WQ0021667_Complete File - Historical_20201106

Application Number: u b o b z` -U-q(to be completed by DWQ)
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name(name of the muriicipality,corporation,individual,etc.):
Si7IZ+ZdrB1�FD QCIBROI-EE+IM�IA�NS
2. Owner's or signing official's name and title(15A NCAC 2H.0206(b)):
+ .=?_j C*Till!I RS,D RECTOR OF PUBLIC SERVICES SECTION
®' 3. Name and complete address of applicant: EASTERN BAND OF CHEROKEE INDIANS
�L City: CHEROKEE State: NC Zip: 28719
av wt 1 L� Telephone number: (828) Facsimile number: (828)
4. Project name(name of the subdivision,facility or establishment,etc.):
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5. County where project is located: ►WAIN
6. Fee submitted: $ 400 (See Instruction C.)
7. Name and complete address of engineering firm: ' IFii�D�E c :i:E .
959 MERRIMON AVE.,SUITE 204B
City: ASHEVILLE State: NC Zip: 28804
Telephone number: (828) 252-8423 Facsimile number: (828) 252-8463
8. Name and affiliation of contact person who can answer questions about applicatiox;__
BRONCE C.PESTERFIELD,P.E. iIMTI=D ni i E D_,✓T�O�,
II. PERMIT INFORMATION: j i AUG _ 5 12002 4
1: Project is:X new; modification
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2. If this application is being submitted as a result of a modification iPWRE e`,fl rING
fication to ari'_exzstmg_p ,
existing permit number and the issuance date
3. Applicant is: XX public private
If private,units(lots,townhomes,etc.)are: leased(Skip to item III.); sold
If sold,facilities owned by a: public utility(See Instruction D.);
homeowners' association/developer(See Instruction E.)
III. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
1. Please provide a one- or two-word description specifying the origin of the wastewater (school,
subdivision,hospital,commercial facility,industry,apartments,condominiums,etc.):
MOTEL
2. Volume of wastewater generated by this project: 5,160 gallons per day '
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3. Explanation of how wastewater flow was determined(15A NCAC 2H.0219(1)):
43 units 0 120 gPd/unit = 5,160 gPd f; -�U, AUG - 7 2102
4. Nature of wastewater: 100%Domestic/Commercial; %Industrial; - _
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/o Other waste-specify: - ,_
5. If wastewater is industrial in nature:
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a. Level of pretreatment that has been provided to ensure protection of the receiving collection system
and wastewater treatment facility:
b. If a pretreatment permit is required,has one been issued? Yes; No. If yes,please
attach a copy of the pretreatment permit. If no,provide date application was submitted:
IV. DESIGN INFORMATION:
1. Brief project description: 1,050 LF 8"DIP GRAVITY SEWERLINE W/MANHOLES TO BE
CONSTRUCTED WITHIN THE US 19 R/W
2. Owner and name of wastewater treatment facility(WWTF)receiving wastewater(See Instruction F.):
EASTERN BAND OF CHEROKEE INDIANS,CHEROKEE WWTF
3. WWTF permit number(NC00*****or WQ00*****)
4. List the owner(s) of any intermediate sewers if different from applicant or owner of WWTF (See
Instruction F.):
5. Summary of GRAVITY SEWER to be permitted:
Diameter Length
(inches) (linear feet)
8 INCH DIP 1,050
6. Does the subject gravity sewer collection system comply with the most recent version of the Gravity
Sewer Minimum Design Criteria and 15A NCAC 2H .0200? X Yes; No. If no,please identify
criteria and explain:
7. Summary of PUMP STATIONS to be permitted:
No.or Design Flow Pump Operational Points Reliability Option
Name (MGD) GPM @_feet TDH Selected
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8. Summary of FORCE MAIN to be permitted:
Diameter Length
(inches) (linear feet)
9. List any equipment being utilized that is not specifically mentioned elsewhere in the application or as
part of the Minimum Design Criteria (e.g., telemetry, hoist, odor control equipment, mechanical bar
screens,etc.):
10. Do the subject pump stations and force mains comply with the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-
Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains document adopted June 1,2000 and 15A NCAC 2H
.0200? Yes; No.If no,please identify criteria and explain:
NOTE: If you responded NO to item IVA and/or item IV.10. above, two (2) copies
of detailed plans, specifications, supporting information, and any other materials
pertaining to the identified criteria should be submitted with the
completed and appropriately executed application form.
