, the modified plans submitted still noted timers on the pumps and did not
demonstrate any mechanism in which the operator could adjust the flow rate from the
equalization tank to the aeration basin. This was discussed with Carey Ayres, the
engineer, who stated that the timer notation on the plans had.been left on the plans
by mistake. Also, valves are to be provided to allow adjustment of the flow rate.
Concerns regarding the design of the flow equalization have now been satisfactorily
addressed. The A to C should be issued.
Signat e of Repor reparer
ater Quali y Regional Supervisor
Dat

j . C PRIORITY PROJECT: No x
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Dana Bolden
DATE: May 18, 1994
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Transylvania
PERMIT NUMBER NCO059421
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Sapphire Lakes Utility Co., Inc.
1529 Horseshoe Drive
Columbia, South Carolina 29224
2. Date of Investigation: March 4, 1994
3.
4.
Report Prepared By: Kerry S. Becker
Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Wayne Bryson
704-884-7512
5. Directions to Site: The facility is located off U.S. Hwy 64
approximately 1.5 miles west of Bohaynee Rd, (Hwy 281 S.).
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 350 06' 20" Longitude: 820 5912"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. 185-SW U.S.G.S. Quad Name Reid, N.C.
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
x Yes No If No, explain:
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8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Steep,
adjacent to the Horseshoe River.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: >100 ft.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Horsepasture River
a. Classification: C Trout
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: SAV 03-13-02
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream
uses: The Horsepasture is a swift moving, rocky bottom
stream that drains mountainous terrain. The area is.
primarily rural, sparsely populated with seasonal homes.
Approximately 1 mile below the discharge point, the
Horsepasture assumes a B Trout classification. Camping,
canoeing, and swimming are regular occurrences in this
portion of the river. Fishing activities occur in all
sections of the river.
PART II - DES.CRIPTION *OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted 0.025 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Wastewater
Treatment facility? 0.300 MGD
Application indicated flow request of 25,000 gpd.
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current
design capacity 0.025 MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in -the previous two years:
None issued.
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: The existing
facility consists of a 25,000 gallon package plant followed
by effluent chlorination and dechlorination.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities: Installation of a 10,000 gallon flow equalization
tank.
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: Chlorine
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2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Commercial
septic tank cleaning firm.
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
Class II
4. SIC Codes(s): 4952
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities
i.e., non -contact cooling water discharge from a metal plating
company would be 14, not 56.
Primary 06 Secondary
Main Treatment Unit Code: 060-7
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all
of the non -discharge options available. Please provide regional
perspective for each option evaluated.
Spray Irrigation:
Connection to Regional Sewer System:
Subsurface: Other disposal options:
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The facility has maintained compliance with permit limits for the
past year. The Asheville Regional Office recommends renewal of
the NPDES permit for the Sapphire Lakes Plant #l.
Signature of Report Preparer
i
W er Qua ity Regional Supervisor
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Date
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Staff Review and Evaluation
NPDES Wastewater Permit
FACILITY INFORMATION
Facility Sapphire Lakes Utility Co., Inc. -Plant I
NPDES No. NCO059421
Design Flow (MGD) 0.025/0.3
Facility Class II
STREAM CHARACTERISTICS
Stream Name Horsepasture River
Stream Class C Tr
Sub -basin 031302
Drainage Area (mil) 23
S7Q10 (cfs) 13.8
W7Q10 (cfs) 20.5
30Q2 (cfs) 29.3
IWC (%) 0.3/3.3
Proposed Changes
Parameters Affected
Basis for change(s)
monitoring frequencies at 0.3
all
2B.0508 rules for Class II
facility- this facility does not
MGD
change classification at higher
flow
Compliance Schedule: none
Special Condition(s): none
Permits & Engineering Comments:
This is a permit renewal for a package plant. No problems were noted in the last renewal. Facility
still operating well under 0.025 MGD. Compliance inspection in 1996 indicated that facility was
meeting limits, but the flow equalization basin was not being operated properly. P&E recommends
renewal.with chTV-u"Ptk8n--�
noted above
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Prepared b
Regional Office Evaluation and Recommendations:

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Facility Name:
NPDES No.:
Type of Waste:
Facility Status:
Permit Status:
Receiving Stream:
Stream Classification:
Subbasin:
County:
Regional Office:
Requestor:
Date of Request:
Topo Quad:
FACT SHEET FOR WASTELOAD ALLOCATION
Sapphire Lakes Utility Co. #1
NCO059421
Domestic -100%
Existing
Renewal
Horsepasture River
C-Trout
031302
Transylvania
Asheville
Dana Bolden
6i1/94
G7SW
Request #
7864
Stream unaractenstic•
USGS #
Date.
Drainage Area (mi2):
23
Summer 7Q10 (cfs):
13.8
Winter 7Q10 (cfs):
20.5
Average Flow (cfs):
85.1
30Q2 (cfs):
29.3
1WC M:
3.3
Wasteload Allocation Summary
(approach taken, correspondence .with region, EPA, etc.)
WLA requested because.facility has a phased flow. A to C for 0.025 mgd. Recalculated
flows. Used new flow values in -the level B model whichpredicted a minimum D.O. at dischar�
location. Summer End D.O. = 8.51, CBOD =2.28 mg/1 and NBOD = 2.87 mg/1. Recommend
exis g limits plus a chlorine limit of 28 ug/l. Allowable NH3N =24 mg/1 in summer and 71 mg/1
in winter. A chlorine limit wasn't given in the past because believed facility to have installed an
UV disinfection system; there is evidence of a chlorine disinfection system. Last 2 years effluent
chlorine max monthly averages have been above 3.3 mg/l . Should instream Monitoring
requirement be added.4v Do,-Vevv&j>, i4e- wee {Ze(owk X�wh�-� eti�j "e Cowtn^Qi
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Specii/al Schedule Requirements and additional comments from Reviewers: /
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Recommended by: Date: 6r'v %
Reviewed by
Instrearn Assessment: i Date: `7
Region rvisor: Date:
Permi Engineering: Date:
RETURN TO TECHNICAL SUPPORT BY: J U L 16 1994
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT IMPROVEMENTS
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SAPPHIRE LADES
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SECTION TS-2
k_MODULAR STEEL FLOW EQUALIZATION BASIN
-01. GENERAL
_ The contractor shall install a 1'10,--6-0 gallon wastewater
treatment pl t that will be �converteci to_ a �flow equalization
basin, complete with connecting piping -and appurtenant work, as
detailed on the drawings and specified herein.
-02. SHOP DRAWINGS
The contractor shall submit a minimum of six (6) copies of all
shop drawings to the Engineer for approval. Of these, two copies
will be returned to the contractor with appropriate action taken.
Receipt of less than the minimum required number of copies will be
cause for withholding the shop drawings from being checked until
receipt of the necessary additional copies.
Each set of shop drawings shall include, but not necessarily
be limited to:
a) Drawings showing dimensions of all major components
including dimensions.
b) Complete installation instructions including anchor bolt
layout, interconnecting piping details and mechanical
connections.
c) Control data shall be provided covering the following
details:
1) Approximate enclosure dimensions including height,
width and depth.
2) Maximum wire size (main terminal block or
disconnect device)
3) Air circuit breaker data including: function,
reference designator, frame size, poles, rated
current, and estimated load.
4) Motor starter data shall include: function,
reference designator, NEMA size, service voltage,
phase, number of overload heaters, and coil
voltage.
5) Motor data shall include: function, horsepower,
phase, frequency, voltage, approximate full load
current, service factor, nominal RPM, frame size,
NEMA speed torque design, and insulation class.
6) A control schematic diagram shall be provided that
shows power and control circuits in sufficient
detail to evaluate the control system design.
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d) Performance data including, when applicable, Aerator
Industries Aire O 2hp blower curves, motor data, froth
pump data and diffuser head loss data.
e) All other information necessary to enable the Engineer to
determine whether the proposed equipment meets the
specified requirements.
-03. STRUCTURAL
All outer steel walls shall be structurally designed to
withstand full hydrostatic forces applied from either side of the
wall. All walls shall have reinforcing located no further than 4'
o.C. The minimum wall thickness shall be 1/411, (.250) ASTM-A36
steel plate.
The method used to initially fill the tank with liquid may be
selected by the Engineer to test the hydrostatic design. Any
failure or excessive deflection shall be remedied and all costs
shall be borne by the manufacturer.
-04. TANK AND INSTALLATION
The principle items of equipment shall include flow regulator
box, Aire 02 Aerator, float switch, run timers, duplex Myers
grinder pumps, etc. all internal piping and valves, and conduit and
wiring.
All work on the tank including welding, on tank wiring,
interior piping_, installation of equipment and internal and
external painting, shall be completed in the field, installation
shall entail placing and anchoring each unit, attaching handrails,
making external piping and electrical connections, painting of
scuffed areas and setting the blower motor assembly and control
panel.
-05. PUMPS
Scope: Furnish and install j two S-ub_mersble- grinding': sewage
-pua (ti,$) . Each pump shall be capable of delivering ;I.8�_ GPl'i at 12
TDH, with a shut off head_ of 100 TDH (minimum). The pump motor
shall be 3450 RPM, ;`1 HP_ (m_inimum) single phase, 60 Hertz, 230
volts. The pump(s) shall be manufactured by a company regularly
engaged in the manufacturing and assembly of similar units for a
minimum of five (5) years in the United States. The pump(s) shall
be Myers RG10 Grinder.
Pump Design: Each pump shall be capable of handling raw,
unscreened domestic sewage consisting or water, fibrous materials.
The pump(s) shall be capable of handling liquids with temperatures
to 140 degrees F, and shall be capable of running dry for extended
periods of time without damage to the motor and/or seals.
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Pump Construction: The pump body, seal plates, impeller, and
motor housing shall be constructed of high quality ASTM class 30
cast iron or better. A coat of air dry enamel shall be applied
before and after assembly. All exposed hardware shall be 300
series stainless steel. All gaskets shall be of the compression
square ring type eliminating critical slip fits and the possibility
of damage during service associated with sliding o-ring sealing
arrangements. The pump construction shall contain no points of
critical clearance nor require periodic adjustment or replacement
to maintain reasonable operating efficiency. Discharge connection
shall be one (1) inch NPT in the vertical position.
The impeller shall be of the two vane, non -clog design with
pressure vanes on the back side and of the key drive design. The
impeller shall be dynamically balanced and shall be capable of
handling solids, fibrous materials, and other matter found in
normal sewage applications.
The mechanical shaft seal shall operate in an oil -filled seal
cavity. The materials of construction shall be carbon for the
rotating face and ceramic for the stationery face, lapped and
polished to a tolerance of one light band, stainless steel
hardware, and with all rubber parts of Buna-N. Seals which are
lubricated by the liquid being pumped shall not be considered
equal. A secondary Buna-N lip seal shall be provided between the
mechanical seal and pumped fluid.
The motor shall be the standard product of an established
American motor manufacturer. The motor shall be designed to be
=non -overloading over the entire pump curve. The motor and starter
assembly shall be of the standard frame design and secured to the
pump seal plate by four threaded fasteners allowing for easy
serviceability. Motor design incorporating shrink or press fit
assembly of the starter and motor housing shall not be acceptable.
The motor housing shall be of submersible construction with the
windings operating in a sealed environment containing clean
dielectric oil, making it capable of operating in a totally,
partially, or non -submerged condition for extended periods of time
without damage due to the heat being generated. Air -filled motors
shall not be acceptable. The motor windings shall be of Class F
insulation rated at 155 degrees C. The motor shall meet the
standard for enclosure -type mounting and basis electric design for
NEMA Design B. The motor shaft shall be of 416 stainless steel.
The thrust bearing of the single row ball type.
The pump shall be equipped with 20 feet of type 16 gauge power
cable. The cable entry design shall be such that it precludes
specific torque requirements to insure a watertight and submersible
seal. Heat shrink tubes shall be used to connect power cord leads
with motor leads. A master heat shrink tube shall be provided and
filled with epoxy to seal the outer cable jacket and the individual
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strands to prevent water from entering the motor housing. A second
rubber pressure grommet shall be provided as an additional sealing
point and strain relief at the point of cable entry. Cable entry
designs utilizing terminal boards to connect power cord leads with
motor leads shall not be acceptable.
-06. LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM
Tank levels shall be sensed by direct acting, non -floating,
displacement type level switches. Each switch shall contain a
single pole mercury switch which actuates when the longitudinal
axis of the float is horizontal, and deactuates when the liquid
level falls ill below the actuation elevations.
The housing shall be a chemical resistant polypropylene casing
with a firmly bonded electrical cable protruding. One end of the
cable shall be encapsulated to form a completely water tight and
impact resistant unit. Each unit shall be UL listed for pilot duty
and for industrial quality control equipment and shall be weighted
for suspended mounting.
-07. PUMP MANUAL CONTROL
An H-O-A switch shall be provided on the control panel door
for each pump motor.
-08. PUMP AUTOMATIC CONTROL
The pumps shall be controlled by the liquid level in the tank.
The level switches shall be used to automatically turn the pumps on,
and off at preset liquid levels. An automatic alternator shall be
profiled in the control system such that the pump motors are
automatically alternated at the end of each pump cycle.
-0 9 . _AAft-ALARMS- it
There will be .vialand,AJaudllealar¢s installed in/on the
control panel. �_ y
-10. PIPING•
All surge pump piping shall be Schedule 40 PVC pipe. Piping
shall be provided as shown on the plans. Pipe sizes shall be as
specified on the plans.
_ imfiOw REGULAT_O;R._ E O ;� ,
The flow regulator box shall be fabricated from steel. The
box shall be located as shown on the drawings, and shall be
accessible for ease of maintenance.
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The flow regulator box shall be sized as required for the
specified rate.
-12. AERATION SYSTEM --AERATION-INDUSTRIES, INC:
AIRE-02 2HP Aerator
Assembly Number: 510-340
Motor HP4
Phase single
Hertz 60
RPM 3470
Service Factor 1.15
Minimum Efficiency 74
Power Factor 78
NEMA Frame 145TZ
Aerator Weight 77 lbs.
Approximate Aerator
Shipping Weight 119 lbs.
General The aerator shall consist of an electric motor above
the water surface, connected to a hollow shaft within a protective
housing positioned at a 35 to 45 degree angle downward into the
water, to drive a propeller beneath the water surface. The
propeller shall thrust water past a diffuser to include a pressure
differential, drawing air through intake holes above the water
surface down through the,rot_ating hollow shaft and diffuser into
the water, in the form of f-lne bub ,ess',as defined by the U.S. EPA.
The aerated water shall be thoroughly distributed by linking the
directional flow of multiple aerators to create a circular flow
pattern within the basin.
Performance The aerator shall be capable of transferring at
least 2.5 lb. 02/HP/hr in clean water under standard conditions
when tested according to ASCE standard methods. The aerator
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manufacturer shall provide independent test results documenting
this minimum transfer rate, and shall provide five references of
installations in similar conditions and climate.
Motor The motor shall be totally -enclosed fan -cooled, 2
horsepower, 230 volt, single phase, 60 hertz, with 1.15 service
factor and minimum efficiency of 74%. The motor shell shall be
cast iron construction, with 316 stainless steel shaft, the motor
bearing shall have a minimum B-10 life expectancy of 100,000 hours
absorbing the full aeration thrust. Magnet wire shall be 200'
rated with Class F non-hydroscopic insulation and Class F type
leads. Windings shall be treated with two polyester varnish dips
and bakes. Internal components shall be of standard trade steel.
Shaft The hollow shaft shall be full -welded to a universal
joint which is connected to the motor shaft to minimize centrifugal
deflection. This U-joint shaft shall be dynamically balanced to
within 0.2 mils at the aerator's rated RPM. The U-joint shall be
forged carbon steel and the shaft shall be 300 series stainless
steel. The shaft shall be supported by a steady bearing located
near the discharge end. The area of the shaft shall be supported
by a steady bearing located near the discharge end. The area of
the shaft surrounded by the bearing shall be fitted with a
replaceable ceramic wear sleeve.
Ceramic Sleeve The replaceable ceramic wear sleeve shall be
the only moving part in contact with the bearing and shall spin
with the shaft as one unit. It shall have a hardness rating of at
least R45N83 and a surface finish of at least 16 microinches, thus
providing optimum protection from grit found in waste water.
Aerators without a ceramic wear sleeve are not acceptable.
Lower Bearing The replaceable bearing shall be water -
lubricated and press -fitted into the housing at the lower end.
Water lubrication shall be provided by longitudinal grooves on the
inside wall and water inlet holes penetrating the walls of the
bearing.
Housing The housing shall be 316 stainless steel tubular
design flanged for mounting to the aerator mounting flange.
Housing shall form a guard around the hollow shaft and support a
replaceable water -lubricated bearing press -fitted into the housing
at the lower end. Water lubrication holes shall penetrate the
housing in the area surrounding the bearing.
Mounting Flange A 316 stainless steel three blade designed
for optimum aeration performance. The propeller shall be threaded
to the shaft, thus holding the ceramic sleeve in place. Thread
direction shall be to tighten propeller during normal rotation.
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Diffuser The aerator shall be equipped with a removable 316
stainless steel diffuser threaded t the drive shaft designed for
optimum dispersion of air, aspirated through the hollow shaft, in
the form of fine bubbles (U.S. EPA definition) into receiving
water.
Acceptable Manufacturers: AIRE-02 mechanical aspirating
aerator as manufactured by Aeration Industries, Inc., Chaska,
Minnesota, USA.
-13. SURFACE PREPARATION AND CORROSION PROTECTION
All steel surfaces shall receive a near -white blast to remove
rust, mill scale, and weld slag. All weld spatter and surface
roughness shall be removed by shipping and grinding smooth.
All prepared surfaces shall be thoroughly dry and free from
preparation dust and foreign matter prior to the application of any
coating. Craftsmen applying protective coatings shall be
thoroughly familiar with the application guidelines and preparation
requirements of the product to be applied. All materials shall be
evenly applied and shall be free from obvious defects.
Protective coatings shall not be applied to improperly
prepared surfaces or during conditions considered to be not
conducive to sound painting practices or in fog, rain, snow, mist
or when the surface temperature is less than 40 degrees F"or the
humidity exceeds 85%.
Immediately after surface preparation, a polyamine-cured high -
build epoxy designed for protection of steel shall be applied. No
discoloration of the cleaned areas shall occur prior to the
application of this coat. All steel surfaces shall receive a 3 mil
dry film thickness of this protective coating.
After surfaces are suitable for top coating, a 3 mil dry film
thickness of polyamine-cured high -build epoxy of the specified
color shall be Delft Blue.
Total dry film thickness of the coatings shall be 6 mils. Dry
film thickness of all coats shall be made by employing standard
calibrated dry film thickness gauges.
A paint touch-up kit shall be provided for repair of scratches
or mars that occur during shipment or installation. Detailed
instructions shall be included and the materials shall be
compatible with the coatings as outlined above.
TS-2-7

