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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
June 5, 2007
Mr. Roger Levi
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
1856 Jeff -ess Road -
Fletcher, N.C. 28732
Subject: Rescission of NPDES Permit NCO070335
Van Wingerden International WWTP
Henderson County
Dear Mr. Levi:
Division staff has confirmed that the subject permit is no longer required. Therefore, in
accordance with the request you made to the Asheville Regional Office, NPDES Permit
NCO070335 is rescinded, effective immediately.
If in the future your firm wishes to.discharge wastewater to the State's surface waters, they must
first apply for and receive a new NPDES permit. Discharge of wastewater without a valid
NPDES permit will subject the responsible party to a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have questions about this matter, please contact Charles Weaver of my staff at the
telephone number or address listed below.
Since e1
Coleen H. Sullins
cc: Central Files
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NPDES Permit file
Fran McPherson, DWQ Budget Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
Phone: [phone], extension 511 / FAX [phone]
charles.weaver a()ncmail.net
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VAN WINGS
INTERNATION
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
16171 ail Service Center
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617
, May 29, 2007
Re: Permit NCO070335
To Whom It May Concern:
.�]DEN
JUN — 1 2007
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
As we ave connected to the new sewer line in Mills River, today we have closed out our
use of the permitted wastewater treatment plant on our property.
The remaining sludge is being pumped out today, and the actual facility will be removed
as soon as possible.
We will no longer use our permit for the discharge of the wastewater, and request the
above referenced permit to be rescinded as of today, 29 May 2007.
I did i�}I form Mr. Bob Sledge by phone today, and he recommended follow up with this
letter.
Please filet us know if there is anything else we need to send you.
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Van W`m2erden International Inc.
Cc.: D1W.�,Q s evzll e reional o.ace
1856 Jeffress Road • Fletcher, NC 28732 growers of Nature's Heritage®
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Q� wArF Michael F. Easley, Governor
(� William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
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Asheville Regional Office
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February 19, 2007..��.,
Mr. Roger Levi
Van Wingerden 'International
556 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, NQ 28732
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Van Wingerden International
Permit number NCO070335
Henderson County
Dear Mr
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on -February 13, 2007. The facility Was found to be in compliance With
permit NC00;70335.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or you% staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Enclosure
cc: James &
es Environmental, ORC
Sincerely,
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
NorthCarolina
2090 US Hwy 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone:: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA;
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Ins ection 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 5 31 NCO070335 111 121 07/02/13 117 181 CI 191 SI 20U
Remarks
211 _I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Li6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -------------------- -------Reserved-- ---- —------- -----
67I 1.0 169 701 31 711 I 721 NJ 73 I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Van Wingerden International
0 2:40 PM 07/02/13
06/03/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
4112 Haywood Rd NC Hwy
Horse Shoe NC 28742
03:12 PM 07/02/13
11/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite Rep resentative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Roger Levi,556 Jeffress Rd Fletcher NC 28732//828-891-4116/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance ■ Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
NCO070335 I11 12I 07/02/13 I17 18'ci
(cont.)
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional -sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
A review.of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on
5-17-2006 by Janet Cantwell.
The permit expires on 2-28-2011, please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
The Annual Performance Report has been filed for the year and was on -site, along with a complete copy of
the current permit.
The aeration basin process control data was as follows on the day of the inspection.
Temperature = 9.0 degrees Celcius
Dissolved Oxygen = 4.0' mg/I
Tip: The ideal level for dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin is generally 1 to 3 mg/I. Seasonal changes in
temperature require the adjustment of the aeration timer to achieve ideal dissolved oxygen levels.
Settleable Solids = 700 ml/I = 70%
Tip: Using the settleability test, the return sludge pumping rate is usually set so that the flow rate is
approximately equal to the percentage volumes occupied by the settleable solids from the aeration basin
after settling for 30 minutes in a settleometer. For example, a settleability of 30% would generally indicate a
recommended return sludge pumping rate of 30%.
Having the percent settleable solids (i.e. 30%) the same as the percent return sludge pumping rate (i.e.
30%), allows for the solids balance in the plant to be maintained. If the plant cannot handle that return
sludge pumping rate, then wasting is probably recommended.
pH = 6.2 units
The effluent data was as follows on the day of the inspection.
Dissolved Oxygen = 4.0 mg/I
Temperature = 9.1 degrees Celcius
Chlorine = 1.5 mg/I
pH = 6.6 units.
Harry James, the contract operator, was on -site during the inspection.
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The log book was present on -site and had good notation of daily events.
The effluent appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with permit limits.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained. Terry Barr, the operator, is doing a good job.
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P.Lt: NC,0070335 Owner - Facility: Van Win erden International y g I
Inspection Date: 02/13/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Pernllt
Yes
No
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NE
(If the present,permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
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Is the facility as described in the permit?
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access plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the' proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level iacceptable?
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Is the DO level iacceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier f lee of black and odorous wastewater?
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
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Is the drive unit operational?
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Is the return rate. acceptable (low turbulence)?
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Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
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Permit: NCO070335
Inspection Date: 02/13/2007
Secondary Clarifier
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Owner- Facility: Van Wingerden International
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Number of tubes in use?
1
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
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Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
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Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ Q ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
May 31, 2006
Roger Levi
Van Wingerden International
556 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: Compliant
Van Wingerden Wastewater
Treatment Plant
Permit # NCO070335
Henderson County
Dear Mr Levi:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on May 17, 2006. The facility appeared to be in compliance
with Permit# NC0070335.
As 'a1 reminder from the 1/6/06 renewal letter for your permit:
"The Divis on received comment in response to the public notice for the proposed
reissuance of this permit, in each case requesting the discharge be eliminated because
the discharge occurs upstream of a municipal drinking water intake, and because public
sewer service is expected to be available in the- area near the Van Wingerden facility
within the year. (Copies of these comments were provided as attachments to the letter.)
While the Division is not requiring the elimination of the discharge at this time, the
circumstances surrounding this discharge are such that we strongly urge you to seriously
investigate the possibility .of connecting to the county's sewer system when it becomes
available."
Plea
comments.
4667.
Enclosure
cc:
;e refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500, Ext.
Sincerely,
Janet Cantwell
Environmental Technician
attachment
James 8, James Environmental, w/ attachment
None Carolina
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
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 INI 2 I'SI 31 NCO070335 I11 121 06/05/17 117
18ICI 1915 20I
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Remarks
21IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII111116
Inspection Work' Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA
---------------Reserved--------
671 169 169 701 I 71 LI 72 INI
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73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
1
Van Wingerden�International
12:50 PM 06/05/17
06/03/01 '
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
4112 Haywood Rd NC Hwy
Horse Shoe NC28742
01:20 PM 06/05/17
11/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite'Representative(s)rritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Harry Dewain James/ORC/828-697-0063/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Roger Levi,556 Jeffress Rd Fletcher NC 28732//828-891-4116/ No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance N Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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Janet Cantwell ARO wQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/
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Signature of Manadement Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA For 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
3I NCO070335 i11 12I 06/05/17 117 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Harry James/ORC assisted in the inspection of the facility.
The permit became effective March 1, 2006.
All records and reports were on site and complete.
The facility is well -maintained and operated.
Screenings are disposed at the landfill.
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) limit will become effective September 1, 2007.
The effluent was very clear.
Access to the effluent discharge pipe needs to be maintained.
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Permit:
Inspection Date:
NCO070335 Owner - Facility: Van Wingerden International
05/17/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
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Yes
No
NA NE
(If the present permit
expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted anew application?
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Is the facility as
described in the permit?
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special conditions for the permit?
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Is access to the
plant site restricted to the general public?
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Is the inspector
granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment:
The permit became
effective March 1, 2006.
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
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Are records kept
and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required information
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readily available, complete and current?
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Are all records maintained
for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
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Are analytical results
consistent with data reported on DM Rs?
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Is the chain -of -custody
complete?
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Dates,"times and
location of sampling
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Name of individual
performing the sampling
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Results of analysis
and calibration
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Dates of analysis
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Name of person
GOCs
performing analyses
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Transported
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Are DMRs complete:
do they include all permit parameters?
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Has the facility submitted
its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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(If the facility is =
or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
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Is the ORC visitation
log available and current?
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Is the ORC certified
at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
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Is the backup operator
certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
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Is a copy of the current
NPDES permit available on site?
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Facility has copy
of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
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Comment:
All records and
reports were on site and complete.
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
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Permit: NCOQ70335 Owner - Facility: Van Wingerden international `
Inspection Date: 05/17/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Does the facility analyze'process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
The facility is well -maintained and operated.
Bar Screens
Yes
No
NA
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Type of bar screen
a.Manual
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b.Mechanical
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Are the bars adequately screening debris?
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Is the screen free of excessive debris?
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Is disposal of screening in compliance?
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Is the unit in good condition?
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Comment:
Screenings are disposed at the landfill.
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process? -
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Comment: .
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
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Permit: N00070335
Inspection Date: 05/17/2006
Secondary Clarifier
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
Owner - Facility: Van Wingerden International
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is scum removal adequate?
I
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''/4 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:
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) limits will become effective September 1, 2007.
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:
Access to thel effluent discharge pipe needs to be maintained.
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chael F_ E11 ey, Govem' or J
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
> �r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
A� Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
July 13,2005
Mr. Bert Lbmkes
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
1856 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Subject: Tax Certification
Wastewater Treatment
Facility
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
Jeffress Road Greenhouse
Henderson County
Dear Mr. Lemkes:
Transmitted herewith is Tax Certification Number TSARO-203 covering
the construction and operation of irrigation water treatment and recycling
facilities at your Jeffress Road greenhouse known as location D6-8 and E6-
9.
The Company may use this Certification to obtain tax benefits in
keeping with the appropriate Statutes. Detailed descriptions of these
wastewater treatment facilities are available in the files of the Division
of Water Quality.
Enclosure
cc: Terry
may; D
2090 U.S. High
An Equal Oppc
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Director
Division of Water Quality
One
70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone] NorthCarolina
city Affirmative Action Employer Customer Service 1-800-623-6748 Naturallff

DEPARTMEGOF ENVIRONMENT AND NPAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
TAX CERTIFICATION NUMBER TSAR0=20J
(Franchise/privilege; Amortization; Property)
In accordance with the, provisions of 'the' General Statutes of North'
• Carolina (G. S> 105-122 (d) , 105-13.0.1.0, .105-147 (13) 105-215':(8)1 this is. to
certify that
Van Wingerden International', Inc.
Henderson County..
HAS.BEEN,ISSUED
'Tax Certification Number TSARO-2.03 for the construction and,operation of
.,an irrigation water treatment and recirculation system consisting of "ebb
and flow" tables, valves, pumps, controls, filters, piping amd,irrigation
water storage tanks to serve 206,000 square feet of greenhouse on Jeffress
Road identified as D6-8.and E6-9..
The Environmental Management Commission and the Department`of Environment
and Natural Resources have found that,the facility:
a. has or'will be constructed or installed;
b. complies -or will comply with the requirements of the Commission;
c. is"being or will be'effectiwely operated in accordance with the
terms and conditions of the permit, certificate of'approval, or
other document of approval. issued by the Commission; and
d. has-, Or, will have as ''its.* primary rather'thaft incidental purpose
the -reduction of water pollution resulting from the discharge of
sewage,and waste..
Issued at Asheville, North Carolina, this the 13th day of July ,2005'by
the.Director of the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission and-
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Customer Service 1-800-623-6748 `

the North Carolina Defnent of Environment and Oral Resources.
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Director
Division of Water Quality
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Customer Service 1-800-623-6748

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Mr. Roy M. Davis ° < o
Division of Water Quality o
Asheville Regional Office � o
2090 [�.S. Highway 70 m
Swannanoa NC 28778
Re: Application for Business Property Tax Exemption
Dear Mr,. Davis:
We are requesting your assistance in filing an Application for Business Property
Tax Exemption for Henderson County.
We are 'fling this application with regard to improvements we have now almost
completed at our Jeffress Road greenhouse location (D6-8, E6-9). We are finishing
this project after an extended period of time; it covers a total of 206,000 square
feet.:
The total cost amounts to $880,000 for this irrigation recirculation project,
including the holding tanks and filters.
We request your certification in writing that this project is another recycling
system that eliminates the runoff of irrigation water, consisting of "ebb and flood"
tables, valves, pumps, controls, piping and irrigation water storage tanks.
We appreciate your help in this certification. Please let us know when you want to
come to review the project.
Kind
International Inc.
End.: Application for Business Property Tax Exemption
1856 Jeffres�L Road • Fletcher, NC 28732 growers of Nature's Heritage®
(828) 891-41 fl 6 • fax [phone]

YEAR 2005 ft
APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
Henderson County Town or City _Mills River
Property Owner: —Van Wingerden International Inc.
Address:_l856 Jeffress Road Fletcher NC 28732
(Street or Route) (Town or City) (State)
(Zip Code)
1. _1856 Jeffress Road, Fletcher
Location ofProperty Parcel Number
INSTRUCTIONS
Under the provisions of GS 105-282.1, every owner of property claiming exemption or exclusion from property taxes must demonstrate that
the property meets the statutory requirements for exemption or classification. Claims for exemption or exclusion must be filed with the
County Assessor's Office. (see reverse side) Claims for exemption or exclusion should include all land and improvements and personal
property situated thereon and complete information regarding its USE. This form must be completed with the necessary information to
process this application. This form is subject to be rejected if any items 1 through 7 are left blank.
Any authorized representative must submit a signed affidavit.
The undersigned owner or authorized representative hereby petitions for exemption of the following described property:
2. Give complete description of property:
Land:
Improvements:
Personal Property: Irrigation recirculation system, concrete floors, irrigation piping, tanks, filters, pumps, controls
3. List and explain the purpose for which the property is used:
Land:
Improvements:
Personal Property:
Irrigation recycling
4. If any organization other than the owner uses the property, give the name of the organization, full particulars regarding its uses of the property
and the amount of any income received for such use:
5. Give your estimate of the true value in money of the property:
Land
Improvements: $
Personal Property: $ _880,000.
6. Upon what uses or purposes do you base this claim for exemption or exclusion? Charitable ( ) Religious ( ) Education ( ) Literary ( );
Scientific ( ); Other: Property used for recycling (105-275(8)
7. Give the specific statutory authority upon which this property is claimed exempt or excluded:
texts of all exemption and classification statutes are avgilaW at the office of the
Under penalties prescribed by law, I hereby affirm that to the
application are true and correct, and are made for the purpose of xempt
July 6, 2005
APPROVED ❑ YES❑ NO
Bert Lemkes
Signature of owner or
*wledge and belief, the statements and information in this
herein described from taxation.
Attidavit must accompany authorized representative
president 828-8914116
Title Telephone Number
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON BACK

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North Carolina Department of E
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
Mr. Roger Levi
Van Wingerden International
556 Jeffress Rd
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Dear Mr. Levi:
May 26, 2005
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
nment a Na� ral R sources r
Alan,W-Klime , P.E�Director
,Division o-WatL-Quality
Asheville Reqional Office
SUBJECT:. Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Van Wingerden International
NPDES Permit No: NCO070335
Sewage Treatment Plant
Henderson County
Attached is the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report resulting from my May
24, 2005 inspection of the sewage treatment plant serving Van Wingerden. I found the
plant to be well operated and. maintained. Both blowers were operable, plant activated
sludge settled nicely and tablets were present in the tube chlorinator. Danielle Hunter with.
James & James Environmental Management is doing a good of operating the plant for
you.
Should you have need to discuss matters relating to wastewater treatment please
do not hesitate to call me at 828-296-4659.
Sincerely,
Roy M Da is
Environmental. Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Danielle Hunter, James & James Environmental Management
Central Files
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
PA//�� Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 jal 2 u 31 NCO070335 111 121 05/05/24 117 18 LJ 19 LJ 20 U
Remarks
21IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------- —---------- Reserved ----------- ------------
67 I 169 70 U 71 U 72 U 73 W 74 75 ( 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)
Van Nlingerdei: International
01:00 PM 05/05/24
01/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
4112 Hayorood Rd NC Hory
Horse Shoe NC 28742
01:30 PM 05/05/24
06/02/28
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
Roger Levi,556 Jeffress Rd Fletcher NC 28732//828-891-4116/ Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Operations & Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review N Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
7
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roy M Davis ARO FQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4659/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Yes
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No
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NA
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge,
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and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Mode of operation
Yes No
Ext. Air
NA
NE
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than.25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Are settleometer results acceptable?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 mill in 30 minutes)
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Comment:

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
14CO0703.35 Ill 12I 05/05/24 117 18 U
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Danielle Hunter with James s James Environmental is doing a good job of operating the sewage treatment plant
serving Van Wingerden.

