WQ0004563_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (6)

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ROY COOPER
Gover•rror-
MICHAEL S. BEGAN
,S'ecretar,y
LINDA CULPEPPER
June 15, 2018 Interim Uirectnr
Mr. Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection and
Acknowledgement of Receipt of 2015 Annual Report
Hickory Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba
ORGRO Distribution Program - Permit No.: WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) conducted a compliance inspection on June 1 lth, 2018,
which included a records review and site visit to the Hickory RCF. We would like to thank Mr. Paul
Spencer for his time and the facility tour.
The package plant area odors have been significantly reduced since our last visit in April, 2017.
However, there continues to be a strong ammonia odor in the area of the reactors. The final compost
storage and sludge receiving areas were clean, well maintained and free of odors at the time of the site
visit.
The mechanical repairs made to the aeration basins have proven to be effective in odor reduction. As this
is considered to be a High Rate Activated Sludge plant, collecting laboratory data from the supernatant
will provide useful information regarding the chemical and biological composition of the influent which
will aid your operators with more effective operation of the Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP) and
potentially save operating costs in the future.
During the site visit it was observed that the material storage pad remains near maximum capacity.
Continued effort is required to reduce the compost stored on the pad.
As this is a class "A" residual product, the marketing of the product by the consortium membership would
help to alleviate the limited storage at the composting facility. Increased distribution may also alleviate
the cost associated with sending the undistributed material to a landfill for disposal, or for the creation
additional storage space.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 1 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
704-663-1699

permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 06/12/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Temperature corrected
d. Salmonella (Class A, all test must be < 3MPN/4 gram day)
e. Time/Temp on:
Digester (MCRT)
Compost
Class A lime stabilization
f. Volatile Solids Calculations
g. Bench -top Aerobic/Anaerobic digestion results
Comment: PVAR reduction is perform in the incinerator and measured over time. .
Treatment
Check all that apply
Aerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion
Alkaline Pasteurization (Class A)
Alkaline Stabilization (Class B)
Compost
Drying Beds
Other
Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment: The pre-treated resdivals are delivered to the composting facility where further treatment is
Performed by Aerobic Digestion. The final treatment is performed in reactors for an average
time of 28 days to acheive the required pathogen reduction.
Yes No NA NE
Sampling Yes No NA NE
Describe sampling:
Composite sampling is performed to obtain a representative sample.
Is sampling adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sampling representative? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Sample are collected from multiple points in the compost piles to obtain a representative sample
that is sent to a certified of -site laboratory for analysis.
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Water Resources
Environmental Qualitz•
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICH. AEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
May 3, 2017
Mr. Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398 .
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection and
Acknowledgement of Receipt of 2015 Annual Report
Hickory Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba
ORGRO Distribution Program - Permit No.: WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) conducted a compliance inspection on April 26th, 2017, which
included a records review and site visit to the Hickory RCF. We would like to thank Mr. Paul Spencer for his time
and the facility tour.
The package plant area exhibited some strong odors; however, both the final compost storage and sludge receiving
areas appeared clean, well maintained and were free of odors, at the time of inspection.
During the site visit it was observed that the material storage pad was at maximum capacity and composted material
is being placed up the edge of the storage pad. This presents concern for the MRO as the storage pad area ends next
to an embankment. It is possible that a significant storm event could cause the material to flow down the
embankment and potentially threaten surface water.
The 2016 Annual Report indicates that less than 50% of the material produced by the facility was distributed. The
remaining material is retained on the storage pad and occupies space that is needed for production. As this is a class
"A" residual product, the marketing of the product by the consortium membership would help to alleviate the lack of
storage at the composting facility. Increased distribution may also alleviate the cost associated with sending the
undistributed material to a landfill for disposal, or for the creation additional storage space.
There are some mechanical issues that can be addressed to allow the facility to operate more effectively. The
aeration basin on the left as you are facing the reactor requires repairs to the aeration mechanism (diffuser heads) as
the aeration is creating a roiling affect in this basin. The excessive movement of the sludge can cause a shearing of
the activate organisms and therefore reduce the effective reduction of the sludge by these organisms.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1610 East Center .AvenUe, Suite 301 I 'Mooresville. North Carolina 28115
704-663-1699
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Mr: Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box.398
Hickory, North Carolina.28603-0398
F
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Governnt'
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
June 16, 2016
Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection and Acknowledgement
of Receipt of the 2015 Annual Report for Hickory
Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba ORGRO
Distribution Program Permit No. WQ0004568
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:.
Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) conducted a compliance inspection on April 7th, 2016, at
the Hickory Regional Composting Facility (RCF). We would like to thank Mr. Paul Spencer for his time
and the facility tour. This facility receives,teeated residuals from partners of the sludge consortium
(owner). The owner is comprised of 9 separate facilities that transfer treated biosolids to the RCF in
Hickory, Catawaba County.
Additional information requested as part of the annual Review Process was received by mail on June 16, i
2016. The package plant and sludge receiving area exhibited some strong odors; however, the final
compost storage areas appeared clean, -well maintained.and was free of odors, at the time of inspection.
The attached inspection report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have questions about the
report or your permit renewal, please .contact me by phone [phone]) or email at
[e-mail].-
Sincerely,
}
dtniard Watson; Hydrogeologist
Mooresville Regional Office
WaterQuality Regional Operations Section
Division of.Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment :Inspection Report April 20.16
CC: Paul Spencer, Project Manager,. RCF (email)
Kipp Glazier, LAU Compliance; CO=Raleigh (email)..
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I. Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations. .
Mooresville Regional Office 1' 610 East Center Avenue; Suite 301.1 Mooresville,.North Carolina 28115
104 663.1699

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0004563
Effective: 02/l)1/15 Expiration: 01/31/20 Owner:
City of Hickory
SOC:
Effective: Expiration: Facility:
Hickory Regional Compost Facility and Catawba OR
County: Catawba
3200 20th Ave SE
Region: Mooresville
Newton NC 28658
Contact Person: Mick Berry Title: City Manager
Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Certification:
Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NCO024279
City of Conover - Southeast•WWTP
NC0081370
City of Claremont - McLin Creek WWTP
NCO032662
City of Claremont - North WWTP
NCO040797
City of Hickory - Henry Fork WWTP
N00020401
City of Hickory -'Northeast WWTP
NCO024252
City of Conover - Northeast WWTP
NCO039594
Town of Maiden - Maiden WWTP -
NC0036196
City of Newton - Clark Creek WWTP
NCO026542
City of Hickory - Catawba WWTP .
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 EntryTime: 11:00AM Exit Time:
12:20PM
Primary Inspector: Edward
Watson
Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Maria Schulte
Roberto Scheller
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: . Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Facility Status: ® Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions -Record Keeping
® Sampling Pathogen and Vector. -Attraction
(See attachment summary)
Treatment
Storage

Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On April 7, 2016 Maria Schutte and Edward Watson from the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) arrived at the Hickory
Regional Composting Facitlity to perform a compliance inspection in accordance with permit WQ0004563. We met with
Mr. Paul Spencer, Project Manager for Veolia. A copy of the permit was not available. MRO staff provided a copy of the
permit to Mr. Spencer for his records. Based on the annual report review, several components were missing from the
annual report. The missing items from the Annual report were received by mail on June 16, 2016.
This site has a history of having odor problems. Odor scrubbers are in place, however, there may be an issue with sludge
age causing the creation of Nitrifying bacteria which might be creating residual off- gassing at the package plant. It is
possible that extended holding times of the residuals material being received from the consortium members may be
contributing to an anoxide condition of the sludge thereby adding to odor issues. Mr. Spencer is using floor mats to aid in
containing the odor.
The compost piles were neat and no odors were dectected from the compost piles during the site visit.
During a tour of the plant Mr. Spencer reviewed the composting process and we were able to view the tunnel reactor, the
centrifuge and the drying area. There was some odor that was noticed in the processing area.
On April 14, 2016 in a return visit to the Hickory Composting facility, Roberto Scheller accompanied Edward Watson to
provide Mr. Spencer with technical assistance. During this visit, it was noticed that one of the aeration basins of the
packlage plant appeared to be suffering from mechanical issues. It seems that either an air -line break or diffusers were not
working properly and the aeration process was creating a roiling of the aeration tank fluids. Calculations were performed to
determine the total tank volumes so that the liquid would be able to be transferred to a temporary holding area while the
diffusers were cleaned or repaired. The roiling of the fluid could be causing a shearing effect, preventing the bacteria from
performing digestion.
During this visit a slug of fluid was collected and it appeared that polymer was floating on the top of the fluid column
indicating too much polymer might be being added to the process. The technical assistance provided by Mr. Scheller was
more for the purpose of operation of the package plant rather than the composting component of this facility.
Additionally, it might be beneficial to receive sludge and supernate test results from the separate sludges recieved by the
RCF. This information along with Biologic Oxygen Demand (B.O.D.) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (C.O.D.)testing may
be helpful in assisting with process control. at the RCF.
Overall, the faciltiy is in compliance with the -permit. However, recording keeping has suffered in the transfer of project
managers.
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Pathogen and Vector Attraction
a. Fecal coliform SM 9221 E (Class A or B)
Class A, all test must be <1000 MPN/dry gram
Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for class B<2.0*10E6 CFU/dry gram
Fecal coliform SM 9222 D (Class B only)
Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for class B<2.0*10E6 CFU/dry gram
b. pH records for alkaline stabilization (Class A)
c. pH records for alkaline stabilization (Class B)
Temperature corrected
d. Salmonella (Class A, all test must be < 3MPN/4 gram day)
e. Time/Temp on:
Digester (MCRT)
Compost
Class A lime stabilization
f. Volatile Solids Calculations
g. Bench -top Aerobic/Anaerobic digestion results
Comment: The product meets Class A residuals requirements by composting.
Record Keeping
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required?
Are GW samples from all MWs sampled for all required parameters?
Are there any GW quality violations?
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility?
Is a copy of current permit on -site?
Are current metals and nutrient analysis available?
Are nutrient and metal loading calculating most limiting parameters?
a. TCLP analysis?
b. SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)?
Are PAN balances being maintained?
Are PAN balances within permit limits?
Has land application equipment been calibrated?
Are there pH records for alkaline stabilization?
Are there pH records for the land application site?
Are nutrient/crop removal practices in place?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Do lab sheets support data reported on Residual Analysis Summary? NN ❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records available? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records maintained and up-to-date? ❑ ❑ ❑ 11
# Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? ❑ ❑ ❑
Has application occurred during Seasonal Restriction window? ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Comment: Monitoring wells are not required for this permit. No odor compliants have been received by the
MRO for this site. This is a distribution only permit.
Sampling Yes No NA NE
Describe sampling:
Sampling was discussed at the time of inspection, but not observed. The MRO has a copy of the sampling
plan.
Is sampling adequate? 11 ❑ ❑ ❑
I& sampling representative? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Sampling should be adequate if the proposed sampling plan is followed. Samples are collected
as both grab and composite samples, as stated in their sampling plan.
Treatment _
Yes No NA NE
Check all that apply
Aerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion
❑
Alkaline Pasteurization (Class A)
❑
Alkaline Stabilization (Class B)
❑
Compost
Drying Beds
Other
❑
Comment: This facility aenerates compost from residuals received from 9 separate VWVT facilities that
compose a ASludge Consortium of contributors to the composting facility. The on -site drying
bed type units provide aeration for additional curing and odor reduction.
Tvpe Yes No NA NE
Land Application ❑
Distribution and Marketing
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
February 26, 2018
Mr. Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
COOPER
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Govenlor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretmv
LINDA CULPPER
Interim Director
Subject: Acknowledgement of Receipt of the 2017 Annual Report
for Hickory Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba
ORGRO Distribution Program Permit No. WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) has received and reviewed the 2017 Annual Report for
the Hickory Regional Composting Facility (RCF). This facility receives treated residuals from partners of
the sludge consortium which is comprised of 9 separate facilities that transfer treated biosolids to the
RCF in Hickory, Catawaba County.
The information provided in the annual report appears to be complete and in compliance with the
permit.
If you have questions about the report, please contact me by phone [phone]) or email at
[e-mail].
Sincerely,
E2Watson, Hydr geologist
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
CC: Paul Spencer, Project Manager, RCF (email)
Sonia Gregory, LAU Compliance, CO -Raleigh (email)
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality. I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
704 663 1699

Permit: WQ0004563
SOC:
County: Catawba
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Mick Berry
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 02/01/15 Expiration: 01/31/20 owner: City of Hickory
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Hickory Regional Compost Facility and Catawba OR
3200 20th Ave SE
Title: City Manager
Certification:
Related Permits:
NC0024279
City of Conover - Southeast WWTP
NC0081370
City of Claremont - McLin Creek WWTP
NC0032662
City of Claremont - North WWTP
NC0040797
City of Hickory - Henry Fork WWTP
NC0020401
City of Hickory - Northeast WWTP
NC0024252
City of Conover - Northeast WWTP
NC0039594
Town of Maiden - Maiden WWTP
NC0036196
City of Newton - Clark Creek WWTP
NC0025542
City of Hickory - Catawba WWTP
Inspection Date:
02/23/2018 Entry Time: 02:OOPM
Primary Inspector:
Edward Watson
Secondary Inspector(s):
Newton NC 28658
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 05:OOPM
Phone:
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Annual Report Review
Permit Inspection Type: Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Record Keeping Treatment
Sampling Pathogen and Vector Attraction
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 02/23/2018 Inspection Type : Annual Report Review Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
This report is to acknowledge the receipt of the Annual Report. A site vist will be scheduled for a separate date.
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 02/23/2018 Inspection Type : Annual Report Review Reason for Visit: Routine
e. Time/Temp on: ❑ ❑ ❑
Digester (MCRT) ❑
Compost
Class A lime stabilization ❑
f. Volatile Solids Calculations ❑ ❑ N ❑
g. Bench -top Aerobic/Anaerobic digestion results ❑ ❑ N ❑
Comment: VAR is acheived by 14 day aerobic reduction composting. Temperature is maintained for the
required time to affect pathogen reduction. Fecal coliform bacteria is reduced to within permit
limits.
Treatment
Check all that apply
Yes No NA NE
Aerobic Digestion ❑
Anaerobic Digestion ❑
Alkaline Pasteurization (Class A) ❑
Alkaline Stabilization (Class B) ❑
Compost
Drying Beds ❑
Other ❑
Comment: Temperature data indicates that adequate temperature was achieved for a long enough duration
to affect coliform bacteria reduction.
Sampling Yes No NA NE
Describe sampling:
Is sampling adequate? N ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sampling representative? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Sampling appears to be adequate.
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Y ROY_,_, COOPER
.` Governor
ICH7A 'LDS. REGAN
Secretary
Water Resources S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Direclal'
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY - ,
March 7, 2017
Mr, Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection.and Acknowledgement
of Receipt of the 2016 Annual Report for Hickory
Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba ORGRO
Distribution Program Permit No. WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) has received and reviewed the.2016 Annual Report for
the Hickory Regional'Composting Facility (RCF). This facility receives treated residuals from partners of
the sludge consortium which is comprised of 9 separate facilities that transfer treated biosolids to the
RCF in Hickory,.Catawaba County.
The information provided in the annual report appears to be complete and in compliance with the
permit. However, a review of the information provided in the report indicates elevated fecal coliform
being present on two separate. occasions during this past year. The MRO is requesting information to
explain these elevated reporting for coliform bacteria for February. and August of this past year..
If you have questions about the report, please contact me by phone [phone]) or email at
[e-mail]..
Sincerely,
aE'ward Watson, Hydrogeologist
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional .Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
CC: Paul Spencer, Project Manager, RCF (email)
Kipp Glazier, LAU Compliance, CO -Raleigh (email)
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
704 663 1699
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(i)VEOLIA 3200 0TH AVE 1NUE S.E. OMPOST FACILITY
WATER NEWTON, NC 28658
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
USE AGREEMENT FOR LAND APPLICATION
TELEPHONE [phone]
FACSIMILE 828-465-4115
E-Mail [e-mail]
Catawba ORGRO High Organic Compost generated at the Regional Compost Facility is intended to be
used for horticulture, landscaping, topsoil production, and land reclamation.
Following the Compost Utilization Sheet instructions, ORGRO may be used for ornamental flowers, shrubs,
soil conditioner, and other similar uses. This product shall be applied at agronomic rates and recommended
rates for its intended use included in the Compost Utilization Sheet instruction.
The application of ORGRO is prohibited to the land except in accordance to this use agreement. The compost
should not be applied to flooded, frozen or snow covered ground. The ORGRO compost should not be applied
or stored within (100) feet of any public or private water supply such as a river, stream, lake, pond or natural
drainage way. Adequate procedures shall be provided to prevent runoff from carrying any disposed or stored
compost into any surface waters. Application of bulk residuals shall not occur within 25 feet of surface waters..
As with any fertilizer product do not apply in or near any water supply source or any body of water, including
wells, streams, rivers and lakes. I agree to the terms of sections I through 6 for land applications attached to
this agreement.
I, the undersigned, understand the uses of the ORGRO High Organic Compost and relieve the owners and
operators of any responsibility for accidents and / liabilities resulting from the use of the ORGRO compost
material. This sale is subject to the terms and conditions appearing on the reverse side of this form.
VOLUME RECEIVED:
INTENDED USE:
ADDRESS.
SIGNATURE: DATE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Terms and Conditions below shall exclusively govern the sale of the product, notwithstanding any contrary terms
contained in any purchase order or contract furnished by the Buyer. Any contrary terms are hereby objected to.
1. There are no warranties, expressed or implied, which extend beyond the description contained in this label and
the RFC no makes express or implied warranty, including, without limitation, warranty of merchantability or of
the fitness of ORGRO for any particular purpose. Accordingly, and without limitation, there is no warranty, express or
implied, as to quality or productivity of any compost and the RCF is not responsible for any alleged damage from the
application of ORGRO compost. Biosolids compost, like composted manure, is hygienically and environmentally safe if it
is used properly. Compost should be used as directed on this agreement. The user agrees to abide by the instructions for
usage provided with this compost.
2. In no event shall either party be responsible for indirect or consequential damages arising from use or the compost,
including without limitation loss of profits or revenue.
3. Except for payment of invoices, neither party shall be liable for delays or failures of performance resulting from
unforeseen or unpreventable cause, including without limitation, shortages of supply, adverse weather, fire, strike or labor
slowdown, mechanical breakdown, and delays in transportation.
4. Payment for all invoice amounts shall be due upon receipt. Amounts remaining unpaid after 30 days of the date of
invoice will be subject to interest of 12% per annum from the date of invoice.
5. All sales are FOB Shipping Point and risk of loss shall transfer to the Buyer at that point. Cost of transportation shall be
the obligation of the Buyer.

By agreeing to accept the bulk Class A residuals, it is recognized that the application of these residual is
allowed under the conditions of this agreement. Land application of Class A residuals is considered the
beneficial reuse of a waste under 15A NCAC 02t.1100, and has been deemed permitted under 15 A
NCAC 02T.1103(4) provided the conditions of this agreement are met. Any action resulting in damages
to surface water or groundwater, caused by failure to follow the conditions of this agreement, is subject to
Division enforcement action;
The person or entity accepting the bulk Class residuals shall to the best of their knowledge meet the
following application requirements:
1. Bulk residuals shall not be land applied under the following conditions:
a) If the residuals are likely to adversely affect a threatened or endangered species listed
under section 4 of the Endangered Species Act or its designated critical habitat.
b) If the application causes prolonged nuisance conditions.
c) If the land fails to assimilate the, bulk residuals or the application causes the contravention
of surface water or groundwater standards.
d) If the land is flooded, frozen or snow-covered, or is otherwise in a condition such that
runoff of the residuals would occur.
e) Within the 100-year flood elevation, unless the bulk residuals are injected or incorporated
within 1 24-hour period following a residuals 'land application event.
f) During a measurable precipitation event (i.e., greater than 0.01 inch per hour), or within 24
hours following a residuals land application event.
g) If the slope is greater than 10% for surface applied liquid residuals, or if the slope is
greater than 18% for injected or incorporated bulk liquid residuals.
h) If the soil pH is not maintained at 6.0 or greater, unless sufficient amounts of lime are
applied to achieve a final soil pH of a 6.0, or if an agronomist provides information
indicating that the pH of the soil, residuals and lime mixture is suitable for the specified
crop. Any approved variations to the acceptable soil pH (6.0) will be noted in this permit.
i) If the land does not have an established vegetative comer unless the residuals are
incorporated or injected within 1 24-hour period following a residuals land application
event. Any field that is in a USDA no -till program shall be exempted form meeting this
vegetative cover requirement.
j) If the vertical separation between the seasonal high water table and the depth of residuals
application is less than one foot.
k) If the vertical separation of bedrock and the depth of residuals application is less than one
foot.
1) Application exceeds agronomic rates.
2. Compost residuals shall not be stockpiled for more than 30 days prior to land application.

