NC0087076_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 10/13/2020

Cantwell, Janet
From: Cantwell, Janet
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2013 4:06 PM
To: Davidson, Landon; Cranford, Chuck
Subject: FW. NOV for Columbia Forest Products LV-2013-0176
I talked with Heather Bartlett this morning about the CPA for the May 2013 DMR. She wants it rescinded to get it off the
record for the company.
As you (Landon & Chuck) and I discussed Tuesday, 11/12/13, we agreed we would support remission of the fine when it
got to the remission committee in Raleigh. Below is a partial timeline:
• The DMR matched the limit violations shown on BIMS and was.checked "Not Compliant."
• The explanation letter (dated 6/25/13) with the DMR stated Columbia believed the limit for Settleable Solids
was exceeded due to "out of hold time."
• In addition, with the letter, Columbia stated "This was not considered to be an event that could potentially
threaten public health or the environment. Thus, no twenty-four hour reporting is required."
• September 9, 2013, an NOV-(NRE)-2013-LV-0508 was sent to Columbia and was signed for on September 20,
2013 by Becki Walker.
• October 2, 2013, CPA # LV-2013-0176 was sent to Columbia Forest.
October 7, 2013, ARO received a letter dated October 4, 2013, with an explanation for the limit violations, a
revised DMR and a lab report showing the analysis. This was regarding NOV-2013-LV-0508. (The decimal point
was incorrectly placed by Columbia causing the limit to show it was exceeded.)
There was also a letter dated August 16, 2013, addressed to Central Files in Raleigh, explaining the incorrectly
placed decimal point. The letter is not stamped in with a date stamp.
It appears the revised DMR was sent to Raleigh per the letter dated August 16, 2013: however, I cannot find
where Raleigh has sent our stamped copy to the ARO. (I will call Raleigh tomorrow, 11/14,2013, to see if they
have a copy.)
• October 17, 2013, the CPA was received and signed by Stan Smothers.
Janet Cantwell - [e-mail] North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural, Resources / Asheville
Regional Office / Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Regional Operations
2090 US -Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/ws
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to -third parties.
From: Heather Bartlett [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 6:32 PM
To: Cantwell, Janet
Subject: NOV for Columbia Forest Products LV-2013-0176
HI Janet, fs

I left you a voice mail. I am trying to help Columbia Forest Products respond to the NOV and Assessment of Civil
Penalty. It is my understanding that you have asked that they request the remission of the civil penalty and that the
facility will. receive on the enforcement penalty. There was no violation there was a reporting error with the
calculation. We would like the NOV rescinded and the only course that appears to be available for that is to request an
administrative hearing and that doesn't make sense. The instructions clearly state that"a request for remission is
limited to the review of the penalty amount and is not the proper procedure for contesting the accuracy of
statements contained in the assessment letter. "
I am concerned that this approach will consist of an NOV on record and it is not representative of the facts.
Thank -you for help.
Regards,
Heather
Heather Bartlett
Principal Engineer
SLR International Corporation
Email: hbartlefta-slrconsultinq com
Direct: 503-905-3423
Cell: 503-849-9694
Office: 503-723-4423
Fax: [phone]
1800 Blankenship Road, Suite 440, West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
October 2, 2013
7012 1010 0002 1967 6728
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215. 1 (a)(6)
and NPDES Permit NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Case No. LV-2013-0176
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $497.50
($350.00 civil penalty + $147.50 enforcement costs) against Columbia Forest Plywood Products.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Columbia Forest Plywood Products for the month of May
2013. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0087076. The violations which
occurred in May 2013 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Columbia Forest Plywood Products
violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO087076 and G.S. 143-
215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums
established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who
violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G. Landon Davidson, Division of Water Resources
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment
against Columbia Forest Plywood Products:
WATER QUALITY SECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$100.00 NC0087076, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for RES/SET.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$250.00 NC0087076, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for RES/SET.
$350.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$147.50 Enforcement Costs
$497.50 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into
account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-
282. 1 (b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or
to private property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over
which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
attention of:
Point Source Compliance/ Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)
occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty
assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative
hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please

prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be
remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below. In
determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be
considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 143B-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform
you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details
regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to
the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions
(Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part
of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that
you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission
of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form
within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Resources also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/ Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of
Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for
official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office

of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the
document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days
following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings
is:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as
evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being
referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please
be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review
period of this assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the
Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2013-0176 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No.: NC0087076 Amount Assessed: $497.50
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts "
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282. 1 (c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the. civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil
penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i. e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
Violator: Columbia Forest Plywood Products / NCO087076
(]lay 2013 DNIR)
County: McDowell
Case Number: LV-2013-0176
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to
private property resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max Settleable Solids exceeded the permit limit by 25 %.
One Monthly Average Settleable Solids exceeded the permit limit by 150 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal.
The amount of money saved would also include the cost of implementing a
program to handle problems with I & 1.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which
the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty assessments in the twelve months prior to this
violation.
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Date
09/30/2013
The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$147.50.
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G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Asheville Regional Office

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NPDES PERMIT NO. _N00087076 DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONT'H_May YEAR 2013
FACILITY NAME Columbia Forest Products CLASS COUNTY McDowell
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1) James & James Environmental CERTIFICATION NO._482
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) Bill Presnell GRADE CERTIFICATION NO.
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES James Rummel ORC PHONE [phone]
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED El NO FLOW / DISCHARGE FROM SITE
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES ) J N 2 L 013 X
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617 ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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(1) Flow was caclulated using the Rational Method, Q=CiA where:
Q = Peak flow in cubic feet per second (cfs) Q = 0.045 cfs
C = Runoff coefficient to reflect the ratio of rainfall to surface runoff C = 0.2 (unimproved areas)
i = Rainfall intesity in inches per hour (in/hr) i = 0.13
A = Drainage area in acres (ac) A = 1.73
(2) Settleable solids analyzed past the 48 hour holding time.
DWQForm MR- 1(I1/04)

Facility St itus:"(Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially, threatens
public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee
became aware of the circumstances. A.written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the permittee
becomes aware of the circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for
improvements to be made as required by Part II.E.6 of the NPDES permit.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in
accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons directly responsible for
gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and
complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines
and imprisonment for knowing violations."
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Permittee (Please print or type)
rdrermittee*** Date r
unless submitted electronically)
PO Box 1148 Old Fort, NC 28762 (828) 7244191 bsprouseO-columbiaforestproducts.com 12/31/2014
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2)
Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4)
Certified Laboratory (5)
PARAMETER CODES
Certification No.
Certification No.
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/appforms.
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
** ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
*** Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state-per.15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D).
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licolumbia
FOREST PRODUCTS
P.O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NC 28762
P: 828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302
www.columbiaforestproducts.com
WE CARE.
After all, it's our company.
June 25, 2013
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section
Attn: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Discharge_Outfall Monitoring Report
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Permit No.: NCO087076
To Whom It May Concern:
Please find attached the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Outfall Monitoring Reports for Columbia Forest Products located in Old Fort,
North Carolina (Columbia Carolina). Columbia Carolina operates under Permit
Number NC0087076. Wastewater samples were collected from Outfall 001 on
May 5, 2013. This is the first discharge event from the pond since May 2009.
Upon receiving results from the contracted laboratory, we discovered the sample
had not been analyzed for Settleable Solids (SS). Since a sufficient quantity of the
sample collected on May 5, 2013 had been retained, we submitted the sample for
SS analysis. The laboratory completed the analysis on June 13, 2013. The SS
analytical result was 0.25 ml/l which exceeded the daily and maximum limit. We
expect this was likely due to the sample being analyzed beyond the hold time. All
other parameters were within the permit limits.
As corrective action, we completed a review of the nonconformity. There was
confusion between the sampling required for the NPDES permit and the stormwater
permit since discharge occurs infrequently. We have educated our staff regarding
the two different permits and the sampling requirements and we will continue with
this practice going forward as a part of our annual training.
This information is also provided on the following page consistent with the written
submission information found in Condition Part II E.6 of the permit.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at [phone].
Sprouse
5nance Manager

grolumbia
WE CARE.
REST PRODUCTS After all, its our company.
Condition Part H. E.6 Information
Event and Description: On May 5, 2013 due to a significant rain event, discharge
occurred from Outfall 001 only on that date. There has been no additional
discharge. A sample was collected however the Settleable Solids (SS) was
analyzed past the hold time. The SS exceeded the daily and maximum limit. We do
not believe this is a valid analvsis since it was tested beyond -the hold time. 'his
Columbia has taken steps to prevent this from happening again.
Immediate action was taken to review the nonconformity. In the process it
was discovered that staff was confused with the sampling requirements of
the two NPDES permits, the individual NPDES permit and the Industrial
Stormwater Permit. Typically there is no discharge, so the sampling is not
a routine occurrence. Rather than not submitting, Columbia submitted a
sample for analysis beyond the hold time.
To prevent this from happening again, staff responsible for sampling has
been educated regarding the sampling requirements and differences
between the two permits. This will be calendared in the future as an
ongoing annual task.
P.O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NC 28762
P: 828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302
www.columbiaforestproducts.com

Permit Enforcement History Details by Owner
09/30/13
1
Owner: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Facility: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit: NCO087076
Region: Asheville County: McDowell
Penalty Remission Enf EMC EMC OAH Collection Has
Assessment Penalty Enforcemen Request Enf Conf Remission Hearing Remission Remission Memo Sent Balance Pmt Case
Case Number MR Approved Amount t Costs Damages Received Held Amount Held Amount Amount to AGO Total Paid Due Plan Closed
LV-2002-0673 12/16/02 $250 $100.00 $350.00 $.00 No 01/31/03
LV-2003-D450 3-2003 07/07/03 $1,250 $1DO. DO 08/07/03 $1,350.00 No 09/22/05
LV-2005-0236 1-2005 07/15/05 $700 $100.00 08/15/05 11/21/05 $.00 05/11/06 $.00 $800.00 $.00 No 06/28/06
LR-2007-0008 1-2007 04110/07 $500 $100.00 $.00 04/25/07 09/12/07 $.00 $600.00 $.00 No 10/04/07
LV-2013-0176 5-2013 09/30/13 $350 $147.50 $497.50 No
Total Cases: 5 Total Penalty Amount: $3,050 Total Enforcement Cost: $547.50 Sum of Total Paid: $1,750.00 Total Balance Due: $1,847.50
Sum of Total Case Penalties: $3,597.50 Total Penalties after remission(s): $3,597.50

Cantwell, Janet
From: Heather Bartlett <[e-mail]>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2013 6:32 PM
To: Cantwell, Janet
Subject: NOV for Columbia Forest Products LV-2013-0176
HI Janet,
I left you a voice mail. I am trying to help Columbia Forest Products respond to the NOV and Assessment of Civil
Penalty. It is my understanding that you have asked that they request the remission of the civil penalty and that the
facility will receive on the enforcement penalty. There was no violation there was a reporting error with the
calculation. We would like the NOV rescinded and the only course that appears to be available for that is to request an
administrative hearing and that doesn't make sense. The instructions clearly state that "a request for remission is
limited to the review of the penalty amount and is not the proper procedure for contesting the accuracy of
statements contained in the assessment letter. "
I am concerned that this approach will consist of an NOV on record and it is not representative of the facts.
Thank you for help.
Regards,
Heather
Heather Bartlett
Principal Engineer
SLR International Corporation
Email: [e-mail]
Direct: 503-905-3423
Cell: 503-849-9694
Office: 503-723-4423
Fax: [phone]
1800 Blankenship Road, Suite 440, West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
www.slrconsultina.com
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NPDES Permit Standard Conditions
Page 11 of 18
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
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
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)].
soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) 0).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permitteds sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41 a) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
T.wcnWy four I-&uNr Ret�6r N6,,
a. Thy ttee shall rep to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the peridd of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.410) (6)].
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b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E . 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41(1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Perrnittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility, or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of
all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making
any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for .in
NCGS 143-215.1(bX2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more
than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR
122.411.
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
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Owner: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Facility: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit: NCO087076
Region: Asheville
County: McDowell
Penalty
Remission
Enf
EMC
EMC OAH Collection
Has
Assessment Penalty
Enforcemen
Request Enf Conf
Remission
Hearing
Remission Remission Memo Sent
Balance
Pmt
Case
Case Number MR Approved Amount
t Costs
Damages Received Held
Amount
Held
Amount Amount to AGO
Total Paid
Due
Plan
Closed
LV-2002-0673 12/16/02 $250
$100.00
$350.00
$.00
No
01/31/03
LV-2003-0450 3-2003 07/07/03 $1,250
$100.00
08/07/D3
$1,350.00
No
09/22/05
LV-2005-0236 1-2005 07/15/05 $700
$100.00
08/15/05 11/21/05
$.00 05/11/06
$.00
$800.00
$.00
No
06/28/06
LR-2007-0008 1-2007 04/10/07 $500
$100.00
$.00 04/25/07 09/12/07
$.00
$600.00
$.00
No
10/04/07
Total Cases: 4 Total Penalty Amount:
$2,700
Total Enforcement Cost:
$400.00
Sum of Total Paid: $1,750.00 Total Balance Due:
$1,350.00
Sum of Total Case Penalties:
$3,100.00
Total Penalties after remission(s):
$3,100.00

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 09/05/13 Page: 1 of 3
Limit Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALL /
REPORT
PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER
09 -2004
001 Effluent
Solids, Settleable
09 -2004
001 Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
03 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
03 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
03 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
05 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
05 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
05 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
06 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
06 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
11 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
06 -2004
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
% OVER LIMIT
09/08/04
Once per
ml/I
0.2
0.3
50
discharge
09/30/04
Once per
ml/I
0.1
0.2
100
discharge
05/05/13
Once per
ml/I
0.2
0.25
25
discharge
05/31/13
Once per
ml/I
0.1
0.25
150
discharge
03/07/03
Once per
mg/I
45
109
142.22
discharge
03/20/03
Once per
mg/I
45
124
175.56
discharge
03/31/03
Once per
mg/I
30
116.5
288.33
discharge
05/06/03
Once per
mg/I
45
55.1
22.44
discharge
05/21/03
Once per
mg/I
45
133
195.56
discharge
05/31/03
Once per
mg/I
30
94.05
213.5
discharge
06/03/03
Once per
mg/I
45
64
42.22
discharge
06/30/03
Once per
mg/I
30
64
113.33
discharge
11/30/03
Once per
mg/I
30
37
23.33
discharge
06/30/04
Once per
mg/I
30
31
3.33
discharge
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
Daily Maximum Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Monthly Average Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Daily Maximum Exceeded
None
Monthly Average Exceeded
None
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Monthly Average Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Daily Maximum Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Daily Maximum Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Monthly Average Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to NOV
Monthly Average Exceeded
Proceed to NOV
Monthly Average Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Monthly Average Exceeded
Proceed to NOV

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 09/05/13 Page: 2 of 3
Permit: NCO087076 MRs Between:1-2003 and 0 2013 Region: % Violation Category: °(o Program Category: ,%
Facility Name: % Param Name: % County: % Subbasin: % Violation Action: %
_ Major Minor:
PERMIT: NCO087076 FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER
09 -2004 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended
09 -2004 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended
01 -2005 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended
01 -2005 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended
05 -2009 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Reporting Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER
04 -2003
09 -2003
02 -2004
12 -2004
06 -2006
01 -2007
02 -2007
06 -2010
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
% OVER LIMIT
09/08/04
Once per
mg/I
45
745
1,555.56
discharge
09/30/04
Once per
mg/I
30
388.85
1,196.17
discharge
01/12/05
Once per
mg/I
45
116
157.78
discharge
01/31/05
Once per
mg/I
30
116
286.67
discharge
05/31/09
Once per
mg/I
30
35.7
19
discharge
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
Daily Maximum Exceeded No Action, BPJ
Monthly Average Exceeded No Action, BPJ
Daily Maximum Exceeded Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Monthly Average Exceeded Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Monthly Average Exceeded Proceed to NOV
VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED
DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE /o OVER LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
04/30/03
Signature Missing
No Action, BPJ
10/31/03
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to NOV
03/31/04
Late/Missing DMR
No Action, BPJ
12/31/04
Signature Missing
No Action, Data
Entry Error
07/31/06
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to NOV
03/03/07
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
03/31/07
Late/Missing DMR
No Action, BPJ
07/31/10
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to NOV
N,

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MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 09/05/13 Page: 3 of 3
Permit NC0087076 MRs Between 1-2003 . and 9.2013 Region: % Violation -Cate
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PERMIT: NCO087076 FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Reporting Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL / VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2008 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended 05/31/08 Once per mg/1 Parameter Missing No Action, Data
discharge Entry Error

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 09/05113 Page: 1 of 1
PERMIT: NCO087076 FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER
05 -2013 001 Effluent Solids, Settleable
05 -2013 001 Effluent Solids, Settleable
05 -2009 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Reporting Violation
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
% OVER LIMIT
05/05/13
Once per
ml/I
0.2
0.25
25
discharge
05/31/13
Once per
ml/I
0.1
0.25
150
discharge
05/31/09
Once per
mg/I
30
35.7
19
discharge
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
Daily Maximum Exceeded None
Monthly Average Exceeded None
Monthly Average Exceeded Proceed to NOV
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
06 -2010
07/31/10
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to NOV
05 -2008 001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended
05/31/08
Once per mg/I
Parameter Missing
No Action, Data
discharge
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Governor
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water .Resources
Water Quality Programs
Thomas A. Reeder John E Skvarla, III
Director Secretary
September 9, 2013
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7012 1010 0002 1967 6513
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Subj ect: Notice of Violation and
Recommendation for Enforcement
Tracking #: NOV-2013-LV-0508
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
NPDES Permit No. NCO087076
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
A review of the May 2013 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameter:
Date
Outfall
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
05/05/2013
001
Settleable Solids
0.25 ml/ 1
0.2 ml/ 1
05/31/2013
001
Settleable Solids
0.25 ml/ 1
0.1 ml/ 1
A Notice of Violation/ Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement (NOV/ NRE) is being issued for the
noted violation of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and NPDES Permit No. NC0087076.
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be
assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1. If you wish to provide additional information
regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or discuss overall compliance please respond in
writing within ten (10) days after receipt of this Notice. A review of your response will be considered along
with any information provided on the May 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report. You will then be notified of any
civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no response is received_in this Office within
the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa. North Carolina 28778
ee: 828-296-45001 Fax: [phone]
hit et: ww.ncwateroualitygg
qual Opportunity Affinnative Action Employer. , ,

Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
September 9, 2013
Page Two
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of
a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may
contact this office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or
me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
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DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (FILE)
Violator: Columbia Forest Plywood Products / NCO087076
(May 2013 DMR)
County: McDowell
Case Number: LV-2013-0176
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to
private property resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max Settleable Solids exceeded the permit limit by 25 %.
One Monthly Average Settleable Solids exceeded the permit limit by 150 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal.
The amount of money saved would also include the cost of implementing a
program to handle problems with I & I.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which
the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty assessments in the twelve months prior to this
violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$147.50.
Date G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Asheville Regional Office
09/3012013

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
October 2, 2013
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6)
and NPDES Permit NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Case No. LV-2013-0176
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $497.50
($350.00 civil penalty + $147.50 enforcement costs) against Columbia Forest Plywood Products.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Columbia Forest Plywood Products for the month of May
2013. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0087076. The violations which
occurred in May 2013 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Columbia Forest Plywood Products
violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO087076 and G.S. 143-
215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums
established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who
violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G. Landon Davidson, Division of Water Resources
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment
against Columbia Forest Plywood Products:
WATER QUALITY SECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$100.00 NC0087076, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for RES/SET.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$250.00 NC0087076, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for RES/SET.
$350.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$147.50 Enforcement Costs
$497.50 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into
account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-
282.1(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or
to private property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over
which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
attention of:
Point Source Compliance/ Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)
occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty
assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative
hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please

prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be
remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below. In
determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be
considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform
you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details
regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to
the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions
(Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part
of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that
you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission
of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form
within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Resources also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/ Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of
Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for
official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office

of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the
document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days
following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings
is:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as
evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being
referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please
be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review
period of this assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the
Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
cc: WQ Regional Supervisor w/ attachments
NPDES Point Source w/ attachments
WQ Central Files w/ attachments
(j:\WQ\Sib'PNIcl)owell\Wastcwat:r\Iiicitistritll\colUllthia 87076\LV-201 ' 0176.doe

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2013-0176 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No.: NC0087076 Amount Assessed: $497.50
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143 B-2 82. 1 (b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil
penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i. e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF MCDOWELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
COLUMBIA FOREST PLYWOOD PRODUCTS
PERMIT NO. NCO087076 ) FILE NO. LV-2013-0176
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $497.50 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Resources dated October 2, 2013, the undersigned,
desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing
in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document.
The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Resources within thirty (30) days
of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be
allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the day of , 20
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

ATTACHMENT A
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
CASE NUMBER: LV-2013-0176
PERMIT: NCO087076
FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
COUNTY: McDowell
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING OUTFALU
PENALTY REPORT PPI
VIOLATION
LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY
UNIT OF
MEASURE LIMIT
CALCULATED % OVER
VALUE LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00 5-2013 001
$250.00 5-2013 001
Effluent RES/SET 05/05/13 Once per discharge
Effluent RES/SET 05/31/13 Once per discharge
ml/I 0.2
ml/I 0.1
0.25 25.00 Daily Maximum Exceeded
0.25 150.00 Monthly Average Exceeded

Permit Enforcement History Details by Owner
09/30/13
1
Owner: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Facility: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit: NCO087076
Region: Asheville
County: McDowell
Penalty
Remission
Enf
EMC
EMC OAH Collection
Has
Assessment Penalty
Enforcemen
Request Enf Conf
Remission
Hearing
Remission Remission Memo Sent
Balance
Pmt
Case
Case Number MR Approved Amount
t Costs
Damages Received Held
Amount
Held
Amount Amount to AGO
Total Paid
Due
Plan
Closed
LV-2002-0673 12/16/02 $250
$100.00
$350.00
$.00
No
01/31/03
LV-2003-0450 3-2003 07/07/03 $1,250
$100.00
08/07/03
$1,350.00
No
09/22/05
LV-2005-0236 1-2005 07/15/05 $700
$100.00
08/16/05 11/21/05
$.00 05/11/06
$.00
$800.00
$.00
No
06/28/06
LR-2007-0008 1-2007 04/10/07 $500
$100.00
$.00 04/25/07 09/12/07
$.00
$600.00
$.00
No
10/04/07
LV-2013-0176 5-2013 09/30/13 $350
$147.50
$497.50
No
Total Cases: 5 Total Penalty Amount:
$3,050
Total Enforcement Cost:
$547.50
Sum of Total Paid: $1,750.00 Total Balance Due:
$1,847.50
Sum of Total Case Penalties:
$3,597.50
Total Penalties after remission(s):
$3,597.50