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Mg) 697-0063 OFFICE
October 11, 2004
Roy Davis
DENR
2090 US Highway 70
Swannano% NC 29778
Re: Notice of Violation dated October 4, 2004
Permit Number: NCO070335 - Van Wingerden International
Dear Mr. Davis,
This letter is in reference to the Notice of Violation received by James & James Environmental
on October 9, 2004. The violation was for Van Wingerden International for Total Suspended Solids for
July, 20t14.
The level of solids in the facility reached levels that made it difficult for the facility to maintain a
quality effluent. The operator, Danielle Hunter, was attempting to balance the solids level with air
regulation to attempt to have the facility burn up some ofthe solids, thereby extending the time before the
faeility needed to be pumped. The third week of Tune, 04 the solids level had climbed to 38.1 mgll but
had lowered in the fowfi► week to 18S mg11 alluding to this process working. The first week of Judy, 04
the Total Suspended Solids had reached 55.3 mg1l proving that we could no longer manage the solids in
this manner and the facility was immediately pumped. Ivlike's Septic Tank Service was contacted to pull
a load form the treatment facility, allowing the sludge mixed liquor to regain the proper operating range
for this facility. The following week the Total Suspended Solids level was back down to 9.8 mg(l and was
operating at expeetations_
While we do not wisb to be negligent in the enforcement ofthe permit limits, we do not wish to
be wasteful with the clients financial requirements either. If you have any additional questions, please
contact me. Thank you for your attention in this matter. With highest regards, I am
Very truly yours,
uanita James
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W,�illia� �G. Ross J;$Secretary
North Carolina _ tmeriro "dent and-NaturallkResources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
October 4, 2004
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 70031680000212936329
Mr. Roger Levi
Van Wingerden International
1856 Jeffress Rd
Fletcher NC 28732
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2004-LV-0492
Permit No. NCO070335
Van Wingerden International
Sewage Treatment Plant
Henderson County
Dear Mr. Levi:
A review of Van Wingerden International's sewage treatment plant self monitoring report
for July, 2004 showed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Solids, Total Suspended
07/07/2004
45 mg/I
55.3 mg/I
Daily
Maximum
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to
this office within 30 working day of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-
compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you should have
any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Roy Davis at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
orrest R. Westall
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-704'3(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 No�rthCarolina
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' JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT .
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
OFFICE: '[phone] FAX: [phone]
!PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
1. General Information
Facility/System Name: Van Wingerden International, Inc.
Responsible Entity:' Burt Lemke
Person in Charge/Contact: Burt Lemke
Applicable Permit(s): NC0070335
A copy of the PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT has already been filed
With you by James & James Environmental Management and should be in your
possession at this time. On that report, the certification was stated that 11 the
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the users knowledge of the report and access to it.
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I certify under penalty! of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management is complete and accurate to the best of my,
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users
or customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of
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'SOIL AND WATER
Tom Burnet
Nursery
is Friend.:
of the'
River
• ast week Van
Wingerden
International won the
Friend .of the River
Award given by the Land -of -
Sky Regional•Council. They
were nominated by'the-
Environmental and
Conservation Organization of
Hendersonville. Bert
Lemkes; the president,
accepted the award..
-.Van Wingerden has
installed many measures to
'protect water quality in the
Mills'River, a trout stream
and a water supply. These .
measures go above ,and . .
beyond standards established
by the State -of North
Carolina.
• :One of the first practices'
that they implemented was
the°recycling. pf their green-
house irrigation water. This
practice allows them•to save
:water as well as fertilizer
Whoe greatly reducing their
runoff into nearby streams:
Van Wingerden
International has also worked
with the Mills River
Partnership to implement
other practices that improve.
The company. is
following in the
tradition of Aart Van
Wingerden 'Who -
founded -the, Van
Wingerden family, of
companies. To Aart
giving back to..•the
....community was a
company standard...
water quality,
Three quarters of an acre
of riparian trees were planted'
next to Brandy Branch to
improve bank stability and
m1triant nntoLo .v 11 ..;A. —
Farm-_.� ardf
Mac Brackettand•Barbara Blatt are standing near the U.S. 64 entrance to Oakdale Cemetery; looking;
portion of the cemetery. Blatt.is pointing out an absence of trees in much of the area.
Tree Board members want to see more plantings. in
BY JIM WOOLDRIDGE
Times -News Correspondent
. Two members of
the Henderson -
Ville Tree Board
are seeking more
trees to shade the
burial plots in Oakdale'Ceme
tery.
"The cemetery got its name
from the grove of oak trees
where -it was located," said
member Barbara Blatt. "Now
only a few of those magnificent
trees are still standing. Most of
the cemetery is without any
kind of tree.".
Board member Mac
Brackett. agreed - He; said the
subject will. be brought up in
the panel's 'next meeting,
with Public Works Director
The cost of the new trees
corne
Tom Hooten, whose depart
could probably come from
trees 1
ment manages and maintains
the $5;000 asked by the Tree
burial
the burial grounds.
Board in the new city budget,
for e,
. "It sounds like a goodIdea,"'
`' according to Brackett. The
decide
Wooten said. "The problem •
Aree board's main project this
tect p1
will be finding places for the
year, he said, will be replacing
she ac
trees that will not harm the
trees planted on Four
The
burial,plots." The- cemetery
.Seasons Boulevard that have
Board
contains about 34 acres and
not survived. He said the total
appoir.
has the remains of about
budget request will likely be' •
advise
7,000 people, he said. Bari
approved, since the same
scapir.
is
Souther is the.administrative
amount was granted a year
support in charge of
..genera
ago.
mark,
plot sales.
"I think we can at least get a
accori
In the -proposal for new
start with those funds, espe-
Arche
trees, plantings would be 'on
cially 'if .the Public Works'
besid(
both sides of U.S. 64. As ' in .
Department will help with the
are P+
most Southern, towns, the
placating," he said. The board
Tony
local cemetery was originally
is also planning to put in trees
works
sep,re>rated -' by race_ with
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Vingerden family of
companies. To dart
giving back to the
community was a
company standard.
water quality.
Three quarters of an acre
of riparian trees were planted
next to Brandy Btanch to
improve bank stability and
nutrient. uptake will providing
additional shade so that the
Mills River can maintain its
waters for trout.
wo stormwater wetlands
were designed for new
greenhouse on Hooper Lane.
These wetlands will capture
the large runoff that will
come off the greenhouse
roofs. The wetlands will also
provide wildlife habitat.
Again working with the ,
Mills River Partnership, Van
Wingerden International has
approved plans to convert
their existing pond along
Highway 191 into a wetland.
The wetland will allow the
treatment of runoff from over
18 acres of roofs. By resur-
facing the edges on the pond
that the water is less deep,
nd plants will be able to
.. This wetland will also
store stormwater so that it .
will not adversely impact
Mills River.
These wetlands serve as
an example to any facility
with large areas.of roofs or
parking lots. By storing and
treating stormwater created
by these impervious sur-
faces,. water quality degrada-
tion and flood damage down-
stream can be reduced.
Bert Lemkes said the.com-
pany is -following in the tradi-
tion of Aart Van Wingerden
who: founded. the Van
L11C 11(:%'UC1JV11-
ville Tree Board
are seeking more
trees to shade the
burial plots in Oakdale Ceme-
tery.
"The cemetery got its name
from the grove of oak trees
where it was located," said
member Barbara Blatt. "Now
only a few of those magnificent
trees are still standing. Most of
the cemetery is without any
kind of tree.",
Board member Mac
Brackett agreed He, said the
subject will, be brought up in
the panel's next meeting,
scheduled for 4 p.m. July 6 in
the city's operation center,
305 Williams Street.
The two made a prelimi-
nary,survey, of the city -owned
cemetery Monday afternoon.
They said they will talk soon
ulc uurlal grounus.
. "It sounds like a good idea,"
Wooten said. "The problem
will be finding places for the
trees that will not harm the
burial plots." The- cemetery
contains about 34 acres and
has the remains of about
7,000 people, he said. Bari
Souther is the administrative
support specialist in charge of
plot sales.
In the proposal for new
trees, plantings would be on
both sides of U.S. 64. As in
most Southern towns, the
local cemetery was originally
segregated by race, with
African Americans buried .on
the north side of the highway
and whites'on the south side.
Inside the south acreage is`a
section owned by the. Agudas
Israel Congregation for
Jewish families.
Doaru ill Ule new C:1Ly Duuge[,
according to Brackett. The
tree board's main project this
year, he said, will be replacing
trees planted on Four
.Seasons Boulevard that have
not survived. He said the total
budget request will likely be
approved, since the same
amount was granted a year
ago.
"I think we can at least get a
start with those funds, espe-
cially 'if the Public Works
Department will help with the
planting," he said. The board
is also planning to put in trees
along U.S. 176, Brackett con-
tinued,, but money for these
would come from federal
funds.
Blatt said a detailed plan
will be made when the'board
gets a map of the cemetery. It
appears, she said, there are
for eacn locauon woula oe
decided by a landscape archi-
tect preparing an overall plan,
she added.
The Hendersonville -Tree
Board is, an advisory, group,
appointed by City Council, to
advise the council on land-
scaping and beautification
.generally and to protect land-
mark trees still standing,
according to chairwoman
Archer Browning. Members,
besides Brackett and Blatt,
are Patty Jane Dutcher and
Tony Slovacek. The public
works director. frequently
attends the monthly meet-
ings.
Besides its own initiatives,
the board is usually 'asked to
approve landscaping plans for
new real estate developments,
both residential and commer-
cial.
Is our beef and meat supply safe to eat?
s it safe to eat? -This is one
of the most frequently
questions asked when it
comes to beef and other
meats produced today. Thanks
to the wonderful news shows
on television now days, the
public is scared to eat meat
anymore. Next people will say,
`Well they are just letting us
know the truth about what
farmers have been hiding from
us for years.' To begin with
farmers haven't been hiding
anything, and another thing
don't always believe what you
see on TV. - : .
One of.the biggest concerns
that people have with .meat
deals with growth promotants
that are given to cattle. Growth
promotants are anabolic .
(growth -enhancing) sub-
stances. These promotants are
usually given as an implant in
the ear of the animal:and the
_.1 _� _ _ 1 11 1 . - 1
,AGRICULTURE
Chris Talley
through the endocrine system
of the animal. They work to
increase the growth of muscle
while decreasing the -deposi-
tion of fat. Sind a pound.of
muscle can be produced with
less feed than a pound of fat,
this allows the animal to gain
weight faster and allows it to.
convert feed to meat more effi-
mone free beef.
The United States regulatory
system -is the best in the world.
Growth implants in the United
States have undergone exten-
sive testing prior to being
cleared by the Food and Drug
Administration. 'The FDA
states the amount of extra hor-
mone in meat will not exceed 1
percent of the average amount
of that hormone, produced by a
person in the most sensitive
segment of the human popula-
tion: The FDA concludes that
the amount of.extra hormone
in meat that we consume is a
tiny fraction of what our bodies
naturally produce. There is no
distinguishing between natural-
ly occurring hormone levels
and.thatwhich results.from
hormone.treatment. Therefore,
the amount found in meat
resulting. from treatment is
negligible. This includes both ..
U.S. beef can be linked to a
number of thingsfrom eco-
nomics to the promotion of
their own beef. However,
those reasons are not the offi-
cial reasons. Some years ago .
the U.S. banned the use of
DES (a hormonally active sub-
stance. DES. however, did
remain in use in Europe.
Reports are that DES was ille-
gally used in veal calves in
Europe, and the publicity
caused some persons to seek a
ban on all hormone products
there. At the same time there
was a surplus of beef in
Europe, and the ban on hor-
mones in Europe was the
result. The United States
residue safety inspection is
second to none, and there are
safety margins built into rec-
ommendations of use. It
appears that the European ban
on hormone use is unjustified.
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while greatly reducing their
runoff into nearby streams.
Van Wingerden
International -has also worked
with the Mills River
Partnership to implement
other practices that improve
The company is
following in the
tradition of Aart Van
Wingerden who
founded the Van
Wingerden family of
companies. To Aart
giving back to. the
community was a
company standard...
water quality.
Three. quarters of an acre
of riparian trees were planted
next to Brandy Branch to
improve bank stability and
nutrient uptake will providing
additional shade so that the
Mills River can maintain its
cool waters for trout.
Two stormwater wetlands
were designed for new
greenhouse on Hooper Lane.
These wetlands will capture
the large 'runoff that will
come off the greenhouse
roofs. The wetlands will also
Provide wildlife habitat.
Again working with the ,
Mills River Partnership, Van
Wingerden International has
approved plans to convert
their existing pond along
Highway 191 into a wetland.
The wetland will allow the
treatment of runoff from over
18 acres of roofs. By resur-
facing the edges on the pond
so .that the water is less deep,
Wetland plants will be able to
grow. This wetland will also
store stormwater so that it .
will not adversely impact.
Mills River.
These wetlands serve as
an example to any facility
with large areas. of roofs or
parking lots., By storing and
treating stormwater created'
by these impervious .sur-
faces,. water quality degrada-
tion and flood damage down-
stream can be reduced.
-Bert Lemkes said the.com-
pang is -following in the tradi-
tion of Aart Van Wingerden
who founded -the Van
Wingerden family of compa- .
nies. To Aart giving back to
the, community was a compa-
ny standard..
It has been a pleasure to
work with Bert on the ripari-
an planting, and the wetlands.
From the start he has put a
lot of energy and.thought
into the conservation of Mills
River. '
Tom_Burnet is the resource
coordinator for the Mills
River Watershed Protection
Project
Mac' Brackett an'd•Barbara Blatt are standing near the U.S. 64 entrance to Oakdale Cemetery, lookin
portion of the cemetery. Blatt is pointing out an absence of trees in much of the area.
Tree hoard members want to see more plantings is
BY JIM WOOLDIUDGE
Times -News Correspondent
wo members of
the Henderson-
ville Tree Board
are seeking more
trees to shade the
burial plots in Oakdale -Ceme-
tery,
"The cemetery got its name
from the grove of oak trees
where it was located," said
member Barbara Blatt. "Now
only a few of those magnificent
trees are still standing. Most of
the cemetery is without any
kind of tree.".
Board member Mac
Brackett agreed He said the
subject will. be brought up in
the panel's next meeting,
scheduled for 4 p.m. July 6 in
the city's operation. center,
305 Williams Street. ` .
The two made a prelimi-
nary!survey of the city -owned
cemetery Monday afternoon.
They said they will talk soon
with Public Works Director
Tom Hooten, whose depart-
ment manages and maintains
the burial grounds.
. "It sounds like a good idea,"
Wooten said. "The problem
will be finding places for the
trees that will not harm the
burial plots." The- cemetery
contains about 34 acres and
has the remains of about
7,000 people, he said. Bari
Souther is the administrative
support specialist in charge of
plot sales.
In the proposal for new
trees, plantings would be on
both sides of U.S. 64. As in
most Southern towns, the
local cemetery was originally
segregated by race, with
African Americans buried .on
the north. side of the highway
and whites on the south side.
Inside the south acreage is a
section owned by the Agudas
Israel Congregation for
Jewish families.
The cost of the new trees
could probably come from
the $5,000 asked by the Tree
-Board in the new city budget,
according to Brackett. The
tree board's main project this
year, he said, will be replacing
trees planted on Four
Seasons Boulevard that have
not survived. He said the total
budget request will likely be
approved,. since the same
amount was granted a year
ago.
"I think we can at least get a
start with those funds, espe-
cially 'if the Public Works
Department will help with the
planting," he said. The board
is also planning to put in trees
along U.S. 176, Brackett con-
tinued, but money for these
would come from federal
funds.
Blatt said. a detailed. plan
will be made when the board
gets a map of the cemetery. It
appears, she said, there are
cor:
tree
bun
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Mm s it safe to eat? -This is one
of the most frequently
questions asked when it
comes to beef and other
meats produced today. Thanks
to the wonderful news shows
on television now days, the
public is scared to eat meat
anymore. Next people will say,
Well they are just -letting us
know the truth about what
farmers have been hiding from
us for years.' To begin with
farmers haven't been hiding
anything, and another thing
don't always believe what you
see on TV
One of the biggest concerns
that people have with _meat
deals with growth promotants .
that are given to cattle. Growth
promotants are anabolic .
(growth -enhancing) sub-
stances. These promotants are
usually given a5-an implant in
the ear of the animal and the
the
is gradually released
into the bloodstream. The
anabolic agents in implants
are: estrogenic (female),
androgenic (male), or,'
progestogenic (male) hor-
mones.
Why use growth promotants
at all? Growth promotants add
millions of dollars to the beef
industry every year. The bene=
fits of growth promotants are:
savings in feed costs; a shorter
feed time; feed conversion effi-
ciency; and an improvement in
the rate of muscle gain.
Growth promotantswork
.AGRICULTURE
Chris Talley
through the endocrine system
of the animal. They work to
increase the growth of muscle
while decreasing the deposi-
tion of fat. Since a pound of
muscle can be produced with
less feed than a pound of fat,
this allows the animal to gain
weight faster and allows it to
convert feed to meat more effi-
ciently.
Now you say that sounds
good, but the animal has all of
this extra hormone in its sys-
tem now. The implant does
release a small steady. amount
of hormone into the animal's
system. Since animals natural-
ly produce hormones there is a
very small amount of hormone
in the animal's muscle at all
times.
The majority of the extra
hormone supplied by the
implant is either metabolized
or excreted by the animal. ' '
There is no such thing as hor-
mone free beef.
The United States regulatory
system,is the best in the world.
Growth implants in the United
States have undergone exten-
sive testing prior to being
cleared by the Food and Drug
Administration. The FDA.
states the amount of extra hor-
mone in meat will not exceed 1.
percent of the average amount
of that hormone;produced by a
person in the most sensitive
segment of the human popula-
tion. The FDA concludes that
the amount of.extra hormone
in meat that we consume is a
tiny fraction of what our bodies
naturally produce. There is no
distinguishing between natural-
ly occurring hormone levels
and,that,which results from
hormone. treatment. Therefore,
the amount found in meat
resulting from treatment is
negligible. This includes both
natural and synthetic hor-
mones.
How much hormone is actu-
ally in a serving of beef? The
amount of estrogen hormone
in a.3-ounce serving of beef
from an implanted steer is 1.9
nanograms (a nanogram is a
billionth of a gram). How does
that compare? Everyday, a
man produces 136,000
nanograms, and a female child
produces 54,000 nanograms
naturally.
If the hormones in the meat
are safe then why is U.S. beef
banned in Europe? The ban of