3. Application of bulk residuals shall not occur within 100 feet of a public or private water supply
source.
4. Application of bulk residuals shall not occur within 100 feet of any well, with the exception of
Division approved monitoring wells.;
5. Application of bulk residuals shall not occur within 25 feet of surface waters.
The generator of the class A bulk residuals shall provide information of the proper use of the residuals,
including information on the nutrient quantities within the residuals and recommended application rates.
A copy of the label or inform sheet attached to bags or other containers, as specified in the labeling
requirements under Paragraph 6 below, is sufficient.
The applicator or party accepting bulk residuals from the Permittee shall supply all third parties receiving
bulk residuals with documentation specifying that application shall occur consistent with the utilization
agreement.
Instruction, including contact information for key personnel, shall be provided to the applicator or party
receiving bulk residuals in the event that any requirement specified in the utilization agreement are not
met.
A copy of the Utilization Agreement shall be maintained at the land application sites when bulk residuals
are being applied.
All residuals shall be adequately stored to prevent untreated leachate runoff. The finished product may
be placed on a concrete pad, placed under shelter or physically covered until it is distributed to the buyer.
If an alternate storage site is used, approval must be obtained from the Division.
6. A label shall be affixed to the bag or other container in which residuals are sold or given away
for land application, or an information sheet shall be provided to the person who receives
Class A residuals. At a minimum, the label or information sheet shall contain the following:
a. The name and address of the person who prepared the residuals.
b. A statement that residual land application is prohibited except in accordance with the
instructions on the label or information sheet.
c. A statement identifying that this material shall be prevented from entering any public or
private water supply source (including wells) and any surface water (e.g., stream, lake,
river, wetland, etc.).
d. A statement that the residuals shall be applied at agronomic rates and recommended
rates for its intended use.

(j)VEOLI.A 3200 0TH AVENUE S.E.OMPOST FACILITY FACSIMILE 828-465-41015
WATER NEWTON, NC 28658 E-Mail [e-mail]
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
Compost Utilization
ORGRO High Organic Compost is a natural and renewable organic finished soil product suitable for a
variety of beneficial applications and end uses. ORGRO compost benefits can be achieved for various uses
by following recommended application rates and methods of utilization:
➢ Landscaping -- For landscaping flower beds, plants and trees, add 1" of ORGRO compost and work
into the top 3" of existing soil. The optimum soil amendment mix requires the addition of about 33%
by volume of ORGRO compost to the landscape area; mix thoroughly to at least a 5" depth. For new
annuals, perennials, plants, shrubs and trees, add 2" of ORGRO compost and mix with the top 5" to
increase mixture to 40% by volume. Remove excess soil and water thoroughly, including entire root
zone, for saturation and best results.
➢ Mulching --- For surfaces mulching applications around flowers, landscape plants and trees, apply a
2" layer of ORGRO.compost. Add uniformly on surface around entire beds and trees and avoid
excess buildup to ensure optimal growth and water flow. Repeat mulch applications in early spring
and in fall to suppress weeds and maximize appearance.
➢ Topsoil and Sod Production --- Incorporate 2" of ORGRO compost into the top 4-6" of soil and mix
thoroughly. Use a lower rate of 33% by volume on relatively fertile soil and a higher rate of 50% by
volume on low grade sandy loams or infertile soil. Uniformly apply 3-4 cubic yards per 1,000 square
feet of surface area to be sodded and irrigate for germination and sod establishment.
➢ Turfgrass and Topdressing --- For establishment of cool season turfgrass (fescue, bluegrass,
ryegrass), incorporate ORGRO compost by rototilling 3-4 cubic feet per 1,000 square feet of lawn
into the top 4-6" of soil. Broadcast uniformly and sow small -seeded grasses (bluegrass) on surface
and then top dress with 1 cubic yard per 1,000 square feet if seeded area and water thoroughly. Apply
11/2 cubic yards per 1,000 square feet to lawn after sowing larger -seeded grasses (fescues) to cover
for germination and root establishment and water thoroughly. For existing warm season grasses
(Bermuda grass, zoysia), apply the same rates in the spring and V2 cubic yard per 1,000 square feet in
midsummer as a top dressing over seeding for best results. -
➢ Nursery Container Media and Potting Mixes --- For nursery stock container growing media and
potting mixes, blend in equal parts of ORGRO compost with other soil materials (i.e. peat,
vermiculite, perlite, bark, sandy loam or pine fines) with a maximum rate of 33% by volume. Do not
over apply compost to prevent excess nitrogen in the growing media or inhibition of high growth
yields. Water thoroughly and drain mixes several times before planting and after transplanting to
prevent any salt injury to the plants. If needed, grind or sift compost to produce fine -textured potting
media for optimal growing contact, seed germination, moisture availability and organic and nutrients
balance.

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Feedstock
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Preparation
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Screening
Markets
COMMERCIAL ANAEROBIC DIGESTION PROCESS
> k Hydrolysis, Acidogenesis Biogas Refinement
Feedstock Preparation Acetogenesis, & Separation of Solid Lab Analysis &
Collection Methanogenesis Digestate > Markets
Gallins Family Farm,
Mocksville _
Warren Wilson
College, Swannanoa
Danny's Dumpster,
Asheville
Earth Farms,
Stanley
Wallace Farms, /
Huntersville
Blue Sphere (AD),
Charlotte
Legend
= Composting Facility
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Wallace Farms;
Advance .
Brooks Contractor,
Goldston
Barham Farms/Full Circle
Recycle (AD), Zebulon
McGill
Environmental,
New Hill .
Eastern Compost,
Rocky Mount
Craven Ag
Compost,
New Bern
McGill Environmental,
Delway
Updated 2/13/17
Beverage Destruction Service,
Smithfield (depackageronly)
Additional Maps: http://deq.nc.gov/conservation/recycling/composting/organics-maps
1. Waste Audit: know the type and amounts of organic waste produced at
your facility
2. Use of Organic Waste: research who can use your organic waste
3. Hauler: find a company that can transport your organic waste
4. Contract set the collection (bin rental, tipping fee, pickup frequency,
contamination fee, take into account cost savings in garbage reduction)
5. Engage: Design and implement an.employee engagement program
6. Feedback: create milestones, evaluate and improve regularly

These are some of the most common organic
materials that can be recycled through
composting or anaerobic digestion: yard waste,"
wooden pallets, cardboard, paper towels, office
paper, medium density fiberboard (MDF) sawdust, drywall, pre/post-consumer food
waste, food manufacturing byproducts (liquids & solids), dissolved air flotation (DAF)
skimmings, oils, grease trap waste, animal bedding, diatomaceous earth, plant based
materials, compostable eating utensils (BPlcertified preferably), and others.
Landfilled organic waste materials will decompose anaerobically and release methane,
a strong greenhouse gas contributing to climate change. Organic waste materials have
nutrients that can be recycled to make compost and other soil amendment or turned .
into energy, such as biogas or electricity. The soil amendments can improve stormwater
management, reduce soil erosion and runoff, sequester carbon, provide plant nutrients
and more. Recycling of organic waste can help you meet Zero -Waste -to -Landfill (ZWTL)
goals and reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with your operations.
Composting is a controlled biological aerobic process that breaks down organic matter
through the generation of heat and stabilized to the. point that is beneficial for plant
growth, this product is known as compost.
Anaerobic Digestion (AD) is a controlled biological anaerobic process that breaks down
organic matter through a series of biochemical reactions to the point that it generates
renewable biogas (typically 60% methane, 40% carbon dioxide) and can be mixed with
natural gas or turned into electricity.
Contac A
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Organics Recycling Specialist.
[e-mail] 919-707-8123
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Water Resources
Environmental Quality
May 3, 2017
Mr. Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection and
Acknowledgement of Receipt of 2015 Annual Report
Hickory Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba
ORGRO Distribution Program - Permit No.: WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) conducted a compliance inspection on April 26th, 2017, which
included a records review and site visit to the Hickory RCF. We would like to thank Mr. Paul Spencer for his time
and the facility tour.
The package plant area exhibited some strong odors; however, both the final compost storage and sludge receiving
areas appeared clean, well maintained and were free of odors, at the time of inspection.
During the site visit it was observed that the material storage pad was at maximum capacity and composted material
is being placed up the edge of the storage pad. This presents concern for the MRO as the storage pad area ends next
to an embankment. It is possible that a significant storm event could cause the material to flow down the
embankment and potentially threaten surface water.
The 2016 Annual Report indicates that less than 50% of the material produced by the facility was distributed. The
remaining material is retained on the storage pad and occupies space that is needed for production. As this is a class
"A", residual product, the marketing of the product by the consortium membership would help to alleviate the lack of
storage at the composting facility. Increased distribution may also alleviate the cost associated with sending the
undistributed material to a landfill for disposal, or for the creation additional storage space.
There are some mechanical issues that can be addressed to allow the facility to operate more effectively. The
aeration basin on the left as you are facing the reactor requires repairs to the aeration mechanism (diffuser heads) as
the aeration is creating a roiling affect in this basin. The excessive movement of the sludge can cause a shearing of
the activate organisms and therefore reduce the effective reduction of the sludge by these organisms.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
704-663-1699

Overall, the facility has been found to be in compliance with the permit.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding this report, I may be reached by phone at [phone] or
email [e-mail], should you have questions.
Sincerely,
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment: Inspection Report April 2016
CC: Paul Spencer, Project Manager, RCF (via email)
Sonia Gregory, LAU Compliance, CO -Raleigh (email)

Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/26/2017 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On April 26, 2017 Edward Watson and Maria Schutte of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) arrived at the Hickory
Regional Composting Facility(RCF) to perform an annual compliance inspection in accordance with permit WQ0004563.
We met with Mr. Paul Spencer of Veolia Water.
A copy of the permit was present and available for review. Information was provided to Mr. Spencer referencing the NCG',-q
Annual Report format guidance document to be used to asssit Mr. Spencer as a reference guide for Annual Report
composition. The 2016 Annual report for the RCF was well organized and met the criteria required for annual report
submission.
The MRO also provided information regarding a certified in State laboratory that could performance Salmonella Testing a
means of Further Pathogen Reduction.
Under Permit "Condition:V.2, this permit requires that available an storage area be present to recieve the materials
produced at the RCF and prevent malfunctions which may result in the release of wastes to the environment". At the timE
of the site visit, there is no additional capacity of storage area the material being produced as it is being occupied by
materials previously produced in 2016. Because of the lack of storage area available, the composted material is being
stored up to the edge of the pad. This may prove to be a potential risk for materials to wash down the side of the
embankment located at the edge of the storage pad in the event of a significant rainfall.
Public marketing of the class "A" materials produced at the RCF could provide relief for the storage shortage. The 2016
annual report indicates that less than 50% of the material produced was distributed. The site has the capablty to increase
the storage pad area. However, increasing distribution of the product would be more benficial to the parties involved rather
than incurring additional cost for pad expansion or taking the excess material to a landfill for disposal.
Overall, the RCF is in compliance with the permit
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BENEF`.I:TS
■ Slowly releases organic
nitrogen as naturallertilizer
for sustained growth
■ Provides essential
micro -nutrients; minerals
and trace eleinen:ts which, are
not found in :common'
fer-tihzers�,
Conditions soil,with
.increase4prgan c matter and
water .and nutrient. retention,
forrvigorous plant growth
s Provides. a,soil environment
r
whichiis,favorable to
aeration,:root growth. and
nutrient •absorption. 'S
Decreases soil compaction
and erosion and prevents
nitrogen loss to ground water
■. Proviad§ biolog cal.:control of
soil-bhorne plant --pathogens
,and suppresses `turf diseases
Reduces ­the ainoun"t ofInore
expensive:°soil additives,,
chemicals and fortilizera to
top dressing mixes.
-,and
growing media.
SUPERIOR QUALITY
■ High organic matter and
nutrients
■ Consistent particle size and
fine. texture,
® Non -offensive,. "earthy" odors
e Dark, itich color
■ High cation exchange
capacity
■ Slightly alkaline pH
• Low'conductivity and salts
ORGRO High Organic Compost
Product Analysis
Comp ietParamete'r
Results
,,'Organic Matter-
77
Total Nitrogen (%)
1.2
Organic Nitrogen: (%)
I.0
Soluble Ammonia (%)-
0.2,
Soluble Nitrate (ppm)
2;
Total Phosphorus (%)
0.7
Total Potassium (%)`
04,
Total. Sulfur (%) �
0;3
Alkaline pH. (S.U.)-
8.1
CIN'Ratio ,(mg/mg)
17:1
CEC (meq/100g)
26
Salts (mmhos/tm)
249
CHARACTERISTICS
■ Dry, stable -and -mature
■ High water holding capacity
m High _organic matter content
® Non-phytotoxic and high
'germination rates°
a Weed seed free
ORGRO High Organic Compost I
Stability & Maturity
Compost Parameter
Results
Moisture Content(%)
38
Total Solids (%)
62
Water -Holding Capacity 0/0
70
Maturity (C/dy)
.0.7
Stability,CC.rise)
16
Respiration (ngCO2/&S/dy.)
4.3
Oxidation/Reduction (ORP)
11.6
Volatile Organic Acids N)
0.1
Germination Rate'(%) .
104
Note::ORGRO'High Organic Compost
parameters are analyzed on a bimonthly
basis. Constituent levels vary slighto between
samples. ORGRO is an unresiricted-
wastewater residual product•and-is
ther rernmmended for all obeneficial, uses and,
land applications, Noweuer; the Consortium
and PSG do not expresslYor impliedly
warrant the properties or quality of this
product or the benefits orsafety.of its end use.
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�E O L I A 32ICKORY 0 0TH AVEGNUE SLCOMPOST FACILITY
WATER NEWTON, NC 28658
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
USE AGREEMENT
TELEPHONE [phone]
FACSIMILE 828465-4115
E-Mail [e-mail]
Catawba ORGRO High Organic Compost generated at the Regional Compost Facility is intended to be
used for horticulture, landscaping, topsoil production, and land reclamation.
Following the Compost Utilization Sheet instructions, ORGRO may be used for ornamental flowers, shrubs,
soil conditioner, and other similar uses. This product shall be applied at agronomic rates and recommended
rates for its intended use included in the Compost Utilization Sheet instruction.
The application of ORGRO is prohibited to the land except in accordance to this use agreement. The compost
should not be applied to flooded, frozen or snow covered ground. The ORGRO compost should not be applied
or stored within (100) feet of any public or private water supply such as a river, stream, lake, pond or natural
drainage way. Adequate procedures shall be provided to prevent runoff from carrying any disposed or stored
compost into any surface waters. As with any fertilizer product, do not apply in or near any water supply source
or any body of water, including wells, streams, rivers and lakes.
I, the undersigned, understand the uses of the ORGRO High Organic Compost and relieve the owners and
operators of any responsibility for accidents and / liabilities resulting from the use of the ORGRO compost
material. This sale is subject to the terms and conditions appearing on the reverse side of this form.
VOLUME RECEIVED:
INTENDED USE:
ADDRESS.
SIGNATURE: DATE

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Terms and Conditions below shall exclusively govern the sale of the product, notwithstanding any contrary terms
contained in any purchase order or contract furnished by the Buyer. Any contrary terms are hereby objected to.
1. There are no warranties, expressed or implied, which extend beyond the description contained in this label and
the RFC no makes express or implied warranty, including, without limitation, warranty of merchantability or of
the fitness of ORGRO for any particular purpose. Accordingly, and without limitation, there is no warranty, express or
implied, as to quality or productivity of any compost and the RCF is not responsible for any alleged damage from the
application of ORGRO compost. Biosolids compost, like composted manure, is hygienically and environmentally safe if it
is used properly. Compost should be used as directed on this agreement. The user agrees to abide by the instructions for
usage provided with this compost.
2. In no event shall either party be responsible for indirect or consequential damages arising from use or the compost,
including without limitation loss of profits or revenue.
3. Except for payment of invoices, neither party shall be liable for delays or failures of performance resulting from
unforeseen or unpreventable cause, including without limitation, shortages of supply, adverse weather, fire, strike or labor
slowdown, mechanical breakdown, and delays in transportation.
4. Payment for all invoice amounts shall be due upon receipt. Amounts remaining unpaid after 30 days of the date of
invoice will be subject to interest of 12% per annum from the date of invoice.
5. All sales are FOB Shipping Point and risk of loss shall transfer to the Buyer at that point. Cost of transportation shall be
the obligation of the Buyer.

Permit: WQ0004563
SOC:
County: Catawba
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Mick Berry
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 02/01/15 Expiration: 01/31/20 Owner: City of Hickory
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Hickory Regional Compost Facility and Catawba OR,
3200 20th Ave SE
Title: City Manager
Certification:
Related Permits:
NC0024279
City of Conover - Southeast WWTP
NC0081370
City of Claremont - McLin Creek WWTP
NC0032662
City of Claremont - North WWTP
NC0040797
City of Hickory - Henry Fork WWTP
NC0020401
City of Hickory - Northeast WWTP
NC0024252
City of Conover - Northeast WWTP
NC0039594
Town of Maiden - Maiden WWTP
NC0036196
City of Newton - Clark Creek WWTP
NC0025542
City of Hickory - Catawba WWTP
Inspection Date:
04/26/2017 Entry Time: 01:OOPM
Primary Inspector:
Edward Watson
Secondary Inspector(s):
Maria Schutte
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Newton NC 28658
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 03:30PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Miscellaneous Questions Record Keeping
Sampling Pathogen and Vector Attraction
(See attachment summary)
Treatment
Storage
Page: 1