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' V. CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer's Certification:
I, Bronce C.Pesterfield,P.E. attest that this application for US 19 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
has been reviewed by me and is
accurate, complete and consistent with the information in the engineering plans, calculations, and all other
supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge. I further attest that to the best of my knowledge the
proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers adopted February 12, 1996, and the Minimum Design Criteria for the
Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1,2000. Although certain portions of
this submittal package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under
my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the
proposed design. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person
who knowingly makes any false statement,representation,or certification in any application shall be guilty of
a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to
$25,000 per violation.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal,signature,and date:
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Applicant's Certification:
I, Dannie Childers attest that this application for US 19 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS
has been reviewed by me and is
accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this application
are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this
application package will be returned to me as incomplete. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes
143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed$10,000 as well as civil penalties up to$25,000 per violation.
Signature: /2/�CF z � Date: ?f+ OL
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources •
Asheville Regional Office �f
Michael F.Easley, Governor William G.Ross,Jr.,Secretary NCDENR
Alan W.Klimek,P.E.,Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
August 29, 2002
Mr. Danny Childers, Director of Public Services
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians
Cherokee, North Carolina 28719
SUBJECT: Permit No. WQ0021687
U. S. Hwy 19 Sewer Improvements
Cherokee Reservation Wastewater Collection
System Extension
Swain County
Dear Mr. Childers:
In accordance with your application received August 7, 2002, please find attached Permit No.
WQ0021667 for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension.
This Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the
conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit
and is therefore incorporated therein by reference.
Please pay particular attention to condition three (3) of the permit which requires that the
wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H
.0227 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee **(Please note
condition 12 of the permit regarding future flow allocation to the wastewater collection system. This
permit shall be only for construction of the wastewater collection facilities. ,,No flow shall be made
tributary to the subject facilities until an application to modify this permit is submitted (with the
appropriate fee), a modified permit is issued and the Engineers Certification is.received and approved
by the Division.
Permitting of this project does not constitute acceptance of any part ofthe project that does
not meet 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; unless specifically mentioned herein.
Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by a North Carolina-licensed
Professional Engineer in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the
as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure,to comply may result
in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General .Statute 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C,
construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North
Carolina-Licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board.
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Danny Childers
August 29, 2002
Page Two
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North
Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby
granted to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians for the construction and operation of approximately
1,050 linear feet of 8 inch gravity sewer to serve the Teddy Bear Motel as part of the U. S. Hwy 19
Sewer Improvements project -and the discharge of 5,160 gallons per day of collected domestic
wastewater into the Cherokee Reservation's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application
received August 7, 2002, and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Minimum
Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently
filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part
of this permit.
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Cherokee
Reservation's Wastewater Treatment facility (NPDES Permit No. NC0052469) prior to being
discharged into the receiving stream.
The Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental Management
Commission is incorporated herein by reference and shall be a condition of this permit. Non-
compliance with the terms of the Operational Agreement shall subject the Permittee to all sanctions
provided by North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C for violation of or failure to
act in accordance with the terms and conditions of this permit.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have
the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of
this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of
North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be
final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Ms. Kerry Becker
at 828/251-6208.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P. E.
Enclosure
xc: Swain County Health Department
Non-Discharge Permitting Unit
Pesterfield Engineering, P. A.
Kerry S. Becker
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT
U. S. HIGHWAY 19 IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
EASTERN BAND OF THE CHEROKEE INDIAN$
PERMIT NUMBER WQ0021667
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject
to the following specified conditions and limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed
in accordance with the conditions of this permit: 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water
Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as
applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein.
2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described
in the application and other supporting data.
3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system
permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2H
.0227. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met
as provided in 15A NCAC 2H .0227:
a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent
discharge to surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in
15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 213 .0200.
b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed prior to January'1, 2004 and shall
be actively maintained.
C. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented.
d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every
day, as defined in 15A NCAC 213 .0503(5). Pump stations that are connected to a
telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week.
e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period
of time.