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EFFLUENT '�'0
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NPDES PERMIT NO._N00087076 DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONTH Mg YEAR 2013
FACILITY NAME Columbia Forest Products CLASS COUNTY McDowell
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1)_James & James Environmental CERTIFICATION NO. 482
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC)_Bill Presnell GRADE CERTIFICATION NO.
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES James Rummel ORC PHONE_ 828 724-4191
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED !] NO FLOW / DISCHARGE FROM SITE
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES 'UN �. x '06C:�a
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY Z,(SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS 'REPORT IS
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617 ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
Notes:
(1) Flow was caclulated using the Rational Method, Q=CiA where:
Q = Peak flow in cubic feet per second (cfs) Q = 0.045 cfs
C = Runoff coefficient to reflect the ratio of rainfall to surface runoff C = 0.2 (unimproved areas)
i = Rainfall intesity in inches per hour (in/hr) i = 0.13
A =Drainage area in acres (ac) A = 1.73
(2) Settleable solids analyzed past the 48 hour holding time.
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DWQ Form MR -I (I1/04)

Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the lappropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens
public health or the environment. Any information shall be providedorally within 24 hours from the time the permittee
became aware of the circumstances. A. written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the permittee
becomes aware of the circumstances.
I
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for
improvements to be made as required by Par,'t II.E.6 of the NPDES permit.
l
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in
accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons directly responsible for
gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and
complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines
and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Permittee (Please print or type)
yf Irermittee*** Date
unless submitted electronically)
PO Box 1148 Old Fort, NC 28762 [phone] bsprouse(a)columbiaforestproducts.com 12/31/2014
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
e
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (5) Certification No.
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by I alling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting
http://portal.ncdenr
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
** ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
*** Signature of Pe�mittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per. 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D).
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FOREST PRODUCTS After all, it's our company.
June 25, 2013
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section
Attn: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Discharge Outfall Monitoring Report
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Permit No.: NCO087076
To Whom It May Concern:
Please find attached the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Outfall Monitoring Reports for Columbia Forest Products located in Old Fort,
North Carolina (Columbia Carolina). Columbia Carolina operates under Permit
Number NC0087076. Wastewater samples were collected from Outfall 001 on
May 5, 2013. This is the first discharge event from the pond since May 2009.
Upon receiving results from the contracted laboratory, we discovered the sample
had not been analyzed for Settleable Solids (SS). Since a sufficient quantity of the
sample collected on May 5, 2013 had been retained, we submitted the sample for
SS analysis. The laboratory completed the analysis on June 13, 2013. The SS
analytical result was 0.25 ml/l which exceeded the daily and maximum limit. We `
expect this was likely due to the sample being analyzed beyond the hold time. All
other parameters were within the permit limits.
As corrective action, we completed a review of the nonconformity. There was
confusion between the sampling required for the NPDES permit and the stormwater
permit since discharge occurs infrequently. We have educated our staff regarding
the two different permits and the sampling requirements and we will continue with
this practice going forward as a part of our annual training.
This information is also provided on the following page consistent with the written
submission information found in Condition Part II E.6 of the permit.
If you have any questions or comments, please contact me at [phone].
Sprouse
-nance Manager
P.O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NC 28762
P:828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302
www.columbiaforestproducts.com

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■ FOREST PRODUCTS After all, it's our company.
Condition Part H. E.6 Information
Event and Description: On May 5, 2013 due to a significant rain event, discharge
occurred from Outfall 001 only on that date. There has been no additional
discharge. A sample was collected however the Settleable Solids (SS) was
analyzed past the hold time. The SS exceeded the daily and maximum limit. We do
not believe this is a valid analysis since it was tested beyond the hold time.4=-This
Columbia has taken steps to prevent this from happening again.
Immediate action was taken to review the nonconformity. In the process it
was discovered that staff was confused with the sampling requirements of
the two NPDES permits, the individual NPDES permit and the Industrial
Stormwater Permit. Typically there is no discharge, so the sampling is not
a routine occurrence. Rather than not submitting, Columbia submitted a
sample for analysis beyond the hold time.
between the two permits.
ongoing annual task.
P.O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NC 28762
P: 828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302
www.columbiaforestproducts.com
as an

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NC®ENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder
Governor Director
September 9, 2013
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Subject: Notice of Violation and
Recommendation for Enforcement
Tracking #: NOV-2013-LV-0508
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
NPDES Permit No. NCO087076
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
John E Skvarla, III
Secretary
A review of the May 2013 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameter:
Date
Outfall
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
05/05/2013
001
Settleable Solids
0.25 ml/ 1
0.2 ml/ 1
05/31/2013
001
Settleable Solids
0.25 ml/ 1
0.1 ml/ 1
A Notice of Violation/ Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement (NOV/ NRE) is being issued for the
noted violation of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and NPDES Permit No. NC0087076.
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be
assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1. If you wish to provide additional information
regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or discuss overall compliance please respond in
writing within ten (10) days after receipt of this Notice. A review of your response will be considered along
with any information provided on the May 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report. You will then be notified of any
civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no response is received in this Office within
the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
D[VI:SION OF WATER RESOURCES—ASHEVIL LEi REGIONAL.. OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70. Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone]\ Far 828-299-7043
Internet: ww.ncwaterouality.orq
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
September 9, 2013
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Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of
a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may
contact this office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or
me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
cc: DWR Asheville Files
DWR Central Files
DWR Point Source Branch
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section
Attn: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Discharge Outfall Monitoring Report - May 2013 Revision
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Permit No.: NCO087076
To Whom It May Concern:
Attached please find a revision to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Discharge OutfalI Monitoring Report (DMR) for the May 2013 reporting period. Two edits have
been incorporated correcting for the units reported. The first revision is for the suspended solids
(SS) concentration and the second for the daily flow units. A discussion follows.
We reported the SS analytical result as 0.25 ml/l, and that the result exceeded the daily and
maximum limit. However, during a review of the sampling program it was identified that the SS'
analytical result reported by the laboratory was 0.25 parts per million (ppm), or 0.00025 ml/l. The
sample did not exceed the daily or maximum SS limit, but as previously reported the sample was
analyzed for SS beyond the holding time.
The second correction is for the reported flow rate. Columbia Carolina is required to monitor
instantaneous flow of each discharge event. Form MR-1, available on the North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR) website, was used for this reporting
event and we inadvertently did not change the__flo_w_parameter heading from Daily Rate to
Instantaneous, and the units from,mlllion gatioris per day'(M:GD)_to_gallons_per minute=(GP-NI): T eh
instantaneous rate for the event was 20 GPM.
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Innovating
Responsibly. -
PO Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
C: 828-460-6245
T: 828-724-4191 ext. 2349
F: 828-724-4066
[e-mail]

clumbia
FOREST PRODUCTS-
Oct`obe 4.,_2033
Mr. Chuck Cranford 4,
Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Surface Water Protection Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter
NOV No. NOV-2013-LV-0508
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Cranford:
OCT a 7 2013
''i nisa'
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division located in Old Fort, North Carolina
(Columbia Carolina) is submitting this response letter regarding Notice of Violation (NOV) number
NOV-2013-LV-0508. The NOV identifies two exceedances for the Settleable Solids (SS) permit
limit, May 5, 2013 (daily) and May 31, 2013 (monthly) based on Columbia Carolina's self -
monitoring report for the monthly period of May 2013.
Columbia Carolina did report an exceedance for May 5, 2013 on the -original self monitoring report
for both the daily and monthly effluent limitations. However onkk'& s. 16 2I"De 3iiat�re ised; p t i
Malang wit va.co�rer letter was s�ibmi:tte—d to.tt e Nortb Carolina Departme_nt�dffn.Vizorlment:anCi
CN-atu,ra,1:7R-0"9-oli�i"6e-s4 The letter explained that the laboratory had reported SS as 0.25 ppm, or
0.00025 ml/l, which we inadvertently reported as 0.25 ml/1 on the May 2013 Discharge Monitoring
Report (DMR). The sample did not exceed the daily or monthly limit. A copy of the revised DMR
and cover letter following agency recommended procedures outlined in the Directions for
Completing Monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports is provided with this response.
Columbia Carolina did not exceed permit limits as presented in the NOV. We respectfully request
that NOV number NOV-2013-LV-0508 be rescinded.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at [phone].
e
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ntenance Manager
Attachment: Revised May 2013 Report, submitted August 16, 2013
Innovating May 2013 event Settleable Solids Laboratory Report
Responsibly. -
PO Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
C: 828-460-6245
T: 828-724-4191 ext. 2349
F: 828-724-4066
[e-mail]

EFFLUENT REVISED REPORT
NPDES PERMIT NO. NCO097076 DISCHARGE NO. 001 MONTH May YEAR _2013
FACILITY NAME Columbia Forest Products CLASS COUNTY McDowell
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (I) James & James Environmental CERTIFICATION N0. 482
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) Bill Presnell GRADE CERTIFICATION NO.
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES James Rummel ORC PHONE [phone]
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED i] NO FLOW / DISCHARGE FROM SITE k
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES x 7
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNAT RE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE)DATB
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617 ACCURATEAND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
Notes:
11) Intermittent Flow event: 6 hour duration on 5/5/13
(2) Flow was caclulated using the Rational Method, Q-CiA where:
Q = Peak flow in cubic feet per second (c:6) Q = 0.045 cfs
C = Runoff coefficient to reflect the ratio of rainfall to surface runoff C = 0.2 (unimproved areas)
i = Rainfall intesity in inches per hour (in/hr) i — 0.13
A = Drainage area in acres ('so) A - 1.73
DWQ Form MR -I (11104)

Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements El
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens
public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee
became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the permittee
becomes aware of the circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for
improvements to be made as required by Part II.E.6 of the NPDES permit.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in
accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons directly responsible for
gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and
complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines
and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Permittee (Please print or type)
Signatur Permitte * Date
(Require ess submitted electronically)
PO Box 1148 Old Fort, NC 28762 [phone] bsomuse(a-columbiaforestproducts.com , 12/31/2014
Permittee Address Phone Number - e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
Certified Laboratory (2)
Certified Laboratory (3)
Certified Laboratory (4)
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certification No.
Certification No.
Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (5) Certification No.
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/appforms.
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
** ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
*** Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D).
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Columbia,forest Plywood Products
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Old Fort, NC 28762
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Mr. G Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-LV-0016
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Davidson:
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Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina -Division located in Old Fort,` —North _Carolina
(Columbia Carolina) is submitting this res onse letter regarding Notice of Violation (NOV) tfacking
number NOV-2018-LV-0016 received on January_ 11, 2018. The NOV identifies an exceedance fdr
total suspended solids and settleable, solids for the daily sampIlng event on October 23, 2017. Since
there was only one dischargelevent fo,r the month, the'imonthly average was also exceeded.
Typically there is no discharge from the pond. On October 23, 2017 McDowell county experienced
a severe storm that resulted in 2 to 5 inches of rain';throughout the county in a very short period of
time causing wide spread flooding which prompted a state of emergency io be declared, the onsite
rainfall total was measured at 115 inches for this stormevent. With the high intensity of the rain,
excess storm water did not have time to infiltrate elsewhere`�onsite and filled the pond. The sudden
increase in volume did not allow for the suspended materials tb:;settle out as'normally occurs with
lighter rainfall.
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Following the intense storm event, we took immediate action to evaluate the pond'` and also
completed the annual inspection of the pond as., part;of our ongoing preventative maintenance
program: on November 29, 2017. There were no concerns: identified'.., during the inspection.
Columbia is continuing to evaluating best management practices and other options such as
increasing the capacity of the pond and level control management to .prevenbAschargels from the
pond during extreme precipitation~events in the future.
If you have any questions of -comments, please feel free to contact me at (828) 724'1191 exk 2324 `
Sincerely,
Jarrett Rhinehart 4 }
Maintenance Manager t

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Wiggs, Linda
From:
Hartman, Larry <[e-mail]>
Sent:
Wednesday, January 08, 2014 6:18 AM
To:
Wiggs, Linda
Cc:
Sprouse, Brian
Subject:
Columbia Forest Products Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Attachments:
log pond stabilization 009.JPG; log pond stabilization 011.JPG
Dear Ms. Wiggs,
In your inspection visit on 11/22/13, you noted the "slope deficiency" at our log pond. The repairs to that problem were
completed on 1/6/14. 1 have attached before and after pictures. Please contact me if there are any questions or if
anything further needs to be done.
Thank you.
Larry Hartman
Maintenance Manager
Columbia Forest Products
Old Fort, NC
Phone: [phone] ext 2324
Cell: 828-450-7742
[e-mail]
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June 17, 2016
Mr. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter
Tracking Number: , IO
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Davidson:
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division located in Old Fort, North Carolina_ _
(Columbia Carolina) is submitting this response letter regarding Notice of Violation (NOV) tracki
number NOV-2016-LV-0269 received on June" 7;-2016. The NOV identifies one limit exceedance
for total suspended solids and a�reporting violation"regardingI[the-units reported for the effluent
flow for the October 2015 Discharge ,Monitoring Report.,(DMR).
On the day of October 1, 2015 Columbia Carolina reported total suspended solids at.a concentration
of 64.3 with a discharge at 24 gallons perminute (GPM). Typically there is no dischargefrom the
pond. The discharge occurred following six days of a storm event with over, 31/z inches of
precipitation. The discharge stopped following the storm`event.
As a preventative measure to reduce solids accumulation in the pond, Columbia Forest Products
will be scheduling a clean out/dredging of the pond in the fall. A recirculation pump has also been
ordered to place in the,pond to control algae growth.
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For the flow, the drop down menu for flow, instantaneouswas marked rather than the calculated.
We will make those changes in future reports. The'O,ctober DMR-has been revised to report MGD.
Since we discharge rarely, as a corrective measure in the future aiiy'.DMR whexewe have load a
discharge event will be reviewed for completeness by our,.,environmental consultant prior, to
submittal.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at (828) 7244i91 ext. 2324 Yr
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SYeRhinehart
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Maintenance Manager
Attachment: Revised October 2015 Report, submitted June 16, 2016

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NPDES PERMIT NO. NCO087076 DISCHARGE 001 MONTH OCTOBER YEAR 2015
FACILITY NAME Columbia Forest Products CLASS COUNTY McDowell
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) BILL PRESNELL GRADE PHONE (828) - 724 - 4191
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES (1) mes & James Environmental (2)
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ATTN: CENTRAL FILES TUN (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
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submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for
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00076 Turbidity 00600 Total Nitrogen 01002 Total Arsenic 01077 Silver Residual
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMI)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BODS
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00400 pH
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00625 Total Kjeldhal
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00665 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
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00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
01092 Zinc
01027 Cadmium 01105 Aluminum
01032 Hexavalent Chromium 01147 Total Selenium
01034 Chromium
31616 Fecal Coliform
32730 Total Phenolics
01037 Total Cobalt
34235 Benzene
01042 Copper
34481 Toluene
01045 Iron
38260 MBAS
01051 Lead
39516 PCBs
01062 Molybdenum
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Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
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Return Receipt Requested
May 24, 2016
Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2016-LV-0269
Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
McDowell County
Dear Permittee:
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A review of the October 2015 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 10/1/2015 45 64.3 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
Reporting Violation(s):
Sample ,
Location Parameter Date Type of Violation
001 Effluent Flow to be reported in MGD per 10/1/2015 Parameter reported with invalid Unit of
NPDES permit NCO087076 Measure
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.
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State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