NP:
Permit: W00004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/26/2017 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On April 25, 2017 Edward Watson and Maria Schulte of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) arrived at the Hickory
Regional Composting Facility(RCF) to perform an annual compliance inspection in accordance with permit WQ0004563.
We met with Mr. Paul Spencer of Veolia Water.
A copy of the permit was present and available for review. Information was provided to Mr. Spencer referencing the NCDEQ
Annual Report format guidance document to be used to asssit Mr. Spencer as a reference guide for Annual Report
composition. The 2016 Annual report for the RCF was well organized and met the criteria required for annual report
submission.
The MRO also provided information regarding a certified in state laboratory that could perform Salmonella Testing as a
means of Further Pathogen Reduction.
The MRO received laboratory data from Mr. Spencer to aid the MRO in making further assesments of the performance of
the treatment present at the RCF. Thie information will hopefully provide the MRO with the facilities servicing capacity
limitations.
The materials storage pad at the RCF is at capacity for the material being produced. During the site visit, it was observed
that composted material was being stored up to the edge of the pad. This may prove to be a potential risk for materials to
wash down the side of the embankment located at the edge of the storage pad in the event of a significant rainfall.
Public marketing of the class "A" materials produced at the RCF may provide assisitance to be able to attract more
distribution of the composted material producted at this facility. The annaul report indicates that only % of the material
produced are being distributed. In lieu of increasing distribution, additional storage is reccommended to be provided to the
facility to prevent having to send excess material to a local landfill.
Overall, the RCF is in compliance with the permit.
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Permit: WO0004563 Owner- Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/26/2017 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Pathogen and Vector Attraction 1
Yes No NA NE
a. Fecal coliform SM 9221 E (Class A or B)
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Class A, all test must be <1000 MPN/dry gram
Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for class B<2.0*10E6 CFU/dry gram
❑
Fecal coliform SM 9222 D (Class B only)
❑
❑ ❑
Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for class B<2.0*10E6 CFU/dry gram
❑
b. pH records for alkaline stabilization (Class A)
❑ ❑ ❑
c. pH records for alkaline stabilization (Class B)
❑
❑ ❑ ❑
Temperature corrected
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d. Salmonella (Class A, all test must be < 3MPN/4 gram day)
❑
❑ 0 ❑
e. Time/Temp on:
M
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Compost
Class A lime stabilization
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f. Volatile Solids Calculations
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❑ 0 ❑
g. Bench -top Aerobic/Anaerobic digestion results
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❑ ❑
Comment: The products meets the. Class A requirements by composting.
Record Keepinq
Yes No NA NE
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required?
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❑ ❑
Are there any GW quality violations?
❑
❑ M ❑
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility?
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❑ 0 ❑
Is a copy of current permit on -site?
❑ ❑ ❑
Are current metals and nutrient analysis available?
M
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0
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M
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Are PAN balances being maintained?
❑
❑ M ❑
Are PAN balances within permit limits?
❑
❑ M ❑
Has land application equipment been calibrated?
❑
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❑
❑ 0 ❑
Are there pH records for the land application site?
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❑ 0 ❑
Are nutrient/crop removal practices in place?
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/26/2017 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Do lab sheets support data reported on Residual Analysis Summary? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records available? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Are hauling records maintained and up-to-date? ❑ ❑ N ❑
# Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Has application occurred during Seasonal Restriction window? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: This is a Class "A" distriubution permit. No monitor wells are required for this permit.
Sampling Yes No NA NE
Describe sampling:
Samping was discussed at the time of inspection, but no sampling was observed during the site visit.
Is sampling adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sampling representative? E ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Samples are collected as composite and grab samples as indicated in the sampling plan.
Treatment Yes No NA NE
Check all that apply
Aerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion ❑
Alkaline Pasteurization (Class A) ❑
Alkaline Stabilization (Class B) ❑
Compost
Drying Beds ❑
Other ❑
Comment: This faciltV generate compost from pre-treated residuls received from a consortium of 7 member
VWVfPs.
The facility operator is encouraged to collect BOD and COD information from consortium
members prior to treatment to obtain a more complete understanding the receiveing waste
stream as the waste stream will vary form consortium members.
Type Yes No NA NE
Land Application ❑
Distribution and Marketing
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March 30, 2017
Paul Spencer
Veolia Water North America
3200 20th Ave SE
Newton, NC 28658
RE: Project: INFLUENT
Pace Project No.: 92334142
Dear Paul Spencer:
Enclosed are the analytical results for sample(s) received by the laboratory on March 21, 2017. The
results relate only to the samples included in this report. Results reported herein conform to the most
current, applicable TNI/NELAC standards and the laboratory's Quality Assurance Manual, where
applicable, unless otherwise noted in the body of the report.
If you have any questions concerning this report, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Angela Baioni
[e-mail]
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Project Manager
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Mr. Paul Spencer, Veolia Water North America
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Project: INFLUENT
Pace Project No.: 92334142
Asheville Certification IDs
2225 Riverside Drive, Asheville, NC 28804
FloridalNELAP Certification #: E87648
Massachusetts Certification #: M-NC030
North Carolina Drinking Water Certification #: 37712
North Carolina Wastewater Certification #: 40
South Carolina Certification #: 99030001
UrginiaNELAP Certification #: 460222
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Analytes
Lab ID Sample ID Method 'Analysts Reported Laboratory
92334142001 INFLUENT SM 5210B. ALC 1 PASI-A
SM 5220D CJH1 1 PASI-A
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Project: INFLUENT
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Sample: INFLUENT Lab ID: 92334142001 Collected: 03/20/17 14:40 Received: 03/21/17 10:10 Matrix: Water
Parameters Results Units Report Limit DF Prepared Analyzed CAS No. Qual
5210B BOD, 5 day Analytical Method: SM 5210B
BOD, 5 day 1810 mg/L 2.0 1 03/22/17 05:17 03/27/17 08:19
5220D COD Analytical Method: SM 5220D
Chemical Oxygen Demand 2230 mg/L 50.0 2 03/30/17 00:25
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QUALITY CONTROL DATA
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Pace Project No.: 92334142
QC Batch: 353160 Analysis Method: SM 5210B
QC Batch Method: SM 5210B Analysis Description: 5210B BOD, 5 day
Associated Lab Samples: 92334142001
METHOD BLANK: 1959019 Matrix: Water
Associated Lab Samples: 92334142001
Blank Reporting
Parameter Units Result Limit Analyzed Qualifiers
BOD, 5 day mg/L ND 2.0 03/27/17 08:19
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LABORATORY CONTROL SAMPLE: 1959020
Spike LCS LCS % Rec
Parameter Units Conc. Result % Rec Limits Qualifiers
BOD, 5 day mg/L 198 187 94 84.6-115.4
SAMPLE DUPLICATE: 1959021
92334122002 Dup
Parameter Units Result Result RPD Qualifiers
BOD, 5 day mg/L 311 290 7
Results presented on this page are in the units indicated by the "Units" column except where an alternate unit is presented to the right of the result
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QC Batch: 354304 Analysis Method: SM 5220D
QC Batch Method: SM 5220D Analysis Description: 5220D COD
Associated Lab Samples: 92334142001
METHOD BLANK: 1965301
Associated Lab Samples: 92334142001
Parameter Units
Chemical Oxygen Demand mg/L
Matrix: Water
Blank Reporting
Result Limit Analyzed Qualifiers
ND 25.0 03/30/17 00:25
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LABORATORY CONTROL SAMPLE: 1965302
Spike LCS LCS % Rec
Parameter Units Cone. Result % Rec Limits Qualifiers
Chemical Oxygen Demand mg/L 750 777 104 90-110
MATRIX SPIKE & MATRIX SPIKE DUPLICATE: 1965303 1965304
MS MSD
92334138001 Spike Spike MS MSD MS MSD % Rec
Parameter Units Result Cone. Cone. Result Result % Rec % Rec Limits RPD Qual
Chemical Oxygen Demand mg/L 52.0 750 750 831 857 104 107 90-110 3
MATRIX SPIKE & MATRIX SPIKE DUPLICATE: 1965305 1965306
MS MSD
92334497001 Spike Spike MS MSD MS MSD % Rec
Parameter Units Result Cone. Cone. Result Result % Rec % Rec Limits RPD Qual
Chemical Oxygen Demand mg/L 132 750 750 822 817 92 91 90-110 1
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QUALIFIERS
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DEFINITIONS
DF - Dilution Factor, if reported, represents the factor applied to the reported data due to dilution of the sample aliquot.
ND - Not Detected at or above adjusted reporting limit.
J - Estimated concentration above the adjusted method detection limit and below the adjusted reporting limit.
MDL -Adjusted Method Detection Limit.
PQL - Practical Quantitation Limit.
RL - Reporting Limit.
S - Surrogate
1,2-Diphenylhydrazine decomposes to and cannot be separated from Azobenzene using Method 8270. The result for each analyte is
a combined concentration.
Consistent with EPA guidelines, unrounded data are displayed and have been used to calculate % recovery and RPD values.
LCS(D) - Laboratory Control Sample (Duplicate)
MS(D) - Matrix Spike (Duplicate)
DUP - Sample Duplicate
RPD - Relative Percent Difference
NC - Not Calculable.
SG - Silica Gel - Clean -Up
U - Indicates the compound was analyzed for, but not detected.
Acid preservation may not be appropriate for 2 Chloroethylvinyl ether.
A separate vial preserved to a pH of 4-5 is recommended in SW846 Chapter 4 for the analysis of Acrolein and Acrylonitrile by EPA
Method 8260.
N-Nitrosodiphenylamine decomposes and cannot be separated from Diphenylamine using Method 8270. The result reported for
each analyte is a combined concentration.
Pace Analytical is TNI accredited. Contact your Pace PM for the current list of accredited analytes.
TNI - The NELAC Institute.
LABORATORIES
PASI-A Pace Analytical Services - Asheville
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QUALITY CONTROL DATA CROSS REFERENCE TABLE
Project: INFLUENT
Pace Project No.: 92334142
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Analytical
Lab ID Sample ID QC Batch Method QC Batch Analytical Method Batch
92334142001 INFLUENT SM 5210B 353160 SM 5210B 353181
92334142001 INFLUENT SM 5220D 354304
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Document Name:
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Sample Condition Upon Receipt(SCUR)
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Correction Factor: Cooler Temp Corrected (°C): . �j Biological Tissue Frozen? []Yes ❑No ;❑
Temp should be above freezing to 6°C
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Subject: High Fecal Count
Reviewing data collected at the times Fecal was elevated, Pathogen Reduction Requirements and Vector Attraction Reduction was
met. Though these two sampling periods show a elevated Fecal count the limit was not exceeded, ( the limit being 1000 MPN/g). The
actual limits occurring in February and August 2017 were 462MPN/g and 862 MPN/g. The most common occurrence is cross contamination
with samples taken for analysis, either during sampling or at the lab doing the analysis. Depending on how long between sampling and
testing, that contamination has a chance to grow in optimum conditions and 'even a minuscule amount can change the result
drastically. Remnant fecal coli-forms can also regrow during the cooling phase of the compost as the piles cool. Another large factor in fecal
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four rows, Please indicate how averages were calculated SNC => Significant Non -Compliance mgd — million gallons per day
Avg period could be month Qtr, or 6-month & if BDL 1/2BDL or zero values used TRC => Technical Review Criteria W WTP => wastewater treatment plant
Comprehensive Guide, Chapter 9, section B, pages 12, 13, 14 Blank IDSF Form, Copy and use in your PAR Number each set for each IUP pipe - Page I of 2

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Allocation Table
Headworks last approved: 07/08/13
Allocation Table updated: 07/08/16
Permits last modified: 07/08/16
Henry Fork WWTP
NCO040797
Ammonia
Arsenic
Cadmium
Chromium
Copper
Industry
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
Pipe Cone. Load Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
(pk- list Mpb.hfidy) number
Catawba Medical Center 0003
number mg/1 lbs/da mg/1 lbs/day
0001 25.00 37.53-mod
mg/l lbs/day
mg/1 lbs/da
mg/1 lbs/da
0.3500 0.5254
_..
Maple Springs Laundry 0015
._
0001 16.00 26.69
0.2000 0.3336
Sock Factmi
0017
0001
16.00
10.68
0.0100
0.1500
0.1001
0.8000
0.5338
Corbin 0 tical Communications
0024
0001
45.00
17.64
VO.O200
0.4000
0.1568
Ward Hosiery
0027
0001
16.0'6
_
10.68
0.0133
� 0.0017
0.1000'
0.0667
0.9000
0.6005
ckory S� ings
0033
0001
75.00 12.51
0.2500
0.0417
K1een Tech
0035
0001
16.00 14.68
E--5.34
0.0500 0.0459
0.0250�
0.0229
0.2500
0.2294
0.5000
0.4587
Long Vie _ 0046 0001 16.00
0.0150
0.0050
0 8000
0.2669
e- _ _r
nal�Carr< oat�acils oos01®!i FOOD �300t 1J 5 2719
egio � - "., ���
Ma le S rin s Laundry -2 0051 0001 16.0000 26.69
_
1
_ _.
0 32fl'0
0.2000
0.6ffa
0 336
Column Totals => 725
0.0459
0.0530
�s
0.3962
3.8514
Basis=>
MARL from HWA (lbs/day) =>
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
Total Permitted to Industry (lbs/day) =>
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) =>
Percent MAHL still available (%) =>
5 Percent MAHL (lbs/dav) =>
H WA.AT
Revised: November 2005
Design
Class A, Mon.
Avg.
Class A, Mon.
Avg.
AS/Nit/TF
inhibition
Class A, Mon.
Avg.
1576.26
0.5533
0.3535
8.1435
10.2357
387.81
0.0388
0.0310
0.0388
0.9463
1188.45
0.5146
0.3225
8.1047
9.2895
725.37
0.0459
0.0530
0.3962
3.8514
463.08
0.4687
0.2695
7.7085
5.4380
39.0 %
91.1 %
83.6 %
95.1 %
58.5
29.4 %
84.7 %
76.2 %
94.7 %
53.1
78.81
0.0277
0.0177
0.4072
0.5118

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Allocation Table
Headworks last approved: 07/08%13
Allocation Table updated: 07/08/16
Permits last modified: 07/08/16
Henry Fork W`'VTP
NCO040797
Industry
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
(pl- lief elphebeHdy) number
Selenium
Permit Limits
Pipe Conc. Load
number mg/1 lbs/da
Silver
Permit Limits
Zinc
Permit Limits
Conc. Load
mg/l lbs/da
Cone. Load
mg/1 lbs/da '
Catawba Medical Center
Maple Springs Laundry
0003
0015
0001
0001
E �-F
0.4500 0.6755
0.6500 1.0842
0.6500 0.4337
Sock Facto
0017
0001
0.5000
0.3336
Corning 0 tical Communications
0024
0001
0.6500
0.2548
Ward Hosie
0027
0001
1.5000
1.0008
1.0000 0.6672
0.8000 0.1334
Hickory Springs
0033
0001
Kleen Tech
0035
0001
.0.8000
0.7339
Long View Yam
046,®,,�000
_ 0 3�00
ter, 0.1168
Regoual�Co�n ost F c lttiY0"401�
w ..
0
�0rt9.¢00
1.68'89�
Maple Springs Laundry 2
0051
b001
0.6500
1.0842
Column Totals =>
0.0000
1,33441
6.8726
Basis=>
MAIL from HWA (lbs/day) =>
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
Total Permitted to Industry (lbs/day) =>
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%o) =>
Percent MAIL still available (%) =>
5 Percent MARL (lbs/day) =>
H WA.AT
Revised: November 2005
Sludge Ceiling
1.2146
0.0807
1.1340
0.0000
1.1340
100.0 %
93.4 %
0.0607
AS/Nit/TF
inhibition
Class A,
Mon. Avg.
8.6433
21.8012
0.0776
3.0699
8.5657
18.7313
1.3344
6.8726
7.2313
11.8587
1 84.4 %
63.3 %
1 83.7%1
54.4 %
i0.43221
1.0901

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2
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Allocation Table
Headworks last approved: 07l08/13
Allocation Table updated: 07/OS%16
Permits last modified: 07/08/16
Henry Fork WWTP
NCO040797
Industry
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
(please list slphebeticly) number
Selenium
Permit Limits
Silver
Permit Limits
Zinc
Permit Limits
Pipe Cone. Load
number mg/1 lbs/da
Cone. Load
mg/1 lbs/da
Cone. Load
mg/1 lbs/da
Catawba Medical Center
0003
0001
OA500
0.6755
Maple Springs Laundry
0015
0001
0.6500
1.0842
Sock Factory
0017
OOOI
0.5000
0.3336
0.6500
0.4337
Coming O tioal Communications
0024
0001
0.6500
0.2548
Ward Hosier
0027
0001
1.5600
1.0008
1.0000
0.6672
I3ickory S rings
0033
0001
0.8000
0.8000
_O 35_0
0.6500
0.1334
0.7339
0.1168
.6-
I.08-42-
Kleen Tech
0035
0001
Long View Yarn
OOD1,,,,
m
eglonai Cosu t3r�actizfy 0030"
40 01W
Iv1a le Springs Laundry - 2 9 0051
6601
Column Totals =>
L 0.0000
-
1.3344
-
6.8726
Basis=>
MARL from ITWA (lbs/day) =>
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
Total Permitted to Industry (lbs/day) =>
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) =>
Percent MARL still available (%) =>
5 Percent MARL (lbs/dav) =>
H WA.AT
Revised: November 2005
Sludge Ceiling
AS/Nit/TF
Inhibition
-
Class A,
Mon. Avg.
1.2146
8.6433
21.8012
0.0807
0.0776
3.0699
1.1340
8.5657
18.7313
0.0000
1.3344
6.8726
1.1340
7.2313
11.8587
100.0%
84.4%
63.3%
93.4%
83.7%
54.4%
0.0607
0.4322
1.0901

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Allocation Table I
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Page 2 of 4
Headworks last approved:
Allocation Table updated:
Permits last modified:
07/08/13
07/08(16
07/08/16
Henry Fork WWTP
NCO040797
Industry
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
(please lief eIph.b6dy) number
Ammonia
Permit Limits
Arsenic
Permit Limits
Cadmium
Permit Limits
Chromium
Permit Limits
Copper
Permit Limits
Pipe Cone. Load
number m 1 Ibs/da
�- y
Cone. Load
m Ibs/da
Cone. Load
m 1 lbs/da Y
Cone. Load
rn �1 lbs/day
Cone. Load
mg/' ]bs0.5
Catawba Medical Center
0003
0001
25.00
37.53
0.3500
0.5254
Maple Springs Laundry
0015
__..._.
0001
16.00
26.69
'L
0.2000
0.3336
Sock Facto
_..
Corning Optical Communications
0017 _
0024
0001
0001
16.00
-
45.00
10.68
00150
0.0100
01500
0.1001
0.80006
0.5338
17.64
0.4000
0.1568
Ward Hosiery _.
Hickory Springs
0027
0033
0001
0001
16.00
75.00
10.68
12.51
0.0200
0.0100
0.0133
0.0017
0.1000
0.0667
0.9000
0.2500
0.6005
0.0417
ICleen Tech
0035
0001
16.00
14.68
5.34
56295�
26.69,
0.0500 0.0459
0.0250
0.0150
_ .
0.0229
0.0050
0.2500
0.2294
0.5000
0.8000
D�320E}
00
0.4587
0.2669
0 600:'
0.3336
Long View Yarn
;,.,, -
ReglonaltCom osF�acriz_
Maple 9 rin s Laun -' 2
__ 0�46,x ,�0 L„>
OOSO p O90i1`40�.0(
005�1� 0001
16.00
16.0000
Column Totals =>
725
0.0459
y
0.0530
0.3962
3.8514
Basis=>
MARL from HWA (lbs/day) =>
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
Total Permitted to Industry (lbs/day) =>
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) =>
Percent MARL still available (%o) =>
5 Percent MARL Obs/day) =>
HWA.AT
Revised: November 2005
Design
Class A, Mon.
Avg.
0.5533
0.0388
0.5146
0.0459
0.4687
91.1%
84.7 %
0.0277
Class A, Mon.
Avg.
AS/NitrrF
inhibition
9.1435
0.0388
8.1047
0.3962
7.7085
"94.7
Class A, Mon.
Avg.
1576.26
0.3535
10.2357
387.81
0.0310
0.9463
1188.45
0.3225
9.2895
725.37
0.0530
3.8514
463.08
0.2695
5.4380
39.0%
83.6%
58.5%
29.4 %
76.2 %
53.1 %
78.81
0.0177
0.5118

I Pretreatment Annual Report (PAR)
Industrial Data Summary Form (IDSF)
Use separate forms for each industry/pipe
Enter BDL values as < (value)
Total # of samples =>
* Maximum (mg/1) _>
* or Maximum (lb/d) _>
* or 6 mo. Average (mg/1) _>
* or Average Loading (lb/d) _>
% violations,(chronic SNC is >= 66%) _>
% TRC violations, (SNC is >= 33 %) _>
Total # of samples =>
* Maximum (mg/1) _>
* or Maximum (lb/d) _>
* or 6 mo. Average (mg/1) _>
* or Average Loading (lb/d) _>
violations, (chronic SNC is >= 66%) _>
% TRC violations, (SNC is >= 33 %) _>
Total # of samples =>
* Maximum (mg/1) _>
* or Maximum (lb/d) _>
* or 6 mo. Average (mg/1) _>
* or Average Loading (lb/d) _>
% violations, (chronic SNC is >= 66%) _>
% TRC violations, (SNC is >= 33 %) _>
Control Authority,
Town Name => City of Hickory
WWTP Name =>
Henry Fork
NPDES # _>
NC0040797
1st 6 months, dates =>
1/1/2016 to 6/30/16
2nd 6 months, dates =>
7/1/2016 to 12/31/16
Industry
Name City of HickoryNeolia W.
IUP # 50
Pipe # 1
BDL = 1/2 det.
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four rows, Please indicate how averages were calculated SNC => Significant Non -Compliance mgd => million gallons per day
Avg period could be month Qtr, or 6-month & if BDL 1/2BDL or zero values used TRC => Technical Review Criteria W WTP => wastewater treatment plant
Comprehensive Guide, Chapter 9, section B, pages 12, 13, 14 Blank IDSF Form, Copy and use in your PAR Number each set for each IUP pipe - Page I of 2

Pretreatment Annual Report (PAR)
Industrial Data Summary Form (IDSF)
Use separate forms for each industry/pipe
Total # of samples =>
* Maximum (mg/1) _>
* or Maximum (lb/d) _>
* or 6 mo. Average (mg/1) _>
* or Average Loading (lb/d) _>
% violations, (chronic SNC is >= 66%) _>
% TRC violations, (SNC is >= 33 %) _>
Total # of samples =>
* Maximum (mg/1) _>
* or Maximum (lb/d) _>
* or 6 mo. Average (mg/1) _>
* or Average Loading (lb/d) _>
% violations, (chronic SNC is >= 66%) _>
% TRC violations, (SNC is >= 33 %) _>
Total # of samples =>
* Maximum (mg/1) _>
* or Maximum (lb/d) _>
* or 6 mo. Average (mg/1) _>
* or Average Loading (lb/d) _>
% violations, (chronic SNC is >= 66%) _>
% TRC violations, (SNC is >= 33 %) _>
Industry Name City of HickoryNeolia W.
I[lP # 50
Pipe # 1
• •NJ
Mr. raw
IWEE11
MEAN -11111
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BDL _> Below Detection Limit1
* POTW must enter at least one of these IUP => Industrial User Permit lb/d => pounds per day
four rows, Please indicate how averages were calculated SNC => Significant Non -Compliance mgd => million gallons per day
Avg period could be month Qtr, or 6-month & if BDL 1/2BDL or zero values used TRC => Technical Review Criteria W WTP => wastewater treatment plant
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Headworks last approved: 07ib- 13
Allocation Table updated: 07/08/16
Permits last modified: 07/08/16.
NCO040797
]UP
Count
INDUSTRY NAMES
(please fist slphsWcly)
1
2 ,e
3
Catawba Medical Cep nter
Ma le S rings Laundry
Sock Factory
4
5
6 u
7 r
Corning Optical Communicr
Ward Hosiery
Hickory Springs
K1een Tech
8
9tegional'�m
10 IMaDle
Long_Vigw�Yacn
osE ac�_ys
SDrinEs Laundf 2"
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Pagel of 4
Spreadsheet Instructions:
1) Applicable Values should be entered in the Heavy Bordered cells. Rest of worksheet is protected, password is "2".
2 Formulas are discussed in the Comprehensive Guidance, Chapter 6, Section C.
3; HWA and AT worksheets in.this workbook are linked. Pollutant Names, MAHLs, Basis, and Uncontrollable load in
this AT worksheet are automatically entered from the HWA spreadsheet. This includes pollutant names in columns
AT through BK.
Industry
Type
Renewal
Modification
Date
Permit
Pipe
of
Effective
Effective
Permit
number
number
Industry
Date
Date
Exetres
0003
0001
460
07/08/16
07/08/16
07/07/21
0015��
0001
11
07/08/16
07/oR/lam-n7m7i2i
Column Totals =>
Basis=>
MAIHL from HWA (Ibs/day) =>
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
Total Permitted to Industry (Ibs/day) =>
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) =>
Percent MAIM still available (%) =>
5 Percent MARL (lbs/day) =>
H WA.AT
Revised: November 2005
10
L
3
Permit Limits Permit Limits Permit Limits
Cone. Load Cone. Load
MGD gal/day mg/l lbs/da mg/1 lbs/day
0.1800 180,000 384.00 576.46 250.00 375.30
0.2000 200,000 200.00 333.60 100.00 166.80
0.0800 80,000 250.00 166.80 250.00 166.80
0.0470 47,000 450.00 176.39 450.00 176.39
0.0800j 80,000 400.00 266.88 250.00 166.80
-m
0.0200 20,000 350.00 58.38 ' 300.00 50.04
0.1100� 110,000 500.00 458.70 350.00 321.09
OS 05116
05/04/21
P 0.2000
200,000
200.0000 333.60
100.0000
166.80
NPDES Permitted Flow=>
1.18201 1,182,000 4364
NPDES Design
9.0000 19140
1.8600 4095
7.1400 15045
1.1820 4364
5.9580 10681
83.4% _71.0%
66.2 % 55.8 %
0.4500 957
3141
Design
17039
3878
13161
3141
10019
76.1%
58.8 %
R57