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f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per
year.
g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three
years.
h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division Regional Office
in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as
required by North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 C.
4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater facilities
to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request
shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved,
and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be
considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
5. Construction of the gravity sewers shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the
existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface
waters of the State.
6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a
certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design
calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a
North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed
in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design
Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this
project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility
to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final
certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the
construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified,
shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy
of the "Construction Record Drawings", and one copy of the supporting design calculations
to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617.
7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the
life of the wastewater collection facilities.
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2H
.0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable;
and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the
Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A through 143-
215.6C.
9. The event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action,
including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement facilities.
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10. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action,
including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement facilities.
11. The issuance of,this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies
(local, state and federal)which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river
buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A
NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG0100000, and any requirements
pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500.
12. Non-compliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
828/251-6208 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working
day, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following:
a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or
b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form
within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the
actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
13. This permit shall be for the construction of the wastewater collection facilities only. No flow
shall be made tributary to the subject facilities until permit modification application is
submitted (with the appropriate fee), a modified permit is issued, and the Engineer's
Certification is received and approved by the Division.
Permit issued this the 29 ' day of August, 2002.
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
4Ian W. K mek, P.E., Director
ivision of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0021667****
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Permit No. WQ0021667
August 29, 2002
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
Partial Final
as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the
project, U.S. Highway 19 Improvements Project, Eastern Band of the Cherokee Indians,
Project Name
Cherokee, N.C., Swain County for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of abilities, due
Location and County
care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was
observed to be built-within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division
of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as
applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations
and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date:
The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and submitted to the address below with one
copy of the "Construction Record Drawings" of the wastewater collection system extension as well
as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project. This project
shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all
required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Any wastewater flow made
tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's
Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to
appropriate enforcement actions.
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON-DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
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O�O�W A TF,9pG Michael F.Easley,Governor
William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary
�2 r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H.Sullins,Director
Division of Water Quality
,December 16, 2008
235
Mr. Mike Bolt
Cherokee WWTP Laboratory
P.O. Box 547
Cherokee, NC 28719
SUBJECT: Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification Renewal
Dear Mr. Bolt:
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources, in accordance with the provisions of NC GS 143-215-
.3 (a) (10), 15 NCAC 2H .0800, is pleased to renew certification for your laboratory to perform specified
environmental analyses required by EMC monitoring and reporting regulations 15 NCAC 2B .0500, 2H .0900-and
2L .0100, .0200, .0300, and 2N .0100 through .0800.
Enclosed for your use is a certificate describing the requirements and limits of your certification. Please review
this certificate to insure that your laboratory is certified for all parameters required to properly meet your
certification needs.
Please contact us at 919-733-3908 if you have questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
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Pat Donnelly
Certification Branch Manager
Laboratory Section
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF THE
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES '
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
LABORATORY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
In accordance with the provisions ofN.C.G.S. 143-215.3(a)(1),143-215.3(a)(10)and NCAC 2H.0800:
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CHEROKEE WWTP LABORATORY
Is hereby certified to perform environmental analysis as listed on-Attachment I and report monitoring data to DWQ for
compliance with NPDES effluent surface water,groundwater, and pretreatment regulations.
By reference._15A:NCAC..2H_.0800 is made a part of this certificate.
This certificate does not guarantee validity of data generated,but indicates the methodology, equipment quality control procedures,
records,and proficiency of the laboratory have been examined and found to be acceptable.
This certificate shall be valid until December 31,2009
Certificate No. : 235
Pat Donnelly

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Permit Number WQ0021667 Permit Tracking S]
Program Category Status Project Type
Non-discharge In review New Project
Permit Type Fast Track version Permit Classification
Gravity Sewer Extension, Pump Stations, & Individual
Pressure Sewer Extensions
Primary Reviewer Permit Contact Affiliation
kerry.becker
Permitted Flow
Facility
Facility Name Major/Minor Region
US 19 Sewer Improvements. Minor Asheville
Location Address County
Swain
AUGFacility Contact Affiliation
HUG 2002
Owner
Owner Name Owner Type
Eastern Band Cherokee Indians Non-Government
Owner Affiliation
Chief R.S. Youngdeer
P.O. Box 445
Cherokee NC 28719
Dates/Events
Draft Scheduled Public
Orig Issue App Received Initiated Issuance Notice Issue Effective Expiration
08/05/02
Regulated Activities Requested/Received Events
NULL• RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Additional information requested
Additional information received
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FAST-TRACK APPLICATION
for GRAVITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS"
(Pressure sewers systems are not to be included as part of this application package)„
THIS FORMMAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE ASANORIGINAL.