Please note that the same units of measurement for the parameters listed on your NPDES permit are required to
be reported on the DMR. The violation listed above is in reference to FLOW, which is required to be listed in MGD/
Million Gallons per Day.
It is requested that a response be submitted in writing to this office within fifteen (15) days of
receipt of this letter.
If.you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor —
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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Can you provide input as to what the "system" is for this permit and how we should classify it? I don't have a feel for
what the treatment technology is or even if they need an operator... just let me know and we'll take it from there. (I'm
gonna guess ... PC1 or PCNC)?
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Supervisor, NC Operator Certification Program
Division of Water Resources
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From: SVCeDMRadmin
Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2016 12:17 PM
To: Reid, Steve <[e-mail]>
Cc:[e-mail]
Subject: FW: eDMR Assistance
Steve,
Could you assist the classification issue?
Emily- Steve's number is 919-707-9108
Michele
From: Emily Goodwin [mailto:eeoodwin slrconsultingcom]
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2016 7:13 PM
To: SVCeDMRadmin <eDMRadmin nc.gov>
Subject: eDMR Assistance
I am trying to help Columbia Forest Products Permit NCO087076 submit their wastewater DMR using the eDMR system
for which the facility was registered in the fall of 2015. However, when they try to create a report they get the following
three error messages:
Error Code
Message
EMCR_2001
Permit NCO087076 is not classified.
EMCR_2002
Designated Operator information is missing for
Permit NC0097076.
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The permit is a NPDES permit for a log pond and the operator is Bill Presnell. I spoke with Ms Janet Cantwell in the
Ashville Regional office and she is unable to determine how to classify the permit within the system and allow for the
submittal of DMRs.
Thank you for your assistance,
Emily Goodwin
Emily Goodwin
Associate Scientist
SLR International Corporation
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Cantwell, Janet
From:
Reid, Steve
Sent:
Monday, May 02, 2016 4:13 PM
To:
Cantwell, Janet
Cc:
Kinney, Maureen
Subject:
FW: eDMR Assistance
Janet -
Can you provide input as to what the "system" is for this permit and how we should classify it? I don't have a feel for
what the treatment technology is or even if they need an operator... just let me know and we'll take it from there. (I'm
gonna guess ... PC1 or PCNC)?
Thanks!
Sbewe.I %Reid
Supervisor, NC Operator Certification Program
Division of Water Resources
Department of Environmental Quality
PH: 919.707.9108
FX:919.715.2726
steve. reid (a),ncdenr.gov
https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/wast(
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From: SVCeDMRadmin
Sent: Thursday, April 28, 2016 12:17 PM
To: Reid, Steve <[e-mail]>
Cc: [e-mail]
Subject: FW: eDMR Assistance
Steve,
Could you assist the classification issue?
Emily- Steve's number is 919-707-9108
Michele
From: Emily Goodwin[mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2016 7:13 PM
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To: SVCeDMRadmin <[e-mail]>
Subject: eDMR Assistance
I am trying to help Columbia Forest Products Permit NCO087076 submit their wastewater DMR using the eDMR system
for which the facility was registered in the fall of 2015. However, when they try to create a report they get the following
three error messages:
Error Code
Message
EMCR_2001
Permit NCO087076 is not classified.
EMCR_2002
Designated Operator information is missing for
Permit NC0097076.
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The permit is a NPDES permit for a log pond and the operator is Bill Presnell. I spoke with Ms Janet Cantwell in the
Ashville Regional office and she is unable to determine how to classify the permit within the system and allow for the
submittal of DMRs.
Thank you for your assistance,
Emily Goodwin
Emily Goodwin
Associate Scientist
SLR International Corporation
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Attn: Jeffery Wakefield, Plant Manager
Columbia Forest Products
3 69 Columbia Carolina Rd.
Old Fort, NC 28762
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
John E. Skvarla., III
Secretary
July 08, 2014
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO087076
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McDowell County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on July 07, 2014. A member of the NPDES
Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your
permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit
expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contac Char es
ea. ` 19-807-6391.
Sincerely,
W r&,.,, TkZAo o-rd-
Wren Thedford
Water Quality Permitting Section
cc: Central Files
AgWewille Regional Offic
NPDES Unit
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JUL 1 1 2014
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]MCustomer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet:: www.ncwatef.orq
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - Minor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
5. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code(s): 2435
6. Number of employees: 300
7. Describe the treatment system List all installed waste treatment components with capacities,
describe the processes that generate wastewaters. If the space provided is not sufficient attach a
separate sheet of paper with the system description.
Columbia Forest Products practices wet decking where the ends of untreated logs are sprayed
to prevent splitting. Beginning in March or April and continuing through October or
November, the logs are sprayed with water in the log yard. Water is pumped from the log pond
and sprayed within the spray basin. No chemicals are added to the water. The water is
sprayed on the logs at a maximum flow rate of 800 gallons/minute and is then diverted back
into the log pond by drainage ditches. During storm events resulting in approximately 2
inches or more of rain, the log pond will overflow into an overflow pond. When full, the
overflow pond and log pond are both at capacity, the log pond discharges to the Catawba River.
S. Is facility covered under federal effluent limitation guidelines? No ❑ Yes
If yes, specify the category? Part 249 Subpart I - Discharges resulting from wet decking
9. Principal product(s) produced: Hardwood Plywood
Principal raw material(s) consumed: Poplar Veneer
Briefly describe the manufacturing process(es):
Logs are brought to the site by trucks and are unloaded in the log yard where they are stored prior to
debarking. After debarking, the logs are cut to length and loaded into one of six log soaking vats, to
increase the temperature of the logs to slightly above peeling temperatures. The logs are removed from
the vats and are fed to one of two lathes inside the lathe building. The resulting green veneer is
clipped, sorted, and stacked. The green veneer is then transported to a veneer dryer to reduce the
moisture content of the wood. The veneer is then sorted and stacked.
The veneer is transported to one of four spreaders, where plywood sheets are manually assembled by
alternating layers of veneer and glue. The Site purchases the hardwood veneer faces that are
transported to the Site by railcar. Stacks of glued sheets are conveyed to one of three hot presses.
During the press cycle, heat and pressure are applied to the sheets until the individual pieces of
veneer within the sheets are permanently bonded together. After pressing, the sheets are moved to
finishing where they are individually trimmed to size, patched, sanded, and packaged for transport.
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - Minor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
10. Amount of principal product produced or raw material consumed
List specific amounts consumed and/or units of roduction over the last three ears
Product Produced or Raw Material
Consumed
AVERAGE
Product Produced or Raw Material
Consumed
PEAK
per Day
10,500 panels
11,000 panels
per Month
210,000 panels
220,000 panels
per Year
2,520,000 panels
2,640,000 panels
11. Frequency of discharge: Continuous ❑
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: < 1
Intermittent
Duration:
12. Types of wastewater discharged to surface waters only
Discharge '
Flow .
GALLONS PER DAY
Sanitary - monthly average
0
Utility water, etc. - monthly average
0
Process water - monthly average
NA - discharge only during large storm events (see
cover letter)
Stormwater - monthly average
93,000
Other - monthly average
Explain:
0
Monthly Average
93,000
total discharge (all types)
13. Number of separate discharge points: 1 Outfall Identification number(s) 001
14. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall, including
latitude and longitude):
Catawba River (see Site Location map included as Figure 1)
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - Minor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
15. Effluent Data [for new or proposed discharges]
Provide data for the parameters listed. Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other parameters 24-hour
composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum and monthly average.
If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
NOTE: Permittees requesting renewal should complete the table ONLY for the parameters
currently monitored. Summarize the east 3 vears of effluent data.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Leverage
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
See Cover Letter
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
Total Organic Carbon
Total Suspended Solids
Ammonia as N
Temperature (Summer)
Temperature (Winter)
pH
Fecal Coliform (If sanitary waste is
present)
Total Residual Chlorine (if chlorine is
used)
16. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply and provide permit
numbers or check none if not applicable):
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
CESQG
NGC210136
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other: Synthetic Minor Air Permit 04637R09
17. List any chemicals that may be discharged (Please list and explain source and potential
amounts.)
None
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - Minor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
18. Is this facility located on Indian country? (check one)
Yes ❑ No
19. Applicant Certification
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Jeffery Wakefield Plant Manager
Printed name of Person Signing Title
of A
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false
statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or
required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission
implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or
monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable
by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section
1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both,
for a similar offense.)
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Jeffery Wakefield
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
John E. Skvarla III
Secretary
December 12, 2014
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
McDowell County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit has no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 22,
2014.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal -
requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you
have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919) 807-
6391.
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Reeder, Dire —
Division of Water Resources
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Permit'NC0087076
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as the Catawba River in subbasin 03-08-30 of 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 January 1, 2015.
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2019.
Signed this day December 12, 2014
G
Th29om'as A. Reeder, Direct
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NCO087076
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is. no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Columbia Forest Products is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing wet decking facility consisting of a settling pond
and an overflow pond. This permitted facility is located at 369 Columbia Carolina
Road, near Old Fort in McDowell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works (via outfall 001) at the location specified on
the attached map into the Catawba River, currently a Class C water in hydrologic
unit 03050101 of the Catawba River Basin,.
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Permit NCO087076
Part I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to' discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be
limited and monitored** by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample
[PCS Code]
Average
Maximum
Frequency
Sample Type
Location
Flow
Monitor and Report (MGD)
Each event
Instantaneous
Effluent
[500501
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
[005301
Settleable Solids
0.1 ml/L
0.2 ml/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
[00545]
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Each event
Grab
Effluent
[004001
— —
** No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting
discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (3)].
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
There shall be no debris discharged from the facility.
A. (2) BIOCIDE CONDITION
There shall be no chromium, zinc or copper added to the treatment system except as
pre -approved additives to biocidal compounds.
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division's Aquatic Toxicology Branch prior to
the use of any biocide (not previously approved by the Division) in the effluent discharged
under this permit. Approval for use of any biocide not previously approved should be
requested at least 90 days in advance of any planned usage.
Contact the Aquatic Toxicology Unit for detailed instructions on requesting approval of
biocides:
NC DENR / DWR / Aquatic Toxicology Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
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Permit NCO087076
A. (3) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals,
then permittees must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA). The Division anticipates that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning
implementation.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II
of this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting (Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)]
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee
shall begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically .using the NC DWR's
Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each
month and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted
facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet.
Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media
Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all
discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to
complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original
and a copy of the computer -printed eDMR to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due
to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the
households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted
on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director.
Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must
be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to
the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR.
Temporary waivers shall be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At
such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re-
applies for and is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division. .
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Permit NC0087076
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements is found on the following web page:
http: / /portal.ncdenr. org/web /wq / admin/bog/ipu/edmr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month
following the issuance of the permit or in the -case of a new facility, on the last day of the
month following the commencement of discharge.
2. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and supersedes Section B.
(11.) (d)l
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person
described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that
person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be
delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an
eDMR user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more
information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an
eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
http: / /portal.ncdenr. org/web /wq / admin /bog/ipu / edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system
shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.221. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared
under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that
qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my
inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly
responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant
penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and
imprisonment for knowing violations."
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)]
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR
submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years
from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any
time [40 CFR 122.41].
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Latitude: 35'40'07"
Longitude: 82'06'36"
Quad: Marion, N.C.
Stream Class: C
Hydrologic Unit Code: 03050101
Receiving Stream: Catawba River
NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
Facility
Location
McDowell County
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N sS Permit Standard Conditions
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section S. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply_
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class Il penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duly to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.S) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Si ng atory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if.
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, trite, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)1: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
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7. Recordinz Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(l)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(l)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.IC). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part 1I of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [I 5A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909.. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable. Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(f).. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
hi accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee''s collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations; sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtQ is issued to all :applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
2.15.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users;
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3 (v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other, pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following_
address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit.
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples .collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format.
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved.
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single; continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division'
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
December 20, 2013
Larry Hartman
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
PO Box 1148
Old Fort, NC 28762
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No: NCO087076
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Hartman:
On November 22, 2013, I conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection. You and Brian Sprouse were present
during the inspection. The facility appeared to be in compliance with permit NC0087076. The final pond had a
slope deficiency that needs to be repaired. Although the inspection was for the wastewater system we did
discuss your stormwater sampling as well. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional
observations and comments related to both permits. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at
828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: 828-296A500 FAX: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.nGdenr.org/web/wglws
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
ArH Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN I 2 15I 3I NC0087076 111 12I 13/11/22 117 18I CI 19I S I 20I
Remarks
211111IIIIIIIIIIII1111IIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ---- - --------------Reserved--------------
67I 169 70 IU 711 I 72 I N I 73IW I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
11:50 AM 13/11/22
10/01/01
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
369 Columbia Carolina
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Old Fort NC 28762
01:00 PM 13/11/22
14/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Ed Wicklander,PO Box 1148 Old Fort NC 28762//828-724-4191/8287249084 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs J ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/ .
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont. 1
3I NCO087076 I11 12I 13/11/22 117 18I ^I
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The inspector visited most of the site with Brian Sprouse and Larry Hartman, whose time was greatly
appreciated.
An area that needed improvement was the side slope of the final pond. By the discharge point a side slope
of the pond had sloughed off and was in need of repair. We.discussed repairing the slope and determining if
the ponds needed to be cleaned out as well.
This facility is covered by a wastewater NPDES permit (NC0087076) and a stormwater NPDES permit
(NCG210136). This inspection was related to the wastewater permit, however the stormwater permit
outfalls were also observed and discussed. The following comments are to assist the permittee with proper
stormwater sampling. Stormwater Discharge Outfall (SDO) #2, #3 and #4 likely need to be reviewed based
on discussions. SDO #4 needs to capture the stormwater flows from the drainage trench between the main
manufacturing building and the veneer unloading building. SDO #2 and #3 cannot be sampled in the
stream. All stormwater samples have to be sampled at the end of pipe, prior to joining the receiving
waterbody, and within the first 30 minutes of the stormwater discharging.
Also discussed was the need for the wastewater permit. Mr. Sprouse stated it is rare for this system to
discharge; basically only during extremely heavy rainfall years, which this year was one. The prior
wastewater discharge event was 2009.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO087076 Owner - Facility: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Inspection Date: 11/22/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations $ Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment:
Lagoons
Type of lagoons?
# Number of lagoons in operation at time of visit?
Are lagoons operated in?
# Is a re -circulation line present?
Is lagoon free of excessive floating materials?
# Are baffles between ponds or effluent baffles adjustable?
Are dike slopes clear of woody vegetation?
Are weeds controlled around the edge of the lagoon?
Are dikes free of seepage?
Are dikes free of erosion?
Are dikes free of burrowing animals?
# Has the sludge blanket in the lagoon (s) been measured periodically in multiple locations?
# If excessive algae is present, has barley straw been used to help control the growth?
Is the lagoon surface free of weeds?
Is the lagoon free of short circuiting?
Comment: One side slope of the last lagoon has eroded. Columbia personnel stated
that was already slated to be fixed.
The sludge blanket is not measured periodically or in multiple locations. However, it was
discussed that the solids would be measured to determine if the ponds needed
cleaning, especially since heavy equipment may be deployed to fixed the slope.
Yes No NA NE
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■❑❑❑
❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Yes No NA NE
Anaerobic
2
Series
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Pat McCrory
Governor
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Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
V
na Depar>tmeli of. Enviroinment and Natural Resources
f .0 Water _Res.outces
",Water,Quality Programs
''..,.'-Thomas A. Reeder,.
Director
N'ovember;26, 2013',
Subject: RESCISSION : LV-2013-0176
May 2013 DMR
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
NPDES Permit No. NCO087076
McDowell County
John E.. Skvarla, III
Secretary
On October 2, 2013, Columbia Forest Products was sent a Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty LV-2013-0176 for Limit Violations on a Daily Max and Monthly Average Settleable Solids for the May
2013 DMR.
Columbia Forest had previously, sent to Raleigh Central Files an amended DMR report and explanation
that the decimal point had been incorrectly placed causing the limit violations. The facility was actually in
compliance.
The subject civil penalty assessment has been rescinded and no further action will be taken. If you
have questions concerning this matter, please do -not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at
828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
cc: D1NR Asheville-Filesi
DWR Central Files
DWR Point Source Branch
Brian Sprouse/ Maintenance Manager/ Columbia Forest Products
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swamtanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone]\ Fax: [phone]
Internet: hffo:Hoofal,ncdenr.orv/web/wa/ws
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!Columbia WE CARE.
FOREST PRODUCTS After all, irs our company.
August 12, 2009 Aug 13 2009 1
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASNEVILL` E REGIONAL OFFICE
Mr. Jeff Menzel
North Carolina DENR
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter
NOV No. NOV-2009-LV-0332
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Menzel:
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division located in Old Fort,
North Carolina (Columbia Carolina) is submitting this response letter regarding
Notice of Violation (NOV) number NOV-2009-LV-0332. This NOV was issued
to Columbia Carolina in response to the May 28, 2009 sampling event which
produced a Total Suspended Solid (TSS) sampling result above the Monthly
Average Effluent Limitation. Columbia Carolina currently operates a wet
decking operation at the facility. The discharge point (Outfall 001) from the wet
decking operation (at the log pond to the Catawba River) is permitted by NPDES
permit No. NCO087076 which expires on December 31, 2009. Columbia
Carolina submitted their renewal application on June 8, 2009.
Columbia Carolina completed the construction of the overflow pond in February
2005. The overflow pond was constructed to limit the discharges to the Catawba
River through Outfall 001. When full, the log pond discharges to the overflow
pond. There are discharges to the river only when both ponds have reached their
capacity. With the construction of the overflow pond, discharges occur
infrequently to the Catawba River via Outfall 001 and only during extreme storm
events.
The TSS sampling result from the May 28, 2009 event was below the Daily
Maximum Effluent Limitation, but just over the Monthly Average Effluent
Limitation. There were no other discharge events in May 2009 to average the
results. All other parameters sampled for met the Daily Maximum Effluent
Limitation and the Monthly Average Effluent Limitation. Since discharges from
Outfall 001 only occur during extreme storm events, it is typically not possible to
collect more than one sample during a month.
P.O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NC 28762
P: 828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302

9columbia
FOREST PRODUCTS
P.O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NO 28762
P: 828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302
WE CARE.
After all tes our company.
The discharge through Outfall 001 to the Catawba River during the May 28, 2009
event only occurred for less than an hour. It should also be noted that the amount
of rain received in the Old Fort, North Carolina area during May 2009 was about
double the average monthly May precipitation. Please find attached a "Record of
River and Climatological Observations" for Old Fort, North Carolina obtained
from the NOAA National Climate Data Center Image and Publication System
website. According to this record, the amount of rain received in the Old Fort
area for May 2009 was 9.35 inches. The average monthly May precipitation for
the area is 4.37 inches (according to the Southeast Regional Climate Center
(SERCC) website for Marion, North Carolina). Also, in the days leading to the
May 28, 2009 discharge event, it rained over 4 inches causing the ponds to reach
their capacity. The daily average rainfall for May is 0.16 inches according to the
SERCC website for Marion, North Carolina (30 year average).
As a remedial action, Columbia Carolina will schedule a dredging and cleaning
of the log pond and overflow pond when the ponds are at a low water level. This
will help ensure proper operation of the ponds and maximize the capacity of the
ponds. Columbia Carolina will implement this dredging and cleaning on an as
needed basis going forward.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at (828)
724-4191.
Sincerely,
Ed Alkire
Plant Engineer

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
PO Box 1148
Old Fort NC 28762
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
July 30, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Dee Freeman
Secretary
NOV-2009-LV-0332
Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
McDowell County
A review of Columbia Forest Plywood Products's monitoring report for May 2009 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Solids, Total Suspended -
05/31/09
30 mg/I
35.7 mg/I
Monthly
Concentration
Average
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. It is not requested
that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations
or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Jeff Menzel.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the
violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you
anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may contact Jeff Menzel of this Office for additional
information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Jeff Menzel at 828/296-4600.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins . — —
Governor Director
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JEFFERY WAKEFIELD - WATER OU LITY SECTION
PLANT MANAGER F ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
COLUMBIA FOREST PRODUCTS x `
PO BOY 1148
OLD FORT NC 28762
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application.
NPDES Permit NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wakefield:.
Freeman
Secretary
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on June 9, 2009. A member of the NPDES
Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your
permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit
expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Tom Belnick
at [phone].
Sincerely,
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Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
. s'Me"7 I e Regional Office/Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
Ed Alkire, Plant Engineer, Columbia Forest Products, PO Box 1148, Old Fort, NC 28762
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ���` e��� /�„
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1columbia WE CARE.. Ron
FOREST PRODUCTS After al, its our company. 1?E%M0b1VED
J U N 9 2009
North Carolina DENR
Division of Water Quality — NPDES Unit
1617.Mail Service Center DENR - WATER QUALITY
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
POINT SOURCEBRANCH ;
RE: NPDES Permit No. NCO087076 Renewal Application
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division
Old Fort, North Carolina .
To Whom It May Concern: -
Please find enclosed the NPDES permit renewal application for' Columbia Forest.
Products, Columbia Carolina Division located at 369 Columbia Carolina Road in
Old Fort, North Carolina (Columbia Carolina). Columbia Carolina currently
operates a wet decking operation at the facility. The discharge point (Outfall
001) from the wet decking operation (at the log pond to the Catawba River) is
permitted by NPDES permit No. NCO087076-which expires on December 31,
2009. This renewal application is being submitted in accordance with Part H,
Section B, Condition 10 of the permit within .180-days prior to expiration. .
With the construction of the overflow pond in February 2005, discharges occur _
infrequently to the Catawba River via Outfall 001 (only during extreme events).
Please find a summary of the analytical results from the most recent sampling
events from Outfall 001. Prior to the August 2008 event, the previous discharge
event from the log pond was in the fall of 2005.
TSS
Settleable
'
Ip
Sampling Event
(mom)
Solids;
(mow)
Olin)
August 27, 2008 Sampling
41.3
0.1
7.69
Event
May 28, 2009 Sampling Event
35.7
0.1 - :
7.20
Monthly Average Effluent
30
0.1
6.0 — 9.0
Limitation
Daily Maximum Effluent
45
0.2
6.0 - 9.0
Limitation
If you have any questions or comments, please feel" free to contact me at (828)
724-4191.
Sincerely,
Ed Alkire -
Plant Engineer
P..O. Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, NO 28762
P: 828.724.4191
1.800.438.6069
F: 828.724.4302
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIQNAL OFFICE

NPDES PERMIT AP] CATION - SHORT FORM C - ] or Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facinties.
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit Number IN00087076
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Informations
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code,
Telephone Number'
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Columbia Forest Products
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369 Columbia Carolina. Road
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Old Fort J U nl a ;nng
North Carolina, 28762
[phone] DENR - VV6�UALITii
[phone] PAINT SOURCE -BRANCH
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as' above
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
3. Operator Information.-
Name of the firm, consultant or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the -
Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name Columbia Forest Products
Mailing Address 369 Columbia Carolina Road
City Old Fort -
State / Zip Code North Carolina, 28762
Telephone Number (828)-724-4191
Fax Number [phone]
4. Ownership Status:

NPDES PERMIT AT _ _ICATION - SHORT FORM C - nor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
Federal ❑ State ❑ Private ® Public ❑

NPDES PERMIT AP [CATION - SHORT FORM C -: - -nor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial.fae sties.
5. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code(s): 2435
6. Number of employees: 300
7. Describe the treatment. system List all installed waste treatment components with capacities,
describe the processes that generate wastewaters. If the space provided is not sufficient attach a
separate sheet of paper with the system description. ,
Columbia Forest Products practices wet decking where the ends of untreated logs are sprayed
to prevent splitting. Beginning in .March or April and continuing through. October or
November, the logs are sprayed with water in the log yard. Water is pumped from the- log
-pond and sprayed within the spray basin. No chemicals are added to the water. The water is "
sprayed on the logs at a maximum flow rate of 800 gallons/minute and is then diverted. back
into the log pond by drainage ditches. During storm events resulting in approximately 2
.inches or more of rain, -the log pond will overflow into an overflow pond. When full, the -
overflow pond and log pond are both at capacity 'the log pond discharges to -.the Catawba
-River..
8. Is facility covered under federal effluent limitation guidelines? No ❑ Yes
..If yes, specify the category? Part 429 Subpart I - Discharges resulting from wet decking
9. Principal products) produced: Hardwood Plywood
principal raw material(s) -consumed: Poplar Veneer
Briefly describe the manufacturing processles]:
Logs are brought to the site by trucks and, are unloaded in the log yard were they are stored.prior to
debarking. After debarking, the logs are cut to length and loaded into one of six log soaking vats to
increase the temperature of the logs to slightly above peeling temperatures. The logs are removed
from the :vats and are fed to' one of two lathes inside the lathe building. The resulting green veneer is
clipped, sorted,. and. stacked: The green veneer is then transported to a veneer dryer to reduce the .
moisture content of the wood. The veneer is then sorted and stacked.
The veneer is transported to one of four spreaders, where plywood sheets are manually assembled by -
alternating layers of veneer and glue. The ..Site purchases the hardwood veneer faces that are
transported to the Site by railcar. Stacks of glued sheets are conveyed to one of three hot presses.
During the press cycle, heat and pressure are applied to the sheets until the individual pieces of
veneer within the sheets are permanently bonded together. After pressing, the sheets are moved to
finishing where they are individually trimmed to size, patched, sanded, and packaged for transport.

NPDES PERMIT API ,,.CATION --SHORT FORM C -1__ _Lor Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing- and commercial facilities.
10. Amount of principal product produced or raw material consumed -
ts med and/or units o roduction over the last three ears
Lists
ecz c- amoun consu
Product Produced or Raw Material
Product Produced or Raw Material
Consumed
Consumed
AVERAGE
PE
per Day
10,500 panels
11,000 panels
per Month
210,000 panels
220,000 panels
.per Year
2,520,000 panels
2,640,000 panels

NPDES PERMIT APk-„+CATION - SHORT FORM C - ] for Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
11. Frequency of discharge:. Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent: Days per week discharge occurs: O Duration: O
12. Types of wastewater discharged to surface waters only
Discharge
Flow
GALLONS PER DAY
Sanitary - monthly average
0
Utility water, etc. - monthly average
0
Process water - monthly average
NA- - discharge only during large storm events (see
cover letter)
Stormwater - monthly average
93,000
Other - monthly average -
Explain:
0
Monthly Average
total discharge (all types)
93,000
13. Number of separate discharge points: 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
14. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall, including
latitude and longitude
Catawba River (see Site Location Map included as Figure 11
15. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other parameters 24-hour
composite sampling shall be used If multiple analyses are reported, report daily maximum and monthly average. If
only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum
Parameter.
Daily
Maximum
Monthly.
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
See Cover
Letter
Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD)
Total Organic Carbon
Total Suspended Solids
Ammonia as N
Temperature (Summer)
Temperature ,(Winter)
pH
Fecal Coliform (If sanitary waste is present) ,

NPDES PERMIT AP. CATION - SHORT FORM C - ; ior Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
Total Residual Chlorine (if chlorine is used)

NPDES PERMIT AP, (CATION - SHORT FORM C - _. _ior Industrial
Minor industrial, manufacturing and commercial facilities.
16. List an permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply and provide permit
numbers or check none if not applicablej:
Permit
Type _Permit Number Type Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) CESQG NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES NGC210136 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or
PSD (CAA) Other: Synthetic Minor Air Permit 04637R09
Non -attainment program
17. List any chemicals that may be discharged (Please list and explain source and potential
amounts.)
None
18. Is this facility located on Indian country? (check oneT
Yes f] No
19. Applicant Certification
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Jeffery Wakefield Plant Manager
Printed name of Person Signing Title
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or .
certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of
the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate
any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000
or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
November 23, 2009
Mr. Ed Alkire
Columbia Forest Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, N.C, 28762.1148
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Alkire:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes no significant changes from'the draft permit sent to you on
October 7, 2009.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please
contact Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone] or via e-mail [[e-mail]].
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Permit NCO087076
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
Columbia Forest Products is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing wet decking facility consisting of a settling pond
and an overflow pond. This permitted facility is located at 369 Columbia Carolina
Road, near Old Fort in McDowell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works (via Outfall 001) at the location specified on
the attached map into the Catawba River, currently a Class C water in hydrologic
unit 03050101 of the Catawba River Basin,.