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Headworks last approved: 07/OS/13
Allocation Table updated: 07%08%16
Permits last modified: 07/08/16
Henry Fork WWTP
N CO040797
Ammonia
Arsenic
Cadmium
Chromium
Copper
Industry
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
Pipe Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
(please list elphobeticly) number
number mg/1 lbs/day
mg/l lbs/day
mg/1 It day
�mr ..... ism
mg11 Ibs/da
mg/1 lbs/da
Catawba Medical Center 0003
0001
25.00
37.53
�
6 50-61 0.5254
Maple Springs Laundry 0015
0001
16.00
26.69
0.2000
0.3336
So Vfactory 0017
0001
16.00
10.68
0-01501
0.0100
0`1500
0.1001
6.8000
0.5338
Coming O tical Communications
0024
0001
45.00
17.64
0.4000
0.1568
Ward Hosiery
0027
0001
16.00
10.68�
0.0200
0.0133
0.1000
0.0667
0.9000
0.6005
Hickory Sprmgs
0033
0001 1
75.00
12.51
_
0.0100
0.0017
0.25001
0.0417
kleen Tech
0035
0001
16.00
14.68
0.0500 0.0459
0.0250
0.0229
0.2500
0.2294
0.5000
0.4587
Long View Yam 0046 0001 16.00 5.34
0.0150
11 0.8000
0.2669
gigzzaa_ �zc*�o�c{�zoil ,
�OOSY, 051�1�-' '�3®0�00 �(2�!95
`32;OL�,�Or60-OSI
Maple Springs Laundry -2 1 0001 16.6666 26.69
0.2000N 0.3336
Column Totals => 725
0.6459
0.0530
0.3962
�.�-,��
3.8514
Class A, Mon.
Class A, Mon.
AS/Nit/TF
Class A, Mon.
Basis=>
Design
Avg.
Avg. "
inhibition
Avg.
MARL from HWA (lbs/day) =>
1576.26
0.5533
0.3535
8.1435
10.2357
Uncontrollable Loading (Ibs/day) =>
387.81
0.0388
0.0310
0.0388
0.9463
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
1188.45
0.5146
0.3225
8.1047
9.2895
Total Permitted to Industry (lbs/day) =>
725.37
0.0459
0.0530
0.3962
3.8514
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
463.08
0.4687
0.2695
.7.7085
5.4380
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) >
39.0 %
91.1 %
83.6 %
95.1 %
58.5 %
Percent MARL still available (%) =>
1 29.4 %
84.7 %
76.2 %
94.7 %
53.1 %
5 Percent MAHL (lbs/davl =>
78.81
0.0277
0.0177
0.4072
0.5118
HWA.AT
Revised: November 2005

Workbook Name: HFAllocationTable20l6Update.xis, Worksheet Name: AT
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Allocation Table
Headworks last approved:
07/08/13
Allocation Table updated:
07%08/16
Permits last modified:
07/08/16
PoTw=>
Henry Fork WWTP
NPDESlr=>
NCO040797
Cyanide
Lead
Mercury
Molybdenum
Nickel
Industry
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
Permit Limits
IUP
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
Pipe
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Cone. Load
Count
(ple-thteIpl.befldy) number
number
mg/1 lbs/da
mg/l lbs/da
mg/l lbs/da ,
mg/l lbs/day
mg/1 lbs/da
1
Catawba Medical Center
0003
0001
0
2
Maple Springs Laundry
0015
0001
0.03
0.0584
3
Sock Factory
0017
0001
0.0300
0.0200
4
ComingOptical Communications
0024
0001
0.7000
0.2744
5
Ward Hosie
0027
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0.1000
0.0667
0.0080
0.0053
0.0600
0.0400
6
Hickory Springs
0033
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7
Kleen Tech
0035
0001
0.0250
0.0229
0.0600
0.0550
0.1000
0.0917
8
Long View Yam
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0001
0.0500
0.0167
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9
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10
Maple Springs Laundry - 2
9 0051
0001
0.03500
0.0584
j
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0.2264
0.35141
0.000000
0.0000
0.1568
Class A, Mon.
Sludge
Basis=>
NPDES
Avg,
NPDES
Ceiling
Sludge Ceiling
MARL from HWA (lbs/day) =>
0.9201
1.9383
0.033277
1.0352
6.0732
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
0.3258
0.4917
0.003413
0.2110
0.0807
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
0.5943
1.4465
0.029864
0.8242
5.9925
Total Permitted to Industry (lbs/day) =>
0.2264
0.3514
0.000000
0.0000
0.1568
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
0.3679
1.0951
0.029864
0.8242
5.8357
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) =>
61.9 %
75.7 %
100.0 %
100.0 %
97.4 %
Percent MAHL still available (%) =>
40.0 %
56.5 %
89.7 %
79.0 %
96.1 %
5 Percent MARL (Ibs/day) =>
0.0460
0.0969
0.001664
0.0518
0.3037
HWA.AT
Revised: November 2005

POTW=:
NPDESik:
IUP
Count
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Workbook Name: HFAllocationTable20l6Update.xls, Worksheet Name: AT
Allocation Table
Headworks last approved: 07/08/13
Allocation Table updated: 07/08/16
Permits last modified:. 07/08/16
Henry Fork WWTP
NCO040797
Industry
INDUSTRY NAMES Permit
(pl- lint nlpbnbdidy) number
Selenium
Permit Limits
Pipe Cone. Load
number mg/1 Ibs/da
Silver
Permit Limits
Zinc
Permit Limits
Cone. Load
mg/l lbs/da
Conc. Load
mg/l Ibs/da '
Catawba Medical Center
0003
0001
0.4500
0.6755
Maple S rings Laundry
0015
0001
0.6500
1.0842
Sock Factory
0017
0001
0.5000
0.3336
0.6500
0.4337
Corning Optical Communications
0024
0001
0.6500
0.2,548
Ward Hosiery
0027
0001
1.5000
1.0008
1.0000
0.6672
Hickory Sp ings
Kleen Tech
0033
0001
0.8000
0.1334
0035
0001
0.8000
0.7339
Lon View Yarn
0046
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0.3500
0.1168
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0050
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1.6889
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0051
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1.3344
0.6500
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6.8726
Column Totals =>
Basis=>
MAHL from HWA (lbs/day) =>
Uncontrollable Loading (lbs/day) =>
Total Allowable for Industry (MAIL) (lbs/day) =>
Total Permitted to Industry (Ibs/day) =>
MAIL left (lbs/day) =>
Percent Allow. Ind. (MAIL) still available (%) =>
Percent MAHL still available (%) =>
H WA.AT
Revised: November 2005
5 Percent MAHL (Ibs/dav) =>
e Ceiling
1.2146
0.0807
1.1340
0.0000
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21.8012
0.0776
3.0699
8.5657
18.7313
1.3344
6.8726
7.2313
11.8587
84.4 %
63.3 %
83.7 %
54.4 %
0.4322
1.0901
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Permit: WQ0004563
SOC:
County: Catawba
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Mick Berry
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 02/01/15 Expiration: 01/31/20 Owner: City of Hickory
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Hickory Regional Compost Facility and Catawba OR-
3200 20th Ave SE
Title: City Manager
Certification:
Related Permits:
NC0024279
City of Conover - Southeast WWTP
NC0081370
City of Claremont - McLin Creek WWTP
NC0032662
City of Claremont - North WWTP
NC0040797
City of Hickory - Henry Fork VWVfP
NC0020401
City of Hickory - Northeast WWTP
NC0024252
City of Conover - Northeast WWVfP
NC0039594
Town of Maiden - Maiden WWTP
NC0036196
City of Newton - Clark Creek WWTP
NC0025542
City of Hickory - Catawba WWTP
Inspection Date:
04/10/2016 EntryTime: 11:OOAM
Primary Inspector:
Edward Watson
Secondary Inspector(s):
Maria Schutte
Roberto Scheller
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Newton NC 28658
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 12:20PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Miscellaneous Questions Record Keeping
Sampling Pathogen and Vector Attraction
(See attachment summary)
Treatment
Storage
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner- Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary
On April 7, 2016 Maria Schutte and Edward Watson from the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) arrived at the Hickory
Regional Composting Facitlity to perform a compliance inspection in accordance with permit WQ0004563. We met with
Mr. Paul Spencer, Project Manager for Veolia. A copy of the permit was not available. MRO staff provided a copy of the
permit to Mr. Spencer for his records. Based on the annual report review, several components were missing from the
annual report. The missing items from the Annual report were received by mail on June 16, 2016.
This site has a history of having odor problems. Odor scrubbers are in place, however, there may be an issue with sludge
age causing the creation of Nitrifying bacteria which might be creating residual off- gassing at the package plant. It is
possible that extended holding times of the residuals material being received from the consortium members may be
contributing to an anoxide condition of the sludge thereby adding to odor issues. Mr. Spencer is using floor mats to aid in
containing the odor.
The compost piles were neat and no odors were dectected from the compost piles during the site visit.
During a tour of the plant Mr. Spencer reviewed the composting process and we were able to view the tunnel reactor, the
centrifuge and the drying area. There was some odor that was noticed in the processing area.
On April 14, 2016 in a return visit to the Hickory Composting facility, Roberto Scheller accompanied Edward Watson to
provide Mr. Spencer with technical assistance. During this visit, it was noticed that one of the aeration basins of the
packlage plant appeared to be suffering from mechanical issues. It seems that either an air -line break or diffusers were not
working properly and the aeration process was creating a roiling of the aeration tank fluids. Calculations were performed to
determine the total tank volumes so that the liquid would be able to be transferred to a temporary holding area while the
diffusers were cleaned or repaired. The roiling of the fluid could be causing a shearing effect, preventing the bacteria from
performing digestion.
During this visit a slug of fluid was collected and it appeared that polymer was floating on the top of the fluid column
indicating too much polymer might be being added to the process. The technical assistance provided by Mr. Scheller was
more for the purpose of operation of the package plant rather than the composting component of this facility.
Additionally, it might be beneficial to receive sludge and supernate test results from the separate sludges recieved by the
RCF. This information along with Biologic Oxygen Demand (B.O.D.) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (C.O.D.)testing may
be helpful in assisting with process control at the RCF.
Overall, the faciltiy is in compliance with the permit. However, recording keeping has suffered in the transfer of project
managers.
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Permit: W00004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Do lab sheets support data reported on Residual Analysis Summary? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records maintained and up-to-date? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Has application occurred during Seasonal Restriction window? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Monitoring wells are not required for this permit. No odor compliants have been received by the
MRO for this site. This is a distribution only permit.
Sampling Yes No NA NE
Describe sampling:
Sampling was discussed at the time of inspection, but not observed. The MRO has a copy of the sampling
plan.
Is sampling adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sampling representative? N ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Sampling should be adequate if the proposed sampling plan is followed. Samples are collected
as both drab and composite samDles, as stated in their sampling plan.
Treatment Yes No NA NE
Check all that apply
Aerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion
❑
Alkaline Pasteurization (Class A)
❑
Alkaline Stabilization (Class B)
❑
Compost
Drying Beds
Other
❑
Comment: This facility generates compost from residuals received from 9 separate WWT facilities that
compose a ASludge Consortium of contributors to the composting facility. The on -site drying
bed type units provide aeration for additional curing and odor reduction.
Type Yes No NA NE
Land Application ❑
Distribution and Marketing
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
April 23, 2015
Mr. Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
Subject: Acknowledgement of Receipt of the 2014 Annual Report
Hickory Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba
ORGRO Distribution Program - Permit No.: WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
The Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) received and reviewed the 2014 Annual Report for the
above permit. The data submitted appears to reflect compliance with permit requirements.
The MRO plans to conduct a facility inspection within the calendar year; however, should you have
questions before then, I may be reached by phone at [phone] or email
(maria.schutte(aD-ncdenr.gov).
Sincerely,
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Maria Schutte, Environmental Specialist
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
CC:. Wayne Carroll, ,Project Manager, RCF (email)
Ed Hardee, LAU Compliance, CO -Raleigh (email)
Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Phone: [phone] l Fax: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncdenr.gov
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Permit: WQ0004563
SOC:
County: Catawba
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person: Mick Berry
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 02/b1/15 Expiration: 01/31/20 owner: City of Hickory
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Hickory Regional Compost Facility and Catawba OR,
3200 20th Ave SE
Title: City Manager
Certification:
Related Permits:
NCO024279
City of Conover - Southeast WWTP
NCO081370
City of Claremont - McLin Creek WWTP
NCO032662
City of Claremont - North WWTP
NCO040797
City of Hickory - Henry Fork VWVfP
NCO020401
City of Hickory - Northeast WWTP
NCO024252
City of Conover- Northeast WWTP
NCO039594
Town of Maiden - Maiden WWTP
NCO036196
City of Newton - Clark Creek WWTP
NCO025542
City of Hickory - Catawba WWTP
Inspection Date:
04/10/2016 EntryTime: 11:00AM
Primary Inspector:
Edward Watson
Secondary Inspector(s):
Maria Schutte
Roberto Scheller
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Newton NC 28658
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 12:20PM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Miscellaneous Questions Record Keeping
Sampling Pathogen and Vector Attraction
(See attachment summary)
Treatment
Storage
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On April 7, 2016 Maria Schutte and Edward Watson from the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) arrived at the Hickory
Regional Composting Facitlity to perform a compliance inspection in accordance with permit WQ0004563. We met with
Mr. Paul Spencer, Project Manager for Veolia. A copy of the permit was not available. MRO staff provided a copy of the
permit to Mr. Spencer for his records. Based on the annual report review, several components were missing from the
annual report. The missing items from the Annual report were received by mail on June 16, 2016.
This site has a history of having odor problems. Odor scrubbers are in place, however, there may be an issue with sludge
age causing the creation of Nitrifying bacteria which might be creating residual off- gassing at the package plant. It is
possible that extended holding times of the residuals material being received from the consortium members may be
contributing to an anoxide condition of the sludge thereby adding to odor issues. Mr. Spencer is using floor mats to aid in
containing the odor.
The compost piles were neat and no odors were dectected from the compost piles during the site visit.
During a tour of the plant Mr. Spencer reviewed the composting process and we were able to view the tunnel reactor, the
centrifuge and the drying area. There was some odor that was noticed in the processing area.
On April 14, 2016 in a return visit to the Hickory Composting facility, Roberto Scheller accompanied Edward Watson to
provide Mr. Spencer with technical assistance. During this visit, it was noticed that one of the aeration basins of the
packlage plant appeared to be suffering from mechanical issues. It seems that either an air -line break or diffusers were not
working properly and the aeration process was creating a roiling of the aeration tank fluids. Calculations were performed to
determine the total tank volumes so that the liquid would be able to be transferred to a temporary holding area while the
diffusers were cleaned or repaired. The roiling of the fluid could be causing a shearing effect, preventing the bacteria from
performing digestion.
During this visit a slug of fluid was collected and it appeared that polymer was floating on the top of the fluid column
indicating too much polymer might be being added to the process. The technical assistance provided by Mr. Scheller was
more for the purpose of operation of the package plant rather than the composting component of this facility.
Additionally, it might be beneficial to receive sludge and supernate test results from the separate sludges recieved by the
RCF. This information along with Biologic Oxygen Demand (B.O.D.) and Chemical Oxygen Demand (C.O.D.)testing may
be helpful in assisting with process control at the RCF.
Overall, the faciltiy is in compliance with the permit. However, recording keeping has suffered in the transfer of project
managers.
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' Permit: WQ0004563 Owner- Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Pathogen and Vector Attractidn
Yes No NA NE
a. Fecal coliform SM 9221 E (Class A or B)
❑ ❑ ❑
Class A, all test must be <1000 MPN/dry gram
Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for class B<2.0*10E6 CFU/dry gram
❑
Fecal coliform SM 9222 D (Class B only)
❑
❑ ❑ ❑
Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for class B<2.0*10E6 CFU/dry gram
❑
b. pH records for alkaline stabilization (Class A)
❑
❑ 0 ❑
c. pH records for alkaline stabilization (Class B)
❑
❑ ❑ ❑
Temperature corrected
❑
d. Salmonella (Class A, all test must be < 3MPN/4 gram day)
❑
❑ 0 ❑
e. Time/Temp on:
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Digester (MCRT)
❑
Compost
Class A lime stabilization
❑
f. Volatile Solids Calculations
❑
❑ ❑
g. Bench -top Aerobic/Anaerobic digestion results
❑
❑ ❑
Comment: The product meets Class A residuals requirements by composting.
Record Keeping
Yes No NA NE
Is GW monitoring being conducted, if required?
❑
0 ❑ ❑
Are GW samples from all MWs sampled for all required parameters?
❑
❑ M ❑
Are there any GW quality violations?
❑
❑ ❑
Is GW-59A certification form completed for facility?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Is a copy of current permit on -site?
M
❑ ❑ ❑
Are current metals and nutrient analysis available?
❑ ❑ ❑
Are nutrient and metal loading calculating most limiting parameters?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
a. TCLP analysis?
M
❑ ❑ ❑
b. SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Are PAN balances being maintained?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Are PAN balances within permit limits?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Has land application equipment been calibrated?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Are there pH records for alkaline stabilization?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Are there pH records for the land application site?
❑
❑ M ❑
Are nutrient/crop removal practices in place?
❑
❑ M ❑
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Permit: WQ0004563 Owner - Facility: City of Hickory
Inspection Date: 04/10/2016 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Do lab sheets support data reported on Residual Analysis Summary? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are hauling records maintained and up-to-date? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Has permittee been free of public complaints in last 12 months? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Has application occurred during Seasonal Restriction window? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Comment: Monitoring wells are not required for this permit. No odor compliants have been received by the
MRO for this site. This is a distribution only permit.
Sampling Yes No NA NE
Describe sampling:
Sampling was discussed at the time of inspection, but not observed. The MRO has a copy of the sampling
plan.
Is sampling adequate? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sampling representative? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Sampling should be adequate if the proposed sampling plan is followed. Samples are collected
as both grab and composite samples, as stated in their sampling plan.
Treatment Yes No NA NE
Check all that apply
Aerobic Digestion
Anaerobic Digestion ❑
Alkaline Pasteurization (Class A) ❑
Alkaline Stabilization (Class B) ❑
Compost
Drying Beds
Other ❑
Comment: This facility generates compost from residuals received from 9 separate WWT facilities that
compose a ASludge Consortium of contributors to the composting facility. The on -site drying
bed type units provide aeration for additional curing and odor reduction.
Type Yes No NA NE
Land Application ❑
Distribution and Marketing
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ATTACHMENT A — Approved Residuals Source -Generating Facilities
City of hickory
Residuals Source -Generating Facility
Certification Date: February 1, 2015
Permit Number: W000O4563 Version 3.0
Facility
County
Permit
Biological
maximum
Dry Tons I
Monitoring Frequency for Non-
vlonitoring Frequency for MetalsOwner
I
Number'
Residuals
j
hazardous Determination =
and Nutrients a
...
—
—
per Year'
City offfickory
See Belot*,
Catawba I
See Below
( I
i
4,818.00
(66.0%Ownerslti
[
City offtickory
Mckory WTP
Catawba
01-18-010
NoI
Included
LilaAbove
_._..............
Citycfliickory
NoNteastWWTP
Catawba
NC0020401
Yes
Included
._
n/a
-
n/a
Above
Citv of Hickory
Catawba WWTP
Catawba
NC0025542
yes f
Included
nta
n1a
Above
_
City of hickory
Henry Fork WWTP
Catawba
NC0040797
Yes
Included Above
nia
n/a j
-
t
--
i
Catawba County
See Below
Catawba
See Below
1,350.50
(IS. 5% Ownership)_
City of Claremont
Mcl,in Creek WWTP
Catawba
NC0081370
€ Yes
Included
Above
n/a
I n/a
_
CitvofClaremont
North WWTP
Catawba
NC0032662
' Yes
IAboved
n/a
_
n/a
City of Newton
Clark Creek WWTP
Catawba
NC0036196
j Yes
Included
Above
wa
n/a
Town of Maiden
Maiden WWTP
Catawba
NC0039594
Yes
Included
n1a
n1a
Above
Various —
Domestic Septageb
Catawba
n/a
yes
Included
j n1a
n/a
Above
CitpofCataver
See Below
Catawba
See Below
1,131.50
t15.5% Ownership)
--
City of Conover
Northeast WWTP
Catawba
.... _.....
NC0024252
Yes
Included
n/a
n/a
Above
City of Conover
1 Southeast WWTP
Catawba
NC0024279
Yes
Included
n/a
n/a
Above
Total
i
7,300.00
' All permits for the facilities listed in the table above are issued/administered by the Division with the exception of the Hickory WTP, whose permit is issued.'administered by the Division of
Environmentai Health.
' Only septage received from individuals holding a valid septage management firm permit issued by the Division of Waste Management, that is domestic in nature, and that is determined to be non-
hazardous and non -toxic shall be accepted.
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE PRETREATMENT FACILITY
1990 — Facility start-up by the City
1992 — Second start-up by the City
1994 — PSG installed Odor Control System ($1.5 million addition)
1995 — PSG began operations
In 1994, the City staff (which we hired) that was working on shutdown maintenance at
the facility indicated they had concerns that the pretreatment system would not work.
They indicated that the system was scaled down to get the needed "New and Innovated"
technology grants needed to finance the system. They were involved in the first two start-
ups and did not have any success in operating the pretreatment system.
In their initial start-up there were problems with excessive foaming, overcapacity flows
and loadings, solids loss, excessive sawdust entering the system and dirty effluent
discharge. The effluent was so dirty they had to scrap using recycle water on the belt
presses and used City water to clean the belts.
In 1992, again the city attempted to operate the pretreatment system, and again had the
same problems. This time the system was very odorous and the city covered with
concrete slabs it to avoid any nuisance issues from the NC regulators.
In 1992, the City of Newton restricted the effluent discharge flow from a six-inch line to
a two-inch line. Apparently they were trying to equalize the flow. This resulted in the
manhole surcharging within five minutes of discharge. Tim Muirhead and I met with the
City of Newton's Utilities Director and persuaded him that they had no legal right to
restrict the line and that any manhole overflow problems belonged to them. The original
IUP permit had set limits in GPM not GPD. This indicated to me at the time that the flow
volumes were a concern to the City of Newton and they felt it would have a negative
impact on their WWTP. This was apparently an effort to equalize the flow to their
facility.
In 1995 on the initial PSG start-up we had assistance from other facilities and all
indicated that pretreatment system would not be sufficient to treat filtrate from the belt
presses.
Upon the initial start-up, the pretreatment facility was seeded with waste activated sludge,
only to be blown out in the effluent. The pumps were constantly stopped with sawdust to
the point where sludge removal was impossible and discontinued until the centrifuge was
installed and most to the sawdust was removed from the waste stream.
Our original contract washed our hands from this situation. It resolved us from any
surcharge monetary requirements from the City of Newton's SUO. The Consortium had
to pay any surcharge fees. They paid to the tune of $100,000 per year. The contract also
required us to provide a plan to what it would take to fix the system if the pretreatment
system would not work. Tim Muirhead provided the plan to the Consortium in 1996 and
indicated that the cost would be in excess of $1,000,000 for proper treatment including