INSTRUCTIONS: Indicate that you have included the following list of required application package items by signing your
initials in the space provided next to each item. Failure to submit all required items will lead to additional processing and review
time for the permit application.
X A.Application Form-Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application form.
Any changes to this form will result in the application being returned. The Division of Water Quality(Division)will
only accept application packages that have been fully completed with all applicable items addressed. You do not need
to submit detailed plans and specifications unless you NO to item IV 6 and/or item IV I O
B.Attachment- Submit the completed and properly executed Form WSCA 10/99 for each watershed within the project
location.
X C.Application Fee-Submit a check in the amount of$400 made payable to:North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources(NCDENR).
D.Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity—If the application is being submitted in the name of a privately-
owned public utility, submit two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, which demonstrates
that the public utility is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the sewer extension. If a
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity has not been issued, provide two copies of a letter from the NC
Utilities Commission's Public Staff that states that an application for a franchise has been received,that the service area
is contiguous to an existing franchised area,and/or that franchise approval is expected.
E. Operational Agreements— Submit one original and two copies of a properly executed operational agreement if the
sewer extension will be serving residential or commercial lots (e.g., houses, condominiums, townhomes, outparcels,
etc.)that will be owned by a homeowners'association or developer. If the applicant is a homeowners'association,use
Form HOA 10/99. If the applicant is a developer,use Form DEV 10/99.
F. Flow Acceptance Letters—If the owner of the downstream sewers and/or WWTF is different from the applicant,
submit two copies of a flow acceptance letter from the owner of the downstream sewers and WWTF. Flow acceptance
letters must contain the following minimum information: applicant and project name, amount of flow accepted, and
name and permit number of the receiving sewers/WWTF. The flow acceptance must not expire prior to permit
issuance and must be dated less than a year prior to the application date. Intergovernmental agreements or other
contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project-specific flow acceptance letter.
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE,INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS,SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
NON-DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S.Postal Service: By Courier/Special Delivery;-.
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 NORTH SALISBURY STREET,SUITE 1.2191
RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617 RALEIGH,NORTH CAR'OLINA=27604"— __-_''
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FACSIMILE NUMBER: [phone] AUG — 7 20d2 L.�
For more information,visit our web site at.h2o.eitr.state.naushtdpu/i
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Attachment
North Carolina Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification
Certified Parameters Listing
Lab Name: Cherokee WWTP Laboratory Certificate Number: 235
Address: P.O.Box 547 Effective Date: 01/01/2009
Cherokee,NC 28719 Expiration Date: 12/31/2009
Date of Last Amendment:
The above named laboratory,having duly met the requirements of 15A NCAC 21-1.0800,is hereby certified for the measurement of the parameters listed below.
CERTIFIED PARAMETERS
INORGANICS
BOD
Std Method 5210B
CBOD Std Method 5210E
RESIDUAL CHLORINE
Std Method 4500 CI G
COLIFORM FECAL
Std Method 9222D(MF)
DISSOLVED OXYGEN
Std Method 4500 O G
AMMONIA NITROGEN
Std Method 4500 NH3 D
ORTHOPHOSPHATE
Std Method 4500 P E
pH
Std Method 4500 H B
RESIDUE SETTLEABLE
Std Method 2540F
RESIDUE SUSPENDED
Std Method 2540D
TEMPERATURE
Std Method 2550B
TURBIDITY
Std Method 2130B
ESCHERICHIA COLIFORM
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This certification requires maintance of an acceptable quality assurance program,use of approved methodology,and satisfactory performance on evaluation samples. Laborator
subject to civil penalties and/or decertification for infractions as set forth in 15A NCAC 21-1.0807.