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P.O. Box 1102 Banner Elk, N.C. 28604
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
MIKE PARKER
DEHNR
INTERCHANGE BLDG.
59 WOODFIN PLACE
ASHEVILLE, NC 28801
SEPTEMBER 18, 1997
DEAR MR. PARKER,
PLEASE FIND BELOW THE LIST OF WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEMS
WHICH WILL NOT HAVE A BOD ANALYSIS FOR THE FIRST WEEK OF
SEPTEMBER. THE LAB INCUBATOR FAILED AND ALL SAMPLES WERE LOST.
GIBBS MOTEL
HARMONY ESTATES
MCDO�.W[E�LENR1:611 S 005
SUGAR HILL TRUCK STOP
GRANDFATHER GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB :_ Y 19 1997
LINVILLE RIDGE
IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO
CONTACT ME.
SINCERELY,
RUSTY TRAMMEL
Quality Services`: Operations, Maintenance, Monitoring & Reporting of
Wastewater & Water Treatment Systems.

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P.O. Box 1102 Bander Elk, N.C. 28604
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
REX WOODY
CAROLINA WATER
BANNER ELK, NC 28604
SEPTEMBER 11, 1997
DEAR MR. WOODY,
THIS LETTER IS TO INFORM YOU THAT ON SEPTEMBER 5, 1997 THE BOD
SAMPLES FOR SUGAR MOUNTAIN COLLECTED ON SEPTEMBER 2ND AND
.)RD, WERE DESTROYED DUE TO INCUBATOR FAILURE.
THE STATE, GARY FRANCIES, WAS NOTIFIED THE MORNING OF THE 5TH.
MR. FRANCIES SAID TO STATE ON THE BACK OF THE DMR'S THE CAUSE OF
NO SAMPLE RESULTS FOR THOSE DATES.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CONTACT US OR GARY FRANCIES
AT 704-251-6208.
WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THAT THIS MAY HAVE
CAUSED YOU.
SINCERELY,
PCJ- _4��
PAUL ISENHOUR
Quality Services': Operations, Maintenance, Monitoring & Reporting of
Wastewater & Water Treatment Systems.

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
ealth and Natural Resources
ision of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
August 19, 1997
Dr. David L. Ricketts
McDowell County Board of Education
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I DEHNR
320 South Main Street
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Permit No. WQ0014284
McDowell County Board Of Education
Middle & High School at U.S. 70 West
Wastewater Collection System
McDowell County
Dear Dr. Ricketts:
In accordance with your application received August 12, 18997, attached is Permit No.
WQ0014284, dated August 19, 1997, to the McDowell County Board of Education for the construction
and operation of the subject wastewater collection extension.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and you shall be subject to
the conditions and limitations as specified in the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted
February 12, 1996 and the attached permit.
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina
as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted for the
construction and operation of approximately 1,224 linear feet of 6 inch gravity sewer to serve 1,400
middle school students at West Junior High School and 800-high school students at McDowell High
School, at U.S. 70 West and the no additional discharge (flow allocated in Permit # WQ0014127) of
collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Marion's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the
application received August 12, 1997, and in conformity with the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Design
Criteria. '
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Marion's
Catawba River Wastewater Treatment Facility (NPDES Permit No. NC0071200) prior to being discharged
into the receiving stream.
This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between the Town of Marion and the
McDowell County Board of Education for the collection and final treatment of wastewater is in full force
and effect.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the
right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of
this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447,
Raleigh, NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
The issuance of this permit 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.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Ms. Thelma Williams at
[phone] extension 524.
Sincere
Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: McDowell County Health Department
Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
NC DPI -Plant Operation Section

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
GRAVITY SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS PERMIT
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the
following specified conditions and limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with the
conditions of the Division of Water Quality Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12,
1996.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the
application and other supporting data.
3. The facilities must be properly maintained and operated at all times.
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change ownership, or
there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be submitted to the Division of
Water Quality accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties involved, and other
supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request will be considered on its
merits and may or may not be approved.
5. Construction of the gravity sewers shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing
utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State.
6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a certification
and a copy of the record drawings (i.e., as constructed plans) must be received from a professional
engineer certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in accordance with the Division of
Water Quality Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996, and other supporting -
materials. Mail the Certification and one (1) copy of the "Record Drawings" to the Water Quality
Permits and Engineering Unit, P.O.-Box 29535, Raleigh, NC 27626-0535. -
7. A copy of the Record Drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for a minimum of five
years from the date of the completion of construction. _
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this general sewer permit or the North
Carolina Gravity Sewer Design Criteria may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the
Division of Water Quality, in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a) to 143-
215.6(c).
9. 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 collection facilities.

10. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone], 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 either of the following:
a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of
adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or
breakage, etc.; or
b. Any failure of a sewer line 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 in letter form within
five (5) days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken
or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
Permit issued this the 19th day of August, 1997.
NORTH C90LINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0014284
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Permit No. WQ0014284
August 19, 1997
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 of this
permit, the certificate of coverage, the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Manual, and other
supporting materials.
Signature
Date
Registration No.
The above Engineer's Certification must be completed and submitted to the address below with one (1)
copy of the "Record Drawings" (i.e., as -constructed plans) of the wastewater collection system This
project shall not be considered complete and allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and the
"Record Drawings" plans have been submitted. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater
collection system prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the
permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions.
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
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Gravity Sewer Installation
McDowell County Jr. & Sr. High .Schools
Prepared for McDowell County Schools
by
Bob DeWeese
Plant Operation Section
NC Department of Public Instruction
301 North Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
919-715-2035

Instructions to Bidders
Bids will be received by the McDowell County Board of Education, Marion, NC, until 2 pm, August 20, 1997,
and then publicly opened and read aloud for:
McDowell County Jr. & Sr. High Schools
Hwy. 70 West
Marion, NC 28752
Each bid must be submitted in a sealed envelope and addressed to:
McDowell County Schools
Central Office
Aft: R. Wayne Silver, Assistant Superintendent
PO Box 130
Marion, NC 28752
Each sealed envelope containing a Bid must be plainly marked on the outside as Bid for renovation work at the
above listed location and the envelope should bear on the outside the name of the bidder, his address, license
number, and the name of the project for which the bid is submitted. If forwarded by mail, the sealed envelope
containing the bid must be closed in another envelope addressed to the Owner at the above address.
All bids must be made on the required form. All blank spaces for bid prices must be filled in, in ink or typed,
and the Bid Form must be completed and executed when submitted. Only one (1) copy of the Bid Form is
required.
The Owner may waive any informalities or minor defects or reject any and all bids. Any bid may be withdrawn
prior to the above scheduled time for the opening of bids or authorized postponement thereof. Any bid received
after the time and date specified shall not be considered. No bidder may withdraw a bid within thirty (30) days
after the actual date or the opening thereof. Should there be reasons why the contract cannot be awarded
within the specified period, the time may be extended by mutual agreement between the Owner and the Bidder.
Bidders must satisfy themselves of the accuracy of the estimated quantities in the bid schedule by examination
of the site and a review of the drawings and specifications including the Addenda. After bids have been
submitted, the bidder shall not assert that there was a misunderstanding concerning the quantities of work or
of the nature of the work to be done.
The contract documents contain the provisions required for the construction of the project. Information obtained
from an officer, agent or employee of the Owner and any other person shall not affect the risks or obligations
assumed by the Contractor or relieve him from fulfilling any of the conditions of the Contract.
The party to whom the contract is awarded shall execute an agreement with the McDowell County Board of
Education to perform the work described in this specification in accordance with all conditions imposed by this
specification.
Each bidder is expected to be experienced with the nature of work and type of materials specified.

INFORMAL CONTRACT
For Gravity Sewer Installation
Jr. & Sr. High Schools
McDowell County Schools Board of Education
Scope of Work: Work consists of installing a 6 inch diameter gravity sewer from the Jr. and Sr. High Schools
complex to the City of Marion's sewer collection system. The work shall include excavating and installing the
following:
1. Approximately 1220 feet of gravity sewer pipe:
a. 1160+- feet of 6" of PVC SDR 35, or equal, and
b. 60 +- feet of 6" ductile iron, or equal, for road crossing.
2. Six precast manholes installed at locations noted on plans:
a. Five shall be typical 48" diameter manholes sized to fit depths and inverts, and
b. One outside drop manhole, 48" diameter, sized to fit depth and inverts as noted on plans.
3. Cleanouts installed per plans. There is a 100 feet maximum distance between cleanouts and/or a manhole.
4. Connecting to Town of Marion's sewer system.
5. Cutting the existing school's sewer system and plugging downstream 8" metal pipe with 18 inches (min) of
grout or motar to provide a watertight seal; and connecting new sewer line to existing manhole as noted on
drawings.
NOTE: The work in Item 5 is to be performed only after scheduling has been arranged with and
approved by the owner. This approval shall allow the schools to function on a known schedule
and the contractor to work on a "dry" line for connection.
6. All sections (between manholes) shall be tested for watertightness to include cleanouts and manholes. All
leaks shall be repaired and retested to meet specifications.
Schedules for accomplishing this project shall be coordinated with McDowell County Schools and shall be
completed by , 1997.
Contractor will be responsible for cleaning of piping after installation. All piping is to be pressure tested and
all leaks repaired.
All work is to be warrantied contractor for a period of one year from date that installation is accepted by
McDowell County Schools. Refer to drawings for other details and notes.
Proposals for this work will be received by R. Wayne Silver, McDowell County Schools, PO Box 130, Marion
NC 28752. Complete plans, specifications, and contract documents will be available from R. Wayne Silver
telephone [phone]. Technical questions should be directed to Bob DeWeese, 919-715-2035.
Contractors are hereby notified that they must have proper license under the State laws governing their
respective trades and that North Carolina General Statute 87 will be observed in receiving and awarding
contracts. A bid bond, performance bond, and payment are not required when the total amount of construction
contracts does not exceed $100,000.

General Conditions
General Instructions
It is understood and agreed that by submitting a bid that the Contractor has examined these contract
documents, drawings and specifications and has visited the site of the Work, and has satisfied himself relative
to the Work to be performed.
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, AND EMPLOYEES
a. The Contractor shall, unless otherwise specified, supply and pay for all labor, transportation, materials,
tools, apparatus, lights, power, heat, sanitary facilities, water, scaffolding, and incidentals necessary
for the completion of his work, and shall install, maintain and remove all equipment of the construction,
other utensils or things, and be responsible for the safe, proper and lawful construction, maintenance
and use of same, and shall construct in the! best and most workmanlike manner, a complete job and
everything incidental thereto, as shown on the plans, stated in the specifications, or reasonably implied
therefrom, all in accordance with the contract documents.
b. All materials shall be new and of quality ;specified, except where reclaimed material is authorized
herein and approved for use. Workmanship shall at all times be of a grade accepted as the best
practice of the particular trade involved, as stipulated in written standards of recognized organizations
or institutes of the respective trades except for qualified by the specifications.
C. No changes shall be made in the Work except upon written approval and order of the Designer/Owner.
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d. Whenever products, materials, or equipment are named in the specifications, the specifications shall
be interpreted to mean an item of material or equipment similar to that named and which is suited for
the same use and capable of performing the same function as that named. Upon notice, the
Contractor shall furnish evidence as to quality of materials.
e. Each Contractor shall obtain written approval from the Owner for the use of substitute products,
materials or equipment claimed as equal to those specified. Such approvals must be obtained as soon
as possible after contract awards and before any materials are ordered.
f. If at any time during the construction and completion of the work covered by these contract documents,
the conduct of any workman of the various crabs be adjudged a nuisance to the Owner or if any
workman be considered detrimental to the work. the Contractor shall order such parties removed
immediately from grounds.
CODES, PERMITS AND INSPECTIONS
a. The Contractor shall give all notice and comply with all laws, ordinances, codes, rules and regulations
bearing on the conduct of the work under this contract. iF the Contractor observes that the drawings
and specifications are at variance therewith, he shall promptly notify the Owner in writing. If the
Contractor performs any work knowing it to be contrary to such laws, ordinances, codes, rules and
regulations, and without such notice to the Owner, he shall bear all cost arising therefrom.
b. All work under this contract shall conform to the North Carolina State Building Code and other state,
local, and national codes as are applicable.
Work will be subject to approval by the State D.O.'. and DEHNR. McDowell County Schools shall be
responsible for obtaining appropriate permit(s) anclor aulhc4ization(s) from DEHNR's Division of Water
Quality to construct a sewer line.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
a. The Contractor shall be responsible for the entire site and the building or construction of the same and
provide all the necessary protections as required by laws or ordinances governing such conditions and
required by the Owner or Designer. He shall be responsible for any damage to the Owner's property,
or that of others on the job, by himself, his personnel or his subcontractors, and shall make good such
damages. He shall be responsible for and pay for any claims against the Owner arising from such
damages.
b. The Contractor shall adhere to the rules, regulations, and interpretations of the North Carolina
Department of Labor relating to Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction
Industry (Titre 29, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1926 published in Volume 39, Number 122, Part
11, June 24, 1974 Federal Register), and revisions thereto as adopted by General Statutes of North
Carolina 95-126 through 155.
C. The Contractor shall provide all necessary safety measures for the protection of all persons on the
work, including the requirements of the A.G.C. Accident Prevention Manual in Construction as
amended, and shall fully comply with all state laws or regulations and North Carolina State Building
Code requirements to prevent accident or injury to persons on or about the location of the work. He
shall clearly mark or post signs warning of hazards existing, and shall barricade excavations, elevator
shafts, stairwells and similar hazards. He shall protect against damage or injury resulting from falling
materials and he shall maintain all protective devices and signs throughout the progress of the work.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
a. The non-discrimination clause contained in Section 202 (Federal) Executive Order 11246, as amended
by Executive Order 11375, relative to Equal Employment Opportunity for all persons without regard to
race, color, religion, sex or national origin, and the implementing rules and regulations prescribed by
the Secretary of Labor, are incorporated herein.
b. The Contractors agree not to discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment
because of physical or mental handicap in regard to any position for which the employees or applicant
is qualified. The Contractor agrees to take affirmative action to employ, advance in employment and
otherwise treat qualified handicapped individuals without discrimination based upon their physical or
mental handicap in all employment practices.
INSURANCE
The Contractor shall not commence work until he has obtained all insurance required, and such insurance has
been approved by the Owner, nor shall the Contractor allow any subcontractor to commence work on his
subcontract until all similar insurance required of the subcontractor has been obtained.
The Contractor shall provide and maintain during the life of this contract Workmans Compensation Insurance
for all employees employed at the site of the project under his contract.
The Contractor shall provide and maintain during the life of this contract such Public Liability and Property
Damage Insurance as shall protect him and any subcontractor performing work covered by this contract, from
claims for damage for personal injury, including accidental death as well as from claims for property damages
which may arise from operations under this contract, whether such operation be by the Contractor himself or
by any subcontractor, or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by either of them and the amounts of such
insurance shall be as follows:
Public Liability Insurance in an amount not less than $300,000 for injuries, including accidental death,
to any one person and subject to the same limit for each person, in amount not less than $500,000 on
account of one accident; and Property Damage Insurance in an amount not less than
$100,000/$300,000.

The Contractor shall furnish such additional insurance as may be required by General Statutes of North
Carolina, including motor vehicle insurance in amounts not less than statutory limits.
Each Certificate of Insurance shall bear the provision that the policy cannot be canceled, reduced in amount
or coverage eliminated in less than fifteen(15) days after mailing written notice to the insured and/or the Owner
of such alteration or cancellation, sent by registered mail.
The Contractor shall furnish the Owner with satisfactory proof of carriage of the insurance required before
written approval is granted by the Owner.
INVOICES FOR PAYMENT
No partial payment will be made unless agreed to in advance. Payment will be made lump sum within thirty
(30) consecutive days after acceptance of the work and the submission both of notarized contractor's affidavit
and four copies of invoices which are to include the contract name.
The contractors affidavit shall state: 'This is to certify that all costs of materials, equipment, labor, and all else
entering into the accomplishment of this contract, including payrolls, have been paid in full."
Executed contract documents, insurance certifications and, upon completion and acceptance of the work,
invoices and other information requested are to be sent:
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
McDowell County Schools
Central Office
PO Box 130
Marion, NC 28752
704-652-4535
It is imperative that contract documents, invoices, etc., be sent only to the above address in order to assure
proper and timely delivery and handling.
CLEANING UP
The Contractor shall keep the building and surrounding area reasonably free from rubbish at all times and shall
remove debris from the site from time to time or when directed to do so by the Owner. Before final inspection
and acceptance of the building, the Contractor shall clean his portion of the work, and remove all trash, excess
materials, etc.
GUARANTEE
The Contractor shall guarantee the materials and workmanship against defect due to faulty materials or faulty
workmanship or negligence for a period of twelve (12) months following the final acceptance of the work.
CONTRACTOR -SUBCONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP
The Contractor agrees that the terms of these contract documents shall apply equally to a subcontractor as
to the Contractor, and that the subcontractor is bound by those terms as an employee of the Contractor.
SUBMITTALS
a. Within ten days after notification of the award of the Contract and written notice to begin work, the
Contractor shall submit to the Architect/Engineer fcc approval a detailed list of equipment and material
which he proposes to use. Items requiring submittal data fcr approval will be noted at this time. Three
(3) sets of submittals data shall be provided for a:flproval.

ADJUST AND CLEAN
a. All equipment and install materials shall be thoroughly clean and free of all dirt, oil, grit, grease, etc.
b. Factory painted equipment shall not be repainted unless damaged areas east. These areas shall be
touched up with a material suitable for intended service. In no event shall name plates be painted.