ammonia. The client declined. Shortly after, the City of Newton ended their ownership
in the Compost Facility, leaving the other Consortium members with their debt service.
PSG continued to operate the pretreatment the best as it could at that time, being under
constraints of high flow from filtrate, and high loading of BOD and TSS. Permit limits
were in violation, but the City of Newton wanted the surcharge money badly. So they
change our permit requirements from MG/L to pounds per day, so we could easily meet
the standards, but could reap the benefits of the surcharge. The City of Hickory was not
pleased, with paying the surcharge, so they put in a discharge line, and pump station
which would take our flow, along with the entire Sweetwater area, (which was theirs
anyway, but let Newton have the revenue), and routed it to the City of Hickory's Henry
Fork Wastewater Treatment Plant. They took control of the flow in March of 2006. Since
Hickory is the lead agent and has the most capacity and usage, and the permit is in their
name, they wanted us to continue to perform the effluent discharge flow monitoring,
sampling and reporting.
In 2006, the new permit went into effect and all the reporting parameters went back to
MG/L limits. We had a difficult time meeting the MG/L. but with some modification and
different operating scheme, we have been able to meet it most of the time. If a violation
occurs, then we resample until we get into compliance. So far we have been able to meet
those criteria. The city reviewed the previous 12 years of results and put very liberal
MG/L parameters, but due to a change in operations, with the installation of a centrifuge,
it has concentrated centrate strength which results in a high loading to the pretreatment
facility. The city also requested to the State that the pretreatment be considered a side
stream of their wastewater processes and be exempt from the pretreatment standards. The
reply was if it goes into the collection line, it needs a permit.
TDG has visited the site three times. We do have a "process control", although there is
little process and little control but it will keep us from the contract requirement of being
negligent.
The facility is basically under designed. It is not designed to remove NH3, where we
mostly exceed the permit limits, although other parameters do occasionally exceed permit
limits. The pretreatment facility has had 88 permit violations (not all NH3) since 2006.

It is of my opinion that the Hickory Pretreatment be taken off of the Hach Wims
program, due to the fact that our main core of contract work is to operate and maintain
the compost facility and those permit requirements. The City permit is a side stream with
a long history. Our contract does not hold us liable for the violations, as long as we are
not negligence.
Our composting permit requirements are not on Hach Wims or neither is Balitmore. It
was deemed superior to what Hack Wims could do since it is a 20 page site specific
program geared for the Hickory Facility.
Visits by:
Kevin Jones
JR Parish

Hickory Regional Compost Facility IWT Process Control Sampling Data Vr✓����
Naar-15
Date
TH
Flow, MGD
Rainfall
% Solids
pH
Settleable
Solids, mill.
Dissolved Oxygen, mg/i
SettlometerAnalysis
Mixed
Liquor
WE
Fina�Eft(uent
Rainfall,-
lndhes
Influent
Influerif.
Aerationl:
Basin
Fina{-,I
Effluent ,
;. Influent '•
.. °��
Final Effluent
inil0ent- ,
Aeratioe'.
Basin
Final..Y
Effluent.;.
`
` 30•Min
_
_ 60 Mm,.'
: Trnetar Muea
Ligoar?n Floac pre
Siudge
Campaotion
t Flce.
'Formation
S6parriataMt
Clarify
MLS6�mg/1
MLVSS;.
�;Pmg/I:F
03/01116
TU
0.0517
0.00
5.88
6.71
7.09
0.1
320.0
3.0
3.0
990
980
950
8.00
Ti ht
Granular
Cloud
4.400
3,960
03/02/15
WE
0.0512
0.20
5.90
6.89
7.21
0.1
110.0
3.6
0.3
990
960
930
8.00
Flu
FluffyCloud
4900
4,410
03/03/15
TH
0.1025
0.00
5.95
6.90
7.33
0.1
31.0
3.7
0.2
990
990
900
8.00
Flu
Granular
Slight Tint
6,400
5,760
03/04/15
FR
0.1024
0.00
6.00
7.10
7.19
9.0
13.0
3.1
0.6
990
990
970
8.00
Flu
FluffySlight
Tint
4.200
3,780
' 03105/15
,. SA.
0A003
-
_.
03106/15
SU
0.0072
-
-
03/07/15
MO
0.0011
0.00
6.28
6.01
6.76
10.0
35.0
5.3
1.6
1 990
990
980
8.00
Fluffy
Flu
Clear
5100
4590
03/08/15
TU
0.0844
0.00
7.26
7.59
25.0
4.3
1.4
990
980
980
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
Slight Tint
4,466
4,019
03/09115
WE
0.0450
0.00
5.80
7.28
7.27
49.0
240.0
4.6
0.3
620
430
270
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
Cloudy
1,933
1740
03/10/15
TH
0.0704
0.00
5.64
7.14
7.39
4.5
0.3
4.3
4.1
980
940
670
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
Cloudy
3,933
3,540
03/11115
FR
0.0858
0.00
7.18
7.40
5.5
3.1
0.8
990
980
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
Cloudy
5,200
4,680
03/12/15
SA
0.0105,
0.00
D
03/13115.
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03/14/15
MO
0.0035
0.00
5.55
5.81
6.98
9.0
4.5
2.5
4.3
995
970
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
Clear
4,600
4,140
03/15/15
TU
0.0119
0.00
5.62
7.35
7.33
12.0
270.0
1.6
0.1
995
970
950
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
SON Tint
6,300
5.670
03/16/15
WE
0.0995
0.00
5.88
7.18
7.44
0.1
19.0
1.2
0.1
980
970
950
8.00
loose
Fluffy
SII ht Tint
5,400
4.860
03/17/15
TH
0.0394
0.00
5.81
7.11
7.33
0.1 -
100.0
1 2.8
1.4
1 990
980
965
8.00
loose
Fluffy
Clear
4,800
4.320
03/18/15
FR
1.0770
0.00
6.38
7.48
7.49
0.1
250.0
2.3
0.1
995
990
970
8.00
Tight
Granular
Slight Tint
4,800
-4 320
03119l15
SA
0:0740
0.01""
;..
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-
0..-
03120115
- SU.
0.0000
0.00
-
.-
0-.
03/21/15
MO
0.0030
0.01
5.72
7.34
7.68
0.1
33.0
3.3
2.7
990
990
980
8.00
Tight
Granular
Clear
4,700
4.230
03122/15
TU
0.0695
0.00
•5.61
7.36
7.53
1.5
500.0
2.0
10.1
990
980
960
8.00
Tight
Granular
Clear
5,600
5,040
03/23115
WE
0.0517
0.00
5.60
7.22
7.38
25.0
375.0
4.1
1.3
990
980
960
8.00
Tight
Granular
Clear
5,300
4770
03/24/15
TH
0.0457
0.00
1 6.40
7.10
1 7.33
1 2.6
72.0
6.3
1.7
980
930
820
8.00
Fluffy
Fluffy
Clear
3,400
3060
03/25/15
FR
0.0726
0.00
0
::..03126/15
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03/28/15
MO
- 0.0095
0.01
6.21
5.12
6.02
45.0
3.0
4.8
5.9
950
640
510
8.00
Flu
Light
Slight Tint
4,500
4050
03/29/15
TU
0.0815
0.00
7.16
7.22
7.16
100.0
150.0
4.9
1.4
990
970
930
1.00
Fluffy
Flu
Slight Tint
6,900
6.210 .
03/30115
WE
0.1000
0.00
3400
6.47
7.38
7.34
0.1
41.0
5.2
1.7
985
970
940
1 8.00
Fluffy
Slight Tint
7,600
6,840
03/31/15
TH
0.0469
0.00
3100
5.70
7.19
7.53
0.5
4.0
1.3
1.2
970
1 535
400
1 7.25
Fluffy
Slight Tint
3,000
2,700
Avem a
0.0809
0.01
3 250
5.98
6.97
7.26
13.4
118.2
3.5
2.0
970
914
849
1 7.65
4,883
3,357
Maximum
1.0770
0.20
3,400
7.18
7.48
7.68
100.0
500.0
5.3
10.1
995
990
980
8.00
7 600
6 640
Minimum
0.0000
0.00
3 100
5.55
5.12
6.02
0.1
0.3
1.2
0.1
620
430
270
1.00
1,933
0
Date
Final
Effluent Final
Effluent
Final Effluent Final Effluent
Final Effluent
Return Sludge
Waste Activated Sludge
Process Control Calculations
'4
Temp4oe,}
SODr tngil
AM Grab I
TSS, milli ,
Lab TSS y
mgS .
•,
5PdH3-1t
i mgfl`_�-
TKN mg%I
r54,.iI
.l �,
O&G}ingll
E
�iCopper, mgA ,
I--d-._,
_
,' ,Zinc, mg!(I
cadmiunt�
mgA'r.._.
1,
Chromium;
i mg/lr -
Lead ;,e
.
mgA , ',
IF+fie
�,, a i
,N1 el;+mg/I.
{
•Rq6 mgn or
/'Solids it
4f
'�', RAS i
gellons'i:;
; -WAS,
in ar.%Solids
WAS gallpns`
Solids
Loading,
Ibs/day
solids Under
Aeration, Ibs
sludge Age,
days
Sludge
volume
Index
03101/15
19.0
320
0.71
236,000
0.91
16,000
0
3,260
: #DN/01
223
03/02/15
19.1
110
0.57
228.000
1.23
24,000 "
-0.
3,630
#DIV101
196
03/03/15
17.8
31
0.54
232,000
1.05
20.000
0
4,741
#DIVl01
155 .�
03/04/15
17.2
13
232 000
1.09
20.000
0
3,112
#DIV101
236
i 03105/15
252 000
03/06115
252,000
03107115
17.5
35
232,000
0.73
20,000
0
3.778
#DIVI01
194
03/08/15
17.5
25
232,000
1.00
20,000
0
3,309
#DIV101
219
03/09/15
18.5
240
232.000
1.20
20,000
0
1 432
#DN101
222
03/10/15
19.3
0.3
252.000
1.05
0
2,914
#DIV/01
239
03/11/15
19.1
5.5
KO.63
252,000
0
3852
#DIV101
188
03/12/15
252000
03/13115
252,000
03/14/15
20.7
9
232 000
0.87
20,000
0
3,408
#DN/01
211
03115115
21.2
12
52000
1.18
200 000
0
4 667
#DIV/01
154
03/16/15
21.0
0.1
240,000
1.24
12000
0
4,001
#DIV/OI
180
03117/15
22.0
0.1
236,000
0.92
16,000
0
3,556
1 #DIV/01
204
03/18/15
21.1
0.1
0.56
236,000
0.97
16,000
0
3,556
#DIV101
206
03/19/15
1
1
252.000
03/20/15
252,000
03121/15
21.3
0.1
0.54
236,000
0.83
16,000
0
3,482
#DIVl01
211
03/22/15
21.0
1.5
0.87
227,000
0.82
25,000
0
4,14
#DIV/01
175
03123/15
20.9
25
236,000
0.71
16,000
0
3,926
#DN/01
185
03124/15
21.4
2.6
236,000
0.76
16,000
0
2 519
#DIV101
274
03/25/15
160
215
0.0244
0.0983
252,000
03/26115
252,000
03/27/15
ja
252,000
03/28115
22.3
45
236,000
1.17
16,000
0
3.334
#DN/01
142
03/29115
21.7
100
222.000
0.96
30,000
0
5,112
#DIV/01
141
03/30/15
20.8
0.1
222 000
0.57
30,00
22836
5,630
0.65
128
03/31/15
21.0
0.45
240,000
1.12
12,000
1213
2,223
0.60
178
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#DIV/01
44
215
1
1 <S
0.0244
0.0983
1
1
1
10.64
233,774
0.97
28,2,10
184
3,618
#DIV/01
194
Maximum
22.3
0
320
160
215
<5
0.0244
0.0983
1.27
252,000
1.24
200,000
2,836
5,630
#DIV101
274
Minimum
17.2
0
0
1 160
1 215
1
1 <5
1 0.0244
1 - 0.0983
1
1
1
1
0.12 1
52.000
1 0.57
1 12,000
1 0
1 1,432
1#DN101
128

SAMPLING PLAN
TEMPERATURE
AIL : Operators take tunnel temperatures with a six-foot thermometer. The heights of
the tunnels are twelve feet giving us the capability to reach the center of the mass. There
are seven sampling ports along the top of the tunnels from the front to the back.
After discharge the compost is put on an aerated curing pad for further curing and
maturation of the product. During this time (from 30 to 40 days) temperatures are again
recorded with six foot thermometers into the center of the mass and recorded.
Temperature probes are calibrated weekly using a certified calibrated thermometer,
which is certified annually.
PROCESS CONTROL SAMPLING
Receiving:
Each truck that delivers provides a sample from their load. Each sample is tested for pH
and its dry solids content.
Amendment Receiving:
One composite grab sample is made and is tested for dry solids and weighed for density.
Dewatering:
Four grab samples are collected throughout the day of the influent, discharge, and
effluent. These are tested for dry solids. The discharge is weighed for density.
Composting:
One grab sample is collected for each tunnel of the four tunnels infeed and outfeed. These
are tested for dry solids and weighed for density.
Odor Control. Daily pH and Total Chlorine Residual.
Weekly air monitoring: Ammonia, Amines, Hydrogen Sulfide, Dimethyl Sulfide,
Dimethyl Disulfide and Methyl Mercaptan are tested on the influent and effluent of the
odor control systems.
Pretreatment:
Monthly composite sampling per the City of Hickory's Pretreatment Permit.

STATE AND FEDERAL SAMPLING
METALS: Lab: Pace Analytical
NC Certification IDs
North Carolina Drinking water Certification #: 37706
North Carolina Field Services Certification #: 5342
North Carolina Wastewater Certification: #: 12
ONTHL The product from the oldest and nearest pile that is next to be distributed
is sampled at six discrete areas. Three are about one foot deep, and three from the closest
to the center of the pile as possible. This sample is a grab and composite and is tested for:
Arsenic Cadmium Copper Lead Molybdenum Nickel
Selenium Zinc Mercury Zinc Percent Moisture Total Percent Solids
NUTRIENTS: Lab: Pace Analytical
I MONTHL The product from the oldest and nearest pile that is next to be
distributed is sampled at six discrete areas. Three are about one foot deep, and three from
the closest to the center of the pile as possible. This sample is a grab and composite and is
tested for (and the above metals):
Aluminum Magnesium Phosphorous Ammonia -Nitrogen
Potassium Sodium Calcium Ammonia Nitrogen
Nitrite -Nitrite Nitrogen Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Total Nitrogen
pH Plant Available Nitrogen (by calculation)
Fecal — Test performed by Statesville Analytical Lab
NC Certification IDs
NC Certification #:440
NCDW Certification #: 37755
EPA NC00909
TCLP: Lab: Pace Analytical
[ANNUALLY:
The product from the oldest and nearest pile that is next to be distributed is sampled at six
discrete areas. Three are about one foot deep, and three from the closest to the center of
the pile as possible. This sample is a grab and composite and is tested for:
TCLP , corrosivity, ignitability and reactivity, as required by permit.
Samplers:
Project Manager — Paul Spencer
Operations Manager — Chris Johnson
Lead Operator —

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
June 3, 2014
Mr. Kevin B. Greer, P.E.
Asst. Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection and
Acknowledgement of Receipt of 2013 Annual Report
Hickory Regional Compost Facility (RCF) and Catawba
ORGRO Distribution Program - Permit No.: WQ0004563
Distribution of Residual Solids (503)
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Staff of the Mooresville'Regional Office (MRO) conducted a compliance inspection on May 7tn
2014, which included a records review and site visit to the Hickory RCF. We would like to thank
Mr. Wayne Carroll for his time, and the facility tour.
On -site records and data submitted with the 2013 annual report appear to meet permit
requirements. The processing area exhibited some strong odors; however, both the final compost
storage and sludge receiving areas appeared clean, well maintained and were free of odors, at the
time of inspection.
Please note the current permit will expire on January 31, 2015. Yourpermit requires
renewal 180 days prior to expiration, which means that a renewal application is due on July
31, 2014. Mr. Carroll has already requested and received a copy of the renewal application
form.
The attached inspection report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have questions about
the report or your permit renewal, please contact me by phone [phone]) or email
(maria. schutteQncdenr.gov).
Sincerely,
Maria Schutte, Environmental Specialist
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division -of- later -Resources; NODE-NFZ
Attachment: Inspection Report May 2014
CC: Wayne Carroll, Project Manager, RCF (email)
Ed Hardee, IAU Compliance, CO -Raleigh (email)
Mooresville Regional Office, 610 East Center Avenue, Mooresville, North Carolina 28155
Phone: [phone] Internet: www.ncdenr.gov
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and 'Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory, Governor
John E. Skvarla, III, Secretary
NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner: City of Hickory County: Catawba
Permit No.: WQ0004563 Issued: 02/03/2006 Expiration: 01/31/2015
Permittee Contact: Kevin Greer, PE (Asst. Public Services Director) Telephone No.: 828-323-7427
Compost Facility Contact Name: Wayne Carroll (Project Manager) Telephone No.: 828-465-1401
Reason for Inspection
X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER
Type of inspection
Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Inspection Date(s): May 7, 2014
Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages)
The Hickory RCF residuals. processing and storage, and records management appeared very well
maintained, and.in compliance with permit conditions, at the time of inspection. ' Per conversation with
Mr. Carroll, the RCF occasionally receives an odor complaint from neighbors, but no issues have been
reported to the MRO.
The current permit will expire on January 31 2015 A renewal application is due July 31 2014 as noted
in the cover -letter.
Is a follow-up inspection necessary _yes X no
Inspector(s): Maria Schutte - Environmental Specialist
Telephone No.: 704-663-1699 Fax No.: 704-663-6040
Date of Inspection: May 7"', 2014

Zesiduals Inspection
.y of Hickory RCF
N/A -not applicable N/E-not evaluated
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i,a.uu t-yptication (class B)
Record Keening *
X Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis, NA SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
NA Nutrient and metals loading calculations (to determine most limiting parameter) YTD
Y Hauling records (# gal and/or ton hauled during calendar year to date)
NA Field loading records, NA Field site maps and information
NA Records of lime purchased
Y Pathogen and VAR
pg. 2
* Comments: The 2013 Annual Report was reviewed prior to inspection Data reviewed in the AR and on
site records to date, reflect compliance with permit requirements This acility does an excellent job of
maintaining all records from material processing through distribution
Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction records
Fecal coliform
X Fecal (Class A (PFRP), all tests must be < 1000 MPN/g. of total solids (dry weight)
X Compost (Time & Temperature Logs)
Treatment
Compost
Windrow Aerated Static Pile X In -vessel X Other
Comments: Per previous inspection reports Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of
composting.
Transport NA
Spill control plan in transport vehicle? NE
Does transport vehicle appear to be maintained? NE
Comments: This facility does not haul material. The final compost distribution is recorded and maintained
on computer. Per previous inspection reports wastewater plants belonging to the consortium transport
WWTP residuals to this facility for processing.
Storazous znspPsG ion--report(s),
Compost storage: There is a cement curing pad for final curing and product storage.
Sludge Receiving Station Storage: In -ground tank holds 2 days of storage
Aerated Mixed X
Odors present N Vectors present N

Distribution of Residuals Inspection
WQ0004563 City of Hickory RCF
Sampling The sampling procedure and how the temperature probes work was discussed but an acti41
sampling event was not observed during this inspection.
Is sampling adequate? Y Is sampling representative? Y
Monitoring well(s) Y/N: N
If yes, location of well(s): This permit currently does not require groundwater monitoring
Odors/vectors
Odors present N
Vectors present N
Comments: Odors were quite strong within the processing acility; however, the final composting storage
and residuals receiving areas were free of odors and vectors at the time of inspection Per conversation with
Mr. Carroll, outdoor odors from the RCF are strongest in the mornings and some neighbors will
periodically_ complain; however, these occurrences have not been reported to the MRO
Other noted conditions: Mr. Carroll has already requested and received a renewal application via
email. The form is also available on-line at- http://portal.nedenr.org/web/wq/aps/lau/applications

