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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNC0087106_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 11/10/2020Cantwell, Janet From:. Davidson, Landon Sent: Friday, July 07, 2017 4:58 PM To: Heim, Tim; Cantwell, Janet Subject: Fwd: NOV-2017-LV-0434 Attachments: Trish_07072017.pdf G. Landon Davidson, P.G. Regional Supervisor Water Quality Operations Section Asheville Regional Office From: Primary James james <jjenv@yahoo.com> Sent: Friday, July 7, 2017 11:32:22 AM To: Davidson, Landon Cc: craig@championhills.com; Juanita James Subject: NOV-2017-LV-0434 Good morning Mr. Davidson, Please find attached a letter in regards to the above referenced NOV on Champion Hills WWTP (NC0087106). If you should have further questions, please feel free to contact me. Trish Bryan Administrative Assistant James & James Environmental Management., Inc. jjenv@yahoo.com 828.697.0063 828.697.0065 - Fax i Certified Mail # 7016 1370 0001 65718805 Return Receipt Requested July 6; 2017 Craig Galloway, Director of Facilities and Grounds Champion Hills Property Owners Association Inc 1 Hagen Dr Hendersonville, NC 28739' SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Tracking Number: NOV-2017-LV-0482 Permit No. NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County Dear Permittee: A review of the May 2017 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s) indicated below: Limit Exceedance Violation(s): Sample Limit Reported Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation 001 Effluent Flow, in conduit or thru 5/31/2017 0.07 0.073 Monthly Average Exceeded treatment plant (50050) Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. Please review the Flows for the May 2017 DMR and submit a written response within 10 days of receipt of this letter to this Office explaining why the Monthly Average Flow exceeded the permit limit by.3.68 %. State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources 2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778 CP 828-296-4500 If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, �J r G. andon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Asheville Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ WQS-Asheville=RegionaLOffice-- ,Enforcement File- ----_I NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit Enforcement File G:\WR\WQ\Henderson\VVastewater\Minors\Champion Hills 87106\NOV-2017-LV-0482.rtf 3Y1^'F0 , •. F:t�T��M�t�fJi:.W'��f,iY'. .. . , � -_ - R .: x�� �iSY1�1V1�1\, Certified Mail # 7012 1010 0002 1965 6430 Return Receipt Requested , June 23, 2016 Eric Stoneman, Director, Facility Grounds Maintenance Champion Hills Property Owners Association Inc 1 Hagen Dr Laurel Park, NC 28739-8964 SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Tracking Number: NOV-2016-MV-0084 Permit NoAC0087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County Dear Permittee: A review of the 7anuary 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s) indicated below: , Monitoring Violation(s): Sample Location Parameter Monitoring Date Frequency Type of Violation 001 Effluent DO, Oxygen, Dissolved (00300) 1/9/2016 Weekly Frequency Violation 001 Effluent DO, Oxygen, Dissolved (00300) 1/16/2016 Weekly Frequency Violation 001 Effluent DO, Oxygen, Dissolved (00300) 1/23/2016 Weekly Frequency Violation 001 Effluent DO, Oxygen, Dissolved (0,0300) 1/30/2016 Weekly Frequency Violation Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. Please refer to the latest letter titled "Electronic Reporting Requirements" dated March 31, 2016, concerning registering to use the Division's new a-DMR system for the completion and electronic submittal of monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs). State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources 2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778 828-296-4500 Your facility will be required to report your Discharge Monitoring Reports electronically by December 21; 2016. 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_--=Enfor-cement:File NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File James & James Environmental/ ORC G:\`t)R\WQ\Henderson\Wasteyvater\Minors\Champion Hills 87106\NOV-2016-MV-0084.rtf / r � L�!�.• t tee..... is] i H .1 _ Eih*. M o-r '4yn.a. �a a e L ent of Environmental Quality ,.., +r Division of Water Resources Pat McCrory Governor DEC 1 5 2015 i Nove ber 17, 2015 (Vater OualiN Regional Operations Mr. Larry Apple y Champion Dills . ropertyl0'wiiers'A"s`so`ciation 5 Pine Shad HendersonvgN�La!�$73��:. • r �,�,.��;�( ���r:.�Y t�- .. Subject: Dear Mr. Appleby: Donald R. van der Vaart Secretary Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County Class WW-2 Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 20.07 (or as subsequently amended). This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent'to you on September 23, 2015. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding. Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may rewire modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal r7quirements 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. 4er, Smmerman, D' or' Division of Water Resources cc: Central Files ptY3tal G}y�LLLpYl4G Clll11[Lii4FlAll.r-.y,}{{X� NPDES-Unit f 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919 807-6300 / FAX 919 807-6489 / http://podal.ncdenr.org/web/wq An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer — 501/6 Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper Permit NCO087106 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the Champion Hills WWTP 377 Chattooga Run Hendersonville Henderson County to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek in subbasin 04-03-02 of the French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof. The permit shall become effective January 1, 2016. This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on November 30, 2020. Signed this day November 17, 2015 By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Page 1 of 5 Permit NCO087106 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COLTER SHEET All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein. The Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.07 MGD wastewater treatment facility that includes the following components: • Influent lift station • Manual bar screen • Flow equalization basin • Dual 35,000-gallon aeration basins and dual blowers providing diffused air • Dual hoppered clarifiers with skimmers and sludge returns • Multimedia tertiary filters • 11,800-gallon surge tank [for filter backwash] and clearwell ® 5470-gallon and 9400-gallon aerobic digesters • Tablet chlorine disinfection with contact chamber • Tablet dechlorination • Flow -proportional composite sampler • 700,000-gallon polyethylene -lined effluent holding pond [for spray irrigation] m Effluent lift station • 100-kW natural gas -powered emergency generator This facility is located at the Champion Hills WWTP, off Chattooga Run near Hendersonville in Henderson County. 2. Discharge treated effluent from November 1 to April 30 and intermittently throughout the remainder of the year when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. The facility discharges into an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek, currently a class C-Trout water in the French Broad River Basin, at the location specified on the attached map. (The remaining months of the year the facility operates under non -discharge permit WQ004115) Page 2 of 5 Permit NCO087106 Part I A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS [15A NCAC 02B.0400 et seq.,15A NCAC 02B.0500 et seq.] Beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge treated wastewater from Outfall 001 from November 1 through April 301. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored2 by the permittee as specified below: PARAIVIETER [P.CS CODE] EFFLUENT LIMITrATI®NS r 1VIONI4T;ORLN"G REQUIREMENTS: ~ . Montfily Avera e_. Dail Y ,Maxiirium:, easurement Freguen'cy r Sam "`l`e p , T,YPe ' Sample rt Locafori ` Flow [50050] 0.07 MGD - Continuous RecordingInfluent or Effluent BOD, 5-day, 200C [C0310} 30.0 m /L g 45.0 m /L 9 Weekly Composite Effluent Total Suspended Solids [C0530] 30.0 m /L 9 45.0 m /L 9 Weekly Composite Effluent NH3 as N (May 1— October 31) [C0610] 2.4 mg/L 12.0 mg/L 2/month Composite Effluent NH3 as N (November 1-April 30) [C0610] 8.0 mg/L 35.0 mg/L 2/month Composite Effluent [31616Fecal �oliform (geometric mean) 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Weekly Grab Effluent pH [00400] > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units Weekly Grab Effluent Dissolved Oxygen [00300] Daily average > 6.0 mg/L Weekly Grab Effluent Temperature [00010] Weekly Grab Effluent Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) 3 [50060] 28 pg/L Weekly Grab Effluent Total -Nitrogen NO2+NO3+TKN) [C0600] Semi-annually Composite Effluent Total Phosphorus [C0665] Semi-annually Composite Effluent Notes: 1. The aµ,µ summer � AY_ �c4ux whituur-a..perro-rLo.t-clis-charg6. During effluent. mon slater -should note on the DMRs any conditions requiring a discharge of treated 2. No Iater than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (2)]. 3. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including field - certified]. Effluent values < 50 0g/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. Page 3 of 5 Permit NCO087106 A. (2) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS [NCGS 143-215.1(b)] 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 DWWs Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application. Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer -printed eDMR to the following address: NC DEQ / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1,1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above. Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall, be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is granted anew temporary waiver by the Division. Page 4 of 5 Permit NCO087106 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/i u/edmi 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 Re uirements [Supplements Section B. 11: b and su ersedes Section B. 11. d All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes. For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR user account and login credentials to. access the eDMR system. For more information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page: bIU2://i2ortal.ncdenr orgy-/web/wg admin/`bog/ipu/edmi 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 122.411. Page 5 of 5 NCO087106 - Champion HiLLs WWTP Latitude: 35°17'10" Longitude: 82°14'30" USGS Quad: Horse Shoe, N.C. River Basin: French Broad Stream Class: C-Trout Sub -Basin: 04-03-02 Receiving Stream: UT South Fork Big Willow Creek 0 0 6 A,t, w Outfal1001 \, •Z.1 i oly0ae ., Facility Location Henderson County ✓V� Map not to scale NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 1 of 18 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 125l, 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 Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Condition Page 2 of 18 (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 IndiviL dual samples of at least 100 mcollected 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). Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 3 of 18 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. Quarterlyrage (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-caus;mg'unintentional and temporary noncompliance with permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or improper operation. Weekly Average (concentration limit) The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges. Section B. General Conditions Duty to ComMly_ The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41]. a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section 405(d) of the CWA within the time provided -in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement. b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or'402(b)(8) of the Act, is . subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)] c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2;500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 4 of 18 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 11 penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)] 2. Dyty to Mitigate The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40 CFR 122.41(d)]. Civil and Criminal Liability Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing (Part H.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures" (Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended. 4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143- 215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended. 5. PropertRights 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. Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 5 of 18 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. Signatory Requirements All applications, reports, or information submitted_ .to, the Perm_ it.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.Issutng,Authority [40 CFR 122.22] Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Condition Page 6of18 c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR 122.22] d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED: 7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qual f ed personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. " 12. Permit Actions This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)]. 13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al. 14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit. Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls 1. Certified Operator Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]: a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at least equivalent to the type and grade of the system; b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation requirements are twice per year; and c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission (or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC): (1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or (2) within 120 calendar days following: ➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC) of the proper type and grade; or ➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC). Version 1110912011.1 or NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 7 of 18 (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)] Th&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. Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 8 of 18 (3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c. (1) of this section. 5. Upsets a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial review. b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant evidence that: (1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset; (2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and (3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit. (4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit. c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)1: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding. 6. Removed Substances Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices. 7. Power Failures The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent. Section D. Monitoring and Records Representative Sampling Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)]. 2. Reporting Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period. The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address: Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 9of18 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 122.411. To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used. 5. Penalties for Tampering The 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 122.411. 6. Records Retention Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including: ➢ all calibration and maintenance records ➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation ➢ copies of all reports required by this permit ➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit - These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.411. Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 10 of 18 7. Recording Results For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the following information [40 CFR 122.41]: a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements; b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements; c. The date(s) analyses were performed; d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses; e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and f. The results of such analyses. 8. Inspection and Entry The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by law, to; a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit; b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit; c. Inspect at reasonable times any, facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)]. Section E Reporting Requirements 1. Change in Discharge All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute a violation of the permit. 2. Planned Changes The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when: a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR 122.29(b); or b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan. 3. Anticipated Noncompliance The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)]. 4. Transfers This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.611 or state statute. Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 11 of 18 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 (800) 662-7956, (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. 7. Other Noncompliance The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part H.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. Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 12 of 18 11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41]. 12. Annual Performance Reports Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with Applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for evaluation. The report shall be sent to: NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section ATTENTION: Central Files 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 13 of 18 PART III OTHER REQUIREMENTS Section A. Construction a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plants 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. hi accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-3941, 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. Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 14 of 18 PART IV SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES Section A. Definitions In addition to the defmitions in Part 11 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)(1.1)] 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. [I 5A 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 maybe referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)] "Significant Industrial User" or "SlU" 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) Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 15 of 18 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. 1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users discharging to. the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality standards. 2. Prohibited Discharges a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5(a)(1)] b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]: (1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to, wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21; (2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges; (3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in Interference; (4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW; (5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits; (6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause Interference or Pass Through; (7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or (8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW. c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or the operation of the POTW. The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance, Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 16 of 18 3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system. 4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)] 5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate. Section D. Pretreatment Programs Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)] The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3. 1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 02H :0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)] 2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)], including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9] 3. Monitoring Plan The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.S.). [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 Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 17 of 18 enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and .0906(b)(4)] 5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These permits shall contain limitations, sampling ,protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from all IUPs. 'Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii); NCGS 143-215.67(a)] 6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (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- 215. 1 (a)(8)] 7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [ 15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The Permittee must: a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SATs) 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 Monitoringaporting 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 403.121 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: Version 1110912011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 18 of 18 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 (1DSF) 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. RecordKeeping 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. Version 1110912011.1 November 11, 2015 Wastewater Branch Water Quality Permitting Section Division of Water Resources 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Subject: Delegation of Signature Authority CHAMPION HILLS POA NPDES Permit Number NCO087106 To Whom It May Concern: By notice of this letter, I hereby delegate signatory authority to each of the following individuals for all permit applications, discharge monitoring reports, and other information relating to the operations at the subject facility as required by all applicable federal, state, and local environmental agencies specifically with the requirements for signatory authority as specified in 15A NCAC 213.0506. Individual #1 (f different) Email Address jjemi@bellsouth.net Officp Phond: 828 - 697 - 0063 1Vlle Phone` 828 - 674 - 8171 Individual #2 (if applicable) Eric Stoneman Director Of Grounds & Facilities 5 Pine Shadow Dr., Hendersonville, NC 28739 eric@championhills.com 828 - 697 - 8923 828 - 273 - 3536 If you have any questions regarding this letter, please feel free to contact me at tesstuag@aol.com. Sincerely, Travis Smith President, Champion Hills POA .Board Of Directors 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, Nc 28739 Tesstuag@Ao1.Com 828-696-1962 cc: Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Permitting Section �1a NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Pat McCrory Governor Larry Appleby, General Manager/COO Champion Hills 5 Pine Shadow Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 Dear Permittee: Donald R. van der Vaart Secretary May 15, 2015 Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal Permit NCO087106 Henderson County The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on May 14, 2015. A member of the NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit expires. If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Charles Weaver (919) 807-6398. Sincerely, 1Alrre,� -rkt Vo-vr& Wren Thedford Wastewater Branch cc: Central Files C-=AsheViI W Xtgk6n 0 Office; NPDES Unit 7 1617'Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-807-63001 Fax: 919-807-6492/Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:: www.ncwater.om MAY 1 8 2015 Water Clualtty Regional Operatl®ns Asheville Re Tonal Office An Equal OpportunitylAffirmative Action Employer James & James Enviro'n-metital Management, Inc. 3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N.C. 18791 OFFICE: (828) 697-0063 FAX: (829) 697A065 N. C. Department of Environment and. Natural Resources Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit 1,617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617 Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James To Whom It May Concern: This letter is to request the renewal of the permit for the waste water treatment facility of Champion Hills, NPDES number NC0087106. There have been no changes affecting this facility. Sincerely RECEIVED/DENPOWR Juanita Jai" MAY 14 2015 James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc. Water Quality Permitting Section Division of VVatEIVEDer ResourcOs M Ay 1 8 2015 Water Duality Regional Operations A,h-M. RpOilonal 01fice_ NPOE,S APPLICATION - FORM D For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD Mail the complete application to N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 NPDES permit NCtOO871O6 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. Othenvise, please print or type. 1. Contact Information: Oxymer Name Champion Hills Property Owners Association Facility Name Champion Hills Mailing Address 5 fine shadow Drive City Hendersonville State / Zip Code NC 28739 Telephone Number 828-697-2651 Fax plumber 828-697-7975 e-mail Address eric@champlonhil.ls.com 2. Location of facility producing discharge: Check here if same address as above Street Address or State Road 377 Chattooga Run City Hendersonville State / Zip Code County NC 28739 Henderson 3. Operator Information: Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the .facility. (Note that this is not referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORQ Name Champion Bills Property owners .Association RECEIVE—DIDENROWR Mailing Address 5 Pine Shadow Drive City Henderesonville 15 State / Zip Cade NC 28739 plater Quality Rermittinn -swig Telephone Number 828-697-2651 Fax Number 828-697-7975 e-mail Address eric@championhilis.com 1 of 3 Form-D 11/12 NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D For privately -owned treatment systems treating 10.0% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD 4. description of wastewater:. Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that. apple Industrial ❑ Number of Employees Commercial Number. of Employees Residential g Number of Homes 348 School Number of Students/ Staff Other Explain: Describe the, source(s) of wasterxater`(ekdxuple: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers, restaurants, etc.): Private Community Number of persons served.. 711 5. Type of collection system X Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer) B. Outfall Information: RECEIVED/DENR/DWR Number of separate discharge points 1 Outfall Identification number(s) 001 MAY 14 2015 Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes X No Water Quaiity Permitting Section 7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW upplicacnts: Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall , Unnamed Tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek in the French Broad Basin 8. Frequency of Discharge: X Continuous ❑ Intermittent If intermittent: Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: 9. Describe the treatment system List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a separate sheet of paper. A 0.07 MGD facility with influent lift station, manual bar screen, flow equalization basin, dual 35,000 gallon aeration basins and: dual blowers providing diffused air, dual hoppered clarifiers with skimmers and sludge returns, multimedia tertiary filters, 11,800 gallon surge tank (for filter backwash) and clearrwen, 5470 gallon and 9400 gallon aerobic digesters, tablet chlorine disinfection with contact chamber, tablet dechlorination, flow - proportional composite sampler, 700000 gallon polyethylene -lined effluent. holding pond (for spray irrigation), effluent lift station, 100 KW natural gas -powered emergency generator. 2 of 3 Form-D 11112 NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD 10. Flow Information: Treatment Plant Design flow 0.07 MGD Annual Average daily flow.0.024 MOD (for the previous* 3 years) Maximum daily flow 0.053 MGD (for the previous 3 years) 11. Is this facility located on Indian country? Yes X. NO 12. Effluent Data NEW APPLICANTS: Provide data for the parameters_ listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pl-Ishalt be grab samples, for all other pararneters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported. report daily maximum and. monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum. RENEWAL APPLICANTS. Provide the 9 hi hest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over the past,36 months for parameters currently in your permit. Mark other parameters 'NIA'% Parameter Daily Maximum Monthly Average Units of Measurement Biochemical Oxygen. Demand (BOD5) 7.7 4.8 MG/L Fecal Coliform 3 1.6 CFU/ I. OOML Total Suspended Solids 1 16.0 10.2 MG/L Temperature (Summer) 25.0 21.2 C Temperature (Winter) 1 9.6 C pH 7.6 7.1 -units 13. List all permits, construction n approvals and/or applications: Type Permit Number Type Permit Number Hazardous Waste (RCRA) UtC (8DWA) NPDES PSD (CAA) Non -attainment program (CAA) NESHAPS (CAA) Ocean Dumping (IvIPRSA) NCO087106 Dredge or fill ($ection 404 or CWA) 14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION Other WQ0004115 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. Larry Appleby General Manager/COO Printed n Title North Carolina General St to 143-215.6 (b states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any te k application, record. report, plan-,-Or�cumerrt riles 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. (I B U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,00.0 or lmprisonmont not more than 5 years, or both, fora similar offense.) 3of3 Form-D 11112 James & James Environmental Management, Inc. 3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791 OFFICE: (828) 697-0063 FAX: (828) 697-0065 N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617 Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James To Wboni It May Concern: Sludge from this facility (Champion Hills NCO087106) is pumped by Mike's Septic Tank Service and is permitted to be dumped at Brevard Waste Treatment System and MSD. . Sincerely hianita James James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc. A NCDENR LEE North Carolina Departm nt of Environment and Natural Resources Pat McCrory I John E. Skvarla, III Governor Secretary August 26, 2014 Larry Appleby, General Manager Champion Hills Property Owners Association, Inc. 5 Pine ShadowDrive Hendersonville, NC 28739 . SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspections I Champion Hills WWTP Permit No: NCO087106 Collection System Permit No: WQCSD0160 ' Reclaimed Water Generation & Utilization System PermitNo:WQ0004115 Henderson County ' Dear Mr. Appleby: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Forms from the inspections conducted on July 29, 2014. The facility was found to be in compliance with1permits NC0087106, WQCSD0160 and WQ0004115. Regarding permit No. WQ0004115: The permit was, renewed and became effective 2/1/14. Please review the permit thoroughly as some conditions, including monitoring, have changed and, some conditions have been added. Regarding Permit No. NCO087106: The permit expires 11/30/15. A renewal application is due 6 months prior to expiration. The submersible pumps in the EQ basin have been replaced by air lifts for a trial period. If you find that air lifts will be permanent, a minor permit modification will be required. The assistance of Ms. Juanita James and Mr. Eric Stoneman was greatly appreciated during the inspection. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at (828) 296-4685. Sincerely, /O�� i Beverly Price Environmental Specialist Enclosures i cc: Eric Stoneman, Director Grounds & Facility Maintenance w/enclosures James & James Environmental Management, Inc. /enclosures MSC 1617-Central Files -Basement !Asheville Files , , r G:\WR\WQ\Henderson\Wastewater\Non-discharge\Champion Hills Property Owners Association\WQ0004115, WQCSD0160, NCO087106 CEI14.doc Water Quality Regional Operations —Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Phone: 828-296A500 FAX: 828-299-7043 Internet: hftp://portal.ncdenr.org/weblwq An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer 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 IN ( 2 15 I 3 I NCO087106 I11 . 