Bid Form
BIDS FOR: Gravity Sewer Installation
McDowell County Jr. & Sr. High Schools
RETURN TO: Mr. R. Wayne Silver
McDowell County Schools
Central Office
PO Box 130
Marion, NC 28752
704-652-4535
In compliance with the request for bids and subjectto all conditions therefore, the undersigned Contractor offers
and agrees if this bid is accepted 30 days from the opening, to fumish all labor, materials, and equipment as
required to complete the gravity sewer described:
Base Bid
(Words and Figures)
Dollars
Contractors License:
The Bidder further states that he is fully licensed in the State of North Carolina and that all fees, licenses,
permits, etc., pertinent to the submission of the bid have been paid for in full.
Bidder's Name:
Bidder's Address:
Bidder's Telephone No.
By:
Attest:
Title: Title:
(Owner, Partner, or Corporate
President or Vice President Only)
Contractor's License No.:
Date:
(Corporate Secretary or Assistant
Secretary Only)

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment. Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
NON -DISCHARGE PERMIT APPLICATION
GRAVITY SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS
This form may be photocopied for use as an original. Pump Stations, force mains and low pressure sewers
(including S.T.E.P. systems) are not to be included as part of this application package.
Any changes made to the content of this form shall not be allowed and will result in the
application being returned.
This application will not be accepted by DEM unless all of the applicable items- are included
with the submittal.
I. REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST:
Please indicate that you have read the following list of application requirements by. signing your initials in the space provided
next to each item.
Applicant's Initials
1. One original and one copy of the completed and properly executed application form.
2. The appropriate permit processing fee, in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0205(c)(5). The fee for
sewer extensions is $400. The fee for sewer extensions by partially delegated municipalities
(applies only to those governmental jurisdictions that have specific delegation review authority,
as granted by the Division of Environmental Management) is $200.
3. If the owner/authority-of the wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) and/or collection system that will be
accepting the wastewater flow from this project is different from the applicant of the project, then a letter(s)
must be provided from the owner/authority of the WWTF and/or collection system specifying the
volume of flow that will be accepted. The letter(s) should be recent (within one [1] year) and should
refer to the project by the same name as that identified on the application and the plans/specifications.
4. If the application is being submitted in the name of a privately owned public utility, written
documentation must be submitted from the Utilities Commission which demonstrates that the utility
is authorized to hold the franchise for the area to be served. In the case of contiguous service areas,
written documentation must be providea from the Utilities Commission acknowledging these areas
are covered under an existing franchise.
5. One original and two copies of a properly executed Operational Agreement must be submitted if the
sewer extension will be serving single amily residences, condominiums, or town houses AND if the
subject sewer extension is owned by the individual residents, a homeowners association, or a developer.
II. PERMIT INFORMATION: SOC Project: Yes X No.
1. Application Number (will be comple A^ by DEM):
2. Specify whether project is: X new modification.
3. - If this application is being submitted as a result of a modification to an existing permit, please complete:
existing permit number N/A and permit issue date
4. Specify whether the applicant is: public X private.
5. Application Date: July 29 , 1997 6. Fee Submitted: S 400.00
7. County(ies) where project is located: McDowell
8. Applicant's Name (Please specify the name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.):
McDowell County Board of Education
FORM: GSPA 02/96
Page 1 of 4
1,400 copies of this document were printed at a cost of S117.32, or $0.084 per copy.

III. GENERAL, INFORMATION:
1. Print Owners or Signing Official's name and title (the person who is legally responsible for the facility and its compliance):
Dr. David L. Ricketts
2. Mailing address: 320 South Main Street
City: Marion State: NC Zip:
Telephone Number. ( 704 ) 652-4535
28752-0130
3. Project Name (Please specify the name of the subdivision, facility, or establishment. The name should be consistent with
the project name on plans, specifications, letters of flow acceptance, Operational Agreements, etc.):
Middle and High School Sewer to Marion, NC
IV. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
1. Nature of Wastewater: 100 % Domestic/Commercial % Industrial
% Other (specify)
2. Volume of wastewater generated by this project: 28,800 gallons per day,.
3. Explanation of how wastewater volume was determined: 12 GPC/D for middle school
1400
15 GPC/D for high school (800)
4. Name of wastewater treatment facility receiving wastewater. Town of Marion
Owner of wastewater treatment facility: Town of Marion
Facility Permit Number: NC00 or WQ
5. Indicate any parameters (and their concentrations) which will 'be greater than normal domestic levels: N / A
6. If wastewater is not domestic in nature, what level of pretreatment has been provided to ensure protection of the receiving
wastewater treatment facility? N/A
7. If a pretreatment permit is required, has one been issued? Yes No. If Yes, please attach a copy of
the pretreatment permit. If No, when will one be issued?
FORM: GSPA 02/96 Page 2 of 4

V . DESIGN INFORMATION:
1. Summary of GRAVITY SEWER to be permitted, by diameter and length:
Diameter inches
Length(linear feet)
6
1224 +-
2. Are there any sections of the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria or 15A NCAC 2H .0200 with which the subject.
wastewater collection system will not be able to comply? Yes X No. If Yes, please identify and explain:
IMPORTANT:
If you responded Yes to question V.2 above, the completed application package,
including two (2) copies of plans. specifications, supporting information and
anv other materialsshould be submitted for an individual permit.
FORM: GSPA 02/96 Page 3 of 4

VI. CERTIFICATIONS:
Name and Complete Address of Engineering Finn: NCDPI-Plant Operation Section
City:
Raleigh
Telephone Number. ( 919
301 North Wilmington Street
) 715-2035
Professional Engineer's Certification:
State: NC
Zip: 27601
I, Robert P . Bryan, Jr., PE , attest that this application for Gravity Sewer Line to
town of Marion for McDowell Countv Board of Education
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete. I further attest the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the
applicable regulations and the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12,1996. Although certain
portions of this submittal package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under my signature
and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's Seal, Signature, and Date:
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Applicants Certification: a+..us•
I, David L . Ricketts , attest that this application for M; dcllo and copisr.
High Schools Gravity Sewer to Marion, N. C
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package
will be returned toare--4 incomplete. Upon approval and completed construction, I will operate this system in accordance with the
North Carolina w tew r collection permiyruire,r¢nts/j�
Signature
Date
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FORM: GSPA 02/96
Page 4 of 4

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
January 12, 1998
DAVID R. RICKETTS
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION NC 28752
Dear DAVID RICKETTS:
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Subject: Rescission of NPDES Permit
Permit No. NCO067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
McDowell County
Reference is made to your request for rescission of the subject NPDES Permit. Staff
of the Asheville Regional Office have confirmed that this Permit is no longer required.
Therefore, in accordance with your request, NPDES Permit No. NCO067121 is
rescinded, effective immediately.
If in the future you wish to again discharge wastewater to the State's surface waters,
you must first apply for and receive a new NPDES Permit. Operating a wastewater
facility without a valid NPDES Permit will subject the responsible party to a civil penalty
of up to $10,000 per day.
If it would be helpful to discuss this matter further, I would suggest that you contact
the Water Quality staff, Asheville Regional Office at [phone].
Sincerely,
4 (W— d �, -,-�-a�
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: McDowell County Health Department
As 4 - .1, - - Wair-,r 0 iin1Iff Regional Supervisor - w/attachments
Point Source Branch - Dave Goodrich
Operator Training and Certification
Point Source Compliance - Robert Farmer - w/attachments
Mr. Roosevelt Childress, EPA
Central Files - w/attachments
Fran McPherson, DWQ Budget Office
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone],3 FAX [phone]
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Mx. A. Pxesto n Howaxd,
Dixec ioh, Division 0J
PO Box 29535
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McDowell County Schools !�L
Maintenance Department
Po Box ISO
Marion, NC 28752 f
704-652-5504 7M52-5814(fax)
Garvin Trinb, DlreaWr
Subject: Tudnination o� NPDES Pexm.it # NCO067121
west Jx. High and McDowe t High Sehoot
McDowetZ County
Dean Mr. Howard:
Ass of SeptembeA 30, 1997, the McDoweU County Schoot System eeazed d.i�schaxge
and removed the ex izt.ing treatment wo tk. TheAebore, we axe xequesting that
our p enm.i i, NC 0 0 6 712g be te,,un.inated ass o f that date.
We ahe cmAentt y d. z charg.ing to the town o f Manion by a 6-.inch gravity s eweA
that was constructed under peAmit # W00014284 and became operati.ona2 on
OctobeA 1, 1997.
We regret the decay ,in requati.ng the permit termination and any inconvenience
that may have oceured.
14 you have any questions ox need add.iti.onat .in4mnation, pteaze eaU me ox
Mx. Bob DeWeese (919-115-2035) .
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David R. Ricketts
Superintendent
CC: Mike Pa&keA, ARD
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DEC 2 .:i 1997 ,
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NPDES FACILITY AND PERMIT DATA 01/05/98 12:49:03
UPDATE OPTION TRXID 5NU KEY NCO067121
PERSONAL DATA FACILITY APPLYING FOR PERMIT
FACILITY NAME> MCDOi,IELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL H*** COUNTY> MCDOWELL
ADDRESS: MAILING (REQUIRED) LOCATION (REQUIRED)
STREET: PO BOX 130 STREET: 320 S. MH N STREET
CITY: MAR1011 ST NC ZIP 28752 CITY: MARION ST N
TELEPHONE [phone] DATE FEE PAID: 08/03/91 AMOUNT:
STATE CONTACT> BOLD -EN PERSON IN CHARGE GARVIN TRIi`IKS
1=PROPOSED,2=EXIST,3=CLOSED 2 1=MAJOR,2=MINOR 2 1=MUN,2=NON-MUN
LAT: 3541530 LONG: 08202480 N=NEW,M=MODIFICATION,R=REISSUE) R
DATE APP RCVD 08/03/94 WASTELOAD REQS 08/03/94
DATE STAFF REP REQS 09/16/94 WASTELOAD RCVD 08/03/94
DATE STAFF REP RCVD 10/05/94 SCH TO ISSUE 04/01/95
DATE TO P NOTICE 02/15/95 DATE DRAFT PREPARED 02/07/95
DATE OT AG COM
REQS / /
DATE DENIED
DATE OT AG COM
RCVD / /
DATE RETURNED
DATE TO EPA
/ /
DATE ISSUED
04/18/95 RSSI
DATE FROM EPA
/ /
EXPIRATION DATE
04/30/00
FEE CODE ( 4 )
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7=CGP49,73)8=CGP76)9=(GP13,34,30,52)0=(NOFEE)
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COMMENTS: PERMIT
RESCISSION
REQUESTED 971216-RF
MESSAGE: ***
DATA MODIFIED
SUCCESSFULLY ***
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200.00
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Permit No. NCO067121
.STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
McDowell County Schools
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
McDowell Senior High School
on US Highway 70
southwest of Garden Creek
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as the Catawba River in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II,
III, and IV hereof.
The permit shall become effective March 12, 1997.
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on April 30, 2000.
Signed this day March 12, 1997.
Preston Howard, Jr., P.., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Mangement Commission

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Mr. Carroll Hensley
McDowell County Schools
P.O. Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Dear Mr. Hensley:
AM
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March 12, 1997 k3
1
MAR 3 i I01
Subject: Permit Modification - Error'Co
NPDES Permit NCO067121
McDowell Senior High School
McDowell County
The subject permit was issued on April 18, 1995. A review of the permit has identified a typographical
error on the permit cover page. Accordingly, the Division is forwarding this correction to the permit.
Please find enclosed the corrected permit cover page. Replace the original page in your permit with
the newer enclosed sections and discard the original sections. All other terms and conditions contained in the
original permit remain unchanged and in full effect. This permit modification is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement Between North
Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit modification
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, an filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings,
Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7447. Unless such demand is made this decision
shall be final and binding.
If you have any questions, please contact Charles Weaver at [phone] extension 511.
Sincerely,
Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: Central Files
Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Permits and Engineering Unit
Facility Assessment Unit
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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STATE.OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Water Quality
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28802
March 31, 1997
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION NC 28752
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NPDES No. NCO067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
MCDOWELL County
Dear CARROLL HENSLEY:
Review of subject self -monitoring report for the month
of January, 1997 revealed violation(s) of.the following
parameter(s):
Reported Limits
Pipe Parameter Value/Unit Value/Type/Unit
001 00310 BOD 30.10 MG/L 30:00 FIN MG/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be
taken to correct the problem(s). The Division of Water
Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any
additional violations of State Law. If you have questions or if
you need assistance, please call Forrest R. Westall, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor, at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
A
Roy Dav s
Regional Supervisor
CC: Central Files
GKBDEX96/BL

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Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
MR. MICHAEL PARKER
DEHNR
INTERCHANGE BUILDING
59 WOODFIN PLACE
ASHEVILLE, NC 28801
MARCH 6, 1997
SUBJECT: COMPLIANCE SAMPLING INSPECTION-FEBRUARY 6, 1997
McDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
NPDES PERMIT NO. NCO067121
DEAR MR. PARKER,F
IN RESPONSE TO YOUR LETTER. FEBRUARY 26, 1997:
1. WE ARE INVESTIGATING THE LE d:<UNG PLUG T()'SEE<IF-THIS'IS THE�� '•F`'
PROBLEM. WE THINK THE CLOUDY EFFLUENT IS DUE TO STOPPED -UP
LINE BETWEEN AERATION BASIN AND CLARIFIER, WHICH WE HAVE
FOUGHT FOR THE LAST TWO MONTHS. WE HAVE: REMOVED PAPER,
STICKS, CANS, ETC ... WHEN THIS LINE STOPS UP IT OVERFLOWS THE
ENTIRE PLANT INTO THE EFFLUENT, WHICH WE HAVE PUMPED AFTER
CLEAN-UP.
2. LARRY HAS BEEN GIVEN NEW PENS FOR THE FLOW METER, THIS
SHOULD CORRECT THIS PROBLEM.
3. LARRY IS ADDING LIME TO THE AERATION BASIN AT THIS TIME TO
ADJUST THE PH TO A COMPLIANT I1,,�NGE.
IF YOU HAVE ANY FURTHER QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS, PLEASE DO
NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT ME.
SINCERELY,
- MORKTS TRAMMEL,:JR.
CC: WAYNE SILVER
LARRYT-OWNSEND
Quality Services': Operations, Maintenance, Monitoring & Reporting of
Wastewater & Water Treatment Systems

" State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Asheville Regional Office
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
February 26, 1997
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
Assistant Superintendent
McDowell County.Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Status: In Compliance
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
Wastewater Treatment Facility
M owell County
Dear Mr Silver:
A Compliance Sampling Inspection of the wastewater treatment
facility serving McDowell High School was conducted on February 6,
1997. A copy of the inspection report is attached for your
information.
The wastewater treatment facility appeared to be operating
properly and effluent sample results indicate compliance with NPDES
permit limits. Please refer to the inspection report for the sample
results. There were a few items noted during the inspection that
need corrective action and are listed below:
1. The effluent appeared cloudy which may be,due to activated
sludge entering the effluent from a leaking plug in the
sludge return line.
2. The flow meter appeared to be working properly; however, the
pen was not marking on the paper chart.
3. The pH was measured at 5.71 and should be adjusted to comply
with the permit limit of 6.0 to 9.0 s u.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place Ir4w FAX [phone]
N'W*4VC
Asheville, North Carolina 28801An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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R. Wayne Silver
February 26, 1997
Page Two
It is requested that you submit a written response by March 14,
1997, indicating the actions you have taken to correct these
problems.
If you have questions or need assistance, please call me at
704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
pa--4-
Michael R. Parker
Environmental Chemist
Enclosure
xc: Water Quality Services, Inc.
Carroll Hensley