North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION
September 21, 2011
Mr. Charles Hansen, Public Utilities Director
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Hickory Compost Inspection
Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Hansen:
Enclosed is report for the conducted on September 9, 2011. This inspection evaluated conditions of
the composting area associated with City of Hickory RCF.
No odor issues were reported for 2010 to the MRO office. A review of the conditions around the
windrow composting area reflects good management of area. Storm -water and lechate collection drains
appear to be working appropriately.
In 2009, North Carolina enacted SL 2009-406 and in 2010, North Carolina enacted 2010-177. Both
laws extended coverage of certain government permits and approvals that were current and valid between
Jan. 1, 2008 and Dec. 31, 2010 under Chapter 23, Article 21 of the North Carolina General Statutes. Please
note that with the passing of the above State Laws, your permit was extended to January 31, 2015.
Sincerely,
Ellen Huffman
Environmental Specialist
Attachment
cc: Wayne Carroll, Veolia Water, Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Ed Hardee, LAU Residuals Program Coordinator
MRO files
Division of Water Quality I Aquifer Protection Section 1 Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
DMsi®n of Water Quality
Beverly E. Purdue, Governor
Dee Freeman, Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner City of Hickory RCF
Non -Discharge Permit No. WQ0004563
Issuance Date 02/03/2006
Permittee Contact Chuck Hansen
ORC Name Wayne Carroll
24hr Contact Name Wayne Carroll
Reason for Inspection
County Catawba
NPDES- includes 10 sources, see file
Expiration Date 01/31/2015*
Telephone No. 828/323-7406
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER
fy2e of inspection
Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Important notice
*In 2009, North Carolina enacted SL 2009-406 and in 2010, North Carolina enacted 2010-177. Both
laws extended coverage of certain government permits and approvals that were current and valid
between Jan. 1, 2008 and Dec. 31, 2010 under Chapter 23, Article 21 of the North Carolina General
Statutes. Please note that with the passing of the above State Laws, your permit was extended to
January 31, 2015,
Inspection Summary:
No odor issues were reported for 2010 to the MRO office. A review of the conditions around the
windrow composting area reflects good management of area. Storm -water and lechate collection
drains appear to be working appropriately. At the time of inspection, the detention time for the tunnel
composting area is averaging >20 days and the aerated static pile composting process is averaging
30+ days. Standard operating practices include the recycling on non spec materials back through
the composting process.
Is a follow-up inspection necessary _yes X no
Inspector(s) Name(s)/Title(s) Ellen B. Huffman /Environmental Specialist
Telephone No. 704/235-2186 Fax No. 704/663-6040 email. Ellen.huffman a(�ncdenr.gov
Date of Inspection 09/09/2011

Residuals Inspection
WQ0004563 September 9, 2011
Type of Residual
Land Application (class B) X Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Y-yes N-no N/A -not applicable N/E- not evaluated.
Record Beeping
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis N/A SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
N/A Nutrient and metals loading calculations
N/E Hauling records- # gal/tons hauled during calendar year to date
N/A Field loading records N/A Field site maps and information
N/A Records of lime purchased
Y Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction
Comments: 2010 annual report review reflects compliance.
Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction records
Fecal coliform
X Salmonella (Class A (PFRP), all tests must be < 4MPN / 4 grams dry)
Compost X
Volatile Solids Calculations X
Treatment
Compost
Windrow Aerated Static Pile X In -vessel X Other
Comments: Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of.composting.
Hickory meets the 503 criteria for both processes.
Transport N/A
Permit in transport vehicle? Spill control plan in transport vehicle?
Does transport vehicle appear to be maintained?
Comments: Wastewater plants belonging to the consortium transport wwtp sludges to this facility for
processing.
Compost Storage
Cement curing pad for final curing and final product storage. The pad has 15 days of space for final
product storage at the current volume of sludge received for treatment.
Sludge Receiving Station Storage:
In -ground tank holds 2 days of storage
Aerated Mixed X

Is Inspection
563 September 9, 2011
page 3 of 3
Storage Comments: The sludge receiving area has a spill control plan in place. Sludge and septage
is off loaded into the receiving area that has an average 2 days of storage capacity at regular
receiving rates. Shut down of dewatering lasting more than two days will also shut down sludge
receiving. Wastewater plants using this facility will have to cease sludge disposal. A shut down can
have an effect on effluent quality, depending on the storage capacity at the wastewater treatment
plants.
Sampling
Describe Sampling.
Sampling is performed according to EPA 40 CFR part 503 guidelines.
Is sampling adequate X Is sampling representative X
Monitoring well(s) in permit: No
If yes, Location of well(s)
Odors/vectors
Odors present N
Vectors present N
Minimal odors were only noticeable in the immediate vicinity of processing areas and were not
considered strong enough to be a nuisance at the time of inspection. Flies were minimal in and around
the facility.
Describe any nuisance conditions and any corrective actions needed. None.

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Charles Hansen, Public Utilities Director
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 398'
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Dear Mr. Hansen:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Director Secretary
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION
February 04, 2010
Subject: Hickory Compost Inspection
Permit No. W00004563
Catawba County
Enclosed is report for the conducted on January 27, 2010. This inspection evaluated conditions of the
composting area associated with City of Hickory RCF..
An evaluation of the conditions around the windrow composting area reflects that recent area -wide
heavy rains (high precipitation) appeared to have had minimal run off issues from the composting area. Storm -
water and lechate collection drains worked as designed.
Please note that On October 8, 2009, Session Law 2009-406 extended coverage of certain Division of
Water Quality (DWQ) permits. This permit has been extended and will not expire until January 31, 2013.
Sincerely,
Ellen Huffman
Environmental'Specialist
Attachment
cc: Wayne Carroll, Veolia Water, Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Ed Hardee, LAU Residuals Program Coordinator
MRO files
Division of Water Quality / Aquifer Protection Section / Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet mvw.ncwaterquality.org
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly E. Purdue, Governor
Dee Freeman, Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner City of Hickory RCF
Non -Discharge Permit No. W00004563
Issuance Date 02/03/2006
Permittee Contact Chuck Hansen
ORC Name Wayne Carroll
24hr Contact Name Wayne Carroll
Reason for Inspection
County Catawba
NPDES-includes 10 sources; see file
Expiration Date 01 /31 /2011 *
Telephone No. 828/323-7406
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER
Type of inspection
Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Summary:
No serious issues were reported for 2009 except for the un-permitted source incident with material
from Pierre Foods via the Town of Clairmont's McLin wwtp. Currently, the facility is experiencing
typical winter moisture in the windrow composting area. A review of the conditions around the
windrow composting area reflects that recent area wide heavy rains appeared not to cause run off
issues from the composting area. Storm -water and lechate collection drains worked as designed. At
the time of inspection, the detention time for the tunnel composting area is 20 days and the aerated
static pile composting process is running 30-45 days.
*On October 8, 2009, Session Law 2009-406 extended coverage of certain Division of Water Quality
(DWQ) permits. This permit has been extended to August 31, 2013.
Is a follow-up inspection necessary_yes X no r
Inspector(s) Name(s)/Title(s) Ellen B. Huffman /Environmental Specialist c
Telephone No. 704/663-1699 Fax No. 704/663-6040
Date of Inspection 01/27/2010

nspection
i3 January 27, 2010
Type of Residual
Land Application (class B) X Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Y-yes N-no N/A -not applicable N/E- not evaluated.
Record Keeping
Y/N
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis N/A SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
N/A Nutrient and metals loading calculations
N/E Hauling records- # gal/tons hauled during calendar year to date
N/A Field loading records N/A Field site maps and information
N/A Records of lime purchased
Y Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction
Comments: Will review annual report for 2009 when submitted.
Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction records
Fecal coliform
X Salmonella (Class A (PFRP), all tests must be < 4MPN / 4 grams dry)
Compost X
Volatile Solids Calculations X
Treatment
Compost
Windrow Aerated Static Pile X In -vessel, X Other
page 2 of 3
Comments: Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of composting.
Hickory meets the 503 criteria for both processes.
Transport N/A
Permit in transport vehicle? Spill control plan in transport vehicle?
Does transport vehicle appear to be maintained?
Comments: Wastewater plants belonging to the consortium transport,wwtp sludges to this facility for
processing.

Residuals Inspection
Storage
Number of months storage:
Describe storage: For final product storage : Cement curing pad for final curing and final product
storage. The pad has 15 days of space for final product storage at the current volume of sludge_
received for treatment.
Sludge Receiving Station: In -ground tank only holds 2 days of storage for sludge to be composted.
Aerated Mixed X
Comments: The sludge receiving area has a spill control plan in place. Sludge/septage is trucked in,
and two days storage is available at the current receiving rate. Should the dewatering process at
composting facility have to be shut down for more than two days, sludge contributors would have to
use on site wastewater plant storage or make other emergency plans for sludge disposal.
Sampling
Describe Sampling.
Sampling is performed according to EPA 40 CFR part 503 guidelines.
Is sampling adequate X Is sampling representative X
Monitoring well(s) in permit: No
If yes, Location of well(s)
Odors/vectors
Odors present N
Vectors present N
Describe any nuisance conditions and any corrective actions needed.
Minimal odors were only noticeable in the immediate vicinity of processing areas and were not
considered strong enough to be a nuisance at the time of inspection. No flies or other vectors in
problematic numbers were observed at the facility.

Michael F. Easley, Governor
rZIN William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
L 11 Division of Water Quality
September 15, 2008
Mr. Charles Hansen, Public Utilities Director
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Hickory Compost Inspection
Permit No. W00004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Hansen:
Enclosed you will find the report for the compliance inspection that was conducted on September 3,
2008. The report should be self-explanatory but should you have any questions, please call me at 704/235-
2186.
Sincerely,
Ellen Huffman
Environmental Specialist
Attachment
cc: Wayne Carroll, Violia Water, Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Ed Hardee, LAU Residuals Program Coordinator
MRO files
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Division of Water Quality / Aquifer Protection Section / Mooresville Regional Office Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] T Ja��ta �
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr. Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner City of Hickory RCF
Non -Discharge Permit No. WQ0004563
Issuance Date 02/03/2006
Permittee Contact Chuck Hansen
ORC Name Wayne Carroll
24hr Contact Name Wade Carroll
Reason for Inspection
County Catawba
NPDES-includes 10 sources, see file
Expiration Date 01/31/2011
Telephone No. 828/323-7406
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER
Type of inspection
Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages)
The last inspection was on March 06, 2007. Review of the 2007 annual report reflects compliance.
Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of composting consecutively. The
facility appeared to be well maintained. Outside odors were typical of composting and not found
to be overpowering at the time of this inspection. There have been no odor complaints for this year
to date.
Is a follow-up inspection necessary _yes X no
Inspector(s) Name(s)/Title(s) Ellen B. Huffman /Environmental Specialis
Telephone No. 704/663-1699 Fax No. 704/663-6040
Date of Inspection 09/03/2008

is Inspection
63 Hickory Regional Compost Facility 09/03/2,008
-type of -tcesidual
Land Application (class B) _X_Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Y- Yes, N-No, N/A -not applicable, N/E- not evaluated
Record Keeping
Y/N
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis n/a SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
Y Nutrient and metals
Y Hauling records- # gal/tons hauled during calendar year to date
N/A Field loading records n/a Field site maps and information
N/A Records of lime purchased
Y Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction
Comments: All records reflect compliance and were available for review.
Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction records
Fecal coliform
X Salmonella (Class A, all tests must be < 3MPN / 4 grams dry)
Time / Temp records
Compost X
Volatile Solids Calculations X
Treatment
Compost
Windrow Aerated Static Pile X* In -vessel X Other
Pg 2
Comments: Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of composting together.
Hickory meets the 503 criteria for both processes.
Transport N/A
Permit in transport vehicle? Spill control plan in transport vehicle?
Does transport vehicle appear to be maintained?
Comments:

Residuals Inspection
WQ0004563 Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Storage
Number of months storage
Describe storage: Cement curing pad for final curing and final product storage. The pad has 15
days of space for final product storage at the current volume of sludge received for treatment.
Res.
Sludge receiving tank only holds 2 days of storage for incoming sludge for processing.
Aerated Mixed X
Comments: The sludge receiving area has a spill control plan in place. Sludge/septage is trucked
in, and two days storage is available at the current receiving rate. Should the composting facility
have to be shut down for more than two days, each sludge source would have to store sludge at the
generating facility.
The storage area for compost has storm water controls in place.
Sampling
Describe Sampling.
Sampling is performed according to EPA 40 CFR part 503 guidelines.
Is sampling adequate X Is sampling representative X
Monitoring well(s) in permit: No
If yes, Location of, well(s)
Odors/vectors
Odors present N
Vectors present N
Describe any nuisance conditions and any corrective actions needed.
No actions needed. Minimal odors were only noticeable in the immediate vicinity of processing areas
and were not considered strong enough to be a nuisance at the time of inspection. No flies or other
vectors were noticeable in any area of the facility.

Michael F. Easley, Governor
G William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
V�ILE North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Aquifer Protection Section
April 10, 2007
Mr. Kevin Greer, P.E., Asst. Director, Public Utilities
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Hickory Compost Inspection
Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Greer:
Please find enclosed the Hickory Class A Compost Facility inspection report for the inspection that was
conducted on March 6, 2007.
It was noted that an anonymous complaint was received on February 6, 2007, regarding a possible
chemical spill. A recent documented pipe repair at the facility was observed during the plant walk through. Dirt
had been disturbed/replaced around the pipe repair area near the sludge receiving station air scrubbers. No
other spill areas were found during this inspection. The facility was found compliant.
The report should be self-explanatory, however, if you have any questions, please contact me at (704)
663-1699.
Sincerely,
,,,Ellen B. Huffman
Environmental Specialist, DWQ, MRO
Attachment
cc: Central Files
MRO WQ APS, files
Wayne Carroll, Project Manager
v
NCDENR
Customer Service Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E. Center Avenue, Mooresville, NC 28115 PHONE [phone]
1 877-623-6748 FAX [phone]

State of'North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr. Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Ar'T4:?';W'j
NCDENR
NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner City of Hickory RCF
Non -Discharge Permit No. W00004563
Issuance Date April 17, 2003
Permittee Contact Kevin Greer
ORC Name Wayne Carroll, Proj. Mgr
24hr Contact Name Wayne Carroll
Reason for Inspection
County Catawba
NPDES-includes 10 sources, see file
Expiration Date May 31, 2006
Telephone No. 828/323-7448 (Hickory)
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
X ROUTINE X COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER
Type of inspection
Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages)
A compliance inspection was conducted on March 6, 2007. Review of the 2006 annual report
reflects compliance. This office has received no odor complaints for 2006. Hickory uses an
vessel process in combination with aerated static pile method of composting. Sludge and septage
from multiple permitted sources, is trucked to the facility for processing. Sludge for processing
is stored in underground.tanks. At the current receiving rate, there is approximately two days of
storage. Should the composting facility have to be shut down for more than two days, sludge
sources would have to use their own on -site storage.
An anonymous complaint was received on February 6, 2007, regarding a possible chemical spill.
A recent documented pipe repair at the facility was observed during the plant walk through. Dirt
had been disturbed/replaced around the pipe repair area near the sludge receiving station air
scrubbers. No other spill areas were found during this inspection.
Is a follow-up inspection necessary _yes X no
Inspector(s) Name(s)/Title(s) Ellen B. Huffman /Environmental Specialist
Telephone No. 704/663-1699 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection 03/06/2007

Residuals Inspection
Type of Residual
Land Application (class B) X Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Record Keeping
Y/N
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis N/A SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
N/A Nutrient and metals loading calculations (to determine most limiting parameter) YTD!
Y Hauling records- # gal/tons hauled during calendar year to date
N/A Field loading records N/A Field site maps and information
N/A Records of lime purchased
Y Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction
Comments: All records reflect compliance and were available for review.
Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction records (check which methods apply)
Fecal coliform
X Salmonella (Class A (PFRP), all tests must be < 4MPN / 4 grams dry)
Time / Temp records
Compost X
Volatile Solids Calculations X
Treatment
Compost (check treatment type used)
Windrow Aerated Static Pile X In -vessel X Other
Comments: Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of composting. It was
suggested during the last inspection that the facility check calibration of the temperature probes
on a regular basis. The calibration log is currently kept in the on -site laboratory.
Hickory meets the 503 criteria for both processes.
Transport N/A
Permit in transport vehicle? Spill control plan in transport vehicle?
Does transport vehicle appear to be maintained?
Comments:

ispection
Number of months storage
Res. pg 3
Describe storage: For final product storage : Cement curing pad for final curing; and final product
storage. The pad has 15 days of space for final product storage at the current volume of sludge
received for treatment.
Sludge Receiving Station: In -ground tank only holds ? days of storage for sludge to be
zn
composted.
Aerated Mixed X
Comments: The sludge receiving area has a spill control plan in place. Sludge/septage is trucked
in, and two days storage is available at the current receiving rate. Should the composting facility
have to be shut down for more than two days, each sludge source would have to use on site plant
storage.
The storage area for compost has storm water controls in place.
Samplin
Describe Sampling.
Sampling is performed according to EPA 40 CFR part 503 guidelines.
Is sampling adequate X Is sampling representative X
Monitoring well(s) in permit: No
If yes, Location of well(s)
Odors/vectors
Odors present N
Vectors present N
Describe any nuisance conditions and any corrective actions needed.
Minimal odors were only noticeable in the immediate vicinityprocessing areas and were not
considered strong enough to be a nuisance at the time of inspection (around 11:00 AM). No flies or
other vectors in problematic numbers were observed at the facility.

Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Patrick Niland
Town of Claremont
3301 E. Main Street
Claremont, NC 28610
Dear Mr. Niland:
NC®ENRFILE
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural .Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Director Secretary
AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION
June 18, 2009
RE: Complaint Investigation
Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Permit WO0004563
Catawba County
Enclosed is the report for a complaint investigation received on May 22, 2009, and regards sludge from
the Town of Claremont's McLin WWTP, which is a permitted source for the Hickory Regional Compost Facility
(RCF).
RCF staff has had issues with low pH waste coming into the facility from the McLin WWTP. It was
discovered that the Town's waste had been co -mingled with waste from Pierre Foods. It has been noted by RCF
and DWQ-MRO that this has happened more than once and is not an isolated occurrence. By this letter the
Town of Claremont is directed not to take waste to the RCF from an un-permitted source.
Please note that the incident noted above could be considered a violation of the RCF permit, which
could result in an enforcement action. Our Office is aware of the upcoming change in management of the
McLin WWTP by an agreement with the City of Hickory and copied all parties of this complaint investigation.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have any questions, please contact me at
704-235-2186.
Sjnperely,
Ellen Huffman,
Attachment
cc: Mr. Charles Hansen, Public Utilities Director, City of Hickory
Mr. Kevin Greer, City of Hickory
Mr. Wayne Carroll, Hickory RCF
MRO files
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: 91 M07-64921 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
Envir'n rental Specialist
NorthCarolina
)VatmIraliff