Ltitude: 35°40'07" N CO087076
Pngitude: 82°06'36" Columbia Forest Products
.iad: Marion, N.C.
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(drologic Unit Code: 03050101
!ceiving Stream: Catawba River
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Permit NC0087Q76
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to
discharge treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the
Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS :
MONITORINGREQUIREMENTS
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PARAMETER
Monthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample Type '
Sample
Average
Maximum ;
Frequency
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Flow
Each event
Instantaneous
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
Settleable Solids
0.1 ml/L
0.2 ml/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0
standard units
Each event
Grab
Effluent
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
There shall be no debris discharged from the facility.
A. (2) BIOCIDE CONDITION
There _shall_be no chromium, zinc or copper added to the treatment system except as
pre -approved additives to biocidal compounds.
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division's Aquatic Toxicology Upit prior to the
use of any biocide (not previously approved by the Division) in the effluent discharged under
this permit. Approval for use of any biocide not previously approved should be requested at
least 90 days in advance of any planned usage.
Contact the Aquatic Toxicology Unit for detailed instructions on requesting approval of
biocides:
NC DENR / DWQ / Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SectionA. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall
be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or establisl-ied or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or 'automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
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totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/ volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following
restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Pernuttees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention tune < 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewnter treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minirnu rn of four samples during a 24-hour
sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
D aily D ischarge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the " daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.2)
D aily M aximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Lunitations and Monitoring Page(s).
D M or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
EPA
The United States E nvironmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage uunder this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
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Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
QuarterlyAverage (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damaW
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Pernuttee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
WeeklyAverage (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Pernuttee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.411.
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the tune 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.
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b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or
any requirement imposed m a pretreatment program approved tinder sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8) of the
Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. 133 USC 1319 (d) and 40
CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who ndiilyviolates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the
Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued tinder section 402 of
the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved tinder section 402(a)(3) or
402(bX8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
inprisoninent of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. 133 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
d. Any person wino kiud4y violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
133 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(cX3XBXiii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes 5 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any perinit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued tinder section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amotunt of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum aniournt of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500.133 USC 1219
(g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Miti agate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge trse or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil ancd Criminal L iability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Pernnittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
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of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permttee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to winch the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41
6. Onshore or Offshore Constriction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical strictures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-231.
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Pere -tee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. EM1ration 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 Pernttee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All peiYnit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
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term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively, or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.221.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a dilly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above,
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.221
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.221. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"1 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons .
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, riles, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a tunely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 21-1.0105 (b) (2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
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Section C. Operation and. M aintenance of Pollution Contmis
Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Pernttee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system 115A NCAC 8G.02011.
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Complywith all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into anew system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or backup ORC.
Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all tunes provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and
maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator
[subcontractor] or a member of the Pernuttee's staff.
3. Need. to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
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The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
11. E . 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Pernttee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
Ups ets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)1: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permttee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Pernttee complied with any remedial measures required. under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)1: The Pernttee seeking to establish the Occurrence of an upset
has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewater
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with N CGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/ disposal of sludge may be
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reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (wh(--n
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124) to prevent
the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of
alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
SectionD. MgW orlr ; auxlRecoids
Representative Sampling
Samples collectedd and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samplers collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality/ Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and .reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or httl2://1-12o.enr.stttc.nc.us/lab/cert.htm) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
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Personnel conducting testing of field -certified parameters must hold the appropriate field parameter
certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 1437215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, Lidless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.411.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimuun detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.
If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person Linder this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.411.
Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Pennittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports requiredd by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period maybe extended by request of the Director at any tune [40 CFR
122.411.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as. may be required
bylaw, to;
a. Enter upon the Permitteds premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept Linder the conditions of this permit;
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b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E R Rerntinen�ents
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required onlywhen:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent 1unitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements Linder 40 CFR 122.42 (a) 0).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permdttee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.410) (3)] .
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoringresults must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twent- four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause, the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue, and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate,. and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
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b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported. tinder Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.410) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to subunit 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 subnut
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.410) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of
all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (aX2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making
any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for .in
NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other doctment submitted or required to be maintained tinder this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more
than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR
122.411.
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
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The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / DWQ / Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
.Raleigh, N C 27699-1617
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
SectionA. Constriction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtQ permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur Lentil Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Secdonl3. GroundwaterMonitorir
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as maybe required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
SectionC. Clraies inDiscbarges ofToic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the perinit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
0) One hundred micrograms per liter 000 pg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile, five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 pg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
0 mg/L) for antimony,
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 p&IL);
(2) One milligram per liter 0 mg/L) for antimony,
(3) Ten times the maximurn concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastcuuter Dl5diMe Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDE S permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E . Facility Closure Recl WMfflgg s
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
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PART IV `
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
SectionA. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (b) (i) and (j)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the POTWs NPDE S Permit or prevents sewage sludge use
or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC
2H.0903 (b) (13)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the POTWs NPDES permit, or of an instreacn water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This
definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they
convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also means the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in
section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a
treatment works. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (27)]
"Sig2ificant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that 115A NCAC 2H.0903
(b) (34)1:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding
sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or;
(b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of
the maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or;
(c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard, or;
(d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise determined by the POTW, the Division, or
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTWs operation or for violating any
pretreatment standard or requirement or POTW's receiving stream standard, or to limit the POTWs sludge
disposal options.
Section& Publicly Owned. TreatmentWorks (POT
Ws)
All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the
operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the
treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.21
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b)]:
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1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, including pump and
hauled waste, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those
pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the
quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section Cy Municipal Control of Pollutants fium InclusttW Users.
Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from industries
using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water
quality standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste
treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference
as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)]
b. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5 (b)]:
1. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
2. Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with
pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
3. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting
in Interference;
4. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a
flow rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause interference with the POTW;
5. Heat in amounts which will may inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference,
but in no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds
40°C (104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature
limits;
6. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
7. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
8. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
C. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the WWTP, including slug loads and
other unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the permittee's Pretreatment
Program and/or the operation of the WWTP.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the WWTP to the Director or the appropriate Regional
Office. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became
aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of
the discharge, the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates
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and times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue, and steps
taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it maybe necessary for the Permttee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance
by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee maybe necessary
regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharger sending its effluent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which
includes categorical standards and locally derived limits and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a
new Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required
under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
SectionD. Pretreatment P
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the Pretreatment
Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II
or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 21-1.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.9 (1),(2)]
Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (f) (2) O-iii) and 15A NCAC 2H.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 Q (1)], including identification of all industrial
users and the character and amo-unt of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these industrial users and
identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Permittee shall submit a sLr7umary of
its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. The IWS
submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph B, 2, c, of this Part.
Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data
to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part II,
Section D, and Section E.S.). 115A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (2) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
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updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.441. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the
prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909.
Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits shall
contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special conditions,
and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to assure that
their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The Permittee
shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from
all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2H.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67 (a)]
Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable industrial
users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1 (a) (8)]
7. POTW Ins=ion & Monitoring of their SIUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 2H.0908 (d); 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (2) (v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all SIUs at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all SIUs at least twice per calendar year for all permit -limited pollutants, once during the period
from January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from July 1 through December 31, except
for organic compounds which shall be sampled once per calendar year. For the purposes of this
paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of compounds listed in 40 CFR 136.3 (a), Tables IC,
ID, and IF, as amended.
8. SIU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry s pretreatment permit, or
in 15A NCAC 2H.0908. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) (v) and (2) (iii); 40 CFR
122.44 Q (2)]
9. Enforcement ResponsePlan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307 (b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge
standards as set forth in 40 CFR 4035 and 15A NCAC 2H.0909, and specific local limitations. All
enforcement actions shall be consistent with the E nforcement Response Plan (E RP) approved by the Division.
[15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (7) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H.0904 (b) may be required to
submit a partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of
pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
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For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems Unit (PERCS)
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all SIUs in Significant Non -Compliance
(SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Prog[atn Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program sLunmary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non Comaliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms
approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms (ID SF
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the SIU. These analytical results must
be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific format approved by the
Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW s allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public
notice of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director is
needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11: Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of SIUs that were in SNC as defined in the Permittees Division -
approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous
twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
F15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (35)..0908 (b) (5) and .0905 and 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (2) (vii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW. L15A NCAC 21-1.0908 (f); 40 CFR 403.12 (o)]
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (a) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (3),403.9 (b) (3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications,
POTW monitoring of their 'SIUs, and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a permit
modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 21-1.0114 and 15A NCAC 2H.0907.
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Facility
Columbia Forest Products
NPDES Permit Number NCO087076
Issued Date 09/01/02
Expiration Date
12/31 /04
County McDowell
Mailing Address POB 1148
Old Fort. NC 28762
Responsible Official Marvin Jones — Plant Engineer
Official's Phone Number 828.724.4191
888.737.0514
828.724.4517 fax
ORC Greg Decker — Timber Manager
ORC's Phone Number 828.724.4191
888.737.0514
828.724.4517 fax
Location NCSR 1246
Old Fort, NC
Stream Catawba River
Class C
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State of North Carolini _
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
August 10, 2001
Ed Wicklander, Plant Engineer
Columbia Forest Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
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Subject: NPDES Permit Issuance
Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wicklander:
Division staff have reviewed and approved your application for an NPDES discharge permit. Accordingly, the
Division is forwarding 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 U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently amended).
The following items from the DRAFT permit have been retained in this FINAL permit:
■ Effluent permit limits for pH, total suspended solids, and settleable solids, and monitoring -only for flow:
■ Monitoring will be required. during each discharge event. Based on the application material submitted,
discharge events are intermittent and generally occur only during large storm events when the capacity of
the settling pond is exceeded.
If any parts, measurement frequencies, or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to
you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt
of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, --North Carolina 27699-6714. Unless such a demand is made, this permit shall be final and binding.
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Please take notice that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. Part II, EA. addresses
the requirements to be followed in case of change in ownership or control of this discharge. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit' does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality, the Division of
Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act, or any other federal or local governmental permit.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Tom Belnick at telephone number (919) 733-
5083, ext. 543.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
SUSAN A. WILSON
Gregory J. Thorpe
Enclosure: NPDES Permit No. NCO087076
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Permit No. NCO087076
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,
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort, North Carolina
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,
III, and IV hereof.
The permit shall become effective September 1, 2001.
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2004
-__..._. Signed this day August 10, 2001
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
SUSAN A. WILSON
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing wet decking facility consisting of a settling
pond and located at Columbia Forest Products, 369 Columbia Carolina, Old
Fort, McDowell County, and;
2. Discharge from said treatment works (via Outfall 001) into the Catawba
River, a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin, at the location specified
on the attached map.

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A (1)._ EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge
treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified
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1. Sample locations: E- Effluent.
2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
The permittee shall obtain authorization from the Division prior to use of any chemical additive in the discharge.
The permittee shall notify the Director in writing at least ninety (90) days prior to instituting use of any additional
additive in the discharge which may be toxic to aquatic life (other than additives previously approved by the
Division). Such notification shall include completion of Biocide Worksheet Form 101 (if applicable), a copy of the
MSDS for the additive, and a map indicating the discharge location. There shall be no chromium, zinc, or
copper added to the discharge except as pre -approved additives to biocidal compounds.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. There shall be' no debris
discharged from the facility.

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PART I
(continued)
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.
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
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTION A. DEFINITIONS
1. Permit Issuing Authority: The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
2. DEM or "the Division" Means the Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural
Resources.
3. EMC Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Act or "the Act" The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended,
33 USC 1251, et. seq.
5. Mass/Day Measurements
a. The is defined as the total mass 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. It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found by
adding the weights of the pollutant found each day of the month and then dividing this sum by the number
of days the tests were reported. The limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" in Part I of the permit.
b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during the 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. It is, therefore, an arithmetic
mean found by adding the weights of pollutants found each day of the week and then dividing this sum by
the number of days the tests were reported. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" in Part I of the
permit.
c. Thesclarge" is the total mass (weight) of a pollutant discharged during a calendar day°LIf�'
,only^oneple is taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant calculated from it is the "maximum
daily discharge." This limitation is identified as "Daily Maximum," in Part I of the permit.
d. The "average annual discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during the calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured during such year. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding
the weights of pollutants found each day of the year and then dividing this sum by the number of days the
tests were reported. This limitation is defined as "Annual Average" in Part I of the permit.
6. Concentration Measurement
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.

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6. 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. The "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 March, April through
June, July through September, and October through December.
7. Other Measurements
a. Flow, (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours average flow, averaged monthly. It is
determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the calendar month.
b. An "instantaneous flow measurement" is a measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the
sample and flow will be representative of the total discharge.
c. A "continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge flow from the facility which occurs continually
without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be monitored continually
except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance activities on the
flow device.
8. Types of Samples
a. Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of:
(1) a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period of discharge and
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8. a. (2) a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with the time intervals between
samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow measurement
between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the present
gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
(3) a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
In accordance with (1) above, the time interval between influent grab samples shall be no greater than
once per hour, and the time interval between effluent grab samples shall be no greater than once per hour
except at wastewater treatment systems having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases,
effluent grab samples may be collected at time intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period which are
equal in number of hours to the detention time of the system in number of days. However, in no case
may', the time interval between effluent grab samples be greater than six (6) hours nor the number of
samples less than four (4) during a 24-hour sampling period.
b. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual samples collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes;
the grab sample can be taken manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge or the
receiving waters.
9. Calculations of Means
a Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual values divided
by the number of individual values.
b. Geometric Mean: The geometric mean of any set of values is the Nth root of the product of the individual
values where N is equal to the number of individual values. The geometric mean is equivalent to the antilog
of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric
mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one 0).
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 CONDITIONS
1. Duty to Comply
The permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application.
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.

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1. b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a civil penalty
not to exceed $25,000 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. Penalties for Class II violations are not to. exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000.
2. Duty to Mitigate
The .permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the
environment.
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, C-4) and "Power Failures" (Part II, C-7),
nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties
for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319.
Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application of any
provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other
circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.

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S. Duty to Provide Information
The permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required to be kept by this permit.
9. Duty to Reapply
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.
10. Expiration of Permit
The permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization
to discharge beyond the expiration date, the permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are
required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date. Any
permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any permittee that does not have
a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the
permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Si�atory Requirements
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:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system,
or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best
of my'knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information; including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."

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12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition.
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Previous Permits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility, whether for
operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. [The exclusive authority to operate this
facility arises under this permit. The authority to operate the facility under previously issued permits bearing this
number is no longer effective. ] The conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing
discharge under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the facility by the
Certification Commission, the permittee shall .employ' a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in
responsible charge. (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such operator must hold a certification of the
grade equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the
Certification Commission. The permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type
and any grade to comply with the conditions of Title 15A NCAC Chapter 8G.0202. The ORC of the facility
must visit each Class I facility at least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding
weekends and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, NCAC Chapter 8G.0202. Once the facility is classified,
the permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission which designates the operator in responsible
charge within thirty days after the wastewater treatment facilities are 50% complete.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the permittee to achieve compliance with the
conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and
appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities
or similar systems 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
(1) "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. , .

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4. 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 subject to 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
(1) 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 treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section.
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse affects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph
d. (1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Definition: "Upset" means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factors beyond the reasonable
control of the permittee. An upset does not include noncompliance to the extent caused by operational
error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance,
or careless or improper operation.
b. Effect of an upset: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance
with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph c. of this condition
are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was caused by
upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial review.
c. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II, E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II, B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof: In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof.

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Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The permittee
shall comply with all existing federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 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 requirement. The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in
its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM Regulation, Title 15A,
North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability, to prevent the discharge of untreated or
inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby
generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
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 this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is
diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (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:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements are
consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring
flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected
discharge volumes. Once -through condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump
hour meters as specified in Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be
subject to this requirement.

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4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR
136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR
503, unless other test procedures have been specified in this permit.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be -punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 year's, or both.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including all calibration and maintenance
records and all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports
required by this permit, for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or
application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee shall record
the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter ,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.

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SECTION E REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
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,
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
Anticipated Noncompliance
The permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted facility or activity
which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements.
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be
necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2 of this
permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal
practices.
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test procedures
specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 503,
or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting
of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an arithmetic mean
unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any noncompliance which
may endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the
time the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5
days of the time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact dates and
times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and
steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance.

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6. b. The following shall be included as information which must be reported within 24 hours under this paragraph:
(1) Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(2) Any upset which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(3) Violation of a maximum daily discharge limitation for any of the pollutants listed by the Director in the
permit to be reported within 24 hours.
c. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under paragraph b. above of
this condition if the oral report has been received within 24 hours.
7. Other Noncompliance
The permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit.
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.
Noncompliance Notification
The permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report 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 Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.

PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A. Construction
No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions to add to the plant's , treatment capacity or to
change the type of process utilized at the treatment plant shall be begun until Final Plans and Specifications have
been submitted to the Division of Water Quality and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been
issued.
B. Groundwater Monitoring
The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct
groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with
the current groundwater standards.
C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe:
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
0) One hundred micrograms per liter 000 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per
liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1
mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (l mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten 00) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
D. Requirement to Continually Evaluate Alternatives to Wastewater Discharges
The permittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally
sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with
the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit
a report in such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action
within sixty (60) days of notification by the Division.
PART IV
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE
REQUIREMENTS
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 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.

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
May 1, 1998
CURTIS KUEHN
COLUMBIA FOREST PLYWOOD PROD
P.O. Box 1148
OLD FORT, NC 28762
Subject: Reissued Stormwater General Permit for
Certificate of Coverage No. NCG210136
Mcdowell County
Dear Permittee:
NX.MA,
1:3 E N R
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under the General Permit
NCG040000, the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is forwarding herewith the General Permit
NCG210000 which is a new General Permit to cover most of the Timber Products Industry. You
have now been given coverage under NCG210000 and your coverage under NCG040000 is hereby
terminated. 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.
The following information is included with your permit package:
■ A copy of the stormwater general permit NCG210000.
■ A new Certificate of Coverage under general permit NCG210000.
■ A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Certification Form. This form certifies that you have
developed and implemented the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) required in your
permit (both NCGO40000 and NCG210000). This form must be completed and returned to the
Division within 30 days of receipt of this letter. DO NOT send the SPPP with the signed form.
■ Five copies of Analytical Monitoring forms.
■ Five copies of Qualitative Monitoring forms.
■ A copy of a Technical Bulletin on the stormwater program which outlines program components
and addresses frequently asked questions. '
Your certificate of coverage is not transferable except after notice to DWQ. The 'Division of Water
Quality may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the certificate of coverage.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by
DWQ or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Division of Air Quality, Coastal Area
Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permits that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit or other attached documents, please contact the-
Stormwater
and General Permits Unit at telephone number [phone].
Sincerely,
for .. , � -'. ;;'ti':'�`•,-.,:. 'a.
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P. E.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX 919-733; 071'9
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES _
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG210000
.CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NO. NCG210136
STORMWATER DISCHARGES
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,
COLUM 3IA FOREST PLYWOOD PROD
is herby authorized to discharge stormwater from a facility located at: --
SR 1246
OLD FORT, NC
MCDOWELL COUNTY
to receiving waters designated as Catawba River in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, III and IV of General Permit No. NCG210000 as attached.
This Certificate of Coverage shall become effective May 1, 1998.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day May 1,1998
f o r A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authorization of the Environmental Management Commission

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
�FILE COPY
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
Mr. Edward V. Alkire
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina Road
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Dear Mr. Alkire:
May 30, 2008
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of'Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Columbia Forest Products
Wastewater Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit Number NCO087076
McDowell County
Attached is the report resulting from the Columbia Forest Products Wastewater
Treatment Plant Compliance Evaluation Inspection that I conducted on May 29, 2008.
The facility was found to be in Compliance with the terms and conditions of permit
number NC0087076. The addition of the second storage basin to receive overflow from
the original basin during storm events was a good move on the Company's part. I
appreciate you and Bill Presnell taking the time to show me around.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you wish to discuss this report, please do not hesitate to call me at 828-
295-4500.
Sincerely,
1
Roy M. vis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Surface Water Protection Section Central Files
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA/� Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 151 31 NCO087076 111 121 08/05/29 117 181 rl 191 GI 20U
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Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ------- ----- —----------- Reserved-----------------
67I 169 701 5 I 71 I I 721 N I 73IL__I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section 13: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES'permit Number)
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
10:00 AM 08/05/29
05/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort NC 28762
11:00 AM 08/05/29
09/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Re presentative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Ed Wicklander,PO Box 1148 Old Fort NC 28762//828-724-4191/8287249084N 0
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance ® Facility Site Review
Section D: Summa of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roy M Davis ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4659/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NC0087076 I11 12I 08/05/29 I17 18LCJ
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Columbia Forest Products uses pond water to wet logs dur ing the warmer months to keep them from
splitting. Sprayed water drains back to the pond. Make up water is pumped from the Catawba River. As
originally constructed the pond would overflow to the Catawba during storm events. The Company
contructed a second pond to receive any overflow from the main pond which might. Overflows to the River
now rarely occur. .
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Permit: NCO087076
Inspection Date: 05/29/2008
Lagoons
Type of lagoons?
# Number of lagoons in operation at time of visit?
Are lagoons operated in?
# Is a re -circulation line present?
Is lagoon free of excessive floating materials?
# Are baffles between ponds or effluent baffles adjustable?
Are dike slopes clear of woody vegetation?
Are weeds controlled around the edge of the lagoon?
Are dikes free of seepage?
Are dikes free of erosion?
Are dikes free of burrowing animals?
Owner - Facility: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
# Has the sludge blanket in the lagoon (s) been measured periodically in multiple locations?
# If excessive algae is present, has barley straw been used to help control the growth?
Is the lagoon surface free of weeds?
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
December 17, 2004
Mr. Marvin Jones
Columbia Forest Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit TC0.08.7_076�
�'Co1'uml?i a-Fo?esfi Products
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jones:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently
amended) .
This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 27, 2004.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision
shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact
Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SYGNED BY'
SUSAN A. WILSON
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Central, Files
IAsheville_kegional Office/Water Quality Section I
NPDES Unit -
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
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Permit NCO087076
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
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,
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort, North Carolina
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 February 1, 2005.
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2009.
Signed this day December 17, 2004.
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
SUSAN A. WLSON
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO087076
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authorityto operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
Columbia Forest Products is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing wet decking facility consisting of a settling pond
and located at 369 Columbia Carolina, near Old Fort in McDowell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works (via Outfall 001) into the Catawba River,
currently a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin, at the location specified on
the attached map.