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Vol. 118—No.. 47 SECOND CLASS POSTAGE o2004The Trai
PAID AT BREVARD, N.C. ZIP CODE 28712 USPS 637620 BREVARD, N.G., MONDAY, JUNE, 14, 2004 . All rigs
Ragsdale Chosen
A-s' `Friend Of.,
.The River'
The Land=of-Sky Regional
Council presented "Friend of the
River" Awards Tuesday, June 8,
2004 -at the annual "Friends of
the River" Dinner in Asheville.
The awards recognize individu-
als,.private organizations, civic
groups; and/or public agencies
in . Buncombe, Henderson,
Madison, and Transylvania
counties who have made sig-
nificant contributions toward the
enhancement or restoration of
the French Broad River as .a
cultural, economic, natural, or
recreational resource. The six
Award 'winners were:
Dr. Larry Ragsdale. of Bre-
vard College.. Dr. Ragsdale .is
Chair of the.: Environmental
Studies, Math and Natural Sci=
ences Department at the College
and has built this program into a
highly. successful. and 'sought
after course of study. He has
played major roles in .the King
Creek 'Restoration .Project,
FOCUS 2020 visioning project,
the ,formation of ;the Transyl-
vania Natural Resource Council.
and many other local and re-
gional environmental efforts.
Dennis Honnold of Hender-
son,.
County. . Dennis "has been
involved..iri .water quality issues
for almost a decade. He chaired
the Environmental and Conser-
vation Organization's Environ-
mental. Education Committee
and helped establish a college
scholarship program.. /He also
currently chairs its Water Qual-
ity Committee and established.a
Larry Ragsdale
model biological --monitoring
program that monitors'the health
of stream couritywide.
Van Wingerden International
located in Mills River.. Accept-
ing was President' Bert Lemkes.
Van Wingerden has gone above
and beyond state. standards'to. ip-
stall measures to protect stream
quality in Brandy 'Branch and
the Mills River. Measures in-
clude. a state-of-the-art green-
house recycled irrigation sys-
tem, storm water wetlands to.'
treat runoff and vegetative --buff-
ers along streams to protect wa'-
ter,mquality. The State now con
siders this operation a model for
other greenhouse operations.
Burline Pullin. of TVA... Bur -
line has been -instrumental in the
success of many. water quality
improvement projects in . WNC
through. her position•with TVA's
Resource Stewardship Group.
She supported the French Broad
River Voluntary Buffer Partner=
ship, secured`' funds for the Mud
Creek Watershed Project, and.
helped 'obtain nonpoint source
pollution inventories for the
Swannanoa, Pigeon and Mud
Creek Watersheds:
Stephanie Wilds. of Black
Mountain. Stephanie was nomi-'
nated .'by the Town of Black
Mountain for her leadership in
the development of . the River -
Walk Park: She donated many
hours over several years to make
this ark 1' Sh l
p area rty. e a so
worked with`RiverLink to install
storm water treatment devices at .
the Park to protect the Swan-
nanoa River. _
Patten Seed Company. CEO
Jim Roquemore accepted the
award. Patten Seed -Company
worked with the Carolina
Mountain Land Conservancy- '
and the French - Broad' River
Voluntary..Buffer Partnership to
.protect a vegetative buffer along
3 miles' of the. River and also
place an easement on the 360
acre Horseshoe Bend Farm to
protect it as a working farm for,
ever: The Company is also
placing agricultural .or conser-
vation easements on its other' .
farms in'the area to'help-protect
water quality and stream health:

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor NCDENFZ
William G. Ross, Jr.,,Secretary
Alan W. Khmek, P.E., Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY' SECTION
September 9, 2003
Mr. Bert Lemkes
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
556 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Subject:
Dear Mr.. Lemkes:
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: In Compliance
NPDES Permit Number NCO070335
Van Wingerden International
Sewage Treatment Plant
Henderson County
Attached is the report resulting from my September 4, 2003 inspection of the sewage
treatment plant serving Van Wingerden's Henderson County operation. I found the plant to be well
operated and maintained. The plant had a healthy activated sludge, which settled nicely, tablets
were present in the tube chlorinator and both blowers were operating properly. Danielle Hunter with
James & James Environmental Management, is doing a good job of taking care of the plant for you.
Should you have need to discuss matters relating to wastewater treatment please do not
hesitate to call me at 828-251-6208.
Sincerely,
V_J
Roy M. DaWis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
xc: James & James Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place, Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20.460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Com liance Inspection ReDort
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 u 31 NCO070335 111 121 03/09/04 17 18ICI 19ISI 20 U
u U tJ
Remarks
2111111111111IJill IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII11166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA -------------------Reserved ----------- ----------
67' 169 70 U 71 U 72 U 73 U 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)
09:30 AM 03/09/04
01/02/01
Van Wingerden International
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
4112 Haywood Road/NC Hwy
Horse Shoe NC 28742
10:00 AM 03/09/04
06/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)rritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/
Harry 7ames//82B-674-8169/
Roger Levi//828-891-4116/
Name, Address of Responsible Officialrritle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Roger Levi,556 Jeffress Rd Fletcher NC 28732//828-891-4116/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary
Danielle Hunter is doing a good job of maintaining and operating the sewage treatment plant serving Van
Wingerded.
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roy M Davis ARO WQ//828-251-6208/828-251-6452
Signature anagement Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

Regional FillMnspectors Check List for Field "eirarneters
Name of site to be Inspected: Vrn W1 N GLR`� e"r�( Date: LT 03
Field certification # (if applicable): Inspector:
NPDES #: Region: S 1-4 IE- Yk
I. Circle the parameter or parameters performed at this site.
=C�Iorine,ett olids, pF ,�, Con vity, emperature
It. Instrumentation:
A. Does the facility have the equipment necessary to analyze field parameters as circled above?
1.
A pH meter
Yes _
No
2.
A Residual Chlorine meter
es
No
14- R cv-�-
3.
DO meter
No
4.
A Cone for settleable solids
Yes .
&0!n
5.
A thermometer or meter that measures temperature.
Yes '
No
6.
Conductivity meter
Yes
No —
Ill. Cali bration/A►nalysis;
1. Is the pH meter calibrated with 2 buffers and
checked with a third buffer each day of use? No
2. For Total Residual Chlorine, is a check standard
day
No
analyzed each of use?
es
3. Is the air c J111 e DO meter performed
each day of u
Yes
No
4. For Settle s, is 1 liter of sample
settled for 1 our.
Yes
No
5. Is the temperature measuring device calibrated
annually against a certified thermometer?
Yes
No
6. For Condu , ' ' is ibration standard
analyzed each d of us _
Yes
No

IV. Documentation:
1. Is the date and time that the sample was collected documented. Yes
No
2. Is the sample site documented?
Yes
No .
3. Is the sample collector documented?
Yes
No
4. Is the analysis date and time documented?
Yes
No
5. Did the analyst sign the documentation?
Yes
No
6. Is record of calibration documented?
Yes
No
7. For Settleable s, i mple volume and
1 hour time settli Ime cumented?
Yes
No
8. For Temperature, is the annual calibration of
the measuring device documented?
Yes
No
Comments:
Please submit a copy of this completed form to the Laboratory Certification Program.
DWQ Lab Certification
Chemistry Lab
Courier # 52-01-01
FIELD INSPECTOR CHECKLIST REV. 04/23/2002

North Carolina Division of Water Quality
System Performance Annual Report
1617 Mail Service Center
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617
Monday, March 10, 2003
Re: Permit NCO070335
To Whom It May Concern:
M
MAR 1 s 2003
MAR
14 2003
Enclosed please find our signed confirmation regarding the Performance Annual Report
for our wastewater treatment plant.
Please let us know if there is anything else we need to send you.
V
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Natu e's Heritage
International Inc.
556 Jeffress Road a Fletcher, North Carolina a 828.891.4116 Q Fax [phone]

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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 287758
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General information
Facility/System Name: Van Wingerden International, Inc.
Responsible Entity: Burt Lemke
Person in Charge/Contact: Burt Lemke
Applicable Permit(s): NCO070335
A copy of the PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT has already been filed
with you by James & James Environmental Management and should be in your
possession at this time. On that report, the certification was stated that 1, the
owner of this Entity, has received a copy of this report and was directed to give
the users knowledge of the report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further ce5jfiLthat this report has been made available to the users
or customers of the med sy em and that those users have been notified of
its availability. t
Responsible Persov
Title
Entity V&&j-LLWC--76-E--V l i' T lAJ?-
9//0 3
Date

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.DAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC.28758
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General Information
Facility/System Name: Ilan Wingerden International, Inc:
Responsible Entity: Burt Lemke,`
Person in Charge/Contact: Burt Lemke
Applicable Permit(s): NCO070335
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Van Wingerden is a gravity feed system that flows into a 5,000 gallon treatment
system with a clarifier, digester, chlorine tube feeder, and chlorine contact chamber.
II. Performance
Text Summary of System Performance for Calendar Year 2002
This system is an excellent running faciltty. The month of September proved to be a
difficult month, but the rest of the year ran very smoothly. The facility was able to
regain and maintain compliance in September.
List (by Month) any violations of permit conditions or other environmental
regulations. Monthly lists should include discussion of any environmental impacts
and corrective measures taken to address violations. Attach additional sheets if needed.
September 16 - TSS t@ 49.3

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Jaynes & Jaynes Env. Mgt System: Permit M
Van Wingerden International NC0070335
111. Notification:
A copy of this report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification
of the availability of this report to each of their users. A certified statement will be
sent to the State when this issue has been rectified.
IV. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best
of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the
users or customers of the named system and that those users have been notified
of its availability. (please see below)
I certify that this report has been given to the Owner of this Entity with explicit
directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be either viewed or received. James & James
Environmental cannot certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose
a letter of certification to be mailed to the State of North Carolina on behalf of this
Entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the conclusion
of this requirement.
Juanita James/ James & James Environmental Management, Inc. 2I25003
Responsible Person Date
Title
Entity