12 14/07/29 17 18 I C i 19 I c y 201 21I1111111111111111111111111111IIII'II11 1IIIr6 Inspection 1 Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -- Reserved-------- 67 72 l_N j 73174 i 751 III I 1 70 IJ I 71 L_j 80 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) 08:30AM 14/07/29 10/12/01 Champion Hills WWTP Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Champion Hills WWTP 09:30AM 14/07/29 15/11/30 Hendersonville NC 28739 Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)fritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Eric Stoneman/& Director Facility Grounds Maintenance/828-697-2651 ext 1412/8286962097 Juanita Reed James//828-697-0063 / Juanita Reed James//828-697-0063 /8286970065 „ Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Eric Stoneman,1 Hagen Dr Laurel Park NC 287398964/Director Grounds & Facility Yes Maintenance/828-697-2651/8286962097 Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated) Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports: Sludge Handling Disposal 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 Beverly Price ARO GW//828-296-4500/ bw e Signature of gement Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete. Page# NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (Cont.) 1 31 NCO087106 I11 12 14/07/29 17 18 ICI Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) This permit expires November 30, 2015. A permit renewal application is due 6 months prior to expiration. The submersible pumps in the EQ basin have been temporarily replaced by air lifts. Air lifts were installed because the pumps were frequently clogged according to Juanita James. The current bar screen/basket was put in place in 2009 and replaced a more typical bar screen because the screening was not adequate. If air lifts are to be permanently installed, the permit will need to be modified. The media (sand/anthracite) in the tertiary filter is scheduled to be replaced by the middle of August. The sand filter is clogged and cannot be backwashed at this time. Dissolved oxygen levels are generally between 1.5-2.5 mg/I in the aeration basins. A sludge judge should be purchased for this facility. Sludge from the 2 digesters is pumped and hauled to MSD. The tanks were last pumped on 6/13/14 (6 loads at 3600 gal/load.) Page# 2 Permit: NCO087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Date: 07/29/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable? Comment: Settleometer and Dissolved Oxygen Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new ❑ ❑ M• ❑ application? Is the facility as described in the permit? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ M ❑ ❑ Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Flow Measurement - Effluent Yes No NA NE # Is flow meter used for reporting? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is flow meter calibrated annually? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the flow meter operational? ,'0 ❑ 110 (If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter? ❑ ❑ 110 Comment: Last calibration 9/13/13 by Laboratory Instruments Bar Screens Yes No NA NE Type of bar screen a.Manual b.Mechanical ❑ Are the bars adequately screening debris? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the screen free of excessive debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is disposal of screening in compliance? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the unit in good condition? N ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: The bar screen was replaced in 2009 with a screen basket because the bar screen was not adequate. Equalization Basins Yes No NA NE Is the basin aerated? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Page# 3 Permit: N00087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Date: 07/29/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Equalization Basins Yes No NA NE Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the basin free of excessive grease? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are all pumps present? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ Are all pumps operable? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are float controls operable? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are audible and visual alarms operable? S ❑ ❑ ❑ # Is basin size/volume adequate? N ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: The dual submersible pumps in the EQ basin have been removed and replaced by air lifts. The air lifts were installed on a trial basis to see if they can keep up with the pumping level. According to Juanita James, the submersible pumps were getting clogged and were being pulled 15 -20 times per month for cleaning. If the air lifts perform better than the submersible pumps, a permit modification request will be submitted at the end of the trial period. The EQ basin is pumped out approximately every 2 years according to Ms. James. Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? N ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? ❑ ❑ N ❑ Are weirs level? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the site free of weir blockage? N ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is scum removal adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? E ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the drive unit operational? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth) ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Aeration Basins Mode of operation Type of aeration system Is the basin free of dead spots? Are surface aerators and mixers operational? Are the diffusers operational? Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? Yes No NA NE Ext. Air Diffused ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ N ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Page# 4 Permit: NCO087106 Owner -Facility: Champion Hills WWTR Inspection Date: 07/29/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the DO level acceptable? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: De -chlorination Yes No NA NE Type of system. ? Tablet Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Are the tablets the proper size and type? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? M ❑, ❑ ❑ Number of tubes in use? 4 Comment: Standby Power Yes No NA NE Is automatically activated standby power available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the generator tested under load? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Was generator tested & operational during the inspection? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is the generator fuel level monitored? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Standby generator is fueled by natural gas. Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE Are tablet chlorinators operational? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are the tablets the proper size and type? ® ❑ ❑ ❑ Number of tubes in use? 4 Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? ❑ ❑ ❑ Page# 5 Permit: NC0087106 Inspection Date: 07/29/2014 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA. NE Comment: Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE. Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ . ❑. Comment: Solids Handling Equipment Yes No NA NE Is the equipment operational? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the chemical feed equipment operational? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is storage adequate? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press? ❑ ❑ M ❑ Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake? ❑ ❑ M ❑ The facility has an approved sludge management plan? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Filtration (High Rate Tertiary) Yes No NA NE Type of operation: Is the filter media present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the filter surface free of clogging? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑ Is the filter free of growth? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the air scour operational? M ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the scouring acceptable? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the clear well free of excessive solids and filter media? ❑ ❑ M❑ Comment: The filter cannot be backwashed because it is clogged. The media needs to be replaced and is scheduled to be replaced the middle of August. Page# 6 FIL FqC® NR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Pat McCrory — 1 Charles Wakild, P.E. John E. Skvarla, III Governor Director Secretary March 26, 2013 Mr. Eric Stoneman Champion Hills Property Owners Association Inc. 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739-8964 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Champion Hills POA Inc. WWTP Permit No: NCO087106 Henderson County Dear Mr. Stoneman: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report from the inspection conducted on March 15, 2013. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit NC0087106. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension4662. Enclosure cc: James & James Env Central Files AWK— �e rle Mgmt. — electronic copy Sincerely, Wanda P. Frazier Environmental Specialist S:\SWP\Henderson\Wastewater\Minors\Champion Hills 87106\CE1.3-15-13.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION - ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 N nekllCarO�lria Phone: (828) 296-45001FAX: 828 299-7043 Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org Natunallly United States Environmental Protection Agency EPA Washington, D.C. 20460 Form Approved. 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 15 I 31 NC0087106 111 121 13/03/15 117 18I C I 19I S I 20I I Remarks 211111111111111111111111111111111111IIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ---------- ---------Reserved-------------- 67I 1.0 169 70131 71 I I 721 N I 73I L! I 174 75I 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 POTW name and NPDES permit Number) Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date Champion Hills WWTP 01:35 PM 13/03/15 10/12/01 Champion Hills WWTP Exit Time/Date Permit ExpirationDate Hendersonville NC 28739 02:05 PM 13/03/15 15/11/30 Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/ Eric Stoneman/& Director Facility Grounds Maintenance/828-697-2651 ext 1412/8286962097 Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Eric Stoneman,I Hagen Dr Laurel Park NC 287398964/Director Grounds & Facility Contacted Maintenance/828-697-2651/8286962097 No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated) Permit Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports ■ Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters I Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/ �D .� �� �- 2 r %�%1•G�I � � if e � Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and. Fax Numbers Date ) 1l14I1mot/' EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete. Page # 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1 3I NCO087106 I11 12I 13/03/15 117 18I CI Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) FACILITY DESCRIPTION: WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT (WWTP) is a 0.07 MGD extended aeration WWTP consisting of: influent lift station; flow equalization basin; manual bar screen; dual 35,000gallon aeration basins and dual blowers providing diffused air; dual hoppered, rectangular clarifiers with skimmers and sludge returns; multi -media tertiary filters; 11,800 gallon surge tank (for back -washing filters) and clearwell; 5470 gallon and 9400 gallon aerobic digestors; tablet chlorinator; chlorine contact chamber; tablet dechlorinator; flow.proportional ISCO composite refrigerated sampler; ISCO 3012 ultrasonic flowmeter; 700,000 gallon polyethylene -lined effluent holding pond (for spray irrigation); effluent lift station; and 100 KW natural gas emergency generator. PERMIT /.INSPECTION / LOG: A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on 4-15-2010 by Wanda Frazier. The permit expires on November 30, 2015. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder. The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events, process control and field testing data. TREATMENT UNITS / PROCESS CONTROL TESTING DATA: The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows: Basin # 1 (right) Dissolved Oxygen = 4.1 mg/I Basin #2 (left) Dissolved Oxygen = 3.8 "mg/I FLOW MEASUREMENT: The effluent ISCO 3012 ultrasonic flow meter was last calibrated on 8-12-12. Page # 2 Permit: NCO087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Date: 03115/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY: Ms. Juanita James, the ORC contractor, assisted in the inspection and appears to be operating and maintaining the facility very well. The effluent was clear and appeared to be in compliance with permit limits. SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT (SPAR): The 2011 System Performance Annual Report was received by the Division on 2-2-2012. Due to recent changes in the regulations, this facility will no longer be required to submit a SPAR. Page # 3 1' Permit: NC0087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Date: 03/15/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? n n ■ Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ Q ❑ ❑ # Are there any special conditions for the permit? n ■ Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ n n n Comment: Bar Screens Yes No NA NE Type of bar screen a.Manual ■ b.Mechanical n Are the bars adequately screening debris? ■ 0 ❑ Is the screen free of excessive debris? ■ ❑ o fl Is disposal of screening in compliance? ■ ❑ ❑ 0 Is the unit in good condition? ■ n n n Comment: Equalization Basins Yes No NA NE Is the basin aerated? ■ n n n Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment? ■ n n n Is the basin free of excessive grease? ■ Cl n n Are all pumps present? ■ Cl ❑ n Are all pumps operable? ■ ❑ 0 0 Are float controls operable? ■ 0 ❑ ❑ Are audible and visual alarms operable? ■ n n n # Is basin size/volume adequate? ■ 00 n Comment: Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE Mode of operation Ext. Air Type of aeration system Diffused Is the basin free of dead spots? ■ Cl n 0 Are surface aerators and mixers operational? n p ■ n Page # 4 N �J'� Permit: NCO087106 Inspection Date: 03/15/2013 Aeration Basins Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Are the diffusers operational? Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface? Is the DO level acceptable? Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) Comment: Secondary Clarifier Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? Are weirs level? Is the site free of weir blockage? Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? Is scum removal adequate?. Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? Is the drive unit operational? Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)? Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth) Comment: Disinfection -Tablet Are tablet chlorinators operational? Are the tablets the proper size and type? Number of tubes in use? Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? Comment: De -chlorination Type of system ? Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)? Yes No NA NE , Yes No NA NE ■nnn nn■n ■nnn ■nnn ■nnn ■nnn ■nnn nn■n ■nnn ■nnn ■nnn Yes No NA NE ■nnn ■nnn 4 ■nnn ■nnn ■nnn Tablet nn■n Page # 5 Permit: NCO087106 Owner - Facility--- Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Date: 03/15/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation De -chlorination Yes No NA NE Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ❑ n E 0 # Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ❑ Cl ■ Comment: Are the tablets the proper size and type? ❑ ❑ fl Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? ❑ fl Number of tubes in use? 4 Comment:. Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? E ❑ IFI Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ n n n Judge, and other that are applicable? Comment: Page # 6 CHAMPION PROPERTY OWNERs AssocIATION, INC. December 10,-2012 NCDENR Division of Water Quality . Aquifer Protection Section 2090 U.S. 70 Highway Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211, Attention Ms. Beverly Price Environrriental Specialist Champion Hills Property Owners Association CH's Wastewater Treatment' & Reclaimed Water Utilization System Permit No's. WQ0004-115 & 1r Henderson County Dear Ms. Price: In our letter of October 3, 2012, we, advised that. Eric Stoneman had replaced Chuck Miller as our representative 'in charge of wastewater operations: Eric had beew huck's assistant for the past five yeais -and is -well qualified for the job If" ou haven't.met him as yet; we encourage. you do so as .we: are confident you Will be• pleased'with his selection for this position. To- expedite�attention to matters related to wastewater; we would,appreciate all future contact` from your office (letters, phone calls, fax or e-mails) be. directed 'to Mr.Stoneman as follows: Champion Hills Properly Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739-8964 Attn. Eric Stoneman -Director Grounds & Facility Maintenance Telephone: (828) 697-2651 ext. 1412 Cell'Phoiie: (828) 273=3536. Fax: (828) 696-2097 for "Eric Stoneman" E-mail: 'eriegchariipionhills.com . We assure you that. Champion Hills remains dedicated to being 4-responsible steward of the environment and welcome any suggestions you may have. Sincerely,. Lee J bbeher .,.`,. CC: Dou 'Miller'= Interim Gen g _ eial,lVlanager James & James Environmental Management, Inc.: Eric, Stoneman 1 HAGEN DRIVE / HENDERSONVILLE, NC 2873M' .964 ' (828)'6961962 / FAx (828) 696 2097 E-MAIL - clubhouse@championhills.com 741 NC®ENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Beverly Eaves Perdue Governor Division of Water Quality Charles Wakild, P.E. Director November 16, 2012 Mr. Lee J. Weber Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 Subject: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY NOD-2012-MV-0076 Permit No. NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County Dear Mr. Weber: �FILE DOPY Dee Freeman Secretary A review of Champion Hills WWTP's monitoring report for June 2012 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Flow, in conduit or thru treatment 06/30/2012 Continuous Failure to Monitor plant It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt of this letter, to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this office. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500. Sin , cere)7 6' r Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section 02 am E)T, Qti,Asheuille: les DWQ Central Files James & James Environmental/ ORC S:\SWP\Henderson\Wastewater\Minors\Champion Hills 87106\NOD-2012-Mv-0076.doc One NorthCarolina Avilra!!y North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Internet: www.ncwoterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 February 1, 2012 System Performance Annual Report NCDENR-DWQ 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Re: 2011 Annual Report Champion Hills Property Owners Association Henderson County, NC Permit Nos. WQ0004115 N r' , 6 Gentlemen: In accordance with the state of North Carolina's requirements, we are pleased to attach three copies of our Wastewater System Annual Operating Performance Report for calendar year 2007. As indicated in this report, all property owners of Champion Hills Golf Community will be notified of the report's availability through the next issue of the community's monthly newsletter. The newsletter will Istate: The State of North Carolina requires all permittees for wastewater systems to make reports available to their users summarizing their systems' performance over the past twelve months. The purpose of this requirement is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in the system and its operators. In addition, the State requires all permittees to adopt and implement a sewer ordinance for all users of the system. The Champion Hills Sewer Ordinance was implemented on July 1, 1999 and is periodically updated as necessary. Both the Champion Hills' Performance Report for calendar year 2011 and the current Sewer Ordinance are now available from the Club office and can be obtained by e-mail request, stopping in or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive copies by mail. Please advise if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, Saeed Assadzandi General Manager, Champion Hills POA & Permit Holder cc. with attachment DENR-DWQ, Asheville �cos0W� D FEB 0 2 2012 DENR-WATER QUALITY POINT SOURCE BRANCH Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive I Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 1828.696.1962 1 championhills.com so Champion Hills Property Owners Association Year 2011 Wastewater System Annual Report Applicable Permits: WQ0004115 & NCO087106 The Champion Hills Wastewater System is sanctioned by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality (NCDENR-DWQ) and operates under Spray Irrigation System Pelt ��i�i p04115 and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Perrri TIC""0_QB'�+7x'1166. These permits define the conditions under which the Champion Hills' Property Owners Association (POA) must operate the system and expose the POA to substantial fines if it does not comply. In 1999, the State of North Carolina passed legislation requiring all entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems to provide annual reports to their customers describing the systems and summarizing their performance over the past twelve month period. The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in their system and its operators. This report for calendar year 2011 has been prepared in compliance with that legislation. Description of System: The Champion Hills' Wastewater System consists of three sub -systems: a Collection System, a Treatment System and a Disposal System. The Collection and Treatment Systems are owned and operated by the Champion Hills POA. The Spray Irrigation Disposal System is owned and operated by the Champion Hills Club under a formal Agreement with the POA. The Collection System consists of approximately 62,500 linear feet of eight inch diameter PVC sewer lines, approximately 465 manholes, 8 lift stations and miscellaneous _ items such as controls, standby generators, force mains, telemetry, spare parts, etc. As its name implies, the collection system collects the wastewater from the community and transports it to the treatment plant for processing. -_ - - The Treatment System is located on a 2.86-acre plot adjacent to the 16t' fairway. It consists of a treatment plant, two lift stations, a 700,000-gallon lined effluent holding =_ pond, a building housing various types of equipment & controls, and a standby generator. The operation of this system is subcontracted to a state -licensed operator, James and James Environmental Management. Under the terms of the permit, the operator must visit the facility daily (excluding weekends and holidays) and properly manage and document daily operations, including all testing, reporting and other permit requirements. The treatment plant is the "heart" of the Treatment System. It has a current throughput capacity of 70,000 gallons of wastewater per day, but is expandable to 140,000gpd. Raw sewage (influent) enters the plant at the Equalization Basin through a 4-inch line from an influent lift station. The Equalization Basin first serves as the primary settling tank where heavy solids fall out and then parcels the flow uniformly into two 35,000-gpd process trains, each consisting of an Aeration tank where biological N a decomposition takes place followed by a Clarifier where solids settle out. From the Clarifier,, the stabilized sewage flows through a Filter and finally to a Chlorination Basin. The treated water (effluent) leaves the Chlorination Basin by gravity, flows through a dechlorination device, and then to a lift station where, during warmer months, it is pumped to the 700,000 gallon membrane lined holding pond for eventual use in irrigating the golf course and, during colder months, is discharged directly to a nearby stream. The warmer month Disposal System is essentially a portion of the golf course irrigation system. During these months, effluent is pumped from the holding pond by the club's state trained and licensed irrigation system operators and applied to the golf course through "selected" sprinklers that don't permit runoff to nearby streams. The effluent irrigates the grass and then either evaporates or filters through the soil before entering the ground water system and streams. Most wastewater systems do not have the ability to perform this final filtering operation and, consequently, must discharge directly to waterways. Champion Hills' residents can be proud of this environmentally responsible way to use its effluent. Unfortunately, the golf course application procedure does not work well during periods of extended wet weather when the ground is already saturated or during cold spells when the ground is frozen or covered with snow and/or ice. Recognizing the problems unique to our mountainous location during winter months, the State has granted us permission to discharge effluent to a nearby stream from November lst through April 30th. Our effluent, of course, is all "treated household wastewater" and is of better quality than that which most municipalities and cities release directly to streams and rivers on a year round basis. We have also been granted permission to extend this direct discharge privilege to those days during summer months when the golf course is already saturated from rainfall. Under such conditions, further irrigation with effluent is not only detrimental to the golf course, but merely tends to run off into nearby streams anyway. As you know, Champion Hills is an environmentally sensitive community. Our residents take great pride in the natural beauty of our surroundings and have charged the POA and Club with the responsibility of protecting it. One of the less visible aspects of this effort is our first class wastewater system. The developer provided us a good system. However, since taking it over in 1996, the Champion Hills POA has spent considerable funds to improve it and will continue to do so in the future. Aside from just replacing worn equipment, we have installed an aerated surge tank, additional sludge digesting capacity, replaced the plant's diesel fired standby generator (including its on -site diesel storage) with a continuously fed natural gas unit, telemetry at all of our lift stations, natural gas run standby generators at four additional lift stations (now giving us 10 out of 10 stations with emergency power) and a 10 ft wide reinforced concrete road leading to the treatment plant as well a "Screen" to catch debris that could clog our plant pumps. This is where your quarterly payments to the Wastewater Capital Fund are being used. Our goal is to have and to operate an environmentally sound wastewater system consistent with the high standards of our community. 2 M N During 2011, North Carolina's Department of Water Quality (DWQ) inspected both our Treatment and Collection Systems. We are pleased to advise that both systems were found in compliance with our permits and the inspectors were complimentary of our efforts. Operating Problems and Permit Violations during 2011: Operationally, 2011 was a good year. No major repairs to our systems were required but we did receive one violation (NOV's) on our Permits. The violation was for failing to monitor residual chlorine. The fine was minimal and paid. We believe we have an excellent wastewater operations team with James & James Environmental Management running the daily operations of the treatment plant and our own Chuck Miller, Director of Grounds and Maintenance, overseeing their work and managing maintenance/repairs of the collection system. The Champion Hills' POA is committed to preserving the natural beauty of the Champion Hills Community and wastewater management is an important aspect of this effort. To this end, the POA Board of Directors has always been very supportive of our recommendations for repairs, replacements and improvements. Notification and Certification: All Champion Hills' Property Owners and Club Members will be notified via the next issue of the Champion Hills' monthly publication "Echoes" that this report is available through the Champion Hills Administration Office by either requesting a copy by e-mail, stopping at the office to pick one up or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive one by mail. I certify that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Any questions pertaining to it should be directed to me at the address or telephone number listed below. Saeed Assadzandi, General Manager and Permit Holder Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 (828) 696-1962 E-mail: clubhouse@championhills.com Issue Date: February 1, 2012 CHAV PEON HNLLS SEWER ORDWAN(CE The Champion Hills Property Owners Association (POA) is responsible for the Wastewater System serving the community. The overall system includes a Collection System consisting of about 12 miles of sewer lines, 468 manholes and 8 lift stations; and a Treatment System consisting of a 70,000 GPD treatment plant, 2 lift stations and a 700,000 gal. effluent holding pond. During warmer months when conditions permit, effluent (i.e. treated wastewater) is disposed of by the Champion Hills Club, which applies it to the golf course through the Club's sprinkler system. The POA has a formal agreement with the Club requiring the Club to accept and apply the water. During colder months and inclement weather, the POA has a permit to discharge effluent directly to a local stream. The POA charges a flat monthly fee per dwelling to use the system. This residential Usage Fee is used to cover the system's annual operating costs. The Usage Fee commences when a water meter is first installed at a dwelling and is billed continuously thereafter to the owner of record. In addition to the Usage Fee, the POA charges a Capital Reserve Fee to cover equipment replacement and system improvements. This fee is payable by all property owners for each lot owned. Both fees are payable in advance and are billed quarterly along with the POA Master Assessment. The POA Board reviews these fees annually to determine their adequacy. In addition to the monthly Usage and Capital Reserve fees indicated above, the POA charges a one time sewer "Tap -on" fee for each new dwelling, payable by the owner at the time a construction permit is issued. This fee is currently $2,000, but can be changed at the discretion of the POA Board. It is applied to the Capital Reserve fund and helps defray costs for pump damage caused by construction debris. The POA Board also has the authority to impose additional assessments or fees on users and/or property owners to cover extraordinary operational costs, facility expansion and/or system improvements if the reserves are not sufficient. Property owners, through their contractors, are responsible for tying into the POA's sewer system when constructing new houses. However, all such tie-ins must be coordinated with the POA and performed by a contractor acceptable to the POA. Where practical, tie-ins are to be made to stub ends already provided for that purpose. Any tie-in made directly to a sewer main or manhole, rather than a stub end, must first be approved by the POA. All tie-ins must be inspected by a POA representative prior to back filling. Such tie-ins not inspected may be subject to uncovering for viewing and approving at owner/contractor's expense. The POA's obligation for sewer maintenance commences at the connection where a private line ties into the POA's 8 inch diameter sewer main, manhole or force -main. Private lines (including private force -mains with associated back flow check valves), clean -outs and private lift stations are the responsibility of residential property owners. The POA reserves the right to temporarily cut off sewer services with or without notice in the event of emergencies. The POA also reserves the right to access users' easements and/or property, if necessary, to inspect, maintain or repair the sewer system. In such cases, property owners will be notified in advance if circumstances permit. The POA shall not be liable for any damage to the property of users unless the damage is due to the sole negligence of the POA. The sewer system is designed for domestic wastewater only. It is unlawful to tie drainage systems, such as gutters, floor drains or storm sewers into the wastewater system. It is also unlawful to dispose into the system, toxic, flammable, and other products harmful to the 01/31/12 environment or the wastewater treatment process, such as chemicals, paints, paint thinners, solvents, oils, grease, antifreeze, petroleum products, etc. Violators may be reported to the appropriate governmental authorities. Also, it is harmful to the system and violates POA regulations to dispose of solid materials, such as diapers, feminine hygiene products, cleaning rags, rubber gloves, plastic bags, or other such objects of plastic, glass, cloth, rubber, wood, stone or metallic materials. It is unlawful for any person to maliciously, willfully, or negligently break, damage, destroy, uncover or tamper with any part or portion of the POA's sewage system. Any person violating this provision may be subject to arrest and prosecution. It is the duty of all residents to report such acts of which they become aware. All new homes and other facilities with conveniences must be connected to the POA's sewer system unless otherwise approved by the POA Board and then authorized by the appropriate governmental authority. Homes and other facilities in the community currently connected to septic systems may remain on such systems unless required by a governmental agency to connect to,the POA system. Should this occur or should the owner elect to tie-in to the POA's system for any other reason, all costs associated with the tie-in, plus the "tap -on" fee, are payable by the owner. The POA's goal is to provide its members with a reliable, efficient and environmentally responsible sewage service at reasonable cost, all within the confines of its Permits. To meet this goal, the POA needs the help of its members in the following areas: Under the conditions of the POA's Permits, all sewage spills must be corrected immediately and recorded. Spills of a certain size and/or type must be reported to the State. All spills are harmful to the environment and well being of the Community and can expose the POA to substantial fines if not handled properly. Residents are asked to immediately report any spill to the POA's Security force, Champion Hills' Golf Course Superintendent, Champion Hills' General Manager or its Director of Grounds Maintenance, or any other member of Champion Hills management.. One of the largest and more difficult problems of any sewage collection system is preventing storm run-off and/or ground water from infiltrating the system. Inflow and Infiltration (1&1) not only consumes valuable Plant capacity, but under storm conditions, may cause surges that upset the treatment process and/or result in spills; both of which are harmful to the environment and expose the POA to fines for Violating its Permit. Residents noting such problems as broken risers, risers without caps, open manholes, submerged manholes, shifted or damaged manholes, exposed or damaged sewer mains, etc are asked to report them immediately. The POA reserves the right to revise this Ordinance at any time. The POA Board through its General Manager is responsible for making such revisions and for seeing that the revised document is made available to all Property Owners, upon request, through the POA's administrative office. Any Fee indicated here in, however, is subject to change by the POA's Board without necessitating a revision to the Ordinance. The Board of Directors Champion Hills Property Owners Association 2 01/31/12 - -r"t*4 � 00 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary March 29, 2011 SAEED ASSADZANDI CHAMPION HILLS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION 1 HAGEN DR HENDERSONVILLE NC 28739 SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment Civil Penalty Assessment +banpToz �l�� ►W�+�xTrr PermifN ber NC0087J 06 Case NumbIhOM.