Permit NCO087076
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Beginning on February 1, 2005 and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge
treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee
as specified below:
z° PA iIVIETER
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum'
Measurement
Frequency„
Sample Type
:. Sample.
Location ;
Flow
Each event
Instantaneous
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
Settleable Solids
0.1 ml/L
0.2 ml/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Each event
Grab
Effluent
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
There shall be no debris discharged from the facility.
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A. (2.) BIOCIDE CONDITION
There shall be no chromium, zinc or copper added to the treatment system except as
pre -approved additives to biocidal compounds.
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division's Aquatic Toxicology Unit prior to the
use of any biocide (not previously approved by the Division) in the effluent discharged under
this permit. Approval for use of any biocide not previously approved should be requested at
least 90 days in advance of any planned usage.
Contact the Aquatic Toxicology Unit for detailed instructions on requesting approval of
biocides:
NC DENR / DWQ / Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621

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Latitude: 35'40'07"
Longitude: 82'06'36"
Quad: Marion, N.C.
Stream Class: C
Subbasin: 30830
Receiving Stream: Catawba River
NCO087076
Columbia Forest
Products.
Facility
Location
cffotth ICALI 1:427000

REMISSION REQUEST REVIEW
Facility: Columbia Forest Pllivood Products Violation Mo/Year: 01/2005
Permit #: NCO087076 Penalty: $700
Case #: LV-2005-0236 Enforcement Cost: $100
Region: Asheville CPA: $800
Violated parameter(s):
TSS monthly avg. ® daily max
Remission Factors:
a) Whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors were wrongly applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
b) Whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
c) Whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident
d) Whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; and
e) Whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment of the remaining necessary remedial actions.
Remission Request Justification:
Columbia Forest Products response 8-8-05 Up until 8-01, the log yard was under the general storm water permit. During the
comment phase of the new permit, Columbia Forest. Products stated that we had no data to determine whether we could meet
the TSS levels specified in the permit. It became obvious that since discharges from the pond were due to storm water runoff
beyond. or control, completing the design, budgeting the funds, and contracting construction, a secondary pond has been
completed and put into service in February 2005. Columbia Forest Products spent $70,000 to complete the secondary pond.
In January, the log yard would not have been in operation, as it is used from April to October, and therefore would have been
at the lowest possible level prior to the storm. The discharge was purely due to rainfall. I cannot overstress the point that
CFP does not control the discharge of the original pond, it was normally a closed system and overflows only during a storm
events. The discharge from the pond is inadvertent and only happens during heavy rainfall events due to storm water
overflowing the pond. Immediately upon being assesses the first civil penalty, CFP began investigating methods to abate and
mitigate the occurrence of NOV's. Finally, CFP strives to be a good corporate citizen and we believe that the $800 penalties
currently assessed, as well as any pending penalties for 'TSS violations, were better spent toward the construction of the
solution. We have completed our commitment to having the 25-year flood secondary contaimnent pond constructed. In
closing, please remember that non -compliant discharges were not due to any action by CFP. All discharges are the result of
rainfall events that were previously covered under the general storm water permit.
Enforcement History:
Regional Office Recommendation:
Central Office Recommendation:
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Director's Decision: _ Uphold _ Waive _ Hold/Defer T Remission $
Enforcement Conference Notes:
Rev. 3/2005

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Columbia
■ FOR
EST PRODUCTS
W E C A R E. After all, it's our company.
369 Columbia Carolina Road
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, NC 28762
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Forrest R. Westall
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Division of Water Quality
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, NC 28801
Dear Mr. Westall:
p EcE� YE
OCT 1 5 2004
OctobzrE#lQ2GK SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
In regard to NOV-2004-LV-0488, Columbia Forest Products is on track to meet the commitment
made in the following letter to a Ms. Sullins in Raleigh,at the Water Quality Division:
I request remission or mitigation of File number LV-2003-0450 for the reasons outlined below:
a) Up until August 2001, the log yard pond was under the general storm water permit. During
the comment phase of the new permit, Columbia Forest Products stated that we had no
data to determine whether we could meet the TSS levels specified in the permit. It is now
obvious that since the discharges from the pond are due to storm water runoff beyond our
direct control, we cannot meet the required levels. Immediately after reaching this
conclusion, we began researching methods to control the runoff, including rapid filters and
a secondary settling pond. We now have drawings, quotes of $70,000 and a schedule to
have a secondary settling pond installed by yearend.
b) We run our log yard pond as low as possible to prevent discharge to the river and mitigate
any environmental damage, however as you know, year to date has resulted in unusually
high rainfall levels I cannot overstress the point That CFP does not control the discharge
of the pond it is normally a closed system and overflows only au a storm event.
c) The discharge from the pond is inadvertent and only happens during heavy rainfall events
due to storm water overflowing the pond.
d) Immediately upon being assessed the first civil penalty, Columbia Forest Products began
investigating methods to abate and mitigate the occurrence of NOV's.
e) Finally, Columbia Forest Products strives to be a good corporate citizen and we believe
that the $1,350 penalty currently assessed and any future penalties for TSS violations
would be better spent toward the construction of the solution. We commit to having the 25
year flood secondary containment pond constructed prior to yearend resulting in full
compliance with the permit conditions.
In closing, please remember that non -compliant discharges were not due to any action by
Columbia Forest Products. All discharges are the result of rainfall events that were previously
covered under the general storm water permit. Thank you for your consideration in this matter
and I look forward to the remission of this civil penalty.

VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
DMR
OUTFALL
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
10-2002
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
10/16/02
Once per discharge
mg/I
45
76
10-2002
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
10/31/02
Once per discharg,
mg/I
30
76
03-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
03/07/03
Once per discharg,
mg/I
45
109
03-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
03/20/03
Once per discharg.
mg/1
45
124
03 -2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
03/31/03
Once per discharg.
mg/I
30
116.5
05-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
05/06/03
Once per discharg,
mg/I
45
55.1
05-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
05/21/03
Once per discharge
mg/l
45
133
05-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
05/31/03
Once per discharg-
M.
30
94.05
06-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
06/03/03
Once per discharg,
mg/I
45
64
06-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
06/30/03
Once per discharg.
mg/1
30
64
11-2003
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
11/30/03
Once per discharg,
mg/1
30
37
06-2004
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended
06/30/04
Once per discharge
mg/I
30
31
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Monthly Average Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Monthly Average Exceeded
Proceed to
Enforcement Case
Daily Maximum Exceeded
No Action, Invalid
Permit
Daily Maximum Exceeded
No Action, Invalid
Permit
Monthly Average Exceeded
No Action, Invalid
Permit
Daily Maximum Exceeded
Proceed to NOV
Monthly Average Exceeded
Proceed to NOV
Monthly Average Exceeded
No Action, BPJ
Monthly Average Exceeded
Proceed to NOV

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina: Department of Environment and Natural Resources
September 13, 2005
Mr. Marvin Jones, Plant Engineer
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, N.C. 28762
Subject: Remission Request of Civil Penalty Assessment
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
NPDES Permit NCO087076
McDowell County
Case Number LV-2005-0236
Dear Mr. Jones:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
This letter is to acknowledge the receipt and of your request for remission of the civil penalties levied'against
Columbia Forest Plywood Products. Your request will be placed on the agenda of the Director's next scheduled
enforcement conference and you will be notified of the result.
If you have any question or I can be of further assistance about this matter, please contact me at [phone],
extension 539.
Sincerely;a;��
Robert Guerra, Western Region NPDES
Point Source Branch
CcT Asheville Regional<Officej
'rEnforcement file w/originals
Central Files w/attachments
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIOPJAL OFFICE
Noce Carolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet h2o.enr.state.nc.us 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer— 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper

Ga l umbia
�0 FOREST PRODUCTS
W E C A R E. After all, it's our company.
369 Columbia Carolina Road
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, NC 28762
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Alan W. Klimek, P. E.
Director Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
August 8, 2005
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Dear Mr. Klimek: DIV. OF WATER QUALITY
DIRECTOR'S OFFICE
I request remission or mitigation of File number LV-2005-00236 for the reasons outlined below:
a) Up until August 2001, the log yard pond was under the general storm water permit. During
the comment phase of the new permit, Columbia Forest Products stated that we had no
data to determine whether we could- meet the TSS levels specified -in the permit. It
became obvious that since the discharges from the pond are due to storm water runoff
beyond our direct control, we cannot meet the required levels. After researching various
methods ofrunoffcontrol, completing the design, budgeting the funds, .and -contracting
construction, a secondary settling pond has been completed and put into service in
February 200.5. Columbia Forest Products spent $70,000 to complete the secondary
settling pond.
b) In January, the log yard- pond-would"not be in operation, as it is only used -from April to
October, and therefore would have been at the lowest possible level prior to the storm.
The discharge was purely due to rainfall. I cannot overstress the point that CFP does not
control the discharge of the original pond, it was normally a closed system and overflows
only during a storm event.
c) The discharge from the pond -is inadvertent and -only happens during heavy rainfallevents
due to storm water overflowing the pond.
d) Immediately upon being assessed -the first civil penalty, Columbia Forest Products began
investigating methods to abate'and mitigate the occurrence of NOV's.
e) Finally, Columbia Forest Products strives to be a good corporate citizen and we believe
that the $800 penalties currently assessed, as well as any pending penalties for TSS
violations, were better spent toward the construction of the solution. We have completed
our commitment to having the 25 year flood secondary containment pond constructed.
In closing, please remember that non -compliant discharges were not due to any action by
Columbia Forest Products. All discharges are the result of rainfall events that were previously
covered under the general -storm water permit. Thank you for your consideration in this matter and
I look forward to the remission of this civil penalty.
Ia
'c ely,
rvin Jones, Pla Engineer

JUST ICATION FOR REMISSION REO ST
DWQ Case Number: LY-2005-0236 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No.: NC0087076 Amount Assessed: $800.00
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282. 1 (c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282. 1 (b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil
penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
Y (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:
A -Ti /{ C i-'c-b

North Carolina Departme
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
August 19, 2005
Mr. Marvin Jones, Plant Engineer
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Post Office Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
f�]vichgel F. Easley, Governor
illiamiG. Ross Jr.; Secretary
_n vironment anNa
tural atural Resources
rya ' - -:�
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Reqional Office
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No. NCO087076
Permit No. NCG210136
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jones:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspections conducted on August 11, 2005. Mr. Larry Frost and Mr. Keith Haynes of
the Asheville Regional Office conducted the Compliance Evaluation Inspections. The
facility was found to be in Compliance with permits NCG210136 and NC0087076.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call Mr. Frost at (828) 296-
4658.
Sincerely,
CTC. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface. Water Protection Section
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
NorthCarolina
Adurall
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C. 20460
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES
1 LJyr/mo/day Inspection Type
N 2 U 3 I 'NCG'210)136 111 12 I 0: /08/11 117 18
U
Remarks
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1
671 169 70 U QA
71 U 72 U
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, POTW name and NPDES permit Number) also include
Columbia r''crest Plywood Produc
369 Col.umbi.a Carolina Rd
Old Fort NC 28762
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Inspector Fac Type
191c1 20 U
--- — ---------------------- Reserved---------------
73 L1J 74 75
Entry Time/Date
0:00 PM 05/08/11
Exit Time/Date
02:15 PM 05/US/ll
Other Facility Data
Ed Wicklande.r., PO Box 1148 Old Fort NC 21-,762 //704-724-4197./ 82.872490°n}tacted I
No
Section C. Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas
Permit ■ Operations & Maintenance ■ Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative anri
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers
Larry Frost
:t /�^C•/''�G A
30 ��7!/818-29c-45CU Est.4558/
Keith Ia. ne . A�
:SRO Ede); ,/828-295-4501: Ext. 4060;;
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers
Roger C Edwards
828-2S....-500 ?xt.165n/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
as
Permit Effective Date
03/05/01
Permit Expiration Dab
08/04l30
Date
g/t 4
Date

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`
3 1 11 12
'.hnn/duy Inspection Type
05
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The Storinwater pe-rmit for this fac.-;'1�tv ap7vears, to be weil man—j.e.d 'with Outfalis identified and maintained.
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(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Yes
❑
No
❑N
NA
NE
❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
❑
❑
❑
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
❑
❑
❑
Comment: General Permit NCG210000 for storm water.
Operations & Maintenancp
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Yes
0
No
❑
NA
❑
NF
❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge,
and other that are applicable?
❑
❑
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Comment:

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�llmemei rotecaon Agency + —
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460 Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Com liance Ins ection Re Ort Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A:, National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day ' Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 N- 2 15 3 11 12
I 117CO?S7o7� I C�•/1:8;`11
117 18 � i; � 19 U 20
I I�I
Remarks
21 I� I I I I I I IIII IIII
I I I I III I I III I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA--------------------------- Reserved
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67 I 169 70 u 71 U 72 U 73 LLJ 74 75I ( I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
e and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
W name and NPDES permit Number)
F
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
iabia Forest ?'plywood Products
01:00 PM 05/08/11
05/02_/07.
Col.umbi.aCaro.l.in.a
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Old Fort NC 28762
02:15 PII 05/o8/ll
09/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Fitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Ed b•)i.ckla�der, PO Boz1148 Contacted
Old For-, NC. 28762_//828-72..4-41.9.1/82.8724908,I�-
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance ® Facility Site Review 0 Storm Water
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets
of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
tarry Frost A?v idQ.//828-2.96-4500 Eit.4653%
Kei h ' R0' Grgr'/ 828-296-4500 Ext.. 4 -360 7' �
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roger C
Edwards` 8� -
8-2Go—ri 500 '1.t. 4:;Sr;j
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

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3 NPIDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.
tic 0 0 8 7 0 ­7 6 111 12 05/03M 17 18 U
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Since the last inspection Trost the Plant has increased the size of the settling pond, both in depth and
area. --he design will 110!Defzlli-.v keep discharges due to storm events to a r.14 nimum and allow the plant the
OPPOrtUnitY to settle any water prior to discharge. The plant has a punp on order so that they may better
transfer water fl ..-or' the settl4ri .9 basin to the spray basin. Th. plant li�s
expense and effort, into j e I obvoious]-Y Put a great dea--i. of
the -wet deck il. g
flow pattern to the settling pond and, ke
epinq aS Much storin
Katef, as Possible, away frOM the porid.
The plant and the wastewater facilities appear to be in good cons" Lion and are operating Wel-I.There was no
discharge at the time of the inszection.
17'hzarlks for al'. the brie spent W--,Ltll the

Permit!
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Comment: This facility is a 'wet decking' operation with settling pond.
Operations & M@jntenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO; Sludge Judge,
and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Yes No NA N
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■ O O ❑
❑ N ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
October 27, 2004
Mr. Marvin Jones
Columbia Forest Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jones:
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft very
carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains.
The draft permit contains no significant changes from your current permit.
Submit any comments to me no later than thirty days following your receipt of the draft. Comments
should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are received
from the public or from you, this permit will likely be issued in December, with an effective date of
February 1, 2005.
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft permit, call me at [phone],
extension 511.
cc: NPDES Unit _
A;shevfll__ Ite7g--t al lOffice� % Janet C ll— —�
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
DEC�EOVE
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
919 733 5083, extension 11 FIF
g3"'�ONAL OFFICE
Charles.Weaver@ ncmail.net

Permit NCO087076
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort, North Carolina
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,
III, and IV hereof.
The permit shall become effective
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2009.
Signed this day
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO087076
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
Columbia Forest Products is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing wet decking facility consisting of a settling pond
and located at 369 Columbia Carolina, near Old Fort in McDowell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works (via Outfall 001) into the Catawba River,
currently a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin, at the location specified on
the attached map.

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Latitude: 35'40'07"
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Quad: Marion, N.C.
Stream Class: C
Subbasmi: 30830
Receiving Stream: Catawba River
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NCO087076
Columbia Forest
Products.
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Permit NCO087076
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge
treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS
MONITORING. REQUIREMENTS
I>AraaNrFTER
}, �VIonthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample Type
Sample
Average
Maximum
Frequcicy
Location
Flow
Each event
Instantaneous
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
Settleable Solids
0.1 ml/L
0.2 ml/L
Each event
Grab
Effluent
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Each event
Grab
Effluent
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
There shall be no debris discharged from the facility.
A. (2.) BIOCIDE CONDITION
There shall be no chromium, zinc or copper added to the treatment system excevt as
pre -approved additives to biocidal compounds.
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division's Aquatic Toxicology Unit prior to the
use of any biocide (not previously approved by the Division) in the effluent discharged under
this permit. Approval for use of any biocide not previously approved should be requested at
least 90 days in advance of any planned usage.
Contact the Aquatic Toxicology Unit for detailed instructions on requesting approval of
biocides:
NC DENR / DWQ / Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621

of W A Michael F. Easley
® Governor
O� r N ENR William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, RE., Director
Division of Water Quality
July 2, 2004
Marvin D. Jones
Plant Engineer
369 Columbia Carolina Rd.
Old Fort, NC 28762
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Pemut NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jones:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on July 1, 2004. A member of the NPDES Unit
will review your application. That staff member will contact you if additional information is required to complete
your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing
permit expires. The requirements in your existing permit will remain in effect until the permit is renewed (or
the Division takes other action).
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at (919)
733-5083, extension 520.
cc: CENTRAL FILES
t,,shevil Regiorial-Offic_e%Wafer Qu6t'yySection�
NPDES Unit
Sincerely,
bJ_)__ff
Carolyn Bryant
Point Source Branch
D L i
2004
WATER QUALITY^SEIAICO ICE f
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 DENR Customer Service Center: 1 800 623-7748
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us e-mail: [e-mail]

columbia
�0 FOREST PRODUCTS
W E C A R E. After all, .it's our company.
369 Columbia Carolina Road
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, NC 28762
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC DENR Division of Water (duality
Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Dear Mrs. Stephens:
May 10, 2004
Please find enclosed a renewal application for Columbia Forest Product's Old Fort plant wet
decking pond discharge permit number NC0087076. There have been no changes or additions to
the operation since the previous permit issuance. However, approval of a capital project to
mitigate and limit the discharge to only twenty-five year storm events has been approved and will
proceed this year.
Sincerely,
arvin Jones, Pla Engineer

NPDES PERMIT PLICATION - SHORT FORM 1 [anufacturing
For manufacturing or commercial facilities with a discharge <1, MGD
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/NPDES/
NPDES Permit Number INCOO 617 07
1. Contact Information:
Facility Name
Owner Name
Street Address
City
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Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
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July August September October
May June
November December
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include a schematic diagram of wastewater flow at the facility.
10. Types of wastewater discharged to surface waters only
Discharge per operating month
Flow
(GALLONS PER OPERATING MONTH)
Sanitary -monthly average
Utility water, etc. - monthly average
Process water - monthly average
Monthly Average
total discharge (all types)
11. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply and provide permit
numbers or check none if not applicable):
Permit Number
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NPDES
PSD
0 NESHAPS
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0 Dredge/Fill Permits
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NPDES PERMIT PLICATION - SHORT FORM � ianufacturing
For manufacturing or commercial facilities with a discharge <1 MGD
12. Number of separate discharge points:
13. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall, including
latitude and longitude):
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14. Do you add any chemicals that may be discharged? (Please list and explain source and
potential amounts.)
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15. Is this facility located on Native American lands? (check one)
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I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate. .
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North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false
statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or
required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission
implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or
monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable
by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section
1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both,
for a similar offense.)
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FOREST PRODUCTS
W E C A R E. After all, its our company.
369 Columbia Carolina Road
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, NC 28762
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC DENR Division of Water Quality
Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Dear Mrs. Stephens:
June 28, 2004
Columbia Forest Product's plant in Old Fort, NC does not dispose of sludge. However, the soil
and debris washed from the logs and the wet decks is periodically pulled from the bottom of the
pond and used to maintain the sides of the pond and/or to build up the wet decks. There are no
chemical additives to the water and the water is continually recycled during the periods of wet
decking. Therefore, Columbia Forest Product's plant in Old Fort, NC does not have a formal
sludge management plan for the soil and debris washed from the logs and into the wet decking
pond.
Sinqprely,
/�arv`i2 nePlant Engineer

r State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
May 13, 2002
Mr. Marvin Jones — Plant Engineer
Columbia Forest Products
Post Office Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: Compliant
Columbia Forest Products
NPDES Permit Number NCO087076
Dowell County
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Dear Mr. Jones:
On May 6, 2002 1 conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the wet decking
operation at the Columbia Forest Products plant in Old Fort, NPDES Permit Number NC0087076.
You along with Mr. Greg Decker and staff accompanied me during the inspection and the
assistance and information shared was very helpful. The purpose ofr the inspection was to
determine the compliance status of the wet decking facilities. The facility appeared to be in
compliance with its NPIjES Permit, at the time of the inspection. A copVof the inspection report
is attached for your records.
The following comments and observation were made at the time of the inspection. The
wet decking system was in operation at the time of the inspection. The system was not
discharging, however. The facilities appeared to well maintained and operating properly. The
pipe that distributes water to the spray operation had recently been hit by.a loader and was being
repaired. The settling basin has been cleaned and enlarged since my last visit in February 2001.
Asheville Regional Office, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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Mr. Jones
May 13, 2002
Page 2
You informed me that the only time the system has discharged since the permit was
issued was in September 2001. No Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) was submitted. Please,
download a copy of the Division of Water Quality's DMR from the website and submit the
completed form immediately. You are required to submit this form no later than the last day of
the month following the month of discharge. In other words, this DMR should have been
submitted on or before October 31, 2001. The requirement for reporting can be found in your
permit under Section D. paragraph 2. "Reporting" and Section E. paragraph 5 " Monitoring
Reports".
You informed me that the system is monitored two (2) or three (3) time per day when
operating. I would recommend that you begin, as soon as possible,-a°;log of these inspections,
with; inspectors initials, date, time and status (discharging or not). The log and all other records
kept regarding the permitted operation are required to be maintained for a minimum of three (3)
years. The requirement for records can be found in your permit under Section D. paragraph 6.
"Record Retention".
I mentioned to you that should you decide that maintenance is required on your makeup
pump in the Catawba River, such as dredging, you should call me prior to these activities. The
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) will also require notification and possible permitting of
the activity. The USACE can be reached at [phone].
We, also, discussed the need for you to be able to monitor pH on site. You are required to
monitor immediately once a sample is taken. To do so you must either make arrangements with
a lab certified to perform pH testing or be certified to perform pH testing yourselves. I have
attached a copy on the "Application for Field Parameters". I would recommend you become
certified for pH and Settleable Solids both. An outside lab would continue to perform your Total
Suspended Solids (TSS) analysis. You may contact Mr. Gary Francies at [phone] for
assistance in becoming certified.
Finally, I want to thank you for your cooperation and assistance during the inspection of
your facility. It was a pleasure meeting you and your staff. Should you have any questions
regarding this or other water quality issues contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Larry Frost
Environmental Technician
Enclosure
xc: Gary Francies
Greg Decker — Timber Manager
Asheville Regional Office, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA C kRTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NA 2AL RESOURCES
Nr-L,cS Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data S stem Coding
Transaction Code NPDES YR/MO/DAY Inspection Type Inspector Facility Type
5 5 NCO87076 02/05/06 C S 2
Section B::Facllit Rata
Name and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time:,
Permit Effective:
Columbia Forest Products
1300
01/09/01
369 Columbia Carolina
Exit Time/Date:
Permit Expiration:
Old Fort, North Carolina
1400
04/12/31
McDowell Count
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s) Title(s) Phone No(s)
Greg Decker Timber Manager 828 724-4191
Name, Address or Responsible Official
Title
Marvin Jones
Plant Engineer
Columbia Forest Products
Phone No.
Contacted?
Post Office Box 1148
[phone]
Yes
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Section C: Areas Evaluated Duting inspection (S -:Satisfactory; M r Marginal,
LT- Unsatisfactory, N - Not Evaluated)
S Permit M Flow Measurement _ Pretreatment S Operations & Maintenance
M Records/Reports _ Laboratory _ Compliance Schedules _ Sludge Disposal
S Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters M Self -Monitoring Program Other:
Section D: summary of. Find In s/Comments/Com lance Status: Attach additional sheets if necessary)
This facility is a "wet decking" operation consisting of; settling pond, spray pumps, supply pumps, controls, piping and
appurtenances.
The wet decking system was in operation at the time of the inspection. The system was not discharging, however. The facility is
well maintained and operating properly. The pipe that distributes water to the spray operation was hit by a loader and was being
repaired. The settling basin has been cleaned and enlarged since last visited.
In September 2001 the system discharged. No Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) was submitted. A DMR is required to be
submitted no later than the last day of the month following the month of discharge. The requirement for reporting can be found
in permit Section D. paragraph 2. `Reporting" and Section E. paragraph 5 " Monitoring Reports".
The system is monitored two (2) or three (3) time per day when operating. It is recommend that a log of these inspections, with;
inspectors initials, date, time and status (discharging or not), be maintained. The suggested log and all other records kept with
regards to the operation of the system are required to be maintained for a minimum of three (3)"years. The requirement for
records can be found in permit Section D. paragraph 6. `Record Retention".
An individual responsible to the company must be certified to perform the pH monitoring. Prior to the next discharge.
Certification information was supplied to the permittee.
Compliance Status: C Compliance Deficiency Non -Compliance
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspectors
Zi._..%G
Agency/OfficefTelephone
Date
Larry Frost
NC-DWQ/ARO/828-251-6208
02/05/13
Signature of Reviewer
Agency/Office/Telephone
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NC-DWQ/ARO/828-251-6208
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FACT SKEET FOR NPDES PERMIT DEVELOPMENT
Columbia Forest Products
NPDES No. NCO087076
=F cilaty Inforix>4atzon
(1.) Facility Name:
Columbia Forest Products
(2.) Permitted F1ow,MGD:
NA
(6.) County:
McDowell
(3.) Facility Class:
I
(7.) Regional Office:
Asheville
(4.) Facility Status:
Existing
(8.) USGS Topo Quad:
E 10NW
(West Marion)
(5.) Permit Status:
New
(1.) Receiving Stream:
Catawba River
(2.) Subbasin:
Catawba
(030830)
(8.) Drainage Area (mi2):
NA
(3.) Index No.:
11-8
(9.) Summer 7Q10 (cfs)
NA
(4.) Stream Class:
C
(10.) Winter 7Q10 (cfs):
NA
(5.) 303(d) Listed:
NO
(11.) 30Q2 (cfs):
NA
(6.) 305(b) Status:
(12.) Average Flow (cfs):
NA
(7.) Use Support:
(13.) IWC (%):
NA
Conditions Incorporated into New Permit
>P"x°opc>•�'ed C�r�da�aons
Parameters �Affected�
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40 CFR 429.101 sets BPT limits
Effluent pl 1
Wet decking is subject to Federal
for pH (6-9) and requires that
Effluent Guidelines-' 40 CFR
"there shall be no debris
Debris
429.101. Subpart I- Wet Storage
discharged". These are same
Subcategory
requirements as BAT and PSNS.
Set TSS limit (30/45 rng/1) and
Effluent Limits-TSS. Settleable
Consistent with other wet deck
settleable solids limit (0.1 /0.2
Solids
permits.
ml/1).
Set flow monitoring requirement.
Effluent Monitor- Flow
Consistent with other wet deck
permits.
Set biocide condition
Effluent Sheet- Biocide
Consistent with other wet deck
Condition
permits.
Set all monitoring frequencies on
Monitoring frequency- per
The application states that
a "per event" discharge basis.
discharge event .
discharge is only during large
rain events > 2 inches.
Set permit expiration date of
Permit expiration date
Per basin renewal schedule.
12/31/04.