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly E. Purdue, Governor
Dee Freeman, Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
NCDENR
NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner City of Hickory RCF
Non -Discharge Permit No. W00004563
Issuance Date 02/03/2006
Permittee Contact Chuck Hansen
ORC Name Wayne Carroll
24hr Contact Name Wayne Carroll
Reason for Inspection
County Catawba
NPDES-includes 10 sources, see file
Expiration Date 01/31/2011
Telephone No. 828/323-7406
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
ROUTINE X COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER
Type of inspection
- Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Complaint Summary:
This report has been generated due to a complaint that was received May 22, 2009 from the
Regional Compost Facility (RCF) management. The complaint regards sludge from the Town of
Claremont's McLin WWTP, which is a permitted source for the subject compost facility. It was
noted by RCF staff that incoming sludge from the McLin WWTP had an unusually low pH. When
questioned by RCF staff, John Sowka, ORC of McLin WWTP, stated the sludge included waste
from the Pierre Foods pre-treatment plant. It has been noted by RCF and DWQ-MRO that this has
happened more than once and is not an isolated occurrence. On June 10, 2009, John Sowka was
directed by this office that Pierre Foods is not a permitted source for the compost facility and not to
co -mingle Pierre Foods sludge with McLin sludge to take to the Hickory Compost Facility.
It has been noted that the Town of Claremont has entered into an agreement for the City of Hickory
to take over operations of the McLin WWTP. Mr. Kevin Greer, City of Hickory and Mr. Patrick
Niland, Town of Claremont, have been made aware of the issue with Pierre Foods.
Is a follow-up inspection necessary des X no
Inspector(s) Name(s)/Title(s) Ellen B. Huffman /Environmental Specialist
Telephone No. 704/663-1699 Fax No. 704/663-6040
Date of Inspection 06/10/2009

ntcxory compost racuny
Subject: Hickory Compost Facility
From: Wes Bell <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 06 Feb 2007 11:18:36 -0500
To: Ellen Huffman <[e-mail]>
Ellen, I received an anonymous call on 2/6/07 at 11:00 am regarding Sulfuric acid
(93%), Sodium Hydroxide (10%), and Sodium Hypochlorite (15%) being discharged onto
the ground near the odor control systems at the Hickory Compost Facility. He said
a creek was nearby; however, the chemicals were being absorbed into the ground.
He said no grass is growing at these chemical spill areas and sometimes the policy
there is to put new dirt on top of the spill to cover them up. I thought since
its one of your permitted children, that you could be so kind to pay them a visit
or contact them. This sounds like Hickory has fired someone lately.... Thanks for
any assistance in this.
Your Hero
Wes
Wes Bell - [e-mail]
North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
Div. of Water Quality
610 E. Center Ave., Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Ph: 704.663.1699 Fax: [phone]
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Subject: 2/16/05 Charlotte Observer article
From: "Mendenhall, Trille" < [e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2005 15:06:54 -0500
To: "Huffman, Ellen" <[e-mail]>
New sludge plant could be in works HANNAH M1TCHELL Staff' Writer The Regional Sludge
Composting plant that opened in Hickory 15 years ago doesn't pay for itself, as its founders envisioned
it would, and is cramping the style of the business park in which it sits. So Catawba County officials
are exploring a plan to rebuild the plant at the county landfill, where landfill gases could power it and a
privately -run greenhouse. The $7.8 million sludge plant, managed by Catawba County, Hickory and
Conover governments, was designed as a self-supporting way to dispose of treated sewage. Plant
operators mix treated sewage from government sewer systems with sawdust; heat the mixture;
incubate it to kill harmful bacteria and sell it as nutrient -packed compost. that is used for fertilizer. But
the plant has had numerous problems. Shortly after it opened in 1990, operators had to close it
temporarily because of odor that affected nearby homes, and they put more than $2 million into
improvements. Even so, the plant doesn't pay for itself and hurts Hickory's chances of marketing land
in its Fairgrove Business Park, where the sludge plant is Iocated, because of.the stigma of sewage.
Barry Edwards, county director of utilities and engineering, came up with the idea for the sludge plant
at the landfill as the county tried to figure out what to do when the current plant reaches its full
capacity, probably in five to seven years. A new sludge plant at the landfill would be more
cost-efficient, officials say, although they don't yet know what construction costs would be. It also
would produce a more environmentally sensitive product by taking the sludge through an additional
process to further reduce bacteria, Edwards said. The county currently sells energy -- which is
generated from methane gas from rotting contents of the landfill -- to Duke Power. Sludge could be
used to produce more methane to run, a, sludge plant, as well as carbon dioxide, which could heat and
power a commercial greenhouse. The county could sell sludge and carbon dioxide to the greenhouse,
disposing of those products in environmentally .responsible ways, Edwards said. Plus, the greenhouse
would provide about 50 jobs, which the county wants to be at least partially filled by developmentally
disabled wards of the county.. The greenhouse could use sludge- for fertilizer. A greenhouse operator
that the county is talking with also is interested in buying sawdust from a lumber plant under
construction next to the landfill. Officials would seek federal money to pay for construction. The
county is discussing its plan with surrounding counties and towns in hopes of getting more
governments to participate in a new sludge plant, because the greaterthe volume of sludge, the more
efficient the plant would be. It has asked local members of Congress for money to design the plant.
Edwards said the concept could attract attention because it is unique..A New Jersey landfill uses
landfill gases to generate electricity and carbon dioxide to heat greenhouses, for instance, but does not
use the sludge component. "What I call, greensleeves tourists. (people interested in such environmental.
applications) will come to see this facility," Edwards said. "It's way out there." Hannah Mitchell:
[phone]; hmitchell(acharlotteobserver. corn <mailto: httchell@chaYlotteobserveY. com>.
© 2005 Charlotte Observer and wire service sources. All Rights Reserved.
http://www.charlotte.com
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L/ 16/U5 Charlotte Observer article
Subject: 2/1.6/05 ,Charlotte.:Observer article
From: "Mendenhall, Trifle" <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2005.15:06:54..-0500 • `",.
To: "Huffman, Ellen" <E11en.Huff [e-mail]> •
New sludge plant could be in works HANNAH MITCHIELL Staff Writer The Regional Sludge
Composting plant that opened in Hickory 15 years ago doesn't pay for itself, as its founders envisioned
it would, and is cramping the style of the business park in which it sits. So Catawba County officials
are exploring a plan to rebuild the plant at the county landfill, where landfill gases could power it and a
privately -run greenhouse, The $7.8 million sludge plant, managed by Catawba County, Hickory and
Conover governments, was designed as a self-supporting way to dispose of treated sewage. Plant
operators mix treated sewage from government sewer systems with sawdust; heat the mixture;
incubate it to kill harmful bacteria and sell it as nutrient -packed compost that is used for fertilizer. But
the plant has had numerous problems. Shortly after it opened in 1990, operators had to close it
temporarily because of odor that affected nearby homes, and they put more than $2 million into
improvements. Even so, the plant doesn't pay for itself and hurts Hickory's chances of marketing land
in its Fairgrove Business Park, where the sludge plant is located, because of the stigma of sewage.
Barry Edwards, county director of utilities and engineering, came up with the idea for the sludge plant
at the landfill as the county tried to figure out what to do when the current plant reaches its full
capacity, probably in five to seven years. A new sludge plant at the landfill would be more
cost-efficient, officials say, although they don't yet know what construction costs would be. It also
would produce a more environmentally sensitive product by taking the sludge through an additional
process to further reduce bacteria, Edwards said. The county currently sells energy -- which is
generated from methane gas from rotting contents of the landfill -- to Duke Power. Sludge could be
used to produce more methane to run a sludge plant, as well as carbon dioxide, which could heat and
power a commercial greenhouse. The county could sell sludge and carbon dioxide to the greenhouse,
disposing of those products in environmentally responsible ways, Edwards said. Plus, the greenhouse
would provide about 50 jobs, which the county wants to be at least partially filled by developmentally
disabled wards of the county. The greenhouse could use sludge for fertilizer. A greenhouse operator
that the county is talking with also is interested in buying sawdust from a lumber plant under
construction next to the landfill. Officials would seek federal money to pay for construction. The
county is discussing its plan with surrounding counties and towns in hopes of getting more
governments to participate in a new sludge plant, because the greater the volume of sludge, the more
efficient the plant would be. It has asked local members of Congress for money to design the plant.
Edwards said the concept could attract attention because it is unique. A New Jersey landfill uses
landfill gases to generate electricity and carbon dioxide to heat greenhouses, for instance, but does not
use the sludge component. "What I call greensleeves tourists (people interested in such environmental
applications) will come to see this facility," Edwards said. "It's way out there." Hannah Mitchell:
[phone], hmitchelocharlotteobserver. corn <mailto: httchell(a,charlotteobsei-ver. cone>.
0 2005 Charlotte Observer and wire service sources. All Rights Reserved.
http://www.charlotte.com
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Report 'o: 25153
NCDA&Q Agronomic Division Phone: [phone]Veb Site: wvw.nc!E.com/a,-,t-oixonii/
p
Grower: Nagel, William D l opiea 70:
_ 869511rn+'ard Dr
Terrell, NC 28682
kA)oil est e ort
Farm: RESIDENCE / 'fr� -
M10/2005 SERVING N.C.'RESIDENTS FOR OVER 60 YEARS Catawbft County
Agronomist Comments '
Field Information Applied time Recommendatimi►s
Sample No. Last Crop Mo Yr T/A Crop or YearLime N P205 K20 Mg Cu b B btu See Note
FYI 1st Crop: Lawn 50M {20 Ibs 5-10-5 or EQUIV PIsR )000 SQ FT) .0 4
2nd Crop, .0
Test Results
Soil Class HM% TV CEC BSOA Ac p11 P-1 K 1 Ca% Mg% Mn-I Ma:-AI(1)Mu•AI(2) Z91-I Zn-AI Cal -I S-1 SS -I NO3-N NI14 ,V Na
MIN 0.32 0.95 6.5 72.0 1.8 5.3 18 125 45.0 19.0 137 129 129 373 43
_ -- --. ,
Field lnformatioti A lied Lime Reco (idtim s` Ji ' �` J_ °: —--
Sample No. Last Crop Mo Yr T/A Crop or Year Lime N P205 K20 Mg C11 Z11 B Mn See Note
$Y1 1st Crop: Lawn 60M (20 Ibs 5-10-10 or EQ(iV PER 1000 SQ M) .0 4
12nd Crop: .0
Test Results -
Soil Class HAM 1V/V CEC BS% Ac pH P-1 K-1 Ca% Mg% Mn-1 Mn-AI(1)Mn-AI(2) Zn-1 Zn-AI Cr1-I S-1 SS-1 A'034 NH4-A' 0 1
00 14 4{ 39 0 26 0 70 156 156 79 56
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6.100.11
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Field Information
A lied Lime
Reco ndations
Sample No. Last Crop
Mo Yr TIA
Crop or Year
Line N P205
K20 Mg Cat
Z11 B
Mn See A'ote
BY2
1st Crop: Lawn
40M (20 Ibs 5-10-5 or L'Q[!IV
PER 1000 SQ FT)
0
4
2nd Crop:
•0
Test Results
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soil Class HM% 1Y/V
C.CC BS%
Ac pH P-1
K 1
Ca9b Mg% Mn-I M'1-AI(1)Mn-AI(3� Zra-1 Z�:-A1
Cra-1
S-1 SS -I NO3•N 1V1Tq-N Na
0.i
MIN 0.09 U•95
4.9 76.0
1.2 4.9 12
101
3 6. 0 3(1.0 332
44 44
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No: 03943
Division Phone: [phone] Web Site: WWW,,
Grower Nagel, William D
s6951ioward Dr
Terrell, K 28682
So Test Report F1J%Y11.
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Agrouontist Comments
Your soil information sheet and attached letter say that large brown areas have developed on your ne►►ly planted
(Fdl 2005) fescue lawn. You question Miether it could be the compost amendment, disease, grass type or some
combination of issues.
In reviewing the fertility of the sample, the pli is loner than the target pli for fescue of 6.0, but it is doubtftd this is
low enough to cause the problems you are seeing. A lime recommendation is given below. Potassium levels are
higli, and phosphorous levels are Oreniely high. There is no benefit from added phosphorous or potassium when
buk levels -are above 50; yours are at 563 and 143 respectively, so no .ulditional phosphorous or potassium is
recommended. Zinc concentrations are very high as hvell, and while it is a necessary nutrient for plant grovAlt, it
can he toxic; ralsing the pli hill make it less available. Prior to adding more compost of the nature you described,
you may want to have it analysed for zinc and perhaps heavy metal content.
1 sugest you submit a soil sample for nematode assay to our lab, and,%or a plant and root sample to the Plant
Disease and Insect Clinic at NC State for analysis. Your local county euensiott agent can help you collect that
sample and submit it to tite clinic at a reduced rate compared to you submitting it on your ovvn.
Sample No. Last Crop I A10 Yr
I.AWN l
Test Results
Soil Class HM% W/V
h41N 0.92 0.70
Lime I Recommenddions
7YA Crop or Year
1st Crop: Lawn
2nd Crop: Lawn
CQpit's
B -- a
Crr Ztr B Mn
See Note -+
Lime
iv P205 K20 Mg S
70M
(1.0 lbs Nitrogen or EQifIV PER 1000 SQ FT) 0
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4
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(1.0 lbs Nitrogen or EQU1V PER 1000 SQ FT) 0
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4
CEC, BS06 AC pH P-I K-I Ca%Yg`% Mn-I Mir-A10)
14.1 79.0 3.0 5.4 565 143 55.09.0 137
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BILL NAGEL
[phone] Fax [phone]
8695 Howard Drive
Terrell, NC 28682
Internet! ww st-baracoin
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HICKORY REGIONAL COMPOST FAC=y TELEPHONE SC IIvl] 0
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NEWTON, NC 28658 E-Mad donaldcmolt®voor�aw+0rsn'-cam
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REGIONAL COMPOST FACEL I TY
USE AGREEMENT
Catawba ORGRO High Organic Compost generated at the Regional Compost Facility is. intended to be
used for horticulture, landscaping, topsoil production, and land reclamation.
Following the Compost Utiiizazion Pamphlet instructions, ORGRO may be used for ornamental flowers,
shrubs, soil conditioner, and other similar uses.
The application of ORGRO is prohibited to the land except in accordance to this use agreement. The compost
should not be applied to flooded, frozen or snow covered ground_ The ORGRO compost should not be applied
or stored within ten (10) feet of any public or private water supply such as a river, stream, lake, pond or natural
drainage way. Adequate procedures shall be provided to prevent runoff from carrying any disposed or stored
compost into any surface waters.
I, the undersigned, understand the uses of the ORGRO High Organic Compost and relieve the owners and
operators of any responsibility for accidents and I liabilities resulting from the use of the ORGRO compost
material. This sale is subject to the terms and conditions appearing on the reverse side of this form.
VOLUME RECEIYED. 2-?
INTENDED USE. � .=
SIGNATURE -
Catawba
OROI
HIGH ORGANIC COMPOST
DATE -C',C

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Terms and Conditions below shall exclusively govern the sale of the product, notwithstanding any contrary terms
rmrtained in any pu=hase order or contract furnished by the Buyer. Any contrary terms ore hereby objected to.
1. There are no warranties, expressed or implied, which extend beyond the description contained in this label and
the RFC makes express or implied warranty, including, without limitation, warranty of merchantability or of the
fitness of ORGRO for any particular purpose. Accordingly, and without limitation, there is no warranty, express or
implied, as to quality, or productivity of any compost and the RCF is not responsible for any alleged damage from the
application of ORGRO compost. Biosolids compost, like composted manure, is hygienically and euvimnmentally safe if it
is used properly. Compost should be used as directed on this agreement. The user agrees to abide by the instructions for
usage provided -with this compost.
2. In no event shall either party be responsible for indirect or consequential damages arising from use or the compost,
including without limitation loss of profits or revenue.
3. Except for payment of invoices, neither party shall be liable for delays or failures of performance resulting from
unforeseen or unpreventable cause. including without limitation, shortages of supply, adverse weather, fine, strike or labor
slowdown, mechanical breakdown, and delays in transportation.
4. Payment for all invoice amounts shall be due upon receipt. Amounts remaining unpaid after 30 days of the date of
invoice will be subject to interest of 120/4 per annimt from file date of invoice.
5. All sales are FOB Shipping Point and risk of loss shall transfer to the Buyer at that point. Cost of transportation shall be
the obligation of the Buyer.

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HiGicory Renfonai Compost Feclllty
3200 20"' Avenue 5E
Newton NC 25M
TO: Ellen Huffman
FROM: Wayne Carroll
DATE: 1011/06
SUBJECT: Compost Analysis
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Ellen:
Here are the items we discussed.
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W A 1', Michael F. Easley, iovcmor
�O �Q William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director
> Division of Water Quality
Q ` Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
November 6, 2003
Mr. Charles Hansen, Pubiic Utilities DirecLor
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 3985
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Hickory Compost inspection
Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Hansen:
Please feud enclosed Lire Hickory Class A Compost raciiiiy inspection report for fire irlspecliOR that
was conducted on October 29, 2003 by Ms. Ellen Huffman with this Office.
it was noted that sludge storage is available i'or Lwu days at file current receiving rates. 311OUld
the composting facility have to be shut down for more than two days, sludge sources would have to
rely on their own on -site siurage capability or oilier means. it is important That the members of the
Regional Compost Consortium be aware of the limits of the facility's sludge storage capacity.
Other than the above concern, the report indicates compliance with your State issued permit.
The report should be sell explanatory, however, if you have any questions, please contact Mrs.
Huffman or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Attachment
cc: Non -discharge compliance
Hickory Compost Facility
EBH
N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office. 919 North Main Street, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone]
NCDENR
Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr. Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
A &V Z-4 W, A -
NCDENR
ON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
City/Town/Owner City of Hickory RCF
Non -Discharge Permit No. WQ0004563
issuance Date Aprii 17, 2003
Permittee Contact Chuck Hansen
ORC Name Wayne Carroll
24hr Contact Name Wavne Carroll
Reason for Inspection
County Catawba
NPDES-includes 10 sources, see file
Expiration Date May 31, 2006
Telephone No. 828/323-7406
Telephone No. 82$/465-1401
Telephone No. 828/465-1401
X ROUTINE C0IiPLA1NT FOLLOW-uP OTHER
Type of inspection
Collection System Spray Irrigation X Sludge Other
Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages)
Based on an inspection conducted on October 29, 2003, the subject facility was found to be in
compliance with its non -discharge permit. The last inspection was on February13, 2002. Review
of the 2002 annual report also reflects compliance. T here have been no odor complaints for 2003'
to date. Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of composting. It was
suggested during the prior inspection that the facility perform a calibration check of the
temperature probes on a regular basis. The calibration log is currently kept in the on -site lab.
Sludge/septage is trucked to the facility for processing. Storage is available for two days at the
current receiving rate. Should the composting facility have to be shut down for more than two
days, sludge sources would have to use their own on -site storage.
is u follow-up inspection necessary des X no
Inspectors) Name(s)/Title(s) Ellen B. Huffman /Environmental Specialist `*
Telephone No. 704/663-1699 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection 10/29/2003

Residuals Inspection pg 2
Type of Residual
Land Application (class B) X Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Record Keeping
Y/N
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis n/a SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
N/A Nutrient and metals loading calculations (to determine most limiting parameter) YTD!
`Ir Hauling records- 4' gal/tons hauled during calendar year to date
N/A Field loading records n/a Field site maps and information
N/A Records of lime purchased
Y Pathogen & Vector Attraction Reduction
Comments: All records reflect compliance and were available for review.
Pathogen & Vector attraction Reduction records (check which methods appiy)
Fecal coliform
X Salmonella (Class A, all tests must be < 3MPN / 4 grams dry)
Time / Temp records
Compost X
Volatile Solids Calculations X
Treatment
Compost (check treatment type used)
Windrow Aerated Static Pile X* In -vessel X Other
Comments: Hickory uses both in -vessel and aerated static pile methods of composting. it was
suggested during the last inspection that the facility check calibration of the temperature probes
on a regular basis. The calibration log is currently kept in the on -site laboratory.
Hickory meets the 503 criteria for both processes.
Transport N/A'
Permit in transport vehicle? Spill control plan in transport vehicle?
Does transport vehicle appear to be maintained?
Comments:

Residuals Inspection
Ices. pg 3
Stogie
Number of months storage
Describe storage: Cement curing pad for final curing and final product storage. The pad has 15
days of space for final product storage at the current volume of sludge received for treatment.
In -ground tank only holds 2 days of storage for sludge to be composted.
Aerated Mixed X
Comments: The sludge receiving area has a spill control plan in place. Sludgei"septage is trucked
in, and two days storage is available at the current receiving rate. Should the composting facility
have Lobe shut down for more than two days, each sludge source would have to use their own
storage.
The storage area for compost has storm water controls in place.
Sampling
Describe Sampling.
Sampling is performed according to EPA 40 CFR part 503 guidelines.
Is sampling adequate X Is sampling representative X
Monitoring well(s) in permit: No
If yes, Location of well(s)
Odorsivectors
Odors present N
Vectors present N
Describe any nuisance conditions and any corrective actions needed.
Minimal odors were only noticeable in the immediate vicinity of processing areas and were not, in the
opinion of the state inspectors present considered strong enough to be a nuisance at the time of
inspection around 11.00 AMA No flies or other vectors were noticeable in any area of the facility.