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources.
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
January 27, 2003
Mr. Bert Lemkes
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
1856 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
N
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NCDENVI
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: In Compliance
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
NPDES Permit Number NCO070335
Sewage Treatment Plant
Henderson County
Dear Mr. Lemkes:
Attached is the report resulting from my January 23, 2003 inspection of the sewage treatment
plant serving Van Wingerden International's Henderson County operation. I found the plant to be
extremely well operated and maintained. All items mentioned in my February 7, 2002 inspection
report were attended to. Both plant blowers were operating properly, the plant had a healthy
activated sludge, tablets were present in the tube chlorinator and most importantly, the plant was
producing a very clear effluent. Danielle Hunter with James & James Environmental Management
is doing a fine job of taking care of the plant for you.
Should you have need. to discuss matters relating to wastewater treatment please do not
hesitate to call me at 828-251-6208.
Sincerely,
Roy M. Davis
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
xc: James & James Environmental Management
59 Woodfin Place, Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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United States Etal Protection Agency Form Approved
Wash D.C. 20460 OMB No. 2040-0003
Approval Expires 7-31-85
EPA NPDES Compliance Inspection Report
Section A: National Data System Coding
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN I 215 I 31 NCO070335 111 12 103/01/23 117 18 I c I 19 I S I 201 2 I
Remarks
IIIIIIIIIIIIilllllllllllllllllll
Reserved Facility Evaluation Rating BI QA ----------------------------------- Reserved ---------------------
66
67
1
1
69 70
1 1
71
1 72
1
73
1
1
74 75
1
1
1
1
1
1
80
Section B: Facility Date
ame and Location of Facility Inspected
Entry Time
Permit Effective Date
in Wingerden International. Inc.
1000
May 25, 2001
Anderson County
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
1300,03/01/23
February 28,2006
ame(s) of On -Site Representative (s)/Title(s)
Phone No(s)
inieRe Hunter
1-828-697-0063
Imes Ft James Environmental Management
ame, Address of Responsible Official
Title
)ger Levi
Construction/ Maintenance Manager
156 Jeffress Road; Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Phone No.
Contacted
1-828-891-4116
Yes
action C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection CODES S - Satisfactory M - Marginal U - Unsatisfactory N - Not evaluated/Not
S
Permit
S
Flow Measurement
NA
Pretreatment
S
Operations lr
Records/Reports
Facility Site Review
Laboratory
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Compliance Schedules
Self -Monitoring Program
Maintenance
Disposal
Other:
S
NA
NA
S Sludge
S
S
S
action D: Summary of Findings/Comments (Attach additional sheets if necessary)
ie sewage treatment plant serving Van Wingerded International is being well operated and maintained.
ame s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)
Agency/Office/Telephone
Date
�y vis
DWQ/ARO 828-251-6208
1 ��
;natu a Review r \
Agency/Office
DWQ/ARO 828-251-6208
Date
t10,
Regulatory Office Use Only
:tion Taken
Date
Compliance Status
❑ Noncompliance
7
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State of North Carolina 40
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
M
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NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WATER QUALITY SECTION
Mr. Bert Lemkes
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
1856 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Dear Mr. Lemkes:
January 27, 2003
Subject: Completion of Irrigation Water
Recycling System
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
NPDES Permit Number NCO070335
Special Order by Consent No. 93-022
Henderson County
We are in receipt of your letter dated January 13, 2003 in which you inform us that Van
Wingerden has completed construction of 35 acres of greenhouse irrigation water recycling system.
This was done in accordance with the requirements of the Special Order agreed to by the Company
and the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission almost ten years ago. For the past
several years Mr. Roy Davis has followed construction progress at Van Wingerden and on January
23 of this year confirmed completion of the irrigation water recycling system. With completion of this
last phase Van Wingerden has fulfilled all construction specified by the Special Order.
Please accept the Division's appreciation for Van Wingerden's cooperation in the completion
of this project. Roy Davis has on numerous occasions noted Van Wingerden's willing and
collaborative attitude. This effort has placed your Henderson County greenhouses in the forefront
for your industry in this State in terms of reducing surface water pollution. If we can ever be of
assistance, please do not hesitate to call us.
Sinc rely,
Forrest R. estall
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
59 Woodfin Place, Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina 40
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
January 23, 2003-
Mr. Bert Lemkes
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
556 Jeffess Road
Fletcher, North Carolina 28732
Dear Mr: Lemkes:
M
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NCDENFt
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Tax Certification TCS-AV-001
Irrigation Water Recycling System
Van Wingerden International; Inc.
Henderson County
Transmitted herewith is Tax Certification Number TCS-AV-001 covering
the construction and operation of an irrigation. water recycling system
serving three acres of the Glass House greenhouse complex located at 4116
Haywood Road as described below:
Construction and operation of an irrigation water recycling systems
consisting of "ebb and flood" tables, valves, pumps, controls, filters,
piping and irrigation water storage tanks for the purpose of eliminating
the discharge of contaminated irrigation water to the State's surface
waters.
The Company may use this Certification to obtain tax benefits in
keeping with the appropriate Statutes.
Sincerely,
Alan W.wimek,.E.
Enclosure
xc: Terry Lyda
Roy Davis
59 Woodfin Place, Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
TAX•CERTIFICATION #TCS-AV-001
VAN WINGERDEN INTERNATIONAL, INC.
In accordance with the provisions of the General Statutes of North
Carolina (G.S.105-122(d), 105-130.10, 105-147(13), 105-275(8), this is to
certify that Van Wingerden International, Inc. located in
HENDERSON COUNTY
HAS BEEN ISSUED
TAX CERTIFICATION NUMBER TCS-AV-001 for construction of an irrigation
water recirculation system consisting of "ebb and flood" tables, valves,
pumps, controls, filters, piping and irrigation water storage tanks to
serve three acres of the Glass House green house complex on Haywood Road.
The Environmental Management Commission and the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources have found that the facility:
a. has been constructed or installed;
b. complies with the requirements of the Commission;
C. is being effectively operated in accordance with the terms
and conditions of the permit, certificate of approval, or
other document of approval issued by the Commission; and
d. has as its primary rather than incidental purpose the
reduction,of water pollution resulting from the discharge of
waste.
Issued at Asheville, North Carolina, this the 23d day January, 2003 by the
North Carolina Environmental Management Commission and the North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
59 Woodfin Place, Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina 0
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
January 23, 2003
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
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TO: Forrest R. Westall
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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SUBJECT: Tax Certification Number TCS-AV-001
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
Irrigation Water Recycling System
Henderson County, North Carolina
I have confirmed the construction and operation of the irrigation
water recycling facility at Van Wingerden International. The facility,
as described in the attached letter, is being operated satisfactorily.
Therefore, the attached Tax Certification has been prepared for your
signature.
Enclosure
59 Woodfin Place, Asheville North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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VAN 4RGERJ)EN
INTERWIONM , INC.
Thursday, January 09, 2003
Mr. Roy M. Davis;
DEHNR
Division of Environmental Management
Interchange Building
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville NC 28801
Re: - -Special Order By Consent
EMC WO No. 93-022
Dear Mr. Davis:
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We are requesting your assistance in filing an Application for Business Property Tax
Exemption for Henderson County. We are filing this application with regard to
improvements we have made in the past calendar year 2002. We have spent
another $625,000 during 2002 to install an additional three acres.
We request your certification in writing -that thisf project is part of the recycling
system that eliminates the runoff of irrigation water, consisting of "ebb and flood"
tables; • valves, pumps, controls, piping and irrigation water storage tanks. We
would appreciate receiving this certification as soon as possible.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Kind
International Inc.
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Encl.: Application for Business�Property Tax Exemption
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556 Jeffress Road I@ Fletcher, North Carolina a 828.891.4116 Fax [phone]

Form AV-12
(Rev. 4-94)
YEAR
2002
APPLICATION FOR BUSINESS PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
County Henderson City or Town
Trade Name of Business Van Wingerden International, , Inc.
Name -'of Owner, Mills River Partners/Van Wingerden International, Inca
1856 Jeffress Road
Location of PropertyGlass House Mailing Address Fletcher NC 28732
INSTRUCTIONS
Under the provisions of G.S. 105-282.1, every owner of the types of property described below claiming exemption
or exclusion from property taxes thereon must demonstrate that it meets the statutory. requirements.for exemption
or classification. Claims for exemption or exclusion must be filed annually with the Assessor of the county in which
the property is located during the statutory listing period. (See Reverse Side)
The undersigned owner or authorized representative hereby petitions for exemptions or exclusion of the following
described property.
Taxpayers Cost
( ) 1. Imported property held at seaport terminal
( ) 2. Special nuclear materials
( X) 3. Property used for pollution abatement and recycling
( ) 4. Property held in a foreign.trade zone
( ) 5. Cargo containers and chassis used in ocean commerce
6. Advances on farm products by U. S..Govt.'Agency or
cooperative marketing association
105-275(2) -
105-275(6)
105-275(8)
105-275(23)
105-275(24)
105-277.01
$625, 0.00
$625,000
TOTAL
The above statutory citations are for identification purposes only.
Full texts -of all exemption and classification statutes are available at the office of the county Assessor.
AFFIRMATION
Under penalties prescribed by law, I hereby affirm that to the best of my know belief, the statements in this
application are true and correct and are made for the purpose of exempting the perty here'n described from taxation. I
further affirm that the"amounts claimed on this form are taken from the recor of the taxpay r and may be verified from
said records. .
Signature (%kotn> r or authorized representative
H. J. t Lemkes
President .[phone], Ext-4118
Title Telephone No.
APPROVED"'E3 YES ® NO

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Form AV-12 (Reverse)
TEXT OF STATUTE PROVIDING FOR FILING OF APPLICATION FOR PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION
G.S. 105-282.1 Applications for property tax exemption or exclusion. -
(a) Every owner of property claiming exemption or exclusion from property taxes under the provisions of this Subchapter has the burden
of establishing that the property is entitled thereto. Except as provided below, an owner claiming exemption or exclusion shall annually file an
application for exemption or exclusion during the listing period. If the property for which the exemption or exclusion is claimed is appraised by the
Department of Revenue, the application shall be filed with the Department. Otherwise, the application shall be filed with the assessor of the county
in which the property is situated. An application must contain a complete and accurate statement of the facts that entitle the property to the exemption
or exclusion and must indicate the municipality, if any, in which the property is located. Each application filed with the Department of Revenue or an
--assessor shall be submitted.on a form approved by the Department. Application forms shall be made available by the assessor and the Department,
as appropriate.
(1) The United States government, the State of North Carolina and the counties and municipalities of the State are exempted from
the requirement that owners file applications for exemption.
(2) Owners of the special classes of property excluded from taxation under G.S. 105-275(5), (15), (16), (26), (31), (32a), (33), (34),
or (40); or 'exempted under G.S. 105-278.2 are not required to file applications for the exclusion or exemption of that property.
(3) After an owner of property entitled to exemption under G.S. 105-278.3, 105-278.4, 105-278.5, 105.278.6, 105-278.7, or
105-278.8 or exclusion under G.S. 105-275(3), (7), (12), or (39), G.S. 105-277.1 or G.S. 105-278 has applied for exemption or
exclusion and the exemption or exclusion has been approved, the owner is not required to file an application in subsequent years
except in the'following circumstances:
a. New or additional property is acquired or improvements are added or removed, necessitating a change in the valuation of the
property, or
b. There is a change in the use of the property or the qualifications or eligibility of the taxpayer necessitating a review of the
exemption or exclusion.
(4) After an owner of property entitled to exclusion under G.S. 105-277.10 has applied for the exclusion and the exclusion has
been approved, the owner is not required to apply for the exclusion in subsequent years so long as the classified property, including
classified property acquired after the application is approved, is used or held for use directly in manufacturing or processing as part
of industrial machinery.
(5) Upon a showing of good cause by the applicant for failure to make a timely application, an application for exemption or exclusion
_ ... filed after the close of the listing period may be approved by the Department of Revenue, the board of equalization and review, the
board of county commissioners, or the governing body of a municipality, as appropriate. An untimely application for exemption
or'bxclusion approved under this subdivision applies only to property taxes levied by the county or municipality in the calendar year
in which the untimely application is filed.
(b) The Department of Revenue or the assessor to whom an application for exemption or exclusion is submitted shall review the application
'and either approve or deny the application. Approved applications shall be filed and made available to all taxing units in which the exempted or
excluded property is situated. If the Department denies an application for exemption or exclusion, it shall notify the taxpayer, who may appeal the
denial to the Property Tax Commission.
If an assessor denies an application for exemption or exclusion, he shall notify the owner of his decision in time for him to appeal to the
board of equalization and review and from the county board to the Property Tax Commission. If the notice of denial covers property located within
a municipality, the assessor shall send a copy of the notice and a copy of the application to the governing body of the municipality. The municipal
governing board shall then advise the owner whether it will adopt the decision of the county board or require the owner to file a separate appeal with
the municipal governing body. In the event the owner is required to appeal to the municipal governing body and that body renders an adverse decision,
the owner may appeal to the Property Tax Commission. Nothing in this section shall prevent the governing body of a municipality from denying an
application which has been approved by the assessor or by the county board provided the owner's rights to notice and hearing are not abridged.
Applications handled separately by a municipality shall be filed in the office of the person designated by the governing body, or in the absence of such
designation, in the office of the chief fiscal officer of the municipality.
(c) When an owner of property that maybe eligible for exemption or exclusion neither lists the property nor files an application for exemption
or exclusion, the assessor or the Department of Revenue, as appropriate, shall proceed to discover the property. If, upon appeal, the owner
demonstrates that the property meets the conditions for exemption or exclusion, the body hearing the appeal may approve the. exemption or exclusion.
Discovery of the property by the Department or the county shall automatically constitute a discovery by any taxing unit in which the property, has a
taxable situs.
(d) The county assessor shall prepare and maintain a roster of all property in the county that is granted tax relief through classification or
exemption. As to affected real and personal property, the roster shall set forth:
(1) The, name of the owner of the property.
(2) A brief description of the property.
(3) A statement of the use to which the property is put.
(4) A statement of the value of the property.
(5) The total value of exempt property in the county and in each municipality therein.
(e) A duplicate copy of the roster shall be forwarded to the Department of Revenue on or before November 1, 1974. In subsequent years,
on or before November 1, a report shall be filed with the Department of Revenue showing all changes since the last report.

VANWINGERDEN INTERNATIONAL POLICY
CONTROL AND ELIMINATION OF DISCHARGE OF
POLLUTANTS AND CONTAMINANTS
VanWingerden International Inc. will eliminate any discharge of
pollutant or contaminant into state surface waters. The following
operational guidelines for greenhouse activities and standard
management practices for all facilities will be used to implement
a plan for zero discharge.
In addition to the following, also refer to your applicator
certification manual and the Vanwingerden International Grower's
Handbook, a copy of which is available at each range.
Only certified pesticide applicators or those under the direct
supervision of a certified pesticide applicator will handle, mix,
or apply pesticides.
Only pesticides approved by the production manager will used.
Before the introduction of any new product a label and M.S.D.S.
will be obtained for study.
Detailed records of all pesticide use are kept on file by each
applicator. Records of use of Restricted Use Pesticides are kept
separately by the applicator for reference as required.
We will limit the use of insecticides and fungicides with
aggressive integrated pest management, monitoring of peat
populations, targeting only the crop and the problem pest.
Always read the product label thoroughly before each use. Follow
instructions and take precautions listed.
Careful, conservative, and accurate use of pesticides will be
practiced. This is accomplished by accurate calculation of the
amount of pesticide needed to effectively achieve control.
Do not mix more pesticide solution than needed. Determine total
area to be sprayed. Determine the lowest effective rate for
control.
Use of Restricted Use pesticides will be limited. If effective
alternatives are available always use those first.
Use biocontrols where possible, including biological pesticides
such as Gnatrol and Margosan-O and other environmentally safe
products.