• United State; 'onmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB
No. 2040-0003
PA NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Approval Expires 7-31-85
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN l 2 u 3 NCO067121 11 12 97/02/06 17 18 IS 1 LJ
u
19 IS 1 u 20 u
Remarks
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I I I I
Z' Reserved Facility Evaluation Rating BI QA
Reserved 66
67 1� 69 70 13 I 71 I N I 72 I �J I 73 I I I 174
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75 80
Section B: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SHCOOL
12:53
95/06/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA 28752
1:40
00/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
LARRY TOWNSEND
704-733-3142
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone No.
Contacted
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA 28762
704/652-5504
TNO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection CODES S - Satisfactory M - Marginal U - Unsatisfactory
N - Not evaluated/Not applicable
S
Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
M
Flow Measurement
Laboratory
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Pretreatment
Compliance Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
S
Operations &Maintenance
Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 9
U
N
S
S
S
S
Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
1. THE EFFLUENT APPEARED CLOUDY AND MAY BE THE RESULT OF A LEAKING PLUG IN THE SLUDGE RETURN LINE.
2. THE FLOW METER APPEARED TO BE WORKING PROPERLY WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE PEN NOT MARKING THE
CHART PAPER.
3. THE PH WAS MEASURED AT 5.71 WHICH IS BELOW THE 6.0 LIMIT.
PARAMETERS RESULTS AERATION BASIN
BOD 3.8 MG/L DISSOLVED OXYGEN 0.5 MG/L
TSS 10 MG/L TEMPERATURE 12 C
NH3 11 MG/L 30 MIN. SETT. SOLIDS 42%
FECAL COLIFORM 6/100 ML
PH 5.71 SU
RESIDUAL CHLORINE 1.5 MG/L
DISSOLVED OXYGEN 3.5 MG/L
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telep hone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
DWQ/ARO 704-251-6208
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2`
ign Reviewer
Agency/Office
Date
'
DWQ/ARO 704-251-6208le—
2
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Action Taken
Date
Compliance Status
El Noncompliance
\X Compliance

i iviv yr LINVIKViVME1VTAL MANAGEMENT WATER QUALITY FIELD-vor Lab Use ONLY
LAB FORM (DM1)
COUNTY �t�,111''__
PRIORITY _
SAMPLE TYPE
RIVER BASIN �'
❑AMBIENT [I i1A
❑ STREAM
EFFLUENT
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REPORT TO: A RO MROMRO RRO WaRO WiRO WSRO TS
AT BM
OtherCOMPLIANCE
ElCHAIN
EEMERGENCY
❑ LAKE
INFLUENT
Shipped by. Bus Courier, to , Other
OF CUSTODY
❑ ESTUARY
COLLECTOR(S):
Estimated BOD Range: 0-5/5-25/25-65/40-130 or 100 plus STATION LOCATION:v�pw�il
Seed: Yes No ❑ Chlorinated: Yes No ❑ REMARKS:
Lab Number: / L( :a
Date Received: Cy %
Time:
Rec'd by- From: Bus -Courier and e
DATA ENTRY BY:
CK:
DATE REPORTED:
itation fy! Date-7Begin (yy/mm/dd) Time Begin Date End Time End Depth DM DB DBM I Value Type e Sample Ty e
�:717!�j
� A H L B C GNXX
1
ovva aIV J �7. p mg/l
2
COD High 340 mg/1
3
COD Low 335 mg/I
4
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 / /loomi
C�
5
Coliform: MF Total 31504 /loom]
6
Coliform: Tube Fecal 31615 /loom]
7
Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100m1
8
Residue: Total 500 mg/1
9
Volatile 505 mg/I
10
Fixed 510 mg/1
11
Residue: Suspended 530 ' C) mg/I
12
Volatile 535 m9/1
13
Fixed 540 mg/I
14
pH 403 57.(0 units
15
Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg/1
16
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 mg/I
17
Alkalinity to pH 8.3 415 mg/l
18
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/I
19
TOC 680 mg/I
20
Turbidity 76 NTU
Chloride 940 mg/I
Chi a: Tri 32217 ug/I
Chi a: Corr 32209 ug/I
Pheophytin a 32213 ug/I
Color: True 80 Pt -Co
Color:(pH ) 83 ADMI
Color: pH 7.6 82 ADMI
Cyanide 720 mg/I
Fluoride 951 mg/I
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/I
Grease and Oils 556 mgA
Hardness Total900 mg/I
Specific Cond. 95 uMhos/cm?
MBAS 38260 mg/I
Phenols 32130 ug/I
Sulfate 945 mg/l
Sulfide 745 mg/I
NH3 as N 610 , mg/I
TKN as N 625 m9A
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mgA
P: Total as P 665 mgA
PO4 as P 10507 mg/1
P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/l
Cd-Cadmium 1027 ug/i
CrChromium:Total1034 u9A
Cu-Copper 1042 ug/1
Ni-Nickel 1067 ugA
Pb-Lead 1051 ugA
Zn-Zinc 1092 ugA
A ilver 1077 ugn
Al -Aluminum 1105 ug/I
Be -Beryllium 1012 ug/I
Ca -Calcium 916 mg/I
Co -Cobalt 1037 ugA
Fe -iron 1045 ugn
Li -Lithium 1132 :1
Mg -Magnesium 927 m
Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/I
Na-Sodium 929 mg/l
Arsenic:Total 1002 ug/l
Se -Selenium 1147 ug/l
Hg-Mercury 71900 ug/1
Organochlorine Pesticides
Organophosplwrus Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/ Neutral Extractable Organics
Acid Extractable Organics
Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle reg'd
Phytoplankton
Sampling Point %
Conductance at 25 C
Water Temperature
D.O. mg/1
pH
Alkalinity
Acidity
Air Temperature (C)
pH 8.3 pH 4.5
pH 4.5 H 8.3
2
94
10
300 •
400 Iff
82244 431
82243 182242
20
Salinity %
Precipition pn/day)
Cloud Cover %
Wind Direction (Deg)
Stream Flow Severity
Turbidity Severity
Wind Velocity M/H
Stream Depth it
Stream Width fL
480
45
32
36
1351
1350
35'
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DM1/Revlsed 10/86

B. W. Allen Company
MANUFACTURERS' REPRESENTATIVE
T PHONE [phone] • P.O. Box 220218 • 121 GREENWICH ROAD CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA 28222
May 7, 1996
Water Quality Services, Inc.
P. 0. Box 1102
Banner E.lk,- NC 28604
Attent. oii: Mr. Rusty; .Trammel
RE: Stevens Waste Water Flow Meter
at McDowell County High School WWTP
Gentlemen:
F
This is to certify th x_,:,your ,Stevens <F1ow Meter, Model 61R,
SIN 133632-9010 Flow Range 0 to 70 ThGPD was serviced, calibrated
and returned to.'in good and accurate condition on 4/19/96
as outlined" in` attached copy of Service Report, for that day.
Yours truly,,
B._.,W._;.ALLEN COMPANY, .Representing
Stevens Water' -Mon' oring Systems, Inc.
Mike Chrysler.__,
MC/lg
Att ached.
MAY 1 4 W6
AS -EVE E REGIONAL 0 FlCE
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ENGINEERED EQUIPMENT & CONTROLS

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P. O. Box 220218
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA•' 28222
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MIKE PARKER
NC DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT
59 WOODFIN PLACE
ASHEVILLE, NC 28802
APRIL 2, 1996
RE: MCDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
ON APRIL 1, 1996 I VISITED MCDOWELL HIGH AROUND 11:00 AM, TO FIND
THESE THINGS:
I. 100 POUND CHLORINE CONTAINER THAT I USE TO HAUL TRASH IN WAS
IN THE AERATION BASIN WITH THE LID OFF.
2. A BRAND NEW 45 POUND CHLORINE BARREL, WHICH WAS FULL OF
CHLORINE, HAD THE LID OPEN AND WAS IN THE AERATION BASIN.
SOME CHLORINE TABLETS WERE STUCK IN THE FENCE AS IF THEY
HAD BEEN THROWN, SOME WERE ON THE GROUND, AND I DO NOT
KNOW WHERE THE REST OF THEM ARE. THE AERATION BASIN IS STILL
BROWN, HAS GOOD D.O. AND A LOT OF FOAM, CHLORINE RESIDUAL
IN CHLORINE. TANK WAS 1.0 ON MONDAY, AND 0.8 TODAY.
3. 2X4'S FROM THE BUILDING, HALF INCH BLACK WATER LINE ( ABOUT
20 FEET), LOTS OF ASSORTED TRASH, SHOVEL AND POTATO RAKE ARE
GONE..
4. COMPOSITE SAMPLER FRONT GLASS WAS KICKED IN AND AC LINE
COMING INTO SAMPLER WAS KICKED LOOSE. I BELIEVE CAN BE
REPAIRED.
I TALKED TO CARROLL HENSLEY TODAY, AND HE IS GOING TO PUT- A
CABLE ACROSS THE ROAD AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE WASTE TREATMENT
PLANT, TO KEEP TRAFFIC OUT OF THAT AREA.
I WILL LET YOU KNOW IF THERE IS ANY MAJOR CHANGE IN THIS
TREATMENT SYSTEM. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL.
&'Z4L
CC: CARROLL HENSLEY RUS
Quality Services': Operations,Maintenance,Monitoring-& Reporting of..
Wastewater & Water Treatment Systems.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28802
December 26, 1995
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION 'NC 28752
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NPDES No. NCO067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
MCDOWELL County
Dear CARROLL HENSLEY:
Review of subject self -monitoring report for the month,
of September, 1995 revealed violation(s) of the following
parameter(s):
Reported Limits
Pipe Parameter Value/Unit Valub/Type/Unit
001 00530 RES/TSS 49.3 MG/L 30.0 FIN MG/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be
taken to correct the problem(s). The Division of Environmental
Management may pursue enforcement actions for this and any
additional violations of State Law. If you have questions or if
you need assistance, please call Forrest R. Westall, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor, at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy Davis
Regional Supervisor
cc: Central Files
GKBDEX96/BL

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28802
November 21, 1995
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION NC 28752
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NPDES No. NC0067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
.MCDOWELL County
Dear CARROLL HENSLEY:
Review of subject self -monitoring report for the month
of August, 1995 revealed violation(s) of the following
parameter(s):
Reported Limits
Pipe Parameter Value/Unit Value/Type/Unit
001 00530 RES/TSS 33.0 MG/L 30.0 FIN MG/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be
taken to correct the problem(s). The Division of Environmental
Management may pursue enforcement actions for this and any
additional violations of State Law. If you have questions or if
you need assistance, please call Forrest R. Westall, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor, at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy Davis
Regional Supervisor
cc: Central Files
GKBDEX96/BL

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P.O. Box 1102 Banner Elk, N.C. 28604
PHONE:[phone] FAX:[phone]
NOVEMBER 14, 1995
MR. MICHAEL R. PARKER
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
INTERCHANGE BUILDING, 59 WOODFIN PLACE
ASHEVILLE, NC 28801
SUBJECT: MARGINAL COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
McDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
DEAR MR. PARKER,
PLEASE FIND BELOW THE RESPONSE AND ACTIONS TAKEN TO
CORRECT THE DEFICIENCIES WHICH YOU REPORTED IN YOUR LETTER OF
NOVEMBER 2, 1995.
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT WATER QUALITY SERVICES, INC. (MORRIS
TRAMMEL, JR.) IS THE ORC AT THIS FACILITY EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 3,
1995.
1. I HAVE MADE CHANGES WITH THE DISOLVED OXYGEN IN THE
AERATION BASIN. HAVE ADJUSTED RETURN SLUDGE TO PREVENT
RUNNING SOLIDS OVER THE WEIR. TSS RESULTS FOR THE FIRST AND
SECOND WEEKS OF NOVEMBER (TSS) RESULTS ARE COMING DOWN.
2. THE AERATOR HEADER IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING REPAIRED AND
SHOULD BE BACK ON BY THE END OF THE WEEK.
3. MR. PARKER, McDOWELL COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEMS ARE GOING TO
GET A LOT MORE ATTENTION. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO STOP BY ANY
TIME.
4. EFFLUENT SAMPLES FOR THE FIRST TWO WEEKS OF NOVEMBER
INDICATE THAT THE TSS SAMPLES ARE GOING DOWN.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL ME AT [phone].
CC � SINCERELY,
WAYNE SILVERS 0i 4
CAROL HENSLEY
\ MORRIS M. TRAMMEi, JR.
WATER QUALITY SERVICES
Quality Services': Operations,Maintenance,Monitoring '& Reporting of
��'� Wastewater & Water Treatment Systems.

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor .
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
November 2, 1995
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
Assistant Superintendent
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Status: Marginal Compliance
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
Wastewater Treatment Facility
McDowell County
Dear Mr Silver:
A Compliance Sampling Inspection of the wastewater treatment
facility serving McDowell High School was conducted on October 17,
1995. A copy of the inspection report is attached for your
information.
The wastewater treatment facility appeared to be operating
properly; however, it appears that additional operational time is
needed at this facility by the operator. The results of samples
collected during the inspection are listed on the inspection report.
Also,.the following items were noted which need attention:
1. The effluent appaered cloudy and contained fine solids.
2. There was no aeration to the sludge holding tank and the
aerator header had been 'removed.
3. Effluent samples indicate compliance with NPDES Permit
limits; however, the total suspended solids sample results
indicate that they are at their maximum.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

R. Wayne Silver
November 2, 1995
Page Two
It is requested that you respond in writing by November 17,
1995, outlining what actions you will take to correct these problems.
If you have questions or if I can be of assistance, please call
me at 704/251-6208, ext. 256.
Sincerely,
z
Michael R. Parker
Environmental Chemist
Enclosure
xc: HydroLogic, Inc.

Alftv..�
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MWUnited States onmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA
Approval Expires 7-31-85
NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN I 215 3 NCO067121 J11 12 95/10/17 17 18 u
19 I I 20 I` I
Remarks
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I I I I
" Reserved Facility Evaluation Rating BI QA
Reserved 64
67 l� 69 70 13 I 71 onI �J I 72 I bJ uI 73 I I I 174
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75 80
Section B: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
12:25
95/06/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, N. C. 28752
1:20
00/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
D. JONES, ORC
704/254-5169
HYDROLOGIC, INC.
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone No.
Contacted
MARION, N. C. 28752
704/7244535
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
S
Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
S
Flow Measurement
Laboratory
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Pretreatment
Compliance Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
M
Operations & Maintenance
Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 23
N
N
S
M
S
S
Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
1. THE EFFLUENT APPEARED CLOUDY AND CONTAINED FINE SOLIDS.
2. THERE WAS NO AERATION TO THE SLUDGE HOLDING TANK AND THE AERATOR HEADER HAD BEEN REMOVED. THIS UNIT SHOULD BE PLACED
BACK INTO OPERATION.
3. ADDITIONAL ATTENTION IS NEEDED AT THIS FACILITY BY THE OPERATOR.
4. EFFLUENT SAMPLES INDICATE COMPLIANCE WITH NPDES PERMIT LIMITS; HOWEVER, THE FACILITY HAS REACHED
THE MAXIMUM WITH TOTAL
SUSPENDED SOLIDS.
PARAMETERS RESULTS AERATION BASIN
BOD <2 MG/L DISSOLVED OXYGEN 0.25 MG/L
TSS 29 MG/L TEMPERATURE 18 C
NH3 0.6 MG/L 30 MIN. SETT. SOLIDS 40%
FECAL COLIFORM <10/100 ML
PH 6.72 SU
RESIDUAL CHLORINE 1.65 MG/L
DISSOLVED OXYGEN 4.1 MG/L
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telephone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
0� �'
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
J J
Si of Revie r
Agency/Office
Date
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
�•S""
Regulatory Office Use Only
Action Taken
Date
Compliance Status
Noncompliance
Compliance

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
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EDEHNR
WATER QUALITY SECTION
November 2, 1995
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
Assistant Superintendent
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Status: Marginal Compliance
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NC0067121
Wastewater Treatment Facility
McDo County
Dear Mr Silver:
A Compliance Sampling Inspection of the wastewater treatment
facility serving McDowell High School was conducted on October 17,
1995. A copy of the inspection report is attached for your
information.
The wastewater treatment facility appeared to be operating
properly; however, it appears that additional operational time is
needed at this facility by the operator. The results of samples
collected during the inspection are listed on the inspection report.
Also, the following items were noted which need attention:
1. The effluent appaered cloudy and contained fine solids.
2. There was no aeration to the sludge holding tank and the
aerator header had been removed.
3. Effluent samples indicate compliance with NPDES Permit
limits; however, the total suspended solids sample results
indicate that they are at`their maximum.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

R. Wayne Silver
November 2, 1995
Page Two
It is requested that you respond in writing by November 17,
1995, outlining what actions you will take to correct these problems.
If you have questions or if I can be of assistance, please call
me at 704/251-6208, ext. 256.
Sincerely,
2,; Kz
Michael R. Parker
Environmental Chemist
Enclosure
xc: HydroLogic, Inc.

United States I nmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA
Approval Expires 7-31-85
NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 215 I 3 NCO067121 11 12 95/10/17 17 18 L
l�l u
19 u 20 L
Remarks
I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
I I I I I I I I I I I
" Reserved Facility Evaluation Rating BI QA
Reserved 66
73 74
72 [N_]
67 L__l U 69 70 u 13 I 71 [N_]
75 80
Secti�onB: Facility Date
NameName and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
12:25
95/06/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date .
MARION, N. C. 28752
1:20
00/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
D. JONES, ORC
704/254-5169
HYDROLOGIC, INC.
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone No.
Contacted
MARION, N. C. 28752
7041724-453 5
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
S
Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
S
Flow Measurement
Laboratory
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Pretreatment
Compliance Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
M
Operations & Maintenance
Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 23
N
N
S
M
S
S
Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
1. THE EFFLUENT APPEARED CLOUDY AND CONTAINED FINE SOLIDS.
2. THERE WAS NO AERATION TO THE SLUDGE HOLDING TANK AND THE AERATOR HEADER HAD BEEN REMOVED. THIS UNIT SHOULD BE PLACED
BACK INTO OPERATION.
3. ADDITIONAL ATTENTION IS NEEDED AT THIS FACILITY BY THE OPERATOR.
4. EFFLUENT SAMPLES INDICATE COMPLIANCE WITH NPDES PERMIT LIMITS; HOWEVER, THE FACILITY HAS REACHED
THE MAXIMUM WITH TOTAL
SUSPENDED SOLIDS.
PARAMETERS RESULTS AERATION BASIN
BOD <2 MG/L DISSOLVED OXYGEN 0.25 MG/L
TSS 29 MG/L TEMPERATURE 18 C
NH3 0.6 MG/L 30 MIN. SETT. SOLIDS 40%
FECAL COLIFORM <10/100 ML
PH 6.72 SU
RESIDUAL CHLORINE 1.65 MG/L
DISSOLVED OXYGEN 4.1 MG/L
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telephone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
R.
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
/
Si of Revie r
Agency/Office
Date
J
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
Regulatory Office Use Only
Action Taken
Date
Compliance Status
Noncompliance
Compliance