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Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Co�X
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do'NOT'meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate2egional Office any noncompliance that potentially
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of Corr¢ tive actions being taken and a time -table for
,,I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
A&D WATER SERVICES, INC
Permittee (Please print or type)
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Signature of Permittee*** 1
(Required unless submitted electronically)
PO BOX 1407, PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 8928-884-9537 admaintCa%oitcom net 2022
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (5) Certification No.
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting the
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data
Y 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.
xx ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G_.0204.
*Kx 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

EFFLUENT
NPDES PERMIT NO NCO059421 DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONTH JUNE YEAR 2019
FACILITY NAME SAPPHIRE LAKES 1 CLASS 2 CouNTY TRANSYLVANIA
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1) E T S CERTIFICATION NO (2) NC600
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) William Wesley Royal GRADE 3 CERTIFICATION NO. 13471
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES Wes Royal OR $HONE 828-884-9537
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED Ex
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ATTN: CENTRAL FILES 7/2212019
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE ARGE) DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THUS REPORT IS
RALEIGH NC 27699-1617 ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MYKNOWLEDGE.
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Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements i
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements F-1
Noncompliant
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 fart II.E.6 of the NPDES permit.
"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."
A & D Water Services, Inc
Permittee (Please print or type)
A&D Water Service, Inc
P.O. Box 1407 t l
Pisgah forest, NC 28768
Signature ofPermittee*** Date
(Required unless submitted electronically)
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
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ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2)
Certified Laboratory (3)
Certified`Laboratory (4)
Certified Laboratory (5)
PARAMETER CODES
Certification No.
Certification No.
Certification No.
Certification No.
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/appforms.
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
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entered for all of the parameters on the DNM for the entire monitoring period.
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NPDES PERMIT NO NCO059421 DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONTH SEPT YEAR 2019
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If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
A&D WATER SERVICES, INC
Permittee (Please print or type)
Signature of Permittee*** Date
(Required unless submitted electronically)
PO BOX 1407, PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 8928-884-9537 [e-mail] 2022
Permittee Address Phone, Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
Certified Laboratory (2)
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ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
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Certification No.
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Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting the
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 DNIR for the entire monitoring period.
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EFFLUENT
NPDES PERMIT NO NCO059421 DISCHARGE NO. 001
FACILITY NAME SAPPHIRE LAKES 1 CLASS
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1) E T S CERTIFICATION NO (2)
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) William Wesley Royal GRADE 3 CERTIFICATION NO. 13471
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES Wes Royal ORC PHONE [phone]
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
1617 MAII. SERVICE CENTER
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(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) William Wesley Royal GRADE 3
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES Wes Royal ORC
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OF OR IN RESPONSIBLE C
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If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
A&D WATER SERVICES, INC
Permittee (Please print or type)
(Required unless submitted electronically)
PO BOX 1407, PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 8928-884-9537 [e-mail] 2022
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
Certified Laboratory (2)
Certified Laboratory (3)
Certified Laboratory (4)
Certified Laboratory (5)
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
PARAMETER CODES
Certification No.
Certification No.
Certification No.
Certification No.
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting the
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 the 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 the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state Der 15A NCAC 213 .05

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Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH NC 27699-1617
DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONTH DECEMBER YEAR 2019
CLASS 2 COUNTY TRANSYLVANIA
CERTIFICATION NO (2) NC600
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NO FLOW / DISCHARGE FROM STI'E
1/30/2020
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A&D WATER SERVICES, INC
Permittee (Please print or type)
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PO BOX 1407, PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 8928-884-9537 admaintCftitcom.net 2022
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Certified Laboratory (2)
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entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
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NPDES PERMIT NO NCO059421 DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONTH FEBRUARY YEAR 2020
FACILITY NAME SAPPHIRE LAKES 1 CLASS 2 COUNTY TRANSYLVANIA
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1) E T S CERTIFICATION NO (2) NC600
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) William Wesley Royal GRADE 3 CERTIFICATION NO. 13471
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OUPERATOP IN RESPONSIBLE C DATE
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"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
A&D WATER SERVICES, INC
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PO BOX 1407, PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 8928-884-9537 admaint(ftitcom.net 2022
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OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) William Wesley Royal GRADE 3 CERTIFICATION NO. 13471
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES Wes Royal ORC PHONE [phone]
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(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) William Wesley Royal GRADE 3 CERTIFICATION NO. 13471
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES Wes Royal ORC PHONE [phone]
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED ///J
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ATTN-. CENTRAL FILES 5/29/2020
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNA OP ftf IN kESPONSIBLE CHAR - DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL OUALITY
March 27, 2017
Mr. Aubrey Deaver, President
A&D Water Services, Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Subject: Permit Renewal
Application No. NCO059421
Sapphine Lake WWTP #1
Transylvania County .
Dear Mr. Deaver:
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretau
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
The Water Quality Permitting Section acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting documentation received on March 27, 2017. The primary reviewer for this renewal
application is Sarah Phillips.
- The primary reviewer will review your application, and she will contact you if additional
information is required to complete your permit renewal. Per G.S. 150B-3 your current permit
does not expire until permit decision on the application is made. Continuation of -the current permit
is contingent on timely and sufficient application for renewal of the current permit.
Please respond in a timely manner to requests for additional information necessary to
complete the permit application. If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the
subject permit, please contact Sarah Phillips at 919-807-6479 or [e-mail].
cc: Central Files
NPDES
gSleille Regiorial-mOe
Sincerely,
70" 7&�
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
State of North Carolina i Environmental Quality i Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-807-6300
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of Water Resources
- 5 2017
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Offloe

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 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 XC005942I
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to moue from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
A & D Water Service, Inc.
Facility Name
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 1407
City
Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code
N.C. 28768
Telephone Number
[phone]
Fax Number
[phone]
e-mail Address
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road Off US 64 at Sapphire Lakes Subdivision
City Sapphire
State / Zip Code N.C. 28774
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 A & D Maintenance , Inc.
Mailing Address P.O. Box 1407
City Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code N.C. 28768
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
1 of 4 Form-D 1/06

Commercial
Residential
School
Other
NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
ely-owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
of wastewater:
erating Wastewater(check all that applyp
❑ Number of Employees
❑ Number of Employees
X Number of Homes 74
❑ Number of Students/Staff
❑ Explain: i
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Residential Subdivision
f
Number of persons served: 108
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 j
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
outfallr
Horsepasture 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.
Eq basin, conventional activated sludge, chlorination, chlorine contact chamber, dechlor
and flow metering basin.
2of3
Form-D 11/12

PF NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.025 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.0047 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.0162 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes
X No
12. Effluent Data
NEW APPLICA1Vd'S: Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab
samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported,
report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
RENEWAL APPLICANTS: Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over
the past 36 months for parameters currently in your permit. Mark other parameters "N/Ap.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
9.5
4.7
mg/1
Fecal Coliform
34
3.5
/ 100 ml
Total Suspended Solids
33
21
mg/l
Temperature (Summer)
23
N/A
c
Temperature (Winter)
N/A
N/A
c
pH
7.0
su
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
NCO059421
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
Permit Number
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.
Aubrey Deaver President
Printed name of Person Signing Title
of Applicant
Date
/
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Mr. Aubrey Deaver, President
A&D Water Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
ROY COOPER
Governor
_JICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S.. JAY ZIMMERMAN
RECEIVED
Division of Water Resources
July 17, 2017 AUG _ 4 2017
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCA59421
Sapphire Lake WWTP # 1
Transylvania County
Class WW-2
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).
The final permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit:
➢ Section A. (2) has been added to require electronic submission of effluent data.
Federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs).
➢ Regulatory citations have been added to the permit.
➢ An updated outfall map has been included.
➢ List of facility components has been updated.
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.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
. 919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
https:lldeq.nc.govlabout/divisionslwater-resourceslwater-resources-pennitslwastewater-branchlnpdes-wastewater-permits

If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Emily P:
telephone number [phone], or via e-mail [[e-mail]].
rely,
S. Jay Zimmerm
cc: NPDES files
Central Files
Is. f I e� ; B ona Office

Permit NCO059421
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,
A & D Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sapphire Lakes WWTP # 1
U.S. Highway 64 at Sapphire Lakes
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as the Horsepasture River in the Savannah 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 September 1, 2017.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31,
2022.
Signed this day July 17, 2017.
Way Zimmerman, P.G.
erector, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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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.
A & D Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.025 MGD extended aeration package -type
wastewater treatment system that includes the following components:
♦ 12,500 gallon flow equalization basin
♦ Manual bar screen
♦ 25,000 gallon aeration basin
♦ Clarifier with skimmer and sludge returns
♦ Chlorination, plus contact chamber
♦ Dechlorination
♦ Flow measurement device
♦ Aerobic digester
The facility is located near Round Top Mountain at Sapphire Lakes Plant #1, off
US Highway 64 at Sapphire, in Transylvania County.
2. After receiving an Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit from the Division,
construct and operate a 0.30 MGD wastewater treatment facility, and '
3. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map
into the Horsepasture River, currently classified C Trout+ waters in the Savannah
River Basin.
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Permit NCO059421
FFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS -
0.025 MGD
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until
expansion to 0.30 MOD or expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored3 by the Permittee as
specified below:
;EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS;
Parameter.Code
=: Monthly
_ , ,Avera e . ;
Daily =,
', Maximum
Measurement
Frequenc -:
Sample Type _
"
Sample Location;
Flow 50050
0.025 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (•20°C) C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N C0610
Monitor & Report
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen 00300
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric 31616
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
mean
Total Residual Chlorinel 50060
28 Ng/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C) 00010
Monitor & Report
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen C0600
NO2+NO3+TKN
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Grab
Effluent
Total Phosphorus C0665
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Grab
Effluent
pH2 O0400
_F
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 pg/L to be in compliance with
the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a
North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 pg/L.
2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
3. The Permittee shall submit discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR
system. [see A.(3.)].
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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Permi
A. (2). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS -
0.3 MGD
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning upon expansion to 0.30 MGD and lasting until
expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such
discharges shall be limited and monitored3 by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
-
MONITORINGREQUIREMENTS "..
-
Monthly
Daily :
Measurement
S ample Type
Sample" Location
Parameter Code,
. 4vera e .
Maximum
Fre uenc
Flow, 50050
0.30 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C) C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3 as N C0610
April 1- October 31
24.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3 as N
November 1 - March C0610
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
31 -
Dissolved Oxygen 00300
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric 31616
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
mean
Total Residual Chlorinel 50060
28 Ng/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C) 00010
Monitor & Report
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C) 00010
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Upstream &
Downstream
Total Nitrogen C0600
NO2+NO3+TKN
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus C0665
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Composite
Effluent
pH2 O0400
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 }zg/L to be in compliance with
the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a
North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 pg/L.
2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
3. The Permittee shall submit discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR
system. [see A.(3.)].
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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A. (3.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[NCGS 143-215.1 (b)]
Federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs) and program reports. The final NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule was
adopted and became effective on December 21, 2015.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections
within Part II of this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits): .
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting Requirements [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)l
The permittee shall report discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC
DWR's Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for
each month and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows
permitted facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using
the internet. Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with
EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will
be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state electronically
using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing,
signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed
eDMR to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION:. Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 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. See "How to Request a Waiver from
Electronic Reporting" section below.
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Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the
month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Starting on December 21, 2020, the permittee must electronically report the
following compliance monitoring data and reports, when applicable:
Sewer Overflow/Bypass Event Reports;
Pretreatment Program Annual Reports; and
Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 316(b) Annual Reports.
The permittee may seek an electronic reporting waiver from the Division (see "How
to Request a Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section below).
2. Electronic Submissions
In accordance with 40 CFR 122.41(1)(9), the permittee must identify the initial
recipient at the time of each electronic submission. The permittee should use the
EPA's website resources to identify the initial recipient for the electronic
submission.
Initial recipient of electronic NPDES information from NPDES-regulated facilities
means the entity (EPA or the state authorized by EPA to implement the NPDES
program) that is the designated entity for receiving electronic NPDES data [see 40
CFR 127.2(b)].
EPA plans to establish a website that will also link to the appropriate electronic
reporting tool for each type of electronic submission and for each state.
Instructions on how to access and use the appropriate electronic reporting tool
will be available as well. Information on EPA's NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule
is found at: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2015/10/22/2015-
24954 /national-pollutant-discharge-elimination-system-npdes-electronic-reporting-rule
Electronic submissions must start by the dates listed in the "Reporting
Requirements" section above.
3. How to Request a Waiver from Electronic Reporting
The permittee may seek a temporary electronic reporting waiver from the Division.
To obtain an electronic reporting waiver, a permittee must first submit an
electronic reporting waiver request to the Division. Requests for temporary
electronic reporting waivers 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 submitting monitoring data and reports. The
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►n of a temporary waiver shall not exceed 5 years and shall thereupon
At such time, monitoring data and reports shall be submitted
electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is granted a
new temporary electronic reporting waiver by the Division. Approved electronic
reporting waivers are not transferrable. Only permittees with an approved
reporting waiver, request may submit monitoring data and reports on paper to the
Division for the period that the approved reporting waiver request is effective.
Information on eDMR and the application for a temporary electronic reporting
waiver are found on the following web page:
http://deg'.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/­­edmr
4. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and Supersedes
Section B. (11.1 (d)]
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://deg.nc.gov/about/­divisions/water-resources/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:
"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. "
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5. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.1]
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including
eDMR submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at
least 3 years from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request
of the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.41].
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Latitude: 351 06'20" N State Grid: Reid (not to scale) N6�
Longitude: 82159'12" W Permitted Flow: 0.025 MGD
Receiving Stream:Horsepasture River Drainage Basin: Savannah River North* NPDES Permit No. NCO059421
Stream Class: C;Tr+ Sub -Basin: 03-13-02 Transylvania County