►4 Henderson County Dear Mr. Assadzandi: This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 3447 in the amount of $T.,.00,eceived from you dated March 23, 2011. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied against the subject facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits. If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-807-6387. cc: Central Files jw �TQ>Arhev��Ql�r©al�OfficerS:uper=vsor� 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919.807-63001 FAX: 919-807-64921 Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer :s n E MAR 3 1 2011 �--` cEC ON • WATER QUALITY ASF'E�lILLE REGIONAL CFFK ne �,........ • Kad0c System Performance Annual Report NCDENR-DWQ 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Re: 2010 Annual Report Champion Hills Property Owners Association Henderson County, NC Permit Nos. WQ0004115 & 1sQ@j6 } F7 110It Gentlemen: .vs•;,kz3or,�.,;L�:;t._riz*�,"-':�a��.w:,.•.:�.�a..: a,;^•. "' � .. fy�.ys,+;:�r;• �.t•. .. < Y.!xn•,ru; .v{f. v.p.r e6, u^c.`-^+s.e.rvA` dwarf A fin' {� f1'/l E E V E V j� ) W v3 i g _ MAR 2 1 2011 :¢ Sf 1� r� WATER QUALITY SECTION t ` ` ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE .e'ri...:.G.4�tf a: u,U"st.a., bMi Mm�xvo•�.-e:„..; ,.*n� ;.Sv,J. +,.. e:f:'2 w.«. In accordance with the state of North Carolina's requirements, we are pleased to attach three copies of our Wastewater System Annual Operating Performance Report for calendar year 2010. As indicated in this report, all property owners of Champion Hills Golf Community will be notified of the report's availability through the next issue of the community's monthly newsletter. The newsletter will state: The State of North Carolina requires all permittees for wastewater systems to make reports available to their users summarizing their systems' performance over the past twelve months. The purpose of this requirement is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully; instill confidence in the system and its operators. In addition, the State requires all permittees to adopt and implement a sewer ordinance for all users of the system. The Champion Hills Sewer Ordinance was implemented on July 1, 1999 and is periodically updated as necessary. Both the Champion Hills' Performance Report for calendar year 2010 and the current Sewer Ordinance are now available from the Club office and can be obtained by e-mail request, stopping in or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive copies by mail. Please advise if you have any questions or comments. P WWR �%q Sincerely, [] MAR 17 2011 DN-�T�ua� Saeed Assadzandi POINT SOI=RCE SRA�r General Manager, Champion Hills POA & Permit Holder Ccs. with attachment DENR-DWQ, Asheville Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive I Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 1828.696.1962 1 championhills.com N M Champion Hills Property Owners Association Year 2010 Wastewater System Annual Report Applicable Permits: WQ0004115 & NCO087106 The Champion Hills Wastewater System is sanctioned by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality (NCDENR-DWQ) and operates under Spray Irrigation System Permit WQ0004115 and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit NC0.087106. These permits define the conditions under which the Champion Hills' Property Owners Association (POA) must operate the system and expose the POA to substantial fines if it does not comply. In 1999, the State of North Carolina passed legislation requiring all .entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems to provide annual reports to their customers describing the systems and summarizing their performance over the past twelve month period. The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in their system and its operators. This report for calendar year 2010 has been prepared in compliance with that legislation. Description of System: The Champion Hills' Wastewater System consists of three sub -systems: a Collection System, a Treatment System and a Disposal System. The Collection and Treatment Systems are owned and operated by the Champion Hills POA. The Spray Irrigation Disposal System is owned and operated by the Champion Hills Club under a formal Agreement with the POA. The Collection System consists of approximately 62,500 linear feet of eight inch diameter PVC sewer lines, approximately 465 manholes, 8 lift stations and ;miscellaneous items such as controls, standby generators, force maims, telemetry, spare parts, etc. As its name implies, the collection system collects the wastewater from the community and transports it to the treatment plant for processing. The Treatment System is located on a 2.86-acre plot adjacent to the 16t' fairway. It consists of a treatment plant, two lift stations, a 700,000-gallon lined effluent holding pond, a building housing various types of equipment & controls, and a standby generator. The operation of this system is subcontracted to a state -licensed operator, James and James Environmental Management. Under the terms of the permit, the operator must visit the facility daily (excluding weekends and holidays) and properly manage and document daily operations, including all testing, reporting and other permit;' requirements. The treatment plant is the "heart" of the Treatment System. It has a current throughput capacity of 70,000 gallons of wastewater per day, but is expandable to 140,000gpd. Raw sewage (influent) enters the plant at the Equalization Basin through a 4-inch line from an influent lift station. The Equalization Basin first serves as the primary settling tank where heavy solids fall out and then parcels the flow uniformly into two 35,000-gpd process trains, each consisting of an Aeration tank where biological N M decomposition takes place followed by a Clarifier where solids settle out. From the Clarifier, the stabilized sewage flows through a Filter and finally to a Chlorination Basin. The treated water (effluent) leaves the Chlorination Basin by gravity, flows through a dechlorination device, and then to a lift station where, during warmer months, it is pumped to the 700,000 gallon membrane lined holding pond for eventual use in irrigating the golf course and, during colder months, is discharged directly to a nearby stream. The warmer month Disposal System is essentially a portion of the golf course irrigation system. During these months, effluent is pumped from the holding pond by the club's state trained and licensed irrigation system operators and applied to the golf course through "selected" sprinklers that don't permit runoff to nearby streams. The effluent irrigates the grass and then either evaporates or filters through the soil before entering the ground water system and streams. Most wastewater systems do not have the ability to perform this. final filtering operation and, consequently, must discharge directly to waterways. Champion Hills' residents can be proud of this environmentally responsible way to use its effluent. Unfortunately, the golf course application procedure does not work well during periods of extended wet weather when the ground is already saturated or during cold spells when the ground is frozen or covered with snow and/or ice. Recognizing the problems unique to our mountainous location during winter months, the State has granted us permission to discharge effluent to a nearby stream from November 1 st through April 30th. Our effluent, of course, is all "treated household wastewater" and is of better quality than that which most municipalities and cities release directly to streams and rivers on a year round basis. We have also been granted permission to extend this direct discharge privilege to those days during summer months when the golf course is already saturated from rainfall. Under such conditions, further irrigation with effluent is not only detrimental to the golf course, but merely tends to run off into nearby streams anyway. As you know, Champion Hills is an environmentally sensitive community. Our residents take great pride in the natural beauty of our surroundings and have charged the POA and Club with the responsibility of protecting it. One of the less visible aspects of this effort is our first class wastewater system. The developer provided us a good system. However, since taking it over in 1996, the Champion Hills POA has spent considerable funds to improve it and will continue to do so in the future. Aside from just: replacing worn equipment, we have installed an aerated surge tank, additional sludge digesting capacity, replaced the plant's diesel fired standby generator (including its on -site diesel storage) with a continuously fed natural gas unit, telemetry at all of our lift stations, natural gas run standby generators at four additional lift stations (now giving us 10 out of 10 stations with emergency power) and a 10 ft wide reinforced concrete road leading to the treatment plant as well a "Screen" to catch debris that could clog our plant pumps. This is where your quarterly payments to the Wastewater Capital Fund are being used. Our goal is to have and to operate an environmentally sound wastewater system consistent with the high standards of our community. During 2010, North Carolina's Department of Water Quality (DWQ) inspected both our Treatment and Collection Systems. We are pleased to advise that both systems were found in compliance with our permits and the inspectors were complimentary of our efforts. Operating Problems and Permit Violations during 2010: Operationally, 2010 was a good year. No major repairs to our systems were required and we did not receive any Notice of Violations (NOV's) on our Permits. We did however replace 9 pumps in various lift stations but we are happy to report that several of them were.12-15 years old and had served us well. We believe we have an excellent wastewater operations team with James & James Environmental Management running the daily operations of the treatment plant. and our own Chuck Miller, Director of Grounds and Maintenance, overseeing their work and managing maintenance/repairs of the collection system. The Champion Hills' POA is committed to preserving the natural beauty of the Champion Hills Community and wastewater management is an important aspect of this effort. To this end, the POA Board of Directors has always been very supportive of our recommendations for repairs, replacements and improvements. Notification and Certification: All Champion Hills' Property Owners and Club Members will be notified via the next issue of the Champion Hills' monthly publication "Echoes" that this reporf,is available through the Champion Hills Administration Office by either requesting a copy by e-mail, stopping at the office to pick one up or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive one by mail. I certify that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Any questions pertaining to it should be directed to me at the address or telephone number listed below. Saeed Assadzandi, General Manager and Permit Holder Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 (828) 696-1962 E-mail: clubhouse@championhills.com Issue Date: February 1, 2011 0 so M CHAMPION HILLS SEWER ORDINANCE: The Champion Hills Property Owners Association (POA) is responsible for the Wastewater System serving the community. The overall system includes a Collection System consisting of about 12 miles of sewer lines, 468 manholes and 8 lift stations; and'a Treatment System consisting of a 70,000 GPD treatment plant, 2 lift stations and a 700,000 gal. effluent holding pond. During warmer months when conditions permit, effluent (i.e. treated wastewater) is disposed of by the Champion Hills Club, which applies it to the golf course through the Club's sprinkler system. The POA has a formal agreement with the Club requiring the Club to accept and apply the water. During colder months and inclement weather, the POA has a permit to discharge effluent directly to a local stream. The POA charges a flat monthly fee per dwelling to use the system. This residential Usage Fee is used to cover the system's annual operating costs. The Usage Fee commences when a water meter is first installed at a dwelling and is billed continuously thereafter to the owner of record. In addition to the Usage Fee, the POA charges a Capital Reserve Fee to cover equipment replacement and system improvements. This fee is payable by all property owners for each lot owned. Both fees are payable in advance and are billed quarterly along with the POA Master Assessment. The POA Board reviews these fees annually to determine their adequacy. In addition to the monthly Usage and Capital Reserve fees indicated above, the POA charges a one time sewer "Tap -on" fee for each new dwelling, payable by the owner at the time a construction permit is issued. This fee is currently $2,000, but can be changed at the discretion of the POA Board. It is applied to the Capital Reserve fund and helps defray costs for pump damage caused by construction debris. The POA Board also has the authority to impose additional assessments or fees on users and/or property owners to cover extraordinary operational costs, facility expansion and/or system improvements if the reserves are not sufficient. Property owners, through their contractors, are responsible for tying ;into the POA's sewer system when constructing new houses. However, all such tie-ins must be coordinated with the POA and performed by a contractor acceptable to the POA. Where practical, tie-ins are to be made to stub ends already provided for that purpose. Any tie-in made directly to a sewer main or manhole, rather than a stub end, must first be approved by the POA. All tie-ins must be inspected by a POA representative prior to back filling. Such tie-ins not inspected may be subject to uncovering for viewing and approving at owner/contractor's expense. The POA's obligation for sewer maintenance commences at the connection where a private line ties into the POA's 8 inch diameter sewer main, manhole or force -main. Private lines (including private force -mains with associated back flow check valves), clean -outs and private lift stations are the responsibility of residential property owners. The POA reserves the right to temporarily cut off sewer services with or without notice in the event of emergencies. The POA also reserves the right to access users' easements and/or property, if necessary, to inspect, maintain or repair the sewer system. In such cases, property owners will be notified in advance if circumstances permit. The POA shall not be liable for any damage to the property of users unless the damage is due to the sole negligence of the POA. The sewer system is designed for domestic wastewater only. It is unlawful to tie drainage systems, such as gutters, floor drains or storm sewers into the wastewater system. It is also unlawful to dispose into the system, toxic, flammable, and other products harmful to the 03/09/11 environment or the wastewater treatment process, such as chemicals, paints, paint thinners, solvents, oils, grease, antifreeze, petroleum products, etc. Violators may be reported to the appropriate governmental authorities. Also, it is harmful to the system and violates POA regulations to dispose of solid materials,, such as diapers, feminine hygiene products, cleaning rags, rubber gloves, plastic bags, or other such objects of plastic, glass, cloth, rubber, wood, stone or metallic materials. It is unlawful for any person to maliciously, willfully, or negligently break, damage, destroy, uncover or tamper with any part or portion of the POA's sewage system. Any person violating this provision may be subject to arrest and prosecution. It is the duty of all residents to report such acts of which they become aware. All new homes and other facilities with conveniences must be connected to the POA's sewer system unless otherwise approved by the POA Board and then authorized by the appropriate governmental authority. Homes and other facilities in the community currently connected to septic systems may remain on such systems unless required by a governmental agency to connect to the POA system. Should this occur or should the owner elect to tie-in to the POA's system for any other reason, all costs associated with the tie-in, plus the "tap -on" fee, are payable by the owner. The POA's goal is to provide its members with a reliable, efficient and environmentally responsible sewage service at reasonable cost, all within the confines of its Permits. To meet this goal, the POA needs the help of its members in the following areas: Under the conditions of the POA's Permits, all sewage spills must be corrected immediately and recorded. Spills of a certain size and/or,type must be reported to the State. All spills are harmful to the environment and well being of th&Community and can expose the POA to substantial fines if not handled properly. Residents are asked to immediately report any spill to the POA's Security force, Champion Hills' Golf Course Superintendent, Champion Hills' General Manager or its`Director of Grounds Maintenance, or any other member of Champion Hills management.. One of the largest and more difficult problems of any sewage collection system is preventing storm run-off and/or ground water from infiltrating the system. Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) not only consumes valuable Plant capacity, but under storm conditions, may cause surges that upset the treatment process and/or result in spills; both of which are harmful to the environment and expose the POA to fines for violating its Permit. Residents noting such problems as broken risers,risers without caps, open manholes, submerged manholes, shifted or damaged manholes, exposed or damaged sewer mains, etc are asked to report them immediately. The POA reserves the right to revise this Ordinance at any time. The POA Board through its General Manager is responsible for making such revisions and for seeing that the revised document is made available to all Property Owners, upon request, through the POA's administrative office. Any Fee indicated here in, however, is subject to change by the POA's Board without necessitating a revision to the Ordinance. The Board of Directors Champion Hills Property Owners Association 03/09/11 CHAMPION HILis = This map illustrates a general plan which Ls subject to future change and revision. Dimensions, boundaries and position locations are for illustrative purposes only and are not necessarily intended to be exact. The Champion Hills Club recreational facilities are available to property owners only through membership in the Champion Hills Club. Membership is.subject to the provisions of The Membership Offering Document, approval, availability, payment of established fees and dues, and other conditions established from time -to time. I a Nil RCDENR. North Carolina Department. of :Environment and Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue' Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director October 21, 2010 I OCT 2..8 2010 ALITY SECTION VILLE_REGIONAL OFFICE Dee.Freeman SecCetary , .._... Mr. Saeed Assadzandi Champion Hills Property Owners Association - 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, N.C. 28739 Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County Dear Mr. Assadzandi: Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is -issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended). This final permit includes no changes from the draft permit sent to you on September 1, 2010. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are. unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming. to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding. Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this -.permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919) 807-6391. Sincerely, / Coleen H. Sullins d cc: Central Files shewi4Tel egio i7 ice/Su ce at r—o ector NPDES Uui 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCarolina Phone: 919 807-6300 /FAX 919 807-6495 / http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq ,f ,• Awwra"//ff An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper L Permit NCO087106 r - STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY PERMIT .TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General. Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management .Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control. Act, as amended, the Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the Champion Hills WWTP 377 Chattooga Run Hendersonville Henderson County to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek in subbasin 04- 03-02 of the French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof. The permit shall become effective December 1, 2010. This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on November 30, 2015. Signed this day October 21, 2010 ,,�Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission R R Permit NC0087106_..- SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET All previous NPDES Permits issued to•this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, ' terms, and provisions included herein. ' The Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.07 MGD wastewater treatment facility that includes the following components: - • Influent lift station • Manual bar screen • Flow equalization basin • Dual 35,000-gallon aeration basins and dual blowers providing diffused air • Dual hoppered clarifiers with skimmers and sludge returns • Multimedia tertiary filters • 11,800-gallon surge tank [for filter backwash] and clearwell • 5470-gallon and 9400-gallon aerobic digesters • Tablet chlorine disinfection with contact chamber • Tablet dechlorination • Flow -proportional composite sampler • 700,000-gallon polyethylene -lined effluent holding pond [for spray irrigation] • Effluent lift station • 100-kW natural gas -powered emergency generator This facility is located at the Champion Hills WWTP, off Chattooga Run near Hendersonville in Henderson County. 2. Discharge treated effluent from November 1 to April 30 and intermittently throughout the remainder of the year when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. The facility discharges into an.unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek, a Class C-Trout water in the French Broad River Basin, at the location specified on the attached reap. (The remaining months of the year the facility operates under non -discharge permit WQ004115) 0 NCO087106 - Champion Hills WWTP Latitude: 35°17' 10" Longitude: 82'14'30" USGS Ouad: Horse Shoe, N.C. River Basin: French Broad Stream Class: C-Trout Sub -Basin: 04-03-02 ' Receiving Stream: UT South Fork Big Willow Creek Facility Location Henderson County ./�iu� Map not to scale Permit NC0087106. '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 from November 1 through April 301. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified.below: PARAMETER EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS [PCS CODE] Monthly ' Daily Measurement Sample Sample Average Maximum Frequency Type Location Flow 0.07 MGD Continuous Recording Influent or Effluent [50050] BOD, 5-day, 20°C 30:0.m /L g 45.0 m /L g Weekly Composite Effluent [C0310} Total Suspended Solids 30.0 m /L 45.0 m /L g Weekly Composite Effluent [C0530] "g NH3 [C1 0] N (May 1 —October 31) 2.4 mg/L 12.0 mg/L 2/month Composite Effluent NH3as[C06 N (November 1-April 30) [C0 [C0610] 8.0 mg/L 35.0 mg/L 2/month Composite Effluent Fecal Coliform.(geometric mean) [31616j 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Weekly Grab Effluent pH [00400] > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units Weekly Grab Effluent Dissolved Oxygen [00300] . Daily average > 6.0 mg/L Weekly Grab Effluent Temperature [00010] Weekly Grab Effluent Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)2 [50060] 28,ug/L Weekly Grab Effluent Total Nitrogen NO2+NO3+TKN) [C0600] Semi-annually Composite Effluent Total Phosphorus [C0665] Semi-annually Composite Effluent Notes: 1. The facility may also discharge between May land October 31 when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. During summer months, the operator should note on the DMRs any conditions requiring a discharge of treated effluent. 2. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including field - certified]. Effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace. amounts. � A A NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 1 of 18 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 Dav 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 Version 712009 NI'DES Permit Standard Conditions Page 2 of 18 totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or (4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may 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. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.2) Daily Maximum The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month. Daily Sampling Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s). DWQ or "the Division" The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources. EMC The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission. EPA The United States Environmental Protection Agency Facility Closure Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded. Geometric Mean The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]'D shall be considered =1. Version 712009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 3 of 18 Grab Sample Individual samples of at least 100 nil 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. Quarterly Average (concentration limit), The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter. Severe property damage Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production. Toxic Pollutant: Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA. Up -set An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or improper operation. Weekly Average (concentration limit), The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges. Section B. General Conditions 1. Duty to Comply The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.411. 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 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. Version 712009 N13DES Permit Standard Conditions Page 4 of 18 b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8) of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319 (d) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)] c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)] d. Any person who knoavin,gy 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 II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1219 (g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)] 2. Duty to Mitigate The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40 CFR 122.41 (d)]. 3. Civil and Criminal Liability Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 Version 712009 ` PDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 5 of 18 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, not does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal; State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 6. Onshore or Offshore Construction This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters. 7. 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 150B-23]. 8. Duty to Provide Information The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee, shall also furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)]. 9. Duty to Reapply If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)],. 10. Expiration of Permit The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such, information, forms, and fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date. Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior ;to expiration, will subject the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq. 11. Signatory Requirements All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40 CFR 122.41 (k)]. a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows: (1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty. of making major capital investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long Version 712009 'NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 6 of 18 term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures . (2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or (3) For a municipality, State; Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22]. b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if- 1. The authorization is made in writing by a -person described above; 2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and 3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22] c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR 122.22] 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, 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 (Q. 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 211.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al. 14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b) (2) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit. Version 712009 N PDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 7 of 18 Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls Certified Operator Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201]. The ORC of each Class I facility must: ➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment facility must be visited at least weekly ➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204. The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must: ➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays ➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility ➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204. Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the operator in responsible charge: a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system b. Within 120 calendar days of - ➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new ORC and back-up ORC ➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC. 2. Proper Operation and Maintenance The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)]. 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)] Version 712009 iNPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 8 of 18 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)] 0) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality and effect of the bypass. (2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part II. E. 6. (24-hour notice). c. Prohibition of Bypass (1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against a Permittee for bypass, unless: (A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage; (B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities, retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and (C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section. (2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system permit associated with the treatment facility. (3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c. (1) of this section. Upsets a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative 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. 6. Removed Substances Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. 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 Version 712009 NUDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 9of18 reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices. 7. Power Failures The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent. Section D. Monitoring and Records Representative Sampling Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)]. 2. Reporting Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (NIIZ 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 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://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lab/cert.htm) for information regarding laboratory certifications. Version 712009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 10 of 18 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 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41]. To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used. 5. Penalties for Tampering The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41]. 