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Be sure that application equipment is maintained and in working
order to insure that all mixes are used as labelled and no excess
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All containers and residue will be disposed of as labelled.
If pesticide wastes cannot be disposed of by use according to
label instructions, contact:
N.C. State Pesticide or Environmental Control Agency
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Atlanta at 404-347-3222.
In case of spill or leak follow label instructions and refer to
the product's M. S. D. S. for proper handling or contact Chemtrec
for advice. CHEMTREC 800-424-9300.
All containers will be properly stored. No pesticide or
fertilizer is to be received from a supplier if the container is
not in good condition or properly labelled or if the label is
damaged.
All pesticide runoff is prohibited.
All irrigation water and fertilizer will be used in a
conservative way to eliminate runoff. Watering stations will be
monitored closely to eliminate over watering that leads -to water
spilling onto floors and into drains.
In ranges which use gutter table systems, tables will be aligned
and watering sets full before watering begins. Watering headers
and return gutters, filters and screens will be maintained to
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Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
January 9, 2006
Mr. Bert Lemkes
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Van Wingerden International, Inc. JAN '1 8 2006
1856 Jeffress Road
Fletcher, NC 28732
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Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO070335
Van Wingerden International, Inc. WWTP
Henderson County
Dear Mr. Lemkes:
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
Memoranduin"6f Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency dated May 9,1994 (or as subsequently amended).
Please be.aware that the Mills River is listed as an impaired stream on North. Carolina's 303(d)
list. This means that the stream does not meet all water quality standards. Although non -point
sources are -the main contributor to this degradation, the Division will continue to monitor
compliance at your facility and take appropriate steps should the discharge be found to cause any
further impairment of the stream.
This final permit includes no changes from the draft permit sent to you on November 9, 2005. "
Please be aware of the following changes found in this permit that are not contained in the
current permit:
• A Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) daily maximum limit has been added; however, the limit
will not become effective until September 1, 2007 (18 months following,the effective date of
the permit).
9 A daily maximum limit for ammonia for the summer months has been added to the permit.
This limit shall become effective on April 1, 2006, the first day of the summer months
following the effective date of the permit.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCarohna .
Phone: [phone]! FAX [phone] / Internet:: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
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Mr. Bert Lemkes
NPDES Permit NCO070335 Renewal
The Division received comment in response to the public notice for the proposed reissuance of
this permit, in each case requesting the discharge be eliminated because the discharge occurs
upstream of a municipal drinking water intake, and because public sewer service is expected to
be available in the area near the Van Wingerden facility within the year. Copies of these
comments are provided as attachments to this letter. While the Division is not requiring the
elimination of the discharge at this time, the circumstances surrounding this discharge are such
that we strongly urge you to seriously investigate the possibility of connecting to the county's
sewer system when it becomes available.
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 iri the form of a written
petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the
Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-
6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect
the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water
Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management
Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Bob Sledge at telephone
number [phone], extension 547.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Central Files
NPDES Unit
James S. Erwin, Jr. / Henderson County Utilities Department (235 St. John Road, Unit F,
Fletcher, NC 28732) '
David Hanks / City of Asheville (P.O. Box 7148, Asheville, NC 28802)
Francine Durso / Clean Water Management Trust Fund (530 North Wilmington Street,
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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 provisions 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,.
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Van Wingerden International, Inc.
NC Highway 191
near Mills River
Henderson County
to receiving waters designated as Brandy Branch in the French Broad River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts
I, II,111 and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective March 1, 2006.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on February 28, 2011.
Signed this day January 9, 2006./I,,- '
n W. Klimek, P.E., Director
ivision of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0070335
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.
Van Wingerden International, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD extended aeration wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
♦ Extended aeration basin with digester
♦ Clarifier
♦ Chlorine contact basin
The facility is located near Mills River at the Van Wingerden International WWTP off of NC
Highway 191 in Henderson County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Brandy
Branch, classified WS-IV waters in the French Broad River Basin.

Permit NCO070335
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS -FINAL
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the.
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored
by the Permittee as specified below:
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1. The limit for total residual chlorine shall become effective September 1, 2007 (18 months
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Ave=
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 DaTv
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 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
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shall be taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at
intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detention time of the
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed six hours nor
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or' any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24=hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic'mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
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. The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or thecessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< (detection level]') shall be considered =1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at ,least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
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Monthly Average (concentration limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges..
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limitl
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property 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 Clean Water Act.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Perniittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational, error, improperly. designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such -discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply -
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any- such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement imposed in a. pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or .subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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d. Any person who knowing violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(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 $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I`penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each- day during -which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part 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
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages; such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion. of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severabili1y
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of thi.
permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainde
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 totoReaoply
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:
p) For a corporation: by a responsible .corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary,: treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b.. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
.2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
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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]:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 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
13: Permit Modification Revocation and Reissuance or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permtttee 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) (4)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. _Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Pemuttee. 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
Permttee 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.02011.
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility.must:
➢ Visit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]
4. By-passing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m)' (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. G. (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.
p) of this section.
5. up —Sets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during, administrative review of claims that
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noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an actionfor noncompliance, is final administrative -action -
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof [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
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 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
L Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit. Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41
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 I, Ll, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with'a
maximum deviation of less than.10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.411.
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 rmnimurrl detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.411.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Pem-Aittee'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 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The. Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting.
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other, documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. - Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this.
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise,
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [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) 0).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Pemmittee 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 except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.410) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
Provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this ,permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
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6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.410) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported -under Part 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 p) (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 122.410) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any' other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
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not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment 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 of the Division of Water Quality, conduct groundwater
monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current
groundwater standards.
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";
0) One hundred micrograms, per liter 000 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
0 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine 'or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels';
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 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 Penittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules; regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNCIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWsI
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following.
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to
section 301 or 306. of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in ,the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
C. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit.
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 2H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS1
The Permittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at least once every five years.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.5.).
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least once every five
years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any
subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation
of the need to revise local.limits (ie., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.421. 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 & 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 Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capadty of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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Authorization to Construct (A to C)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of
an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their SIUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. The Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (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
once per calendar year;
8. SIU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit,
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
9. Enforcement Response Plan (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 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.
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports P AR,)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be
required to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following -
a) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial
Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program 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 SF)
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Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SIU). These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms
(IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules,
public notice of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the
opinion of the Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment
implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division approved Sewer Use Ordinance with
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list
shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain 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.
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment program.
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H.0907..
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SOC PRIORITY PROJECT:
IF YES, SOC NUMBER
TO: PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ATTENTION:Susan Wilson
DATE: 4/3/95
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
COUNTY Henderson
PERMIT NUMBER NCO070335
Yes No XX
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Van Wingerden International ,Inc.
4112 Haywood Rd.(HWY 191) Mills River, NC
Mailing: 556 Jeffress Rd.
Fletcher, NC 28732
2. Date of Investigation: 3/24/95
3. Report Prepared By: Linda Wiggs
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number:Bert Lemkes/Roger Levi
704-891-4116
5. Directions to -Site: From Asheville-HWY 26E to HWY 280, turn
right. Travel to HWY 191 (Haywood Rd), turn left travel
approx. 1 mile, Van Wingerden is on the right.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35023/0/1 Longitude: 82033/38/1
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and
discharge point on map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No. F8NE U.S.G.S. Quad Name Skyland
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application?
x Yes No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included):Flat, not in
flood plain.
9. Location of nearest dwelling:approx. 300,
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Brandy Branch
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: FrB 040303
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream
uses: Some urban runoff, agriculture runoff and wildlife
habitat. Proposed WS intake downstream @ FrB and Mills Rvr.
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PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted? 0.005 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Wastewater
Treatment facility? 0.005MGD
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current
design capacity 0.005MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two years:
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: Extended
aeration with chlorine contact facility.
f._ Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
` facilities
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters:chlorine
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only):
in development approved
should,be required not needed
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: ORC hires AAA
septic co. to pump, this co. disposes at the Brevard Plant.
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
Permit Number
Residuals Contractor
Telephone Number
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
C. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify):
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet):
4. SIC Codes(s):0181
Primary 02 Secondary
Main Treatment Unit Code:0607
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PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds
or are any public monies involved. (municipals only)? no
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests:no
3. Important SOC, JOC, or Compliance Schedule dates: (Please
indicate) NOTE: Van Wingerdens SOC is not associated with their
treatment facility. The wastewater facility is only domestic
waste. The SOC involves the greenhouses recirculation of
irrigation water. Their SOC has been reviewed. They are on
schedule and the greenhouse improvements thus far are
satisfactory.
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all
of the non -discharge options available. Please provide regional
perspective for each option evaluated.
Spray Irrigation:
Connection to Regional Sewer System:
Subsurface:
Other disposal options:
5. Other Special Items:
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PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS -
The facility and permit are compatible. Problems with operations or effluent
limitations have not been noted. It is recommended that permit number
NC0070335 be reissued.
Signature of Report eparer
'Paue �ZWLk4� - Mul
Water Quality Regional Su ervisor
Date
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RATING SCALE FOR CLASSIFICATION OF WATER POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Name of Facility:
Owner or Contact
Mailing Address::. b ) t tr r-45 S fL(St - 1 �kc Y� �CZ. of �`b11
County: " Cy Af c_ SoYi Telephone:
Present Classification: I New Facility Existing Facility
NPDES Per. No. NC00­70�73 Nondisc. Per. No.WQ Health Dept.Per No.
Rated by: �g� Telephone: 7 °%r l.i 2 n � Date:.�
Reviewed by: Health Dept. Telephone:
.r.wr L' L Regional Office Telephone: 701/-25/-Grog�
�— Central Office Telephone:
ORC: i�b.�('�/ `1li��C'Yt-!? S Grade: Telephone: 7OV. V 7�3
Check Classification(s): Subsurface Spray Irrigation Land Application
Wastewater Classification: (Circle One) I 11 III IV Total Points: %
SUBSURFACE CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1. septic tanks
2. pump tanks
3, siphon or pump -dosing systems
4. sand filters
5. grease trap/interceptor
6. oil/water separators
7. gravity subsurface treatment and disposal:
8. pressure subsurface treatment and disposal:
SPRAY IRRIGATION CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1. preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 )
2.
lagoons
3.
septic tanks
4.
pump tanks
5.
pumps
6.
sand filters
7.
grease trap/interceplor
8.
oil/water separators
9.
disinfection
10.
chemical addition for nutrient/algae control
11.
spray irrigation of wastewater
In addition to the - above classifications, pretreatment of wastewater In excess of these components shall
be rated using the point rating system and will require an operator with. an appropriate dual certification.
LAND APPLICATION/RESIDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Applies only to permit holder)
1. Land application of biosolids, residuals or contaminated soils on a designated site.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY CLASSIFICATION
The following systems shall be assigned a Class 1 classification, unless the flow is of a significant quantity or the technology Is unusually
complex, to require consideration by the Commission on a case -by -case basis: (Check if Appropriate)
1. Oil/water Separator Systems consisting only of physical separation, pumps and disposal;
2. Septic Tank/Sand Filter Systems consisting only of septic tanks, dosing apparatus, pumps,sand fillers, disinfection
and direct discharge;
3. Lagoon Systems consisting only of preliminary treatment, lagoons, pumps, disinfection, necessary chemical treatment for
algae or nutrient control, and direct discharge;
4. Closed -loop Recycle Systems;
5. Groundwater Remediation Systems consisting only of oil/water separators, pumps, air -stripping, carbon adsorption, disinfection
and dispos„ l;
6. Aquaculture operations with discharge to surface waters;
7. Water Plant sludge handling and back -wash water treatment;
8. Seafood processing consisting of screening and disposal.
9. Single-family discharging systems, with the exception of Aerobic Treatment Units, will be classified if permitted after July 1.
1993 or N upon inspection by the Division, it is found that the system is not being adequately operated or maintained. Such
systems will be notified of the classification or reclassification by the Commission, in writing.

Ttie following scale
is used I ating wastewater treatment facilities ircle appropriate points)
REM POINTS
( 1 } Industrial
Pretreatment Units or Industrial Pretreatment Program (see definition No. 33)...................................................4
(2) DESIGN
FLOW OF PLANT IN gpd (rot applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge handling facilities for
water purification plants, totally closed cycle systems(see definition No. 11). and facilities consisting only of ,hem
(4)(d)
or Items (4)(d) and (I1)(d)]
0 - 20.000.............................................................................................................................................�
20.001 - 50.000......................................................................................................................................2
50.001 - 100.000....................................................................................................................................3
100,001 - 250.000...................................................................................................................................4
250.001 - 500,000.................................................................................................................:.................5
500.001 1,000,000................................................................................................................................8
1.000.001 - 2.000,000...........................................................................................................................10
2.000.001 (arid up) rate 1 point additional for each 200.000 gpd capacity up to a maximum of .................30
Design Flow (gpd)
(3) PRELIMINARY UNRS11PROCESSES (see definition No.32)
(a)
Bar Screens..............................................................................................................................................1
(b)
or
Mechanical Screens. Static Screens or Comminuting Devices..........................................................................2
(c)
Grit Removal..............................................................................................................................................1
(d)
or
Mechanical or Aerated Grit Removal.............................................................................................................2
(e)
Flow Measuring Device................................................................................................................................1
(f)
or
Instrumented Flow Measurement................................................................................................................2
(g)
PreaeratIan...............................................................................................................................................2
(h)
Influent Flow Equalization..........................................................................................................................2
(1)
Grease or Oil Separators - Gravity.................................................................................................................2
Mechanical.................................................................................................................................................3
DissolvedAir Flotation................................................................................................................................8
tl)
Prechtorination.........................................................................................................................................5
(4) PRIMARYTREATMENT UNI S/PROCFSSES
(a)
Septic Tank (see definition No. 43)............................................................................................................2
(b)
Imhoff Tank..............................................................................................................................................5
(c)
Primary Clarfflers.......................................................................................................................................5
(d)
Settling Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic Non-toxlc Materials (sludge handling facilities for water
purification plants, sand, gravel, stone, and other mining operations except recreational activhles such as gem
orgold mining)......................................................................::................................................................2
(5) SECONDARYTREATMi NTlaVfWROCIESSES
(a)
Carbonaceous Stage
(I) Aeration -High Purity Oxygen System..............................................................................
DiffusedAir System....................................................................................................
Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating or rotor)..................................................................8
Separate Sludge Reaeratlon...........................................................................................3
(II) Trickling Filer
HighRate..................................................................................................................7
Standard Rate ........................... ................................................................. .................. 5
PackedTower................................................................................................................5
(III) Biological Aerated Filler or Aerated Biological Filter_........................................._...............10
(Iv) Aerated Lagoons .......................... ................................................................................ 10
(v) Rotating Biological Contadors...... _..................................................................12
(VI) Sand Filters -Intermittent biological........................................................................ ..
Recirculatingbiological....................................................................................................3
(vll) Stabilization Lagoons....................................................................................................5
(vill) Clarifier.........................................................................................................................5
(Ix) Single stage system for combined carbonaceous removal of BOO and nitrogenous removal b
nhrft(cation (see definition No. 12)(Poirds for this Rem have to be In addition to hems
(5)(a)(I) through (5)(a)(vlll),
utilizing the extended aeration process (see definition No.3a)..........................................2
utilizing other that;, the extended aeration process............................................................8
(x ) Nutrient addalons to enhance BOO removal......................................................................5
(XI) Biological Culture ('Super,Bugs')addhion........................................................................5
(b)
Nitrogenous Stage
(I) Aeration - High Purhy Oxygen System ....... ........ ..........................................................20
DiffusedAir System ..................... ................................................................................ 10
Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating or rotor).................................................................8
SeparateSludge Reaeralion................:...........................................................................3
(II) Trickling Filter -High Rate...................................................................................................7
StandardRate ............................ ...................................................................................
PackedTower............................................................................................:....................5
(III) Biological Aerated Filer or Aerated Biological Filter .............................................................10
(Iv) Rotating Biological Contactors......................................................................................10
(v) Sand Filter - Intermittent biological..................................................................................2
Recirculating biological....................................................................................................3
(vl) Cladfer..........................................................................................................................5
(6) TERTIARYORADVANCEOTRFATMENTLNffWFK)CESSES
(a)
Activated Carbon Beds -
whhoutcarbon regeneration...................................................................................................5
withcarbon regeneration .................... :.................................................................................. 16
(b)
Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed -
without carbon regeneration...............................................................................................5
withcarbon regeneration.....................................................................................................i 5
(c)
Air stripping.............................................................................................................................................5
10
(d)
Denhrificatlon Process ....................................... ........................... »..........................................................
(e)
Electrodlalysis............................................................................................................................................5
(I)
Foam Separation.......................................................................................................................................5
(g)
(h)
Ion Exchange............................................................................................................................................5
Land Application of Treated Etlluort (see definition No. 22b) (rot applicable for sand, gravel, stone
and other similar mining operations) by high rate Infiltration..........................................................................4
(I)
())
Microscreens ...................................... ....................................................................................................-20
Phosphorous Removal by Biological Processes (See definition No. 26)........................................................
(k)
Polishing Ponds - without aeration............................................................................................................2
5
withaeration ......... :.......................................................................................................