NPDES Permit Standard Conditions
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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stance
designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent convi
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day c
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41( k/-)l
Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class Il 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 ILCA), "Upsets" (Part II.C.S) and 'Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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ions 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 150B-231.
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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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
122.221
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.221. 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. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up 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.
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.
of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
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 noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The 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)1: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative 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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Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.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 pennit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
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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.
Inspection and Entry
The Penn ittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
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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Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this pen -nit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part ILD.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this pen -nit
[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 pen -nit.
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 tenns shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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nittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
ration to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
;m b. of this Section.
lance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-3941, no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
tion, 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 MonitorinjZ
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. ChanIzes in DischarlZes 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 sE
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(I 1)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposa
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 defmition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [I 5A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
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.
Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)].
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The. Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
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 021:1.0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data SummarYForms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
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 requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903 (b)(34),.0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [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. [15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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Mr. Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
SEP 2 5 2017
Wafer Quality Regional Operations
Asheville RPq'kar'F 01".Ice�__.
September 22, 2017
orly-;C'ooP.ER_
MICHAEL S.,RE;CAN
Seemtiary
S, JAY .ZIMMERMAN'
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Subject: Payment Acknowledgement
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit NCO059421
Case No. LV-2017-0261
County Transylvania
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of payment in the amount of $518.68 received from you on
09/18/2017. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment (s) levied against the subject facility,
and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this Division for
additional violations of the applicable Statues, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please contact Wren Thedford at 919-807-6397.
Sincerely,
')�Aj
Wren Thedford
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Asheville Re&naL0fficer_R
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 3210
Return Receipt Requested
March 28, 2017
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-MV-0044
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
A review, of the September 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the.
violation(s)_ indicated below:
Monitoring Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Monitoring
Date Frequency Type of Violation
001 Effluent Oxygen,
Dissolved (DO) (00300)
9/10/2016
Weekly
Frequency Violation
001 Effluent Oxygen,
Dissolved (DO) (00300)
9/17/2016
Weekly
Frequency Violation
001 Effluent Oxygen,
Dissolved (DO) (00300)
9/24/2016
Weekly
Frequency Violation
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.
If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send amended DMRs within 10 business days of receipt of
this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this office.
X
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
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NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
Gary Norton/ ORC
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Return Receipt Requested
December 9, 2016
Aubrey L Deaver:.:#.:=;
A&D Water Service-l�i
PO Box 1407 .
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2016-MV-0138
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
-A review of the March 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility -revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Monitorina Violation(s):
Sample Monitoring
Location Parameter Date Frequency Type of Violation
001 Effluent Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N) - 3/31/2016 2 X month Frequency Violation .
Concentration (C0610)
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.
Your facility will be required to report your Discharge Monitoring Reports electronically by December
21, 2016.
For more information, please visit the eDMR Website at the following address:
http://portal.ncdenr.ora/web/wq/admin/boa/ipu/edmr.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
(%, 828-296-4500

If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send amended DMRs within 10 business days of receipt
of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this office.
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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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
aves Perdue
Mr. Aubrey Deaver
A & D Water Service, Inc.
P. O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Division of Water Quality
Charles Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman
Director Secretary
August 15, 2012
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0O59421
A & D Water Service, Inc. - Sapphire Lakes WWTP 91
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
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 significant changes from the draft permit sent to you on June 13, 2012.
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 Bob Sledge at telephone number (919) 807-
6398, or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Si ere ,
Charles Wakild, P.E.t'r
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Permit NCO059421
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
1011-13WWI ".1 96Mi.+INIXII 101TIVI0Z801 WHO ruIJM
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,
A & D Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Sapphire Lakes Plant #1 WWTP
U.S. Highway 64 at Sapphire Lakes
Near Round Top Mountain
Transylvania County
to receiving waters designated as the Horespasture River in the Savannah River Basin in accordance
with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, H, III and
IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective September 1, 2012.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 2017.
Signed this day August 15, 2012.
ChAes Wakild, P.E., Director
ivision of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC005
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this. facility, whether for operation or discharge are heret
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no long
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
. permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
A & D Water Service, Inc.
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.025 MGD extended aeration package -type wastewater treatment
system with the following components:
♦ 12,500 gallon flow equalization basin
♦ Manual bar screen
♦ 25,000 gallon aeration basin
♦ Clarifier with skimmer and sludge returns
♦ Chlorination and
♦ Dechlorination
Flow measurement device
Aerobic digestor.
The facility is located near Round Top Mountain at Sapphire Lakes Plant #1, off US Highway 64 at
Sapphire, in Transylvania County.
2. After receiving an Authorization to Construct from the Division of Water Quality, construct and
operate a 0.30 MGD wastewater treatment facility, and
3. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into the
Horsepasture River, classified C - Trout waters in the Savannah River Basin.

Permit NCO059421
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - FINAL
ie period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expansion to 0.30
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 .
Parameter Code
LIMI TS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
` Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type
Sample Location
Flow 50050
0.025 MGD
Continuous
Recording.
Influent or Effluent
BOD; 5-day (20°C) C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab „
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N C0610
Monitor & Report
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen 00300
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Colc mean rm
eometdetric 31616
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorines 50060
28 Ng/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C) 00010
Monitor & Report
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen C0600
NO2+NO3+TKN
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Grab
Effluent
Total Phosphorus C0665
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Grab
Effluent
pH2 O0400
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in compliance
with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by
a North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50
m/L.
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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Sapphire Lakes Plant #1 WWTP
Location
Latitude: 35° 06' 20" N State Grid: Reid
Longitude: 82° 59' 12" W Permitted Flow: 0.300 MGD
Receiving Stream: Horsepasture River Drainage Basin: Savannah River Basin
Stream Class: C - Trout Sub -Basin: 03-13-02
not to scale
NPDES Permit No. NCO059421
North Transylvania County

Permit NCO059421
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - FINAL
ie period beginning upon, expansion to 0.30 MGD and lasting until expiration, the
is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored
by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING REQU_ IREMENTS
Parameter Code
Month'1y
Average
Daily
Maximum
,Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type,
Sample Location "
Flow 50050
0.30 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C) C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3 as N April 1—October 31 C0610
24.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
NH3 as N C0610
November 1 - March 31
Weekly
Composite
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen 00300
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab '`
Effluent
Fecal Coliform 31616
(geometric mean)
200/100 mL
400/100 mL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorines 50060
28 Ng/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C) 00010
Monitor & Report
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C) 00010
Monitor & Report
Weekly
Grab
Upstream &
Downstream
Total Nitrogen C0600
(NO2+NO3+TKN)
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Composite
Effluent
Total Phosphorus C0665
Monitor & Report
Semi -Annually
Composite
Effluent
pH2 O0400
Weekly
Grab '
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in compliance
with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by
a North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50
I-Lg2•
2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour pi
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, 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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Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
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.
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Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for ;
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violatic
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to crir
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or boLn. m Lne
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Du 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)].
Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part H.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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rability
)rovisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
►ermit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
inder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-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.
I.I. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.4.1(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or•a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
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Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new aut
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior tc
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [
122.221
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualifiedpersonnelproperly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person orpersons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 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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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)]..
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The 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 except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)].
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.
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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For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall re
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.611 or state statute.
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itoring 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
)rovided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
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. Twentyfour Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted: The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability f 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 monitc
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not n
$25,000 per violation, orb imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CPT?
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The
report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the
facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. 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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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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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 defmition 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 maybe 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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Ws must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
port, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
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,
wvastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
'bsing the tesf 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 I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permit
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compli�
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary reg
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 Pretreatmkau
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 Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.91
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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rceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
5(b)(4)],
strial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
cordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted lUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909,,.0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial'
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)1
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant. Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H :0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 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 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs; the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program SummM (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (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
lUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of IndustrialUsers (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). [I 5A
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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Enclosed are three (3) copies of the Annual Performance Report and, three (3) copies of the Notice to the
users for the above referenced wastewater systems, as required.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to call me 'at 828-890-4810.
Sincerely,
Aubrey Deaver
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Annual Performance Report
Wastewater Treatment Systems
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report -
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999. This law was -established to provide a
mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public confidence) in owners and operators of
wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the waters of the state.
We are pleased to announce that the Annual Performance Report for your wastewater treatment and sewer
line collection system is now available for review.
A copy of the report is available to interested persons by contacting the office at [phone].
A&D Water Services, Inc. is pleased to be a part of thi's on -going environmental protection effort.
Sincerely,
Aubrey Deaver
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance Report
for
Sapphire Lakes Wastewater Treatment System
for the OperatIng Peiod
January thru December - 2011
Preface
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance Report established
by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as set forth in their
guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law .was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public
confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the
waters of the state.
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,neral Information
-ility/System Name: '
sponsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits:
Sapphire bakes WWTP
Transylvania County
A&D Water Services, Inc.
Aubrey Deaver - Owner
Gary Norton - Operator -in -.Responsible Charge (ORC)
NPDES # NCO059421
NPDES # NCO059439
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The system operates two (2) treatment facilities:
The larger treatment facility (NPDES # N00059421) is a typical extended aeration process
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treated effluent is discharged into the Horsepasture River, classified Class C waters, in the
Savannah River Basin.
The smaller treatment facility Q%TPDES # NC0059439) is a typical surface sand filter
capable of treating 4,900 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into James Creek, classified Class C waters, in the Savannah
River Basin.
Collection System - The main collection system is a standard gravity design with 8-inch
diameter pipe and pre-cast.manholes. The system has one duplex lift station with small
diameter force main in service. The system has a Spill Response Plan and an Operation and
Maintenance Plan for the collection system.
Facilities Served - The larger facility serves most of the developed area. The sand filter unit
serves a portion of Fairway 'Villas only.
II.. WWTP Performance
The system had no violations for the year.
We take pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and the quality of the waters in our
streams.
III. No4iincation
A letter advising of the availability of this report will be mailed to each resident. A copy of this
report is available to interested persons in the offices of:
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
or by contacting the office at 828-884-9772.
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required, three copies of this report is being provided to NC DENIt
iders who have questions or desire detailed information are invited to contact Aubrey Deaver at
offices.
V. - Cer-Mcation .
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.
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A ey Deaver, Owner Date '
This report prepared by:
Tom Kilpatrick
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Phone: [phone]
February 13, 2012
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance Deport
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Preface
E c E � v E
MAR - 2 2011
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance Report established
by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as set forth in their
guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public
confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the
waters of the state.

zeral Information
-ility/System Name:
sponsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits:
Sapphire Lakes WWTP
Transylvania County
A&D Water Services, Inc.
Aubrey Deaver - Owner
Gary Norton - Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC)
NPDES # NC0059421
NPDES # NC0059439
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The system operates two (2) treatment facilities:
The larger treatment facility (NPDES # NC0059421) is a typical extended aeration process
capable of treating 25,000 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is. discharged into the Horsepasture River, classified Class C waters, in the
Savannah River Basin.
The smaller treatment facility (NPDES # NC0059439) is a typical surface sand filter
capable of treating 4,900 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into James Creek, classified Class C waters, in the Savannah
River Basin.
Collection System - The main collection system is a standard gravity design with 8-inch
diameter pipe and pre -cast manholes. The system has one duplex lift station with small
diameter force main in service. The system has a Spill Response Plan and an Operation and
Maintenance Plan for the collection system.
Facilities Served - The larger facility, serves most of the developed area. The sand filter unit
serves a portion of Fairway Villas only.
II. WWTP Performance
The WWTP received a Notice of Violation for exceeding the fecal coliform limits during the annual
compliance sampling inspection. The situation was promptly corrected.
We take pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and the quality of the waters in our
streams.
III. Notification
A letter advising of the availability of this report will be mailed to each resident. A copy of this
report is available to interested persons in the offices of
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
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or by contacting the office at 828-884-9772.
required, three copies of this report is being provided to NC DENR
aders who have questions or desire detailed information are invited to contact Aubrey Deaver at
, offices.
V. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.
�Uaa l l l
ubrey Deaver, Owner Date
This report prepared by:
Tom Kilpatrick
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Phone: [phone]
February 9, 2011
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment
Division of Water Qualit
Governor
AUBREY DEAVER
PRESIDENT
A&D WATER SERVICE, INC
PO BOX 1407
PISGAH FOREST NC 28768
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Charles Wakild, P.E.
Director
April 16, 2010
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/;SH:HVILLE RFI"ONAL OFFICE f
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Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant #1
Transylvania County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on April 12, 2012. 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 you: existing permit
expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Bob Sledge at
[phone].
Sincerely,
Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
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Awl, e Regional ®,ffice/Suuface Waite" Proteetion
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
ely 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
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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
A & D Water Service, Inc.
Facility Name
Sapphire Lakes Plant # 1
Mailing Address
P O Box 1407
City
Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code
N C / 28768
Telephone Number
[phone]
Fax Number
[phone]
e-mail Address
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road Off US Highway 64 at Sapphire Lakes near Round Mtn
City
State / Zip Code
County
Sapphire
N C / 28774
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 A & D Water Service, Inc
Mailing Address P O Box 1407
City Pisgah Forest
State / Zip Code N C / 28768
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
;ly owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
of w@Lstewater:
F4cilit9 Generatigg Wastewater/check all that applyh
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
X
Number of Employees unk
Residential
X
Number of Homes 89
School
❑
Number of Students/Staff
Other
❑
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Subdivision, condominiums and country club.
Population served: 250
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) (Provide a map shouring the exact location of each outfallr
Horse Pasture 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.
0.025 mgd package WWTP with chlorination, dechlorination and flow recorder.
Standard secondary treatment design removal rates.
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
dy owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
nation:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.025 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.0049 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.0231 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes X 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. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
6.0
mg/L
Fecal Coliform
37
col/ 100ml
Total Suspended Solids
19
mg/L
Temperature (Summer)
22
deg C
Temperature (Winter)
7
deg C
pH
7.3
S.U.
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Aubrey Deaver President
Printed name of Person Signing Title
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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Form-D 05/08

Governor
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
June 30, 2014
Audrey Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest NC 28768
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Permit No: NCO059421
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
On May 28, 2014, I conducted a compliance evaluation inspection on the Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1. I would
like to thank you for your assistance in this inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NC0059421.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff
have any questions, please call me at: 296-4500.
Sincerely, -
-y l _
Katherine H Jimison
Chemistry Technician III
Asheville Regional Office
Enclosure
cc: MSC 1617-Central Files -Basement
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Water Quality Regional Operations —Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: 828-296A500 FAX: [phone]
Internet: hftp://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer
G:\WR\WQ\Transylvania\Wastewater\Minors\Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1 59421\59421 CEI 2014.doc

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
PA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 1 2 U 3 I NC0059421 I11 12 14/05/28 17 18 L S J
19 L s j 201 I
21111111 111111111 11 1111111 1 1 11111 1111111
11 11 f6
Inspection
Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----------Reserved----------
67
71 I I 72 �, 73 I I 174 751 III I 11 180
70 �,J —J
I - LJ I I
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)
11:15AM 14/05/28
12/09/01
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
1600 US Hwy 64 W
Sapphire NC 28774
12:OOPM 14/05/28
17/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
///
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Audrey Deaver,PO Box 1407 Pisgah Forest NC 28768//882-884-9772/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit ® Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance ® 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
Kathy JI t ARO WQ//828-296-4500/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers
Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page#

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
31 NCO059421 I1 12 14/05/28 17 18 i c l
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Mr. Aubrey Deaver assisted in this inspection.
At the time of this inspection, the flow meter had not been calibrated in the last year. However, a copy
of an invoice was sent to me showing a calibration date of 5-30-14.
This facility appears to be operated and maintained well.
Page#

Permit: NCO059421 Owner -Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWfP #1
Inspection Date: 05/28/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Permit
Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
❑
❑
®
❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
❑
❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
A
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
X
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: ORC analyzes process control parameters including DO and Settleable Solids.
Equalization Basins
Yes No NA NE
Is the basin aerated?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
®
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps present?
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps operable?
N
❑
❑
❑
Are float controls operable?
❑
❑
❑
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
❑
❑
❑
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
a
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Bar Screens
Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
❑
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the unit in good condition?
N
❑
❑
❑
Page# 3

Permit: NCO059421 Owner -Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Inspection Date: 05/28/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Bar Screens Yes
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
® ❑
❑
❑
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑ ❑
®
❑
Are the diffusers operational?
® ❑
❑
❑
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
® ❑
❑
❑
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
® ❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?
❑ ❑
❑
E
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
❑ ❑
❑
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? '
❑
❑
M
❑
Are weirs level?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of weir blockage?
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is scum removal adequate?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
❑
❑
■
❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
N
❑
❑
❑
Number of tubes in use?
2
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
❑
❑
❑
Page# 4

NCO059421 Owner -Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
05/28/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Tablet Yes No NA NE
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? 9 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? ❑ ❑ ❑ 0
Comment:
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ? Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)? ❑ ❑ W ❑
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type? H ❑ ❑ ❑
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Number of tubes in use? 2
Comment:
Flows Measurement - Effluent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
❑
❑
❑
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
❑
❑
❑
Is the flow meter operational?
®
❑
❑
❑
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
❑
❑
❑
W
Comment: At the time of this inspection the flow meter had not been calibrated in over 12 months.
However Mr. Deaver has documentation showing
that the meter was calibrated on
05-30-2014, two days after this inspection.
Page# 5