6. Records Retention Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including: ➢ all calibration and maintenance records ➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation ➢ copies of all reports required by this permit ➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.41]. 7. Recording Results For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the following information [40 CFR 122.41]: a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements; b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements; c. The date(s) analyses were performed; d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses; 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; Version 712009 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)]. Section E Reporting Requirements 1. Change in DischaWe 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) (1). c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and such alteration, addition or change `may justify the -application of permit conditions that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan. 3. Anticipated Noncompliance The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.410) (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 0) (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 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)]. Version 712009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 12 of 18 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 (800) 662-7956, (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. 7. Other Noncompliance The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of this permit [40 CFR 122.410) (7)]. 8. Other Information Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (l) (8)]. 9. Noncompliance Notification The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following: a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances. b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc. c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. 10. Availability of Reports Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a) (2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act. 11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41]. 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. Version 712009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 13 of 18 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, NC 27699-1617 PART III OTHER REQUIREMENTS Section A. Construction The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, not add to the plant's treatment capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division. Section B. Groundwater Monitoring The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards. Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42): a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels"; (1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 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 (l 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'; (l) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L); (2) One milligram per liter 0 mg/L) for antimony; (3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application. Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of notification by the Division. Section E. Facility* Closure Reguirements 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 Version 712009 N13DES Permit Standard Conditions Page 14 of 18 adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the permitted facility. PART IV SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES Section A. 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 NPDES Permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (13)] Pass Through A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of the POTWs NPDES permit, or of an instream water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)] Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also means the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a treatment works. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (27)] "Significant Industrial User" or "SIU" An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (34)]: (a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or; (b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of the maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or; (c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard, or; (d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise determined by the POTW, the Division, or the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTWs operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement or POT%Vs receiving stream standard, or to limit the POTWs sludge disposal options. Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.2] All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b)]: Version 712009 !Gh"DES Permit Standard Conditions I Page 15 of 18 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 C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable ,to inputs from industries using the municipal system may 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 fume's -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 W vqT 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 Version 712009 N PDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 16 of 18 and times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance, 3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system. 4. The Permittee shall require any industrial 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 0) (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 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 0) (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 211.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3. Sewer Use Ordinance (,SUO� The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.9 (1), (2)] 2. Industrial Waste Survey(IWS), The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 211.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 0) (1)], including identification of all industrial users and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these industrial users and identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph B, 2, c, of this Part. 3. Monitoring Plan The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part II, Section D, and Section E.S.). [15A NCAC 211.0906 (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 Version 712009 DES Permit Standard Conditions Page 17 of 18 Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909. 5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (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 214.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143- 215.67 (a)] 6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the `issuance of an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS 143- 215.1 (a) (8)] 7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(d); 40 CFR 403.8(0(2)(v)]. The Permittee must: a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -limited pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled at least once per calendar year; For the purposes of this paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of compounds listed in 40 CFR 136.3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended. 8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment .program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A NCAC 214.0908. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(0(1)(v) and (2)(1); 40 CFR 122.440)(2)] 9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERPI The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations. All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; 40 CFR 4038(0(5)] 10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PART 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. Version 712009 'DES Permit Standard Conditions. Page 18of18 ,For all .other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report (PAR) describing its pretreatmerrt 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 Industrial Users (IUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC); b.) Pretreatment Program Summary(PPS) A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division; c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report SNCR) The nature of the violations and, the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms approved by the Division; d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU) and any monitoring data for other Industrial Users (IUs) in SNC. These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division; e.) Other Information Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, _ public notice of IUs 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 Industrial Users (IUs) that were in Significant. Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 2H .0903U,(35, , .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR 403.8(O Q (vii�] 12. Record Keeping _ The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the POTW. [15A NCAC 211.0908(f) 40 CFR 403.12(o)] 13. Funding and Financial Report The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its approved pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(a) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)] 14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and 15A NCAC 211.0907. Version 712009 Frazier, Wanda From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Attachments: Importance: Hi Charles, Frazier, Wanda Tuesday,, August 17, 2010 11:45 AM Weaver, Charles Edwards, Roger FW: DRAFT permit renewal for NCO087106 (Champion Hills WWTP) 87106box 2010.doc; 87106 draft.doc; 87106 Expedited Fact Sheet.doc; map 87106.ppt; 87106 a cover page 2010.doc; NCO087106 4-15-10.pdf High I met with the contract operator and did a sampling inspection at this facility on 4-15-10. Everything looked good. Attached is that inspection report. Here's what I would change for Champion Hills POA WWTP: Fact Sheet: Does the permit have Special Conditions? Change from: Yes — discharge only from November 1 to May 315t To: Yes - Discharge to stream is allowed from November 1 - April 30 and intermittently throughout the remainder of the year when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. (See the footnote at the bottom of the permit limits page. Notes: # 1. "The facility may also discharge... ") Supplement to permit cover page: (see attachment) Continue to operate ... 0.07 MGD extended aeration WWTP consisting of: influent lift station; flow equalization basin; manual bar screen; dual 35,000, gallon aeration basins and dual blowers providing diffused air; dual hoppered clarifiers with skimmers and sludge returns; multi -media tertiary filters; 11,800 gallon surge tank (for back washing filters) and clearwell; 1 5470 gallon and 9400 gallon aerobic digestors; tablet chlorinator; chlorine contact chamber; tablet dechlorinator; flow proportional composite sampler; 700,000 gallon polyethylene -lined effluent holding pond (for spray irrigation); effluent lift station; and 100 KW natural gas emergency generator. Change location of facility: From: One Hagen Drive (this is the-office's address) To: 377 Chattooga Run (this is the VW11TP's address) I feel that everything else in the attached documents -is accurate. ARO recommends renewal of these permits. Is this email sufficient? Let me know if you have questions or comments. Thanks, Wanda Wanda Frazier Email: Wanda.Frazier@ncdenr.gov North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Asheville Regional Office Division of Water Quality Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US 70 Highway Swannanoa, NC 28778 Switchboard: 828-296-4500 x 4662 Direct line: 828-296-4662 Fax: 828-299-7043 Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and therefore may be disclosed to third parties. From: Weaver, Charles Sent: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 10:51 AM To: Frazier, Wanda; Pugh, James L.; jjemi@bellsouth.net 2 Subject: DRAFT permit renewal for NCO087106 (Champion Hills WWTP) Importance: High This is a class WW-2 facility in Henderson County. The draft will go to Public Notice on September 1" Send me any comments by September 15tn Thanks, CHW 3 FACT SHEET FOR EXPEDITED PERMIT RENEWALS This form must be completed by Permit Writers for all expedited permits which do not require .full Fact Sheets. Expedited permits are generally simple 100% domestics (e.g., schools, mobile home parks, etc) that can be administratively renewed with minor changes, but can include facilities with more complex issues (Special Conditions, 303(d) listed water, toxicity testing, instream monitoring, compliance concerns). Basic Information for Expedited Permit Renewals Permit Writer/Date Charles H. Weaver — 8/16/2010 Permit Number NC0087106 Facility Name Champion Hills WWTP Basin Name/Sub-basin number French Broad / 04-03-02 Receiving Stream An unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek Stream Classification in Permit C-Trout Does permit need Daily Max NH3 limits? No — already present Does permit need TRC limits/language? No — already resent Does permit have toxicity testing? No Does permit have Special Conditions? Yes — discharge only from November 1 to May 30 a„el Does permit have instream monitoring? No 4c • Cs-ec Is the stream impaired (on 303(d) list)? No of /5o : Se e Any obvious compliance concerns? No U hder '%t/ Any permit mods since lastpermit? None New expiration date 11/30/2015 Comments received on Draft Permit? Most Commonly Used Expedited Language: • 303(d) language for Draft/Final Cover Letters: "Please note that the receiving stream is listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina 303(d) Impaired Waters List. Addressing impaired waters is a high priority with the Division, and instream data will continue to be evaluated. If there is noncompliance with permitted effluent limits and stream impairment can be attributed to your facility, then mitigative measures may be required". • TRC language for Compliance Level for Cover Letters/Effluent Sheet Footnote: "The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including field certified. However, effluent values below 50 µg/l will be treated as zero for compliance purposes." { NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director September 1, 2010 Mr. Saeed Assadzandi I Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, N.C. 28739 Subject: Draft NPDES Permit NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP` Class WW-2 Henderson County Dear Mr. Assadzandi: Dee Freeman Secretary The Division has reviewed your request to renew the subject permit. Please review this draft carefully to ensure your thorough understanding of the information, conditions, and requirements,,it contains. The draft permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit: A revised total residual chlorine (TRC) compliance level has been added to outfall 001. ➢ The list of facility components has been updated. { With this notification, the Division will solicit public comment on this draft permit by publishing a notice in newspapers having circulation in the general Henderson County area, per EPA requirements. Please provide your comments, if any, to me no later than 30 days after receiving this draft permit. Following the 30-day public comment period, the Division will review all pertinent comments and take appropriate action prior to issuing a final permit. If you have questions concerning the draft, please contact me at the telephone number or elmail address listed at the bottom of this page. Sincerely; Charles H. Weaver, Jr. NPDES Unit cc: NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919 807-6391 / FAX 919 807-6495 / http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq charles.weaver@ncdenr.gov Nne orthCarolina �atur�llr� An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper i Permit NCO087106 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously: issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein. The Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.07 MGD wastewater treatment facility that includes the following components: • Influent bar screen Equalization tank Two aeration tanks Two clarifiers Clearwell Chlorine contact chamber Surge tank Sludge holding tank / • 700,000 gallon effluent holding pond `7 (� 1 ��� D This facility is located at the Champion Hills WWTP, off Hager a near Hendersonville in Henderson County. 2. Discharge treated effluent from November 1 to April 30 and intermittently throughout the remainder of the year when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. The facility discharges into an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek, a Class C-Trout water in the French Broad River Basin, at the location specified on the attached map. (The remaining months of the year the facility operates under non -discharge permit WQ004115) Permit NCO087106 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the 7 /�/•y� y/y� ///�`,ChaammpiiooTn Hills WWTP Hendersonville, North Carolina Henderson County to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek in subbasin 04- 03-02 of the French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof. The permit shall become effective This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on November 30, 2015. Signed this day Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit NCO087106 -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 from November 1 through April 301. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below: PARAMETER,, EFFLUENT -LIMITATIONS i.MONITORING REQUIREMENT5,,,,. °. [PCS CODE] ° Monthly Daily Measurement, ~° Sample` Sample Average Maximum Frequency Type Location Flow 0.07 MGD Continuous Recording Influent or Effluent [50050] BOD, 5-day, 200C 30.0 m /L 9 45.0 m /L 9 Weekly Composite Effluent [C0310} Total Suspended Solids 30.0 m /L 9 45.0 m /L 9 Weekly Composite Effluent [C0530] NH3 as N (May 1 — October 31) [C0610] 2.4 mg/L 12.0 mg/L 2/month Composite Effluent NH3 as N (November 1- April 30) [C0610] 8.0 mg/L 35.0 mg/L 2/month Composite Effluent Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Weekly Grab Effluent [31616] pH > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units Weekly Grab Effluent [00400] — — lved Oxygen soly Disso Daily average > 6.0 mg/L Weekly Grab Effluent Temperature Weekly Grab Effluent [00010] Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)4 28 Ng/L Weekly Grab Effluent [50060] Total Nitrogen NO2+NO3+TKN) Semi-annually Composite Effluent [C0600] Total Phosphorus Semi-annually Composite Effluent [C0665] Notes: s? 1. The facility may also discharge betwPan Mai, ]_anrl (irtnber 31 when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to yna pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. During summer months, the operator should note on the DMRs any conditions requiring a discharge of treated effluent. 2. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including field - certified]. Effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. NCO087106 - Champion Hills WWTP USGS Quad: Horse Shoe, N.C. Drainage Basin: French Broad Stream Class: C-Trout Sub -Basin: 04-03-02 Receiving Stream: UT South Fork Big Willow Creek q MCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary June 16, 2010 SAEED ASSADZANDI GENERAL MANAGER CHAMPION HILLS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION 1 HAGEN DRIVE HENDERSONVILLE NC 28739 Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application NPDES Permit NCO087.106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County Dear Mr. Assadzandi: The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on June 3, 2010. 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 Karen Rust at (919) 807-6400. Sincerely, Dina Sprinkle Point Source Branch cc: CENTRAL FILES d Aille Regioria'LOffie /Surface Water Protection NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919-807-6300 \ FAX: 919-807-6492 \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Intemdt: www.ncoiaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer f .:F'K1..K'F`os'.k,:l�fiv2�"�v' �x��ae..�y" C*s'✓z -b'� �`3�'^�"'" x , mllvn�� rs WATER OU ASHEVILLE F 2 1 .2010 At ITY SECTION June 1, 2010 Mrs. Dina Sprinkle NC DENR / DWQ / Point Source Branch 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Dear Mrs. Sprinkle, This letter is to request the renewal for the Waste Water Treatment Facility at Champion Hills, NPDES # NC0087106. • Accompanying this letter are the following documents: • NPDES Application • Letter concerning Sludge management and removal • Map. showing the location of outfall Should you need any additional information, please feel free to contact me at (828) 696-1962 or via email at sassadzandi ehampionhills.com. Sincerely, Saeed Assadzandi General Manager Champion Hills Club Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive I Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 1828.696.1962 1 championhills.com . IPDES APPLICATION - FORM s. For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD Mail the complete application to: N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 NPDES Permit CO087106 If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up — down arrows to move from one field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type. 1. Contact Information: Owner Name Facility Name Mailing Address City State / Zip Code Telephone Number Fax Number e-mail Address CHAMPION HILLS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION CHAMPION HILLS WWTP 1 HAGEN DRIVE C/O SAEED ASSADZANDI HENDERSONVILLE NORTH CAROLINA, 28739 (828) 696-1962 (828) 697-2097 sassadzandi@championhills.com 2. Location of facility producing discharge: Check here if same address as above Street Address or State Road City State / Zip Code County HENDERSON 3. Operator Information: Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC) Name JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MGT. INC. Mailing Address P.O. BOX 519 City MOUNTAIN HOME State / Zip Code NORTH CAROLINA, 28758 Telephone Number (828) 697-0063 Fax Number (828) 697-0065 , JUN m 3 2010 1 of 3 ®trans-vdw,g � _ _, A ., ��,,,��� pF'.�i�Fi Form-D 05/08 FPDES APPLICATION - FORM .. For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD 4. Description of wastewater: Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply): Industrial ❑ Number of Employees Commercial ® Number of Employees Clubhouse 35-40 Residential ® Number of Homes 308 School ❑ Number of Students/Staff Other ❑ Explain: Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers, restaurants, etc.): RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION & CLUBHOUSE FACILITIES Population served: 600 5. Type of collection system ® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer) 6. Outfall Information: Number of separate discharge points 1 Outfall Identification number(s) 001 Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes ® No 7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall): UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO SOUTH FORK BIG WILLOW IN THE FRENCH BROAD BASIN S. Frequency of Discharge: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent If intermittent: Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: _ 3. Describe the treatment system List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a separate sheet of paper. AN EXISTING 0.07 MGD PLANT WITH INFLUENT BAR SCREEN, EQUALIZATION TANK, TWO AERATION TANKS, TWO CLARIFIERS, CLEARWELL, CHLORINE CONTACT CHAMBER, SURGE TANK, SLUDGE HOLDING TANK, 700,000 GALLON EFFLUENT HOLDING POND 2 of 3 Form-D 05/08 IMES APPLICATION - FORM s. For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD 10. Flow Information: Treatment Plant Design flow 0.07 MGD Annual Average daily flow 0.026 MGD (for the previous 3 years) Maximum daily flow 0.049 MGD (for the previous 3 years) 11. Is this facility located on Indian country? ❑ Yes ® No 12. Effluent Data Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum. Parameter Daily Maximum Monthly Average Units of Measurement Number of Samples Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5) >38.5 17.7 MG/L 4 Fecal Coliform 8.0 2.8 #/ 100ML 4 Total Suspended Solids 15.7 11.8 MG/ L 4 Temperature (Summer) 21.0 20.0 C 7 Temperature (Winter) 10.0 5.7 C 6 pH 7.3 7.1 UNITS 4 13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications: Type Permit Number Type Hazardous Waste (RCRA) UIC (SDWA) NPDES NCO087106 PSD (CAA) Non -attainment program (CAA) 14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION NESHAPS (CAA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA) Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA) Other Permit Number WQ0004115 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. Saeed Assadzandi General Manager / COO Printed name of Person Signing Title Z // /do/ Signature of Applicant �_ -1) Date North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.) 3 of 3 Form-D 05/08 June 1, 2010 Mrs. Dina Sprinkle NC DENR / DWQ / Point Source Branch 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Dear Mrs. Sprinkle, Sludge generated during the wastewater treatment process at Champion Hills is pumped and removed by Mike's Septic Tank service and is permitted to be dumped at the Brevard Waste Treatment System and MSD. Please feel free to contact me at (828) 696-1962 or via email at sassadzandi@championhills.com with any questions, comments or concerns. Sincerely, Saeed Assadzandi General Manager Champion Hills Club Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive I Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 1828.696.1962 1 championhills.com . FA PFILE COPY NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION April 29, 2010 Mr. Lee J. Weber Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 SUBJECT: Compliance Sampling Inspection Champion Hills WWTP Permit No: NCO087106 Henderson County Dear Mr. Weber: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection conducted on April 15, 2010. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NC0087106. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4662. Sincerely, Wanda P. Frazier Environmental Specialist Enclosure cc: James and James Central Files sh ullle�^Fibe S:\SWP\Henderson\Wastewater\Minors\Champion Hills 87106\CE1.4-15-10.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 oo Carolina Phone: (828) 296-4500 \ FAX: 828 299-7043 \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 laturalill J Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org V" 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 IN[ 2 151 31 NCO087106 111 121 10/04/15 117 18I SI 19I SI 20U Remarks 21111I IIII IIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIII IIIIIIIILIII IIIIIII6 Inspection, Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA — —Reserved--- — 67I 1. 0 169 70131 711 I 72 I N I 73 LLJ 74 751 I I I I I I 180, Section B: Facility Data Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) Champion Hills WWTP 12:40 PM 10/04/15 06/03/01 Exit Time/Date , Permit Expiration Date Champion Hills WWTP Hendersonville NC 28739 01.20 PM 10/04/15 10/11/30 Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/ Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Lee J Weber,l Hagen Dr Hendersonville NC 28739//828-698-0418/ ContactedNo Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated) Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/ Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete. Page # 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1 3I NCO087106 I11 12I 10/04/15 I17 18ISI Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) PERMIT / INSPECTION / LOG: A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on 5-14-08 by Jim Reid. The permit expires on 11-30-2010. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder. The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events, process control and field testing data. TREATMENT UNITS / PROCESS CONTROL TESTING DATA: The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows: Temperature = 14.9 degrees Celsius pH = 7.1 units Dissolved Oxygen = 1.12 mg/I Settleable Solids = 300 ml/I = 30% EFFLUENT: The effluent data was as follows: Dissolved Oxygen = 3.4 mg/I pH = 7.2 units Temperature = 15.8 degrees Celsius Chlorine = <15 ug/I FLOW MEASUREMENT: The Isco Ultrasonic 3010 flow transmitter was last calibrated on 6-25-09. OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY: Ms. Juanita James, ORC contractor, assisted in the inspection. Effluent samples were collected on the day of the inspection. The following lab results indicated that the facility was in compliance with the permit limits. Page # 2 s Permit: NCO087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection. Date: 04/15/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling Lab Results:. BOD = 5.9 mg/I TSS = 7.8 mg/I Fecal coliform = 1 col/100 ml It appears that this facility is being properly operated and maintained. The effluent was clear and appeared to be in compliance with permit limits. SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT: The 2009 System Performance Annual Report was received by the Division on 3-1-10. Note: According to the Clean Water Act of 1999 (House Bill 1160), the legal requirement for submittal of the System Performance Annual Report is as follows: The owner or operator of any wastewater treatment works or wastewater collection systems that treats or collects primarily domestic or municipal waste, must provide an Annual Report to its users or customers and to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources that summarizes the treatment works' and collection system's performance over a 12 month period. Page # 3 Permit: NCO087106 Owner- Facility: Champion Hills VWVFP Inspection Date: 04/15/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ❑ ❑ ■ D Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ D D D # Are there any special conditions for the permit? ■ D D ❑ Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ D D D Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ D D D Comment: The facility has a conjunctive permit for an NPDES discharge and a Spray Irrigation non -Discharge. Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ D D D Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ fl 0 Judge, and other that are applicable? Comment: Bar Screens Yes No NA NE Type of bar screen a.Manual ■ b. Mechanical Are the bars adequately screening debris? ■ ❑ ❑ D Is the screen free of excessive debris? 0000 Is disposal of screening in compliance? ■ D D Q' Is the unit in good condition? ■ D D D Comment: :qualization Basins Yes No NA NE Is the basin aerated? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment? ■ D D D Is the basin free of excessive grease? ■ D D D Are all pumps present? ■ D D D Are all pumps operable? ■ D D D Are float controls operable? ■ D D D Are audible and visual alarms operable? ■ D D D # Is basin size/volume adequate? ■ D D D Comment: Page # 4 Permit: NCO087106 Owner -- Facility: Champion Hills VWVfP Inspection Date: '04/15/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE Mode of operation Ext. Air Type of aeration system Diffused Is the basin free of dead spots? ■ n n n Are surface aerators and mixers operational? C1 ❑ ■ 0 Are the diffusers operational? ■ 0 n Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? ■ ❑ El ❑ Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface? ■ ❑ ❑ 0 Is the DO level acceptable? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) ■ ❑ fl Comment: Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? ■ ❑ 11 Q Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? fl ❑ ■ -0 Are weirs level? ■ 0 0 Is the site free of weir blockage? ■ E] ❑ Q Is the site free of evidence -of short-circuiting? ■ '❑ C! ,0 ' Is scum removal adequate? ■ ❑ n ❑ Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? ■ n 0 Is the drive unit'operational? n n ■ n Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)? ■ ❑ 0 0 Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? ■ ❑ Cl 0 Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth) ■ n ❑ 0 Comment: Filtration (High Rate Tertiary) Yes No NA NE Type of operation: Is the filter media present? ■ I] ❑ 11 Is the filter surface free of clogging? ■ I] 110 Is the filter free of growth? ■ n n Q Is the air scour operational? Page # 5 Permit: NC0087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills VWVTP Inspection Date: 04/15/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling Filtration (High Rate Tertiary) Yes No NA NE, Is the scouring acceptable? ■ n n n 1s the clear well free of excessive solids and filter media? ■ n n n Comment: Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE Are tablet chlorinators operational? ■ n .n n Are the tablets the proper size and type? ■ ❑ n Number of tubes in use? 3 Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ■ n n n Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? ■ 0. n n Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? ■ ❑ ❑ Q Comment: �--�----�-- -Yes No NA NE Type of system ? Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)? Is storage appropriate for cylinders? # Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? Comment: Are the tablets the proper size and type? Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? Number of tubes in use? Comment: 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: ■nnn ■nnn 2 Page # 6 �N� 1nZVc County: HENDERSON River Basin FRB Report To AROSP Collector. W FRAZIER Region: ARO Sample Matrix: WASTEWATER Loc. Type: EFFLUENT Emergency Yes/No Visit]D COC Yes/No Sample ID: AB57242 +' pF.ArFiQ PO Number# Date Received: ARO 04/1512010 u' r Time Received: 16:10 � O C Labworks LoginlD KJIMISON Report Generated: 4/29/10 Date Reported: 04/29/2010 Loc. Descr.: CHAMPION HILLS WWTP Location ID: NCO087106 Collect Date: 04/15/2010 Collect Time: 12:55 Sample Depth CAS # Analyte Name PQL Result/ Units Method Analysis Validated by Qualifier Reference Date Others Sample temperature at receipt by lab 2.0 °C 4/15110 SMATHIS BOD, 5-Day in liquid 2 5.9 mg/L APHA5210B 4/16/10 CGREEN COliform, MF Fecal in liquid 1 1 B2 CFU/100ml APHA9222D-20th 4/15110 CGREEN Residue —Suspended in liquid 6.2 7.8 mg/L APHA2540D-20th All6/10 CGREEN Fa SFM FMAY— 4 2010 WATER QUALITY SECTION ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Laboratory Section>> 1623 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1623 (919) 733-3908 For a detailed description of the qualifier codes refer to www.dwqlab.org under Staff Access Page 1 of 1 a COUNTY _i4. ,Y RIVER BASIN: -4 r, f-' REPORT TO ASheVI Other COLLECTOR(S) : W,Fa�ndm Estimated BOD Range: 6 Seed: 4 %Q5 Station t//Locatioon Code i ` d { I0 OF WATER QUALTTY " Ch tryboratory Report / Water Quality �P E.SAMPLE TYPE MAY - 4 20 ` ,4� QA STREAM EFFLUENT Y Office WATER QUALITY C L CE 'to CHAIN OF CUSTODY SE ❑ LAKE ❑ INFLUENT ASHEVILLE REGIONAL ON cEN vLSlxm Fi ' ❑ ESTUARY y i u �k �lS Station Location: 1��LGm i�iO� /ter Ww�� Chlorinated: Remarks: . Date Pee. /mm/dd) Ib/D�f/ is Date d (yy/mm/dd) ID�a't�j.5 Time Begin Time End Depth - DM, DR, DBM Value Type - A, H, L BOD 310 mg/L COD High 340 mg1L COD Low 335 mg/L Coliform: MF Fec2131616 1100m1 Coliform: MF Total 32504 /1001111 Coliform: tube Fecal 31615 A00ml Coliform: Fecal Strap 31673 /100m1 Residue: Total 500 mg/L Volatile 505 mg/L F'aed 510 mg/L Residue: Suspended 530 mg/L Volatile 535 mg/L Fixed S40 mg/L H 403 units Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg/L Acidity to pH 83 435 mg/L Alkalinity to pH 83 415 mg/L Alkalinity to pH 45 410 mg/L TOC680 mg/L Turbidity 76 NTU Coliform Total Tube /100 ml COMMENTS: Chloride 940 mg/L Chlorophyll a EPA 445.0 modified option ug/L Color. True 80 t.u. Color. (pH) 83 PH. C.U. Color: pH 7.6 82 cu. Cyanide 720 mg/L Fluoride 951 mg/I, ` Formaldehyde71880 mg(L. Grease and Oils 556 mg/L Hardness Total900 mg/L Specifle Cond. 95 umhos/cm MBAS 38260 mg/L Phenols 32730 ag/L - Sulfate 945 mg/L Sulfide 745 mg/L Boron Tannin & Lignin ug/L He:avalent Chromium ug/L Bicarbonate mg/L Carbonate mg/L Total Dissolved Solids mg/L NH3 as N 610 mg/L TKN an.N 625 mg/L NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mg/L P: Total v P 665 mg/L PO4 as P-70507 mg/L P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/L K-Potassium mg/L Cd- Cadmium 1027 ug/L Cr-Chromium:Total1034 ug/L Cu- Copper 1042 ng/L Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/L Pb- Lead 1051 ug/L Za-Zinc 1092 ug/L V-Vauadium ug/L Ag- Silver 1077 ug/L Al- Aluminum 1105 ug/L Be- Beryllium 1012 ug/L.. Ca- Calcium 916 mg/L Co- Cobalt 1037 ug/L Fe- Iron 1045 ug/L Mo-Molybdenum ug/L. Sb•Antimony ug(L Sn-Tin ug/L Tl-Thallium ug/L TI-Titauium ug/L Hg-1631 ng/L Lab Number : rll r✓ — /!/' Date Received V. 1�-,149 Time Received : /� V Received By Data Released : Date Reported Composite-T, S, B Sample Type Li -Lithium 1132 ag/L Mg -Magnesium 927 mg/L Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/L Na- Sodium 929 mg/L Amemc:Total1002 ug/L Se- Selenium 1147 ug/L Hg- Mercury 71900 ug/L Ba-Barium ug/L Organochlorine Pesticides Organophosphoras Pesticides Organositrogen Pesticides Acid Herbicides Base/Neutral&Acid Extract. Organics TPH Diesel Range Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle req'd) TPH Gasoline Range TPH/BTEX Gasoline Range Phytoplankton Temperature on arrival M:�e February 26, 2010 System Performance Annual Report NCDENR-DWQ 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Re: 2010 Annual Report Champion Hills Property Owners Association Henderson County, NC Permit Nos. WQ0004115 W.' 87 0 • Gentlemen: In accordance with the state of North Carolina's requirements, we are pleased to attach three copies of our Wastewater System Annual Operating Performance Report for calendar year 2009. As indicated in this report, all property owners of Champion Hills Golf Community will be notified of the report's availability through the next issue of the community's monthly newsletter. The newsletter will state: The State of North Carolina requires all permittees for wastewater systems to make reports available to their users summarizing their systems' performance over the past twelve months. The purpose of this requirement is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in the system and its operators. In addition, the State requires all permittees to adopt and implement a sewer ordinance for all users of the system. The Champion Hills Sewer Ordinance was implemented on July 1, 1999 and is periodically updated as necessary. Both the Champion Hills' Performance Report for calendar year 2009 and the current Sewer Ordinance are now available from the Club office and can be obtained by e-mail request, stopping in or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive copies by mail. Please advise if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, Saeed Assadzandi General Manager, Champion Hills POA & Permit Holder Ccs. with attachment DENR-DWQ, Asheville 5� 4� Fa, g ..' .P'....:d •R. a9>.°fit. r �APR 16 2010 ii ATER QUALITY SECTION EVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Champion Hills Property Owners Associatioa2 1 Hagen Drive I Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 1 828.696.1 2,1 championhills com U Champion Bills Property Owners Association Year 2009 Wastewater System Annual Report Applicable Permits: WQ0004115 & NCO087106 The Champion Hills Wastewater System is sanctioned by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality (NCDENR-DWQ) and operates under Spray Irrigation System Permit WQ0004115 and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit NC0087106. These permits define the conditions under which the Champion Hills' Property Owners Association (POA) must operate the system and expose the POA to substantial fines if it does not comply. In 1999, the State of North Carolina passed legislation requiring all entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems to provide annual reports to their customers describing the systems and summarizing their performance over the past twelve month period. The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in their system and its operators. This report for calendar year 2009 has been prepared in compliance with that legislation. Description of System: The Champion Hills' Wastewater System consists of three sub -systems: a Collection System, a Treatment System and a Disposal System. The Collection and Treatment Systems are owned and operated by the Champion Hills POA. The Spray Irrigation Disposal System is owned and operated by the Champion Hills Club under a formal Agreement with the POA. The Collection System consists of approximately 62,500 linear feet of eight inch diameter PVC sewer lines, approximately 465 manholes, 8 lift stations and miscellaneous items such as controls, standby generators, force mains, telemetry, spare parts, etc. As its name implies, the collection system collects the wastewater from the community and transports it to the treatment plant for processing. The Treatment System is located on a 2.86-acre plot adjacent to the 16'h fairway. It consists of a treatment plant, two lift stations, a 700,000-gallon lined effluent holding pond, a building housing various types of equipment & controls, and a standby generator. The operation of this system is subcontracted to a state -licensed operator, James and James Environmental Management. Under the terms of the permit, the operator must visit the facility daily (excluding weekends and holidays) and properly manage and document daily operations, including all testing, reporting and other permit requirements. The treatment plant is the "heart" of the Treatment System. It has a current throughput capacity of 70,000 gallons of wastewater per day, but is expandable to 140,000gpd. Raw sewage (influent) enters the plant at the Equalization Basin through a 4-inch line from an influent lift station. The Equalization Basin first serves as the primary settling tank where heavy solids fall out and then parcels the flow uniformly into two 35,000-gpd process trains, each consisting of an Aeration tank where biological decomposition takes place followed by a Clarifier where solids settle out. From the Clarifier, the stabilized sewage flows through a Filter and finally to a Chlorination Basin. The treated water (effluent) leaves the Chlorination Basin by gravity, flows through a dechlorination device, and then to a lift station where, during warmer months, it is pumped to the 700,000 gallon membrane lined holding pond for eventual use in irrigating the golf course and, during colder months, is discharged directly to a nearby stream. 14 The warmer month Disposal System is essentially a portion of the golf course irrigation system. During these months, effluent is pumped from the holding pond by the club's state trained and licensed irrigation system operators and applied to the golf course through "selected" sprinklers that don't permit runoff to nearby streams. The effluent irrigates the grass and then either evaporates or filters through the soil before entering the ground water system and streams. Most wastewater systems do not have the ability to perform this final filtering operation and, consequently, must discharge directly to waterways. Champion Hills' residents can be proud of this environmentally responsible way to use its effluent. Unfortunately, the golf course application procedure does not work well during periods of extended wet weather when the ground is already saturated or during cold spells when the ground is frozen or covered with snow and/or ice. Recognizing the problems unique to our mountainous location during winter months, the State has granted us permission to discharge effluent to a nearby stream from November ls` through April 30th. Our effluent, of course, is all "treated household wastewater" and is of better quality than that which most municipalities and cities release directly to streams and rivers on a year round basis. We. have also been granted approval to extend this direct discharge privilege to cover those days during the months when the golf course is already saturated from rainfall. Under such conditions, further irrigation with effluent is not only detrimental to the golf course, but merely tends to run off into nearby streams anyway. As you know, Champion Hills is an environmentally sensitive and a responsible community. Our residents take great pride in the natural beauty of our surroundings and have charged the POA and Club with the responsibility of protecting it. One of the less visible aspects of this effort is our first class wastewater system. The developer provided us a good system. However, since taking it over in 1996, the Champion Hills POA has spent considerable funds to improve it and will continue to do so in the future. Aside from just replacing worn equipment, we have installed an aerated surge tank, additional sludge digesting capacity, replaced the plant's diesel fired standby generator (including its on -site diesel storage) with a continuously fed natural gas unit, telemetry at all of our lift stations, natural gas run standby generators at four additional lift stations (now giving us 10 out of 10 stations with emergency power) and a 10 ft wide reinforced concrete road leading to the treatment plant as well an influent "Bar Screen" to catch debris that could clog our plant pumps. This is where your quarterly payments to the Wastewater Capital Fund are being used. Our goal is to have and to operate an environmentally sound wastewater system consistent with the high standards of our community. During 2009, North Carolina's Department of Water Quality (DWQ) inspected both our Treatment and Collection Systems. We are pleased to advise that both systems were found in compliance with our permits and the inspectors were complimentary of our efforts. Operating Problems and Permit Violations during 2009: Operationally, 2009 was a good year. No major repairs to our systems were required. Fortunately we did not have any raw sewage spills but did receive a Notice of Violation (NOV) of our Permits. The Treatment Plant permit violation was not major, but was a violation none -the -less. During the month of May we exceeded the daily average allowed for Total Suspended Solids in the effluent by 3% and the monthly average by 28.50%. We believe we have an excellent wastewater operations team between James & James running the daily operations of the treatment plant and our own Chuck Miller, Director of Grounds and Maintenance, overseeing their work and managing maintenance/repairs of the collection and system. Although we did experience a permit violation during this past year, our team acted upon it promptly. The Champion Hills' POA is committed to preserving the natural beauty of the Champion Hills Community and wastewater management is an important aspect of this effort. To this end, the POA Board of Directors has always been very supportive of our recommendations for repairs, replacements and improvements. Notification and Certification: All Champion Hills' Property Owners and Club Members will be notified via the next issue of the Champion Hills' monthly publication "Echoes" that this report is available through the Champion Hills Club Administration Office by either requesting a copy by e-mail, stopping at the office to pick one up or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive one by mail. I certify that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Any questions pertaining to it should be directed to me at the address or telephone number listed below. Saeed Assadzandi, General Manager and Permit Holder Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 (828) 696-1962 E-mail: clubhouse@championhills.com Issue Date: February 16, 2010 MCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director October 20, 2009 CERTIFIED MAIL. RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7007 1490 0004 0713 8816 Mr. Saeed Assadzandi, General Manager Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 -ILE ccry Resources 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 NCO087106 Champion Hills Property Owners Association Champion Hills WWTP Case No. LM-2009-0045 Henderson County Dear Mr. Assadzandi: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $317.00 ($250.00 civil penalty + $67.00 enforcement costs) against Champion Hills Property Owners Association. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Champion Hills Property Owners Association for the month of June 2009. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0087106. The violations which occurred in June 2009 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Champion Hills Property Owners Association violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO087106 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143- 215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Champion Hills Property Owners Association: C____aURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 0Phone: (828) 296-4500\FAX: 828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterouality.org NorthCarolina Nat"Idy I of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215. 1 (a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0087106, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for NH3-N - Cone. $00.00 0 of the 13 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0087106, for failing to monitor Continuous Flow. $00.00 0 of the 9 violations -of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0087106, for failing to have an Operator on site. $250.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $317.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 14313- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying'or failing to comply with programs over which the Enviromnental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 .MU7 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. Be.,"�.,,e a remission request forecloses the c y-on of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 143B-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a. complete and thorough statement in support of you' request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The 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 m—.....g address and telephone and fax num.. for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919) 431-3000 Fax: (919) 431-3100 One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, 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, -lGrLr Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w attac ents DWQ Central Files w/ attachments Bob Guerra/ DWQ Enforcement Files w/ attachments James & James Environmental/ ORC w/ attachments G:lbifpUATF�i�)[� +Ij.VC'.tii-€�rt��rscnln i' 1 Qri Gi�am�;io_n_Hil[s ;liejl-�Gt741004�.8.� i G�._cicc JUS'n FICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LM-2009-0045 County: Henderson Assessed Party: Champion hills Property Owners Association Permit No.: NCO087106 Amount Assessed: $317.00 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. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i, e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLI,,,i DEPARTN,1 .IT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF HENDERSON IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS CHAMPION HILLS PROPERTY OWNERS ) ASSOCIATION ) PERMIT NO. NCO087106 ) FILE NO. LM-2009-0045 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $317.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated October 20, 2009, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE 20 ATTACHMENT A Champion Hills Property Owners Association CASE NUMBER: LM-2009-0045 PERMIT: NCO087106 FACILITY: Champion Hills WWTP COUNTY: Henderson 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 6-2009 001 Effluent NH3-N - Conc 06/30/09 2 X month mg/I 2.4 3.09 28.83 Monthly Average Exceeded Monitorinea Violations MONITORING OUTFALL/ VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED % OVER PENALTY REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/04/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/05/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/06/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/07/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/08/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/09/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/10/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/11/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/26/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/27/06 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/28/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/29/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation $.00 6-2009 001 Effluent FLOW 06/30/09 Continuous mgd Frequency Violation ATTACHMENT A Champion Hills Property Owners Association CASE NUMBER: LM-2009-0045 Other Violations PENALTY MONITORING REPORT AREA DESCRIPTION VIOLATION DATE VIOLATION TYPE .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/04/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/05/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No. operator on site. 06/08/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/09/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/10/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/11/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/26/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/29/09 ORC Violation .00 6-2009 tion & Maintenance Require No operator on site. 06/30/09 ORC Violation � DPE2H-�pn/ DIVISION OF WA r A QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSjoaMENT (FILE) Violator: Champion Hills Property Owners Association/ NCO087106 County: Henderson Case Number: LM-2009-0045 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. 2) The duration and gravity of the violation; The Monthly Average Ammonia.exceeded permit limits by 28.83 %. Continuous flow was not monitored for thirteen days. "Operator in Responsible Charge " was not on site for nine days (in the month of June 2009) of the required five days visitation per wee to 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. 4) The cost of rectifying the damage; The cost is unknown. 5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; The amount is unknown. 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 previous enforcements. 8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. $67.00. ate R ger . Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office r Permit Enforcement History Permit: NC0087106 Facility: Champion Hills VWVfP Owner: Champion Hills Property Owners Association Region: Asheville County: Henderson Penalty Remission Enforcement Collection Has Assessment Penalty Enforcement Request Conference EMC Memo Sent Payment Case Number Approved Amount Costs Damages Received Held Hearing Held to AGO Total Paid Balance Due Plan Case Closed LM-2009-0045 10/19/09 $250.00 $67.00 317.00 No Total Cases: 1 $250.00 $67.00 $317.00 Total Penalties: $317.00 Total Penalties after remission(s): $317.00 b January 5, 2009 System Performance Annual Report NCDENR-DWQ 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Re: 2008 Annual Report Champion Hills Property Owners Association Henderson County, NC Permit Nos. WQ0004115 & NCO087106 Gentlemen: it �r 6ATER QUALITY SECTION ASHEVILLE-REGIONALOFFICE In accordance with the state of North Carolina's requirements, we are pleased to attach three copies of our Wastewater System Annual Operating Performance Report for calendar year 2008. As indicated in this report, all property owners of Champion Hills Golf Community will be notified of the report's availability through the next issue of the community's monthly newsletter. The newsletter will state: The State of North Carolina requires all permittees for wastewater systems to make reports available to their users summarizing their systems' performance over the past twelve months. The purpose of this requirement is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in the system and its operators. In addition, the State requires all permittees to adopt and implement a sewer ordinance for all users of the system. The Champion Hills Sewer Ordinance was implemented on July 1, 1999 and is periodically updated as necessary. Both the Champion Hills' Performance Report for calendar year 2008 and the current Sewer Ordinance are now available from the Club office and can be obtained by e-mail request, stopping in or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive copies by mail. Please advise if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, Saeed Assadzandi General Manager, Champion Hills POA & Permit Holder Ccs. with attachment DENR-DWQ, Asheville Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive I Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 1828.696.1962 1 championhills.com Champion Hills Property Owners Association Year 2008 Wastewater System Annual Report Applicable Permits: WQ0004115 & NCO087106 The Champion, Hills Wastewater System is sanctioned by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality (NCDENR-DWQ) and operates under Spray Irrigation System Permit WQ0004115 and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit NC0087106. These permits define the conditions under which the Champion Hills' Property Owners Association (POA) must operate the system and expose the POA to substantial fines if it does not comply. In 1999, the State of North Carolina passed legislation requiring all entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems to. provide annual reports to their customers describing the systems and summarizing their performance over the past twelve month period. The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in their system and its operators. This report for calendar year 2008 has been prepared in compliance with that legislation. Description of System: The Champion Hills' Wastewater System consists of three. sub -systems: a Collection System, a Treatment System and a Disposal System. The Collection and Treatment Systems are owned and operated by the Champion. Hills POA. The Spray Irrigation Disposal System is owned and operated by the Champion Hills Club under a formal Agreement with the POA. The Collection System consists of approximately 62,500 linear feet of eight inch diameter PVC sewer lines, approximately 465 manholes, 8 lift stations and miscellaneous items such as controls, standby generators, force mains, telemetry, spare parts, etc. As its name implies, the collection system collects the wastewater from the community and transports it to the treatment plant for processing. The Treatment System is located on a 2.86-acre plot adjacent to the 16t' fairway. It consists of a treatment plant, two lift stations, a 700,000-gallon lined effluent holding pond, a building housing various types of equipment & controls, and a standby generator. The operation of this system is subcontracted to a state -licensed operator, James and James Environmental Management. Under the terms of the permit, the operator must visit the facility daily (excluding weekends and holidays) and properly manage and document daily operations, including all testing, reporting and other permit requirements. The treatment plant is the "heart" of the Treatment System. It has a current throughput capacity of 70,000 gallons of wastewater per day, but is expandable to 140,000gpd. Raw sewage (influent) enters the plant at the Equalization Basin through a 4-inch line from an influent lift station. The Equalization Basin first serves as the primary settling tank where heavy solids fall out and then parcels the flow uniformly into two 35,000-gpd process trains, each consisting of an Aeration tank where biological decomposition takes place followed by a Clarifierwhere solids settle out. From the Clarifier, the stabilized sewage flows through a Filter and finally to a Chlorination Basin. The treated water (effluent) leaves the Chlorination Basin by, gravity, flows through a dechlorination device, and then to a liftstation where, during warmer months, it is pumped to the 700,000 gallon membrane lined holding pond for eventual use in irrigating the golf course and, during colder months, is discharged directly to a nearby stream. The warmer month Disposal System is essentially a portion of the golf course irrigation system. During these months, effluent is pumped from the holding pond by the club's state trained and licensed irrigation system operators and applied to the golf course through "selected" sprinklers that don't permit runoff to nearby streams. The effluent irrigates the grass and then either evaporates or filters through the soil before entering the ground water system and streams. Most wastewater systems do not have the ability to perform this final filtering operation. and, consequently, must discharge directly to waterways. Champion Hills' residents can be proud of this environmentally responsible way to use its effluent. Unfortunately, the golf course application procedure does not work well during periods of extended wet weather when the ground is already saturated or during cold spells when the ground is frozen or covered with snow and/or ice. Recognizing -the problems unique to our mountainous location during winter months, the State has granted us permission to discharge effluent to a nearby stream from November 1st through April 30th. Our effluent, of course, is all "treated household wastewater" and is of better quality than that which most municipalities and cities release directly to streams and rivers on a year round basis. We have recently also been granted approval to extend this direct discharge privilege to cover those days during summer months when the golf course is already saturated from rainfall. Under such conditions, further irrigation with effluent is not only detrimental to the golf course, but merely tends to run off into nearby streams anyway. As you know, Champion Hills is an environmentally sensitive community. Our residents take great pride in the natural beauty of our surroundings and have charged the POA and Club with the responsibility of protecting it. One of the less visible aspects of this effort is our first class wastewater system. The developer provided us a good system. However, since taking it over in 1996, the Champion Hills POA has spent considerable funds to improve it and will continue to do so in the future. Aside from just replacing worn equipment, we have installed an aerated surge tank, additional sludge digesting capacity, replaced the plant's diesel fired standby; generator (including its on -site diesel storage) with a continuously fed natural gas unit, telemetry at all of our lift stations, natural gas run standby generators at five additional lift stations (now giving us 8 out of 10 stations with emergency power) and a 10 ft wide reinforced concrete road leading to the treatment plant. We have budgeted two additional standby generators for 2009, which will give us emergency power at all, 1.0 lift stations. (Until they are installed we have a portable generator with "quick connection devices" to use.) This is where your quarterly payments to the Wastewater Capital Fund are, being used. Our goal is to have and to operate an environmentally sound wastewater system consistent with the high standards of our community. During 2008, North Carolina's Department of Water Quality (DWQ) inspected both our Treatment and Collection Systems. We are pleased to advise that both systems were found in compliance with our permits and the inspectors were complimentary of our efforts. 2 Operating Problems and Permit Violations during 2008: Operationally, 2008 was a good year. No major repairs to our systems were required. Fortunately we did not have any raw sewage spills but did receive a Notice of Violation (NOV) of our Permits. The Treatment Plant permit violation was not major, but was a violation none -the -less. During the month of May we exceeded the daily average allowed for Total Suspended Solids in the effluent by 3% and the monthly average by 28.50%. We believe we have .an excellent wastewater operations team between James & James running the daily operations of the treatment plant and our own Chuck Miller, Director of Grounds and Maintenance, overseeing their work and managing maintenance/repairs: of the collection system. Although we did experience a permit violation during this past year, it was acted upon promptly by our team. The Champion Hills' POA is committed to preserving the natural beauty of the Champion Hills Community and wastewater management is an important aspect of this effort. To this end, the POA Board of Directors has always been very supportive of our recommendations for repairs, replacements and improvements. Notification and Certification: All Champion Hills' Property Owners and Club Members will be notified via the next issue of the Champion Hills' monthly publication "Echoes" that this report is available through the Champion Hills Club Administration Office by either requesting a copy by e-mail; stopping at the office to pick one up or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-1962 to receive one by mail. I certify that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Any questions pertaining to it should be directed to me at the address or telephone number listed -below. Saeed.Assadzandi, General Manager and Permit Holder Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 (828)696-1962 E-mail:clubhouse@championhills.com Issue Date: January 5, 2009 Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross Jr., Secretary FILEC 0Pt Carolina Departments, ltiironment and Natural Resources Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION May 30, 2008 Mr. Lee J Weber Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Champion Hills WWTP Permit No: NCO087106 Henderson County Dear Mr. Weber: Enclosed is the Compliance Evaluation Report of the inspection conducted on May 14, 2008 by staff of the Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NC0087106. Please refer to the enclosed report for additional observations and. comments. If there are questions, call the writer at 828-296-4651. Sincerely, James R Reid Environmental Engineer Enclosure cc: Danielle Ann Hunter, ORC Central iiii[kiqmm Zk% 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: (828) 296-4500 Fax: (828) 299-7043 Customer Service 1 877 623-6748 o e NCarolina Agtumlly United States Environmental Protection Agency Washington, D.C. 20460 EPA EPA Form Approved. 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 ICI 31 NCO087106 Ill 121 08/o5/14 I J 117 18 CI 191 G' 201LJ U J Remarks. 