For Lab Use ONLY
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT WATER QUALITY FIELD -LAB FORM (DM1)
g
COUNTY �l+�1�/
PRIORITY
SAMPLE TYPE
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RIVER BASIN
❑AMBIENT
❑
❑
'EFFLUENT
REPORT TO FRO MRO RRO WaRO WIRO WSRO TS
QA
STREAM
AT BM
❑
❑ LAKE
❑ INFLUENT
Other
COMPLIANCE
❑
CHAIN
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❑ ESTUARY
Shipped by: Bus Courier to Other
EMERGENCY
Lab Number: c� Oy
Date Received: /d '/7 Time: ` O O
Rec'd by: From: Bus-Courie and e
DATA ENTRY BY: S `" CK:�
DATE REPORTED: /D — 9.3 - 1.1
COLLECTOR(S):
Estimated BOD Range: 0-5/5-25/25-65/40-130 or 100 plus STATION LOCATION: Wei
ff
Seed: Yes �1 No ❑ Chlorinated: Ye No ❑ REMARKS:
Station Date Begin (yy/mm/dd) Time Begin Date End Time End I Depth DM DB DBM Value Type Composite Sample T
! A H L T S B C G GNXX
1
BOD5 310 d mg/1
2
COD High 340 mg/1
3
COD Low 335 mg/1
4
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 1 /p /100ml
5
Coliform: MF Total 31504 /100ml
6
Coliform: Tube Fecal 31615 /100ml
7
Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100ml
8
Residue: Total 500 mg/I
9
Volatile 505 mg/I
10
Fixed 510 mg/I
11
Residue. Suspended 530 mg/1
0�
12
Volatile 535 mg/I
13
Fixed 540 mg/I
14
pH 403 �- units
15
Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg/1
16
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 mg/1
17
Alkalinity to pH 8.3 415 mgA
18
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/I
19
TOC 680 mg/I
20
Turbidity 76 NTU
Chloride 940 mg/1
Chi a: Tri 32217 ug/1
Chi a: Corr 32209 ug/I
Pheophytin a 32213 ug/I
Color: True 80 Pt -Co
Color:(pH ) 83 ADMI
Color: pH 7.6 82 ADMI
Cyanide 720 mg/I
Fluoride 951 mg/1
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/1
Grease and Oils 556 mg/l
Hardness Total900 mg/I
Specific Cond. 95 uMhos/cm2
MBAS 38260 mg/1
Phenols 32730 ug/I
Sulfate 945 mg/l
Sulfide 745 mg/I
as N 610 �f mg/i
as N 625 mg/1
plus NO3 as N 630 mgA
I
tal as P 665 mg/I
PO4 as P 70507 mgA
P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/1
CdCadmium 1027 ugA
Cr-Chromium:Total1034 ugA
Cu-Copper 1042 ug/1
Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/I
Pb-Lead 1051 ug/I
Zn-Zinc 1092 ugA
Ag-Silver 1077 ug/1
Al -Aluminum 1105 ug/I
Be -Beryllium 1012 ug/1
Ca -Calcium 916 m9A
Co -Cobalt 1037 ug/I
Fe -Iron 1045 ugA
Li -Lithium 1132 ug/1
Mg -Magnesium 927 mg/1
Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/1
Na-Sodium 929 mg/I
Arsenic:Total 1002 ug/I
Se -Selenium 1147 ug/l
Hg-Mercury 71900 ug/l
Organochlorine Pesticides
Organophosphorus Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/ Neutral Extractable Organics
Acid Extractable Organics
Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle reg'd)
Phytoplankton
Sampling Point %
Conductance at 25 C
Water Temperature (
D.O. mgA
pH
Alkalinity
Acidity
Air Temperature (C)
pH 8.3 pH 4.5
pH 4.5 pH 8.3
2
94
10
300 .
400 •
82744 431
82243 182242
20
Salinity %
Precipition On/day)
Cloud Cover %
Wind Direction (Deg)
Stream Flow Severity
Turbidity Severity
Wind Velocity M/H
can Stream Depth ft.
Stream Width it.
480
45
32
36
1351
1350
35
64
4
DMl/Revised 10/86

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28802
October 2, 1995
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION NC 28752
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NPDES No. NC0067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
MCDOWELL County.
Dear CARROLL HENSLEY:
Review of subject self -monitoring report for the month
of July, 1995 revealed violation(s) of the following
parameter(s):
Reported Limits
Pipe Parameter Value/Unit Value/Type/Unit
001 00530 RES/TSS 52.7 MG/L 30.0 FIN MG/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be
taken to correct the problem(s). The Division of Environmental'
Management may pursue enforcement actions for this"and any
additional violations of State Law. If you have questions or if
you need assistance, please call Forrest R. Westall, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor, at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy Davis
Regional Supervisor
CC: Central Files
GKBDEX96/BL

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28802
June 20, 1995
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION NC 28752
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NPDES No. NC0067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
MCDOWELL County
Dear CARROLL HENSLEY:
Review of subject self -monitoring report for the month
of April, 1995 revealed violation(s) of the following-
parameter(s):
Reported Limits
Pipe Parameter Value/Unit Value/Type/Unit
001 00530 RES/TSS 43.7 MG/L 30.0 FIN MG/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be
taken to correct the problem(s). The Division of Environmental
Management may pursue enforcement actions for this and any
additional violations of State Law. If you have questions or if
you need assistance, please call Forrest R. Westall, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor, at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy Davi
Regional Supervisor
CC: Central Files
GKBDEX96/BL

H Y D R 0 L 0 G I C I N
April 25, 1995
Mr. Roy Davis
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health &
Natural Resources
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801
Re: Notice of Violation for:
Nebo Elementary/NC0067148
Glenwood El /NC0067130
Sugar Hill Truck Stop/NC0029831
Mobile Village Trailer Park/NC0069965
Dear Mr. Davis,
This letter is in response to the inspections of referenced facilities performed by Mr. Mike
Parker of your office and your letter to Mr. Tom Barr dated April 4, 1995 regarding back
up operators. The following corrective actions were taken:
Mrs. Kim Brantley of the N.C. Certification Board was immediately contacted to
inquire about the fees due for Mr. George W. Fryar. We were informed at that point of
the total amount due and immediately sent a check for $210.00 to cover the fees due.
The certification board should have received this check as of this date for processing.
We have asked for a renewal card for Mr. Fryar from the Certification Board as a
receipt of payment. Mr. Fryar will not perform back up operator duties until we
receive notification from the Certification Board that he is properly certified.
We appreciate your office bringing this matter to our attention and regret this unfortunate
violation. HydroLogic, Inc. continuously strives to keep all employee certifications up to
date and to comply with all regulations. If you have any questions or concerns please
contact me.
Sincerely,
/P *0-q
Debbie F. McCarson
Administrative Assistant
cc: Tom Barr
Cindy Finan, Certification and Training Unit
Referenced Facilities
C
P.O. BOX 18029 /ASHEVILLE, NC 28814 / 122 LYMAN STREET / ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 / [phone] / FAX: [phone] / TOLL FREE:1-800-231-8889

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
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Water Quality Section
April 7, 1995
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Compliance Evaluation
Inspection
Nebo Elementary School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067148
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Silver:
On April 6, 1995, Mike Parker conducted a Compliance
Evaluation Inspection of the wastewater treatment facility
serving Nebo Elementary School. A review of the operator log
book indicated that "Billy" George W. Fryar was signing the
operator log. According to records maintained by this Division,
Mr. Fryar has not paid his annual operator fees since December
1992. Therefore, the Division of Environmental Management does
not consider Mr. Fryar to be properly certified. This is a
violation of Part II Section C. 1. of NPDES permit number
NC0067148.
Please respond in writing within two weeks of receipt of this
notice, indicating what actions you will take to correct these
deficiencies. If you have any questions, please call Mr. Mike
Parker at 704-251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy M. Davis, Regional Supervisor
Division of Environmental Management
cc: Enclosure
HydroLogic, Inc.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

r
United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA
Approval Expires 7-31-85
NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN I 215 I 3 1 NCO067148 Ill 12 95/04/06 17 18 Li 19 u 20 IJ
u u
Remarks
IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
" Reserved Facility Evaluation Rating BI QA Reserved 66
69 70 u I I 71I I 72 I u73I I I I74 75 80
67I__I__I_1�(
Secti�onJB: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
10:40
91/11/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, N. C. 28752
10:50
95/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
"BILLY" GEORGE W: FRYAR
704/254-5169
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone No.
Contacted
MARION, N. C. 28752
704/724-4535
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
S
Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
S
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MR. "BILLY" GEORGE W. FRYAR WAS LISTED AS THE OPERATOR ON MARCH 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31 1995. ACCORDING TO THE OPERATOR LOG BOOK
MAINTAINED AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY. ACCORDING TO DIVISION RECORDS, MR. FRYAR HAS NOT PAID HIS ANNUAL OPERATOR
FEES SINCE DECEMBER OF 1992. THEREFORE, THE DIVISION DOES NOT CONSIDER MR. FRYAR TO BE PROPERLY CERTIFIED. THIS CONSTITUTES A
VIOLATION OF PART II. SECTION C. 1. OF NPDES PERMIT NO. NC0067148.
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Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
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Water Quality Section
April 7, 1995
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
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v McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
y_McDoell County
Dear Mr. Silver:
On April 6, 1995, Mike Parker conducted a Compliance
Evaluation Inspection of the wastewater treatment facility
serving McDowell High School. A review of the operator log book
indicated that "Billy" George W. Fryar was signing the operator
log. According to records maintained by this Division, Mr. Fryar
has not paid his annual operator fees since December 1992.
Therefore, the Division of Environmental Management does not
consider Mr. Fryar to be properly certified. This is a violation
of Part II Section C. 1. of NPDES permit number NC0067121.
Please respond in writing within two weeks of receipt of this
notice, indicating what actions you will take to correct these
deficiencies. If you have any questions, please call Mr. Mike
Parker at 704-251-6208.
Sincerely,
R y M. Da is, Regional Supervisor
Division of Environmental Management
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA
Approval Expires 7-31-85
NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 2I5 I 3 NCO067121 11 12 95/04/06 17 18 LJ 19 IS I 20I` I
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Section B: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
11:15
91/09/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, N. C. 28752
11:25
95/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
"BILLY" GEORGE W. FRYAR
704/254-5169
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone'No.
Contacted
MARION, N. C. 28752
704/724-4535
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
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Facility Site Review
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Laboratory
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Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 23
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MAINTAINED AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY. ACCORDING TO DIVISION RECORDS, MR. FRYAR HAS NOT PAID HIS ANNUAL OPERATOR
FEES SINCE DECEMBER OF 1992. THEREFORE, THE DIVISION DOES NOT CONSIDER MR. FRYAR TO BE PROPERLY CERTIFIED. THIS CONSTITUTES A
VIOLATION OF PART II. SECTION C. 1. OF NPDES PERMIT NO. NC0067121.
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telephone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
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Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA Inspection Report
Approval Expires 7-31-85 ,
NPDES Compliance
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN I 215 3 NCO067121 j 11 12 95/04/06 17 18 U 19 IL 20 LJ
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Section B: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SCHOOL
11:15
91/09/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, N. C. 28752
11:25
95/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
"BILLY" GEORGE W. FRYAR
704/254-5169
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone No.
Contacted
MARION, N. C. 28752
704/724-4535
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
S
Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
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Flow Measurement
Laboratory ICompliance
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Pretreatment
Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
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Operations & Maintenance
Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 23
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Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
MR. 'BILLY" GEORGE W. FRYAR WAS LISTED AS THE OPERATOR ON MARCH 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31 1995. ACCORDING TO THE OPERATOR LOG BOOK
MAINTAINED AT THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY. ACCORDING TO DIVISION RECORDS, MR. FRYAR HAS NOT PAID HIS ANNUAL OPERATOR
FEES SINCE DECEMBER OF 1992. THEREFORE, THE DIVISION DOES NOT CONSIDER MR. FRYAR TO BE PROPERLY CERTIFIED. THIS CONSTITUTES A
VIOLATION OF PART 11. SECTION C. 1. OF NPDES PERMIT NO. NC0067121.
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telephone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
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State of North Cc_ _ 'ina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
Water Quality Section
April 7, 1995
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Compliance Evaluation
Inspection
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Silver:
On April 6, 1995, Mike Parker conducted a Compliance
Evaluation Inspection of the wastewater treatment facility
serving McDowell High School. A review of the operator log book
indicated that "Billy" George W. Fryar was signing the operator
log. According to records maintained by this Division, Mr. Fryar
has not paid his annual operator fees since December 1992.
Therefore, the Division of Environmental Management does not
consider Mr. Fryar to be properly certified. This is a violation
of Part II Section C. 1. of NPDES permit number NC0067121.
Please respond in writing within two weeks of receipt of this
notice, indicating what actions you will take to correct these
deficiencies. If you have any questions, please call Mr. Mike
Parker at 704-251-6208.
Sincerely,
li RVY�
R y M. Davis, Regional Supervisor
Division of Environmental Management
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HydroLogic, Inc.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Environmental Management .
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28802
February 20, 1995
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
PO BOX 130
MARION NC 28752
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
NPDES No. NC0067121
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIGH
MCDOWELL County
Dear CARROLL HENSLEY:
Review of subject self -monitoring report for the month
of December, 1994 revealed violation(s) of the following
parameter(s):
Reported Limits
Pipe Parameter Value/Unit Value/Type/Unit
001 00530 RES/TSS 79.0 MG/L 30.0 FIN MG/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be
taken to correct the problem(s). The Division of Environmental
Management may pursue enforcement actions for this and any
additional violations of State Law. If you have questions or if
you need assistance, please call Forrest R. Westall, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor, at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
RJIF_��
Roy Davis
Regional Supervisor
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• State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources • •
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary ED E H N 11
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
WATER QUALITY SECTION
November 1, 1994
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
Assistant Superintendent
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
Wastewater Treatment Facility
McDowell County
Dear Mr Silver:
A Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the wastewater treatment
facility serving McDowell High School was conducted on October 11, 1994
by Mr. Mike Parker of this Division's Water Quality Section. A copy of
the inspection report is attached for your information.
Most units at the facility appeared to be operating properly;
however, maintenance at the facility is somewhat lacking and some
treatment units need attention or repair. The following observations
were made:
1. The grass inside and outside of the plant needs mowing.
2. The drive belts for one of the blowers were not installed. If
the motor or blower is out of operation it should be repaired.
3. Screenings removed from the plant should be disposed of by
landfilling and not left at the facility.
4. The operator should be more attentive to the system by scraping
down the clarifier and washing down the facility each day.
5. The flow chart recorder was not working during the inspection.
This is a requirement of the permit and should be repaired.
Additionally, the flow meter is required to be calibrated at
least once per year.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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A . •
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
November 1, 1994
Page Two
6. Effluent sample results (listed on the inspection report)
indicate possible NPDES permit violations for fecal coliform
and pH.
It is requested that you respond in writing by November 18, 1994,
outlining what actions you will take to correct these problems.
If you have questions, please call Mr. Parker at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy M. avis, Regional Supervisor
Division of Environmental Management
Enclosure
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA
Approval Expires 7-31-85
NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 2 u 3 NCO067121 J11 12 1 94/10/11 j 17 18 LJ
19 L� 20I2
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Remarks
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75 80
Section B: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SHCOOL
1:22
91/09/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA 28752
2:28
95/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone No.
Contacted
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA 28762
704/652-5 504
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
S
Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
U
Flow Measurement
Laboratory
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Pretreatment
Compliance Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
M
Operations & Maintenance
Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 9
M
N
S
M
S
S
Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
1. GRASS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE PLANT SHOULD BE MOWED.
2. THE DRIVE BELTS FOR THE BLOWER SHOULD BE INSTALLED .
3. SCREEINGS REMOVED FROM THE PLANT SHOULD BE LANDFILLED.
4. MORE DAILY ATTENTION IS NEEDED FROM THE OPERATOR SUCH AS SCRAPING THE CLARIFIER AND WASHING DOWN THE PLANT.
5. THE FLOW CHART RECORDER WAS NOT OPERATING AND SHOULD BE REPAIRED.
EFFLUENT SAMPLING DATA
PARAMETERS RESULTS AERATION BASIN
BOD 10 MG/L DISSOLVED OXYGEN 1.5-2.2 MG/L
TSS 24 MG/L 30 MIN. SET. SOLIDS 550 MUL
NH3 8.1 MG/L TEMPERATURE 19 C
FECAL COLIFORM 1300/100 ML PH 5.3 S.U.
PH 4.5 S.U.
RESIDUAL CHLORINE 0.15 MG/L
TEMPERATURE 18 C
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Age ncy/Offi ce/Te I ep hone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208L2
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DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
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Action Taken
Date
Compliance Status
JX Noncompliance
❑ Compliance

Y D R 0 L 0 G I C ,
November 23, 1994
Mr. Roy Davis
Regional Supervisor
NC Department of EHNR
Division of Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801
Re: Notice of Violation
Compliance Sampling Inspection
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
Dear Mr. Davis,
I N C
In response to your letter regarding inspection of referenced facility by Mr. Mike Parker of your
office. The following corrective actions have been taken:
1. The grass inside and outside of the plant has been mowed.
2. The owner has a maintenance personnel team that is installing a blower.
3. Screenings have been removed and disposed of from the plant.
4. The. operator has been instructed to be more attentive to the system including scraping down the
clarifier and washing down the facility daily.
5. The repair and maintenance crew of Hydrologic, Inc. has scheduled repair and calibration of
the flow meter.
If you or your staff have any questions or concerns please call me.
Sincerely,
Donald L. Gumbiner
Manager of Operations
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cc: Mr. R. Wayne, Silver, McDowell Co., Schools.
Ritchie Ban
-Bob Barr :... .
Billy Bridges
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P.O. BOX 1 8029/ ASHEVILLE, NC 28814 / 122 LYMAN STREET / ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 / [phone] / FAX: [phone] / TOLL FREE:1-800-231-8889

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
_James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
WATER QUALITY SECTION
November 1, 1994,
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
Assistant Superintendent
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
McDowell High School
NPDES Permit No. NCO067121
Wastewater Treatment Facility
McDowell County
Dear Mr Silver:
.A Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the wastewater treatment
facility serving McDowell High School was conducted on October 11, 1994
by Mr. Mike Parker of this Division's Water Quality Section. A copy of
the inspection report is attached for your information.
Most units at the facility appeared to be operating properly;
however, maintenance at the facility is somewhat lacking and some
treatment units need attention or repair. The following observations
were made:
1. The grass inside and outside of the plant needs mowing.
2. The drive belts for one of the blowers were not installed. If
the motor or blower is out of operation it should be repaired.
3. Screenings removed from the plant should be disposed of by
landfilling and not left at the facility.
4. The operator should be more attentive to the system by scraping
down the clarifier and washing down the facility each day.
5. The flow chart r-ecorder was not working during the inspection.
This is a requirement of the permit and should be repaired.
Additionally, the flow meter is required to be calibrated at
least once per year.
Interchange Building, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, N.C. 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone],
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C.
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
November 1, 1994
Page Two
6. Effluent sample results (listed on the inspection report)
indicate possible NPDES permit violations for fecal coliform
and pH.
It is requested that you respond in writing by November 18, 1994,
outlining what actions you will take to correct these problems.
If you have questions, please call Mr. Parker at 704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy M. avis, Regional Supervisor
Division of Environmental Management
Enclosure
xce Hydrologic, Inc.