A & D Water Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407 Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 828-884-9772 Fax [phone]
January 27, 2011
Roger C. Edwards
Surface Water Protection Section
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: NOV 201 O-PC-1 009
Dear Mr. Rogers,
The referenced report was lost in my office until today.
The tablets in the CI-2 feeder were bound up and could not contact the effluent. We
replaced the caps on the tubes to prevent precipitation penetration. The operators keep
a closer check on the tubes.
If you need more information please call me at 884-9772.
Sincerely,
revy L. Deaver
113
JAN 2 8 2011
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

ft�E COPY
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
September 8, 2010
Mr. Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service, Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-PC-1009
Compliance Sampling Inspection
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit No. NCO059421
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Inspection Report from the inspection conducted on August
24, 2010. The treatment facility was found to be in violation of Permit NCO059421 for the following:
Review of the self -monitoring reports revealed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Fecal Coliform
August 24, 2010
400 col/100 ml
>2000 col/100 ml
Daily Maximum
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 Wanda Frazier at 828-296-4662.
Sincerely,
C ����
Ro er C. ervisor 9 Edwards, Re ional Su 9 p
Attachment Surface Water Protection Section
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WQ Central-Filesw/attachment
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE OnrthCarolina
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 /i
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Nahmalill
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq 0-x

NPDES yr/mo/day, . Inspection Type
3I NCO059421 I11 12I 10/08/24 I17 18IS1
(cont.)
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
FACILITY DESCRIPTION:
The Sapphire Lakes WWTP # 1 is a class II WWTP rated at 0.025 MGD (0.3 MGD after A to C)
extended aeration package WWTP consisting of: 12,500 gallon flow equalization basin with manual
bar screen; 0.5 HP blower and dual high water alarms; single 25,000 gallon aeration basin with
dual 3 HP blowers providing diffused air; clarifier with skimmer and sludge returns; 4000 gallon
aerobic digestor; tablet chlorinator; 1000 gallon chlorine contact chamber; tablet
dechlorinator; Stevens 61 R flow meter; and 22.5 degree v-notch weir. (There is no permanent
emergency generator on -site.)
Annual Average Flow: 0.008-0.009 MGD (estimate)
Collection System: The wastewater generated by the development is collected and treated at
WWTP # 1 package plant and WWTP # 2 septic tank sand filter system.
There are — 5693 linear feet of 8-inch diameter gravity sewer and — 2700 linear feet of 2- and
3-inch force main in the collection system.
Collection System Permits:
The Pinnacle - permit # WQ0004013 (issued 8-31-1990) for:
1121 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer.
Cottages @ #2 Fairway - permit # WQ0000101 (issued 8-17-1988) for:
1372 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer.
Guest Quarters — permit # 15975 (issued 3-25-1988) for:
46 gpm pump station with dual submersible pumps, — 800 linear feet of 2-inch force main,
and 1900 linear feet of 3-inch force main.
River Club Villas (Tennis Villas) — permit # 13897 (issued 10-29-1986) for:
3200 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer.
Development: Consists of 1450 acres with private, second home community with golfing, tennis and
swimming pool.
Phase 1 has 1000 acres with 590 lots, 84 multi-family/villa units, 8 guest quarters, and 80 seat'
clubhouse.
Phase 11 has 450 acres and was sold to Burlingame (another developer) and is now managed by the
POA. Everything there is all on septic systems.
Sludge Management: Commercial hauler to the City of Brevard's WWTP.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO059421
Inspection Date: 08/24/2010
PERMIT / INSPECTION / LOG:
Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant VWVFP #1
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 2-14-2007 by Wanda Frazier.
The permit expires on 8-31-2012. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
TREATMENT UNITS / PROCESS CONTROL TESTING DATA:
The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows:
Settleable Solids = 300 ml/I = 30%
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
The effluent flow meter was last calibrated on December 2009.
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY:
Mr. Aubrey Deaver and Mr. Mike Walker assisted in the inspection.
Effluent samples were taken during the inspection. The following lab results were reported.
BOD = 5.2 mg/I
TSS = 23 mg/I
Fecal coliform = > 2000 colonies / 100 ml --- The chlorine tablets had swollen in the
dispenser and were not in contact with the wastewater flowing through the unit. Mr. Deaver
shook the tablets down so that contact was made with the wastewater.
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT:
The 2009 System Performance Annual Report was received by the Division on 2-15-2010.
Page # 3

Permit: NCO059421
Inspection Date: 08/24/2010
Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
n
n
■
n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
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
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? _
■
n
0
El
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:
Equalization Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the basin aerated?
■
n
n
n
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
■
n
n
n
Isthe basin free of excessive grease?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps operable?
■
n
n
n
Are float controls operable?
■
n
n
n
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
■
n
n
n
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
■
n
n
In
Comment:
Bar Screens
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
■
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
■
n
n
n
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
■
❑
n
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
■
n
❑
n
Is the unit in good condition?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Page # 4

Permit: NCO059421 Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Inspection Date: 08/24/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑
❑
■
Are the diffusers operational?
■
Cl
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
n
n
n
■
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n
n
■
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
00
■
n
Are weirs level?
■
❑
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
n
n
n
Is scum removal adequate?
■
n
Cl
n
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
❑
❑
11
Is the drive unit operational?
Cl
❑
■
0
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
■
[I _
n
n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
■
0
❑
Q
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
❑
❑
Q
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
1
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
■
n
❑
11
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
■
n
n
n
Page # 5

Permit: NC0059421
Inspection Date: 08/24/2010
Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant 1NWfP #1
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
n
n
■
o
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
00
■
n
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
Cl
n
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
2
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
■
n
❑
fl
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
■
n
Cl
n
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Page # 6

County:
TRANSYLVANIA
Sample ID:
AB62499
River Basin
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PO Number #
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Report To
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Date Received:
08124/2010
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Time Received:
15:45
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Region:
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Report Generated:
9/21110
Sample Matrix:
WASTEWATER
Date Reported:
09/21/2010
Loc. Type:
EFFLUENT
Emergency Yes/No
VisitlD
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Location ID:
N00059421
Collect Date: 08/2412010
Collect Time: 12:00
Sample Depth
CAS # Analyte Name
Others
Sample temperature at receipt by lab
BOD, 5-Day in liquid
Coliform, MF Fecal in liquid
Residue —Suspended in liquid
PQL Result/
Qualifier
2.3
2 5;2
1 ! Mlt7
6.2 20
Units Method Analysis Validated by
Reference Date
°C 8/24/10 SMATHIS
mg/L APHA5210B 8/26/10 CGREEN
5 CFU/100ml APHA9222D-20th 8/24110 CGREEN
mg/L APHA2540D-20th 8/25110 CGREEN
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DIVISION
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Chemistry
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Data Released :
COLLECTOR(S) : WaIIdB. Frazier - SWPS
Date Reported:
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Estimated BODRange: 3l�✓>•tCl/K
StatioaLocation:��//J/1n1'�•ttj`�
Seed: L/ Chlorinated: ✓
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Sample Type
Station H/Locatiou Code
Dot Begio /mm/dd)
to o$
Date (yylm dd)
BSI
Time Begin
t2;oo
Time End Depth - DM, DB, DBM
Value Type - A, $ L
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BOD 310 mg/L
COD High 340 mg/L
COD Low 335 mg/L
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 /SOOml
Coliform; MY Total 31504 /100ml
Collform: tube Fecal 31615 Moral
Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100m1
Residue: Total 500 mg/L
Volatile 505 mg/L
Fixed 510 mg/L
Residue: Suspended 530 mg/L
Volatile 535 mg(L
Fused 540 mglL
PH 403 - mots
Acidity to pH 45 436 mg/L
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 mg/L
Alkalinity to pH 8.3 415 mg/L
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/L
TOC 680 mg/L
Turbidity 76 NTU
Coliform Total Tube 1100 all
COMMENTS:
Chloride 940 mg/L
Chlorophyll a EPA 445.0 modified option ug/L
Color- True 80 C.U.
Color: (pH) 83 pH= cu.
Color: pH 7.6 82 eu.
Cyanide 720 mg/L
Fluoride 951 mg/L
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/L
Grease and Oils 556 mg/L
Hardness Total900 mg/L
Specific Cond. 95 umbos/cm
MBAS 38260 mg/L
Pheoob 32730 ug/L
Sulfate 945 mg/L
Sulfide 745 mg(L
Boron
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Hexavalent Chromium ug/L
Bicarbonate mg/L
Carbonate mg/L
Total Dissolved Solids mg/L
NH3 as N 610 mg/L
TKN an N 625 mg/L
NOZ plus NO3 as N 630 mg/L
P: Total as P 665 mg/L
PO4 as P 70507 mg/L
P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/L
K-Potassium mg/L
Cd-Cadmium 1027 ag/L
Cr-Chramiam;Tota11034 ug/L
Cu- Copper 1042 ug/L
Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/L
Pb- Lead 1051 ug/L
Zu- Zinc 1092 ug/L
V-Vanadium ug/L
Ag- Silver 1077 ug/L
Al- Aluminum 1105 ug/L
Be- Beryllium 1012 ug/L
Ca- Calcium 916 mg/L
Co- Cobalt 1037 ug/L
Fe- Iron 1045 ug/L
Ma-Molybdenam ug/L
Sb-Antimouy ug/L
Sn-Tm ug/L
TI-Thallium ug/L
Ti-Titanium ug/L
Hg-1631 ng/L
Li -Lithium 1132 uglL
Mg- Magnesium 927 mg/L
Mn-Manganese 1055 ugfL
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Hg- Mercury 71900 ug/L
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
May 6, 2010
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A & D Water Service Inc.
P.O.Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 28768-1407
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-MV-0048
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant #1's WWTP monitoring report for December 2009 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Total Nitrogen
12/31/2009
Semi -Annually
Failure to Monitor
Total Phosphorus
12/31/2009
Semi -Annually
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the. non-compliance. If the above
parameters were left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found
on the front page of your DMR.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500.
Sincerely,
L—
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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�°,,HEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160the CleanWater Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999. This law was established to provide a
mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public confidence) in owners and operators of
wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the waters of the state.
We are pleased to announce that the Annual Performance Report for your wastewater treatment and sewer
line collection system is now available for review.
A copy of the report is available to interested persons by contacting the office at [phone].
A&D Water Services, Inc. is pleased to be a part of this on -going environmental protection effort.
Sincerely,
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance Report
for
Sapphire Lakes Wastewater Treatment System
for the Operating Period
January thru December - 2009
Preface
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance Report established
by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as set forth in their
guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public
confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the
waters of the state.

I. General Information
Facility/System Name:
Responsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits:
Sapphire Lakes WWTP 41-1
Transylvania County
A&D Water Services, Inc.
Aubrey Deaver - Owner
Gary Norton - Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC)
NPDES # NC0059421
NPDES # NC0059439
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The system operates two (2) treatment facilities:
The larger treatment facility (NPDES # NC0059421) is a typical extended aeration process
capable of treating 25,000 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into the.Horsepasture River, classified Class C waters, in the
Savannah River Basin.
The smaller treatment facility (NPDES # NC0059439) is a typical surface sand filter
capable of treating 4,900 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into James Creek, classified Class C waters, in the Savannah
River Basin.
Collection System - The main collection system is a standard gravity design with 8-inch
diameter pipe and pre -cast manholes. The system has one duplex lift station with small
diameter force main in service. The system has a Spill Response Plan and an Operation and
Maintenance Plan for the collection system.
Facilities Served - The larger facility serves most of the developed area. The sand filter unit
serves a portion of Fairway Villas only.
II. WWTP Performance
The WWTP received Notices of Violation for failure to provide continuous monitoring in February
and March. The situation was `operator reporting' error and easily corrected.
We take pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and the quality of the waters in our
streams.
M. Notification
A letter advising of the availability of this report will be mailed to each resident. A copy of this
report is available to interested persons in the offices of:
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

or by contacting the office at 828-884-9772.
As required, three copies of this report is being provided to NC DENR
Readers who have questions or desire detailed information are invited to contact Aubrey Deaver at
our offices.
V. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.
v
Aubrey Deaver, Owner Date
This report prepared by:
Tom Kilpatrick
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Phone: [phone]
February 7, 2010
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
AUBREY L DEAVER
A&D WATER SERVICE INC
PO BOX 1407
PISGAH FOREST NC 287681407
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
October 26, 2009
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LM-2009-0021
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver::
Dee Freeman
Secretary
OCT 2 8 2009 i
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This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 5625 in the amount of $265.00 received from you dated
April 28, 2009. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied against the subject facility, and
this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this Division for
additional violations of the applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-807-6398.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 28768-1407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Director
July 15, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0106
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Secretary
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for March 2009 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Continuous Flow
03/01/2009
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it
should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this
office within 10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all
actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance Report established
by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as set forth in their
guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public
confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the
waters of the state.
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I. General Information
Facility/System Name:
Responsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits:
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Transy vane i County
A&D Water Services, Inc.
Aubrey Deaver - Owner
Wesley Royal - Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC)
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NPDES # NC0059439
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The system operates two (2) treatment facilities:
The larger treatment facility (NPDES:# NC0059421) is a typical extended aeration process
capable of treating 25,000 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into the Horsepasture River, classified Class C waters, in the
Savannah River Basin.
The smaller treatment facility (NPDES # NC0059439) is a typical surface sand filter
capable of treating 4,900 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into James Creek, classified Class C waters, in the Savannah
River Basin.
Collection System - The main collection system is a standard gravity design with 8-inch
diameter pipe and pre -cast manholes. The system has one duplex lift station with small
diameter force main in service. The system has a Spill Response Plan and an Operation and
Maintenance Plan for the collection system.
Facilities Served - The larger facility serves most of the developed area. The sand filter unit
serves a portion of Fairway Villas only.
II. WWTP Performance
The WWTP was in compliance with all NPDES permit parameters for the period.
We take pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and the quality of the waters in our
streams.
III. Notification
A letter advising of the availability of this report will be mailed to each resident. A copy of this
report is available to interested persons in the offices of
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
or by contacting the office at 828-88479772.
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As required, three copies, — his report is being provided to NC DENI,
Readers who have questions or desire detailed information are invited to contact Aubrey Deaver at
our offices.
V. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.
Xzrg�eaver, Owner Date/%
This report prepared by:
Tom Kilpatrick
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Phone: [phone]
March 16, 2009
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MCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 28768-1407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H, Sullins
Director
April 13, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0035
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of Sapphire Lakes WWTP # 1's monitoring report for November 2008 showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Dissolved Oxygen
1 1/15/08
Weekly
Failure to Monitor Weekly
Dissolved Oxygen
1 1/29/08
Weekly
Failure to Monitor Weekly
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
1 1/29/08
Continuous
Failure to Monitor Continuous
Flow
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
1 1/30/08
Continuous
Failure to Monitor Continuous
Flow
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should have
been marked "Non -Compliant' with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within
10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all actions taken to prevent the
recurrence of similar situations.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger 0C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
April 28, 2009
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RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 287681407
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessmej
for Violations of North Carolina G
and NPDES Permit NCO059421
A&D Water Service Inc
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LM-2009-0021
Transylvania County
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against A&D Water Service Inc.:
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$100.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FEC COLT.
$50.00 For 2 of the 2 failures to properly monitor DO in violation of NPDES
Permit No. NC0059421.
For 2 of the 2 failures to properly monitor 'Total Nitrogen & Total
$50.00 Phosphorus semi-annually in violation of NPDES Permit No.
NC0059421.
$65.00
$265.00
- TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
Enforcement Costs
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) a 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 days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (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.
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
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
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'assessment document.. Bec----. a remission request forecloses the oN,.-.i 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 Quality 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 14313-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
- ---(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 the Division of Water Quality 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 Quality also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