21LIIIIIII if-if IIII111_IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA---- —---- ------------Reserved--______�________ 67I 169 70u I � 71 IU 72I N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180 l _J—I Section B: Facility Data Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include POTW name and NPDES permit Number) EntryTime/Date Permit Effective Date Champion Hills WWTP 02:30 PM 08/05/14 06/03/01 Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Champion Hills WWTP Hendersonville NC 28739 02:50 PM 08/05/14 10/11/30 Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)Mtles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/ Name, Address of Responsible OfficiallTitle/Phone and Fax Number Lee J Weber,l Hagen or Hendersonville NC 28739//828-698-0418/ Contacted No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated) Permit ® Flow Measurement . ® Operations & Maintenance N Self -Monitoring Program Facility Site Review ■ Effluent/Receiving Waters Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists, as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) ' Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date James R Reid ARO.WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4651/ Signature.of Management Q A Re fewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date V u EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete. Page # 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1 3I NCO087106 I11 12I 08/05/14 I17 18ICI Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) Treatment plant was exceptionally clean and neat. Effluent from plant was clear and colorless. All flow from the package plant was used for irrigation; the effluent holding pond had several feet of freeboard. Andy Zema was no longer employeed by Champion Hills; Chuck Miller had filled the position vacated by Mr. Zima. Page # 1 2 Permit: NCO087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills VWVfP Inspection Date: 05/14/2008 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: 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: n Page # 3 1� V MAR 1 0 2008 CHWPION HftlS PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION, INC. VVA_1 EF, OLP,Ll ASH-1 LE February 2-8, 2008' System Performance Annual Report NCDENR-DWQ, 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 -Re: 2007 Annual Report Champion Hills Property Owners Association Henderson ,County, NC Permit Nos. WQ0004115 & NCO087106 Gentlemen: MAR - 3 2008 DENR WATER QUALITY POINT SOURCE BRANCH In accordance with. the state of North Carolina's requirements, we are pleased -to attach three copies of our Wastewater System, Annual Operating Performance Report for calendar year 2007.. As indicated in this report, all property owners of Champion Hills Golf Community will be - notified of the report's availability through the next issue of the community's monthly newsletter. The newsletter will- state: The State:'of North Carolina requires all permittees for wastewater systems to make reports available to their users summarizing their systems' performance Over the past twelve months. The purpose of this requirement is to provide- a' mechanism for user . oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in the system -and itsoperators. In addition, the State requires all permittees to adopt and implement a sewer, ordinance for all users of"the 'system. The Champion Hills Sewer Ordinance was implemented on July 1, 1999 and is -periodically updated as necessary. ry. Both the Champion Hills' Performance Report for calendar year 2007 and the, current Sewer Ordinance are'now available from the Club office and can be obtained by email request, stopping in or by calling Jessica at (828) 69.6-19,62 to receive copies by mail.. -Please advise if you have any questions or comments. Sincerely, Lee J. Weber Chairman, Champion Hills WWS Committee Ccs. with attachment DENR-DWQ, Asheville 1 HAGEN DRIVE / HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739-8964 / (828) 6964962 / FAX (828) 6962097 E-MAIL - clubhouse@championhflls'..com Champion Hills Property Owners Association Year 2007 Wastewater Svstem Annual Report Applicable Permits: WQ0004115 & NCO087106 The Champion Hills Wastewater System is sanctioned by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality (NCDENR-DWQ) and operates under Spray Irrigation System Permit WQ0004115:and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit NC0087106. These permits define the conditions under which the Champion Hills' Property Owners Association (POA) must operate the system and expose the POA to substantial fines if it does not comply. In 1999, the State of North Carolina passed legislation requiring all entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems to provide annual reports to their customers describing the systems and summarizing their performance over the past twelve month period. The purpose of this legislation is to provide a mechanism for user oversight and, hopefully, instill confidence in their system and its operators. This report for calendar year 2007 has been prepared in compliance with that legislation. Description of System: The Champion Hills' Wastewater System consists of three sub -systems: a Collection System, a Treatment System and a Disposal System. The Collection and Treatment Systems are owned and operated by the Champion Hills POA. The Spray Irrigation Disposal System is owned and operated by the Champion Hills Club under a formal Agreement with the POA. The Collection System consists of approximately 62,500 linear feet of eight inch diameter PVC sewer lines, approximately 465 manholes, 8 lift stations and miscellaneous items such as controls, standby generators, force mains, telemetry, spare parts, etc. As its name implies, the collection system collects the wastewater from the community and transports it to the treatment plant for processing. The Treatment System is located on a 2.86 acre plot adjacent to the 16th fairway. It consists of a treatment plant, two lift stations, a 700,000 gallon lined effluent holding pond, a building housing various types of equipment & controls, and a standby generator -The operation of this system is subcontracted to a state -licensed operator, James and James Environmental Management. Under the terms of the permit, the operator must visit the facility daily (excluding weekends and holidays) and properly manage and document daily operations, including all testing, reporting and other permit requirements. The treatment plant is the heartof the Treatment System. It has a current throughput capacity of 70,000 gallons of wastewater per day, but is expandable to 140,000gp4. Raw sewage (influent) enters the plant at the Equalization Basin through a 4 inch line from an influent lift station. The Equalization Basin first serves as the primary settling tank where heavy solids fall out and then parcels the flow uniformly into two 35,000 gpd process trains, each consisting of an Aeration tank where biological decomposition takes place followed by a Clarifier where solids settle out. From the Clarifier, the stabilized sewage flows through a Filter and finally to a Chlorination Basin. The treated water (effluent) leaves the Chlorination Basin by gravity, flows through a dechlorination device, and then to a lift station where, during warmer months, it is pumped to the 700,000 gallon membrane lined holding pond for eventual use in irrigating the golf course and, during colder months, is discharged directly to a nearby stream. The warmer month Disposal System is essentially a portion of the golf course irrigation system. During these months, effluent is pumped from the holding pond by the club's state trained and licensed irrigation system operators and applied to the golf course through "selected" sprinklers that don't permit runoff to nearby streams. The effluent irrigates the grass and then either evaporates or filters through the soil before entering the ground water system and streams. Most wastewater systems do not have the ability to perform this final filtering operation and, consequently, must discharge directly to waterways. Champion Hills' residents can be proud of this environmentally responsible way to use its effluent. Unfortunately, the golf course application procedure does not work well during periods of extended wet weather when the ground is already saturated or during cold spells when the ground is frozen or covered with snow and/or ice. Recognizing the problems unique to our mountainous location during winter months, the State has granted us permission to discharge effluent to a nearby stream from November V through April 30th. Our effluent, of course, is all "treated household wastewater" and is of better quality than that which most municipalities and cities release directly to streams and rivers on a year round basis. We have recently also been granted approval to extend this direct discharge privilege to cover those days during summer months when the golf course is already saturated from rainfall. Under such conditions, further irrigation with effluent is not only detrimental to the golf course, but merely tends to run off into nearby streams anyway. As you know, Champion Hills is an environmentally sensitive community.. Our residents take great pride in the natural beauty of our surroundings and have charged the POA and Club with the responsibility of protecting it. One of the less visible aspects of this effort is our first class wastewater system. The developer provided us a good system. However, since taking it over in 1996, the Champion Hills POA has spent considerable funds to improve it and will continue to do so in the future. Aside from just replacing worn equipment, we have installed an aerated surge tank, additional sludge digesting capacity, replaced the plant's diesel fired standby generator (including its on -site diesel storage) with a continuously fed natural gas unit, telemetry at all of our lift stations, natural gas run standby generators at three additional lift stations (now giving us 6 out of 10 stations with emergency power) and a 10 ft wide reinforced concrete road leading to the treatment plant. We are currently considering equipping two additional lift stations with standby generators (we have a portable generator with "quick connection devices" to use at lift stations without generators). This is where your quarterly payments to the Wastewater Capital Fund are being used. Our goal is to have and to operate an environmentally sound wastewater system consistent with the high standards of our community. During 2007, North Carolina's Department of Water Quality (DWQ) inspected both our Treatment and Collection Systems. We are, pleased to advise that both systems were found in compliance with our permits and the inspectors were complimentary of our efforts. Andy Zima, Champion Hills' Maintenance Manager whose responsibilities included looking after our wastewater systems, resigned this -past December to pursue other interests. Andy was a hard worker and will certainly be missed. However, we have now re -organized this responsibility under Chuck Miller, our Director of Grounds and Maintenance. Chuck, as most of you know, is hard working, conscientious and a long time manager with the POA. Chuck has undertaken this effort enthusiastically and we believe that by combining his management experience and skills with the procedures already set in place by Andy, our systems and operations will only get better. Operatim Problems and Permit Violations during 2007: Operationally, 2007 was a good year. No major repairs to our systems were required. Regrettably, however, we did have one raw sewage spill and received three Notices of Violation (NOV's) of our Permits. The spill occurred on July 3rd at a manhole near the Main Entrance Lift Station No. 3. We estimate that approximately 600 gallons of sewage spilled, of which possibly 400 gallons reached a drainage ditch which eventually lead to a stream. A lightning strike to the lift station control panel during the night cut off power to the station and damaged its telemetry. Because the pumps did not work, sewage backed up in the sewer mains until it spilled out a manhole. The problem went unnoticed for several hours because the telemetry did not function. Once discovered, the lift station was repaired and put back on line within two hours. As required, the spill was reported to DWQ. The three Treatment Plant permit violations were not major, but were violations of our permits none -the -less. The first two resulted from strong ammonia concentrations entering the plant. We have not yet been able to determine where the ammonia came from, but will continue to try. Our operator did take quick action to try to neutralize it but was unable to prevent the violations from occurring. The third violation was for high Turbidity. This occurred when a sludge return line became clogged with pine needles. Again, the operator took prompt corrective action after the problem was determined. These permit violations are summarized below: 1. In July we exceeded the monthly average allowed for Ammonia Nitrogen by 17.5%.- 2. In August we exceeded the monthly average allowed for Ammonia Nitrogen by 12.5%. 3. In August we exceeded the Turbidity limits on three different occasions (53%, 43% & 13% respectively). We believe we have an excellent wastewater operations team between James & James running the treatment plant and our own Chuck Miller managing maintenance and repairs of the collection system. Although we did experience a few problems and permit violations during the past year, all were acted upon promptly by our team. The Champion Hills' POA is committed to preserving the natural beauty of the Champion Hills Community and wastewater management is an important aspect of this effort. To this end, the POA Board of Directors has always been very supportive of the recommendations by this Committee. Notification and Certification: All Champion Hills' Property Owners and Club Members will be notified via the March issue of the Champion Hills' monthly publication `Echoes" that this report is available through the Champion Hills Club Administration Office by either requesting a copy by e-mail, stopping at the office to pick one up or by calling Jessica at (828) 696-.1962 to receive one by mail. I certify that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Any questions pertaining to it should be directed to me at the address or telephone number listed below. Lee J eber, Chairman Champion Hills WWS Committee 4 Barnes Court Hendersonville, NC 28739 (828) 698-0418 e-mail: leetiveberotybellsouth.net Issue Date: February 28, 2008 CHAMPION HILLS SEWER ORDINANCE The Champion Hills Property Owners Association (POA) is responsible for the Wastewater System serving the community. The overall system includes a Collection System consisting of about 12 miles of sewer lines, 468 manholes and 8 lift stations; and a Treatment System consisting of a 70,000 GPD treatment plant, 2 lift stations and a 700,000 gal. effluent holding pond. During warmer months when conditions permit, effluent (i.e. treated wastewater) is disposed of by the Champion Hills Club, which applies it to the golf course through the Club sprinkler system. The POA has a formal agreement with the Club requiring the Club to accept and apply the water. During colder months, the POA has a permit to discharge effluent directly to a local stream. The POA charges a flat monthly fee per dwelling to use the system. This residential Usage Fee (currently $25.00 per month) is used to cover the system's annual operating costs. The Usage Fee commences when a water meter is first installed at a dwelling and is billed continuously thereafter to the owner of record. In addition to the Usage Fee, the POA charges a Capital Reserve Fee to cover equipment replacement and system improvements. This fee (currently $5.00 per month) is payable by all property owners for each lot owned. Both fees are payable in advance and are billed quarterly along with the POA Master Assessment. In addition to the monthly Usage and Capital Reserve fees indicated above, the POA charges a one time sewer "Tap -on" fee for each new dwelling, payable by the owner at the time a construction permit is issued. This fee is currently $2,000, but can be changed at the discretion of the POA Board. A portion of the fee ($1,500) is used to provide a reserve for possible future treatment plant expansion with the remainder ($500) going to Capital Reserve to help defray costs for pump damage caused by construction debris. The POA Board also has the authority to impose additional assessments on all users or property owners to cover extraordinary operation costs, facility expansion and/or system improvements if the reserves are not sufficient. Property owners, through their contractors, are responsible for tying into the POA's sewer system when constructing new houses. However, all such tie-ins must be coordinated with the POA and performed by a contractor acceptable to the POA. Where practical, tie-ins are to be made to stub ends already provided for that purpose. Any tie-in made directly to a sewer main or manhole, rather than a stub end, must first be approved by the POA. All tie-ins must be inspected by a POA representative prior to back filling. Such tie-ins not inspected may be subject to uncovering for viewing and approving at owner/contractor's expense. The POA's obligation for sewer maintenance commences at the connection where a private line ties into the POA's 8 inch diameter sewer main, manhole or force -main. Private lines (including private force -mains with associated back flow check valves), clean -outs and private lift stations are the responsibility of residential property owners. The POA reserves the right to temporarily cut off sewer services with or without notice in the event of emergencies. The POA also reserves the right to access users' easements and/or property, if necessary, to inspect, maintain or repair the sewer system. In such cases, property owners will be notified in advance if circumstances permit. The POA shall not be liable for any damage to the property of users unless the damage is due to the sole negligence of the POA. The sewer system is designed for domestic wastewater only. It is unlawful to tie drainage systems, such as gutters, floor drains or storm sewers into the wastewater system. It is also 02/24/08 unlawful to dispose into the system, toxic, flammable, and other products harmful to the environment or the wastewater treatment process, such as chemicals, paints, paint thinners, solvents, oils, grease, antifreeze, petroleum products, etc. Violators may be reported to the appropriate governmental authorities. Also, it is harmful to the system and violates POA regulations to dispose of solid materials, such as diapers, feminine hygiene products, cleaning rags, rubber gloves, plastic bags, or other such objects of plastic, glass, cloth, rubber, wood, stone or metallic materials. It is unlawful for any person to maliciously, willfully, or negligently break, damage, destroy, uncover or tamper with any part or portion of the POA's sewage system. Any person violating this provision may be subject to arrest and prosecution. It is the duty of all residents to report such acts of which they become aware. All new homes and other facilities with conveniences must be connected to the POA's sewer system unless otherwise approved by the POA Board and then authorized by the appropriate governmental authority. Homes and other facilities in the community currently connected to septic systems may remain on such systems unless required by a governmental agency to connect to the POA system. Should this occur or should the owner elect to tie-in to the POA's system for any other reason, all costs associated with the tie-in, plus the "tap -on" fee, are payable by the owner. The POA's goal is to provide its members with a reliable, efficient and environmentally responsible sewage service at reasonable cost, all within the confines of its Permits. To meet this goal, the POA needs the help of its members in the following areas: Under the conditions of the POA's Permits, all sewage spills must be corrected immediately and recorded. Spills of a certain size and/or type must be reported to the State. All spills are harmful to the environment and well being of the Community and can expose the POA to substantial fines if not handled properly. Residents are asked to immediately report any spill to the POA's Security force, Champion Hills' Golf Course Superintendent, Champion Hills' General Manager or its Director of Grounds Maintenance, or any member of the Wastewater System Committee. One of the largest and more difficult problems of any sewage collection system is preventing storm run-off and/or ground water from infiltrating the system.. Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) not only consumes valuable Plant capacity, but under storm conditions, may cause surges that upset the treatment process and/or result in spills; both of which are harmful to the environment and expose the POA to fines for violating its Permit. Residents noting such problems as broken risers, risers without caps, open manholes, submerged manholes, shifted or damaged manholes, exposed or damaged sewer mains, etc are asked to report them immediately. The POA reserves the right to revise this Ordinance at any time. The Wastewater System Committee is responsible for making the revisions and for making the revised document available upon request, to all Property Owners through the Club's administrative office. The Fees indicated here in, however, are subject to change by the POA's Board without necessitating a revision to the Ordinance. The Wastewater System Committee Champion Hills Property Owners Association 02/24/08 W H r- Michael F. Easley, Governor C�0 RQ _. William G. Ross Jr., Secretary \� North Carolina Departme 'Environment and Natural Resources Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director Division of Water Quality O 'C Asheville Regional Office SURFACE WATER PROTECTION August 2,,2006 Mr. Lee Weber Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, N.C. 28.739 SUBJECT: August 1, 2006 Technical Assistance Inspection Champion Hills WWTP Permit No: NCO087106 Henderson County Dear Mr. Weber Enclosed please find a copy of the Technical Assistance Inspection form from the inspection conducted on August 1, 2006. The Technical Assistance Inspection was conducted by Don Price of the Asheville Regional Office. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NC0087106. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, 66-t, P,-. Don Price WWTP Consultant Enclosure cc: Harry James, ORC Andy Zima, Champion Hills Maintenance Central Files / *s evAllegRegio�r.� fie x / NonLCarolina Naftzrallil 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: (828) 296-4500 Fax: (828) 299-7043 Customer Service 1 877 623-6748 United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. Washington, D.C. 20460 EPA f�/� 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 FacType 1 I NI 2 15j 31 NC0087106 111 121 06/08/02 117 181 DI 191 gI 20II Remarks 211111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111I6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ---- ------ —------------- Reserved--------------- 67 I 169 70 13 I 711 I 721 NJ 73I I 174 711 I I I I I I 180 I—u 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) Champion Hills WWTP 01:30 PM 06/08/02 06/03/01 Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Champion Hills WWTP Hendersonville NC 28739 03:00 PM 06/08/02 10/11/30 Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/ Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Lee J Weber,l Hagen Dr Hendersonville NC 28739//828-698-0418/ No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated) Flow Measurement ® Operations & Maintenance 21 Sludge Handling Disposal ® 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 Don Price ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ J 8,/.7— 00 Signature of Man gem t Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date James R Reid & ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4651/ 2 o EPA Form 35604 Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete. Page # 1 NPDES yr/mo/day MC0087106 111 121 06/08/01 Inspection Type 17 18I nI (coast.) 1 Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) A Technical Assistance visit was requested by the ORC, to determine the cause or conditions for the amount of sludge the facility was producing, and if any alternatives for sludge management existed. The current WWTP consists of equalization, aeration, secondary clarifiers, disinfection, surge tank, .700 MGD effluent holding pond for optional irrigation/resuse of effluent, and sludge holding/digestion. The current facility is permitted for 70,000 gal./day flow. The facility operates on a seasonal basis with an average flow of 18,000 to 19,000 gal./day. Review of facility DMR's indicated BOD values of less than 10 mg/L and TSS values the same, and Ammonia Nitrogen values were observed to be below 0.1 mg/L. On -site discussions with facility staff indicated that users of the system practiced conservation', in that most had "low -flush" plumbing fixtures in their residences. In reviewing facility operation, historical data, and user profiles, all indications lead to the conclusion that the reason for the higher sludge production is due to the facility's high" rate of pollutant removal. In most Activated Sludge systems, solids production is a 1:1 basis. That is for every 1 pound of BOD removed, 1 pound of sludge is produced. In facilities that in addition to BOD removal, also nitrify to a high degree there is a 1:1.5 sludge production. For every pound of Ammonia Nitrogen produced, 1.5 pounds of sludge are produced. Based on this information and the site review, it appears facility staff and the ORC are operating as they should. Also, should the facility's flow increase and pollutant removal rates remain high, the facility will, have to increase the capacity of the waste sludge processing facilities. This may include the addition of a second sludge holding tank. Should this situation arise the facility will need to seek a consultants assistance. Facilities staff, and the ORC's time and assistance in conduction the Technical Assistance is greatly appreciated. Should there be questions or a need for additional assistance or information, please contact me at the Regional Office, (828)296-4500. Page # 2 4 Permit: NCO087106 Owner - Facility: Champion Hills VWVfP Inspection Date: 08/01/2006 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ® ❑ ❑ D Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ® ❑ n Judge, and other that are applicable? Comment: Rnr Crrannc Yes No NA NE Type of bar screen a.Manual b.Mechanical Are the bars adequately screening debris? n n ■ n Is the screen free of excessive debris? ❑ n ® n Is disposal of screening in compliance? ❑ n Is the unit in good condition? n ❑ ■ Comment: - Equalization Basins Yes No NA NE Is the basin aerated? ■ n n D Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment? ■ n n n Is the basin free of excessive grease?. ®❑ Are all pumps present? ® 00 n Are all pumps operable? n n n Are float controls operable? ® n n n Are audible and visual alarms operable? ■ n n n # Is basin size/volume adequate? ® n n n Comment: Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE Mode of operation Ext. Air Type of aeration system Diffused Is the basin free of dead spots? IN n n ❑ Are surface aerators and mixers operational? n F1 ■ ❑ Are the diffusers operational? ■ n n Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? IN n n n Page # 3 a Permit: NCO087106 Inspection Date: 08/01/2006 Aeration Basins Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface? Is the DO level acceptable? Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) Owner - Facility: Champion Hills WWTP Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Comment: The following on -site measurements were made at the time of the Technical Assistance : Settleable Solids - 550 ml/L; MLSS - 2580 mg/L,2780 mg/L, & 2470 mg/L avg. = 2610 mg/L; D O measurements taken throughout the Aeration System ranged from 1.78 mg/L to 2.20 mg/L. On site SVI = 210.7 All on -site measuements indicated facility staff and the ORC were conducting proper operation. Secondary Clarifier Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? Are weirs level? Is the site free of weir blockage? Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? Is scum removal adequate? Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? Is the drive unit operational? Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)? Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc? Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately''/. of the sidewall depth) Comment: Filtratipp_(High Rate Tertiary) Type of operation: Is the filter media present? Is the filter surface free of clogging? Is the filter free of growth? Is the air scour operational? Is the scouring acceptable? Is the clear well free of excessive solids and filter media? Comment: Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA HE ®n❑Q ®nnp ®nnn Yes No NA NE Page # 4 Permit: NC0087106 Inspection Date: 08/01/2006 Disinfection -Tablet Are tablet chlorinators operational? Are the tablets the proper size and type? Number of tubes in use? Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? Comment: Owner - Facility: Champion Hills VVVVfP Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Yes No NA NE ®nnn Mnnn 3 nnn■ nnn■ nnn® Page # 5 O� WA% Michael F..Easley, Governor Q v State of North Carolina O C William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary co Delp�artment Iof'Environ ent anl1 Natural Resources y 15 l ��Alan.11V _KliQkl P.E., Director �. D -� Division okater Quality February 14, 2006 F E B 2, 0 2006. i Mr. Lee Weber WATER C aALIi Y SECTION Chain ion Hills Property Owners Association .� A3-1rv�LLf roc a�JNAL o'F�iC� P P t3' 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP - Henderson County - Dear Mr. Weber: 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:i dated May 9,1994 (or as subsequently amended). This final permit contains no significant changes from the draft you were sent on,December 7, 2005. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding. Please note -that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal .Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Toya Fields at telephone number (919) 733-5083, extension 551. SincerelyJk 7 Alan W. Klimek, P.E. cc: Central'Files - •Ill 1 ;; �c ;.er w, ' NPDES Unit Kim Colson, Land Application Permits and Compliance Unif 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone (919) 733-7015 FAX (919) 733-0719 NoRehCarolina 512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 On the Internet at http://h2o.enr.,state.nc.us/ Naturally An Fniini Rnnnrtunity/AHiimativa Artinn Fmolnver Permit No. NC0087106 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, Champion Hills Property Owners Association . is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Champion Hills WWTP One Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina , Henderson County to receiving waters designated as UT to South Fork Big Willow Creek in the French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof. The permit shall become effective March 1, 2006. This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on November 30, 2010. Signed this day February 14, 2006. t. b?ti an W. Klimek, P.E., Director ivision of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit No. NCO087106 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. Champion Hills WWTP is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue'to operate an existing 0.07 MGD wastewater treatment facility consisting of the following wastewater treatment components: • Influent bar screen • Equalization tank • Two aeration tanks, • Two clarifiers • Clearwell • Chlorine contact chamber . Surge tank' •. Sludge holding tank • 700,000 gallon effluent holding pond This facility is located at the Champion Hills Golf Course, One Hagen Drive; Hendersonville, Henderson County. 2. Discharge treated effluent from November 1 to April 30 and intermittently throughout the remainder of the year when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. The facility discharges into an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow'Creek, a Class C-Trout water in the French Broad River Basin, at the location specified on the attached map. (The remaining months of the year the facility operates under non-discharge'permit.WQ004115) Outfall 001 N Champion Hills WWTP State Grid/Ouad: F8SE/ Horse Shoe Drainage Basin: French Broad Receiving Stream: UT South Fork Big Willow Creek Stream Class: C-Tr Sub -Basin: 04-03-02 iR Facility Location Hd not to scale NPDES Permit No. NC0087106, North Henderson County Permit No. NCO087106 SECTION 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 from November 1 through April 304. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below: EFFLUENT�� r CjHARACTERISTICS x Monthly Weekly Datly3,11x Measurements r Sample Sample Average` Average Maximum I~requency Type L`ocation2 .:.T.d.R..... Flow 0.07 MGD Continuous Recording I or E BOD, 5-day, 20°C 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/l Weekly Composite E Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/1 Weekly Composite E NH3 as N 2.4 mg/1 12.0 mg/1 2/month Composite E (May 1— October 31) NH3 as N 8.0 mg/l 35.0 mg/l 2/month Composite E (November 1-April 30) Fecal Coliform(geometric 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Weekly Grab E mean) pH3 Weekly Grab E Dissolved Oxyge Weekly Grab E Temperature Weekly Grab E Total Residual Chlorine 28 pg/1 Weekly Grab E Total Nitrogen Semi-annually Composite E (NO2+NO3+TKN) Total Phosphorus Semi-annually Composite E Notes: 1. Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent 2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units. The daily average effluent dissolved oxygen concentration shall not be less than 4. The facility may also discharge between May 1 and October 31 when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. During summer months, the operator should note on the DMRs any conditions requiring a discharge of treated effluent. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. December 7, 2005 Mr. Lee Weber Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 Subject: Dear Mr. Weber: Michael F. Easley, Governor State of North Carolina William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Department of Environment and Natural Resources Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality DEC _ 8 ? �DC`-I v, Draft NPDES Permit Permit NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County 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. ➢ Your permit has been modified to allow discharge during the summer months when conditions on the golf course necessitate. ➢ Daily maximum ammonia limits have been added to your permit based on Division policy for domestic dischargers. Please submit any comments to me no later than thirty days following your receipt of the draft. Comments should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are received from the public or from you, this permit will likely be issued in two months. If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft permit, contact me at (919) 733-5083 x 551 or toya.fields0ncmail.net. Sincer y, LeToya Fields Western NPDES Program cc: Asheville Region —al -Office,-Surface_Wa'tEr— Protection NPDES Unit Kim Colson, Land Application Permits and Compliance Unit One 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone (919) 733-7015 FAX (919) 733-0719 NorthCarolina 512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 On the Internet at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ NQtmally An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Permit No. NCO087106 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, Champion Hills Property Owners Association is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Champion Hills WWTP One Hagen Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina Henderson County to receiving waters designated as UT to South Fork Big Willow Creek in the French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof. The permit shall become effective. This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on November 30, 2010. Signed this day. DRAFT Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit No. NCO087106 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. Champion Hills WWTP is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.07 MGD wastewater treatment facility consisting of the following wastewater treatment components: • Influent bar screen • Equalization tank • Two aeration tanks • Two clarifiers • Clearwell • Chlorine contact chamber • Surge tank • Sludge holding tank • 700,000 gallon effluent holding pond This facility is located at the Champion Hills Golf Course, One Hagen Drive, Hendersonville, Henderson County. 2. Discharge treated effluent from November 1 to April 30 and intermittently throughout the remainder of the year when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. The facility discharges into an unnamed tributary to South Fork Big Willow Creek, a Class C-Trout water in the French Broad River Basin, at the location specified on the attached map. (The remaining months of the year the facility operates under non -discharge permit WQ004115) Permit No. NCO087106 SECTION AM. 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 from November 1 through April 304. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below: EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS = Monthly Weekly :Daily Measurement Sample Sample Average Avera" e , g Maximum Frequency Type £ Location Flow 0.07 MGD Continuous Recording I or E BOD, 5-day, 20°C 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/l Weekly Composite E Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/l 45.0 mg/1 Weekly Composite E NH3 as N 2.4 mg/1 12.0 mg/l 2/month Composite E (May 1- October 31) NH3 as N 8.0 mg/l 35.0 mg/l 2/month Composite E (November 1- April 30) Fecal Coliform (geometric. 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Weekly Grab E mean) pHs Weekly Grab E Dissolved Oxygen4 Weekly Grab E Temperature Weekly Grab E Total Residual Chlorine 28 pg/1 Weekly Grab E Total Nitrogen Semi-annually Composite E (NO2+NO3+TKN) Total Phosphorus Semi-annually Composite E Notes: 1. Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent 2. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units. 3. The daily average effluent dissolved oxygen concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mg/L. 4. The facility may also discharge between May 1 and October 31 when conditions on the golf course necessitate or when damage to any pond or basin would likely occur without a period of discharge. During summer months, the operator should note on the DMRs any conditions requiring a discharge of treated effluent. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. DENR / DWQ / NPDES Unit FACT SHEET FOR NPDES PERMIT DEVELOPMENT NPDES Permit No, NCO087106 Facility. Information Champion Hill Property Owners Association /Champion Hill WWTP Apphcant/Facilrty Name. A "hcant.Address One Hagen Drive, Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739-8964 Faclrt 'Address ! One Hagen Drive, Hendersonville, North Carolina' 28739-8964 P.erinitted Flow .(MGD) 0.070 MGD T ' e of Waste Domestic wastewater " Faclit Class . II Count Henderson Faclht .Status Existing/new /new ermit Re ional,Office Asheville Stream Characteristics Recervmg Stream UT to South Fork Stream C%lassificatioil.n ;' C-Tr B ig Willow Creek Drama e,Area (s ini.) ;' O.Z3 Drama a basin:.:: French Broad Summer 7Q10 (cfs) 0.2 Subbasin 03-08-02 Winter 7Q10 (cfs) 0.43 Use% Su ort PS 30Q2 (cfs) 303(d)YIasted Not listed Avera e Elow (cfs) 1.75 State Grid F8SE 20.15 USGS.To o Quad, .._;:,' Horse Shoe SUMMARY The Champion Hills Property Owners Association owns and operates a tertiary wastewater treatment plant and a spray irrigation system for the golf course. The facility is covered by non' discharge permit WQ0004115.. They have experienced problems during cold weather months when they can't spray on the golf course due to the freezing of the piping system and long periods of saturated conditions of the soil. For this reason the Division granted them a winter -only NPDES permit in 2001. In 2005, they requested a year-round discharge on the basis that it is difficult to spray irrigate the golf -course during extended period of wet weather, and that they have limited holding capacity. This permit is being granted with the condition that they spray irrigate unless conditions on the course make it infeasible, or.damage to a holding, pond would result without a period of discharge. • The treatment system consists of a package plant with influent bar screen, flow equalization, two aeration tanks, clarifier, aerated sludge holding tank, chlorination, and a 1", 9& gallon holding 'D 10 Dad pond. There is a'2.4 million gallon irrigation pond which is not part of the treatment system. 2j104 Irrigation can be from either the holding pond or the irrigation pond. They pull water from the creek into the irrigation pond when the wastewater holding pond is low. • The permitted flow in the non -discharge permit is 0.14 MGD. This flow is for the ultimate capacity of the system when development is finished. The present capacity of the treatment system is 0.07 MGD. The effluent from the treatment plant will not be allowed to be mixed with the water in the irrigation pond prior to discharge. Fact Shea NPDES Pormit NC O087106 P,,Ige 1 PERMIT DEVELOPMENT The proposed permit limitations and monitoring requirements were developed based on Division policy for non-POTW and waters classified as C-Tr. A Level B Model was developed. The actual permit limits for spray irrigation are more stringent that the proposed limits for surface discharge. The facility consistently meets the spray irrigation permit limits, therefore it is expected that they will have no problem in meeting their discharge limits. Level B Model The results of the Level B model predicted that the stream will be protected with the secondary limits for BOD.. To protect for ammonia toxicity the stream standard will be implemented. The results for the model are attached. CORRESPONDENCE Regional Office An inspection was performed by regional office staff in October 2005. They facility was found in compliance with their permit requirements and well operated and maintained. The regional office recommends the issuance of the permit. PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF ISSUANCE Draft Permit to Public Notice: December 7, 2005 Permit Scheduled to Issue: February 1, 2006. NPDES UNIT CONTACT If you have questions regarding any of the above information or on the attached permit, please contact Toya Fields at (919) 733-5083 ext. 551. Regional Office Comments NAME: DATE: NPDES SUPERVISOR: DATE: Fact Sheet NPIN"'S NCO08 71.06 Pap 2 . ' - `:�✓I3t�LV1�� 111LLsJ - ," . PROPERTY- ®VVNERs &9' OCIATION INC. In Triplicate: ` ::May 24; 2005 : By Certified Mail 1V1r. Charles H: Weaver, Jr. NCDENR / Watex .Quality /,NPDDS :Unit '1617,NIail"g.erviee:Center:: : - - Raleig-h; IBC 27699-1617 RE: NPDDES Application for Permit :renewal-(aud7or`Modificatiori). 'NPDES-Perinit-NC00871.06 Champion Hills W WTP- 'H' derson County. Gentlemen: ; Attached is. the. renewal application for.Cliainpion Hills Prolierty, Owners Association's - NPDES Permit No,.: NC00871-06 With this application; Chainpiori Hills would like to. renew: its :current permit and pursue; the: possibility :of operating under ;phis. perinit on a . year=round basis` (We currently operate under. Pray Irrigation Pexinit.No. WQ0004115. ' ; during summer" months and the NPDES Permit-. duriug-_winter.inonths}. -We believe.that a year-round'NPDES Permit: would alleviate most of the operating problems we experience : without any, barmQ effect to the- envir..onn!ent:. tt.vvould also'give us a-rn6 ns to: store and . reprocess off quality effluent, an'enbancement we would reaily like to have. This presentation summarizes how iv6 gotfo where.we are'today and wliy we: think is a ; ,reasonable: request. Y ...'First, we would mention that: Cl am*ion.Hills will neverexperi6nee-the 140,040gpd average sewage �:f(ow rate, for v4nich the plarit.was ,originally. designed and .permitted. This .. design was based -on aii average flow of�360gpd per houseliold._Our experience'shows That average household prodlzctiozr is closer to: 1.40gpd: A letter from William G. Lapsley "k Associates;; dated 6%22198 (copy attached),: supports thisnumber Champion Hills is basically a, retirement community with, irtually no•.childre. n. lyloiblban fifty.percent of our residents are part-timers.. We- now have 270 `houses in the .community and effect to. - • - :peak-out;at :approximately=3�0: The current average sewage .flow during a "peak": - - - , summer.month is under 40;000gpd. In the winter season -this is::reduced - less than 24,000gpd:'At-these'rates; it is doubd l that the plant ovill-ever'have.to be expanded ; beyond its currefifinstalled capacity:of 70;OOOgpd"and certainly want come anywhere near the 140,0000d originally anticipated. - f l�EN DRIVE / 1-iElvnExsoriylLLE NC 28739-8964 / (82:8) 696 :1962-/ FAx (828) 696 20.97 . FmklL-' club4ouse&haOpionhil1s:coiii The Champion Hills Development received. its'first wastewater system permit on January 3;.1991:. The system was designed by William G: Lapsle " & Associates to. operate as a land application system, utilizing treated wastewaterto spray -irrigate five . fairways of th&Developmenf's.golf course., The.treatment system.included. a tertiary. .• filtering process; assuring' the wastewater to be,applied to the included. c 'Urse would receive. a high level. of treatment. Over the years, the treatment process hasremained relatively.unchanged, but the application process has changed significantly. We thought it '.might be beiieficial to review•these,chariges'in support of our -request. For, back ground* information; our system includes.a 700,000, gallon polyethylene lined. , efliu64 holding.pond. >When operating,under the spray irrigation permit,.treated water- ' passing through the plant.' is temporarily stored in this.pond_prior to; being sprayed through "selected" spjinkleis to the•golf course, =Adjacent -to the holding porid`i5 a 2.4 million gallon unlined irrigation pond: The irrigation pond:is normally full ofstream water -arid -is - the only other source of irrigation water for.the golf Bourse: Water: froinIhis pond..' "pumped to esse0.tially;all surfaces of -1 e, golf course.'There is•a•valved pipe.between the holding -pond and the irrigation pond through which-effluent.can flow by.gravity..There is, also an adjacent.'600. gpm pump that can pump .either effluent-fr ' the holding pond or stream water -from the irrigation pond ioahe golf course. _ The _original _per nit,required us, to dirute effluent. with. stream water at a 1 to 2 ratio before applying it to five designated. fairways: This was to be accomplished in the following manner: When. the effluent holding pond• was' nearly.fall,the• irrigation.. pond. would be . drawn down into an adjacent, sfirea n to make room for the effluent, The, valve in the lisle - between the two ponds`woWd.then'be-opened to allow .efflueut'to enter:the irrigation pond. In doing soy the treated :wastewater would" mix.with. stream'water at approximately^. a 1.to 2'ratio. Then, approxirrtafely "7Q0,000 gal. from the irrigatiog pond was to be . applied o_ the golf course' using. 112-sprinklers on,the five designated golf holes. Each sprinkler was to run- for 75 minutes. Application was to be, carried out only; at night, between the hours of l 1 iQ0 PlUI. and S; IS AW'.. After the application process was. eompleted;:the irrigatiori.pond would be.re-RUed.With.stigam water and put back into the service of irrigating the entire' -golf course: The land"4a plication cycle would be repeated as necessitated:by the effluent -level -in the holding pond: The permit also required us'to periodic the duality ofground water.near the irrigation.pand using.two monitoring'weR instafled.for that purpose:, On March 24. 1995; the DEHNR.sent:us.an.amen4ed permit,,advising.t * "dilution of..' effluent pfior,to irrigation and the requirement to irrigate only.late at night was �}o longer • standard practice." At :that point, we stopped mixing effluent ' -with stream water and - began`applying:it directly from the holding pond to the • five fairways. By mid .1.996, Champion -Hills had approximately '110 housescompleted•. The average volume of effluent being produced during peak �summer:months Was still quite small .at. 1.4;000 •to ' 16;000gpd, However, it became readily apparent that. its application to only fve:golfholes--was nat practical for the weather eondifi. we. experience herein the mountains. we tend to have daily..afternoon thunderstorms during summer. months and 2 s� w ourPermit prahil�its-spraying when the. ground is already saturated. T6 resolve this problem, we requested permission to. apply effluentover sixteen golf holes and the driving range; more than doubling the previously approved" acreage;. Permission was . granted. in. an amended permit 'dated 1.0/29/96., This;amei Lded- Permit also instructed us to abandon the two monitoring wells mentioned above.:1� 'State inspector, came by to .,.witness:the permanent capping ofthese:wells::. ' The additionah golf holes gave us enough' flexibility to make the system "work reasonably weil,ioi several years. However, byyear 20.02 there•weie-about 250.houses_ iri the community. O.ur'spubmer-.'production of effluent doubled froiirthe 19961evels=to over 30;000gpd. Once. again, the dispo,sa'1 of effluenfi. during extended periods;of wet weather beeaine;aproblem: We'do' our.be'sf'16 manage.ihe level of the holding :pond weather permits' but. if itfillsand the golf course is- saturated;. our; only options are: tt (a) allow the holding pond to over. (6) spray effluent on, to. _the already saturated golf courso or. (c) dischar e effluent info the:heavii .swollen nearb streams.- Althoii item " ' seems the g Y Y. better alternative, we,feel.the onlyop. ion to us under our.no discharge'permit. is to spray onto the already 'saturated terrain. 'On 10/8/98, `*. Roy Davis; of NCDENR'.s Asheville office; wrote t'o.u§ .mdicating.that he felt the system serving Champion Hills_was. originally designed to offer side-,stfe' . storage for'off=quality: effluent andthat.sombhow, over the years; we had gotten away. froin-this mode of operation. He asked us to get back to him-witli a;propo'sal ' I to show we might now accomplish this.and how we might also;make Better use oour.existiug facilities•to'store-treated.wastewater during periods of weather.: 'First, we:shouldpoint'out�thatii 1990 when, our 'originaI permit; application was processed, there was only a.requiirement for alive=dayholding pond .to_ coltecf effluent before it' was to be;'diluted,with stream water- and applied to, the. golf course. There was rio- :requirement to .store off quality effluent and we currently Have no way of,doing_.so: Our ; 1O/15/98.response to 1V1r: Davis's letter advised accordingly. Tt:;furiher explained` how the systein was :originally designed to dilute.the. RtiOnt and how the. proeess,had later been altered. The best solution we could offer forhandling treated wastewater during periods . �ofwet weather.Vas,� -these occasions;,return to.the original:concept..ofdtluting ,it in the irrigation pond'and.iiigate when conditions might permit: However,, it had to be_" - recogm d. that some of.the diluted.effluent would evenfually reach the streams andleaye ::our.property: . 'On 11/3/98 Mr. Davis and 1V1r: Bill;Andersonaapecialist in land apphcationproceduies from the Asheville "office) inspected our'tacilifiies to -see if they could: determine: abetter " :. way to,use them, This in way- prompted by our letter df 40/15/98. ft., Davis Mr. Anderson spent 2'Y2 . ours -or sa reviewing ;all:aspects ofour operation. They visited the plant; the effluent pond, the°front and:back irrigation ponds; 'the three pump stations- . and many parts of the 'sprinkler irrigation systeiri ,Our participants consisted of Andy. iina;.Karl:Griffith; Harry James'and Lee`•Weber. We detnonstrated-how. the twCV_. irrigation systems tied together, how the computeric.perated sprinkler system fimetioned- over -the e.ntire.golf course and what sprinklers_were usedfor effluent agplicatiori: At the'. 3 00 00 end of the tour Mr. Davis advised that he and Mr. Anderson saw no good way to improve our operating procedures with the existing facilities and space available. In response to our request to dilute the effluent in the irrigation pond during periods of wet weather, Mr. Davis advised that we could not do this without an NPDES Permit. A few years later, we did apply for and received an NPDES permit for the period beginning November 1" through April 30'h. This was in recognition of the spray application problems encountered in the mountains under freezing conditions. We now have three season's experience operating under this permit with no harmful effects to the environment. In fact, we recently tested the water on two different occasions at both upstream and downstream locations of the discharge point and found little or no difference in water quality. The readings were taken 300 yards up stream and down stream from the discharge outfall into the UT South Fork of Big Willow Creek. (The test results are attached to this letter). With this background, we would appreciate your consideration to allow us to operate under the NPDES permit on a year-round basis. It would not only solve our wet weather operating problems, but would also allow us to convert our five-day lined holding pond into side stream storage for off -quality effluent. (Currently, we have no option but to discharge or spray it, depending under which permit we are operating). This was one of the goals Mr. Davis was trying to achieve during his above mentioned visit. We realize that off -quality storage and reprocessing is not a requirement under an NPISES Permit, but there is no question it is a desirable, environmentally sound feature to have. Champion Hills would Cherish this capability. Considering the above, plus the facts that we have a tertiary treatment system, a good operating record, and will likely never reach 50 percent of the 140,000gpd maximum flow originally anticipated, we hope you will look favorably upon this request. The following dates may be useful in your evaluation: The first spray application Permit (WQ0004115) was issued to the original developer, Champion Hills Associates, on January 3, 1991. It was amended on May 15, 1992 transferring ownership to The Branigar Organization and then amended again on April 30, 1996 transferring "operating responsibility" to the Champion Hills Property Owners Association. The engineer's Certification of Construction Compliance was submitted on 3/28/94. The first load of sludge was hauled away in June 1996. On 12/21/99 Branigar conveyed "ownership" of the entire wastewater system to the Champion Hills POA. On 12/31/00 Branigar relinquished all control and management responsibilities at the Champion Hills development and departed from the community. On September 25, 2001, the Champion Hills POA received its NPDES permit number NC0087106, for use each year between November 1 and April 30. Also, perhaps to demonstrate our good intentions towards operating a first class facility, we list some of the improvements to the system made by Champion Hills POA after the Developer turned over the operating responsibility to us in 1996. All but two (the Turbidimeter and the Composite Sampler) were of our initiative: N N . 1997 — We purchased a diesel powered 20 KW portable generator for use at the six lift stations not having a permanent standby generator and installed quick connection sockets at each lift station location. 1997 — Installed a Turbidimeter with continuous recorder 1998 — Installed a Flow Proportional Composite Sampler. 1998 — Installed an 11,800 gal. surge tank to facilitate backwashing of filters and to provide some temporary storage for excessive or off --spec flow through the plant. 1999 / 2002 - Installed telemetry at all eight collection system lift stations: 2000 — Installed a 25 KW natural gas fired generator at lift station no. 6 because of its proximity to a stream, including a natural gas line from the nearest street location. 2001— Replaced the PVC effluent pond liner with a more durable Medium Density Polyethylene liner 2002 -- Installed an effluent pond aeration device to reduce algae growth. 2002 —Replaced the plant's army surplus diesel fired 100 KW standby generator provided by the developer with a new 100. KW natural gas fired unit and ran a natural gas line from the nearest street location to the plant. 2004 — Purchased a sewer inspection camera with 300ft of cable. 2004 — Purchased a portable flow meter to assist -in tracking I&I. 2005 — Installed an additional 9,400 gal sludge digester with aeration facilities., 2005 — Installed a wider, more durable concrete roadway to the plant to facilitate sludge removal tanker trucks. In addition, we annually inspect the inside of every manhole. Among other things, we look for potential sources of I&I. As a result of these inspections, we have raised over 20 manhole frames, installed "dishes" in more than 65 manholes and have installed bolted and sealed covers on six. This effort has reduced I&I considerably. Since our NPDES Permit was issued in 1991, the only change to our facility has been the addition of the 9,400 gal. sludge digester. This. is documented in the attached application. We hope you will favorably consider this request to operate full time under our NPDES Permit. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or need further information. We look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, - \�� "-�L - Lee J. Weber Chairman, Champion Hills WWS Committee Cc. NCDENR Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Section Attn. Mr. Roy M. Davis Attn. Ms. Beverly Price NPI)ES APPLIC�N FOR PERMIT FORM D To be filed only by Prfva?@T-IWFvned dischargers of 1 ==!"�(<l MGD flow) 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 cais/NfDES North Carolin Te�- NC00 a'NPDES Tm -J�um_ber. -Please pnnt 1. Contact Information: Facility Name Champion Hi1jsP0A Owner Name ChampionHills Street Address 1 Hagen Dr. City.,— Hendersonville State Zip Code - North Carolina -28739 Telephone Number 828-) 697-2651 Ext. 305 Fax Number (828 )696-2097' e-mail Address azima@champiouhills.com Operator Name James and nd JamesEnvironmentalStreet Address 8-14.,Kanaga St. City: Heftde'rs'or'Yvji jib'' State Zip Code • _North Carolina 28723- ,­Q , ounty. Ye ep. ir�e I umber 828 697-0063 2. Location of facility producing disch— Check here if same as above Fx] Facility Name (If different from above) Street Address or State Road City gtat6j'Zip Code County 3. Reason for application: Expansion/Modification Existing Unpermitted Discharge Ren.ewal x New Facility Provide a description: of the• expansion/modification: 1H addition fo rP_nt-winia"n'irr­r,1f extend it to a year =ro"6,hd.:` fba si s.. Page 1 of 3 Version 12102 NPDES APPL ION FOR PERMIT REW ORT FORM D To be flied only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow) 4. -Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with capacities): 25, 000 ' gallon flow `equal iza'.tion' 'tank;'•(2) 35, 000 ''gal'lon 'aerat'io.n t.tanks,T.,:2) 6,000 gallon cla-ri;fiexs, 7,300 gallon 'cl-'earwell; 3,735 gallon chr�,brine contact @hamb.er., 10.,000 gallon surge tank, 5wOQ-0 gallon sludge holding tank with an additio.nhl 1.0,000 gallon tank a.added in 4005, 700,000 gallon effluent holding pond..(lined.) 5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply): Type of Facility Generating Wastewater Industrial Commercial Residential X School Other Number of Employees Number of Employees•, Number of Homes Number of Students/Staff Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):_ ' ."Subdivis'Yon 6: •List all•eririts; coristrdctioii'pproyals and%os;applicatioris (check al:thdi'apply): "= :"•' Zpe Permit Number. ' ' 71�pe : ' Permit Number RCRA :: Non. Attainment LTIC Ocean Dumping NPDES iv(` 0 R 71 n F Dredge/Fill Permits . PSD .. Other WO 0 0 0 41 1 5 NESHAPS 7. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls): 1 S. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each outfall: S. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map. showing the exact location of each outfaii): UT'South Fork Biq Willow Creek ` Page 2 of 3 Version 12102 NPDES APPLI40NFOR PERMIT. RENEWAA&RT FORM D To be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<I MGD flow) 10. Is this facility located on Native American lands?'(check one) IES- Fl. I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application andthatto the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate. Printed Name of Person Signing , '/Q A-) A!�IJZS cla-24J S C-0 I'L7 /,&;, / 7-7S--,Y— V Signature of APP " ant ic --A'Date. S(gned.- (�o`rtfi Carolina General Statute 143=2�:f;(6)(�)`pr'ovicfes that: Ariy person who o I now es any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 .r regulations of-1he 'FnyJrQnmental.,M ana ernent•C.ommission implementing that-Article;:or who`faisifies, temperswith, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated' or maintained under Article 21 or regulations 9f.the Environmental Management Commission implementing �hat ...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 tha'n $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both for 6. similar offense.) Page 3 of 3 Va.minn lNw Champion Hills POA Sludge Management Plan Sludge in the clarifier is pumped to our 5,000 gallon sludge digester. When the digester in full, the sludge is piped from the 5,000 gallon digester to the new 10,000 gallon digester. The sludge is aerated and given an adequate amount of time to thicken. The sludge is then removed by a pumper truck and taken to either the Hendersonville N.C. or the Brevard N.C. waste treatment facility for processing. June 29, 2004 Mr. Lee J. Webber Champion Hills Property Owners Association 1 Hagan Drive Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739-8964 Dear Mr. Webber: M Michael F. Easley, Governor State of North Carolina William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Department of Environment and Natural Resources J U L - 1 2004 WATER QUALITY SECTION 3HEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Subject: Authorization to Construct ATC No. 087106A02 NPDES Permit No. NCO087106 Champion Hills WWTP Henderson County P.E., Director Water Quality The Division of Water Quality's NPDES Unit has reviewed the Champion Hills Property Owners Association's request for an Authorization to Construct permit for a new sludge holding tank at the Champion Hills WWTP. The Division finds the proposed improvements and design to be satisfactory and hereby grants authorization for construction or installation of: the following: • installation of a refurbished package treatment plant, modified to_provide 9,400 gal aerated sludge storage capacity; and • all related structures, equipment, piping, controls, and other appurtenances, as presented in the approved plans and specifications. This Authorization to Construct is issued in accordance with Part III, Paragraph A of NPDES Permit No. NC0087106, issued September 25, 2001, and shall be subject to revocation unless the wastewater treatment facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions and limitations specified in that permit. Upon completion of construction and submittal of an acceptable Engineer's Certification (see below), the approved design capacity of the facility shall remain at 0.07 MGD. Special Provisions In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or disposal facilities. Notification Requirements The Permittee shall notify the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 251-6208, at least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed facilities, so that an in -place inspection can be made. Such notification to. the regional supervisor shall be made during the normal office hours of 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays. Engineering Certification Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of the modified facility, the Permittee shall provide the Division with a certification from a professional engineer registered in North Carolina certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in accordance with the NPDES Permit, this North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail. Service Center (919) 733-7015 Mr. Lee J. Webber SIR M Authorization to Construct June 29, 2004 Authorization to Construct, and the approved plans and specifications. The certification should be mailed to the NPDES Unit,1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617. ORC Requirements The Permittee must continue to employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8G, .0200. 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 comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8G, .0200. Additional Conditions Failure to abide by the requirements contained in this Authorization to Construct may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C. The issuance of this Authorization to Construct does not relieve the Permittee from its responsibility to comply with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.. The Permittee shall maintain a copy of the approved plans and specifications on file for the life of the facility. If you have any questions about this Authorization to Construct, please contact Mike Templeton, at (919) 733-5083, extension 541. Enclosures: Approved Plans Engineer's Certification Form Copies: Mr. William G. Lapsley (w/ cert. form) - shevL1176 'egional_Office,_W_ater'Quality= Technical Assistance and Certification Unit Central Files NPDES Unit Files Sincerely, - Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director Willliam G. Lapsley & Associates, P.A. P.O. Box 546 Hendersonville, NC 28793 2 Feb 10 05 11:30a p•Z taD- 'B• MUD 41IZNM It03 .Z4d F. Z Clampion Hiiis Properly Owners Association Champion Hilfs WWTP Verntitwo- NCO08T106 ENGDIM'S MTTFICATTON FOR CO,NSTRUCrIONOFWASTEWATERTRFATAcw AQLI s 61 ` L AP6L am a dulyzegistered Pzofewional Engineer (skoftpmeti MffieS of North Carolina and have been authorized to obsersre (circle ozue: fe, w¢eldy, enodicall the eonstmcifon of the subject project for the Permittee: Project Mo: 08M)6A02 Project WWTFImprovements Location: ChampionMIs WVYIP Hendersonville, North Carohm Henderson County - the project Consists of; • installation of a refurbished package treatment plant, modi&d to provide 9,400 gal aerated sludge storage capacity; and • all related structures, ecp4pment piping; controls, and other appurtertaxwes, as presented in the approvedpiamzmd speafications. , Ihereby certify that I did regularly observe this project with due care and d9igence and that the construction was completed in snhstant al conformarice with the Amtholization to Construct and with the approved p1ma, and specifimuons. 