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved
m Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0003
EPA
Approval Expires 7-31-85
NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 �N I 2I5 1 3 NCO067121 11 12 94/10/11 17 18 IC I
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19 I$ I 20I2
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75 80
Section B: Facility Date
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
MCDOWELL HIGH SHCOOL
1:22
91/09/01
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA 28752
2:28
95/04/30
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
Name, Address of Responsible Official
Title
R. WAYNE SILVER
ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT
POST OFFICE BOX 130
Phone
Contacted
MARION, NORTH CAROLINA 28762
704/652-5 504
NO
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection
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Permit
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
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Flow Measurement
Laboratory
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Pretreatment
Compliance Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
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Sludge Disposal
Other: ROW 9
M
N
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M
S
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Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
1. GRASS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE PLANT SHOULD BE MOWED.
2. THE DRIVE BELTS FOR THE BLOWER SHOULD BE INSTALLED .
3. SCREEINGS REMOVED FROM THE PLANT SHOULD BE LANDFILLED.
4. MORE DAILY ATTENTION IS NEEDED FROM THE OPERATOR SUCH AS SCRAPING THE CLARIFIER AND WASHING DOWN THE PLANT.
5. THE FLOW CHART RECORDER WAS NOT OPERATING AND SHOULD BE REPAIRED.
EFFLUENT SAMPLING DATA
PARAMETERS RESULTS AERATION BASIN
BOD 10 MG/L DISSOLVED OXYGEN 1.5-2.2 MG/L
TSS 24 MG/L 30 MIN. SET. SOLIDS 550 MUL
NH3 8.1 MG/L TEMPERATURE 19 C
FECAL COLIFORM 1300/100 ML PH 5.3 S.U.
PH 4.5 S.U.
RESIDUAL CHLORINE 0.15 MG/L
TEMPERATURE 18 C
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telephone
Date
MICHAEL R. PARKER
57
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
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Agency/Office
Date
DEM/ARO 704-251-6208
Regulatory Office Use Only
Action Taken
Date
Compliance Status
Olaf Noncompliance
❑ Compliance

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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT WATER QUALITY FIELD -LAB FORM (DM1)
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Seed: Yes g No ❑ Chlorinated: Ye.X No ❑ REMARKS:
Statlan% D to Begin (yy/mm/dd) Time Begin Date End
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BOD5 310 IO mg/I
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COD High 340 mg/1
3
COD Low 335 mg/1
4
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 / 300 F100.1
5
Coliform: MF Total 31504 /100ml
6
Coliform: Tube Fecal 31615 /100ml
7
Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100ml
8
Residue: Total 500 mg/I
9
Volatile 505 mg/I
10
Fixed 510 mg/I
11
Residue: Suspended 530 r1 mg/1
d
12
Volatile 535 rng/I
13
Fixed 540 mg/1
14
pH 403 [1 units
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15
Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg/I
16
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 mg/I
17
Alkalinity to pH 8.3 415 mg/l
18
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/1
19
TOC 680 mg/I
20
Turbidity 76 NTU
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Date Received: /0
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Time End I Depth DM DB DBM I Value Type
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Chloride 940 mg/1
Chi a: Tri 32217 ug/1
Chi a: Corr 32209 ug/I
Pheophytin a 32213 ug/l
Color: True 80 Pt -Co
Color:(pH ) 83 ADMI
Color: pH 7.6 82 ADMI
Cyanide 720 mg/I
Fluoride 951 mg/I
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/l
Grease and Oils 556 mg/1
Hardness Total900 mg/1
Specific Cond. 95 uMhos/cm2
MBAS 38260 mg/I
Phenols 32730 ug/1
Sulfate 945 mgA
Sulfide 745 mg/I
NH3 as N 610 �/ ( mg/I
TKN as N 625 mg/I
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mg/1
P: Total as P 665 mg/1
PO4 as P 70507 mg/I
P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/l
Cd-Cadmium 1027 ugA
Cr-Chromium:Total1034 ugA
Cu-Copper 1042 ug/I
NI -Nickel 1067 ug/1
Pb-Lead 1051 ug/l
Zn-Zinc 1092 ug/l
Ag-Silver 1077 ug/l
AI -Aluminum 1105 ug/l
Be -Beryllium 1012 ug/l
Ca -Calcium 916 mgA
Co -Cobalt 1037 ug/I
Fe -Iron 1045 ug/l
Composite I Sample T%
T S B C C (; / GNXX
Li -Lithium 1132
Mg -Magnesium 927 mg/l
Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/I
Na-Sodium 929 mg/l
Arsenic:Total 1002 ug/I
Se -Selenium 1147 ug/l
Hg-Mercury 71900 ug/I
Organochlorine Pesticides
Organophosphorus Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/ Neutral Extractable Organics
Acid Extractable Organics
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Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle r
Phytoplankton
Sampling Point %
Conductance at 25 C
Water Temperature (C)
D.O. mg/l
PH
Alkalinity
Acidity
Air Temperature (C)
pH 8.3 pH 4.5
pH 4.5 pH 8.3
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94
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300 1.
400 1 0
82244 431
82243 182242
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Cloud Cover %
Wind Direction (Deg)
Stream Flow Severity
Turbidity Severity
Wind Velocity M/H
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Stream Width ft.
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32
36
1351
1350
35
64
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State of North.Carol: .1
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of. Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A, Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
September 13, 1994
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Mr. Carroll Hensley Subject: NPDES Permit .Application
McDowell County Schools NPDES Permit NO.NC0067121
Post Office Box130
McDowell Senior High School
Marion, NC 28752
Dear -.Mr. Hensley McDowell County
This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents. on August 3, 1994:
Application Form
Engineering Proposal (for proposed control facilities),
Request for permit renewal,
Application Processing Fee of $200.00,
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other ,
The items checked below are needed before review can begin:
Application Form ,
Engineering proposal (see attachment),
Application Processing Fee of
Delegation of Authority .(see attached)
Biocide Sheet (see attached)
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other
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If the application is not made complete within thirty (30) days, it will be
returned to you and may be resubmitted when complete.
This application has been assigned to Dana Bolden
(919/733-5083) of our Permits Unit for review. You wili be advised O any
comments recommendations, questions or other information necessary for the
review of the application.
I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regional Office
Supervisor prepare a staff report and recommendations regarding -this
discharge. If you have any questions regarding this applications,
please contact the review person listed above.
S' cerely, /jam
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CC• Asheville Regional Office ColeenH. Sullins, P.E.

July 19, 1994
Dear Ms. Sullins
This is a request for a permit for our McDowell High School. Attached
is all the paperwork necessary to obtain this permit.
Sincerly,
Carroll Hensley
Maintenance Supervisor

NORTH CAROLINA DEPAZTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
s NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM D
To be filed only by services, wholesale and retail trade,
and other commercial establishments including vessels
Do not attempt to complete this form without reading the accompanying instructions
Please print or type
1. Name, address, and telephone number of facility producing discharge
A. Name McDowell High School
B. Street address Hwy 70 West
C. City Marion, D. State NC
E. County McDowell F. 21P 28752
G. Telephone No. 704 6 9 20
Area Code
2. SIC (if known)
3. Number of employees:-.- 1301
4. Nature of business: School
5. (a) Check here if discharge occurs all year ;� , or
(b) Check the month(s) discharge occurs:
1. ❑ January 2. 0 February 3. ❑ March 4. April 5. May
6. June 7. E July 8. August 9. ❑ September 10. October
11. November 12. December
(c) How many days per week:
1.F—]1 2.F—] 2-3 3.�X 4-5 4.F—]6-7
6. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (check as applicable)
Flow, gallons per operating day
Vo ume treated before discharging
i.e., 4500 in proper box
(i.e., 85% in pro er box
Discharge per
0.1-999
1000 -
5000-
10,000 -
50,000
None
0.1-
30-
65-
95 -
operating day
4999
9999
49,999
or more
29.9
64.9
94.9
100
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
A. Sanitary,
daily average
B. Cooling
water, etc.,
daily average
C. Other
discharge(),
daily average;
specify
D. Maximum per
operating day
for combined
discharge (all
types)
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7. if any of the types of waste identified in item 6, either treated or untreated, are discharged to places other
than surface waters, check below as applicable.
Waste water is discharged to:
0.1-999
(1)
1000-4999
2
5000-9999
3
10,000-
49,999
4)
50,000 or
more
(5
A. Municipal sewer system
B. Underground well
C. Septic tank
4620
D. Evaporation lagoon or pond
E. Other, specify:
8. Number of separate dischar e points:
A. [2 1 B. 2-3 C. 4-5 D. 6 or more
9. Name of receiving water or waters
10. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain one or more of the following
substances added as a result of your operations, activities, or processes: ammonia, cyartide, aluminum,
beryllium, cadmium, chromium, copper, lead, mercury, nickel, selenium, zinc, phenols, oil and grease, and
chlorine (residual).
A. yes B. 0 no
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.
Carroll Hensley
Printed name of Person Signing
Maintenance Supervisor
Title
Date Application Signed
(22 1A.4 6'.Lo
Signature of Applicant
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false
statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or
required to be maintained under Article 21' or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission
implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or 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
Ucrushable by a fine not to exceed $10,DD3, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18
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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July 19, 1994
CARROLL HENSLEY
MCDOWELL CO SCH,-MCDOWELL HIG
PO BOX 130
MARION, NC 28752
Subject: NPDES PERMIT NO. NCO067121
MCDOWELL COUNTY
Dear Permittee:
The subject permit issued on 7/19/91 expires on 4/30/95. North
Carolina General Statute (NCGS) 143-215.1(c) requires that an
application for permit- renewal be filed at least 180 days prior to the
expiration date. As of the date of this letter, the Division of
Environmental Management had not received an application for renewal.
If operation of a discharge or waste treatment facility is to occur
after the permit's expiration date, or if continuation of the permit is
desired, _it must not be allowed to expire. A renewal request must be
submitted no later than 180 days prior to the permit's expiration date.
Operation of the waste treatment works or continuation of a discharge
after the expiration date would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1
and could result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $10,000 per
day. If continuation of the permit is desired, failure to request
renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration will result in a civil
assessment of at least $250.00; larger penalties may be assessed
depending upon the delinquency of the request.
A renewal application shall consist of the following information:
1. A letter requesting the renewal.
2. The completed application form (copy attached), signed and
submitted in triplicate, referenced in Title 15 of North Carolina
Administrative Code (15A NCAC) Subchapter 2H .0105(a).
3. A processing fee (see attached schedule) in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2H .0105(b). The application processing fee is based on the
design or permitted flow, whichever is appropriate, listed in the
first categories of facilities.
4. Primary industries listed in Appendix A of Title 40 of the
Code of Federal Regulations, Part 122 shall also submit a
priority pollutant analysis in accordance with Part 122.21.

1. , "%' . 4b
5. Facilities which have not been constructed within the last
permit cycle and are therefore, considered "new" facilities,
shall also submit an Engineering Alternatives Analysis,
referenced in 15A NCAC Subchapter 2H .0103 and Subchapter
2B .0201(c).
6. If the facility covered by this permit contains some type of
treatment works, a narrative description of the sludge management
plan must be submitted with the application for the renewal.
In addition to penalities referenced above, a permit renewal
request received after the expiration date will be considered as
a new application and will require the higher application fee.
15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(2) requires payment of an annual
Administrative and Compliance Monitoring fee for most permitted
facilities. You will be billed separately for that fee (if
applicable), after your permit is approved.
The letter requesting renewal, the completed Permit application,
and appropriate fee should be sent to:
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
The check should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources which may be abbreviated as
DEHNR.
If there are questions or a need for additional information
regarding the permit renewal procedure, please contact me or any
individual in the NPDES Group at telephone number [phone].
Sincerely,
Original Signed By.
Coleen K Sullins
Coleen Sullins, P.E.
Supervisor, NPDES Permits Group
cc: 4s1�eUiW-1e 12eg on°a1=Office
Permits and Engineering Unit
Central Files

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources A
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Division of Environmental Management
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James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor p � H N Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary
Nann B. Guthrie, Regional Manager
Asheville Regional Office
WATER QUALITY SECTION
March 9, 1994
Mr. R. Wayne Silver
Assistant Superintendent
McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Status: In -Compliance
McDowell High School
NPDES°Permit No. NC0067121
Wastew er Treatment Facility
McD ell County
Dear Mr Silver:
.A Compliance Sampling Inspection of the wastewater treatment
facility serving McDowell High School was conducted on February 25, 1994.
A copy of the inspection report is attached for your information.
The facility appeared to be operated and maintained in a
satisfactory manner and the results of samples collected during the
inspection indicate compliance with NPDES Permit limits. Please refer to
the inspection report for the effluent results.
Should you have questions or need assistance, please call me at
704/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Milchael R. Parker
Environmental Chemist
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Fluoride 951 mg/I
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/1
Grease and Oils 556 mg/I
Hardness Total900 mg/I
Specific Cond. 95 uMhos/cm2
MBAS 38260 mg/l
Phenols 32730 ug/l
Sulfate 945 mgA
Sulfide 745 mg/I
NH3 as N 610 mg/1
TKN as N 625 mg/I
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mg/1
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Cu-Copper 1042 ug/I
Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/I
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Zn-Zinc 1092 ug/l
Ag-Silver 1077 ug/l
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State of North Carolina
•- - Depar"ent of Envir(sient, .
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard,, Jr., P.E., Director
April 18,1995
Mr. Carroll Hensley
P. O. Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 28752
Subject: NPDES Permit Issuance
Permit No. NCO067121
McDowell County Schools -McDowell High
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Hensley:
In accordance with the application for a discharge permit, the Division is forwarding herewith the
subject NPDES 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 US Environmental
Protection Agency dated December 6, 1983.
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, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7447. Unless such demand is
made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please take notice this permit is not transferable. Part II, EA addresses the requirements to be
followed in case of change in ownership or control of this discharge.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by
the Division of Environmental Management or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, .
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 Mr. Dana Bolden at telephone
number-[phone], extension 518.
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
David & Goodrich
A. Preston. Howard, Jr., P. E.
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Asheville Regional Office
Mr. Roosevelt Childress, EPA
Permits and Engineering
Facilities Assessment Unit
Operator Training and Certification Unit
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
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" Permit N00067121
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
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,
McDowell County Schools
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
McDowell Senior High School
on US Highway 70
southwest of Garden Creek
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as Catawba River in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in
Parts I, II, and III hereof.
This permit shall become effective June 1, 1995
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on April 30, 1995
Signed this day April 18, 1995
Original Signed By
David A. Goodrich
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
McDowell County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to:
Permit No. NC0067121
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.050 MGD wastewater treatment facility consisting of a bar screen,
a contact stabilization package treatment system, flow meter with recorder, and effluent chlorination
system located at McDowell Senior High School, on US 70 near the intersection with US 221,
McDowell County, (See Part III of the Permit), and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an unnamed
tributary to the Catawba River which is classified C in the Catawba River Basin.
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A. (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FINAL
Permit No. NCO067121
During the period beginning on the effective date of the pen -nit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics
Flow
BOD, 5-Day, 20°C"
Total Suspended Residue"
NH3 as N -
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Total Nitrogen (NO2 + NO3 + TKN)
Total Phosphorous
Discharge Limitations
Monitoring
Requirements
Measurement
. Samnle
'Sample
Monthly. Avg. Weekly Avg,
Daily Max.
Frequency
Type
Location
0.050 MGD
Continuous
Recording
I or E
30.0 mg/I
45.0 mg/l
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30.0 mg/I
45.0 mg/I
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200.0 /100 ml
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Grab
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Quarterly
Composite
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Sample locations: E - Effluent, I -Influent
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units at the effluent. Effluent monitoring shall be conducted weekly by grab
samples.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

PART I
Section B. Schedule of Compliance
1. The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations specified for discharges in
accordance with the following schedule:
Permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the permit unless
specified below.
2. Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the
existing facilities at optimum efficiency.
3. No later than 14 calendar days following a date identified in the above schedule of compliance,
the permittee shall submit either a report of progress or, in the case of specific actions being
required by identified dates, a written notice of compliance or noncompliance. In the latter
case, the notice shall include the cause of noncompliance, any remedial actions taken, and the
probability of meeting the next schedule requirements.