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3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with 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 original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office
of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the
_-- --__ document is received in_the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days
following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings
is:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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 of the Water Quality staff of the
Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
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Bob Guerra/ D vvrQ Enforcement Files w/ att rats
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.IUS' -- -CATION 1F'OR REMISSION REQ—_.3T
DWQ Case Number: L M-2009-0021 County: Transylvania
Assessed Party: A & D Water Service Inc./ Sapphire Lakes I
Permit No.: NC0059421 Amount Assessed: $265.00
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
foi-th- -D ec i toconsider in evaluating your request or
- - 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
more of the following five factors applies. 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 CAROL..... DEPARTN_. T OF ENVIRONMENT w
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
A & D WATER SERVICE INC/ )
SAPPHIRE LAKES I WWTP )
PERMIT NO. NCO059421} PILL IN . M-209=D021
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $265.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated April 28, 2009, 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 Quality 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
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A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER: LM-2009-0021
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PERMIT: NCO059421
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
COUNTY: Transylvania
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALLI
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00 12-2008
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
12/11/08 Weekly
#/loom[ 400
600 1
50.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Monitoring Violations
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MONITORING
OUTFALLI
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
/ OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$25.00 12-2008
001
Effluent
DO
12/13/08 Weekly
mg/1
Frequency Violation
$25.00 12-2008
001
Effluent
DO
12/27/08 Weekly
mg/I
Frequency Violation
$25.00 12-2008
001
Effluent
PHOS-TOT
12/31/08 Semi-annually
mg/I
Frequency Violation
$25.00 12-2008
001
Effluent
TOTAL N
12/31/08 Semi-annually
mg/I
Frequency Violation

Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
Ail monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
Ej
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements .f..%
Noncompliant
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc..
and a time -table for improvements to be made. }
4
-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."
Sapphire Lakes I _
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P . 0 . BAM%V7 Sign � e of Permittee** Date
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 (Required)
Permittee Address
Phone Number
Permit Exp. Date
828-884-9772
PARAMETER CODES
00010
Temperature
00556
Oil & Grease
00951
Total Fluoride
01067
Nickel
50060
Total
00076
Turbidity
00600
Total Nitrogen
01002
Total Arsenic
01077
Silver
Residual
00080
Color (Pt -Co)
00610
Ammonia Nitrogen
01092
Zinc
Chlorine
00082
Color (ADMI)
00625
Total Kjeldhal
01027
Cadmium
01105
Aluminum
Nitrogen
00095
Conductivity
00630
Nitrates/Nitrites
01032
Hexavalent Chromium
01147
Total Selenium
71880
Formaldehyde
00300
Dissolved Oxygen
01034
Chromium
31616
Fecal Coliform
71900
Mercury
00310
BOD5
00665
Total Phosphorous
32730
Total Phenolics
81551
Xylene
00340
COD
00720
Cyanide
01037
Total Cobalt
34235
Benzene
00400
pH
00745
Total Sulfide
01042
Copper
34481
Toluene
00530
Total Suspended
00927
Total Magnesium
01045
Iron
38260
MBAS
Residue
00929
Total Sodium
01051
Lead
39516
PCBs
00545
Settleable Matter
00940
Total Chloride
01062
Molybdenum
50050
Flow
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
the Water Quality Section's web site at h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wqs and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
f ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
"* If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b)
(2) (D).

DIVISION OF WA I �ri QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSr;33iVIENT (FILE)
Violator: A&D Water Service Inc/ Sapphire Lakes. I/ NCO059421
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LM-2009-0021
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in 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;
All effluent violations are detrimental to the receiving stream.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Maximum Fecal Coliform exceeded permit limits by 50.00 %.
There were two Failures to Monitor Dissolved Oxygen weekly.
Total Nitrogen and Total Phosphorus were not monitored semi-annually during the last half of 2008.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations are detrimental to the receiving stream.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
It is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance would include the cost of doing the sampling.
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 enforcements in the past year.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$65.00.
Date Roge C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office

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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor
Mr. Aubrey L. Deave_r
A&D Water Service Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 28768-1407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Director Secretary
April 28, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0079
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for February 2009 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Continuous Flow
02/01/2009
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it
should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this
office within 10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all
actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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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]

CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 0710 0000 5376 7655
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
A & D Water Service
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
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Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION - NOV- 2008- LR- 0070
Sapphire Lakes Plant #1 WWTP — NCO059421
Transylvania County
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for
August 2008 after the required reporting date. This is in violation of Part II, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit,
as well as 15A NCAC 2B .506(a), which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMR) no later
than the thirtieth (301h) day following the reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject
the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation. You will be considered
noncompliant with the self -monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit until the report has been submitted.
Please submit the April 2008 DMR report within 15 days of receipt of this notice if you have not yet
submitted it. To prevent further action, please submit future monthly reports within the above -mentioned
timeframe to avoid further enforcement actions. You are also required to notify the Division each time
mailing or phone numbers are changed which relate to your NPDES permit.
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential
to the efficient operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have
any questions about this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-807-6387.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
Western Region NPDES Unit
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Central Files
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance Report
for
Sapphire Lakes Wastewater Treatment System
for the Operating Period
January thru December ® 2007
Preface
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified House Bill 11b0, the Clean Water Act of
1999, which placed significant new reporting requirements on those entities that own. or operate
wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items included:
1, A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October 1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance Report established
by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) as set forth in their
guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public
confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in their efforts to protect the
waters of the state.

I. General Information
Facility/System Name:
Responsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits
Sapphire Lakes WWTP
Transylvania County
A&D Water Services, Inc.
Aubrey Deaver - Owner
Wesley Royal - Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC)
NPDES # NCO059421
NPDES # NCO059439
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process - The system operates two (2) treatment facilities:
The larger treatment facility (NPDES it NC0059421) is a typical extended aeration process
capable of treating 25,000 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into the Horsepasture River, classified Class C waters, in the
Savannah River Basin.
The smaller treatment facility (NPDES # NC0059439) is a typical surface sand filter
capable of treating 4,900 gallons per day (gpd) with tablet chlorine disinfection. The
treated effluent is discharged into James Creek, classified Class C waters, in the Savannah
River Basin.
Collection System - The main collection system is a standard gravity design with 8-inch
diameter pipe and pre -cast manholes. The system has one duplex lift station with small
diameter force main in service. The system has a Spill Response Plan and an Operation and
Maintenance Plan for the collection system.
Facilities Served - The larger facility serves most of the developed area. The sand filter unit
serves a portion of Fairway Villas only.
H. WWTP Performance
The WWTP received Notices of Violation for the following NPDES permit violations for 2007:
Parameter Date Limit Type
Fecal Coliform Jan.,Feb., Mar., Apr., May, Jul., Aug., Exceeded daily max.
The system paid $2,223.95 in penalties for the violations in 2007.
We have taken appropriate actions to correct these compliance issues. The system has returned to
"Compliant" status.
We take pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and the quality of the waters in our
streams.

III. Notification
A letter advising of the availability of this report will be mailed to each resident. A copy of this
report is available to interested persons in the offices of
A&D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1401
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
or by contacting the office at 828-884-9772.
As required, three copies of this report is being provided to NC DENR
Readers who have questions or desire detailed information are invited to contact Aubrey Deaver at
our offices.
V. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge.
L (� L
eaver, Owner Date
This report prepared by:
Tom Kilpatrick
P.O. Box 679
Etowah, NC 28729
Phone: [phone]
February 1, 2008
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Michael F. Easley, Gove*e
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Departmi _ Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director '
Division of Water Quality
-November 21, 2007
AUBREY L DEAVER
A&D WATER SERVICE INC
PO BOX 1407
PISGAH FOREST NC 287681407
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LV-2007-0407
Transylvania County
Dear Ms Deaver:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 5250 in the amount of $270.09 received
from you dated November 15, 2007. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment
levied against the subject facility, and this case has been closed Payment of this penalty in noway
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits..
If you have -any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083, Ext. 539.
cc: Enforcement File #: LV-2007-0407
M%W :Asheville a-oonal Office Supervisor
Central Files
Sincerely,
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Dina. Sprinkle
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASKEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
No Carolina
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1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone] Customer Service 1 800 623-7748

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Michael F. Easley, Govemor 1
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Departmei=nvironment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director '
Division of Water Quality
November 21, 2007
AUBREY L DEAVER
A&D WATER SERVICE INC
PO BOX 1407
PISGAH FOREST NC 287681407
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes Plant W vrR #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LV-2007-0414
Transylvania County
Dear Ms Deaver:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 5251 in the amount of $920.00 received
from you dated November 16, 2007. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment
levied against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083, Ext. 529.
Sincerely,
za�-,/�
Dina Sprinkle
cc: Enforcement File #: LV-2007-0414
' DWQ-Asheville Regional Office Supervisor
Central Files
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NOV 2 8 2007
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Dio Carolina
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1617 Mal Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone] Customer Service 1 800 623-7748

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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
November 13, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL _
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 1786
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 -1407
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 Permit NCO059421
A&D Water Service Inc.
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LV-2007-0414
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of
$920.00 ($850.00 civil penalty + $70.00 enforcement costs) against A&D Water Service Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the
discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by A&D Water Service Inc. for the month of July
2007. This review has shown the subject facility, to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0059421. The violations which
occurred in July 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service Inc. violated
the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059421 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 Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty
assessment against A&D Water Service Inc.:
No thCarolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www-.nc.waterouality.org FAX [phone] 623-7748

1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Perm
100.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BIOCHEMICAL OXYGEN
DEMAND.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
250.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in
violation of the Permit Monthly Geometric Mean limit for FEC COLIFORM.
5 of the 5 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
500.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in
violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FEC COLIFORM.
850.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$70.00 Enforcement Costs
$920.00 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. 14313-
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 days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:

ment of the penalty:
be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
iot include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
ion for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
Point Source Compliance / Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 -1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed
justification for such request:
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 Quality 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 14313-282.1(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 the Division of Water Quality 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 "Req
Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulate
Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality al
requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both
forms should be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance / Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 -1617
•;
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a
petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of
Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with 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 original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with
the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one
copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business
days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative
Hearings is:
and
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 - 6714
Telephone (919.) 733-2698 Facsimile [phone]
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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.

astions, please contact me or Wanda Frazier of the Water Quality staff of the
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
D
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
cc: Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Compliance Enforcement
Re11rrrgioE.ne-il Supervisor w/ attachments
dI
Central Files w/ attachments JJ

DWQ Case Number
Assessed Party:
Permit No.:
JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
LV-2007-0414
A&D Water Service Inc.
NC0059421
Count
Amount Assessea: ;�ydu.uu
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 applies. 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:

NORTH CAROLINA
NTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
A&D WATER SERVICE INC.
PERMIT NO. NC0059421
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2007-0414
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $920.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 13, 2007, 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 Quality 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
A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER:,LV-2007-0414
PERMIT: NC0059421'
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
COUNTY: Transylvania
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY
REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
BOD
07/10/07
Weekly
mg/I
45
74
64.44
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/03/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400
600
50.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/10/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400
600
50.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/17/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400
1.200
200.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/19/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400
6,000
1,400.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/26/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400
5.950
1,387.50
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$250.00
7-2007
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/31/07
Weekly
#/100ml
200
732.3
266.15
Monthly Geometric Mean
Exceeded

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
A&D Water Service Inc
Transylvania
Case Number: LV-2007-0414
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered
the factors set out in 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;
Five of the facility's daily maximum fecal coliform values exceeded the permit limitations
by 50%, 50%, 200%, 1400% & 1388% in July 2007. The fecal monthly geometric mean
value exceeded the permit limit by 266%. The daily maximum BOD value exceeded the
permit limit by 64%.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
High concentrations of fecal coliform, which occurred on July 3Id, loth, 171h, 19th & 26ch
caused the facility to violate the monthly geometric mean limitation of 200 colonies per
100 ml. A high concentration of BOD, which occurred on July 10th, did NOT cause the
facility to violate the monthly average limitation of 30 mg/I.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
Damage to the receiving stream was not quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost of rectifying the damage is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance is the cost of operational adjustments
and / or chemicals.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.
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

� ring the previous 12 months (review period 7/06 through 6/07), the facility was issued
3 NOVs and 3 LV case assessments for permit limit violations for fecal coliform, TSS &
failure to calibrate the flow meter annually.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$70.00
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D e
R g C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Asheville Regional Office

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
7 l Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
L,L v011
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
November 7, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 1441
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 -1407
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 Permit NCO059421
A&D Water Service Inc.
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LV-2007-0407
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of
$270.00 ($200.00 civil penalty + $70.00 enforcement costs) against A&D Water Service Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the
discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by A&D Water Service Inc. for the month of May
2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0059421. The violations which
occurred in May 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service Inc. violated
the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059421 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 Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty
assessment against A&D Water Service Inc.:
Onc
NorthCarolina
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterouality.orq FAX [phone] 623-7748

200.00
2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES
NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of 1
violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FECAL COLI
200.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$70.00 Enforcement Costs
$270.00 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 days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (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:
Point Source Compliance / Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 -1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed
justification for such request:
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 Quality at the address listed

In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors
be considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors 'in NCGS 14313-282.1(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 the Division of Water Quality 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 Quality also
requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both
forms should be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance / Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 -1617
N-
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a
petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of
Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with 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 original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with
the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one
copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business

days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Ac
Hearings is:
and
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 - 6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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 me or Wanda Frazier of the Water Quality staff of the
Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
cc: Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Compliance Enforcement
Regroh:Jk&tsery sor whaf achments-­
Enforcement File w/ attachments
Central Files w/ attachments

umber:
rty:
JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
LV-2007-0407 County: Transylvania
A&D Water Service Inc. - Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
NC0059421 Amount Assessed: $270.00
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 applies. 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:

F NORTH CAROLINA
OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
A&D WATER SERVICE INC.
PERMIT NO. NC0059421
DEPARTMENT OF'ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2007-0407
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $270.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 7, 2007, 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 Quality 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
, 20

ATTACHMENT A
A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER: LV-2007-0407
FLKMI 1 : rvGuub14T1 FACILITY: sappnire LaKes viant 11vvv I v iFl COUNTY: I ransyivania REGION: Asheville
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI LOCATION PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00 5-2007
001 Effluent FEC COLI
05/08/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400 1,600
300.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00 5-2007
001 Effluent FEC COLI
05/10/07
Weekly
#/100ml
400 720
80.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
0

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
County:
Case Number:
A&D Water Service Inc.
Transylvania
LV-2007-0407
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered
the factors set out in G.S. 14313-282.1(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;
Two of the facility's daily fecal coliform values exceeded the permit limitations by 300% and 80%
in May 2007.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
High concentrations of fecal coliform, which occurred on May 8`h and 10`h, did not cause the
facility to violate the monthly geometric mean limitation of 200 colonies per 100 ml.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
Damage to the receiving stream was not quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost of rectifying the damage is unknown.
5) The amount_ of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance is the cost of operational adjustments and / or
chemicals.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.
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
During the previous 12 months (review period 5/06 through 4/07), the facility was issued
5 NOVs and 1 assessment for permit limit violations.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$70.00
Date Rog 'r C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Asheville Regional Office

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
r Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
October 18, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 8
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A&D Water Service Inc.
PO Box 1407
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A&D Water Service Inc.
October 18, 2007
Page 2 of 2
Remedial Actions:
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem(s). The
permittee or operator is required to submit comments regarding noncompliance on the relevant
monthly discharge monitoring report (DMR). If the comments provided an adequate explanation for
the subject violation, it is not necessary to submit any further response.
However, if corrective actions taken were not provided on the DMR or if you have additional
comments or information concerning the violation(s), please submit them to Wanda Frazier of this
office.
Technical Assistance:
The Asheville Regional Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant available for technical
assistance to wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) and collection systems with operational
concerns. This service is free and ,non -regulatory to assist in the identification and correction of
operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation of WWTPs and
collection systems. Should you have questions about this service, please contact Don Price at
828-296-4656.
C
Special Order By Consent:
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature and not related to operation and / or
maintenance 'problems, you may apply for a Special Order by Consent (SOC). To be eligible, you
will'be required to take corrective actions while implementing construction activities and pay a
stipulated upfront civil penalty. For additional SOC information, you may contact Keith Haynes at
828-296-4660.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Wanda Frazier in the
Asheville Regional office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
q�all -ItA
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Vic: Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Compliance Enforcement
DWQ Central Files
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AUBREY L DEAVER
A D WATER SERVICE INC
PO BOX 1407
PISGAH FOREST NC 28768 1407
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
woleeR.LinSullins,-Director•
�ivisionofVaterQuality
August 10, 2007
AU G 14 2007
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHIYIJ_E REGIONAL IL CE
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LV-2007-0284
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 5193 in the amount of $408.57 received
from you dated August 3, 2007. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied
against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083 Ext. 539
cc: Enforcement File #: LV-2007-0284
EDWQ Asheville Regional Office'Sdpervisor,
Central Tiles
Sincerely,
r
Laurie Singleton
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleiqh, NC 27699-1617
[phone]
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Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1 NCO059421