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NPDES PERMIT FACT SHEET Columbia Forest Products
Page 2 NPDES No. NCO087076
PROJECT NOTES
Summary
• This is a permit application for a new individual NPDES permit for an existing wet decking
operation in McDowell County. Per ARO, the facility was originally permitted by an
individual permit (NC0048542; rescinded), then under a General Stormwater Permit. The
Division determined that this facility requires an individual NPDES permit to continue
discharging from the wet decking operation.
• The facility pumps water from a 561,000-gallon holding pond (5' x 100' x 150-ft) to spray
logs stored on land. The spraying occurs April to November, and excess spray water is
routed back to the pond by ditches. The facility withdraws water from the Catawba River
as needed to maintain pond water level during summer. There is a berm separating the
storage pond from the river. During large storm events (approximately ! 2 inches), the
pond overflows into the Catawba River. No chemical products are added to the water, and
logs are untreated.
• The facility discharges intermittently to the Catawba River during storm events. This
segment of the river is Class C in the Catawba River Basin (subbasin 030830), and is not
listed as impaired on the Draft 2000 303(d) listing. The 1999 Basin Plan lists no specific
management strategies for this river segment.
Permit Limit Development
• Effluent guidelines (40 CFR 429.101) covers wet deck operations, setting limits for pH (6-9)
and restricting discharge of debris.
• Set limits for TSS and settleable solids, and monitoring -only for flow, consistent with other
wet deck permits.
• Applicant has reported that discharge occurs only during large storm events L 2 inches
rainfall). Therefore, set all monitoring frequencies to a "per discharge event" basis.
Engineering Alternatives Analysis (EAA) Review.
• The applicant submitted an EAA. The applicant's consultant considered a non -discharge
recycle option, but could not guarantee that there would never be a discharge to surface
waters during large storm events. Kim Colson (Non -Discharge Unit) confirmed that a
recycle permit does.not allow.for.any discharge. Given this constraint, direct discharge
request is acceptable.
Asheville Region.
• ARO submitted a staff report (dated 2/ 19/01) and recommended permit issuance.
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Version: May 4, 2001

NPDES PERMIT FACT SHEET Columbia Forest Products
Page 3 NPDES No. NCO087076
Proposed Schedule for Permit Issuance
Draft Permit to Public Notice: 05/23/01
Permit Scheduled to Issue: 07/09/01
State Contact
If you have any questions on any of the above information or on the attached
permit, please contact Tom Belnick at [phone], extension 543.
Copies of the following are attached to provide further information on the permit
development:
• Draft Permit
In A
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/NPDES Recommendation by:
ignature Date
Regional Office Comments
Regional Recommendation / 19/
signature Date
Reviewed and accepted by:
Regional Supervisor:
Signature
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NPDES Unit Supervisor:
Signature
Date
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Version: May 4, 2001

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Ed Wicklander, Plant Engineer
Columbia Forest Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Dear Mr. Wicklander:
Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water -Quality
May 16, 2001
Subject: NPDES Draft Permit
Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Products
McDowell County
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Please find enclosed the DRAFT permit for the subject wastewater treatment plant for your review and
comment. The draft permit includes the following items:
■ Effluent permit limits for pH, total suspended solids, and settleable solids, and monitoring -only for
flow.
■ Monitoring will be required during each discharge event. Based on the application material
submitted, discharge events are intermittent and generally occur only during large storm events
when the capacity of the settling pond is exceeded.
Please provide any comments you have regarding the draft permit to this office by June 23,
2001. At this time, the Division is also publishing a notice in the newspapers of general circulation in
McDowell County, inviting public comment on the draft permit._ Following the 30-day comment period,
we will review all pertinent comments received and take appropriate action on the permit renewal.
If you have any questions concerning the draft permit or the other requirements for your
facility, please call me at [phone], extension 543.
Si cerely
om Belnick
NPDES Unit
cc (w/ DRAFT permit):
Asheville Region, Larry Frost (+ Fact Sheet)
NPDES Files
Stacie Greco, STS Technologies, 9 W. Walnut Street, Asheville NC 28801
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
Phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
DENR Customer Service Center. 1 800 623-7748

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Permit No. NCO087076
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
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,
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Columbia Forest Products
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort, North Carolina
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,
III, and IV hereof.
The permit shall become effective Month xx, 2001
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2004
Signed this day Month xx, 2001
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Permit No. NCO087076
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SKEET
Columbia Forest Products
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing wet decking facility consisting of a settling
pond and located at Columbia Forest Products, 369 Columbia Carolina, Old
Fort, McDowell County, and;
2. Discharge from said treatment works (via Outfall 001) into the Catawba
River, a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin, at the location specified
on the attached map.

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Latitude:
35' 40' 13"
Longitude:
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USGS Quad
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Receiving Stream:
Catawba River
Stream Class:
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Outfall 001
Columbia Forest Products
Wet Decking
McDowell County
NCO087076

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Permit No. NCO087076
A (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING: REQUIREMENTS
Beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge
treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified
below:
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EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS
MOiVITpRIN I21+QUIR>NtENTS
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Weekly
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Average
Average
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Instantaneous
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Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
Each event
Grab
E
Settleable Solids
0.1 ml/1
0.2 ml/1
Each event
Grab
E
pH2
Each event
Grab
E
Notes:
1. Sample locations: E- Effluent.
2_ The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
The permittee shall obtain authorization from the Division prior to use of any chemical additive in the discharge.
The permittee shall notify the Director in writing at least ninety (90) days prior to instituting use of any additional
additive in the discharge which may be toxic to aquatic life (other than additives previously approved by the
Division). Such notification shall include completion of Biocide Worksheet Form 101 (if applicable), a copy of the
MSDS for the additive, and a map indicating the discharge location. There shall be no chromium, zinc, or
copper added to the discharge except as pre -approved additives to biocidal compounds.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. There shall be no debris
discharged from the facility.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes No
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: NPDES UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION: Tom Belnick
DATE: February 19,. 2001
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
McDowell COUNTY
PERMIT NUMBER NCO087076
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Columbia Forest Products
State Road 1246
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Mailing: Post Office Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
2. Date of Investigation: February 13, 2001
3. Report Prepared By: Larry Frost
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number:
Columbia Forest Products
Ed Wicklander, Plant Engineer, [phone]
Jim Sitts, Appalachian Timber Manager, [phone]
STS Technologies, LLC
Stacie Greco, Project Manager, [phone]
5. Directions,to Site:
From Old Fort, North Carolina take US Highway 70 East to State Road
1246 approximately 3 miles the plant will be on the left.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 350 40' 13"N Longitude: 820 06' 2411W
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. U.S.G.S. Quad Name West Marion
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7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
X Yes No If No, explain_:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included):
flat in the flood plain
9. Location of nearest dwelling:
Greater than 500 feet
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Catawba River
a. Classification: Class C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: 030830
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream
uses: fishing, fish and wildlife propagation, agricultural,
recreational, and industrial purposes
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted 0.024 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Wastewater
Treatment facility? Not permitted
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current
design capacity N/A
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two years:
N/A
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: The existing
facility consists of a raw water pump in the Catawba River, for
pond replenishment, a pond to contain the water, spray pump and
associated piping to deliver the water to spray the logs.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities:
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:
Ur

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a. If residuals are being land applied,iplease:specify DWQ Permit
Number
Residuals Contractor
Telephone Number
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
C. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify):
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
Not Classifie
4. SIC Codes(s).: 2435
Primary 19 Secondary
Main Treatment Unit Code:50000
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:
Subsurface:
Other disposal options:
5. Other Special Items:

PART ITT - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Columbia Forest Products has submitted an application for NPDES Permit
No. NCO087076 at the request of the division (DWQ). Their facility pumps
water from a holding pond and sprays the water on logs to.keep the logs
wet prior to making plywood (wet decking). The spraying takes place from
April until November each year. Excess water returns to the pond by way
of interconnected.ditches. The water level in the pond is maintained by a
replenishment pump and associated level controls. Discharge of water from
the pond occurs only during heavy rainstorm events.
History
Columbia Forest Products had at some point in the past an NPDES Permit
(Number NC0048542). That permit was rescinded and they have been
operating under their stormwater permit ever since.
Recommendation
Since the division (DWQ) has determined that Columbia Forest Products
once more requires and individual permit to continue existing operations,
I recommend that Permit Number NCO087076 be granted and that monitoring
take place only when the holding pond discharges. Monitoring should
include flow (quantity discharged), Settleable Solids, TSS and COD.
If you have any questions, please call.
Sig ture of Report Preparer
er Quality Regional Supervisor
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Da e
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NPDES
APPLICATION
Prepared for
Columbia Forest Products
Old Fort, NC
Prepared by
STS TECHNOLOGIES,I LLC
9 W. Walnut Street
Asheville, NC 28801
888-845-0848
December 2000
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NPDES Application Form - Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial Facilities
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
SECTION 1. APPLICATION AND FACILITY DESCRIPTION
Unless otherwise specified on this form all items are to be completed. If an item is not applicable indicate 'NA'.
1. Applicant and facility producing discharge
This applies to the person, agency, firm, municipality, or any other entity that owns or is responsible for the permitted facility. This may or may not
be the same name as the facility or activity producing the discharge. Enter the name of the applicant as it is officially or legally referred to; do not
use colloquial names as a substitute for the official name.
Name Columbia Forest Products
Mailing address of applicant:
Street address P.O. Box 1148
City Old Fort County McDowell
State NC Zip Code 28762
Telephone Number ( 828) 724-4191 Fax Number ( 828 ) 724-4271
e-mail address ewicklanderPcolumbiaforestproducts.com
2. Mailing address of applicant's Authorized Agent / Representative:
Complete this section if an outside consulting firm/ engineering firm will act on behalf of the applicant / permittee
Street address 9 West Walnut St.
City Asheville County Buncombe
State NC Zip Code 28801
Telephone Number ( 828 ) 232-0208 Fax Number ( 828 ) 281-2772
e-mail address [e-mail]
3. Facility Location:
Street address 369 Columbia Carolina
City Old Fort County McDowell
State NC Zip Code 28762
Telephone Number ( 828 ) 724-4191 Fax Number ( 828 ) 724-4271
4. Nature of Business: Columbia Forest Products manufactures hardwood plywood.
State the nature of the business conducted at the plant or operating facility
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my knowledge and belief such
information is true, complete, and accurate.
�(%i C /C /3h e/ e. ✓ / -ahrt G s t H �—
Printed Name of Person Signing
Signature of Applicant or Authorized Agent
10 0
Application Signed
North Carolina General Statue 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other
document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing
` that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by
1 a fine or not more than S10.000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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NPDES Application Form - Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial Facilities
SECTION 11. BASIC DISCHARGE DESCRIPTION
Complete this section for each discharge from the facility to surface waters.
SEPARATE DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH DISCHARGE ARE REQUIRED EVEN IF SEVERAL DISCHARGES ORIGINATE IN THE SAME FACILITY.
All values for an existing discharge should be representative of the twelve previous months of operation. If this is a proposed discharge, values should
reflect best engineering estimates,
1. Outfall Number 005 and Type Overflow from the rinsing water holding pond
Give the nature of the discharge (process water, non -contact cooling water, etc.)
2. Discharge To End Date: N/A
If the discharge is scheduled to be discontinued within the next 5 years, give the date (or best estimate) the discharge will end.
3. Discharge Receiving Stream Name: Catawba River
Give the name of the waterway (at the point of discharge) by which it is usually designated on published maps of the area. If the discharge is to
an unnamed tributary, so state and give the name of the first body of water fed by that tributary which is named on the map, e.g., UT to McIntire
Creek, where McIntire Creek is the first water way that is named on the map and is reached by the discharge.
4. Discharge Type and Occurrence
a. Check whether the discharge is continuous or intermittent. If the discharge is intermittent, describe the frequency of discharge
❑ Continuous ❑ Intermittent Frequency: during large storm events (approximately 2 inches of rain) Enter
the average number of days per week (during periods of discharge) this discharge occurs.
Weather dependent (approximately once a month) days per week
5. Water Treatment Additives
Complete the table below if this outfall:
• discharges cooling and/or steam water generation
• water treatment additives are used (any conditioner, inhibitor, or algicide)
• does not have whole -effluent toxicity testing required
Additive Manufacturer Quantity Chemical Composition
(pounds added per million (active ingredient(s))
gallons of water treated)
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NPDES Application Form - Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial' Facilities
OUTFALL NUMBER 005
6. Wastewater Characteristics
Check the box beside each constituent present in the effluent (discharge water).
This determination is to be based on actual analytical data or best estimate (for proposed discharges).
Parameter
Present
Parameter
Present
Color
00080
X
Copper
01042
Ammonia
00610
Iron
01045
X
Organic nitrogen
00605
Lead
01051
Nitrate
00620
Magnesium
00927
X
Nitrite
00615
Manganese
01055
X
Phosphorus
00665
X
Mercury
71900
Sulfate
00945
X
Molybdenum
01062
Sulfide
00745
Nickel
01067
Sulfite
00740
Selenium
01147
Bromide
71870
Silver
01077
Chloride
00940
X
Potassium
00937
X
Cyanide
00720
Sodium
00929
X
Fluoride
00951
Thallium
01059
Aluminum
01105
Titanium
01152
Antimony
01097
Tin
01102
Arsenic
01002
Zinc
01092
Beryllium
01012
Algicides*
74051
Barium
01007
X
Chlorinated organic compounds* 74052
Boron
01022
Pesticides*
74053
Cadmium
01027
Oil and grease
00550
X
Calcium
00916
X
Phenols
32730
X
Cobalt
01037
Surfactants
38260
Chromium
01034
Chloride
50060
Fecal coliform
74055
X
Radioactivity
; 74050
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i
NPDES Appm lication Form — Standard ForC
Major Manufacturing or Commercial' Facilities
7. Supplemental Documentation
Submit the following information appended at the end of this application form. All sheets should be approximately letter size with
margins suitable for filing and binding. All pages should include facility location and permit number (if available).
❑ Present Operating Status: Provide a narrative description of installed wastewater treatment components
at the facility. Include sizes & capacities for each component.
❑
Potential Facility Changes: Provide a narrative description of any planned upgrades / expansions /
repairs planned for the facility during the next five years. Do not include tasks associated with routine
operation & maintenance.
❑
Schematic of wastewater flow: Provide a line drawing of water flow through the facility. The schematic
should show flow volumes at all points in the treatment process. Specific treatment components should
-
be identified.
❑
Location map: Submit a map showing the location of each outfall. !The usual meridian arrow showing
north as well as the map scale must be shown. On all maps of rivers, the direction of the current is to be
indicted by an arrow. All outfalls should be identified with the outfall number(s) used in Section II of this
application. A copy of the relevant portion of a USGS topographic'map is preferred.
❑
Production Data: Submit the last 3 years' production data for the facility. Where applicable, use units
specified in the appropriate subpart of 40 CFR.
❑
Priority Pollutant Analysis: Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendix A to Title 40
of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 122) must submit a Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in
accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21. If the PPA is not completed within one week of the due date for
the permit application, submit the application package without the PPA. Submit the PPA as soon as
possible after it is completed.
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Explanation
Map: US Geological Survey Map (Marion) Scale 1:42300
Facility Location: Lattitude 3500'47" Arrows indicate the direction of current
Longitude 8r2°06'23"
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NPDES Application Figure 1 STS Technologies, LLC
Columbia Forest Products . Location Map

Dirt Access Road
Pipe to River
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Operating Status
Columbia Forest Products manufactures hardwood plywood at the facility located in Old
Fort, North Carolina. Rows of logs are stored at the northeast corner of the property. In
1982 a wet -decking procedure was adopted to prevent the logs from cracking. Beginning
in March or April and continuing through October or November the logs are sprinkled
with water from a nearby pond that is 100ft by 150ft in area and approximately 5ft in
depth. When too much water is lost to evaporation and percolation, the pond is filled
with water from the Catawba River that is pumped at a maximum rate of 300
gallons/minute. It is important to stress, that any pollutants found in the discharged wet -
decking wastewater most likely originated from the Catawba River. No chemical
products are added to the water, and the logs are untreated. The rinse water is sprayed
over the logs at a maximum flow of 800 gallons/minute and is then diverted back into the
pond by drainage ditches. During storm events resulting in approximately two inches or
more of rain, the pond overflows into the Catawba River through a 2ft-diameter outfall
pipe.
Columbia Forest Products STS Technologies, LLC
Old Fort, North Carolina
NPDES Permit Application

Potential Facility Changes
Ed Wicklander, the Plant Engineer of Columbia Forest Products, reported that he is not
aware of any plans to upgrade, expand, or repair the facility within the next five years.
Production Data
The following table displays the 1997-1999 production data for Columbia Forest
Products.
Year
Total Square Feet of 3/8" Plywood
Produced
1997
193,044,506
1998
199,102,000
1999
222,805,100
Priority Pollutant Analysis
Mike Parker of North Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNER) determined
that Priority Pollutant Analysis is not necessary for the purpose of this application.
Discharge Alternatives
As an alternative to the individual NPDES permit, a non -discharge permit was seriously
considered. To prevent a discharge to the river during large storm events, the berm
separating the pond from the river would have to be raised. Since it is not possible to
predict the frequency and intensity of large storm events, no guarantee could be made
that the pond would never discharge into the river. A discharge would be in violation of
the non -discharge permit and would result in Columbia Forest Products receiving a notice
of violation (NOV). An individual NPDES permit seems to be the most viable option to
insure that Columbia Forest Products remains in full compliance with state regulations.
Columbia Forest Products STS Technologies, LLC
Old Fort, North Carolina
NPDES Permit Application