Part II
Page 2 of 14
a. The "average monthly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of
the concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar month
on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured during such month (arithmetic mean of the daily
concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a
composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average monthly count for
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a
calendar month.. This. limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit.
b. The "average weekly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week
(Sunday/Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the
number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such week (arithmetic mean of
the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration
of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by
flow value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average weekly count
for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during
a calendar week. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" under "Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily concentration" is the concentration of a pollutant discharge during a
calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day the concentration of
pollutant calculated from it is the "Maximum Daily Concentration".' It is identified as
"Daily Maximum" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
d. The "average annual concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar year on
which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured during such year (arithmetic mean of the daily
concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a
composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average yearly count for
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a
calendar year. This limitation is identified as "Annual Average" under "Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit.
e. The "daily average concentration" (for dissolved oxygen) is the minimum allowable amount
of dissolved oxygen required to be available in the effluent prior to discharge averaged
over a calendar day. If only one dissolved oxygen sample is taken over a calendar day, the
sample is considered to be the "daily average concentration" for the discharge. It is
identified as "daily average" in the text of Part I.
f. 'Ile "quarterly average concentration" is the average of all samples taken over a calendar
quarter. It is identified as "Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Part I of the permit.
g. A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through
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C. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by flow value means the summation of each
concentration times its respective flow divided by the summation of the respective flows.
10. Calendar Day
A calendar day is defined as 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.
11. Hazardous Substance
A hazardous substance means any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to
Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
12. Toxic Pollutant
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
SECTION B. GENERAL CON )MONS
1. Duto o 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.
a. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under
section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage
sludge use or disposal established under section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the
time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards
for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to
incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to
a civil penalty not to exceed $25,OOQ per day for each violation. Any person who
negligently violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to
$25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both. Any
person who knowingly violates permit conditions 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. Also,
any person who violates a permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not
to exceed $10,000 per violation with the maximum amount not to exceed $125,000. [Ref:
Section 309 of the Federal Act 33 U.S.C. 1319 and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)]
c. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) 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. [Ref: North Carolina General Statutes
§ 143-215.6A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating
section 301, 302, 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. 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.

If the pennittee 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.
10. Extiiration 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.
NNW
.All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed and certified.
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
employing more than 250 persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures
exceeding 25 million (in second quarter 1980 dollars), if 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.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized
representative of that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
0) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibilityfor
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.

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2. der QReration 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 permitter, 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 operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities or similar systems which are
installed by a permittee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the
conditions of the permit.
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.
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Definitions
p) 'Bypass" means 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.
(2) "Severe property damage" means 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 does not mean economic loss caused by
delays in production.
b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
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 subjecrto the provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
(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 affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
required in Part II, E. 6. of this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
p) Bypass 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
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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 Part 503. The permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 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 rcquitzment. 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 DEM
Regulation, Title 15A, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability,
charge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power
to prevent the dis
failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of
inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in
diluted by any other
this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month
and reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1,1.1, 2,
3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the
case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
following address:
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
RE—gre MR-n
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 are consistent with the accepted capability of .
that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum
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8. Inspection and Entry
The permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized
contractor acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and
other documents as may be required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records. must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the
conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control
equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or
as otherwise authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any
location.
SECTION E. REPORTING REQU REhMN 1'C.
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. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining
whether a facility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 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 which are subject neither to
effluent limitations; in the permit, nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 122.42
(a) (1)
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the permittee's sludge use or
disposal practices, land such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of
permit conditions' that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including
notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application
process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncom lance
The permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted
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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.
9. NoncomRUance 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. Anyoccurrence 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 in letter form
within 5 days following first knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2)' or Section 308 of
the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be
available for public inspection at the offices of the Division of Environmental Management. As
required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided
for in NCGS 143-215,1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any record or other document submitted.or required to be
maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or
noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per
violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two -years per violation, or by both.

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E) POTW Connection Requirements
The Permittee shall evaluate the potential.for discontinuing this discharge by connecting the McDowell
Senior High School to the City of Marion sewer system. This evaluation must be submitted along with
the renewal application no later than 180 days prior to expiration of this permit and must include a
complete cost estimate for connection to the City's system.

PART IV
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE REQUMMAENTS
IV
A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within 30
(thirty) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in
accordance with 15A NCAC 211.0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to
revoke the permit.

RATING SCALE FOR CLASS[ ATION OF WATER POLLUTION ( TROL SYSTEMS
Name of Facility:
Owner or Contact
Mailing Address:
County: /1l Qz2a!A�e /i Telephone: 7041—
Present Classification: C-/As3 New Facility Existing Facility c�
NPDES Per. No. NC00 / Nondisc. Per. No.WQ Health Dept.Per No.
Rated by: 41.'e- l a2. 4,L/t-- Telephone: 7oX—orl-6ZoA Date:o2 0S v
Reviewed by: Health Dept. Telephone:
,c,k Regional Office Telephone:
Central Office Telephone:
ORC: Grade: Telephone:
Check Classification(s): Subsurface Spray Irrigation _Land Application
Wastewater Classification: (Circle One) I _0 III IV Total Points: 3 C
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SUBSURFACE CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1. septic tanks
2. pump tanks
3. siphon or pump -dosing systems
4. sand filters
5. grease trap/interceptor
6. oil/water separators
7. gravity subsurface treatment and disposal:
8. pressure subsurface treatment and disposal:
SPRAY IRRIGATION CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1. preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 )
2.
lagoons
3.
septic tanks
4.
pump tanks
5.
pumps
6.
sand filters
7.
grease trap/interceptor
8.
oil/water separators
9.
disinfection
10.
chemical addition for nutrient/algae control
11.
spray irrigation of wastewater
In addition to the above classifications, pretreatment of wastewater In excess of these components shall
be rated using the point rating system and will require an operator with an appropriate dual certification.
LAND APPLICATION/RESIDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Applies only to permit holder)
1. Land application of biosolids, residuals or contaminated soils on a designated site.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY CLASSIFICATION
The following systems shall be assigned a Class I classification, unless the flow is of a significant quantity or the technology is unusually
complex, to require consideration by the Commission on a case -by -case basis: (Check N Appropriate)
1. OiVwater Separator Systems consisting only of physical separation, pumps and disposal;
2. Septic Tank/Sand Filter Systems consisting only of septic tanks, dosing apparatus, pumps,sand filters, disinfection
and direct discharge;
3. Lagoon Systems consisting only of preliminary treatment, lagoons, pumps, disinfection, necessary chemical treatment for
algae or nutrient control, and direct discharge;
4. Closed -loop Recycle Systems;
5. Groundwater Remediation Systems consisting only of oil/water separators, pumps, air -stripping, carbon adsorption, disinfection
and disposrJ;
6. Aquacufture operations with discharge to surface waters:
7. Water Plant sludge handling and back -wash water treatment;
8. Seafobd processing consisting of screening and disposal.
9. Single-family discharging systems, with the exception of Aerobic Treatment Units, will be classified if permitted after July 1,
1993 or if upon Inspection by the Division, it is found that the system is not being adequately operated or maintained. Such
systems will be notified of the classification or reclassification by the Commission, in writing.

The following
scale is
used for rating wastewater treatment facilities: (circle appropriate points)
REM POINTS
I
(1)
Industrial Pretreatment Units or Industrial Pretreatment Program (see defintion No. 33)...................................................4
(2)
DESIGN FLOW OF PLANT IN gpd [not applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge handling facilities for
water purification
plants, totally closed cycle systems(see definition No. 11), and facilities consisting only of hem
(4)(d) or
Items (4)(d) and (11)(d)]
0 - 20,000................................................................................................................................................3
20,001 - 50,000.....................................................................................................................................
50,001 - 100,000....................................................................................................................................
100,001 25 0, 00 0...................................................................................................................................4
250.001 500,000 ...................................................................................................................................5
500,001 1,000,000 ................................................................................................................................8
1,000,001 - 2,000,000...........................................................................................................................10
2.000.001 (and up) rate 1 point additional for each 200,000.gpd capacity up to a maximum of .................30
Design Flow (gpd)
(3)
PRELIMINARY t1NRS/PROCESSES (see definition No.32)
(a)
BarScreens...........................................................................................................................................
(b)
or
Mechanical Screens, Static Screens or Comminuting Devices..........................................................................2
(c)
Grit Removal..............................................................................................................................................1
(d)
or
Mechanical or Aerated Grit Removal.............................................................................................................2
Flow Measuring Device
(e)
...........................................................................................................................
or
(f)
Instrumented Flow Measurement.............................................................................................................
(g)
Preaerallon...............................................................................................................................................2
(h)
Influent Flow Equalization..........................................................................................................................2
2
i
Grease or Oil Separators - Gravity
Mechanical................................................................................................................................................3
DissolvedAir Flotation ................................................................................................................................8
(1)
Prechlorination..........................................................................................................................................5
(4)
PRIMARY TREATMENT U F&PROCESSES
(a)
Septic Tank (see definition No. 43)............................................................................................................2
(b)
Imhoff Tank..............................................................................................................................................5
(c)
(d)
Primary Clarffiers.........................................................................................................................................5
Settling Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic Non -toxic Materials (sludge handling facilities for water
purification plants, sand, gravel, stone, and other mining operations except recreational activities such as gem
orgold mining)........................................................................................................................................2
(5)
SECONDARY TREATMENT LJNnWROCESSES
(a)
Carbonaceous Stage
(I) Aeration -High Purity Oxygen System..............................................................................
DiffusedAir System....................................................................................................
Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating or rotor)..................................................................8
SeparateSludge Reaerallon.............................................................................................3
(il) Trickling Filter
HighRate.......................................................................................................................7
StandardRate...............................................................................................................5
PackedTower................................................................................................................5
(III) Biological Aerated Filter or Aerated Biological Filter ............................................................1 0
(iv) Aerated Lagoons..........................................................................................................10
(v) Rotating Biological Contactore.......................................................................................10
(VI) Sand Filters -intermittent biological..................................................................................2
Recirculatingbiological....................................................................................................3
(vil) Stabilization Lagoons....................................................................................................
(vill) Clarifier ........................................................................................................ s............
(ix) Single stage system for combined carbonaceous removal of BOD and nitrogenous removal by
nitrification (see definition No. 12)(Points for this hem have to be in addition to hems
(5)(a)(1) through (5)(a)(viil),
utilizing the extended aeration process (see definition No.3a)..........................................2
utilizing other than the extended aeration process............................................................8
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance BOD removal......................................................................5
(xl) Biological Culture ('Super Bugs')addhion........................................................................5
(b)
Nitrogenous Stage
(I) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System............................................................................20
DiffusedAir System............................................................. ....................... 10
Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating or rotor) ........... ...... .............................................. 2
SeparateSludge Reaeration............................................................................................3
(ll) Trickling Fllter-High Rate...................................................................................................7
StandardRate...............................................................................................................5
PackedTower..................................................................................................................5
(111) Biological Aerated Filter or Aerated Biological Filter .............................................................10
(Iv) Rotating Biological Contactors ......................................................................................10
2
(v) Sand Filter - Intermittent biological.................................................................................
Recirculatingbiological.....................................................................................................3
(VI) Clarifier..........................................................................................................................5
(6)
TERTIARYORADVANCEDTREATMl LJNffSrPROCESSES
(a)
Activated Carbon Beds -
withwutcarbon regeneration...................................................................................................5
withcarbon regeneration.......................................................................................................15
(b)
Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed -
withoutcarbon regeneration.................................................................................................5
withcarbon regeneration.....................................................................................................15
(c)
Air stripping............................................................................................................................................10
(d)
Denitrtffcation Process..............................................................................................................................
(e)
Electrodlalysis............................................................................................................................................5
(f)
Foam Separation.......................................................................................................................................5
(g)
(h)
Ion Exchange............................................................................................................................................5
Land Application of Treated Effluent (see definition No. 22b) (not applicable for sand, gravel, stone
and other similar mining operations) by high rate Infiltration ........... ......................................... ................... 4
(i)
())
Microscreens...........................................................................................................................................20
Phosphorous Removal by Biological Processes (See definition No. 28)........................................................
(k)
Polishing Ponds - without aeration............................................................................................................ 2
withaeration..................................................................................................................5

diffusedor mechanical........................................................................................................2
• (m)
Reverse Osmosis........................................................................................................................................5
-. (n)
Sand or N Aedia Filters - low rate................................................................................................2
highrate.............................................................5
(o)
Treatment I ses for removal of metal or cyanide...................................................................................1 5
(p)
treatment processes for removal of toxic materials other than metal or cyanide .............................................. i 5
(7) SLUDGETREATMENT
(a)
Sludge Digestion Tank - Heated (anaerobic)...............................................................................................}�Q�
Aerobic............................................................................................................................................1.5/
Unheated(anaerobic)................................................................................................................................3
(b)
Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thermal)...................................................................................................5
(c)
Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity......................................................................................................................2
VacuumAssisted........................................................................:.............................................................5
(d)
Sludge Elutriation......................................................................................................................................5
(e)
Sludge Condhioner (chemical or thermal)....................................................................................................5
(f )
Sludge Thickener (gravity).........................................................................................................................5
(g)
Dissolved Air Flotation Unit [not applicable to a unit rated as(3)(i)].............................................................8
(h)
Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage).............................................................................................2
(1)
Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated...................................................................................................................5
Nor-aerated.............................................................................................................................................2
(J)
Sludge Incinerator (not Including activated carbon regeneration)................................................................10
(k)
Vacuum Filter, Centrifuge, or Filler Press or other similar dewatering devices ........................
(8) RESIDUALS UTILIZATION/DISPOSAL (including incinerated ash)
(a)
Lagoons...................................................................................................................................................2
(b)
Land Application (surface and subsurface) (see definition 22a)
by contracting to a land application operator or landfill operator who holds the land application permit
orlandfill permit ........................................................................................................................................2
(c)
Dedicated Landfill(budal) by the permittee of the wastewater treatment facility:.............................................5
(9) DISINi ECTICN
(a)
Chlorination..........................................................................................................................................
(b)
Dechlorination..........................................................................................................................................5
(c)
Ozone......................................................................................................................................................5
(d)
Radiation.................................................................................................................................................5
(10) CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM(S) ( see definition No. 9) [not applicable to chemical additions rated as hem (3)0),
(5)(a)(xi),
(6)(a), (6)(b), (7)(b), (7)(e), (9a), (9)(b) or (9)(c) 5 points each:
List.......................................................................................................................................5
....................................................................................................................................5
...................................................................................................................................5
..................................................................................................................................... 5
(1 1) MISCELLANEOUS UNiTWPROCESSES
(a)
Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Settling Ponds for Organic or Toxic Materials Including wastes from mining
operations containing nitrogen or phosphorus compounds in amounts significantly greater than is common
fordomestic wastewater............................................................................................................................4
(b)
Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage basins which are inherent In land application systems).....2
(c)
Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins Inherent In land application systems)..................................5
(d)
Pumps......................................................................................................................................................3
(a)
Stand -By Power Supply.............................................................................................................................3
(f)
Thermal Pollution Control Device.................................................................................................................3
TOTALPOINTS..........................................................................�LZ
CLASSIFICATION
ClassI...........................................................................................................5-25 Points
Class11.........................................................................................................26-50 Points
classIII........................................................................................................51-65 Points
ClassN.......................................................................................................66-Up Points
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Facilhies having a rating of one through
four points, Inclusive, do not require a certified operator.
Facilities having an activated sludge process will be assigned a minimum classification of Class 11.
Facilities having treatment processes for the removal of metal or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II.
Facilities having treatment processes for the biological removal of phosphorus will be assigned a minimum classification of Class Ill.
MM DEFINITIONS
The following definitions shall apply throughout this Subchapter.
(1) Activated Carbon Beds. A physical/chemical method for reducing soluble organic material from wastewater effluent; The column -type beds used in this
method will have a flow rate varying from two to eight gallons per minute per square foot and may be either upflow or downfiow carbon beds.. Carbon may or
may not be regenerated on the wastewater treatment plant she;
(2) Aerated Lagoons. A basin in which all solids are maintained in suspension and by which biological oxidation or organic matter is reduced through artificially
accelerated transfer of oxygen on a flow -through basis;
(3) Aeration. A process of bringing about intimate contact between air or high purity oxygen in a liquid by spraying, aghatlon or diffuslon;(3a) Extended
Aeration. An activated sludge process utilizing a minimum hydraulic detention time of 18 hours.
(4) Agriculturally managed site. Any she on which a crop is produced, managed, and harvested (Crop includes grasses, grains, trees, etc.);
(5) Air Stripping. A process by which the ammonium Ion Is first converted to dissolved ammonia (pH adjustment) with the ammonia then released to the
atmosphere by physical means; or other similar processes which remove petroleum products such as benzene, toluene, and xylene;
(6) Carbon Regeneration. The regeneration of exhausted carbon by the use of a furnace to provide extremely high temperatures which volatilize and oxidize the
absorbed Impurities•
(7) Carbonaceous Stage. A stage of wastewater treatment designed to achieve 'secondary' effluent limits;
(a) Centrifuge. A mechanical device in which centrifugal force is used to separate solids from liquids or to separate liquids of different denshlas;
(9) Chemical Addition Systems- The addition of chemical(s) to wastewater at an application point for purposes of Improving solids removal, pH adjustment,
alkalinhy control, etc.; the capability to experiment with different chemicals and different application points to achieve a specific result will be considered one
system; the capability to add chemical(s) to dual units will be rated as one system; capability to add a chemical at a different application points for different
purposes will resuh in the systems being rated as separate systems;
(10) Chemical Sludge Conditioning. The addition of a chemical compound such as lime, ferric chloride, or a polymer to wet sludge to coalesce the mass prior to
its application to a dewatering device;
(11) Closed Cycle Systems. Use of holding ponds or holding tanks for containment of wastewater containing Inorganic, non -toxic materials from sand, gravel,
crushed stone or other similar operations. Such systems shall carry a maximum of two points regardless of pumping facilities or any other appurtenances;
(12) Combined Removal of Carbonaceous BOO and Nitrogenous Removal by Nitrification- A single stage system required to achieve permit effluent limits on BOD
and ammonia nitrogen within the same biological reactor,
(13) Dechlorination. The partial or complete reduction of residual chlorine in a liquid by any chemical or physical process;
(14) Denitrification Process. The conversion of nitrate-nitrogen to nitrogen gas;