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
rNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of WatSr Quality
July 24, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL 7002 3150 0003 7052 9554
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A & D Water Services, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Dear Mr. Deaver:
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION - NOV- 2007- LR- 0037
Sapphire -Lakes WWTP #1 WWTP NCO059421
Transylvania County
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for July 2007 after
the required reporting date. This is in violation of Part II, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 2B
.506(a), which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth (30) day following the
reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to
$25,000 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with the self -monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit
until the report has been submitted.
Please submit the July 2007 DMR report within 10 days of receipt of this notice if you have not yet submitted it.
To prevent further action, please submit future monthly reports within the above -mentioned timeframe to avoid
further enforcement actions.
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the efficient
operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions about
this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-733-5083, extension 539.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
Western Region NPDES Unit
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
-i Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality.
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 287681407
July 16, 2007
7006 3450 0002 7064 8440
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.)
and NPDES Permit NCO059421
A&D Water Service Inc.
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LV-2007-0284
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
FILE
143-215.1(a)(6)
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of
$408.57 ($200.00 civil penalty + $208.57 enforcement costs) against A&D Water Service Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the
discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by A&D Water Service Inc. for the month of March
2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in NODES Permit NC0059421. The violations which
occurred in March 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service Inc. violated
the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059421 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 Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, -Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty
assessment against A&D Water Service Inc.: one
No thCarolina
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2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service 1-800-623-7748

200.00
200.00
208.57
408.57
2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) an
NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the
violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FE
TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
Enforcement Costs
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. 14313-
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 days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:

nt of the penalty:
ren
hould be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
(do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
t action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
ntion of:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina. 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed
justification for such request:
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 Quality 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 14313-282:1(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 the Division of Water Quality 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 E
Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hear
Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division
requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Rerr
forms should be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a
petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of
Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with 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 original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with
the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one
copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business
days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative
Hearings is:
and
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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.

ns, please contact me or Wanda Frazier of the Asheville Regional Office
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
cc: Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement
Re ional Supervisor w/ attachments
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Central Files w/ attachments

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2007-0284
Assessed Party: A&D Water Service Inc.
Permit No.: NC0059421
County:
Amount Assessed:
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 applies. 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:

CAROL,.-.,-,
NSYLVANIA
ATTER OF ASSESSMENT
PENALTIES AGAINST
A&D WATER SERVICE INC.
SAPPHIRE LAKES WWTP #1
PERMIT NO. NCO059421
DEPARTM`,-.F OF ENVIRONMENT,
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2007-0284
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling 14Q8.57 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated July 16, 2007, 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 Quality 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
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
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ATTACHMENT A
A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER: LV-2007-0284
PERMIT: NCO059421
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
COUNTY: Transylvania
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION PARAMETER DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00 3-2007
001
Effluent FEC COLI 03/13/07
Weekly
#/100ml 400 600
50.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00 3-2007
001
Effluent FEC COLI 03/15/07
Weekly
#/100ml 400 600
50.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded

ION OF 4.,,. ER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASoe-SSMENT (FILE)
A&D Water Service Inc.
Transylvania
LV-2007-0284
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the
factors set out in G.S. 14313-282.1(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;
The facility's daily maximum fecal coliform values exceeded the permit limitations by 50% each
in March 2007.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
High concentrations of fecal coliform, which occurred on March 13th and 15th, did not cause the
facility to violate the monthly geometric mean limitation of 200 colonies per 100 mi.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
Damage to the receiving stream was not quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost of rectifying the damage is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance is the cost of operational adjustments and / or
chemicals.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.
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
During the review period 03-01-2006 through 02-28-2007, the facility had permit limit violations
resulting in 5 NOVs and 2 enforcement actions.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$208.57
A '.
Date Roge C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
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w :>rta� *•. "�•-3-.;;Michael F. Easley, Governor
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illiam G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carli a,Qepar�e of Envtmebt and Natural Resources
Jh leen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 287681407
Dear Mr. Deaver:
July 12, 2007
7006 3450 0002 7064 8358
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0389
Permit number NC0059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for February 2007
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Fecal Coliform
02/27/07
400
600
Daily Maximum
Membrane filter,
colonies per
colonies per
Exceeded
M-FC Broth @ 44.5
100 ml
100 ml
degrees Celcius
NollhCarolina
Naturally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70; Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX [phone]

Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Page 2 of 2
July 12, 2007
Remedial Actions:
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem(s). The
permittee or operator is required to submit comments regarding noncompliance on the relevant
monthly discharge monitoring report (DMR). If the comments provided an adequate explanation for
the subject violation, it is not necessary to submit any further response.
However, if corrective actions taken were not provided on the DMR or if you have additional
comments or information concerning the violation(s), please submit them to Wanda Frazier of this
office.
Technical Assistance:
The Asheville Regional Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant available for technical
assistance to wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) and collection systems with operational
concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and correction of
operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation of WWTPs and
collection systems. Should you have questions about this service, please contact Don Price at 828-
296-4500 extension 4656.
Special Order By Consent:
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature and not related to operation and / or
maintenance problems, you may apply for a Special Order by Consent (SOC). To be eligible, you
will be required to take corrective actions while implementing construction activities and pay a
stipulated upfront civil penalty. You may contact Jim Reid of this office for SOC additional
information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Wanda Frazier in the
Asheville Regional office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement
DWQ Central Files
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Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 287681407
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division. of Water Quality
June 21, 2007 Fal E z ' `� 1-0
JUN 25 2607
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LV-2007-0207
Transylvania County
Dear Dear Mr. Deaver::
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 5165 in the amount of $758.57 received
from you dated June 12, 2007. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied
against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083 Ext. 539.
Sincerely,
i
Laurie Singleton
cc: Enforcement File #: LV-2007-0207
D'UV( Asheville &egional O_ ff_ ce Su_ pervisor
Central Files - -
1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone] Customer Service 1 800 623-7748
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A & D WATER SERVICE, INC. Community Bank
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PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 6/12/2007
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TO THE Point Source Compliance/Enforance Unit **758.57
ORDER OF
Seven Hundred Fifty -Eight and 57/100***************************************************************************** DOLLARS
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Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES NCO059421

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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
Surface Water Protection Section
June 6, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 7894
i
Mr. Aubrey Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
PO Box 1405
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
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 Permit NCO059421
A&D Water Service, Inc..(Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1)
Case No. LV-2007-0207
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of
$758.57 ($550.00 civil penalty + $208.57 enforcement costs) against A&D water Service, Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the
discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by A&D water Service, Inc. for the month of
January 2007. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge
limitation for Total Suspended Solids found in NPDES Permit NC0059421. The violations which
occurred in January 2007 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service, Inc. violated
the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059421 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
vioiates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-2'15.1(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 Environment and Natural. Resources and the
Director of the Division of .Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty
assessment against A&D water Service, Inc.: o�z
NorthCarolina
AlahavAll
2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service 1-800- 623-7748

250.00 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in
violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for Total Ssupended Solids.
3 of the 4 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
300.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in
violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for Total Suspended Solids.
$550.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$208.57 Enforcement Costs
$758.57 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. 14313-
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.

thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (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:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR ;.
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed
justification for such request:
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 Quality 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 the Division of Water Quality 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
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 Quality also
requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both
forms should be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a
petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of
Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with 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 original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with
the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one
copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business
days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative
Hearings is:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone]
Facsimile: [phone]
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to:
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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.

y questions, please contact me or Wanda Frazier of the Asheville Regional Office
)0.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
cc: Bob Guerra, Compliance Enforcement - w/ attachments
DWQ Central Files w/ attachments
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number:. LV-2007-0207
Assessed Party: A&D WATER SERVICE, INC.
Permit No.: NC0059421
County: Try
Amount Assesseu. q,
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 applies. 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:

OF NORTH CAROLINA
OUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
A&D WATER SERVICE, INC.
SAPPHIRE LAKES WWTP #1
TRANSYLVANIA COUNTY
PERMIT NO. NCO059421
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2007-0207
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $758.57 for violations as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated June 6, 2007, 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 Quality 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
A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER: LV-2007-0207
PERMIT: NCO059421
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
COUNTY: Transylvania
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00 1-2007
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
01/23/07
Weekly
mg/I
45
60
33.33
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00 1-2007
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
01/25/07
Weekly
mg/I
45
57
26.67
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00 1-2007
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
01/26/07
Weekly
mgfl
45
55
22.22
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$.00 1-2007
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
01/30/07
Weekly
mg/I
45
48
6.67
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$250.00 1-2007
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
01/31/07
Weekly
mg/I
30
42.75
42.50
Monthly Average Exceeded

IVISION OF WAl cR QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
A & D Water Service, Inc. (Sapphire Lakes WWTP # 1)
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LV-2007-0207
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;
The facility's daily maximum value for total suspended solids exceeded the permit
limitations on January 23rd, 25tn, 261n, & 301n , 2007 'by 33%, 27%, 22%, & 7%,
respectively. These violations caused the monthly average TSS limit to be exceeded
by 42%.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
The TSS concentration from samples collected on January 23rd, 25", 26tn, & 301n,
were sufficiently high to cause the facility to violate the permitted monthly average
concentration of 30 mg/I.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
Damage to the receiving stream was not quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost of rectifying the damage is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance is the cost associated with operational
adjustments and/or chemical usage.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.
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
During the period 1/1/2006 through 12/30/2006, there were 5 NOVs and 1 enforcement
for $226.82.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. .
$208.57
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Date Roge'C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office

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NCDENR
Vorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
F. Easley, Governor
April 5, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Aubrey L. Deaver
A & D Water Service
P.O. Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W: Klimek, P.E:, Director
APR 1
2 2007
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V%P.1EP. QU,-i.IT`'
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AS, 'ILL:-
Subject: Notice of Violation
Failure to Submit Renewal Application
NPDES Permit NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
The subject permit's expiration date is August 31, 2007. Federal [40,CFR 122] and state (15A NCAC
2H.0105(e)) regulations require that an application for permit renewal be fied at least 180 days prior to expiration
of the current permit. To satisfy this requirement,; your renewal package should have been sent to the Division
postmarked no later than March 4, 2007.
As of this date, the Division has not received your renewal application. This is a violation of Part IL B.10.
of your permit, which states "Any permittee that 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.". To prevent an assessment of civil penalties you must submit a completed permit application
(see enclosed forms) no later than April 20, 2007.
Use the enclosed checklist to complete your renewal package. The checklist identifies the items you must
submit with the permit renewal application. If all wastewater discharge from your facility has ceased and you
wish to rescind this permit [or if you have any questions] please contact Charles H. Weaver of my staff. His
telephone number, fax number and e-mail address are listed at the bottom of this page.
Sincerely,
opAlan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Central Files
HTTTV lie RegionaIff ffice Sur""" aver ;ater�� otection
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NOIffiCarollna
Phone: [phone], extension 511 / FAX [phone] / Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us ;Vatwrally
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P.O. Box 1407 Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 828-884-9772 Fax [phone]p32
March 5, 2007
Mr. Roger Edwards
Division of Water Quality
2090 US HWY 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: NOV 2007-PC-0006
Dear Mr. Edwards,
On February 22, 2007, the subject flow meter was retested for accuracy. It was found to
be well within tolerance limits. The strip chart was also found to be marking & rolling
properly.
Please contact my office if you need more information.
Sincerely,
Aubrey L. Deaver
ID E C E 0 V E Do
MAR - 7 2007
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

A & D Water Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 1407 Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 828-884-9772 Fax [phone]
March 5, 2007
Mr. Roger Edwards
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: NOV 2007-LV-0093
Dear Mr. Edwards,
The mixed liquors and food to microorganism ratios are being monitored more closely
now.
Please contact my office if you need more information.
Sincerely,
4*1-- -
Aubrey L. Deaver
MAR 7 2007
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March 5, 2007
Mr. Roger Edwards
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: NOV 2007-LV-0092
Dear Mr. Edwards,
I have installed a tap prior to the dechlorination equipment in order to test the C12 unit's
effectiveness. We will monitor C12 residuals more closely.
Please contact my office if you need more information.
Sincerely,
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Aubrey L. Deaver
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A & D Water Service, Inc.
P.O.Box 1407 PisgahForest, NC 28768 828-884-9772 Fax [phone]
March 5, 2007
Mr. Roger Edwards
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: NOV 2007-MV-001 1
Dear Mr. Edwards,
I will endeavor to monitor the reports I approve more closely in the future.
As stated in previous correspondence, Robert Orr is no longer employed by A&D
Maintenance, Inc.
Please contact my office if you need more information.
Sincerely,
Aubrey L. Deaver
MAR
7 2007
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March 5, 2007
Mr. Roger Edwards
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Hwy 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
RE: NOV 2006-MV-0115
Dear Mr. Edwards,
Please be advised that Robert Orr, the ORC at Sapphire Lakes during the time of the
violation is no longer employed by A&D Maintenance, Inc.
I believe this action alone will correct many of Sapphire Lakes NOV's.
Please contact my office if you need more information.
Sincerely,
Aubrey L. Deaver
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ASHE`J�LLE RiECICi\;;:,!- 0."13E
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION, SECTION F'z * ,
February 19, 2007
Mr. Aubrey Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc.
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit number. NCO059421
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on February 14, 2007. The facility was found to be in compliance with
permit NC0059421.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff have any questions, please call meat 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely,
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Wesley Royal, ORC
Central Files
NoorthCarolina
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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/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 NI 2 151 31N00059421 111 121 07/02/14 117 181 CI 191 SI 201
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Remarks
211IIIIII.IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----------------- ---- ---- Reserved ------------- ----
67I 1.0 169 70 13 I 711 I 721 NJ 73 I 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)
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
01:20 PM 07/02/14
02/10/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
1600 US Hwy 64 W
Sapphire NC 28774
01:50 PM 07/02/14
07/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
William Wesley Royal/ORC/828-884-9557/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Darnall W Boyd,PO Box 130 Sapphire NC 28774//828-966-9200/828966406gntacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance ■ Records/Reports ■ Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review ■ Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
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/
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.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont. 1
3I NCO059421 I11 12I 07/02/14 I17 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on
11-30-2006 by Don Price.
The permit expires on 8-31-2007, please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
The aeration basin process control data was as follows on the day of the inspection.
Temperature = 8.7 degrees Celcius
Dissolved Oxygen = 7.0 mg/I
Tip: The ideal level for dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin is generally 1 to 3 mg/l. Seasonal changes in
temperature require the adjustment of the aeration timer to achieve ideal dissolved oxygen levels.
Settleable Solids = 200 ml/I = 20%
Tip: Using the settleability test, the return sludge pumping rate is usually set so that the flow rate is
approximately equal to the percentage volumes occupied by the settleable solids from the aeration basin
after settling for 30 minutes in a settleometer. For example, a settleability of 30% would generally indicate a
recommended return sludge pumping rate of 30%.
Having the percent settleable solids (i.e. 30%) the same as the percent return sludge pumping rate (i.e.
30%), allows for the solids balance in the plant to be maintained. If the plant cannot handle that return
sludge pumping rate, then wasting is probably recommended.
pH = 6.8 units
The effluent data was as follows on the day of the inspection.
Dissolved Oxygen = 4.6 mg/I
Temperature = 6.4 degrees Celcius
Chlorine = < 20 ug/I
pH = 6.9 units
Wesley Royal & Angie McCall, the contract operators, were on -site during the inspection.
The effluent appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with permit limits.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained. The operators are doing a good job.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO059421 Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant VVVVTP #1
Inspection Date: 02/14/2007 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 ■ n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■ n n n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑ ■ 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 ❑ 01
Comment:
Equalization Basins
Yes No NA NE
Is the basin aerated?
■nnn
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
® ❑ ❑ n
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
® n n fl
Are all pumps present?
® n n n
Are all pumps operable?
® n n n
Are float controls operable?
n fl ® n
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
® n n n
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
®n n ❑
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
®n n n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑ n ® n
Are the diffusers operational?
a
■ n n n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
® n O ❑
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■ n 1-1 n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■ n n n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
❑ n ■ n
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
®❑ n ❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
■ n n n
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Permit: NCO059421
Inspection Date: 02/14/2007
Secondary Clarifier
Are weirs level?
Is the site free of weir blockage?
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
Is scum removal adequate?
Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant wWTP #1
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
Is the drive unit operational?
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/ of the sidewall depth)
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Yes No NA NE
■nnn
■❑❑❑
■nnn
■❑nn
■❑❑❑
■n❑n
Tablet
■❑o❑
Yes No NA NE
■n❑n
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Permit: NCO059421 Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Inspection Date: 02/14/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Page # 5