(1)
Post Aeration scado....................................................................................................................0
isedor mechanical........................................................................................................2
(m)
Reverse Osmosis ................................................... ....... ....... ..................................... :.................................. 5
2
(n)
Sand or Mixed -Media Filters - low rate .... ........................................... ............................. I .............................
highrate......................................................................5
(o)
Treatment processes for removal of metal or cyanide...................................................................................i 5
(p)
treatment processes for removal of toxic materials other than metal or cyanide.............................................15
(7)
SLUDGE TREATMENT
(a) Sludge Digestion Tank - Heated (anaerobic)...............................................................................................10
Aerobic..................................................... .........................................................................................5
Unheated(anaerobic)................................................................................................................................3
5
(b)
Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thormal)....................................................................................................
c
Sludge Drying Beds - Gravit..................................................................................
VacuumAssisted......................................................................................................................................�
(d)
Sludge Elutriation.....................................................................................................................................
(a)
Sludge Conditioner (chemical or thermal).....................................................................................................5
5
(1)
(g)
Sludge Thickener (gravity).........................................................................................................................
Dissolved Air Flotation Unit (not applicable to a unit rated as(3)(i)).............................................................8
(h)
Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage)..........................................................................................
.5
(I)
Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated.................................................................................................................
........2
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Non -aerated rated.....................................................................................................................................
s
Sludge Incinerator (not Including activated carbon regeneration)................................................................10
(k)
Vacuum Filter, Centrifuge, or Filter Press or other similar dewatering devices...................................................1 0
(8)
RESIDUALS UTILI7ATIOWDISPOSAL (inducting incinerated ash)
2
(a)
(b)
Lagoons.........................................................................................
Land Application (surface and subsurface) (see definition 22a)
by contracting to a land application operator or landfill operator who holds the land application permit
(c)
orlandfill permit........................................................................................................................................2
Dedicated Landfill(burial) by the permittee of the wastewater treatment facility...............................................5
(9)
DISINFECTION
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Chlorination
(a)
(b)
...........................................................................................................................................
Dechlorination..........................................................................................................................................�
(c)
Ozone......................................................................................................................................................5
(10)
(d)
CHEMICAL
Radiation..................................................................................................................M...............................5
ADDITION SYSTEM(S) ( see definition No. 9) [not applicable to chemical additions rated as item (3)0).
(5)(a)(xl), (6)(a), (6)(b), (7)(b), (7)(e), (9a), (9)(b) or (9)(c) 5 points each:
List................................................................
.................................................................................................................................5
(1 1)
MISCELLANEOUS UNnWROCESSES
(a) Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Settling Ponds for Organic or Toxic Materials Including wastes from mining
operations containing nitrogen or phosphorus compounds In amounts significantly greater than Is common
fordomestic wastewater............................................................................................................................4
to storage basins which are Inherent in land application systems).....2
(b)
(c)
Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable
Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins inherent In )and application systems) ....... ......... ............. 11
(d)
Pumps..............................................................................................................................................
(a)
Stand -By Power Supply.........................................................................................................................
(f)
Thermal Pollution Control Device...............................................................................................................3
TOTALPOINTS........................................................................... .
CLA,SSIF)CAT)CN
5-25 Points
... ...26-50 Points
lass II ...........................
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classIII Points
........................................................................................................51-65
ClassIV.......................................................................................................66•Up Points
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Facilitles having a rating of one through four points, Inclusive, do not require a certified operator.
Facilities having an activated sludge process wig be assigned a minimum classification of Class 11.
Facilities having treatment processes for the removal of meta) or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II.
Facghies having treatment processes for the biological removal of phosphorus will be assigned a minimum classification of Class Ill.
MU DEFINiTIONS
The following definitions shall apply throughout this Subchapter.
(1) Activated Carbon Beds. A physical/chemical method for reducing soluble organic material from wastewater effluent; The column -type beds used In this
method will have a flow rate varying from two to eight gallons per minute per square tool and may be either upflow or downflow carbon beds. Carbon may or
may not be regenerated on the wastewater treatment plant she;
(2) Aerated Lagoons. A basin in which all solids are maintained In suspension and by which biological oxidation or organic matter Is reduced through artificially
accelerated transfer of oxygen on a flow -through basis;
(3) Aeration. A process of bringing about intimate contact between air or high purity oxygen In a liquid by spraying, agitation or dlffuslon;(3a) Extended
Aeration. An activated sludge process utilizing a minimum hydraulic detention time of 18 hours.
(4) Agriculturally managed she. Any she on which a crop Is produced, managed, and harvested (Crop includes grasses, grains, trees, etc.);
(5) Air Stripping. A process by which the ammonium ion Is first converted to dissolved ammonia (pH adjustment) with the ammonia then released to the
atmosphere by physical means; or other similar processes which remove petroleum products such as benzene, toluene, and xylene•
(6) Carbon Regeneration. The regeneration of exhausted carbon by the use of a furnace to provide extremely high temperatures which volatilize and oxidize the
absorbed Impurities;
(7) Carbonaceous Stage. A stage of wastewater treatment designed to achieve 'secondary' effluent limits;
(8) Centrifuge. A mechanical device In which centrifugal force Is used to separate solids from liquids or to separate liquids of different densilas;
(9) Chemical Addition Systems- The addhion of chemicals) to wastewater al an application point for purposes of Improving solids removal, pH ad)ustment,
alkalinity control, etc.; the capability to experiment with different chemicals and different application points to achieve a specific result will be considered one
system; the capability to add chemical(s) to dual units will be rated as one system; capability to add a chemical at a different application points for different
purposes will result In the systems being rated as separate systems;
(10) Chemical Sludge Conditioning. The addhion of a chemical compound such as lime, ferric chloride, or a polymer to wet sludge to coalesce the mass prior to
Its application to a dewatering device;
(11) Closed Cycle Systems- Use of holding ponds or holding tanks for containment of wastewater containing Inorganic, non -toxic materials from sand, gravel.
crushed stone or other similar operations. Such systems shall carry a maximum of two points regardless of pumping facilities or any other appurtenances:
(12) Combined Removal of Carbonaceous BOD and Nitrogenous Removal by Nitrification- A single stage system required to achieve permit effluent limits on BOD
and ammonia nilmorin within the same blolopicai reactor.

NPDES WASTE LOAD ALLOCATION
PERMIT NO.: NCO070335
PERNIIT"TEE NAME: Van Wingerden International, Inc.
FACILITY NAME: Van Wingerden International, Inc.
Facility Status: Existing
Permit Status: � Renewal RECEIVED
aEr QLalify Section
Major Minor
Pipe No.: 001 MAY - G 1992
Design Capacity: 0.005 MGD
: �3trW�riiBv R-S®ional oft
Domestic (% of Flow): 100 % iili�, Nark catolipA
Industrial (% of Flow):
Comments:
RECEIVING STREAM: Brandy Branch
Class: C
Sub -Basin: 04-03-03
Reference USGS Quad: F8NE (please attach)
County: Henderson
Regional Office: Asheville Regional Office
Previous Exp. Date: 9/30/92 Treatment Plant Class: class I
Classification changes within three miles:
chances to WS-III at the French Broad River
Requested by: Randy Kepler
Prepared by: C a
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Date: 1//28/92
Date:
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Drainage Area (mi ) 0_5- Avg. Streamflow (cfs): a,g `
7Q10 (cfs) o,2, - Winter 7Q10 (cfs) o, 3 a 30Q2 (cfs) o, --y
Toxicity Limits: IWC % Acute/Chronic
Instream Monitoring:
Parameters
Upstream
Location
Downstream Location
Effluent
Characteristics
Summer
Winter
BOD5 (mg/1)
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NH3-N (mg/1)
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TSS (mg/1)
F. Col. (/100 ml)
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Comments:

Water Q�ui?fty Stctiog
Facility Name:
NPDES No.:
Type of Waste:
Facility Status:
Permit Status:
Receiving Stream:
Stream Classification:
Subbasin:
County:
Regional Office:
Requestor:
Date of Request:
Topo Quad:
FACT SHEET FOR WASTELOAD ALLOCATION
APR 14 1'.='""?
Request # 6732
Van Wingerden International , Inc. Asbeyille Repie��ai iv s :
NCO070335
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Domestic -100%
Existing
Renewal
Brandy Branch
C
03
H nderson
Stream Characteristic:
Asheville
USGS #
Kepler
Date:
2/4/91
Drainage Area (mi2): 0.5
F8NE
Summer 7Q10 (cfs): 0.24
Winter 7Q10 (cfs): 0.32
Average Flow (cfs): 0.8
30Q2 (cfs): 0.48
IWC (%): 3.2
Wasteload Allocation Summary
(approach taken, correspondence with region, EPA, etc.)
Facility requesting renewal of existing permit. Technical Support recommends renewal of perrq%
with facility given the NH3 Choice Option. cv
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Special Schedule Requirements and additional comments from Reviewers: �l^1
Recommended b - �` 4`' Date: 4/l/92
Reviewed by k.
Instream Assessment;
Region Oisor.
Permits Engineerin
RETURN TO TECHNICAL SERVICES BY:
MAY Q 8 1992
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Mr. Jon Laughter, P.E.
Laughter, Austin and Associates, P.A.
131 Fourth Avenue, East
Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792
SUBJECT:
Dear Mr. Laughter
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
May 21, 2004
Fast Track Permitting Process Audit
Project Name: Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
County: Henderson
Permit No. WQ0020338
The subject project has been randomly selected as part of the Division's Fast Track
Permitting Process Audit. This audit disclosed the following deficiencies in the design,
construction, and/or certification of the permitted project:
1. The engineer's certification received with the record drawings at the
completion of the project was not submitted on the proper form provided
with Division of Water Quality's permit. (Ref. Fast Track Certification);
2. Neither the size of pump nor its capacity was received.
(Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
3. Pump curves were not received. (Ref. -Condition 6, WQ0020338);
4. A pump system curve was not received. (Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
5. Adequate lighting for the pump station was not shown on the record
drawings (Ref. Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast Track Permitting of
Pump Stations and Force Mains, Section 3.02.B.2) and;
6. A profile sheet(s) was not submitted. Depth of bury of the force main,
existing utilities, profile of the route of the force main was not submitted.
(Ref. Fast Track Certification and Condition 6, WQ0020338).
N. C. Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 (9191733-79 ATER QUALITY

Mr. Jon Laughter, P.E.
Page 2
May 21, 2004
Should an audit of any other certifications under your seal reveal similar deficiencies or
non-compliance with any section of the Gravity Sewer or Pump Stations and Force Mains
Minimum Design Criteria, the Division may withdraw your submission privileges under the fast
track permitting process and/or refer the issue directly to the North Carolina Board of Examiners
for Engineers and Land Surveyors. Additionally, a Notice of Violation is being sent to the
permittee for the subject project.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
DMB/dr
cc: Kirby Johnson, Permittee
Coleen H. Sullins
Bobby Blowe, P.E.
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
V; evi�� le Rl gion (%- AFT
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
DWQ Central Files
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Laughter, Austin and Associates, P.A.
Engineering • Planning • Land Surveying
May 7, 2004
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Kirby Johnson, Permittee
Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
132 Grandview Lane
Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Fast Track Permitting Process Audit
Project Name: Johnson Farms Repack, Inc
County: Henderson
Permit No. WQ0020338
Dear Mr. Johnson:
The subject project has been randomly selected and reviewed as partof the Division's
Fast Track Permitting Process Audit. This audit disclosed the following deficiencies in the
design, construction, and/or certification of the permitted project:
1. The engineer's certification received with the record drawings at the
completion of the project was not submitted on the proper form provided
with Division of Water Quality's permit. (Ref. Fast Track Certification);
2. Neither the size of pump nor its capacity was received.
(Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
1/ 3. Pump curves were not received. (Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
4. A pump system curve was not received. (Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
5. Adequate lighting for the pump station was not shown on the record
drawings. (Ref. Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast Track Permitting
of Pump Stations and Force Mains, Section 3.02.B.2) and;
6. A profile sheet(s) was not submitted. Depth of bury of the force main,
existing utilities, profile of the route of the force main was not submitted.
(Ref. Fast Track Certification and Condition 6, WQ0020338).

Mr. Kirby Johnson, Permittee
Page 2
May 7, 2004
Due to the nature of the violations discovered during the audit.process, it will be
necessary for Johnson Farms Repack, Inc. or your engineer to submit a complete package that
will bring the project into compliance with the Division of Water Quality's NCAC 2H.0200
rules, Minimum Design Criteria, and the stipulations of the issued permit. Johnson Farms
Repack, Inc., as the permittee, is responsible for ensuring compliance. Violations of Water
Quality Statutes and Regulations can result in the assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000
per day, per violation. We are also sending a separate letter to the engineer for this project.
Please inform the DWQ Asheville Regional Office, in writing, within 20 days of the
receipt of this letter regarding the corrective action that will be taken. If you have any questions
feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Forrest Westall, P.E., Regional Supervisor
DWQ Asheville Regional Office
cc: Jon H. Laughter, P.E.
Coleen Sullins
Bobby Blowe, P.E.
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
DWQ Central Files

WQ0020338
Subject: WQ0020338
Date: Fri, 22 Oct 2004 11:04:10 -0400
From: Daniel Blaisdell <[e-mail]>
Organization: Assistant Chief, Construction Grants & Loans Section
To: Roger Edwards <[e-mail]>
Roger,
Thanks for the faxed copy of the NOV for WQ0020637. At your
convenience, could you also fax me the NOV for 2jQ0020338. It should
have been dated about the same as the other: 6-21-04.
Thanks for your help,
Dan Blaisdell
715-6211
Fax [phone]
1 of 1 10/25/2004 8:27 AM

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Donald J. Austin
Thomas P. Welbourn
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Laughter, Austin and Associates, P.A.
Engineering • Planning • Land Surveying
131 FOURTH AVENUE EASTFILE'L&I
HENDERSONVELLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28792
LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
Mr. Forrest R. Westall
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Asheville Regional Office
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
[phone]
Fax [phone]
WATS 1-800-858-LAND
June 9, 2004
Project City of Hendersonville
Sanitary Sewer Forcemain Extension
to serve Johnson Farms Repack Inc
Henderson County
LAA Job No. 01-217
Application Preliminary New Submittal Revision
Final Submittal Information You Requested Additional Info. Requested
For Approval Record Drawings 107 Completion Certification
Request To Start Construction For Your Files Other
NCDENR-DWQ Permit No. WQ0020338
Dear Mr. Westall,
In reference to the aforementioned project, please find the following items enclosed for acceptance and
approval:
1.) Engineer's Certification for the Sanitary Sewer Forcemain Extension to serve Johnson Farms
Repack Inc.
2.) One (1) copy of Construction Record Drawings for the Sewer Force Main to Johnson Farms
Repack Inc.
3.) One (1) copy of Supporting Design Calculations & Pump Curve.
If additional information is required or should you have any questions, please phone me at [phone] or (800)
858-LAND. Facsimile [phone].
_Respectfully submitted,
LAUGHT R,,�AUSTIINN AND ASSOCIATES, P.A.
Jon H. Laughter, P.E.
JHUJDC
Enclosures: YES
Proj. status: Completion Certification
Action: Acceptance
cc: Project file
Kirby Johnson, Johnson Farms Repack Inc.
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Permit No. WQ0020338
August 27, 2001
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ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION
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i, � �� LA u 4 k+ T--was a duly re istered P , y g rofessional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly,.full time) the construction of the
project, Johnson Farms Repack, Inc. Mills River. N. C. Henderson County, for the
Project Name Location and County
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; 15A. NCAC 21­1 .0200; the Division of Water Quality's `
(Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the
Division's Minimum Design Criteria for. the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
adopted June 1, 2000 as.applicable; and other supporting materials.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: �'�•Q 9<•�
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The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and submitted to the address'�elow with one
copy of the "Construction Record Drawings" of the Wastewater collection system extension as well
as supporting design calculations for any pump stations per as part of this project. This,
project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification
and all required supporting documentation have been received,by the Division. Any wastewater
flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this
Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee
to appropriate enforcement actions.
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617