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(15) Electrodiatysis. Process for removing lonb, its from water through the use o1 Ion -selective Ion-excha embranes;
(16) Filter Press. A process operated mechanicany for partially dewatering sludge;
(17) Foam Separation. The planned frothing of wastewater or wastewater effluent as a means of removing excessive amounts of detergent materials through
the Introduction of air in the form of fine bubbles; also called foam fractionation;
(18) Grit Removal. The process of removing grk and other heavy mineral matter from wastewater;
(19) Imhoff Tank. A deep two story wastewater tank consisting of an upper sedimentation chamber and a lower sludge digestion chamber.
(20) Instrumented Flow Measurement. A device which Indicates and records rate of flow;
(21) Ion Exchange. A chemical process in which Ions from two different molecules are exchanged;
(22) Land application:
(a) Sludge Disposal. A final sludge disposal method by which wet sludge may be applied to land either by spraying on the surface or by subsurface injection
(i.e.. chisel plow); (not applicable for types of sludge described in (11) of this Rule]:
(b) Treated Effluent. The process of spraying treated wastewater onto a land area or other methods of application of wastewater onto a land area as a
means of final disposal or treatment;
(23) Microscreen. A low speed, continuously back -washed, rotating drum filter operating under gravity conditions as a polishing method for removing
suspended solids from effluent;
(24) Nitrification Process. The biochemical conversion of unoxidized nitrogen (ammonia and organic nitrogen) to oxidized nitrogen (usually nitrate);
(25) Nitrogenous Stage. A separate stage of wastewater treatment designed for the specific purpose of converting ammonia nitrogen to nitrate nitrogen;
(26) Phosphate Removal, Biological. The removal of phosphorus from wastewater by an oxiclanoxic process designed to enhance luxury uptake of phosphorus
by the microorganisms-
(27) Polishing Pond. A holding pond following secondary treatment with sufficient detention time to allow settling of finely suspended solids;
(28) Post Aeration. Aeration following conventional secondary treatment units to Increase effluent D.O. or for any other purpose;
(29) Post Aeration. (Cascade) A polishing method by which dissolved oxygen is added to the effluent by a nonmechanical, gravity means of flowing down a
series of steps or weirs; The flow occurring across the steps or weirs moves in a fairly thin layer and the operation of the cascade requires no operator
adjustment; thus, zero points are assigned even though this is an essential step to meeting the limits of the discharge permit;
(30) Powdered to Granular Activated Carbon Feed. A biophysical carbon process that utilizes biological activity, and organic absorption by using powdered or
granular activated carbon; Virgin or regenerated carbon is feed controlled into the system;
(31) Preaeration. A tank constructed to provide aeration prior to primary treatment;
(32) Preliminary Units. Unit operations in the treatment process, such as screening and comminution, that prepare the liquor for subsequent major operations;
(33) Industrial Pretreatment.
(a) Pre-treatment Unit, Industrial. The conditioning of a waste at its source before discharge, to remove or to neutralize substances injurious to sewers and
treatment processes or to effect a partial reduction in load on the treatment process which is operated by the same governing body as'the wastewater
treatment plant being rated;
b) Pre-treatment Program, Industrial - must be a State or EPA required program to receive points on the rating sheet;
(34) Primary Clarifiers. The first settling tanks through which wastewater is passed In a treatment ,works for the purpose of removing settleable and suspended
solids and BOD which Is associated with the solids;
(35) Pumps. All influent, effluent and in -plant pumps;
(36) Radiation. Disinfection or sterilization process utilizing devices emitting ultraviolet or gamma rays;
(37) Reverse Osmosis. A treatment process In which a heavy contaminated liquid is pressurized through a membrane forming nearly pure liquid free from
suspended solids;
(38) Rotating Biological Contractors. A fixed biological growth process in which wastewater flows through tanks in which a series of partially submerged circular
surfaces are rotated;
(39) Sand Filters:
(a) Intermittent Biological. Filtration of effluent following septic tanks, lagoons, or some other treatment process in which further blodecomposhlon is
expected to produce desired effluents; Hydraulic loading rates on these filters are computed in gpd/ac and have a resulting low gpm/sf (less than one);
b) Recirculating biological - the same type of sand filter as defined in Subparagraph (39) (a) of this Rule with the added capability to recycle effluent back
through the sand filter,
(40) Sand or Mixed-Medla Filters. A polishing process by which effluent limits are achieved through a further reduction of suspended solids;
(a) low rate — gravity, hydraulically loaded filter with loading rates in the one to three gpm/sf range;
(b) high rate — a pressure, hydraulically loaded filter with loading rates in the five gpm/sf range- At arty rate, the loading rate will exceed three gprr✓s1;
(41) Secondary Clarifiers. A tank which follows the biological unit of treatment plant and which has the purpose of removing sludges associated with the
biological treatment units;
(42) Separate Sludge Reaeration. A part of the contact stabilization process where the activated sludge is transferred to a tank and aerated before returning it
to the contact basin;
(43) Septic Tank A single -story settling tank In which settled sludge is in contact with the wastewater flowing through the tank; shall not be applicable for
septic tank systems serving single family residences having capacity of 2.000 gallons or less which discharge to a nitrification field;
(44) Sludge Digestion. The process by which organic or volatile matter and sludge Is gasified, liquefied, mineralized or converted into more stable organic matter
through the activity of living organisms, which Includes aerated holding tanks;
(45) Sludge Drying Beds. An area comprising natural or artificial layers of porous materials upon which digested sewage sludge Is dried by drainage and
evaporation;
(46) Sludge Elutdation. A process of sludge conditioning in which certain constituents are removed by successive washings with fresh water or plant effluent;
(47) Sludge Gas Utilization The process of using sewage gas for the purpose of heating buildings, driving engiries, etc.;
(48) Sludge Holding Tank (Aerated and Nonaerated). A tank utilized for small wastewater treatment plants not containing a digester In which sludge may be
kept fresh, and supernatant withdrawn prior to a drying method (i.e. sludge drying beds); This may be done by adding a small amount of air simply to keep the
sludge fresh, but not necessarily an amount that would be required to achieve stabilization of organic matter. A nonaerafed tank would simply be used to
decant sludge prior to dewatering and would not allow long periods (several days of detention) without resulting odor problems;
(49) Sludge Incinerators. A furnace designed to bum sludge and to remove all moisture and combustible materials and reduce the sludge to a sterile ash;
(50) Sludge Stabilization (Chemical or Thermal). A process to make treated sludge less odorous and putresccble, and to reduce the pathogenic organism
content; This may be done by pH adjustment, chlorine dosing, or by heat treatment;
(51) Sludge Thickener. A type of sedimentation tank in which the sludge Is permitted to settle and thicken through agitation and gravity;
(52) Stabilization Lagoon. A type of oxidation lagoon In which biological oxidation of organic matter is effecled,by natural transfer of oxygen to the water from
air (not a polishing pond);
(53) Stand -By Power Supply. On site or portable electrical generating equipment;
(54) Static Screens. A stationary screen designed to remove solids, including non -biodegradable particulate (floatable solids, suspended solids and BOD
reduction) from municipal and Industrial wastewater treatment systems;
(55) Tertiary Treatment. A. stage of treatment following secondary which is primarily for the purpose of effluent polishing; A settling lagoon or sand or coal filter
might be employed for this purpose;
(56) Thermal Pollution Control Device. A device providing for the transfer of heal from a fluid flowing In tubes to another fluid outside the tubes, or vice versa;
or other means of regulating liquid temperatures;
(57) Thermal Sludge Conditioner. A conditioning process by which heat is added for a protracted period of time to Improve the dewaterabliky of sludge by the
solubilizing and hydreulizing of the smaller and more highly hydrated sludge particles;
(58) Toxic Materials. Those wastes or combinations of wastes, Including disease -causing agents which after discharge and upon exposure, Ingestion, Inhalation
or assimilation Into arty organism, either directly from the environment or Indirectly by ingestion through food chains, will cause death, disease, behavioral
abnormalities. cancer, genetic mutations, physiological malfunctions (Including malfunctions In reproduction) or physical deformations, in such organisms or their
offspring; Toxic materials include, by way of Illustration and not limitation: lead, cadmium, chromium, mercury, vanadium, arsenic, zinc, ortho-nitro-chlorobenzene
(ONCB), polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and dichlorodiphenyl trichloroethane (DDT); and any other materials that have or may hereafter be determined to have
toxic properties;
(59) Trickling Filter. A biological treatment unit consisting of a material such as broken stone or rock over which wastewater Is distributed; A high rate trickling
filter is one which operated at between 10 and 30 mgd per acre. A low rate trickling filter is one which is designed to operate at one to four mgd per acre;
(60) Trickling Filter (Packed Tower). A plug flow type of operation In which wastewater flows down through successive layers of media or filtrate material; Organic
material is removed continually by the active biological fixed growth in each successive layer. This method may produce 'secondary' quality effluent, or may be
adapted to produce a rAtrffled effluent;
(61) Vacuum Filter, Centrifuges, or Filter Presses. Devices which are designed to remove excess water from either digested or undigested sludge prior to disposal
or further treatment.

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SOC PRIORITY PROJEC;'1': Yes No
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Dana Bolden
DATE: October 3, 1994
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY McDowell
PERMIT NUMBER NCO067121
PART I = GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: McDowell Senior High School
c/o McDowell County Schools
Post Office Box 130
Marion, North Carolina 27652
2. Date of Investigation: February 25, 1994
3. Report Prepared By: Michael R. Parker
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Carroll Hensley
704/251-4535
5. Directions to Site: The wastewater treatment facility is
located a McDowell High School which is located 0.75 miles
west of the intersection of of U. S. Highways 70 and 221.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 350 41' 45" Longitude: 820 03' 30"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. E10NE U.S.G.S. Quad Name Marion, West, N. C.
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
X Yes No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included):
Upland, not subject to flooding.
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9. Location of nearest dwelling: Greater than 500 ft.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Catawba River
a. Classification: Class C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: CTB 30
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream
uses: fish and wildlife propagation, fishing, irrigation,
wading, canoeing.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
0
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted 0.050 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted ,capacity of the -Wastewater'
Treatment facility? 0.050 MGD
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current
design capacity 0.050 MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two years:
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: The existing
wastewater treatment facilities consist of a bar screen,
contact stabilization package treatment system, flow meter
with recorder and effluent chlorination system.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities: NA
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters:
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only):
in development approved
should be required not needed
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
Permit Number
Residuals Contractor
Telephone Number
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
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c. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify): Sludge is
removed by a licensed septic tank hauler.
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
Class II.
4. SIC Codes (s) : 8211
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 03 Secondary
Main Treatment Unit Code:09007
PART- III - OTHER PERTINENT -INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds
or are any public monies involved. (municipals only)?
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests:
3. Important SOC, JOC,. or . Compliance Schedule dates: (Please
indicate)
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all
of the non -discharge options available. Please provide regional
perspective for each option evaluated.
Spray Irrigation:
Connection to Regional Sewer System: School system should evaluate
connecting to the City of Marion's municipal system. Cost
estimates should be developed for construction of a sewer line to
connect to the city and submitted with the next permit
application.
Subsurface:
Other disposal options:
5. Other Special Items:
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PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
McDowell County Board of Eduction has requested renewal of NPDES Permit
No. NC0039446 for the continued operation of the contact stabilization
package treatment system serving McDowell High School. The system
appears to be operating properly, based on the last inspection
(2/25/94).
Since municipal sewer is located less than 1/2 mile of the discharge
location it is recommended that the school system ev4luate the cost of
connecting to the City of Marion's system and submit those costs to the
Divison with the next permit application.
It is recommended that the permit be issued.
Water'Quality Regional Supervisor
Date
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RATING SCALE FOR CLASSIFICATION OF WATER POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Name of Facility:
Owner or Contact
Mailing Address: P 0. �Soc /_� D i'4,9 2gi)Aj N• C a 7S 2-
County: hCAY-�QJI Telephone: 70V-
Present Classification: cm_S.=--,AT New Facility Existing Facility c�
NPDES Per. No. NC00 71,2Ll Nondisc. Per. No.WQ Health Dept.Per No.
Rated by: ad:c_ e! /2_ orcA— Telephone: Date:
Reviewed
Reviewed by: 14
Health Dept. Telephone:
Meet- C Regional Office
Central. Office
ORC: Grade:
Check'-Classification(s): Subsurface Spray Irrigation
Wastewater Classification: (Circle One) 1 III IV
Telephone:
Telephone:
Telephone:
Land Application
Total Points: _3 D
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SUBSURFACE CLASSIFfCAMON
(check all
units that apply)
1e
septic tanks
2.
pump tanks
3e
siphon or pump -dosing systems
4.
sand filters
5.
grease trap/interceptor
6.
oil/water separators
7.
gravity subsurface treatment and disposal:
8.
pressure subsurface treatment and disposal:
SPRAY IRRIGATION CLASSIFiCATION
(check all units that apply)
1. preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 i
2, lagoons
3. septic tanks
4. pump tanks
5. pumps
6. sand filters
7. grease trapinterceptor
8. oil/water separators
9. disinfection
10. chemical addition for nutrient/algae control
11. spray irrigation of wastewater
In addition to the above classifications, pretreatment of wastewater in excess of these components shall
be rated using the point rating system and will require an operator with an appropriate dual certification.
LAND APPLICATION/RESIDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Applies only to permit holder)
1. Land application of biosolids, residuals or contaminated soils on a designated site.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY CLASSIFICATION
The following systems shall be assigned a Class I classification, 11II1ess the flow is of a significant quantity or the technology is unusually
complex, to require consideration by the Commission on a case -by -case basis: (Check if Appropriate)
1. Oil/water Separator Systems consisting only of phys;='' separation, pumps and di ipos ;
2. Septic Tank/Sand Filter Systems consisting only of septic tanks; dosing apparatus, pumps,sand filters, disinfection
and direct discharge;
3. Lagoon Systems consisting only of preliminary treatment, lagoons, pumps, disinfection, necessary chemical treatment for
algae or nutrient control, and direct discharge;
4. Closed -loop Recycle Systems;
5. Groundwater Remediation Systems consisting only of oil/water separators, pumps, air -stripping, carbon adsorption, disinfection
and dlspos.J;
6. Aquaculture operations with discharge to surface waters;
7. Water Plant sludge handling and back -wash water treatment;
8. Seafood processing consisting of screening and disposal.
9. Single-family discharging systems, with the exception of Aerobic Treatment Units, will be classified it permitted after July 1,
1993 or if upon inspection by the Division, it is found that the system is not being adequately operated of maintained. Such
systems will be notified of the classification or reclassification by the Commission, in writing.

The following scale is used for rating wastewater treatment facilities. kt;ircle appropriate points)
ITEM POINTS
(1) Industrial Pretreatment Units or Industrial Pretreatment Program (see deflnhion,No. 33)............. ................................. :....4
(2) DESIGN FLOW OF PLANT IN gpd [not applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge handling facilities for
water purification plants, totally closed cycle systems(see definition No. 11), and facilities consisting only of Item
(4)(d) or Items (4)(d) and (11)(d)]
0 - 20,000............. :...................... :.................................................................... :..........................................
20.001 - 50,000.....................................................................................................................................
. -
100,001 - 250,000...............................................................::...........................................................7......4
250.001 500.000 .....................................................................:.............................................................5
500,001 1,000,000 ..............................................................................:.................................................8
1.000.001 - 2.000,000......................................................................:....................................................10
2,000,001 (and up) rate 1 point additional for each 200.000-gpd capacity up to�a;maxlmum.of .:....:.:........30
Design Flow (gpd)
(3) PRELIMINARY
(a)
UNITS/PROCESSES (see definition No.32)
Bar Screens...........................................................................................................................................
or
(b)
Mechanical Screens, Static Screens or Comminuting Devices..........................................................................2
(c)
Grit Removal..............................................................................................................................................1
or
(d)
Mechanical or Aerated Grit Removal.............................................................................................................2 ..
(e)
Flow Measuring Device.............................................................................................................................
(f)
or
Instrumented Flow Measurement.............................................................................................................. 4�P
(g)
Preaeratlon...............................................................................................................................................2
(h)
Influent Flow Equalization..........................................................................................................................2
(i)
Grease or Oil Separators - Gravity.................................................................................................................2
Mechanical.................................................................................................................................................3
..Dissolved Air Flotatlon....................................................... .....................8-
(1)
Prechlorination..........................................................................................................................................5
(4) PRIMARY TREATMENT U IPS/PROCESSES
(a)
Septic Tank (see definition No. 43)............................................................................................................2
(b)
Imhoff Tank...............................................................................................................................................5
(c)
Primary Clarfflers.........................................................................................................................................J5
(d)
Settling Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic Nontoxic Materials (sludge handling facilities for water
purification plants. sand, gravel, stone, and other mining operations except recreational activities such as gem
orgold mining)........................................................................................................................................2
(5) SECONDARYTREATMBVT UJITWPROCESSES
(a)
Carbonaceous Stage
(i) Aeratlon-High Purity Oxygen System...............................................................................?.Q_
DiffusedAir System..............................................................................................._.....
Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating or rotor)...................................................................8
Separate Sludge Reaeralion......................................:...................................................... 3
(11) Trickling Filter
HighRate.......................................................................................................................7
StandardRate...............................................................................................................5
PackedTower................................................................................................................5
(III) Biological Aerated Filter or Aerated Biological Filter............................................................1 0
(IV) Aerated Lagoons..........................................................................................................10
(v) Rotating Biological Contactors......................................................................................10
(vi) Sand Filters -intermittent biological..................................................................................2
Recirculatingbiological.....................................................................................................3
(vli) Stabilization Lagoons..................................................................................................&
(vill) Clarifier.......................................................................................................................
(ix) Single stage system for combined carbonaceous removal of BOD and nitrogenous removal by
nitrification (see definition No. 12)(Points for this item have to be in addition to items
(5)(a)(i) through (5)(a)(viii),
utilizing the extended aeration process (see definition No.3a)...........................................2
utilizing other than the extended aeration process............................................................8
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance BOD removal......................................................................5
(XI) Biological Culture ('Super Bugs')addition........................................................................5
(b)
Nitrogenous Stage
(1) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System.............................................................................20
DiffusedAir System.......................................................................................................1 0
Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating or rotor)..................................................................8
Separate Sludge Reaeration.............................................................................................3
(II) Trickling Flfter-High Rate...................................................................................................7
StandardRate...............................................................................................................5
PackedTower................................................................................................................5
(III) Biological Aerated Filter or Aerated Biological Filter.............................................................1 0
(Iv) Rotating Biological Contactors ......................................................................................10
(v) Sand Filter - intermittent biological...................................................................................2
Recirculatingbiological.....................................................................................................3
(VI) Clarifier..........................................................................................................................5
(6) TERTIARY OR ADVANCED TREATMENT UNrWROCESSES
(a)
Activated Carbon Beds -
without carbon regeneration...................................................................................................5
with carbon regeneration.......................................................................................................15
(b)
Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed-
:rithout carbon regeneration.................................................................................................5
-Kith carbon regeneration.....................................................................................................15
(c)
Air stripping.............................................................................................................................................5
(d)
Denkrtflcation Process..............................................................................................................................1 0
(e)
Electrodlalysis............................................................................................................................................5
(f)
Foam Separation.......................................................................................................................................5
(g)
Ion Exchange............................................................................................................................................5
(h)
Land Application of Treated Effluent (see definition No. 22b) (not applicable for sand, gravel, stone
and other similar mining operations) by high rate Infiltration..........................................................................4
(1)
Microscreens..............................................................................................................................................5
(J)
Phosphorous Removal by Biological Processes (See definition No. 26)........................................................20
(k)
Polishing Ponds - without aeration............................................................................................................2
withaeration.................................................................................................................5