North Carolina Department of
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
)nment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
February 19, 2007 FM M E
Ken Wheat U u r c u z- 1 /-uU/ LJ
A&D Water Service Inc t '
PO Box 1407`
'� "` WATER QUALITY SECTION
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407 ; ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
d. .. A
Civil Penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LM-2007-0004
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 5103 in the amount of $226.82 received
from you dated February 13, 2007. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied
against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits. '
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083 Ext. 539.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Bryan
cc: C-DW�i �Ashev`ille Regtonal!_O.ffice-Super-uisor�'
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone] Customer Service 1 800 623-7748
No `hCarolina
,Nrta�ura!!y

5103
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A & ® WATER SERVICE, INC.. `° Community Bank
P.O. BOX 1407 66-1167/531
PISGAH FOREST, NC 28768 \
2/13/2007
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PAY
TO THE NCD ENR-Division of Water Quality 226,82
ORDER OF ** . ...
Two Hundred Twenty -Six and 82/100****************************************************************************** DOLLARS'
NCDENR-Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center 8
Raleigh, NC. 27699-1617
MEMO. A RIZED SIGNATURE
NCO059421
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bF W ATF Michael F. Easley, Governor
R�.: William G. Ross Jr.,.Sect�tary
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\Q (� North Carolina Department of Environtit,;.ment and Natural Resources
[ , AlarUllv. Klimel�,. Director
'I 1 rvision o Wale.; Quality
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Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
P..O. Box 130
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
February 14, 2007
7006 0 0005 2459 6516
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION.
NOV-2007-LV-0092
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1.'8 monitoring report for June 2006 showed.the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-
06/20/06
400 #/100ml
600 #/100ml
Daily
FC Broth,44.5C
;
Maximum
Exceeded
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 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Cc: WQ Asheville Files Asheville Regional Office
WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra, Enforcement Files
Aubrey Deaver/ORC, A&D. Maintenance
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748
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William G. Ross Jr.,. Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
February 14, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED - 7006 2150 0005 2459 6516
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
P.O. Box 130
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0092
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for June 2006 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-
06/20/06
400 #/100ml
600 #/100ml
Daily
FC Broth,44.5C
Maximum
Exceeded
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 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
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Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra, Enforcement Files
Aubrey Deaver/ORC, A&D Maintenance
NoIlrthCarolina
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 Natur91i

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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
February 14, 2007 T
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 2150 0005 2459 6523
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
P.O. Box 130 -
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0093
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Dear Mr. Wheat:
Transylvania County
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for August 2006 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Solids, Total Suspended %
08/08/06
45 mg/I
50 mg/I
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
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 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
A�, 1 t
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra, Enforcement Files
Aubrey Deaver/ORC, A&D Maintenance
----2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748
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Michael P. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
SURFACE WATER PRO
February 14, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 2150 0005 2459 6523
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
P.O. Box 130
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
Dear Mr. Wheat:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
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Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0093
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for August 2006 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Solids, Total Suspended
08/08/06
45 mg/I
50 mg/I
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
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 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
J
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra, Enforcement Files
Aubrey Deaver/ORC, A&D Maintenance
No�rthCarolina
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer.Service 877-623-6748 �7atCarol�n

Michael F. Easley, Governor
',Wtlliam,C Ross k-,zSecretary
North Carolina Department of `EnvironMent nd tural Re .4.yrG
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Alan ps
KliLek�P.E. iiZctor
D isioyeterMtialily
~Asheville Regional Office
Surface Water Protection
February 7, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 2150 0005 2459 6905
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
P. O. Box 130
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
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 Permit NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant- WWTP #1
Case No. LM-2007-0004
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $226.82
($100.00 civil penalty + $126.82 enforcement costs) against Sapphire Lakes Utility Company.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Sapphire Lakes Utility Company for the month of July
2006. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitation for
Fecal Coliform bacteria and the monitoring requirements for Total Residual Chlorine found in
NPDES Permit NC0059421. The violations which occurred in July 2006 are summarized in
Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059421 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 Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment
against Sapphire Lakes Utility Company:
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone: [phone] FAX:[phone] Customer Service 1- 800 623-7748

I of 1 violation of G.S. 143-215. 1 (a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
100.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for Fecal Coliform.
4 Of 4 violations of G.S. 143-215. 1 (a)(6) and NPDES Permit
0.00 No.NC0059421, for failure to monitor Total Residual Chlorine
2x/week.
$100.00 TOTAL C1VIL PENALTY
$126.82 Enforcement Costs
$226.82 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 days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (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:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
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 Quality 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 the Division of Water Quality 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 Quality also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with 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 original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office
of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the
document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days
following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings
is:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to:
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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 of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
`�
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
h�ville File�w/t3a
WQ Central Files w/ attachments
Bob Guerra, Enforcement Files w/ attachments
Aubrey Deaver/A&D Maintenance w/ attachments

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LM-2007-0004 County: Transylvania
Assessed Party: Sapphire Lakes Utility Company #1
Permit No.: NC0059421. Amount Assessed: $226.82
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 applies. 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:

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADNIINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
SAPPHIRE LAKES UTILITY COMPANY ) STIPULATION OF FACTS
PERMIT NO. NCO059421 ) FILE NO. LM-2007-0004
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $226.82 for violations as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated February 7, 2007, 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 Quality 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
TELEPHONE
SIGNATURE
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ATTACHMENT A
A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER: LM-2007-0004
PERMIT: NCO059421
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
COUNTY: Transylvania
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$10D,00 7-2006
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
07/27/06
Weekly
#/100ml 400
600
50.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Monitoring Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$.00 7-2006
001
Effluent
CHLORINE
07/08/06
2 X week
ug/I
Frequency Violation
$.00 7-2006
001
Effluent
CHLORINE
07/15/06
2 X week
ug/I
Frequency Violation
$.00 7-2006
001
Effluent
CHLORINE
07/22/06
2 X week
ug/I
Frequency Violation
$.00 7-2006
001
Effluent
CHLORINE
07/29/06
2 X week
ug/I
Frequency Violation
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' DIVISION OF W QUALITY -CIVIL PENALTY AS�L�SS'1CIENT (FILE)
Violator: Sapphire Lakes Utility Company (WWTP # 1)
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LM-2007-0004
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;
The facility's daily maximum value for Fecal.Coliform bacteria exceeded the permit limitations by
50% on July 27, 2006. In addition, A & D Water Service, Inc. failed to monitor for Total Residual
Chlorine during the weeks of July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2006, as required in the NPDES permit.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
The Fecal Coliform bacteria concentration from the sample collected of the effluent on July 27,
2006, was sufficiently high to cause the facility to violate the permitted daily maximum
concentration of 400 colonies/100 ml. In addition, A & D Water Service, Inc. failed to monitor for
Total Residual Chlorine during the weeks of July 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2006, as -required in the NPDES
permit.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
Damage to the receiving stream was not quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost of rectifying the damage is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance is the cost associated with
operational adjustments and/or chemical usage.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.
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
During the period 7/01/2005 through 6/30/2006, there were 5 NOVs and 1
enforcement for $325.00.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$126.82
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Surface Water Protection
Asheville Regional Office

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All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements El
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
and a time -!cable for improvements tobe made.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance
with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry
of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Sapphire Lakes I
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A & D Maintenance, Inc. Signature ofPermittee** , Date
P.O. Box 14 0 7 . (Required)
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
Permiace Address
Phone Number
Permit Exp. Date
828-884-9772
PARAMETER CODES
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Temperature
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Oil & Grease , . 00951
Total Fluoride
01067
Nickel
50060 Total
00076
Turbidity'
00600
Total Nitrogen. ,' 01002
Total Arsenic
01077
Silver
Residual
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Color (Pt -Co)
00610
Ammonia Nitrogen
01092
Zinc
Chlorine
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Color (ADMI)
00625
Total Kjeldhal 01027
Cadmium
01105
Aluminum
Nitrogen
W095
Conductivity
(X)300
Dissolved Oxygen
(XJ310
BOD5
4)340
COD
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pH
(X)530
Total Suspended
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01034 Chromium
00665
'Total Phosphorous
00720
Cyanide
00745
Total Sulfide
00927
Total Magnesium
00929
Total Sodium
00940
Total Chloride
01037
Total Cobalt
01042
Copper
01045
Iron
01051
Lead
01062
Molybdenum
01147:
Total Selenium
31616
Fecal Coliform
32730
Total Phenolics
34235
Benzene
34481
Toluene
38260
MBAS
39516
PCBs
50050
Flow
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
81551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
�hc Water Quality Section's web site at h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wqs and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director >
_ =1 Division of Water Quality
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION h
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company
P.O. Box 130 -
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
Dear Mr. Wheat:
January 29, 2007
7006 2160 0005 2459 6746
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-MV-0011
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
A review of Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1's monitoring report for May 2006 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Temperature, Water °C
05/20/06
5x/week
Failure to monitor
Temperature, Water °C
05/27/06
5x/week
Failure to monitor
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. It was also noted that the Facility
Status box was marked "Compliant" when,in fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant."
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 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
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1) ORC & Back-up ORC designations- most recent BIMS and TACU hard
copy have Aubrey Deaver as ORC and Tom Kilpatrick as Back-up.
Historical hard copies show Robert Orr as ORC until June 2006. DMR's
submitted since June 2006 have Aubrey Deaver signing as ORC.
2) NOV issued as result of on -site inspection on Aug. 23, 2006. NOV for O&M
and Record keeping. One Blower out of service during inspection, no report
regarding blower operation. NOV response not received in ARO as of Show
cause meeting.
3) Uncertifiedoperator visiting plant for past 3 months, on a daily basis, and
the certified ORC visiting behind her, 1/week.
4) Does Mr. Deaver understand the Operator rules and requirements?

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Mr. Aubrey L. Deaver
A & D Maintenance, Inc.
Post Office Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, North Carolina 28768-1407
Subject: Show Cause Meeting
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
NPDES Permit No. NCO059421
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
This letter is to notify you the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality is
requesting you attend a show cause meeting concerning the operation, maintenance, and record
keeping for Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Permit number NCO059421 located in Transylvania County.
It has come to staff attention in the Asheville Regional Office that concerns were noted
regarding data reported on Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1 NPDES Permit monthly discharge monitoring
reports, and observations made during the most recent Compliance Sampling Inspection conducted
on August 23, 2006. Environmental Testing Solutions is listed as the certified laboratory and you
are listed as the Operator in Responsible Charge for this facility.
You are requested to bring all information necessary to explain operation, maintenance, and
reporting for Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1 for the past three (3) years in accordance with NCAC T15A
02B .0506 (c) (3). This is to include all Logs, and Process Control Bench sheets.
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This Show Cause Meeting will be held in the conference room at Asheville Regional Office at
10:00 AM on October 2, 2006. Based on the information provided at this meeting a decision will be
made as weather or not to refer this issue to the Chairman of the Water Pollution Control System
Operators Certification Commission.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Donald R. Price at
828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards
Regional Supervisor, Surface Water Protection
Division of Water Quality
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
September 15, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 3110 0003 5474 0189
Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc
PO Box 130
Sapphire NC 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION -
RECOMMENDATION FOR
ENFORCEMENT
NOV-2006-PC-0398
Compliance Sampling Inspection
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Permit No. NCO059421
Transylvania County
Dear Mr Wheat:
Enclosed please find a copy of the report from the inspection conducted August 23, 2006 by
James Reid and Don Price of the Asheville Regional Office. The treatment facility was found to be in
violation of Permit NCO059421 for the following:
Inspection Area
Compliance Issue
Aeration Basin
Dissolved oxygen was 0.0 mg/I; Residents and management
were complaining of odor from the facility.
Settleable Solids
30-minute settleable solids were 930 ml/I
Equalization Basin
One of the float controls was hanging out of the equalization
basin; basin was operating in a manner that created surges
Operator Visits
An un-certified "operator" stated that she had been operating .
the plant for approximately 3 months and that the certified
operator visited once per week. The operator -in -responsible -
charge is required to visit "daily".
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Compliance Issue .
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Part II.C.2 of the facility's permit requires proper operation of all
Operate
facilities and systems. A dissolved oxygen concentration of
zero, settleable solids of 930 ml/I, a sludge blanket of 7-9 feet
in depth, and strong odors demonstrated failure to properly
operate.
Reporting
The NC Administrative Code [15A.02B.0506(a)(2)] requires
reporting of any failure that renders the facility incapable of
adequate treatment. No such report was received from
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company. ..
Operational Log
State Regulation (15A.NCAC.0506) requires maintenance of
an operational log demonstrating visitation at the proper
frequency, documentation of proper process control and
notification to the owner in writing of conditions that need
corrective action by the owner.
Please refer to the enclosed Inspection Report for any additional observations and
comments.
The Asheville Regional Office is considering preparation of an enforcement action for the
violations of permit conditions and regulations. Carefully review these violations and
deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within fifteen 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. Your explanation will be reviewed and if an enforcement action is
still deemed appropriate, your explanation will be forwarded to the Director with the enforcement
package for his consideration. If there are questions, please contact James Reid or Don Price at
telephone number 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 1 51 31 NC0059421 Ill 121 06/08/23 117
181 C1 191 S1 201 11
Remarks
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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)
12:00 P61 06/08/23
02/10/01
Sapphire Lakes TWITP ill
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
1600 US Hwy 64 W
Sapphire NC 28774
01:20 PIA 06/08/23
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Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Tities(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Aubrey Lewis Deaver/ORC/628-884-9772/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Darnall W Boyd,PO Boy. 130 Sapphire NC 28" 4//a28-966-9200/8289664068I
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit N Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
® Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Names) and Sig e(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4651/
James R Reid , 7�(�7�p�/9
Don Price - ARO WQ//828-296-450e%
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EPA Form A60-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1
NC00594_21 I11 12I 06/05 /23 117 18I G I
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Aeration basin was barely mixed at the beginning of the inspection; the initial aeration basin oxygen
concentrations (at three points across the basin) were each zero. After 30 minutes of aeration time the
oxygen concentration in the basin rose to 0.12 mg/l. Timer was set at 30-on; 45-off. DWQ had not
received notification of the aerator's failure; furthermore, the operator had not manually swithced to the fully
functional blower.
Despite the residents' and management' complaints of odor from the-pfiaht, there was no aeration in the flow
equalization basin; one of the float controls was hanging out of the equalization basin; the operator could
not explain the float being out of the basin. The equalization basin pumps were set so that they created
surge flows into the aeration basin.
Observations suggested that lime had been added to the facility to increase settleability prior to the
inspectors' arrival.
An un-certified individual (Angie McCall of A&D Maintenance, Inc.) arrived (after receipt of a call from
Sapphire Lakes' personnel) and stated that she had been operating the facility for approximately 3 months
and that Aubrey Deaver (the designated ORC) visited the facility approximately once per week.
Ms. McCall stated the blower problem (resulting in the above described aeration basin oxygen
concentrations of zero) had existed for "a couple of days". Mr. Deaver was unavailable for consultation as
he was stated by Ms. McCall to be on vacation.
Page # 2

Permit: N00059421 Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Inspection Date: 08/23/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ❑ ■ ❑ f_1
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: Had the operator measured settleable solids and dissolved oxygen,
problems discovered by the inspectors would have been obvious to the operator who
could have implemented remedial actions.
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Secondary Clarifier
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Permit: NCO059421 Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Inspection Date: 08/23/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? ■
Is the drive unit operational? fl ❑ ■ ❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)? ■ I1 ❑ ❑
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? ■ 0 ❑ ❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth) ❑ ■ ❑ ❑
Comment: The sludge blanket was near the top of the clarifier; sludge judge indicated
a blanket depth of 7-9 feet. The 30 minute settleable solids were 930 ml/I (explaining
the measured sludge blanket).
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
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Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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the aeration basin. Why had the "operator' not switched to the functional blower?
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CO R illiam G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc 1 _,
PO Box 130
Sapphire, NC 28774
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
Case Number: LM-2006-0034
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 11502 in the amount of $325.00 received
from you dated September 11, 2006. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment
levied against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way
precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes,
Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-733-5083 Ext. 539.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Bryant
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Dear Mr. Edwards:
PSEP - 8 2006
WATER QUALITY SECTION
A --IEViLLE REGIONAL OFFICE
A&D Maintenance, Inc. has replaced the operator at this facility. The current operations
staff has been advised of the previous problems & trained to follow the permit
requirements.
I can be contacted at 828-884-9972.
Sincerely,
Aubrey L. Deaver