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The analysis performed conform to Standard Methods 181' Edition. &an-v e_______Analysys__Result __Units _y__1VIDL____ Date run _^_Anajyst CHH C22up FECAL 11 'cfu/100mL 1.0 3/22/05 PS CHH C22up BOD <2 mg/L 2.0 3/23/05 PS CHH C22up TSS 2.70 mg/L 1.0 3/23/05 VP CHH C22up NH3 <0.1 mg/L 0.1 3/23/05 VP CHH C22up NO3 <1.0 mg/L 1.0 3/22/05 VP CHH C22up COND 40.1 umho 0.01 3/24/05 VP CHH C22up pH 6.9 SU 0.1 3/22/05 DH CHH C22up DO 10.06 mg/L 0.01 3/22/05 DH CHH C22up TEMP 9.0 °C 0.1 3/22/05 DH. CHH C22down FECAL 12 cfu/100mL 1.0 3/22/05 PS CHH C22down BOD <2 mg/L 2:0 3/23/05 PS CHH C22down TSS 2.10 ' mg/L 1.0 3/23/05 NP CHH C22down NH3 <0.1 mg/L 0.1 3/23/05 VP CHH C22down' NO3 <1.0 mg/L 1.0 3/22/05 VP C"H C22down COND 41.4 umho 0.01 3/24/05 VP CHH C22down pH 7.0 SU 0.1 3/22/05 DH CHH C22down DO 10.04 mg/L, 0.01 3/22/05 DH CHH C22down TEMP 9.0 °C 0.1 3/22/05 DH If you have any questions regarding these results please feel free to contact me at the lab. Th ank You es Laboratory Manager 00 Pace Analytical Services, Inc. Analytical'o Ashe Riverside Drive Asheville, NC 28804 www.pacelabs.com Phone: 828.254.7176 Lab Project Number: 9290780 Fax 828.252.4618 Client Project ID: CHAMPION HILLS Lab Sample No: 925431975 Project Sample Number: 9290780-001 Date Collected: 03/22/05 07:40 Client Sample ID: CHAMPION HILLS -UPSTREAM Matrix: Water Date Received: 03/24/05 16:04 Parameters Results Units Report Limit Analyzed By CAS No, Qual RegLmt Client Services Nitrogen, Total Method: Nitrogen 0.22 mg/l 0.20 04/07/05 TRW 7727-37.9 Wet Chemistry Total Dissolved Solids Method: EPA 160.1 Total Dissolved Solids 24. mg/l 1.0 03/25/05 18:30 JDA1 Chloride (Mercuric Nitrate) Method: EPA 325.2 Chloride ND mg/l 5.0 03/28/05 23:30 BMF 16887-00-6 Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Method: EPA 351.2 Nitrogen, Kjeldahl, Total NO mg/l 0.50 03/28/05 18:04 JDA1 28 day NOX Method: EPA 353.2 Nitrate -Nitrite (as N) 0.12 mg/l 0.10 03/28/05 22:15 JDA1 7727.37-9 Phosphorus, Total Method: EPA 365.2 Phosphorus NO mg/l 0.100 03/25/05, 14:25 TMR 7723-14-0 Total Organic Carbon Method: SM 5310B Total Organic Carbon 1.1 mg/l 0.50 03/29/05 14:40 EWS 7440-44-0 Date: 04/07/05 Asheville Certification IDs NC Wastewater 40 NC Drinking Water 37712 SC Environmental 99030 FI NFI AP GR7AAA u REPORT OF LABORATORY ANALYSIS This report shall not be reproduced, except in full, without the written consent of Pace Analytical Services, Inc. �� ACCCR a - o Page: 1 of 12 Charlotte Certification IN NC Wastewater 12 NC Drinking Water 37706 Sc­_^ 99006 �I M N Pace Analytical Services, Inc. ;aceAnalytical' Ashe Riverside Drive shev!!!e, NC 28804 www.pacelabs.com Phone: 828.254.7176 Lab Project Number: 9240780 Fax:828.252.4618 Client Project ID: CHAMPION HILLS Lab Sample No: 925432007 Project Sample Number: 9290780-002 Date Collected: 03/22/05 08:00 Client Sample ID: CHAMPION HILLS -DOWNSTREAM Matrix: Water Date Received: 03/24/05 16:04 Parameters Results Units Report Limit Analyzed By CAS No Qual RegLmt Client Services Nitrogen, Total Method.: Nitrogen 0.80 mg/l 0.20 04/07/05 TRW 7727-37-9 Wet Chemistry Total Dissolved Solids Method: EPA 160.1 Total Dissolved Solids 23. mg/l 1.0 03/25/05 18:30 JDA1 Chloride (Mercuric Nitrate) Method:- EPA 325.2-- Chloride NO mg/l 5.0 03/28/05 23.3n RMF 11(,RR7.nn_A Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen. Nitrogen, Kjeldahl, Total 28 day NOX Nitrate -Nitrite (as N) Phosphorus, Total Phosphorus Total Organic Carbon Total Organic Carbon Date: 04/07/05 Asheville Certification IDs NC Wastewater 40 NC:Drinking Water 37712 SC Environmental 99030 M MCI An rO�CAO Method: EPA 351.2 0.70 mg/l 0.50 03/31/05 16:46 JDA1 Method: EPA 353.2 0.16 mg/l 0.10 03/28/05 22:15 JDA1 7727-37-9 Method: EPA 365.2 NO mg/l 0.100 03/28/05 13:00 EWS 7723-14-0 Method: SM 5310B 1.2 mg/l 0.50 03/29/05 14:40 EWS 7440-44-0 T fi Page: 2 of 12 i REPORT OF LABORATORY ANALYSIS This report shall not be reproduced, except in full, Charlotte Certification IDs without the written consent of Pace Analytical Services, Inc. NC Wastewater 12 NC Drinking Water 37706 SC. 90006 N James & James Environmental Management. 814 B Kanuga St. Hendersonville, NC 28739 OFFICE: (828) 697-0063 ' FAX: (828) 697-0065 NC Certified Laboratory NC wastewater #482 NC Drinking Water #37763 Dear Mr. Zima, April 22, 2005 Enclosed are the results of the analysis performed by our staffon your samples dated April 6,'WM. The analysis performed conform to Standard Methods 18*Edition. :Sample ------- Analysys__Result __Units ---- NIDL__Date run ____Anast CHH D06up FECAL 21 - cfu/100mL 1.0 4/06/05 PS CHH D06up BOD <2 mg/L 2.0 4/07/05 PS CHH D06up TSS 3.06 mg/L 1.0 4/07/05 VP CHH D06up NH3 <0.1 mg/L 0.1 4/07/05 VP CHH D06up NO3 <1.0 mg/L 1.0 4/06/05 VP CHH D06up COND 38.7 umho 0.01 4/07/05 VP CHH D06up pH 6.8 SU 0.1 4/06/05 DH CHH D06up DO 10.0 mg/L 0.1 4/06/05 DH CHH D06up TEMP 12.0 °C 0.1 4/06/05 DPI CHH D06down FECAL 18 cfu/100mL 1.0 4/06/05 PS CHH D06down BOD <2 mg/L 2,0 4/07/05 PS CHH D06down TSS 3.80 mg/L 1.0 4/07/08 VP CHH D06down NH3 <0.1 mg/L 0.1 4/07/05 VP CHH D06down NO3 <1.0 mg/L 1.0 4/06/05 VP CHH D06down COND 40.0 umho ul 4/07/05 VP CHH D06down pH 7.0 SU 0.1 4/06/05 DH CHH 1)06down . DO 10.3 mg/L 0.01 4/06/05 DH CHH D06down TEMP 11.0 °C 0.1 4/06/05. DH If you have any questions regarding these results please feel free to cont act at the lab Thank You " 74"� Al James Laboratory Manager e Pace Anal tical Services, , Inc. Analytical0 Riverside Drive ace Ashe Asheville; NC 28804 www.pacelabs.com Phone: 828.254.7176 Fax: 828.252.4618 Lab Project Number: 9291738 Client Project ID: CHAMPION HILLS Date Collected: 04/06/05 08:15 Lab Sample No: 925484487 Project Sample Number: 9291738-002 Client Sample ID: CHAMPION HILLS -DOWN Matrix: Water Date.Received: 04/07/05 15:00 Parameters Results Units .Report Limit_ Analyzed By CAS No. Qual RegLmt Client Services Nitrogen, Total Method: Nitrogen NO mg/l 0.20 04/19/05 TRW 7727-37=9 Wet Chemistry Total Dissolved Solids Method: EPA 160.1 Total Dissolved Solids 24. mg/l 20. 04/12/05 21:03 CD1 Chloride (Mercuric Nitrate) Method: EPA 325.2 -- Chloride NO. mg/l 5.0 04/08/05 06:00 BMF 16887-00-6 Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Method: EPA 351.2 Nitrogen, Kjeldahl, Total NO mg/l 0.50 04/09/05 06:41 ARH 28'day NOX Method: EPA 353.2 Nitrate -Nitrite (as N) 0.30 mg/l 0.10 04/12/05 20:26 JDA1 77'27737-9 Phosphorus, Total Method: EPA 365.2 Phosphorus NO mg/l 0.100 04/10/05 10:15 ARH 7723-14-0 Total Organic Carbon Method: SM 5310B Total Organic Carbon 0.90 mg/l 0.50 04/08/05 15:54 JDA1 7440-44-0 REPORT. OF LABORATORY ANALYSIS Asheville Certification IDs This report shall not be reproduced, except in full, Charlotte Certification IN NC Wastewater 40 without the written consent of Pace Analytical Services, Inc. NC Wastewater 12 NC Drinking Water 37712 NC Drinking Water 37706 SG Environmental 99030 T a•�" Sc 99006 FI NFPDP Cazana �• ;acmnalyticalo Pace Analytical Services Inc. 2225 Riverside Drive Asheville, NC 288o4 www.pacelabs.com Phone: 828.254.7176 - fax:828.252.4618 Lab Project Number: 9291738 Client Project ID: CHAMPION HILLS Lab Sample No: 925484479 Project Sample Number: 9291738-001 !. Date Collected: 04/06/05 08:00. Client Sample ID: CHAMPION HILCS_;UP Matrix: Water Date Received: 04/07/05 15:.00 Parameters Results Units Report Limit Analyzed By CAS No. Qual Re9Lmt Client Services Nitrogen, Total Method: Nitrogen ND mg/1 0.20 04/19/05 TRW 7727-37-9 Wet Chemistry Total Dissolved Solids Method: EPA 160.1 Total Dissolved Solids 28. mg/l 20. 04/12/05 21:02 CD1 Chloride (Mercuric Nitrate) Method: EPA 325.2 Chloride ND mg/l 5.0 04/08/05 06.00 BMF 16887-00-6 Total Kjel'dahl Nitrogen Nitrogen, Kjeldahl, Total 28 day NOX Nitrate -Nitrite (as N) Phosphorus, Total Phosphorus Total Organic Carbon Total Organic Carbon Date: 04/19/05 Asheville Certification IN NC Wastewater 40 NC Drinking Water 37712 SC Environmental 99030 rl AI!-1. A n f .1 Method: EPA 35,1.2 ND mg/1 Method: EPA 353.2 0.22 mg/l Method: EPA 365.2 NO mg/l Method: SM 5310B 1.0 mg/l D 0.50 04/09/05 06:41 ARH 0.10 04/12/05 20:26 JDA1 7727-37-9 0.100 04/10/05 10:15 ARH 7,723-14-0 0.50 04/08/05 15:54 JDA1 7440.44=0 s� REPORT OF LABORATORY ANALYSIS This report shall not be reproduced, except in full, without the written consent of Pace Analytical Services, Inc. µ. ACCo i, Page: 1 of 12 Charlotte Certification IDs NC Wastewater 12 NC Drinking Water 37706 SC 99006 C4WPION HILLS PROPERTY OWNERS As§ogf TON, INC. February 5, 2004 Mr. Dave Goodrich NPDES Unit NC Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail .Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 -Dear Mr. Goodrich: Please conside'rthus to be 'our request for approval to install anew sludge: holding tank for - our Wastewater treatment facility: The de sign. engineer for this project' is William G. Lap sley, P.E.: . If you have, any questions or need additional information, please'contact our office. ..Sincerely,. Lee J. Weber, Chairman Wastewater Treatment Committee Champion Hills, P.D. A. cc: William..G: Lapsley. -P.E. Roy Davis, DWQ/Asheville F HAGEN DRIVE / HENDERSONVILLE, NC 28739-8964 /-(828) 696-0928 / FAx (828) 696-2097 E-MAIL - championhillsCmchsi.com DATE William G. Lapsley & Associates, P.A. Consulting Engineers and Land Planners 1635 Asheville Highway Post Office Box 546 HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28793 (828) 697-7334 D FAX (828) 697-7333 JOB SHEET NO. I OF — CALCULATED BY- V`° DATE 2— 2-04— CHECKED BY 6YNe11 F= � ��� sludge hnld;� 010vea4v6 — MT06 USE Mbx: 100� 1 x qR 2� 6 ejm- . � l� �- - CAA �- vJc-L4j `too0o 6� m o.o`t® x'5Soo (off C- FEZ g 1. William G. Lapsley & Associates, P.A. Consulting Engineers and Land Planners 1635 Asheville Highway Post Office Box 546 HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28793 (828) 697-7334 o FAX (828) 697-7333 JOB �'OO U'`��� W U 1 P SHEET NO. OF CALCULATED BY " " � L DATE 2- 2,- o4-. CHECKED BY. SCALE DATE �r�2� S��t @ sz0lal�t�j� 1pYoUpwtpuUS J I sly �470 'jsllo�s . IA�dnx cl��rcL�� I�oldt"j � adslwa�l.be qc0�or 21 �+now`�iis J under�If% sl�ukl be Ulnder s�au�rc( �. �he iolclC�{ Cte� AV1� re4�se �.rrzc� Ye�ri�sl� �.ez min slut6(?pViol& imlc'� �1-�r►.I�.�: �'�Sud�`� S(uc4�e .R bp (OWE .%A 1407I d410M William. G. Lapsley & Associates, P.A. Consulting Engineers and Land Planners 1635 Asheville Highway Post Office Box 546 HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28793 (828) 697-7334 6 FAX (828) 697-7333 JOB AMllom SHEET NO. I r t OF S CALCULATED BY �/v��^- DATE zz CHECKED BY DATE SCALE ho(dr �rzk uu�SGl be e�ur�#f� �(ou� Under �a �.rd ni clize.� ldr� ��e�y �,ube 9 nder t6�t�d O �f-te I-t�IcU` e� a�- slwubeU00�- A; V/ slwuld'� M. iw�ov�wL�rs. q e 6469v. State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Wayne McDevitt, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director August 14, 1997 Mr. Ron Stephens, President Champion Hills Property Owners Association, Inc 1000 Indian Cave Road Hendersonville, North Carolina 28739 A T4 C)EHNF=1 Subject: Permit No. WQ0014227 Champion Hills Property Owners -Association, Inc. The Falls at Champion. Hills, Section 16 Wastewater Collection System Henderson County Dear Mr. Stephens: In accordance with your application received August 4, 1997, attached is Permit No. WQ0014227, dated August 14, 1997, to the Champion Hills Property Owners Association, Inc. for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and` you shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified in the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 and the attached permit. In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted for the construction and operation of approximately 8,185 linear feet of 8 inch gravity sewer to serve 46-three bedroom homes at The Falls at Champion Hills; Section 16, and the discharge of 16,560 GPD of collected domestic wastewater into the Champion Hills Property Owners Association, Inc.'s existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received August 4, 1997, and in conformity With the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Design Criteria. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Champion Hills Property Owners Association's Champion Hills Development Wastewater Treatment Facility (Non - Discharge Pen -nit No. WQ0004115) prior to being land applied by spray irrigation.,, The Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental Management Commission is incorporated herein by reference and is a condition of this Permit. Noncompliance with the terms of the Operational Agreement shall subject the Permittee to all sanctions provided by North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6(A) through 143-215.6(C) 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 thirty (30) days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to ,Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the., Office of Administrative Hearings,,, P.O. Drawer 27447, Raleigh, NC 27611-1447. Unless such demands are made'this permit shall be final and binding. P:O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone (919) 733-5083 FAX (919) 733-0719 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Ms Thelma- Williams at (919) 733-5083 extension 524. Since e , G Preston Howard, Jr., P.E. �. cc: Henderson County Health Department Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Section William G. Lapsley & Associates, P.A. NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH GRAVITY SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of the Division of Water Quality Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996. 2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and.volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The facilities must be properly maintained and operated at all times. 4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be submitted to the Division of Water Quality accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request will be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a certification and a copy of the record drawings (i.e., as constructed plans) must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in accordance with the Division of Water Quality Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996, and other supporting materials. Mail the Certification and one (1) copy of the "Record Drawings" to the Water Quality Permits and Engineering Unit, P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, NC 27626-0535. 7. A copy of the Record Drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for a minimum of five years from the date of the completion of construction. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this general sewer permit or the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Design Criteria may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality, in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a) to 143- 215.6(c). 9. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities. 10. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (704) 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 sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within five (5) days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Permit issued this the 14th day of August, 1997. NORTH CARA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMNIISSION A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0014227 2 Permit No. WQ0014227 August 14, 1997 ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project, , for the Project Name Location Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit, the certificate of coverage, the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Manual, and other supporting materials. Signature Date Registration No, The above Engineer's Certification must be completed and submitted to the address below with one (1) copy of the "Record Drawings" (i.e., as -constructed plans) of the wastewater collection system This project shall not be considered complete and allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and the "Record Drawings" plans have been submitted. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY WATER QUALITY SECTION PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT POST OFFICE BOX 29535 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535 3 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ,, `` COUNTY. OF 1A�bvN Permit No. inl Q o0 N7_14 OPERATIONAL AGREEMENT va This AGREEMENT made pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1 (dl) and entered into this 9Zlay /.3 C u 5-i _, 19 by and between the North Carolina Environmental Mankeit ; . Commission, an agency of the State of North Carolina, hereinafter known as the COMMISSION; and Cud®�.i u1LI.S �1eU1GIc`� ®IuN�ZS , a corporation/general partnership tegistered/licenseco dGv__ . business in the State of North Carolina, hereinafter known as the DEVELOPER. c WITNESSETH: 1. The DEVELOPER is the owner of the certain lands lying in 1'1�� ✓�N County, upon-_.-_,..... e�which it is erecting and will erect dwelling units and other im rovements, said development to be known as IME L(S ni ��i�Ivll�O� �i�u-�i (.5ne og i�0 , (hereinafter the Development). 2. The DEVELOPER desires, to eQnstruct a wastewater collection system with pumps, wastewater treatment works and/or disposal facilities (hereinafter Disposal System) to provide sanitary sewage disposal to serve the Development on said lands. 3. The DEVELOPER has applied to the COMMISSION for the issuance of a permit pursuant to G.S. 143- 215.1 to construct, maintain, and operate the Disposal System. 4. The DEVELOPER has created or shall create unit ownership in said dwellings units, other improvements and lands through filing of a Declaration of Unit Ownership (hereinafter Declaration), pursuant to Chapter 47C of the North Carolina General Statutes. 5. The DEVELOPER has caused to be formed or will cause to be formed at the time of filing of the Declaration, the (Unit Owners Association) NA1,7013 NIu�'�rRo "Y 0 00M WWI , (hereinafter Association) a non-profit corporation organized and existing under and by the virtue of the laws of the State of North Carolina, for the purpose, among others, of handling the property, affairs and business of the Development; of operating, maintaining, re -constructing and repairing the common elements of the lands and improvements subject to unit ownership, including the Disposal System; and of collecting dues and assessments to provide funds for such operation, maintenance, re -construction and repair. 6. The COMMISSION desires to assure that the Disposal System of the Development is properly constructed, maintained and operated in accordance with law and permit provisions in order to protect the quality ofthe waters of the State and the public interest therein. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and the benefits to be derived by each of the parties hereto, the COMMISSION and DEVELOPER do hereby mutually agree as follows: I.- The DEVELOPER shall construct the Disposal System in accordance with the permit and plans and specifications hereafter issued and approved by the COMMISSION; and shall thereafter properly operate and maintain such systems and facilities in'accordance with applicable permit provisions and law. 2. The DEVELOPER shall not transfer ownership and/or control of the Disposal System to the Association -until construction has been completed in accordance with the permit and approvedplans, and the staff of the Division of Environmental Management has inspected and approved of the facilities. In order to change the name of the permit holder, the DEVELOPER must request that the permit be reissued to the Association. The request must include a copy of the Association Bylaws and Declaration. 3. The DEVELOPER shall not transfer, convey, assign or otherwise relinquish or release its responsibility for the operation and maintenance of its Disposal System until a permit has been reissued to the DEVELOPER's successor. 1,400 copies of this document were printed at a cost of $40.46, or $0.029 per copy. 4. The DEVELOPER shall proviuc in the Declaration and Association By,avds that the: Disposal sy*tern an d appurtenances thereto are part of the common elements and shall thereafter be properly maintained and operated in conformity with law and the provisions of the permit for construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of the system and facilities. The Declaration and Bylaws shall identify the entire wastewater treatment, collection and disposal system as a common element which will receive the highest priority for expenditures by the Association except for Federal, State and local taxes, and insurance. ;15 . The DEVELOPER shall provide in the Declaration and Association Bylaws that:the Disposal System will be E : maintained out of the common expenses. In order to' assure,th'at there shall be .funds readily available to: repair, maintain or construct the Disposal System, beyond the routine operation and maintenance expenses, the Declaration and Association Bylaws shall provide that a fund be created out of the common expenses. Such fund shall be separate from the routine maintenance allocated for the facility and shall be part of the yearly budget. ; 6. In the event the common expense allocation.and separate fund are not adequate for the construction, repair, and maintenance of the Disposal System, the Declaration;and Association Bylaws shall provide for special assessments to cover such necessary costs. There shall be no limit on the amount of such assessments, and the Declaration and Bylaws shall provide that such special assessments can be made as necessary at any time. 7 : If a wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment and/or disposal facility provided by any city, town, village, county, water and sewer authorities, or other unit of government shall hereinafter become available to serve the Development, the DEVELOPER shall take such action as is necessary to cause the existing and future wastewater of the Development to be accepted and discharged into said governmental system; and shall convey or transfer as much of the Disposal System, and such necessary easements as the governmental unit may require as condition of accepting the Development's wastewater. 8. Recognizing that it would be contrary to the public interest and to the public health, safety and welfare for the Association to enter into voluntary dissolution without having made adequate provision for the continued proper maintenance, repair and: operation -of its Disposal System, the DEVELOPER shall provide in the Association Bylaws that the Association shall'not enter into voluntary dissolution without first having transferred its said system and facilities to some person, corporation or other entity acceptable to and approved by the COMMISSION by the issuance of a permit. 9. The agreements set forth in numbered paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 above shall be conditions of any permit issued by the COMMISSION to the DEVELOPER for the construction, maintenance, repair and operation of the Disposal System. 10. A copy of this agreement shall be filed at the Register of Deeds in the County(ies) where the Declaration is filed and in the offices of the Secretary of State of North Carolina with the Articles of Incorporation of the Association. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this agreement was executed in duplicate originals by the duly authorized representative of the parties hereto on the day and year written as indicated by each of the parties named below: FOR THE E ONMENTAL 8VAMRO � Lr-.s NWTY �� A%o�• MANAGE N Name of Developer/Company . Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director Signature Division of Environmental Management ID, ��-LaL, 77mooN (Date) Print Name and Titl (o a -Z— (Date) 2 State of North Carolina i 'Department of �.7ivironment, Health and Na,.:-al Resources"'-= Division of Environmental Management NON -DISCHARGE PERMIT APPLICATION - = GRAVITY SEWER COLLECTION SYSTEMS Y' This form may be photocopied for use as an original. Pump Stations, force mains and low,,pres' ure `�� s - . (including S.T.E.P. systems) are not to be included as part of this application packagpt:? . Any changes made to the content of this form shall not be allowed. and will rest_ i to application being returned. This application will not be accepted by DEM unless all of" the applicable items are included-- -- - with the submittal. I. REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST: Please indicate that you. have read the following list of application requirements by signing your initials in the space provided next to each item. Applicant'sInitials 1. One original and one copy of the completed and properly executed application form. ✓ 2. The appropriate permit processing fee, in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0205(c)(5). The fee for - sewer extensions is $400. The fee for sewer extensions by partially delegated municipalities (applies only to those governmental jurisdictions that have specific delegation review authority, as granted by the Division of Environmental Management) is $200. ✓ 3. If the owner/authority of the wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) and/or collection system"that will be accepting the wastewater flow from this project is different from the applicant of the project, then a letter(s) must be provided from the owner/authority of the WWTF and/or collection system specifying the volume of flow that will be accepted. The letter(s) should be recent (within one [1] year) and should refer to the project by, the same name as that identified on the application and the plans/specifications. 4. If the application is being submitted in the name of a privately owned public utility, written documentation must be submitted from the Utilities Commission which demonstrates that the utility is authorized to hold the franchise for the area to be served. In the case of contiguous service areas, written documentation must be provided from the Utilities Commission acknowledging these,areas are covered under an existing franchise. . 5. One original and two copies of a properly executed Operational Agreement must be submitted if the sewer extension will be serving single family residences, condominiums, or town houses AND if the / subject sewer extension is owned by the individual residents, a homeowners association, or a developer. II. PERMIT INFORMATION: SOC Project: Yes No. I. Application Number (will be completed by DEM): Dl Q 0 � ` D-1a 2. Specify whether project is: _� new modification. 3. If this application is being submitted as a result of a modification I to an existing permit, please complete: existing permit number and permit issue date 4. Specify whether the applicant is: public private. 00 5. Application Date:-,ldrtE ZG - kIS-1 6. Fee Submitted: $ 400 7. County(ies) where project is located: w5VJ1)5(z500 �l) 8. Applicant's Name (Please specify the name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.): FORM: GSPA 02/96 Page 1 of 4 1,400 copies of this document were printed at a cost of $117.32, or $0.084 per copy. III. GENERAL,- INFORMATION: l : Print Owners or Signing Official's name and title (the person who is legally responsible for the facility and its compliance): _ � oN 5`f� � Ns ��s+DAM" , CKA M�io� u►��s�a��. D Ens . `',5gyp ` IASS00lA IOJ 2. , Mailing address: V000 D lm) �FW��D t� City:_, uENb��.SoNU��.�.� State: �C Zip: Q0139 r -704' W' - f)012. Telephone Number. ( ) 3. Project Name (Please specify the name of the subdivision, facility, or establishment. The name should be consistent with the project name on plans, specifications, letters of flow acceptance, Operational Agreements, etc.): �� �Au.S � C�1Rt�'oN UILl.S SECI`�tOt� Ilo� IV. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER: 0� 1. Nature of Wastewater:— locL o % Domestic/Commercial % Industrial % Other (specify) 2. Volume of wastewater generated by this project: i0 d gallons per day. 3. Explanation``11 of how wastewater aLii rvastewatervolume was determined: ti� 4. Name of wastewater treatment facility receiving wastewater. CRAR `op Uu-s "1Fy BYKEW Owner of wastewater treatment facility: mw w q us �6�7- Owns ns Facility Permit Number: NC00 or WQ 5. Indicate any parameters (and their concentrations) which will be greater than normal domestic levels: NI'\ 6. If wastewater is not domestic in nature, what level of pretreatment has been provided to ensure protection of the receiving wastewater"treatment facility? N �JlNr 7. If a pretreatment permit is required,'has one been issued? the pretreatment permit. If No, when will one be issued? FORM: GSPA 02/96 Page 2 of 4 'SR Yes No. If Yes, please attach a copy of V . DESIGN INFORMATION: 1. Summaryof GRAVITY SEWER to be permitted, by diameter and length: Diameter inches Length linear feet I 5 CE 2. Are there any sections of the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria or .I5A NCAC,2H .0200.with which the subject • wastewater collection system will not be able to comply? Yes _ No. If Yes, please identify and explain: IMPORTANT: If you responded Yes to question V.2 above, the completed application package, including two (2) copies of pla�necifications. supporting information and any other materials, should be submitted for an individual permit. FORM: GSPA 02/96 Page 3 of 4 VI. CERTIFICATIONS: Name and Complete Address of Engineering Firm: W ul x City: ��V�t i(Spl/�U1V1� State: QC_ Zip: Telephone Number: Professional Engineer's Certification: r /�(�� l� I, W `WR M n I 1�-RPS� 5L[ - -,attest that this application for —g5,Tn e � `- "AW(00 VILn- (�J�OIJ `ol) SAwIIt�q sewFv 1PVFMe -T h9s been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete. I further attest the proposed. design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations and the North Carolina Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996. Although certain portions of this submittal package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design. North Carolina Professional Engineer's Signature, and Date: ope�a{ev.. c, CA / EA L 469 Applicant's Certification:,�.,�fie;`�' attest that this °application for Vgas & C VAM—t iota was -SAN1gJ?y SCaJEQ j(+ kq MF7 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. Upon approval and completed construction, I will operate this system in accordance with the North Carolina wastewater co ection permit requirements. / Signature Date THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT WATER QUALITY SECTION PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT POST OFFICE BOX 29535 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535 TELEPHONE NUMBER: (919) 733-5083 FORM: GSPA 02/96 Page 4 of 4 Permit No. WQ0014227 August 14, 1997 ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION 1, wkwom 61 1-- ! wadd(ly registered Carolina, having b�ee'n� authorized to observe (periodically,, project, 4V 1��� Vl_ t'l.l K'S Project Nam ssional Engineer in the State of North J�) the construction of the Location for the Permittee hereby state hat, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction c f t at the co struction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit, the certi ate erage, he N rth Carolina Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Manual, and other supporting ma n Signature CA v Registration No. b � 1 A. Date \v/ v Q�15_ SEAL 6,69 ,,,,,, 11141f�f' The above Engineer's Certification must be completed and submitted to the address below with one (1) copy of the "Record Drawings" (i.e., as -constructed plans) of the wastewater collection system This project shall not be considered complete and allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and the "Record Drawings" plans have been submitted. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY WATER QUALITY SECTION PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT POST OFFICE BOX 29535 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535 ,F c n FDC,10� V41JE.R ,b -I 0 M9 t4on-Qisr,hame PeTV t109 3 UNITED STATES POS1T�hA�,.�S,�QVI,` 7 .' �'E'%rRSs psi:. •'x' L. ti 1� • Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4 in this box • JANETCANTWELL NCDENR-DWQ-SWP 2090 U.S. HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA NC 28778 I& % Iaafailaa1a1aat/faati1at{alla11aiia�aii�laaa�l�ifiaj�aaa�aaa{� MNIDER: COMPLETE THIS SECTION 7A.S C lete items 1, 2, and 3. Also_oomplete i if Restricted Delivery is•desired. i'n your name and address on the"reverset we can return the card to you. North Carolina Depart Environment and Natural -Re: _ Division of Water Surface Water Protection NCDENR 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC Ulr. Saeed Assadzandi, General Manager Champion Hills Property Owners AssoIME 1 Hagen Drive J Hendersonville; North Carolina 28739 ❑ Agent ❑ Addresse( rint d Name) - C: _Date,of Delivery -t� ss , different from kem i1? ❑ Yes itAelivery address below: ❑ No 1nz i O C.O.D. 4. Restricted- Delivery? (Ex\ Fee) — 7007 149b IHiElU 11'6?_Ii3 6816 0-1 .UNITED $TATE$..POSTAL SERVICE .... First -Class Mail Postage & Fe id USPS Permit No. G-10 • Sender: Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4® in this box• 11 NS =-JANErNTWELL R-WCROS OHWAY 70 A NC 28778 USPS TRACKING# 9590 9403 16 2 1f :-,izr ... North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources Water Quality Regional Operations Section 2090 U.& Highway 70 Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Eric Stoneman Champion Hills Property Owners Association, Inc/ 5 Pine Shadow Drive Hendersonville, NC 0 9590 M3 0672 5196 9591 92 1C7' 1 ADO 13 Agent dgVIery addre ifferent from item'l? 1-U'Yes ✓" ►,1 S, enter address, ow: ,p No i \OQ qr; _ rr� _Nice TyPA ❑ Pdadty Mail Express® El Adult Signature ❑AAdult Signature Restricted Delivery ❑Registered MaIITM ❑ Registered Mall Restricte Ce)tified Mail@ ❑ Certified Mail Restricted Delivery ,,, Delivery AReturn Receipt for ❑ Collect on Delivery Merchandise . ❑ Collect on Delivery Restricted Delivery ❑ Signature Confirmation*^ —..,+.W I I I r Pail Rest�cted Del very I � I OS ignature Confirmation I Restricted Delivery oe� r,:...:....4Sti i A:-.Lil oM G o'c�wi �cnn nn� nrin nnen w -% ., .. - M 1/ - CIAYID ..�miin Deft ,.n USPS TRACKING # First -Class Mail Postage & Feed USPS 0 3 Permit No. G-10 444 , IL 9590 9402 2119 6132 6467 57 United States ' Sender; Please print your name, address, and ZIP+4® in this box• Postal Service JANET CANTWELL NCOEO.OWR-WOROS 2090 U.S. HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA NC 28778 ■ Clete items 1, 2, and 3. ■ P our name and address on the reverse so that we can return the card to Galloway, Craig, Director, Facilities and Grounds Champion Hills Property Owners Association, Inc. 1 Hagen Drive Hendersonville, NC 28739 Illn��iilnl�i��l�ilililll�ll'I�nnllntl�ilni�ll I IIIIIIIII I1I IIIIIIIII III 1I IN II IIIII IN 9590 9402 2119 6132 6467 57 A. 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