(I)
Post Aei - cascade ..................... --.............-........-..-....-...-........ 0
diffusedor mechanical......................................................-........................................2
(m)
Reverse--osis............................................................................................
(n)
Sand or Mixed -Media Filters = low rate.................................................................................................... 2
highrate................................................:.....................5
(o)
Treatment processes for removal of metal or cyanide....................:.::-.........--...............................................1 5
(p)
treatment processes for removal of toxic materials other than metal or cyanide..............................................15
(7)
SLUDGETREATMENT
(a)
Sludge Digestion Tank - Heated (anaerobic) ............. :............ ..................................................................... 10
Aerobic............................................................................................................................................
Unheated(anaerobic).........................................................-...-......-..............--.............-.............................3
(b)
Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thermal)............................................................................................... 5
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(c)
Sludge Drying B-Gravity.................:
eds
VacuumAssisted................................................................................................:.....................................5
(d)
Sludge Elutriation.....................................:...............................................................................................5
(e)
Sludge Conditioner (chemical or thermal).............................................................................. .................5
(f)
Sludge Thickener (gravity).........................................................................................................:...............5
(g)
Dissolved Air Flotation Unit [not applicable to a unit rated as(3)(i)].............................................................8
(h)
Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage).............................................................................................2
(1)
Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated.............................................................................:..........-..--......................5
Non -aerated ................................._.:..................................:.......................-.............................-..............-.2
(J)
Sludge Incinerator (not Including activated carbon regeneration)................................................................t o
(k)
Vacuum Filter, Centrifuge, or Filter Press or other similar dewatering devices...................................................1 0
(8)
RESIDUALS UTILIZATIOWDISPOSAL (including incinerated ash)
(a)
Lagoons.................................................................................................................................................2
(b)
Land Application (surface and subsurface) (see definition 22a)
by contracting to a land application operator or landfill operator who holds the land application permit
orlandfill permit........................................................................................................................................2
(c
Dedicated Landfill(burial) by the permittee of the wastewater treatment facility...............................................5
(9)
DISINFECTION
(a)
Chlorination..........................................................................................................................................
(b)
Dechlorination..........................................................................................................................................5
(c)
Ozone......................................................................................................................................................5
(d)
Radiation............................................................................................................. 5
(1 0)
CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM(S) ( see definition No. 9) [not applicable to chemical additions rated as Item-(3)(j),--
(5)(a)(xi),
(6)(a), (6)(b), (7)(b), (7)(e), (9a), (9)(b) or (9)(c) 5 points each:
List
:...:...... 5
....................................................................................................................................5
...................................................................................................................................5
(1 1)
...................................................................................................................................... 5
MISCELLANEOUS UNITSJPROCESSES
(a)
Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Settling Ponds for Organic or Toxic Materials including wastes from mining
operations containing nitrogen or phosphorus compounds in amounts significantly greater than is common
fordomestic wastewater............................................................................................................................4
(b)
Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage basins which are inherent in land application systems).....2
(c)
Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins inherent in land application systems)..................................5
(d)
Pumps........................................................................................:............................................................. 3
(a)
Stand -By Power Supply ........ :........................................................ ............................... .............................. 3
(f )
Thermal Pollution Control Device................:..................................................................:.....:...................... 3
TOTALPOINTS..........................................:...............................�?CZ
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ClassI...........................................................................................................5-25 Points
ClassII.........................................................................................................26-50 Points
ClassIII........................................................................................................51-65 Points
ClassN.......................................................................................................66-Up Points
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Facilities having a rating of one through four points, Inclusive, do not require a certified operator.
Facilities having an activated sludge process will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II.
Facilities having treatment processes for the removal of metal or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II.
Facilities having treatment processes for the biological removal of phosphorus will be assigned a minimum classification of Class III.
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.0004 DEFINITIONS
The following definitions shall apply throughout this Subchapter.
(1) Activated Carbon Beds. A physical/chemical method for reducing soluble organic material from wastewater effluent; The column -type beds used in this
method will have a flow rate varying from two to eight gallons per minute per square foot and may be either upflow or downflow carbon beds. Carbon may or
may not be regenerated on the wastewater treatment plant site;
(2) Aerated Lagoons. A basin in which all solids are maintained In suspension and by which biological oxidation or organic matter is reduced through artificially
accelerated transfer of oxygen on a flow -through basis;
(3) Aeration. A process of bringing about intimate contact between air or high purity oxygen In a liquid by spraying, agitation or diffusion;(3a) Extended
Aeration- An activated sludge process utilizing a minimum hydraulic detention time of 18 hours.
(4) Agriculturally managed she. Any site on which a crop is produced, managed, and harvested (Crop Includes grasses, grains, trees, etc.);
(5) Air Stripping. A process by which the ammonium ton is first converted to dissolved ammonia (pH adjustment) with the ammonia then released to the
atmosphere by physical means; or other similar processes which remove petroleum products such as benzene, toluene, and xylene;
(6) Carbon Regeneration- The regeneration of exhausted carbon by the use of a furnace to provide extremely high temperatures which volatilize and oxidize the
absorbed impurities;
(7) Carbonaceous Stage. A stage of wastewater treatment designed to achieve -'secondary' effluent limits;
(8) Centrifuge. A mechanical device In which centrifugal force is used to separate solids from liquids or to separate liquids of different densh:as;
(9) Chemical Addition Systems- The addition of chemical(s) to wastewater at an application point for purposes of Improving solids removal, pH adjustment,
alkalinity control, etc.; the capability to experiment with different chemicals and different application points to achieve a specific result will be considered one
system; the capability to add chemical(s) to dual units will be rated as one system; capability to add a chemical at a different application points for different
purposes will result in the systemsbeing rated as separate systems,
(10) Chemical Sludge Conditioning. The addition of a chemical compound such as lime, ferric chloride, or a polymer to wet sludge to coalesce the mass prior to
its application to a dewatering device;
(11) Closed Cycle Systems. Use of holding ponds or holding tanks for containment of wastewater containing Inorganic, non -toxic materials from sand, gravel,
crushed stone or other similar operations. Such systems shall carry a maximum of two points regardless of pumping facilities or any other appurtenances;
(12) Combined Removal of Carbonaceous BOD and Nitrogenous Removal by Nitrification- A single stage system required to achieve permit effluent limits on BOD
and ammonia nitrogen within the same biological reactor,
(13) Dechlorination. The partial or complete reduction of residual chlorine in a liquid by any chemical or physical process;
(14) Denitrification Process- The conversion of nitrate -nitrogen to nitrogen gas;

(15) Electrodlalysis. Process for removing ionized salts from water through the use of ion -selective Ion -exchange membranes;
(16) Filter Press. A process operated mechanically for partially dewatering sludge;
(17) Foam Separation. The planned frothing of wastewater or wastewater effluent as a means of removing excessive amounts of detergent materials through
the introduction of air In the form of fine bubbles; also called loam fractionation;
(18) Grit Removal. The process of removing grit and other heavy mineral matter from wastewater;
(19) Imhoff Tank. A deep two story wastewater tank consisting of an upper sedimentation chamber and a lower sludge digestion chamber.
(20) Instrumented Flow Measurement. A device which indicates and records rate of flow;
(21) Ion Exchange. A chemical process in which ions from two different molecules are exchanged;
(22) Land application:
(a) Sludge Disposal. A final sludge disposal method by which wet sludge may be applied to land either by spraying on the surface or by subsurface injection
(La., chisel plow); [not applicable for types of sludge described in (11) of this Rule];
(b) Treated Effluent. The process of spraying treated wastewater onto a land area or other methods of application of wastewater onto a land area as a
means of final disposal or treatment;
(23) Microscreen. A low speed, continuously back -washed, rotating drum filter operating under gravity conditions as a polishing method for removing
suspended solids from effluent;
(24) Nitrification Process. The biochemical conversion of unoxidized nitrogen (ammonia and organic nitrogen) to oxidized nitrogen (usually nitrate);
(25) Nitrogenous Stage. A separate stage of wastewater treatment designed for the specific purpose of converting ammonia nitrogen to nitrate nitrogen;
(26) Phosphate Removal, Biological. The removal of phosphorus from.wastewater by an oxiclanoxic process designed to enhance luxury uptake of phosphorus
by the microorganisms;
(27) Polishing Pond. A holding pond following secondary treatment with sufficient detention time to allow settling of finely suspended solids;
(28) Post Aeration. Aeration following conventional secondary treatment units to increase effluent D.O. or for any other purpose;
(29) Post Aeration. (Cascade) A polishing method by which dissolved oxygen is added to the effluent by a nonmechanical, gravity means of flowing down a
series of steps or weirs; The flow occurring across the steps or weirs moves in a fairly thin layer and the operation of the cascade requires no operator
adjustment; thus, zero points are assigned even though this is an essential step to meeting the limits of the discharge permit;
(30) Powdered to Granular Activated Carbon Feed. A biophysical carbon process that utilizes biological activity and organic absorption by using powdered or
granular activated carbon; VI. -gin or regenerated carbon is faed controlled Into the system;
(31) Preaeration. A tank constructed to provide aeration prior to primary treatment;
(32) Preliminary Units. Unit operations in the treatment process, such as screening and comminution, that prepare the liquor for subsequent major operations;
(33) Industrial Pretreatment.
(a) Pre-treatment Unit, Industrial. The conditioning of a waste at its source before discharge, to remove or to neutralize substances injurious to sewers and
treatment processes or to effect a partial reduction in load on the treatment process which is operated by the same governing body as the wastewater
treatment plant being rated;
b) Pre-treatment Program, Industrial - must be a State or EPA required program to receive points on the rating sheet;
(34) Primary Clarifiers. The first settling tanks through which wastewater is passed in a treatment works for the purpose of removing settleable and suspended
solids and SOD which Is associated with the solids;
(35) Pumps. All influent, effluent and in -plant pumps;
(36) Radiation. Disinfection or sterilization process utilizing devices emitting ultraviolet or gamma rays;
(37) Reverse Osmosis. A treatment process In which a heavy contaminated liquid is pressurized through a membrane forming Hearty pure liquid free from
suspended solids;
(38) Rotating Biological Contractors. A fixed biological growth process in which wastewater flows through tanks in which a series of partially submerged circular
surfaces are rotated;
(39) Sand Filters:
(a) Intermittent Biological. Filtration of effluent following septic tanks, lagoons, or some other treatment process in which further blodecomposhlon is
expected to produce desired effluents; Hydraulic loading rates on these filters are computed in gpd/ac and have a resulting low gpm/sf (less than one);
b) Recirculating biological - the same type of sand filter as defined In Subparagraph (39) (a) of this Rule with the added capability to recycle effluent back
through the sand fitter;
(40) Sand or Mixed -Media Filters. A polishing process by which effluent limits are achieved through a further reduction of suspended solids.
(a) low rate — gravity, hydraulically loaded filter with loading rates in the one -to three gpm/sf range;
(b) high rate — a pressure, hydraulically loaded filter with loading rates in the five gpm/sf range; At any rate, the loading rate will exceed three gprr✓sf;
(41) Secondary Clarifiers. A tank which follows the biological unit of treatment plant and which has the purpose of removing sludges associated with the
biological treatment units;
(42) Separate Sludge Reaeration. A part of the contact stabilization process where the activated sludge Is transferred to a tank and aerated before returning it
to the contact basin;
(43) Septic Tank. A single -story settling tank In which settled sludge is in contact with the wastewater flowing through the tank; shall not be applicable for
septic tank systems serving single family residences having capacity of 2,000 gallons or less which discharge to a nitrification field;
(44) Sludge Digestion. The process by which organic or volatile matter and sludge is gasified, liquefied, mineralized or converted into more stable organic matter
through the activity of living organisms, which Includes aerated holding tanks;
(45) Sludge Drying Beds. An area comprising natural or artificial layers of porous materials upon which digested sewage sludge is dried by drainage and
evaporation;
(46) Sludge Elutdation. A process of sludge conditioning In which certain constituents are removed by successive washings with fresh water or plant effluent;
(47) Sludge Gas Utilization. The process of using sewage gas for the purpose of heating buildings, driving engines, etc.;
(48) Sludge Holding Tank (Aerated and Nonaerated). A tank utilized for small wastewater treatment plants not containing a digester In which sludge may be
kept fresh, and supernatant withdrawn prior to a drying method (i.e. sludge drying beds); This may be done by adding a small amount of air simply to keep the
sludge fresh, but not necessarily an amount that would be required to achieve stabilization of organic matter. A nonaerated tank would simply be used to
decant sludge prior to dewatering and would not allow long periods (several days of detention) without resulting odor problems;
(49) Sludge Incinerators. A furnace designed to bum sludge and to remove all moisture and combustible materials and reduce the sludge to a sterile ash;
(50) Sludge Stabilization (Chemical or Thermal). A process to make treated sludge less odorous and putrescble, and to reduce the pathogenic organism
content; This may be done by pH adjustment, chlorine dosing, or by heat treatment;
(51) Sludge Thickener. A type of sedimentation tank In which the sludge Is permitted to settle and thicken through agitation and gravity;
(52) Stabilization lagoon. A type of oxidation lagoon in which biological oxidation of organic matter is effected by natural transfer of oxygen to the waterfront
air (not a polishing pond);
(53) Stand -By Power Supply. On site or portable electrical generating equipment;
(54) Static Screens. A stationary screen designed to remove solids, including non -biodegradable particulate (floatable solids, suspended solids and BOD
reduction) from municipal and industrial wastewater treatment systems;
(55) Tertiary Treatment. A stage of treatment following secondary which is primarily for the purpose of effluent polishing; A settling lagoon or sand or coal fitter
might be employed for this purpose;
(56) Thermal Pollution Control Device. A device providing for the transfer of heat from a fluid flowing In tubes to another fluid outside the tubes, or vice versa;
or other means of regulating liquid temperatures;
(57) Thermal Sludge Conditioner. A conditioning process by which heat Is added for a protracted period of time to Improve the dewaterabllfty of sludge by the
solubilizing and hydraulizing of the smaller and more highly hydrated sludge particles;
(58) Toxic Materials. Those wastes or combinations of wastes, Including dlsease-causing agents which after discharge and upon exposure, Ingestion, inhalation
or assimilation Into any organism, either directly from the environment or indirectly by ingestion through food chains, will cause death, disease, behavioral
abnormalities, cancer. genetic mutations, physiological malfunctions (Including malfunctions In reproduction) or physical deformations, in such organisms or their
offspring; Toxic materials Include, by way of Illustration and not limitation: lead, cadmium, chromium, mercury, vanadium, arsenic, zinc, ortho-nitro-chlorobe nzene
(ONCB), polychlorinated biphenyis (PCBs) and dichlorodiphenyl trichloroethane (DDT); and any other materials that have or may hereafter be determined to have
toxic properties;
(59) Trickling Filter. A biological treatment unit consisting of a material such as broken stone or rock over which wastewater is distributed; A high rate trickling
filter Is one which operated at between 10 and 30 mgd per acre. A low rate trickling filter is one which is designed to operate at one to four mgd per acre;
(60) Trickling Fitter (Packed Tower). A plug flow type of operation in which wastewater flows down through successive layers of media or filtrate material; Organic
material Is removed continually by the active biological fixed growth In each successive layer. This method may produce 'secondary' quality effluent, or may be
adapted to produce a nitrified effluent;
(61) Vacuum Filter, Centrifuges, or Fitter Presses. Devices which are designed to remove excess water from either digested or undigested sludge prior to disposal
or further treatment.