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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
July 19, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 00013553 1190
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
PO Box 130
Sapphire, NC 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LM-0022
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
A review of Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1's monitoring report for October 2005 showed the
following violations:
Parameter .
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Fecal Coliform,
10/12/05
400 colonies
600 colonies
Daily Maximum
MF, M-FC Broth,
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/100ml
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44.5 degrees Celcius
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow, in conduit or
10/08/05
Continuous
Failure to monitor
thru treatment plant
Flow, in conduit or
10/09/05
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Failure to monitor
thru treatment plant
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Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
July 19, 2006
Page 2 of 2
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.
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 Wanda Frazier at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
The Asheville Regional Office currently has on staff a Wastewater Treatment Consultant
to offer technical assistance to Wastewater Treatment Plants and Collection Systems with
operational concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and
correction of operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation
of WWTP and/or Collection Systems. Should you have questions about this service, please
contact Don Price at 828-296-4500 extension 4656.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Enclosure
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
July 19, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 00013553 1183
Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
PO Box 130
Sapphire, NC 28774
Dear Mr. Wheat:
Asheville Regional Office
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Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-MV-0125
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Transylvania County
A review of Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1's monitoring report for December 2005 showed
the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Dissolved Oxygen
12/10/2005
Weekly
Failure to monitor
Dissolved Oxygen
12/17/2005
Weekly
Failure to monitor
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.
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Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
July 19, 2006
Page 2 of 2
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 Wanda Frazier at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
The Asheville Regional Office currently has on staff a Wastewater Treatment Consultant
to offer technical assistance to Wastewater Treatment Plants and Collection Systems with
operational concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and
correction of operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation
of WWTP and/or Collection Systems. Should you have questions about this service, please
contact Don Price at 828-296-4500 extension 4656.
Sincerely,
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Surface Water Protection Section
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
July 20, 2006
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Mr. Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
PO Box 130
Sapphire, NC 28774
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 Permit NC0059421
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Case No. LM-2006-0034
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Ken Wheat:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $325.00
($225.00 civil penalty + $100.00 enforcement costs) against Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc. for the month of November
2005. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or
monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0059421. The violations which occurred in
November 2005 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO059421 and C.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 Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the
Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the
Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Sapphire Lakes Utility
Company Inc.:
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ATTACHMENT A
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc
CASE NUMBER: LM-2006-0034
PERMIT: NCO059421 FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1 COUNTY: Transylvania REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING OUTFALL/ VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED % OVER
PENALTY REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00
11-2005
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
11/17/05
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50.00
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$100.00
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Monitoring
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PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
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LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
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I of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$100.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FECAL
COLIFORM.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$100.00 NC0059421, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for TOTAL
SUSPENDED SOLIDS.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$25.00 NC0059421, failure to monitor in accordance with permit for daily
TEMPERATURE.
$225.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$100.00 Enforcement Costs
$325.00 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 days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. ' Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (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.
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for
such request:
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 vi6lation(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 Quality 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 the Division of Water Quality 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 Quality also requests that you complete
and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the
following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an
administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings.
You must file the petition with 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 original and
one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may
be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative

Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed. transmission. The mailing address for the
Office of Administrative Hearings is:
and
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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 me or Wanda Frazier of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
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Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LM-2006-0034 County: Transylvania
Assessed Party: Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
Permit Number: NC0059421 Amount Assessed: $325.00
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 applies.
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 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) AHMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
SAPPHIRE LAKES UTILITY COMPANY INC. 1
PERMIT NUMBER NCO059421. ) FILE NUMBER LM-2006-0034
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $325.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment
document of the Division of Water Quality dated July 20, 2006, 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 Quality 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 720
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

DIVISION OF WQUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY AS"ENT (FILE)
Violator: Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc.
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LM-2006-0034
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors set out
in 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;
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 is not quantifiable. All limits of the permit are considered to
impact water quality.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
There were two daily maximum limit exceedences. One was for fecal coliform and one was. for total
suspended solids, which exceeded the permit limit by 50% on 11/17/2005 and 24.44% on 11/21/2005,
respectively. In addition, there was a monitoring frequency failure for weekly temperature on
11/05/2005.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality was not measurable at the
time of the violation.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost of rectifying the damage is the amount saved by not making chemical additions or
operational changes.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved by noncompliance is not known.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation did not appear to be willful or intentional.
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
During the previous year, there have been three other NOVs issued for daily maximum permit limit
exceedences. One was for total suspended solids (122% over the limit) on 4/13/2005, one for total
residual chlorine (96% over the limit) on 6/21/2005 and one for fecal coliform (50% over the limit) on
10/12/2005.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
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Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 130
Sapphire, North Carolina 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-MV-0115
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Mr.Wheat:
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Parameter
Date
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Frequency
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Nitrogen, Ammonia Total
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Frequency Violation
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
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any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
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Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc
PO Box 130
Sapphire NC 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LV-0269
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Transylvania County
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within 30 working day 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 Mr. James Reid at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
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P. O. Box 1407 Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
Roger Edwards
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2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC, 28778
January 17, 2006
RE: NOV
Sapphire Lakes Utilities
NPDES NCO059421
Dear Mr. Edwards:
This will acknowledge receipt of you NOV letter dated 1-4-06. The damaged floc returned to
normal in about 2 days.
The failure to notify your office of abnormal conditions was an oversight by our Operator. The
Operator has been reminded of this permit requirement.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me a 828-884-9772 (office) or 828-507-
9853 (cell).
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January 4, 2006
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Ken Wheat
Sapphire Lakes Utility Company Inc
PO Box 130
Sapphire NC 28774
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Permit No. NCO059421
Transylvania County
Dear Mr. Wheat:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Inspection Report from the inspection conducted
November 17, 2005. The Compliance Evaluation Inspection was conducted by James R. Reid and
Starr Silvis of the Asheville Regional Office. The treatment facility was found to be in violation of
Permit NCO059421 for the following:
Inspection Area Compliance Issue
Effluent Results The effluent BOD was 51 mg/I; TSS was 180 mg/l; Fecal was
4100.
Reporting Part II.E.9 of the permit requires the facility to report abnormal
conditions.
The operator's log contained an entry for November 16, 2005 stating that floc was dead;
the facility representative (Mr. Scotty Ruff) stated that a foreign substance had entered the plant.
Part II.E.9 of the permit requires.the permit holder to notify the Division of Water Quality both
verbally and in writing of such occurrences. No such notification has been received concerning
the event of November 16-17, 2005. Please refer to the enclosed Inspection Report for any
additional observations and comments.
Each violation of a permit limitation or condition subjects the permit holderto the possibility of
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receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken or
planned to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If there are questions, please contact Mr.
James Reid or Ms. Starr Silvis at 828/296-4500.
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Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved:
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I tat 2 15I 31 NC0059421 111 121 05/11/17 117 181 CI 19I SI 201
Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 61 QA — --- ---- ---- Reserved -------- ------------
67 I 169 70I_j 711 I 72 I q I 73 LLJ 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)
Sapphire Lakes WWTp $1
02:00 PM 05/11/17
021'10/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
1600 US Hwy 64 W
Sapphire NC 28374
03:00 PM 05/11/17
07/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Rep resentative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
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Robert E. Orr/ORC/828-884-9772/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
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Darnall W Boyd,PO Box 130 Sapphire NC 28774//828-956-9200/8289664068 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit ■Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signatt�re(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
James R Reid\_r;%� Qom. ARO tlQ//828-296-4500 rxt.4651/
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Inspection was conducted with a representative of the owner; the operator is a contractor.
All basins in the system contained a chocolate -brown, turbid liquid identical in appearance to the effluent
stream. The 7 minute settleable solids in the aeration basin were 350 ml/l; the supernant was extremely
cloudy. AThe operator's log indicated receipt into the plant of a foreign substance on November 16 (day
preceeding inspection). The foreign material was stated to have caused the upset condition in the plant.
Effluent sample results (grab):
Parameter Sample Value Permit Limit
BOD 51 mg/I 45.0 mg/I (da max)
TSS 180 mg/I 45.0 mg/I (da max)
Fecal 4100 counts 400 counts
Page # 2

Permit: NCO059421
Inspection Date: 11/17/2005
Owner - Facility: Sapphire Lakes WWTP #1
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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7 Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100ml Color: pH 7.6 82
8 Residue: Total 500 mg/l Cyanide 720
Volatile 505 mg/1 Fluoride 951
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P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/I
Cd-Cadmium 1027 ug/1
Cr-Chromium:Total1034 ugA
Cu-Copper 1042 ug/1
Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/I
Pb-Lead 1051 ug/I
Zn-Zlnc 1092 ug/I
Ag-Sliver 1077 ug/l
AI -AI'- m 1105 ug/I
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Ca -Calcium 916 mg/I
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Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case Number: LV-2017-0289 i �e
ASSESSMENT FACTORS COPY
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 Daily Max BOD exceeded the permit limit by 24.44%.
One Daily Max TRC exceeded the permit limit by 132.14%.
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 has been one civil penalty enforcement in the twelve months prior to this violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$118.68
Date G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

Certified Mail # 70161370 00016572 0051
Return Receipt Requested
October 10, 2017
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
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. NCO059421
A&D Water Service Inc
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LV-2017-0289
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $318.68 ($200.00 civil penalty +
$118.68 enforcement costs) against A&D Water Service Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the Discharge Monitoring Report
(DMR) submitted by A&D Water Service Inc for the month of June 2017. 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. NC0059421. The
violations, which occurred in June 2017,.are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service Inc violated the terms, conditions or
requirements ofNPDES WW Permit No. NCO059421 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 A&D
Water Service Inc:
State bf North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

$100.00 . 1 of the 1 violations of 143-215.1(a)(6) and Permit No.N00059421, by
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for BOD - Cone.
$100.00 1 of the 1 _violations of 143-215.1 a 6 and Permit No.N00059421, by discharging -waste
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for CHLORINE.
$200.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$118.68 Enforcement Costs
$318.68 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

a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for. such
e be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may
elate 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) dLays 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

for an administrative
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an a
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the pet'
the 6ffice of Administrative Hearings within thirty (3 d)hays of receipt o this notice. A petition's considered file
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 § 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:
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
G:SNVW,WQ\Transylvania\Wastewaterlitilinors\Sapphire takes WWTP 41 5942 hLV-1017-0289.rtf

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
IpsesseudmParty:
ber: LV-2017-0289 County: Transylvania
A&D Water Service Inc/ Sapphire Lakes #1
Permit No.: NC0059421 Amount Assessed: $318.68
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 maybe 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. 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
A&D Water Service Inc
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP 0
PERMIT NO. NCO059421
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRI
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
CASE NO. LV-2017-0289
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $318.68 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division
of Water Resources dated October 10, 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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MIT: NC0059421
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 -Effluent
Violation • Report
Date Month/Yr Parameter
ATTACHMENT A
A&D Water Service Iric
CASE NUMBER: LV-2017-0289
REGION: Asheville
COUNTY: Transylvania
Unit of Limit Calculated % Over Violation Penalty
Frequency Measure Value . Value Limit Type Amount
6/15/2017 6-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. Weekly mg/I 45 56 24.4 Daily $100.00
C) - Concentration Maximum
Exceeded
6/8/2017 6-2017 Chlorine, Total 2 X week ug/1 28 65 132.1 Daily $100.00
Residual Maximum
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- 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 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. .
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. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,
and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by
Consent.
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 or to' apply for an SOC, 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
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Certified Mail # 7016 1370 00016571 7259
Return Receipt Requested
August 18, 2017
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0567
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
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A review of the June 2017 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 Chlorine, Total Residual 6/8/2017 28 65 Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 6/15/2017 45 56 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0310)
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 WW Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of
not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or
fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

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 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.
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. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,
and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by
Consent.
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 or to apply for an SOC, 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
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DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
ror: A&D Water Service Inc
tyName:. ' Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP k.
Permit Number: NC0059421
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LV-2017-0261
copy
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;.
Four Daily Max Total Residual. Chlorines exceeded the permit limit by 132%, 100%, 114% & 150%.
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.
$118.68
Date 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 # 7016 1370 0001 65717433
Return Receipt Requested - .
September 05, 2017
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
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. N00059421
A&D Water Service Inc
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LV-2017-0261
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $518.68 ($400.00 civil penalty +
$118.68 enforcement costs) against A&D Water Service Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following -facts: a review has been conducted of the Discharge Monitoring Report
(DMR) submitted by A&D Water Service Inc for the month of May 2017. This review has shown the subject facility to be
irrviolation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES WW Permit No. NC0059421. The
violations, which occurred in May 2017, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service Inc violated the terms, conditions or
requirements of NPDES WW Permit No. NCO059421 and G.S. 143-215.l(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 A&D
Water Service Inc:
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
or: A&D Water Service Inc
cility.Name: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LV-2017-0261
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;.
Four Daily Max Total Residual Chlorines exceeded the permit limit by 132%, 100%, 114% & 150%.
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.
$118.68
Date
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

[VISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
ater Service Inc
pphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Permit Number: NCO059421
County: Transylvania
Case Number: LV-2017-'0261
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;.
Four Daily Max Total Residual Chlorines exceeded the permit limit by 132%, 100%, 114% & 150%.
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 Environmiental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty enforcements in the twelve months prior to this violation.
S) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$118.68
Date
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 # 7016 1370 0001 65717433
Return Receipt Requested
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
September 05, 2017
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. NCO059421
A&D Water Service Inc
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Case No. LV-2017-0261
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $518.68 ($400.00 civil penalty +
$118.68 enforcement costs) against A&D Water Service Inc.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the Discharge Monitoring Report
(DMR) submitted by A&D Water Service Inc for the month of May 2017. 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. NC0059421. The
violations, which occurred in May 2017, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that A&D Water Service Inc violated the terms, conditions or
requirements ofNPDES WW Permit No. NCO059421 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 A&D
Water Service Inc:
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

4 9f the 4 violations of 143-215.1(4)(6) and Permit No.NC0059421, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for CHLORINE.
PK . TOTAL.CIVIL 1PENALTY -.- _....--
118.68 Enforcement Costs
518.68 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

Option 2: Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
request:
Please be aware that a request for remission'is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may 'IN
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

VIf you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with
the Office of"Administiative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. . petition is considered f led
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 §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:
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., Regi nal Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
Ec WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
G:\WR.NVQiTransyk aria:WastewateiliNlinors\Sapphire Lakes W WTP 41 59421ll,V-20I7-026 Lrtf

JUSTIFICATION FOR REIVIISSION REQUEST
.Case Number: LV-2017-0261 County: Transylvania
Assessed Party: A&D Water Service Inc/ Sapphire Lakes #1
Permit No.: NCO059421
Amount Assessed: $518.68
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:

H CAROLINA
COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
IN THE -MATTER. OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
A&D Water Service Inc )
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1 )
PERMIT NO. NCO059421 ) CASE NO. LV-2017-0261
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $518.68 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division
of Water Resources dated September 5.2017, 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
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TELEPHONE
SIGNATURE
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ATTACHMENT A
A&D Water Service Inc
CASE NUMBER: LV-2017-0261
PERMIT: NCO059421 REGION: Asheville
FACILITY: Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP.#1 COUNTY: Transylvania
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 - Effluent
Violation
Report
Unit of
Limit
Calculated
% Over
Violation
Penalty
Date
MonthNr
Parameter
Frequency
Measure
Value
Value
Limit
Type
Amount
5/11/2017
5-2017
Chlorine, Total
2 X week
ugA
28
65
132.1
Daily
$100.00
Residual
Maximum
Exceeded
5/18/2017
5-2017
Chlorine, Total
2 X week
ug/I
28
56
100.0
Daily
$100.00
Residual
Maximum
Exceeded
5/24/2017
5-2017
Chlorine, Total
2 X week
ug/I
28
60
114.3
Daily
$100.00
Residual
Maximum
Exceeded
5/25/2017
5-2017
Chlorine, Total
2 X week
ug/I
28
70
150.0
Daily
$100.00
Residual
Maximum,
Exceeded

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Certified Mail # 7016 1370 0001 6571 9482
Return Receipt Requested
July 19, 2017
Aubrey L Deaver
A&D Water Service Inc
PO Box 1407
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768-1407
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0511
Permit No. NCO059421
Sapphire Lakes Plant WWTP #1
Transylvania County
Dear Permittee:
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Dlrtcfar.:
A review of the May 2017 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
Chlorine, Total Residual
5/11/2017
28
65
Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
5/18/2017
28
56
Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
5/24/2017
28
60
Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
5/25/2017
28
70
Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
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 WW Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of
not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or
fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

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 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.
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.
Your facility was required to begin reporting your Discharge Monitoring Reports electronically by December 21,
2016, using the EDMR system. It is noted that this facility is registered for EDMR: it is time to begin entering
information into the EDMR system.
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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