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
August 2, 2000
Mr. Edwin R. Wicklander
Columbia Forest Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Subject:
Dear Mr. Wicklander:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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Columbia Forest Products -
McDowell County
Return # 2087
In accordance with Division policy, we must hereby return the attached permit application received on
July 25, 2000. After a preliminary review by the NPDES staff, the Division has determined that the application
package lacks the following items:
■ Complete analysis of discharge alternatives. Applicants for new permits must fully document all
alternatives to surface water discharge (15A NCAC 2H.0105 (c)(2)). Why was discharge of the wet -
decking wastewater chosen over other disposal options?
■ Permit application fee. The correct fee for this type of permit is $715.00, payable by check to NCO
DENR.
■ Additional information on current discharges of wet -decking wastewater. How long has the existing
disposal system been in place?
■ Additional copies of the application package. Submit the original application and two copies if you
wish to reapply for a permit. The additional copies will be reviewed by other personnel outside the
NPDES Unit, as necessary.
If you wish to reapply for a permit, submit the items listed above and the items returned to you in one package.
If you have any questions about the NPDES permitting process, contact me at the telephone number or
address listed at the bottom of this page. Questions about permitting restrictions unique to your area should be
directed to Mike Parker of the Asheville Regional Office at [phone].
cc: NPDES File
iAsheville Regional Office /
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ http://h2o.enr.state.nc.Us/NPDES
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
[e-mail]
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NPDES Application Form - Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial Facilities
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
SECTION 1. APPLICATION AND FACILITY DESCRIPTION
Unless otherwise specified on this form all items are to be completed. If an item is not applicable indicate 'NA'.
1. Applicant and facility producing discharge
This applies to the person, agency, firm, municipality, or any other entity that owns or is responsible for the permitted facility. This may or may not
be the same name as the facility or activity producing the discharge. Enter the name of the applicant as it is officially or legally referred to; do not .
use colloquial names as a substitute for the official name.
Name Columbia Forest Products
Mailing address of applicant:
Street address P.O. Box 1148
City Old Fort County McDowell
State NC Zip Code 28762
Telephone Number ( 828) 724-4191 Fax Number ( 828 ) 724-4271
e-mail address [e-mail]
2. Mailing address of applicant's Authorized Agent / Representative:
Complete this section if an outside consulting firm/ engineering firm will act on behalf of the applicant / permittee
Street address 9 West Walnut St.
City Asheville County Buncombe
State NC Zip Code 28801
Telephone Number ( 828 ) 232-0208 Fax Number ( 828 ) 281-2772
e-mail address [e-mail]
3. Facility Location:
Street address 369 Columbia Carolina
City Old Fort County McDowell
State NC Zip Code 28762
Telephone Number ( 828 ) 724-4191 Fax Number ( 828 ) 724-4271
4. Nature of Business:_ Columbia Forest Products manufactures hardwood plywood.
State the nature of the business conducted at the plant or operating facility
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my knowledge and belief such
information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing Title
Signature of Applicant or Authorized Agent I DaA Application Signed
North Carolina General Statue 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other
document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing
that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by
a fine or not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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NPDES Application Form - Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial Facilities
SECTION II. BASIC DISCHARGE DESCRIPTION
Complete this section for each discharge from the facility to surface waters.
SEPARATE DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH DISCHARGE ARE REQUIRED EVEN IF SEVERAL DISCHARGES ORIGINATE IN THE SAME FACILITY
All values for an existing discharge should be representative of the twelve previous months of operation. If this is a proposed discharge, values should
reflect best engineering estimates.
1. Outfall Number 005 and Type Overflow from the rinsing water holding pond
Give the nature of the discharge (process water, non -contact cooling water, etc.)
2. Discharge To End Date: N/A
If the discharge is scheduled to be discontinued within the next 5 years, give the date (or best estimate) the discharge will end.
3. Discharge Receiving Stream Name: Catawba River
Give the name of the waterway (at the point of discharge) by which it is usually designated on published maps of the area. If the discharge is to
an unnamed tributary, so state and give the name of the first body of water fed by that tributary which is named on the map, e.g., UT to McIntire
Creek, where McIntire Creek is the first water way that is named on the map and is reached by the discharge.
4. Discharge Type and Occurrence
a. Check whether the discharge is continuous or intermittent. If the discharge is intermittent, describe the frequency of discharge
❑ Continuous IS Intermittent Frequency: during large storm events (approximately 2 inches of rain)
Enter the average number of days per week (during periods of discharge) this discharge occurs.
Weather dependent (approximately once a month) days per week
5. Water Treatment Additives
Complete the table below if this outfall:
• discharges cooling and/or steam water generation
• water treatment additives are used (any conditioner, inhibitor, or algicide)
' does not have whole -effluent toxicity testing required
Additive Manufacturer Quantity Chemical Composition
(pounds added per million (active ingredient(s))
gallons of water treated)
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NPDES Application Form - Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial Facilities
OUTFALL NUMBER 005
6. Wastewater Characteristics
Check the box beside each constituent present in the effluent (discharge water).
This determination is to be based on actual analytical data or best estimate (for proposed discharges).
Parameter
Present
Parameter
Present
Color
00080
X
Copper
01042
Ammonia
00610
Iron
01045
X
Organic nitrogen
00605
Lead
01051
Nitrate
00620
Magnesium
00927
X
Nitrite
00615
Manganese
01055
X
Phosphorus
00665
X
Mercury
71900
Sulfate
00945
X
Molybdenum
01062
Sulfide
00745
Nickel
01067
Sulfite
00740
Selenium
01147
Bromide
71870
Silver
01077
Chloride
00940
X
Potassium
00937
X
Cyanide
00720
Sodium
00929
X
Fluoride
00951
Thallium
01059
Aluminum
01105
Titanium
01152
Antimony
01097
Tin
01102
Arsenic
01002
Zinc
01092
Beryllium
01012
Algicides*
74051
Barium
01007
X
Chlorinated organic compounds* 74052
Boron
01022
Pesticides*
74053
Cadmium
01027
Oil and grease
00550
X
Calcium
00916
X
Phenols
32730
X
Cobalt
01037
Surfactants
38260
Chromium
01034
Chloride
50060
Fecal coliform
74055
X
Radioactivity
74050
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NPDES Application Form — Standard Form C
Major Manufacturing or Commercial Facilities
7. Supplemental Documentation
Submit the following information appended at the end of this application form. All sheets should be approximately letter size with
margins suitable for filing and binding. All pages should include facility location and permit number (if available).
❑ Present Operating Status: Provide a narrative description of installed wastewater treatment components
at the facility. Include sizes & capacities for each component.
❑ Potential Facility Changes: Provide a narrative description of any planned upgrades / expansions /
repairs planned for the facility during the next five years. Do not include tasks associated with routine
operation & maintenance.
❑ Schematic of wastewater flow: Provide a line drawing of water flow through the facility. The schematic
should show flow volumes at all points in the treatment process. Specific treatment components should
be identified.
❑ Location map: Submit a map showing the location of each outfall. The usual meridian arrow showing
north as well as the map scale must be shown. On all maps of rivers, the direction of the current is to be
indicted by an arrow. All outfalls should be identified with the outfall number(s) used in Section II of this
application. A copy of the relevant portion of a USGS topographic map is preferred.
❑ Production Data: Submit the last 3 years' production data for the facility. Where applicable, use units
specified in the appropriate subpart of 40 CFR.
❑ Priority Pollutant Analysis: Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendix A to Title 40
of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 122) must submit a Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in
accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21. If the PPA is not completed within one week of the due date for
the permit application, submit the application package without the PPA. Submit the PPA as soon as
possible after it is completed.
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Operating Status
Columbia Forest Products manufactures hardwood plywood at the facility located in Old
Fort, North Carolina. Rows of logs are stored at the northeast corner of the property. To
prevent cracking the logs are sprinkled with water from a nearby pond that is 100ft by
150ft in area and approximately 5ft in depth. The pond is filled with water from the
Catawba River that is pumped at a maximum rate of 300 gallons/minute. No chemical
products are added to the water, and the logs are untreated. The rinse water is sprayed
over the logs at a maximum flow of 800 gallons/minute and is then diverted back into the
pond by drainage ditches. During storm events resulting in approximately two inches or
more of rain, the pond overflows into the Catawba River through a 2ft-diameter outfall
pipe.
Columbia Forest Products STS Technologies, LLC
Old Fort, North Carolina
NPDES Permit Application

Explanation
Map: US Geological Survey Map (Marion) Scale 1:42300
Facility Location: Lattitude 35°0'47" Arrows indicate the direction of current
Longitude 82°06'23"
NPDES Application
Columbia Forest Products

I Dlrt Access Road
Plpe to Rlver
Elevation 12' Above River
Return Water
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Log Watering Pond
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Potential Facility Changes
Ed Wicklander, the Plant Engineer of Columbia Forest Products, reported that he is not
aware of any plans to upgrade, expand, or repair the facility within the next five years.
Production Data
The following table displays the 1997-1999 production data for Columbia Forest
Products.
Year
Total Square Feet of 3/8" Plywood
Produced
1997
193,044,506
1998
199,102,000
1999
222,805,100
Priority Pollutant Analysis
Mike Parker of North Carolina Department of Natural Resources (DNER) determined
that Priority Pollutant Analysis is not necessary for the purpose of this application.
Columbia Forest Products STS Technologies, LLC
Old Fort, North Carolina
NPDES Permit Application

_+ NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OP
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECT�ftEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
May 23, 2000
Mr. Ed Wicklander
Carolina Forest Products
Columbia Carolina Division
Post Office Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Subject: Requirement for NPDES Permit
Columbia Carolina
Old Fort Plant
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Wicklander:
On May 11, 2000, Mr. Keith Haynes of this Office
visited your facility to examine the water handling system
for your log spraying operation. This review was done to
determine if an NPDES Permit is necessary.
During Mr. Haynes visit, it was determined that the
pond which catches run-off and over -spray from the operation
would likely discharge into the Catawba River at times less
severe than a 25 year, 24 hour storm event. Since the pond
can overflow into the river, it will be necessary for you to
apply for an NPDES Permit.
Please find enclosed a copy of the application which
you should fill out for the operation. Please submit this
application within thirty days to the address shown on the
form with a copy to this regional office.
If you have any questions regarding this or any related
matters, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Haynes or me
at 828/251-6208. Thank you for your attention and
cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
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Forrest R. Westall
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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April 19, 2017
Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.l(a)(6)
and NPDES WW Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Case No. )L,V-2017-0134
McDowell County
Dear Permittee:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $216.62 ($100.00 civil penalty +
$116.62 enforcement costs) against Columbia Forest Plywood Products.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR)
submitted by Columbia Forest Plywood Products for the month of August 20162016. This review has shown the subject facility
to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES WW Permit No. NC0087076.
The violations, which occurred in August 2016, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Columbia Forest Plywood Products violated the terms,
conditions or requirements of NPDES WW Permit No. NCO087076 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent
shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty maybe
assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary
of the Department of Environmental Quality and the Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G. Landon Davidson,
P.G., Regional Supervisor, Asheville Regional Office hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Columbia
Forest Plywood Products:
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

$100.00 1 of the 1 violations of 143-215.l(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0087076, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for TSS - Cone.
$0.00 0 of the 1 violations of 143-215. 1 (a)(6) and Permit No.NC0087076, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average for TSS - Cone.
$100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$116.62 Enforcement Costs
$216.62 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and
Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-282.l(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
(1) Submit payment of the penalty, OR
(2) Submit a written request for remission, OR
(3) Submit a written request for an administrative hearing
Option 1: Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environmental Quality (do not include waiver
form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Option 2: Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such
request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may
relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper
procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in
the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing,
such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and
agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you
believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below.
In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 143B-282.1(b) was wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The
Director of the Division of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of
your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and
provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the
original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and
thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) dys of receipt of this
notice. The Division of Water Resources also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for
Remission Request."
Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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Option 3: File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with
the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed .
when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative
Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state
holidays. The petition maybe filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) -provided
the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS § 150B-23.2) is received in the
Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You
should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the
filing process.
The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal
date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for
collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations
that occur after the review period of this assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell with the Division of Water Resources staff of the Asheville
Regional Office at [phone] or via email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, �P.G.,Regio <Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
Cc: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
Case Number: LV-2017-0134 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No.: NC0087076 Amount Assessed: $216.62
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty.
You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in
evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five
factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting
remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual
statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil
penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors apply. Please check each factor that you
believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the
detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i. e., explain the
steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or
something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain
how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve
compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF MCDOWELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
I
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADNHNISTRATTVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS j
Columbia Forest Plywood Products )
Columbia Forest Plywood Products )
PERMIT NO. NCO087076 ) CASE NO. LV-2017-0134
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $216.62 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division
of Water Resources dated April 19, 2017) the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive
the right to an administrative hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the
assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Resources within thirty (3 0) days of receipt of the notice
of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the
notice of assessment.
This the day of , 20
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

ATTACHMENT A
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Columbia Forest Plywood Products
CASE NUMBER: LV-2017-0134
PERMIT:
NCO087076
REGION:
Asheville
FACILITY:
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
COUNTY:
McDowell
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION: Outfall 001 - Effluent
Violation
Report
Unit of Limit Calculated % Over
Violation
Penalty
Date
MonthNr Parameter
Frequency Measure Value Value
Limit
Type
Amount
8/9/2016
8-2016 Solids, Total
Once per mg/I 45 54
20.0
Daily
$100.00
Suspended-
discharge
Maximum
Concentration
Exceeded
8/31/2016
8-2016 Solids, Total
Once per mg/I 30 54
80.0
Monthly
$0.00
Suspended-
discharge
Average
Concentration
Exceeded

DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
Violator: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Facility Name: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit Number: NCO087076
County: McDowell
Case Number: LV-2017-0134
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max TSS exceeded the permit limit by 20 %.
One Monthly Average_TSS exceeded the permit limit by 80%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
,4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved is unknown.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal and additional aeration. It
would also include more operating and maintenance time on site and the cost of additional chemical
treatment.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of collection of the additional samples and the cost of
analyzing them at a certified lab.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty enforcements in the twelve months prior to this violation. There have, however,
been several violations over the years ---see attached violation report.
Over the past few years, the company has stated they will work on not having the violations with each discharge.
Letters are in the facility file folder to that effect.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$116.62
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Date G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO087076 PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
FACILITY NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products CLASS: PCNC
OWNER NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products ORC: Not Required
GRADE: PCNC ORC HAS CHANGED: No
eDMR PERIOD: 08-2016 (August 2016) VERSION: 1.0
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: McDowell
ORC CERT NUMBER: 995491
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NPDES PERMIT NO.: NC0087076
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
PERNHT STATUS: Active
FACILITY NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
CLASS: PCNC
COUNTY: McDowell
OWNER NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
ORC: Not Required
ORC CERT NUMBER: 995491
GRADE: PCNC -
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
eDMR PERIOD: 08-2016 (August 2016)
VERSION: 1.0
STATUS: Processed
COMPLIANCE:
CONTACT PHONE #: [phone]
SUBMISSION DATE: 09/01/2016
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Certifier Signature: Jarrett Rhinehart E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone] Date
By this signature, I certify that this report is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens public health or the environment.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for improvements to be made as required by part II.E.6 of
the NPDES permit.
09/01/2016
(1-11'ermittee/Submitter Signature:*** Jarrett Rhinehart E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone] Date
Permittee Address: 369 Columbia Carolina Old Fort NC 28762 Permit Expiration Date: 12/31/2019
I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed
to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the
system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for
knowing violations.
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
LAB NAME: ESC Lab Sciences
CERTIFIED LAB #: 375
PERSON(s) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Greg Decker
PARR- METER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit [phone] or by visiting htip://pottal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/forms.
FOOTNOTES
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be entered for all of the parameters on the DMR
for entire monitoring period.
** ORC on Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
*** Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then delegation of the signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B
.0506(b)(2)(D)-

NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO087076
PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
FACILITY NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
CLASS: PCNC
OWNER NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
ORC: Not Required
GRADE: PCNC
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
eDMR PERIOD: 08-2016 (August 2016)
VERSION:' 1.0
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PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: McDowell
ORC CERT NUMBER: 995491
STATUS: Processed
Report Comments. -
The facility exceeded the daily maximum effluent limitation for Total Suspended Solids. Columbia has scheduled dredging and reseeding for the pond system, work will begin on
September 6, 2016. A recurring work order has been populated in the work order system for the annual preventative maintenance of the pond. Columbia monitors the pond
system.

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 04/19/17 Page: 1 of 2
PERMIT: NCO087076
FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest
COUNTY: McDowell
REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Limit Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALU
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
%
REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
Over
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05/05/13
Once per disci•
mill
0.2
0.25
25
Daily Maximum
No Action, Facility
Exceeded
Reporting Error ,
05 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05/31/13
Once per disci
mill
0.1
0.25
150
Monthly Average
No Action, Facility
Exceeded
Reporting Error
07 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/06/13
Once per disci
mg/I
45
48.3
7.3
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
07 _ 2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/13/13
Once per disci
mg/I
45
82
82.2
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
07 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/31/13
Once per disci
mg/I
30
65.15
117.2
Monthly Average
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
10 _ 2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
10/01/15
Once per disci
mg/I
45
64.3
42.9
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
10 - 2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
10/31/15
Once per disci
mg/I
30
64.3
114.3
Monthly Average
No Action, BPJ
Concentration
Exceeded
12-2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
12/04/15
Once per disci
mg/I
45
65.4
45.3
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded "
12 -2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
12/31/15
Once per disci
mg/I
30
65.4
118
Monthly Average
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
08-2016
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
08/09/16
Once per disci
mg/I
45
54
20
Daily Maximum
Proceed to
Concentration
Exceeded
Enforcement Case
08 _ 2016
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
08/31/16
Once per disci
mg/I
30
54
80
Monthly Average
Proceed to
Concentration
Exceeded
Enforcement Case
Reporting Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALU
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
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REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
Over
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
06-2010
07/31/10
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to NOV
10 -2015
10/01/15
Parameter reported with
Proceed to NOV
invalid Unit of Measure

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 04/19/17 Page: 2 of 2
PERMIT: NCO087076
FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest
COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Reoortina Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION UNIT OF
LOCATION PARAMETER FREQUENCY
CALCULATED %
LIMIT VALUE Over VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
REPORT PPI
DATE MEASURE
02 _ 2016 001
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Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 4972
Return Receipt Requested
April 19, 2017
Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.l(a)(6)
and NPDES WW Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Case No. LV-2017-0134
McDowell County
Dear Permittee:
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This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $216.62 ($100.00 civil penalty +
$116.62 enforcement costs) against Columbia Forest Plywood Products.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR)
submitted by Columbia Forest Plywood Products for the month of August 2016. This review has shown the subject facility
to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES WW Permit No. NC0087076.
The violations, which occurred in August 2016, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Columbia Forest Plywood Products violated the terms,
conditions or requirements of NPDES WW Permit No. NCO087076 and G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) in the manner and extent
shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty maybe
assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary
of the Department of Environmental Quality and the Director of the Division of Water Resources, I, G. Landon Davidson,
P.G., Regional Supervisor, Asheville Regional Office hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Columbia
Forest Plywood Products:
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

$100.00 1 of the 1 violations of 143-215.1(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0087076, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for TSS - Conc.
$0.00 0 of the 1 violations of 143-215.1(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0087076, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average for TSS - Cone.
$100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$116.62 Enforcement Costs
$216.62 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and
Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-282. 1 (b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
(1) Submit payment of the penalty, OR
(2) Submit a written request for remission, OR
(3) Submit a written request for an administrative hearing
Option 1: Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environmental Quality (do not include waiver
form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Option 2: Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such
request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may
relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper
procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in
the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing,
such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and
agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you
believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below.
In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The
Director of the Division of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of
your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and
provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the
original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and
thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty Q 0Lys of receipt of this
notice. The Division of Water Resources also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for
Remission Request."
Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Option 3: File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with
the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed
when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative
Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state
holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) - provided
the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-23.2) is received in the
Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You
should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the
filing process.
The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt'of this letter, as evidenced by an internal
date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for
collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations
that occur after the review period of this assessment.
If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell with the Division of Water Resources staff of the Asheville
Regional Office at [phone] or via email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS
Cc: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
Case Number: LV-2017-0134 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit No.: NC0087076 Amount Assessed: $216.62
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty.
You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in
evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five
factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting
remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual
statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282. 1 (c), remission of a civil
penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors apply. Please check each factor that you
believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the
detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the
steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (Le., explain why the violation was unavoidable or
something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i. e., explain
how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve
compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF MCDOWELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL, PENALTIES AGAINST
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
PERMIT NO. NCO087076
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
CASE NO. LV-2017-0134
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $216.62 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division
of Water Resources dated April 19, 2017, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive
the right to an administrative hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the
assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Resources within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice
of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the
notice of assessment.
This the day of , 20
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

ATTACHMENT A
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
CASE NUMBER: LV-2017-0134
PERMIT:
NCO087076
REGION:
Asheville
FACILITY:
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
COUNTY:
McDowell
LIMIT VIOLATION(S)
SAMPLE LOCATION:
Outfall 001 - Effluent
Violation
Report
Unit of
'Limit
Calculated % Over
Violation
Penalty
Date
Month/Yr
Parameter
Frequency
Measure
Value
Value Limit
Type
Amount
8/9/2016
8-2016
Solids, Total
Once per
mg/I
45
54 20.0
Daily
$100.00
Suspended-
discharge
Maximum
Concentration
Exceeded
8/31/2016
8-2016
Solids, Total
Once per
mg/I
30
54 80.0
Monthly
$0.00
Suspended-
discharge
Average
Concentration
Exceeded

NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO087076 PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
(FACILITY NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products CLASS: PCNC
OWNER NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - ORC: Not Required
GRADE: PCNC ORC HAS CHANGED: No
eDMR PERIOD: 08-2016 (August 2016) VERSION: 1.0
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: McDowell
ORC CERT NUMBER: 995491
STATUS: Processed
SAMPLING LOCATION: JdFLUENT DXS CaARGE N®.: OOP-NODISCHARGE*: NO
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26
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27
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NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO087076 PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
FACILITY NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products CLASS: PCNC
OWNER NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products ORC: Not Required
GRADE:PCNC
eDMR PERIOD: 08-2016 (August 2016)
COMPLIANCE:
ORC HAS CHANGED: No
VERSION: 1.0
CONTACT PHONE #: [phone]
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: McDowell
ORC CERT NUMBER: 995491
STATUS: Processed
SUBMISSION DATE: 09/01/2016
Met-L&L-f i 09/01/2016
/Certifier Signature: Jarrett Rhinehart E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone] Date
By this signature, I certify that this report is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens public health or the environment.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for improvements to be made as required by part II.E.6 of
the NPDES permit.
09/01/2016
,P"ermittee/Submitter Signature:*** Jarrett Rhinehart E-Mail:[e-mail] Phone #:[phone] Date
Permittee Address: 369 Columbia Carolina Old Fort NC 28762 Permit Expiration Date: 12/31/2019
I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed
to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the
system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for
knowing violations.
LAB NAME: ESC Lab Sciences
CERTIFIED LAB #: 375
PERSON(s) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Greg Decker
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit [phone] or by visiting http://poital.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/forms.
FOOTNOTES
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be entered for all of the parameters on the DMR
for entire monitoring period.
** ORC on Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 80.0204.
*** Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then delegation of the signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 213
.0506(b)(2)(D)-

z NPDES PERMIT NO.: NCO087076 PERMIT VERSION: 4.0
FACILITY NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products CLASS: PCNC
OWNER NAME: Columbia Forest Plywood Products ORC: Not Required
GRADE: PCNC ORC HAS CHANGED: No
eDMR PERIOD: 08-2016 (August 2016) VERSION: 1.0
PERMIT STATUS: Active
COUNTY: McDowell
ORC CERT NUMBER: 995491
STATUS: Processed
Report Comments:
The facility exceeded the daily maximum effluent limitation for Total Suspended Solids. Columbia has scheduled dredging and reseeding for the pond system, work will begin on
September 6, 2016. A recurring work order has been populated in the work order system for the annual preventative maintenance of the pond. Columbia monitors the pond
system.