PUMP STATION REVIEW NCDENR-DWQ
PROJECT: JOHNSON FARMS REPACK INC. - Banner Farm Road
APPLICANT: JOHNSON FARMS.REPACK INC. - Kirby Johnson
LAA JOB NO.: 01-217.
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DATE PREPARED:
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V= 7.48
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Time= Vol./Qapp=X min.
23.50 GALS./ 1.04 GPM= 22.60
PmpRun= Vol,/Qpump=X min.
23.50 GALS,/ 25 GPM= 0.839963728
PmpRun= PmpRun X Qapp/Qpmp=X min.
0.939963728 Min. X 1.04 GPM/ 25
For additional Q= X + X
addQ=
Total Cyole= X min.
TC= 23.57
Cycles Per Hour = 60/TC
CPH= 2.85 2 - 8 CPH recommended
TDH:
Length of Force Main 1660 FT
High Point of FM 497.00 FT
Hs: (static head)=High Pt. - Low Point= X Ft..
Hs= 497.00 489.00
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c(length FM)/l00= X ft.
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Low Point of FM 489.00 FT.
(value)
1.09 1660 /100 = 18,094 FT.
THUS>> TDH= Hs + Hf
TDH= 8.00 18.094 26.09
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FT. 35 FT. TDH
Length of Force Main 1660 FT
High Point of FM 497.00 FT
Hs: (static head)=High Pt. - Low Point= X Ft..
Hs= 497.00 489.00
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c(length FM)/l00= X ft.
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Low Point of FM 489.00 FT.
(value)
1.09 1660 /100 = 18,094 FT.
THUS>> TDH= Hs + Hf
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FITTINGS (add) 5
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
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2090 U.S. HIGHWAY 70
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CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Kirby Johnson, Permittee
Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
132 Grandview Lane
Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Fast Track Permitting Process Audit
Project Name: Johnson Farms Repack, Inc
County: Henderson
Permit No. WQ0020338
Dear Mr. Johnson:
The subject project has been randomly selected and reviewed as part of the Division's Fast Track
Permitting Process Audit. This audit disclosed the following deficiencies in the design, construction, and/or
certification of the permitted project:
1. The engineer's certification received with the record drawings at the
completion of the project was not submitted on the proper form provided
with Division of Water Quality's permit. (Ref. Fast Track Certification);
2. Neither the size of pump nor its capacity was received.
(Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
3. Pump curves were not received. (Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
4. A pump system curve was not received. (Ref. Condition 6, WQ0020338);
5. Adequate lighting for the pump station was not shown on the record
drawings. (Ref. Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast Track Permitting
of Pump Stations and Force Mains, Section 3.02.B.2) and;
6. A profile sheet(s) was not submitted. Depth of bury of the force main,
existing utilities, profile of the route of the force main was not submitted.
(Ref. Fast Track Certification and Condition 6, WQ0020338).
Asheville Regional Office, 2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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June 21, 2004
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Due to the nature of the violations discovered during the audit process, it will be necessary for Johnson
Farms Repack, Inc. or your engineer to submit a complete package that will bring the project into compliance
with the Division of Water Quality's NCAC 2H.0200 rules, Minimum Design Criteria, and the stipulations of
the issued permit. Johnson Farms Repack, Inc., as the permittee, is responsible for ensuring *compliance.
Violations of Water Quality Statutes and Regulations can result in the assessment of civil penalties of up to
$25,000 per day, per violation. We are also sending a separate letter to the engineer for this project.
Please inform the DWQ Asheville Regional Office, in writing, within 20 days of the receipt of this letter
regarding the corrective action that will be taken. If you have any questions feel free to contact Roger Edwards
in the Asheville Regional Office at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
/:]Forrest Westall, P.E., Regional Supervisor
DWQ Asheville Regional Office
cc: Jon H. Laughter, P.E.
Coleen Sullins
Bobby Blowe, P.E.
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
DWQ Central Files
Asheville Regional Office, 2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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Donald J. Austin
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James D. Chambless, Sr.
Laughter, Austin and Associates, P.A.
Engineering • Planning • Land Surveying
131 FOURTH AVENUE EAST
HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28792
LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
Mr. Forrest R. Westall
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Asheville Regional Office
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
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Project City of Hendersonville
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Final Submittal Information You Requested Additional Info. Requested
For Approval Record Drawings Completion Certification
Request To Start Construction For Your Files Other
NCDENR-DWQ Permit No. WQ0020338
Dear Mr. Westall,
In reference to the aforementioned project, please find the following items enclosed for acceptance and
approval:
1.) Engineer's Certification for the Sanitary Sewer Forcemain Extension to serve Johnson Farms
Repack Inc.
2.) One (1) copy of Construction Record Drawings for the Sewer Force Main to Johnson Farms
Repack Inc.
3.) One (1) copy of Supporting Design Calculations & Pump Curve.
If additional information is required or should you have any questions, please phone me at [phone] or (800)
858-LAND. Facsimile [phone].
Respectfully submitted,
LAUGHT R,,�AUSTIINN AND ASSOCIATES, P.A.
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Jon H. Laughter, P.E.
JHUJDC
Enclosures: YES
Proj. status: Completion Certification
Action: Acceptance
cc: Project file
Kirby Johnson, Johnson Farms Repack Inc.
LTR01217DWQcert.doc

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project, Johnson Farms Repack, Inc. Mills .River. N. C. Henderson Counter, for the
Project Name Location and County
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; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's
(Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the
Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force MaiNs
adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials.
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North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: .'Q� �9<® -
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The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and submitted to the addres9°below with one
copy of the "Construction Record Drawings" of the wastewater collection system extension as well
as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project. This
project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification
and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Any wastewater
flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this
Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee
to appropriate enforcement actions.
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617

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ROJECT: JOHNSON FARMS REPACK INC. - Banner Farm Road
APPLICANT: JOHNSON FARMS,REPACK INC. • Kirby Johnson
LAA JOB NO.: 01-217
FLOW (Q) APPLIC.
Qpeak= 1.04
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DATE PREPARED:
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BY: Jim Chambless
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Laughter, Austin & Assoc.
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Wetwell Detention:
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Radius= 2.5
Volume=
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addQ=
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TC= 23.57
Cycles Per Hour = 60/TC
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TDH:
Length of Force Main 1660 FT.
Diameter of FM
High Point of FM 497.00 FT
Low Point of FM
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FT.
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Asheville Regional. Office �f
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary N N R
Kerr T. Stevens, Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Water Quality_
WATEWQUALITY SECTION
August 27 2001
Mr: Kirby Johnson,y'
Johnson Farms Repack,'l,nc:
132 Grandview Lane
Hendersonville, North Carolina .28793
SUBJECT: Permit No. W00020338
Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
Wastewater Collection System Extension
enderson County
Dear Mr. -Johnson.
In accordance with your application. received on August 2, 2001, please find attached Permit,'
No. WQ0020338 for the construction''and operation' of the subject wastewater collection system
extension. Construction of this wastewater collection system shall not begin until final construction
plans are reviewed and approved by Van Wingerden International, Inc or an agent of Van Wingerden `
International: 'This Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be
(,subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.' This cover letter shall be considered
a part of this permit and is therefore incorporated therein by reference.
Please pay particular.attention to condition three (3) of the permit which requires that
the wastewater collectidn facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with
,.15A NCAC 2H .0227 or any individual,.system-wide collection system permit issued to the
" Permitted:
Permitting of this project does not constitute acceptance of any part of the project that does.
not meet 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria adopted February 12','' 1996 as applicable; and the ,Division's Minimum Design
Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as
applicable; unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the
certification provided by a North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer in the application. It
shall be the Permittee's. responsibility to ensure that the as -constructed project meets the
appropriate dIb n,criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C, construction of additional or
replacement wastewater collection'. facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina -Licensed
Professional, Engineer to the licensing board.

Kirby Johnson
August 27, 2001
Page Two
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North
Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby
granted to Johnson Farms Repack, Inc. for the construction and operation of'a 25 gallon per minute
pump station with duplex pumps, on -site audible and visual high water alarms and a portable B/U
generator as well as approximately 1,660 linear feet of two (2) inch force main to serve Johnson
Farms Repack, Inc. as part of the Johnson Farms Repack project and the discharge of 750 gallons
per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Van'Wingerden International, Inc. existing
sewerage system, pursuant to the application received On August 2, 2001and in conformity with
15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996
as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump
Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data
subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and
considered a part of this permit. The lift station may be equipped with telemetry if you wish to
reduce the frequency of inspection from daily to weekly.
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Van Wingerden
International Wastewater Treatment facility (NPDES Permit No. NC0070335) prior to being
discharged into the receiving stream.
This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between -Johnson Farms Repack,
Inc. and Van Wingerden International, Inc. for the collection and final treatment of wastewater is
in full force and effect.
Construction of the subject wastewater collection system shall not commence until approval
for the construction and operation of. these sewers has been obtained from .Van Wingerden
International, Inc.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have
the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt
of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B
of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be
final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Roy M. Davis
at 828/251-6208.
Enclosure
xc: Henderson County Health Der
Non -Discharge Permitting Unii
Van Wingerden International,
Jon Laughter
Sincerely,'
regory . Thorpe, Ph.D.
artment
Inc.

Harry James, '
n. NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL, MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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DEPARTMENT OF"ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject
to the following specified conditions and limitations:
1 This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed
in accordance with the conditions of this permit: 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water
- . '.Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 1.2, 1996 as.
,applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump
Stations and Force Mains_ adopted June1, 2000. as, applicable, andother supporting
materials unless .specifically mentioned herein..
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2 This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes, described
in"the application and other supporting, data.
3 The "wastewater collection'facilities shall be' properly maintained and operated at all times,
,The Permittee`shall maintain compliance -with an individual system -wide collection system
pefmit.for the operation and maiantenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2H
0227 ;If an individual' permit is,not required, the following performance criteria shall be met
as provided .in. 15A NCAC 2.1­1 :0227
a The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times.to prevent
discharge to surface waters, -and any contravention of the groundwater standards in "
l 5A` NCAC 2L .0200 or the'surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200.
b A map of,the.,sewer.`syste' shall be developed prior to January.1, 2004 and shall
be actively maintained -
c An operation and "maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented.
d - Pump"stations.that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected daily,
as "defined in �15A NCAC. 2B .0503(5), until July 1, 2001 and thereafter, pump
stations shall be inspected every day. Pump stations that are connected to a
telemetrysystems shall be inspected at least once per week.
e High -priority sewer lines shall be, inspected at least once per.every six-month period
of time:
f A general observation of the entire ,sewer system shall be, conducted at least once
per year.
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g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least th
years.
h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division Regional Office.,
in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as
required by North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 C.
4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater
facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit
request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties
involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this
request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
..5. Construction of the gravity sewers shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the
existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface
waters of the State.
6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted. facilities, a
certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well -as supporting design
calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a
North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been
installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer
Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design
Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main_ adopted June 1, 2000
as applicable; and other supporting materials. Additionally this pump station and force main
shall not be placed in operation until approved by Van Wingerden International, Inc. If this
project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility
to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final
certificate of completion once the entire project has been, completed. - A copy of the
construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being
certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the. Engineer's Certification,
one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings", and one copy of the supporting design
calculations to the Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC
27699-1617.
7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for
the life of the wastewater collection facilities.
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2H
.0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February, 12, 1996 as
applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump
Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials
may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with
North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C.
9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action,
including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional
or replacement facilities.

Permit No. WQ0020338
August 27, 2001
Partial
ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION
Final
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, Johnson Farms Repack, Inc. Mills River, N. C. Henderson County, for the
Project Name Location and County
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; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's
(Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the
Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date:
The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and submitted to the address below with one
copy of the "Construction Record Drawings" of the wastewater collection system extension as well
as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project. This
project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification
and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Any wastewater
flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this
Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee
to appropriate enforcement actions.
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617

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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph D., Acting Director
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESO ROES
November 14, 2001
Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
Kirby Johnson �a Gtt1
132 Grandview Lane
Hendersonville NC 28793
Subject: Permit No. WQ0020338
Johnson Farms Repack
Henderson County
Dear Mr. Johnson:
The Division's Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has received your signed and sealed certification with record
drawings. The Division hereby accepts this certification based upon its execution and submittal by a North
Carolina Professional Engineer. Please note that the record drawings will be -forwarded to the Asheville
Regional Office and have not been reviewed. If a review is conducted, you will be notified of any non-
conformity with the Minimum Design Criteria.
If it would be helpful to discuss this matter further, I would suggest that you contact the Water Quality .
Regional Supervisor at the Asheville Regional Office at [phone].
Sincerely,
Thelma Williams
cc: Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Central Files
Laughter, Austin & Associates
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1617
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
50 % recycled/10 %, post -consumer paper

ems.
Jon H. Laughter
Donald J. Austin
Thomas P. Welbourn
James D. Chambless, Sr.
Laughter, Austin and Associates,. P.A.
Engineering • Planning * Land Surveying
131 FOURTH AVENUE EAST
HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28792
COMPLETION CERTIFICATION
[phone]
Fax [phone]
WATS 1-800-858-LAND
Kerr T. Stevens, P.E., Director The Divisions o. water Quality hereby
No Carolina Division of Water Qualiowiedges receipt and acceptance of this Engineers
Certification
Water Quality Section {
Non Discharge Permitting Unit 406a
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Project. FINAL COMPLETION
JOHNSON FARMS REPACK, INC.
Wastewater Collection System.Extension
Henderson County . .
LAA Job No. 01-217
NCDENR-DWQ Permit No. WQ0020338
dated: August 27, 2001
Dear Mr. Stevens:
Below, please find a COMPLETION CERTIFICATION for the construction and
installation of a 25 gallon per minute pump station with duplex pumps, on -site audible
and visual high water alarms and a portable backup generator, 1, 730 linear feet of two
(2) inch force main and all related appurtenances to serve Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
with the discharge of 750 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into Van
Wingerden International Inc. existing sewerage system at their WWTF (NC0070335).
I, JON H. ~LAUGHTER, as a -duly Registered ProfessionalEngineer in the State
of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe periodically the above installation,
hereby certify that construction of the above referenced "permitted" project has been
completed in substantial compliance with the intent of the approved'DWQ Permit (FTA
06/00) and in compliancy, 1Y Vh*Qivision's Fast -Track Application for Garvity Sewers,
Pump Stations, and lje Minimum Design Criteria for Fast -Track
Permitting.oFEssi 29
V ; 15orth Carolina Registration Number 4066
Seal
SEAL
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NO. 4066 -
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Signature ' Date
N H. LAUGHTER
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Jon H.Laughter
Donald J. Austin
Thomas P. Welbourn
James D. Chambless, Sr.
Laughter, Austin and Associates, P.A.
Engineering • Plinning • Land Surveying
131 FOURTH AVENUE EAST
HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28792
LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
Mr. Ken T. Stevens, P.E., Director
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
NCDENR-Division Of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
[phone]
Fax [phone]
WATS 1-800-858-LAND
October 31, 2001
Project: Sewer Force Main & Pump Station
Johnson Farms Repack Inc.
Kirby Johnson, Owner
Henderson County
LAA Job No. 01-217
Application For Plan Review Preliminary New Submittal Revision
Final Submittal Information You Requested Additional Info. Requested
For Approval As -Built Submittal Completion Certification
Request To Start Construction For Your Files Other
NCDENR-DWQ Permit WQ0020338
Dear Mr. Stevens,
In refernce to the aforementioned project, please find the following items enclosed:
♦ As -Built Drawing.
♦ Completion Certification.
If additional information is required or should you have any questions, please phone me at
[phone] or (800) 858-LAND. Facsimile [phone].
Respectfully submitted,
LAUGHTER, AUSTIN AND ASSOCIATES, P.A.
Jon H. Laughter, P.E.
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Enclosures: YES
Proj. status: ASB/Compl. Cert.
Action: Acceptance
cc: Project file
MCorrespUobnson Repack 01217\SLTR01217cert.doc

08/16/01
mit Number
Program Category
Non -discharge
Permit Type
Gravity Sewer Extension, Pump Stations, &
Pressure Sewer Extensions
Primary Reviewer
forrest.westall
Permitted Flow
Facility
Facility Name
Johnson Farms Repack
Location Address
Owner
Owner Name
- sariaFrmRepac k ;nc
Dates/Events
Permit Tracking Slip
Status Project Type
In review New Project
version Permit Classification
Individual
Permit Contact Affiliation
Major/Minor Region
Asheville
County
Henderson
Owner Type
Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
Kirby Johnson
132 Grandview Lane
Hendersonville NC 28793
Draft Scheduled Public
Orig Issue App Received Initiated Issuance Notice Issue Effective Expiration
08/02/01
Regulated Activities Requested/Received Events
NULL
Outfall NULL
Waterbody Name
RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Additional information requested
Additional information received
Groundwater comments requested ,
Groundwater comments received
Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin

Laughter, Austin and Associates, P.A.
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' Engineering • Planning • Land Surveying DI V C J f �Q0/
131 FOURTH AVENUE EAST OF
HENDERSONVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28792 DIRECT RCS Oq'ItITY
F/CF
Jon H. Laughter
Donald J. Austin [phone]
Thomas P. Welbourn Fax [phone]
James D. Chambless, Sr. WATS 1-800-858-LAND
LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL
SNCDENR-D-*
. Stev s, P.E., Director
arge P rmitting Unit
' ion Of Water Quality
Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
R, E C C-1 V E D July 26, 2001
V1 TL{� Qljp lTy ^sE'f'T1`�l l
lion -Discharge Permitting
Project: Sewer Force Main & Pump Station
Johnson Farms Repack Inc.
Kirby Johnson, Owner
Henderson County
LAA Job No. 01-217
Application For Plan Review Preliminary New Submittal [ ] Revision
Final Submittal Information You Requested Additional Info. Requested
For Approval As -Built Submittal Completion Certification
Request To Start Construction For Your Files Other
Dear Mr.Stevens,
Please find the following items attached for purposes of initial application review,
acceptance, and approval on the aforementioned project:
♦ One original and one copy of application Form "FTA 06100"
♦ Check in the amount of $400.00 dollars for the application fee.
♦ Watershed Classification Attachment Form: "WSCA 10199 "
♦ Flow Acceptance Letter from VanWingerden International Inc.

Kerr T. Stevens, P.E., Director
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
NCDENR-Division Of Water Quality
Page 2; July 26, 2001.
Sewer Force Main & Pump Station
Johnson Farms Repack Inc.
LAA01-217
If additional information is required or should you have any questions, please phone me at
[phone] or (800) 858-LAND. Facsimile [phone].
Respectfully submitted,
LAUGHTER, AUSTIN AND ASSOCIATES, P.A.
Jon H. Laughter, P.E.
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Enclosures: YES
Proj. status: 1PR
Action: Review & comment
cc: Project file
X\\CORRESPUohnson Farm Repack, Kirby Johnson, 01217\SLTR01217applic

State of North Carolina
RECEEIVED
Department of Environment and Natural Resources VATERt?t1ALITYSECT&I
Division of Water Quality. ^Fa.
FAST -TRACK APPLICATION - BUG -,J.
for GRAVITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE Mr�iY. NSrge Pe►rnitfing
(Pressure sewers systems are not to be included as part of this application package)
THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL.
INSTRUCTIONS: indicate that you, have included the following list of required application package items -by signing your
initials in the space provided next to each item. Failure to subn it.all required items. ,will lead to additional processing and review
time for the permit application.
A. Application Form - Submit one original and, one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application form.
Any changes to this form will result in the application being returned. The Division of Water Quality (Division) will
only accept application packages that have been fully completed with all applicable items addressed, You do not need
to submit detailed plans ands ecifications unless You respond NO to item IV 6 and/or item IV 10
B. Attachment - Submit the completed and properly executed Form WSCA 10/99 for each watershed within the project
V location.
C, Application Fee - Submit a check in the -amount of $400 made payable to: North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources (NCDENR).
D. Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity If the application is being submitted in the name of a privately -
owned public utility, submit two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, which demonstrates
that the public utility is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the sewer extension. If a
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity 'has not been issued, provide two copies of a letter from the NC
Utilities Commission's Public Staff that states that an application fora franchise has.been received, that the service area
is contiguous to an existing franchised area, and/or that franchise approval is expected.
E, Operational Agreements — Submit one original and two copies of a'properly executed operational agreement if the
sewer extension will be serving residential or commercial lots (e.g., houses, condominiums, townhomes, outparcels,
etc.) that will be owned by -a homeowners' association or developer. If the applicant is a homeowners' association, use
Form HOA 10/99. If the applicant is a developer,. use Form DEV 10/99.
t F. Flow Acceptance Letters — if the owner'of the downstream sewers and/or WWTF is different from the applicant,
submit two copies of a flow acceptance letter from the owner of the downstream sewers and�WWTF. Flow acceptance
letters must contain the following minimum information: applicant and project name, amount'of flow accepted, and
name and permit number of the receiving sewers/WWTF, 'The flow acceptance must not expire prior to perriut
issuance and must be dated less than a year prior to the application date. Intergovernmental agreements or other
contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -specific flow acceptance letter,
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S. Postal Service: By Courier/Special Delivery:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 NORTH SALI8BURY STREET, SUITE 1219
RALEIGH,'NORTH CAROLINA 27699.1617 RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27604
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FACSIMILE NUMBER: [phone]
For more Mformation, visit our web site at. h2o,ennstate,nc,us/ndpu/
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FORM: FTA 06/00 Page 1 of 5

Application Number; I�)��b2-0-�3 2 J� (to be completed by DWQ)
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name (name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.);
Johnson Farms Repack, Inc:
2, Owner's or signing official's name and title (15A NCAC 2H .0206(b)):
Kirby Johnson
3. Name and complete address of applicant; 132 ,Grandview Lane
City; Hendersonville State; NC ZIP: 2g7a3
Telephone number: (828) 697-71 96 Facsimile number:{ )
4. Project name (name of the subdivision, facility or establishment, etc.):
Johnson -Farm Repack
5. - County where project is located: Henderson
6. Fee submitted: $ 400.00 (See Instruction C.)
7. Name and complete address of engineering firm: Laughter, Austin and Associates, PA
131 Fourth Aven„P East
City: Hender s onvi 1 ] P State: r NC Zip: _ o
Telephone number: ($,2,-) 692--9f)R9 Facsimile number: [phone]
8. Name and affiliation of contact person who can answer questions about application:
Jon Laughter
II. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Project is: XX. new; modification
2. If this application is being submitted as a result of.a modification to an existing permit,, provide:
existing permit number NC -"a _+;_? - and the issuance date
3. Applicant is: public xx private
If private, units (lots, townhomes, etc.) are: leased (Skip to item III,); sold'
If sold, facilities owned by a: public utility (See Instruction D.);
homeowners' association/developer (See Instruction E.)
III. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
1. Please provide a one- or two -word description specifying the origin of the wastewater(school,
.subdivision, hospital, commercial facility, industry, apartments, condominiums, eta.)
Commercial
2. Volume of wastewater generated by this project: 750 gallons per day
3. Explanation of how wastewater flow was determined (15A NCAC 2H .0219(I)):
Domestic. 30 employees x'25 g d = 750 gpd
4. Nature of wastewater: 100 % Domestic/Commercial; % Industrial;
% Other waste - specify:
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5, If wastewater is industrial in nature:
.a. Level of pretreatmentthat has been provided to ensure protection of the receiving collection system
and wastewater treatment facility: N/A
b, If a pretreatment permit is required has one been issued? Yes; No, If yes, please
attach a copy of the pretreatment permit. If no, provide date application was submitted;
IV, DESIGN INFORMATION;
1. Brief project description; Domes tic Res trooms
2. Owner and -name of wastewater treatment facility•(WWTF) receiving wastewater (See Instruction F.):
Van Wingerden
3. -WWTF permit number (NC00***** or WQ00*****): NC 0070335
4. List the owner(s) of any intermediate sewers if different from applicant or owner of WWTF (See
Instruction F.):. None
5, 'Summary of GRAVITY SEWER to be permitted:
Diameter Length'
(inches) (linear feet)
N/A
6. Does the subject gravity sewer collection system comply with the most recent version of the Gravity
Sewer Minimum Design Criteria and 15A NCAC 2H .02007 Yes; No. If no, please
identify criteria and explain; N/A
7, Summary of PUMP STATIONS to be permitted:
No, or , Design Flow
Name (MGD).
Pump Operational Points
— GPM @_ feet TDH
Reliability Option
Selected
1 OfO©0515
25 @ 35
Portable B/U Gen.
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8, Summary of FORCE MAIN to be nermifie.d-
Diameter Length
(inches) (llnear,;feet)
2'" 1660
9, List any equipment -being utilized that is not. specifically mentioned elsewhere in the application or as
part of the Minimum Design Criteria (c,g,, telemetry, hoist, odor control equipment, mechanical bar
screens, etc,): portable hoist
10. Do the subject pump stations and force mains comply with the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast.
Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains document adopted June 1, 2000 and 15A NCAC 2H
,02007 XX Yes; No, If no, please identify criteria and explain:
NOTE: If you responded NO to item IVA and/or item IV.10..,above, two (2) copies
of detailed plans, specifications, supporting information, and any other materials
pertaining to the identified criteria should besubmitted with the
completed and appropriately executed application form.
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V. CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer's Certification;
I Jon H." Laughter
J;ahnson Farms Repack
attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is
accurate, complete and consistent with the information in the engineering plans, calculations, and all other
supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge, I further attest that to the best of my knowledge the
proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers adopted February 12, 1996, and the Minimum Design Criteria for the
Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000. Although certain portions of
this submittal package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under
my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the
proposed design. Note; In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215,6B, any person
who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of
a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to
$25,000 per violation.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date;
Laughter, �AV54,#,,and Associates, PA
O� RECEIVED
- o -
- No 4066 a s —
�`� Non -Discharge, Petrnitlirt9
`'s•�, �pL
June 6, 2001
Applicant's Certification:
,,Kirby Eugene Johnson Johnson, Farms Repack
, attest that this application for
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 arc not included, this
application package will be returned to me as incomplete. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes
143.215.6A and 143-215,6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation,
'Signature; i..,( Date: C` 022 1oa�
FORM; FTA 06/00
Page 5 of 5

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State of'North Carolina
Department of Environment.and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
WATERSHED CLASSIFICATION ATTACHMENT
Any changes made to this form will result in the application being returned.
(THIS FORM MAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORICUNAL)
INSTRUCTIONS:
"l`o determine the cl®ssificellat of the watershed(®) in which the subject project will be located, you are required to
utnnit this form, with items 1 through B completed, to the ap ropriate Division of Water Quaiity Regional Office
Water Qh1ality Supervisor (see Page 2 of 2) prior to submittal of the application for review, At a minimum, you ► iusr
include an R.5" by I I copy of the portion of a 7.5-minute USGS Topogra hic Map that shows the surface waters
immediately dowuslope of the project. You must Identify the location oC the project and the closest downslope
suif tcc waters (waters for which you are requesting .the classification) on the submitted map copy. If the facility is
located in the Neuse River Basin, also include a copy of the soil survey mop for the project location. The
corresponding non -discharge application may not be submitted until this form Is completed by the appropriate
reviunut office and Included with the submittal:
I . Applicant's name (name of the municipality, corporation, Individual, etc,):
Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
2, Name and cumplcte address of applicant: 132 Grandview Lane
city: 11endersonville State: NC Zip:
Telephonenumber: (828 ) 697-7196 Facsimilanumber., _)
3. Project name (name of the iubdivision, facility or establishment, etc.):
Johnson Farms Repack
28793
4, County where project is located! Henderson
5. Nanie(c) ufclmest surface waters: French goad River'
6. Itiver basin(s) in which the project ie located: Freneh Broad givpr
7. Topugraphic map name and dale: _ ��t";yt r, ©rnr�ri,-
N. North Carolina Professional Fngin*[[ ji9ti9 &, and date: 4%*"4 A sq ..•••+a..,v����i,
W ,,TER 0Ux_1 Y SECTIONc ® •oFtias �oN"�
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Non -Discharge Pe rnitfing O ��F� E�� ' �:Z
TO: REGIONAL oFrIcE WATER QUALITY SUPERVISOR d�'�,��y. �VG��,,,
1 lr.,tse provide ►nr, with the classifications) of the surface waters, wtilershed(s5'.1a;w gRprrspl'late river basin(s) where
these activities will occur, as identified on the attached map segment:
Nnnie(s) of s\
urface waters and river basin(a): 13 t A r�klm y tP A N C_, tom:
C:inssificatiott(s) (its established by the EMC):
Proposed clasNification(s), if applicable:
River hpsin buffer rules, if applicable:
Signature ofrcgional office persormel:
FORM: WSLA 10/99 Page I of 2.
Date: (�

JU -26-01 THU 9:24 0 VAN WINGERDEN INT. FAX NO. 828 891 8581 F. 1
' Jul ^26 01 00:30a Jon Laughter 62069368?2 p.2
July 26, 2001
Carolyn (McCaskill, Supervisor
N.C. Department ofEnvironn=t
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1617
Re: FLOW -ACCEPTANCE LETTER
Sewer Line (FM) Extension
Johnson Farm Repack. Inc.
Henderson County
Dear Ms. McCaskill:
This is to oonfum that Van Winger,den International, Inc. has the capacity and will accept
the additional wastewater flows that will be generated by Johnson Farms Repack, Inc.
The #lows expected will be 750 GPD as indicated by the design engineer, Mr. don H.
Laughter, P.E. of Laughter, Austin & Associates, P.A. of Hendersonville, N.C.
The Wastewater TreatmentlFacikity is van Wingerden WWIJF operating under NCDENR
Permit No, N00070335.
If you have any questions, call me at [phone].
s
Van Aherden International, Inc,
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