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 04/19/17 Page: 1 of 2
PERMIT: NCO087076 FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALU VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED %
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE Over VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05/05/13
Once per disci
ml/I
0.2
0.25
25
Daily Maximum
No Action, Facility
Exceeded
Reporting Error
05 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05/31/13
Once per disci
mlA
0.1
0.25
150
Monthly Average
No Action, Facility
Exceeded
Reporting Error
07 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/06/13
Once per disci
mg/I
45
48.3
7.3
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
07-2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/13/13
Once per disci
mg/I
45
82
82.2
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
07 -2013
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/31/13
Once per disci
mg/I
30
65.15
117.2
Monthly Average
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
10-2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
10/01/15
Once per disci
mg/I
45
64.3
42.9
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
10 -2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
10/31/15
Once per discr
mg/I
30
64.3
114.3
Monthly Average
No Action, BPJ
Concentration
-Exceeded
12 -2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
12/04/15
Once per dis&
mg/I
45
65.4
45.3
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
12 -2015
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
12/31/15
Once per disci
mg/I
30
65.4
118
Monthly Average
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
08 - 2016
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
08/09/16
Once per disci
mg/I
45
54
20
Daily Maximum
Proceed to
Concentration
Exceeded
Enforcement Case
08 -2016
-001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended =
08/31/16
Once per discr
mg/I
30
54
80
Monthly Average
Proceed to
Concentration
Exceeded
Enforcement Case
Reporting Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALU
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
%
REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
Over
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
06-2010
07/31/10
Late/Missing DMR
Proceed to NOV
10 -2015
10/01/15
Parameter reported with
Proceed to NOV
invalid Unit of Measure

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 04/19/17 Page: 2 of 2
PERMIT: NCO087076
FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products -Columbia Forest
COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Reporting Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION UNIT OF
CALCULATED %
REPORT PPI
LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE Over VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
02 _ 2016 001
Effluent Flow, in conduit or thru 02/29/16 Once per disci mgd
Parameter reported with
No Action, Facility
treatment plant
invalid Unit of Measure
Reporting Error

DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES _ CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT (File)
Violator: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Facility Name: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Permit Number: NCO087076
County: McDowell
Case Number: LV-2017-0134
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max TSS exceeded the permit limit by 20 %.
One Monthly Average TSS exceeded the permit limit by 80%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be, detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved is unknown.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of excess solids removal and additional aeration. It
would also include more operating and maintenance time on site and the cost of additional chemical
treatment.
The amount of money saved would include the cost of collection of the additional samples and the cost of
analyzing them at a certified lab.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil penalty enforcements in the twelve months prior to this violation. There have, however,
been several violations over the years ---see attached violation report.
Over the past few years, the company has stated they will work on not having the violations with each discharge.
Letters are in the facility file folder to that effect.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$116.62
Date G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 3111
Return Receipt Requested
March, 23, 2017
Jeffrey Wakefield.
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV72017-LV-0188
Permit No. NCO087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
McDowell County
Dear Permittee:
A review of -the August 2016 Discharge Monitoring Repof ' (DMR) for - the subject facility "revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample Limit Reported
Location Parameter Date Value Value . Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 8/9/2016 45 54 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0530) .
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 8/31/2016 30 54 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not
more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or fails
to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 US. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
^ 828-296-4500

If you wish to provide additional information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of this Notice.
A review of your response will be considered along with aby information provided on the submitted Discharge
Monitoring Report(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the
violations:,, If no, response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty
assessment may be prepared.
Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
future.. The Division of Water Resources may pursue. enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E, the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first"knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
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Certified Mail # 7015 1520 0003 5463 3111
Return Receipt Requested
March 23, 2017
Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
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SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0188
Permit No. N00087076
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
McDowell County ,
Dear Permittee:
A review of the -August 2016-Discharge"Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the-Violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample Limit Reported
Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 8/9/2016 45 54 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (CO530)
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 8/31/2016 30 54 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not
more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or fails
to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any.permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-2964500

If you wish to provide additional information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of this Notice.
A review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the submitted Discharge
Monitoring Report(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the
violations. If no response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty
assessment may be prepared.
Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E. the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Asheville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
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MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for: Report Date: 02/08/17 Page: 1 of 1
PERMIT: NCO087076
FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products -Columbia Forest
COUNTY: McDowell
REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Limit Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
LOCATION
PARAMETER
VIOLATION
FREQUENCY
UNIT OF
LIMIT
CALCULATED
%
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
REPO T
PPI
DATE
MEASURE
VALUE
Over
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05/05/13
Once per discimIA
0.2
0.25
25
Daily Maximum
No Action, Facility
C_5_213
Exceeded
Reporting Error
13
001
Effluent
Solids, Settleable
05/31/13
Once per dis&
mIA
0.1
0.25
150
Monthly Average
No Action, Facility
Exceeded.
Reporting Error
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/06/13
Once per disci
mg/I
45
48.3
7.3
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
C72
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
07/13/13
Once per disci
mg/I
45
82
82.2
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended,-
07/31/13
Once per disci
mg/I
30
65.15
117.2
Monthly Average
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
10/01/15
Once per disci
mg/I
45
64.a
42.9
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
C
Concentration
Exceeded
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
10/31/15
Once per disci
mg/1
30
64.3
114.3
Monthly Average
No Action, BPJ
Concentration
Exceeded
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
12/04/15
Once per disct
mg/I
45
65.4
45.3
Daily Maximum
Proceed to NOV
C-2015
Concentration
Exceeded
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
12/31/15
Once per disci
mg/I
30
65.4
118
Monthly Average
Proceed to NOV
Concentration
Exceeded .
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
08/09/16
Once per disci
mg/I
45
54
20
Daily Maximum
None
C-2
Concentration
Exceeded
001
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended -
08/31/16
Once per disci
mg/I
30
54
80
Monthly Average
None
Concentration
Exceeded
Reporting Violation
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
LOCATION
PARAMETER
VIOLATION
FREQUENCY
UNIT OF
LIMIT
CALCULATED
%
VIOLATION TYPE
VIOLATION ACTION
REPORT
PPI
DATE
MEASURE
VALUE
Over
10 _ 2015 10/01/15 Parameter reported with Proceed to NOV
invalid Unit of Measure
02 - 2016 001 Effluent Flow, in conduit or thru 02/29/16 Once per disci mgd Parameter reported with No Action, Facility
treatment plant invalid Unit of Measure Reporting Error

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FOREST PRODUCTS"
jute ��7 2U1>
Mr. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter.
Tracking Number:= NOV-2016-LV-026.9 .
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Davidson:
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division located in Old Fort, Nor
(Columbia Carolina) is submitting this respo e.letter regarding Notice of Viol:
number NOV-2016-LV-0269 received on June, 2016 The NOV identifies on"
for total suspended solids and axepdFting violationi-regardingtfie=_umts report
flow for the October 2015 Discha,r 'Monitoring Report.(D1VIlZ .
On the day of October 1, .201.5 Columbia Carolina reported total suspended sol
of 64.3 with a discharge 4 24 gallons per.minute (GPM). Typically there is, no
pond. The discharge occurred following six' -'days of a•storm event with ovei 3_
precipitation. The discharge stopped following the storm'event.
y. .
II:
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As a preventative measure to reduce solids accumulation in the pond, Columbi
will be scheduling.a;clean, out/dredging of the pond in the fall. A recirculation
ordered to place in:the pond.to'control algae growth.
i
For the flow, the drop down menu for flow, instantaneouswas marked rather
We will make those'changes in future reports. The'OctoberbMR has been i`etti
Since we discharge rarely; as a corrective measure in the future any 1).MR whet
discharge event will. be reviewed for completeness by ounenvironmental cons
submittal.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at (828)
Sincerel^ ,
Jame Rhmehart r
Maintenance Manager
Attachment Revised October 2015 Report submitted June 16 2016
ed for the effluent
ids at a concentration
discharge from the
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a Forest Products
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FOREST PRODUCTS
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Mr. G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor -
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Water Quality Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter
NOV No. NOV-2013-LV-0567
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Davidson:
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division located in Old Fort, North Carolina
(Columbia Carolina) is submitting this response letter regarding Notice of Violation (NOV) number
NOV-2013-LV-0567. The NOV identifies two exceedances of the Total Suspended Solids (TSS) daily
maximum effluent limit on July 6 and 13, 2013, and one exceedance of the TSS monthly maximum
effluent limit for July 2013, based on Columbia Carolina's self -monitoring report for the monthly
period of July 2013.
Columbia Carolina constructed an overflow pond in February 2005 to control discharges to the
Catawba River through Outfall 001. The log pond discharges to the overflow pond when the log
pond is full. There are discharges to the river only when both ponds have reached their capacity.
Prior to..the extreme precipitation events in May 2013 and July, there had been no discharges from.
Outfall 001 since 2009. The high level of precipitation experienced in the spring and summer of
2013 impacted the retention time in the ponds and resulted in abnormal discharge events with high
levels of suspended solids. All other parameters during the two July sample events were within the
permit limits.
As corrective action, we will conduct an evaluation of the sediment accumulation levels in the
ponds by December 31, 2013 and determine whether dredging the ponds is necessary.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at [phone].
Sprouse
enance Manager
Inrto`Gabng
Responsibly. -
PO Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
C:828-460-6245
T: 828-724-4191 ext. 2349
F: 828-724-4066
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Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section
Attn: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Discharge Outfall Monitoring Report
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Permit No.: N00087076
To Whom It May Concern:
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AUG 2 8 2013
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Please find attached the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination -System (NPDES) Outfall
Monitoring Reports for Columbia Forest Products located in Old Fort, -North Carolina (Columbia
Carolina). Columbia Carolina operates under Permit Number NC0087076. Wastewater samples
were collected from Outfall 001 on July 6 and 13, 2013.
The Total Suspended Solids (TSS) analytical results exceeded the daily'and maximum limit for the
two sampling events. The high level of precipitation experienced recently over short durations has
resulted in abnormal discharge events.. The increase in precipitation is believed to -impact the
r."etent on time: in -the pond.- All -other parameters during the two -July sample events were within the
permit limits.
As corrective action,. we will conduct an evaluation -of the sediment accumulation in the pond as the
cold weather hits.
If you.have any questions or comment, please contact me at (828) 460-6M.
Since ly
n Sprouse
Maintenance Manager
Innovating
Responsibly. T.
PO Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
C:828-460-6245
T: 828-724-4191 ext. 2349
F: 828-724-4066
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FOREST PRODUCTS
October 15, 2013
Mr. G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resou
Water Quality Section
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
RE: Notice of Violation Response Letter
NOV No. NOV-2013-LV-0567
Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Davidson:
/—m/ r
Columbia Forest Products, Columbia Carolina Division located in Old Fort, North Carolina
(Columbia Carolina) is submitting this response letter regarding Notice of Violation (NOV) number
NOV-2013-LV-0567. The NOV identifies two exceedances of the Total Suspended Solids (TSS) daily
maximum effluent limit on July 6 and 13, 2013, and one exceedance of the TSS monthly maximum
effluent limit for July 2013, based on Columbia Carolina's self -monitoring report for the monthly
period of July 2013.
Columbia Carolina constructed an overflow pond in February 2005 to control discharges to the
Catawba River through Outfall 001. The log pond discharges to the overflow pond when the log
pond is full. There are discharges to the river only when both ponds have reached their capacity.
Prior to the extreme precipitation events in May 2013 and July, there had been no discharges from
Outfall 001 since 2009. The high level of precipitation experienced in the spring and summer of
2013 impacted the retention time in the ponds and resulted in abnormal discharge events with high
levels of suspended solids. All other parameters during the two July sample events were within the
permit limits.
As corrective action, we will conduct an evaluation of the sediment accumulation levels in the
ponds by December 31, 2013 and determine whether dredging the ponds is necessary.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at [phone].
A Sprouse
aintenance Manager
InhKating
Responsibly. -
PO Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
C:828-460-6245
T: 828-724-4191 ext. 2349
F: 828-724-4066
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NPDES PERMIT NO. NCO087076 DISCF4%qR.N 01 MONTH July _ YEAR 2013
FACILITY NAME Columbia Forest Products CLASS COUNTY McDowell
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1) James & James Environmental CERTIFICATION NO. 482
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) Bill Presnell GRADE CERTIFICATION NO.
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES James Rummel ORC PHONE [phone]
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED ❑ NO FLOW / DISCHARGE FROM SITE
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
RALEIGH NC 27699-1617 ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements [K]
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens
public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee
became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the permittee
becomes aware of the circumstances.
If the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corregtive actions being taken and a time -table for
improvements to be made as required by Part II.E.6 of the NPDES permit.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in
accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons directly responsible for
gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and
complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines
and imprisonment for knowing violations."
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Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4) `'' Certification No.
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PARAMETER CODES
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/appforrns.
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
K* ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
***Signature of Permittee: If signed by other -than .the permittee,-then the dek8gtition of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D).
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FOREST PRODUCTS"
August 16, 2013
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division -of Water Quality, Water Quality Section
Attn: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Discharge Outfall Monitoring Report
. Columbia Forest Products, Old Fort, North Carolina
Permit No.: NCO087076
To Whom It May Concern:
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AUG 2 ,`q 2013
Please find attached the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Outfall
Monitoring Reports for Columbia Forest Products located in Old Fort, North Carolina (Columbia
Carolina). Columbia Carolina operates under Permit Number NC008707,6. Wastewater samples
were collected from Outfall 001 on July 6 and 13, 2013.
The Total Suspended Solids (TSS) analytical results exceeded the daily and maximum limit for the
two sampling events. The high level of precipitation experienced recently over short durations has
resulted in abnormal discharge events. The increase in precipitation is believed to impact the
--retention time -in the pond. All -other parameters during the two July sample events were within the
permit limits.
As corrective action, we will conduct an evaluation of the sediment accumulation in the pond as the
cold weather hits.
If you.have any questions or comment, please contact me at [phone].
Since ly
n Sprouse
Maintenance Manager
Innovating
Responsibly. -
PO Box 1148
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort, NC 28762
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Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder
Governor Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
October 4, 2013
7012 1010 0002 1967 6773
Subj ect: Notice of Violation and
Recommendation for Enforcement
Tracking #: NOV-2013-LV-0567
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
NPDES Permit No. NCO087076
McDowell County
John E Skvarla, III
Secretary
A review of the July 2013 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameter:
:
Date
Outfall
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
07/06/2013
001
TSS
48.3 mg/ 1
45 mg/ 1
07/13/2013
001
TSS
82 mg/ 1
45 mg/ 1
07/31/2013
001
TSS
65.15 mg/ 1
30 mg/ 1
A Notice of Violation/ Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement (NOV/ NRE) is being issued for the
noted violation of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and NPDES Permit No. NC0087076.
Pursuant -to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be
assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1. If you wish to provide additional information
regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or discuss overall compliance please respond in
writing within ten (10) days after receipt of this Notice. A review of your response will be considered along
with any information provided on the July 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report. You will then be notified of any
civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no response is received in this Office within
the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
WATER QUALITY SECTION
North Carolina Division of Water Resources — Asheville Regional Office Phone [phone] FAX [phone] Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
�090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
October 4, 2013
Page Two
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of
a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may
contact this office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or
me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Asheville Regional Office
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WQ Central Files
WQ Point Source Branch
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PERMIT: NCO087076 FACILITY: Columbia Forest Plywood Products - Columbia Forest COUNTY: McDowell REGION: Asheville
Plywood Products
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL / VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE % OVER LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
P.O. Box 1148
Old Fort, North Carolina 28762
Dear Mr. Wakefield:
Water Quality Programs
Thomas A. Reeder
Director
October 4, 2013
Subject: Notice of Violation and
Recommendation for Enforcement
Tracking #: NOV-2013-LV-0567
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
NPDES Permit No. NCO087076
McDowell County
John E Skvarla, III
Secretary
A review of the July 2013 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameter:
Date
Outfall
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
07/06/2013
001
TSS
48.3 mg/ 1
45 mg/ 1
07/13/2013
001
TSS
82 mg/ 1
45 mg/ 1
07/31/2013
001
TSS
65.15 mg/ 1
30 mg/ 1
A Notice of Violation/ Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement (NOV/ NRE) is being issued for the
noted violation of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and NPDES Permit No. NC0087076.
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be
assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1. If you wish to provide additional information
regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or discuss overall compliance please respond in
writing within ten (10) days after receipt of this Notice. A review of your response will be considered along
with any information provided on the July 2013 Discharge Monitoring Report. You will then be notified of any
civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no response is received in this Office within
the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
WATER QUALITY SECTION
North Carolina Division of Water Resources — Asheville Regional Office Phone [phone] FAX [phone] Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 An Equal Opportunity( Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Jeffrey Wakefield
October 4, 2013
Page Two
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of
a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may
contact this office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or
me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
Asheville Regional Office
cc: WQ Asheville Files
WQ Central Files
WQ Point Source Branch
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Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 u 2 u 31 NCO087076 I11 121 o5/08/11 117 18Lj 19 U 20 U
Remarks
211 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 166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CA --------------------------- Reserved -----------------------
67 I 169 70 Lj 71 U 72 U, 73 W 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:00 PM 05/08/11
05/02/01
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort NC 28762
02:15 PM 05/08/11
09/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Ed Wicklander,PO Box 1148 Old Fort NC 28762//828-724-4191/8287249084
Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review 0 Storm Water
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessar
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Larry Frost ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4658/
Keith Haynes ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4660/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roger C Edwards 828-296-4500 Ext.4656/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Since the last inspection by Mr. Frost the plant has increased the size of the settling pond, both in depth and
area.The design will hopefully keep discharges due to storm events to a minimum and allow the plant the
opportunity to settle any water prior to discharge. The plant has a pump on order so that they may better
transfer water from the settling basin to the spray basin. The plant has obviously put a great deal of
expense and effort into improving the wet decking flow pattern to the settling pond and keeping as much storm
water, as possible, away from the pond.
The plant and the wastewater facilities appear to be in good condition and are operating well.There was no
discharge at the time of the inspection.
Thanks for all the time spent with the inspectors.

(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Comment: This facility is a 'wet decking' operation with settling pond.
Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge,
and other that are applicable?
Comment:
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DMR Review Record
Columbia Permit/Pipe No.: NC0087076/OC Month/Year:
Monthly Average Violation
Permit Limit
30
Weekly/Daily Violations
DMR Value
76
Date Parameter Permit Limit Type DMR Value
10/16/2002 TSS 45 each event 76
Monitoring Frequency Violations
LV: 02-673
October-02
Date Parameter Permit Frequency Values Reported
Other Violations
There was onlv one discharae for the BPJ do not charae for the monthlv averaae violation.
Completed By: Larry Frost Date: 12/11/2002
% Over Limit
153.3
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2 1 51 31 NCO087076 111 121 13/11/22 117 181 C I 19I S I 201
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Remarks
211 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 116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------------------- Reserved ----------------------
67 I 169 701 I 711 I 721 N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
11:50 AM 13/11/22
10/01 /01
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
369 Columbia Carolina
Old Fort NC 28762
01:00 PM 13/11/22
14/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Ed Wicklander,PO Box 1148 Old Fort NC 28762//828-724-4191/8287249084 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review 0 Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Find in/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO087076 111 12, 13/11/22 117
18I d
(cant.)
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The inspector visited most of the site with Brian Sprouse and Larry Hartman, whose time was greatly
appreciated.
An area that needed improvement was the side slope of the final pond. By the discharge point a side slope
of the pond had sloughed off and was in need of repair. We discussed repairing the slope and determining if
the ponds needed to be cleaned out as well.
This facility is covered by a wastewater NPDES permit (NC0087076) and a stormwater NPDES permit
(NCG210136). This inspection was related to the wastewater permit, however the stormwater permit
outfalls were also observed and discussed. The following comments are to assist the permittee with proper
stormwater sampling. Stormwater Discharge Outfall (SDO) #2, #3 and #4 likely need to be reviewed based
on discussions. SDO #4 needs to capture the stormwater flows from the drainage trench between the main
manufacturing building and the veneer unloading building. SDO #2 and #3 cannot be sampled in the
stream. All stormwater samples have to be sampled at the end of pipe, prior to joining the receiving
waterbody, and within the first 30 minutes of the stormwater discharging.
Also discussed was the need for the wastewater permit. Mr. Sprouse stated it is rare for this system to
discharge; basically only during extremely heavy rainfall years, which this year was one. The prior
wastewater discharge event was 2009.
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Permit: NCO087076
Inspection Date: 11/22/2013
Operations & Maintenance
Owner -Facility: Columbia Forest Plywood Products
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ 0 0 0
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge 0 ❑ ■
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
0991..--.46 o:-- Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment:
Lagoons
Type of lagoons?
# Number of lagoons in operation at time of visit?
Are lagoons operated in?
# Is a re -circulation line present?
Is lagoon free of excessive floating materials?
# Are baffles between ponds or effluent baffles adjustable?
Are dike slopes clear of woody vegetation?
Are weeds controlled around the edge of the lagoon?
Are dikes free of seepage?
Are dikes free of erosion?
Are dikes free of burrowing animals?
# Has the sludge blanket in the lagoon (s) been measured periodically in multiple locations?
# If excessive algae is present, has barley straw been used to help control the growth?
Is the lagoon surface free of weeds?
Is the lagoon free of short circuiting?
Comment: One side slope of the last lagoon has eroded. Columbia personnel stated
that was already slated to be fixed.
The sludge blanket is not measured periodically or in multiple locations. However, it was
discussed that the solids would be measured to determine if the ponds needed
cleaning, especially since heavy equipment may be deployed to fixed the slope.
Yes No NA NE
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ATTACHMENT A
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
CASE NUMBER: LV-2003-0450
PERMIT:
NCO087076
FACILITY:
Columbia Forest Plywood Products
COUNTY: McDowell
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED % OVER
PENALTY
REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$250.00
3-2003
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
03/07/03
Once per discharge
mg/I
45.00
109.00
142.22
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$250.00
3-2003
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
03/20/03
Once per discharge
mg/I
45.00
124.00
175.56
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$750.00
3-2003
001
Effluent
RES/TSS
03/31/03
Once per discharge
mg/I
30.00
116.50
288.33
Monthly Average Exceeded

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 u 2 u 31 NCG210136 I11 121 o5/08/11 117 18Lj 19 U 20 U
Remarks
211 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 166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CA --------------------------- Reserved -----------------------
67 I 169 70 Lj 71 U 72 U, 73 W 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:00 PM 05/08/11
03/05/01
Columbia Forest Plywood Produc
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
369 Columbia Carolina Rd
Old Fort NC 28762
02:15 PM 05/08/11
08/04/30
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Ed Wicklander,PO Box 1148 Old Fort NC 28762//704-724-4191/828724908 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessar
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Larry Frost ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4658/
Keith Haynes ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4660/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roger C Edwards 828-296-4500 Ext.4656/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I MCG210136 I11 121 05/08/11 1
17 18 H
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The stormwater permit for this facility appears to be well managed with outfalls identified and maintained.
The facility is in good condition and appears to be operating well.
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(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Comment: General Permit NCG210000 for storm water.
Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge,
and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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