Ind
Investigator
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Investigation Date
Response Date
Costa s}, Dat
(post-invesiigaP13%
Investigated?
Violation
NOV Sent?
O yes O no
O yes O no
O yes O no
Received By Wes Bell
Date Received 8/18/2003
Time Received 11:27:40 AM
County Catawba
Complaint Type jUnknown Pollutant
Response Time -731 days
Responsible Party Complainant
L A Properties - Owner n j7iy ous
to �,
Respon--ble Party Address Phone
Location
afthe corner of 17th street NW and 6th Avenue NW, Hickory. There will be 'a brick rental house an
directly behind it is the large hole.
02
to
rcumstsnces
The, complainant indicated that the construction company working on new. apartments (now -completed
had'dug a -large hole and filledit :in with a black composite material with the top layer being filled in wit
mulch.: The water being discharged from the hole appears black with a sewer odor.. The black water
discharges into a creek and due to recent rains, the hole has contributed to local flooding in this area.
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
January 28, 2002
GRAHAM GILLEY
City of Hickory
PO Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENTfOf�
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
i
Subject: Annual Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Treatment, Distribution and Marketing of Residuals
Permit Number: WQ0004563
City of Hickory
Catawba County
Dear GRAHAM GILLEY,
The purpose of this letter is a reminder that the monitoring reports required by the subject permit must be
submitted as an Annual Report for calendar year 2001 by no later than March 1, 2002. The report must be
submitted (in triplicate) to the following address:
DENR/DWQ/Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1617
Due to limitations in storage space, please submit the reports in bound form rather than in notebook form.
Permittees are subject to civil penalty for failing to submit the Annual Report as required by their permit.
Enclosed are the summary and certification sheets that must be used for your annual report depending on
whether your residual is Class A or Class B. Please complete the necessary sheets and if necessary make copies
of the blank forms if extras are needed. The information on these forms has not changed since last year
(although minor aesthetic changes have been made) so you may use those you already have on hand.
You will however note that the forms include additional information required by EPA as outlined in 40 CFR
Part 503. Since the requirements of 40 CFR Part 503 are self implementing, they are legally binding and
enforceable Federal requirements for all persons subject to the requirements of 40 CFR Part 503, even if these
requirements are not currently contained in the State permit. The annual reports for the EPA must be received
by EPA at the following address on or before Febuary 19, 2002.
Hector Danois
Clean Water Act Enforcement Section
Water Programs Enforcement Branch
Water Management Division
U.S. EPA Region 4
61 Forsyth Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Ga. 30303-3104
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
. An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/10% post -consumer paper

Annual Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Page 2
If there is a need for any information or clarification on the State reporting requirements, please do not hesitate
to contact me at [phone] extension 581. For further information on the Federal requirements, you
should call Madolyn Dominy of the Environmental Protection Agency at 404-562-9305.
in rel
y,
Daryl Merritt,
Environmental Specialist I
cc: Vince Miller, EPA Region IV_
MRO Regional Supervisor
Non -Discharge Compliance / Enforcement File
Central Files

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NEWTON — Three local governments in Catawba
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public as a mulch or landscaping material.
Newton City Manager Edward Burchins said it is
more economically feasible for the city to dispose
of its sludge in its own way rather than
participate in the Sludge Composting Facility.
"We take the sludge from the wastewater
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treatment facility and land apply it," he said. "We
found, for us, it is much less expensive.
Hickory, Conover and Catawba County feel the
other way. It's just different, and it may be just
as effective for them."
Newton stabilizes the sludge with lime until it
thickens to the point it can be transported.
Tanker trucks take it to agricultural land Newton
has under permit, where tractor -like soil injectors
pump the mixture into the ground.
Crops grown on that land, such as corn, are used
as animal feed. Nutrients such as phosphorus in
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on the land, he said.
According to North Carolina State University's
Department of Soil Science, land application of
municipal sludge is a good way to dispose of
sludge as long as it is properly managed.
The regional Sludge Composting Facility, for
which Hickory serves as facilities manager, also
stabilizes the sludge, but mixes it with yard
waste and turns it into landscaping material or
mulch.
Burchins said Newton has been land applying its
sludge while holding part ownership in the
facility. It was less expensive to pay some costs
of running the facility and not use it than to use
it, he said.
Savings from getting out of the facility comes to
about $400,000 over three years, Burchins said.
Newton will retain the ability to bring its sludge
to the facility in emergency situations, such as in
weeks of heavy rains that would prevent the
sludge from being injected into the soil. In that
case, Newton would be charged the same price
as Catawba County for the sludge processing.
The Newton Board of Aldermen will consider the
amendment tonight.
Should all the local governments approve the
agreement amendment, effective July 1 Hickory
will hold 66 percent participation, Catawba
County will hold 18.5 percent and Conover will
hold 15.5 percent. Catawba County and Conover
will pick up Newton's share of the facility.
The Hickory City Council approved the
amendment Tuesday during its regular meeting
as part of the consent agenda.
Conover City Clerk Chris Reed said the city
recently received the amendment for review, and
the Conover City Council will likely consider it at
its next meeting July 9.
On May 29, the Catawba County Board of
Commissioners approved six revisions to its
proposed FY 2001-2002 budget, including
transferring $67,000 from its Water and Sewer
Fund for the purchase of part of Newton's share
in the facility's capacity.
The commissioners have not yet voted on the
amendment. • Reach Vicki Greene at 322-
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thrope, Ph.D., Acting Director
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NORTH CA s0_ NA DEMnTNENT OF
EwviRonr+Chfi ANC NAT.JRAL Rcn.ntjRcc_^.
Non -Discharge Compliance Inspection
WQ Permit Number
W00004563
Permittee
HickoryCity of - compost/sludge
Issuance Date
6/1/2001
Expiration Date
5/31/2006
Soc Issuance Date
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Permittee Contact
B.Gary McGee
ORC Certification #
ORC Name
Wayne Carroll
24hr Contact Name
Reason For Inspection (Select One)
Type Of Inspection (Select One)
Inspection Summary
Inspector's Name Ellen Huffman
Phone Inspector 704/663-1699
County Catawba
Npdes Number(s) NCO020401 NCO024252
NCO040797 NCO024279
NCO036196 NCO039594
NCO024261 NCO032662
NCO081370
Soc ExpirationDate
Phone Permittee Contact
Phone ORC 8281465-1401
Phone 24hr
10 Routine o Complaint O Follow -Up o Other...
O Collection System o Spray Irrigation O Residual
Inspector's Title Env. Specialist II
Fax Inspector 704/663-6040
Inspection Date 2/13/2002
page 1

Non Discharge Compliance Residual Inspection
Permittee Hickory City of - compost/sludge
Permit Number WQ0004563
Inspection Date 2/13/2002
0 Land Application 0 Distribution and Marketing
Was a copy of current permit available?
Were current metals and nutrient analysis available? (see permit for frequency)
a. TCLP analysis? q;,b'
b. SSFA ( Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)?
Were nutrient and metal loading calculated to determine most limiting parameters? YTDDkt-,,-,
Were hauling records available? n,
How many gallons / tons hauled during the calendar year to date?
Were field loading records available? �n
Were records of lime purchased available? •�
❑ Fields
❑ Pathogen and Vector Attraction Reduction (if applicable)
Were Operation and Manintance records present?
Were Operation and Manintance records Complete?
Has the land application equipment been calibrated?
Pathogen and Vector Attraction (if applicable):
I* Yes 0 No 0 N/A
Yes 0 No 0 N/A
*Yes 0 No 0 N/A
0 Yes 0 No * NIA
0 Yes 0 No * NIA
-so No 0 NIA
N/A
0 Yes 0 No 0 N/A
0 Yes 0 No N/A
0 Yes 0 No 0 N/A
0 Yes 0 No N/A
0 Yes 0 No N/A
a. Fecal coliform SM 9221 E ( Class A or B) 10 Yes 0 No 0 N/A
O• ( Class A, all test must be <1000 MPN / dry gram )
0 (Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for Class B <2.0*106 CFU / dry gram )
Fecal coliform SM 9222 D ( Class B only) 10 Yes 0 No * N/A
O ( Geometric mean of 7 samples per monitoring period for Class B <2.0*106 CFU / dry gram )
b. Salmonella ( Class A, all tests must be < 3MPN / 4 grams dry) DO Yes 0 No 0 NIA
c. Time / Temp on: 0 Yes 0 No 0 N/A
❑ Digester ( MCRT) 0 Compost ❑ Class A lime stabilization
d. Volatile Solids Calculations.
e. Bench -Top Aerobic/ Anaerobic digestion results.
f. pH records fo Lime Stabilization (Class A or B).
Treatment
Yes 0 No 0 NIA
0 Yes 0 No * N/A
0 Yes 0 No O� N/A
Equipment ❑ Aerobic Digestion
g El Alkaline Stabilization (Other)
❑ Auto Thermophilic Aerobic Digestion ❑ Compost (Windrow)
❑ Anaerobic Digestion ® Compost (Aerated Static Pile)
❑ Drying Beds ® Other
❑ Alkaline Stabilization (Lime)
Additional
Equipment
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Non Discharge Compliance Residual Inspection
Permittee Hickory City of - compost/sludge
Permit Number IWQ0004563
Inspection Date 2/13/2002
Transport
Was a copy of the permit in transport vehicle? O Yes O No Oe N/A
Was a copy of the spill control plan in vehicle? 10 Yes O No * N/A
Did transport vehicle appear to be maintained? 10 Yes O No O� N/A
Storage
❑ Lagoon ❑ AST ❑ UST ❑ Septic Tank ❑ Drying Beds ® Concrete Storage Pads
How many months storage?
Was a copy of the spill control plan on site? OO Yes O No O N/A
If Applicable:
Is lagoon lined? O Yes O No * N/A
Above Ground Tank ❑ Aerated ❑ Mixed Aerated Hp: Mixed Hp:
Under Ground Tank ❑ Aerated ❑ Mixed Aerated Hp: I Mixed Hp:
Describe Sampling:
Was sampling adequate? Yes O No O N/A
Was sampling representative? Yes O No O N/A
Disposal
Were buffers adequate? O Yes O No N/A
Is the cover crop type specified in permit? 10 Yes O No 0 N/A
Were exceedence of PAN limits documented? 10 Yes O No 0 NIA
Was the application site in good condition? 10 Yes O No Oe N/A
Was the site free of runoff / ponding?
10 Yes O No N/A
Was the acreage specified in the permit being utilized?
10 Yes O No 0 N/A
Was the application equipment present and operational?
10 Yes O No NIA
Were there any limiting slopes on disposal field?
(10% for surface application)
10 Yes O No N/A
(18% for subsurface application)
10 Yes O No Oe N/A
Are monitoring wells called for in permit?
10 Yes O No O7 N/A
Was there access restrictions and / or signage?
10 Yes O No * N/A
Was a copy of the permit on site during application events?
10 Yes O No * N/A
Was the application site free of odors or vectors?
10 Yes O No 0 NIA
Were nutrient / crop removal practices in place?
10 Yes 0 N�

USFILTER OPERATING SERVICES
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
BIOSOLIDS SUMMARY
Year
Total -
Gallons
Average
Gallons
Total Tons
Per Month
Average Ton
Per Month
Average To
Per Day
AverageTotal
% Solids
1995
15,918,700
1,326,558
2,320.26
193.36
9.63
3.43%
1996
16,398,000
1,366,500
2,133.16
177.76
8.66
3.16%
1997
19,250,600
1,604,217
2,706.97
225.58
10.57
3.40%
1998
21,538,500
1,794,875
2,909.76
242.48
11.40
3.30%
1999
21,396,500
1,783,042
3,152.58
262.72
12.44
3.53%
2000
21,710,000
1,809,167
3,169.08
264.09
12.61
3.50%
2001
19,336,500
1,611,375
2,833.38
236.12
11.28
3.50%
Total Tons Tons Total
Gallons Per Month Per Day % Solids
"' January
1,835,000
293.54
13.98
3.86%
Febuary
1,721,500
265.39
13.28
3.71 %
March
1,597,500
252.37
11.47
3.79%
April
1,692,000
246.62
12.33
3.53%
May
1,768,500
255.89
11.63
3.48%
June
1,763,500
263.31
12.54
3.53%
July
1,611,500
238.18
11.35
3.36%
August
1,767,000
242.00
10.52
3.32%
September
1,387,000
197.01
10.37
3.39%
October
1,560,000
231.33
10.01
3.56%
November
1,361,500
187.24
9.39
3.29%
December
1,271,500
160.50
8.45
3.22%
1999 Average = 1,611,375 236.12 1118 3.50%, .`
199.9 Total 191336,600 2,833.38
'Project Total 135,548,800 19,225.19

Total Gallons Recieved
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1996 1997 1998
1999
2000
2001
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21,396,500
21,710,000
19,336,500
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USFILTER OPERATING SERVICES
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY, HICKORY NC
Compost Marketing Report
TOTAL
3,152
31,577
11,269
20,308
10,952
11,393
$20,778.51
9,377
$29,329.00
JAVERAGE1
262.63
1 2,631
1 939 1
1,692
913
949
1 $1.82
1 $4.40
$1,731.54
781
$2,444.08
$9.21
TOTAL
3,169
29,476
3,315
26,161
11,896
13,686
128,483.76
1 13,567
1 $32,528.78
JAVERAGEI
264.07
1 2,456
1 276
1 2,180
1 991
1 1,141
1 $2.10
$6.57
1 $2,290.31 1
1,131
1 $2,710.73
1 $10.03
TOTAL 1 2,833 27,092 12,475 24.617 1 15,094 1 15,947 $33,310.60 1 8,523 1 $20,065.00
JAVERAGEI 236.12 1 2,258 1 206 1 2,051 1 1,258 1 1,329 1 $2.25 1 $7.20 1 $2,775.88 1 710 1 $1,672.08 1 $6.90
MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION
Iil1TI's
DATE
Total Dry Tons
Processed
Cu/Yds
Produced
Cu/Yds
Recycled
Cu/Yds
Dischar ed
Cu/Yds
Curing
Cu/Yds
Sold
Price
$/Yd3
Price
$/Ton
Gross
Revenue
Agriculture
Cu/Yds
Hauling
Cost
Hauling Cost
$/Dry Ton
Jan-01
293.54
2,489
0
2,489
1,565
1,642
$2.40
$7.41
$3,733.40
924
$2,565.00
$8.74
Feb-01
265.39
2,720
179
2,541
1,467
1,216
$2.19
$7.80
$2,703.46
1,074
$2,537.50
$9.56
Mar-01
252.37
2,226
137
2,089
1,131
1,122
$2.19
$7.11
$2,239.62
958
$3,062.50
$12.13
Apr-01
246.62
2,247
179
2,068
1,087
1,040
$2.14
$6.66
$1,930.19
981
$1.032.50
$4.19
May-01
255.89
2,258
221
2.037
542
2,428
$2.41
$9.07
$5,907.76
495
$840.00
$3.28
Jun-01
263.31
2,394
326
2,068
1,578
1,076
$2.03
$6.38
$1,852.05
490
$980.00
$3.72
Jul-01
238.18
1,995
273
1.722
1,258
1,215
$2.20
$6.62
$2,233.07
464
$1,557.50
$6.54
Aug-01
242.00
2,247
210
2,037
1,157
1,550
$2.02
$6.08
$2,702.77
880
$2,152.50
$8.89
Sep-01
197.01
2,016
168
1,848
1,016
1,201
$2.30
$7.20
$2,453.25
832
$1,890.00
$9.59
Oct-01
231.33
2,394
189
2.205
1,425
1,521
$2.29
$6.93
$3,196.69
780
$2,205.00
$9.53
Nov-01
187.24
2,100
278
1,822
1,246
1,050
$2.10
$6.30
$1,980.05
576
$1,242.50
$6.64
Dec-01
160.50
2,006
315
1,691
1,622
886
$2.73
$8.84
$2,378.29
69
$0.00
$0.00
TOTAL
AVG
2,833.38
236.12
27,092
2,258
2,475
206
24,617
2,051
15,094
1,258
15,947
1,329
$2.25
$7.20
$33,310.60
$2,775.88
8,523
710
$20,065.00
$1,672.08
$6.90
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01 Marketing & Distribution Page 1

AVERAGE CUBIC YARDS
SOLD MONTHLY
1,329
1,400
1,200
1,000
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600
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200
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Incident/06mplaint Report
Investigator jEllen Huffman
Investigation Date 1-23-2001
Response Date
Cottac. D tee
(pos -roves iga ion
Investigated? *yes O no
Violation 10 yes OQ no
NOV Sent? 10 yes OQ no
Responsible Party
City of Hickory
onsime vartV ACIaress vnone
See Permit file for Hickory Composting Facility
Circumstances
Received By IMichael Parker
Date Received 1/22/2001
Time Received 11:45:55 AM
County ICatawba
Complaint Type 10dor (Other)
Response Time -730 days
Complainant
Qom Flowers
Complainant Address Phone
2�4°54 Settlemyre Bridge Road
Newton, NC 28658
828-328-4919
Mr. Flowers says the odors are very bad from this facility (unusually bad vs normal operation odors).
He said that he also documented bad odors on Jan. 12th, and Jan. 20th. Invetigator should check
and see if Ellen Huffman has done recent compliance inspection at this facility.
Called the Hickory compost'facility 1-22-01. Paul (with US Filter) has already investigated the
complaint and spoken with the complainant. The Compost facility was not actively processing over the
weekend and the air odor scrubbers run 24 hrs/7 days a week. One chemical pump had shut down bu
was not down all weekend. This may have been the cause and was repaired by Monday morning. US
Filter keeps an extensive log of complaints with notations on date, time; weather conditions, wind
direction, odor descriptions, and off site detection as well as the complainant name and address.
Please see file for further information.

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IncidentJComplaint Report
Investigator
Investigation Date
Response Date
Co tac. Daat
(pos -roves igationnj
Investigated? O yes O no
Violation 10 yes O no
NOV Sent? 10 yes O no
Responsible Party
City of Hickory
Responsible Party Address Phone
See Permit file for Hickory Composting Facility
Circumstances
Received By IMichael Parker
Date Received 1/22/2001
Time Received 11:45:55 AM
County ICatawba
Complaint Type 10dor (Other)
Response Time -730 days
Complainant
[LE©m Flowers
Complainant Address Phone
245� Settlemyre - i It
Nawton, NC 2`8658
82 �-32�8-4919
Mr. Flowers says the odors are very bad from this facility (unusually bad vs normal operation odors).
�e said.#hat he also documented bad odors on. Jan. 12th, and Jan. 20th. Invetigator should check
and see if Ellen Huffman has done recent compliancy inspection at this facility.- r
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JAN-23-2001 10:05 PSG HICKORY P•01
FAX
��� USFI EWHICKORY NC TELEPHONE 828-46&1g01
_�T �/ _. 3200N Noe AVENUE S.E. FACSIMILE 828-465-4116
NEWTON NC 28658 e-mail c [e-mail]
70 Ellen Huhn cc
FAX 7"-663- M TEL [phone]"
FROM Wayne Carroll DATE 01/23/01 PAGE 1 OF 12
SUBJWr Odor Com plaice T
MESSAGE
Ellen: Attached for yoUir Use is the 2NO and 2001 Odor Compl:l inft Sumv.izwyies. N you need any more
Infonnadon just 10 me know. Have a good and restful vacation.
Thanks Wayne'
AENDI
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JAN-23-2001 10:05 PSG HICKORY P.02
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2000 ODOR COMPLAINT SUMMARY
INVESTIGATION
WIND ODOR Off - Site Detection
C ATE NAME TIME DIRECTION DESCRIPTION yes No Time
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1 212000 Jim rds (Sunbelt) R: OF —AMT Calm--" Bad Small x
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212000 Donna Buttons (Sunbelt) 9:18 AAA Light Sw Bad Odor x 9-20 AM
-812000 Mario & Jeni Restaurant 9:00 PM Light West Smells on the Patio x 9:15 PM
101 7M000 Tom Flowers 9:00 AM -' Calm Smells Bad x 9:15 AM
1 Y1 9/2000 MadO & Jeni Restaurant 6A5 PM SIM Garbage ---7:0QPM

JAN-23-2001 10:06 . PSG HICKORY
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,�iECIONAC MPOST FAdIUTY, HICKORY NC
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USFILTER OP RM ING SERVICES
REGIONAL COMPOST T FACILITY, HICKORY NC
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JAN-23-2001 10:07 PSG HICK0RY
P.06
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP
.T` \ Regio at/Compost Fad!lity - Hickory, NC
Odor Complaint Form
(late: / r r .? - Ad"
Time: ,q: dJ
Compiaintive: J vig c e,,&,, f 1
Address: 5 -r► h-p ! f T Hx 3'.s-s^
Phone Plumber: q G q- 7� q 0
Odor Description: -,,�• S�� l/
Weather Conditions: `f -
Wind Direction: \ NCO Z nt_, � 6 \ A-
npisint Received By' rwr►v [ c� r, eE�
Action Taken: F d�r�� S
Comments•

JAN-23-2001 10:07, PSG HICKORY P.07
\ PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP
Regional Compost Facility - Hickory, NC
aaor comp►aint Form
Date: R c / 02-d v v
lime: & . / Sr
Cemplaintive: Pl,)G `; o 4c. jv,7 ; _
Address: ) a S 9 -tf kA �'! � � � 4 9J
Phone Number: 06 S - 3 /7 7
Odor Descdption: q c.�jld
Weather Conditions: \,�Sah
Wind Direction:
Received By: A-$-"
Action Taken:
comments: a A- s e!.

JAN-23-2001 10:08 PSG HICKORY P.08
PROFESSIONAL, SERVICES GROUP
Regional Compost Facility - Hickory, NC
Odor Complaint Form
hate:
Time:
Compli intive: _A/Q b
Address: J.412 -St. Aul's C4ukcAau
Phone Number: (46 5" %/ )) .
Odor Description: SAIELL.5 D AI. 7"WK PITT/O
Weather Coodiflons: 0-e cr u
Wind Direction: Z,A 7` 1ugj� i
Rt Received 13y:� Cry6 w $ 'eN C f
Action Taken: IAIVE�7'/ 7 T/te Dbyj�D1 AA hJ
Comments: A10 5 i A162 4 1»7Z67eO AT

JAN-23-2001 10:08• PSG HI KORY P.09
PROFESSIONAL. SERVICES CROUP
Regional Compost Facility - Hickory, NC
Odor Complaint Fom1
-Date:
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Complaintive: �`zr -, r1o, , ee
Address: v r-f 161/,-,4, , w, & f
Phone Number:.
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Comments: [u� ..� �. 4- Lo E, JA o.d
Yz- �aVL, a e-j d it.0 a ri-t -�-

JAN-23-2001 % 10 : 08 `` r , PSG H I)CKORY
P.10
PROFESSIONAL.SERACES GROUP
Regional Compost Facility - Hickory, NC
Oder Complaint Form
Date: a-16 - oo
Time:. _ r
Complaintive:
Address: 3.23 r- ;6 S
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Phone-humber S�( `�- 7�'s%u
Odor aewAption: r,/' c
Weather Conditions: _P(+ if C10111
Wind Direction: 2 % h f. S.lrtf-
nt Received B.I:,,..G,o
Action Taken. rT -Y; 4'A d rj /f oc%- .'
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Comments: �., 4 c!. s c i � ha, !)�, i-L e4 6LA10
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JAN-23-2001 10:08 PSG HICKORY
P.11
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP
Regional Compost Facility Hickory, NC
Odor Complaint Form
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ComplalntiVe:
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Address: �� � � �� ��/ y
Phone Number % / f
Odor Description: jg �( w 0 4�5 r -p �� u
Weather Conditions: 4 � jrt��r r d2F • z-X !�
Wind DR=Ion: A/ - C-
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Action Taken: 1�k V �Os f ; 4. t r-6.r(.'
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JAN-23-2001 10:09 PSG HICKORY P.12
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP
Regional Compost Facility - Hickory. ND
odor Complaint Form
Date: JV
Time:,...��Q
Complalnttve: f fit!
Address: GA q ,,�- y tiS e }l � &Lj die J /U,° g c 5-
Phone Numberc�
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1� TOTAL P.12

G _ HICKORY REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY TELEPHONE [phone]
vs� 3200 20TH AVENUE SE FACSIMILE 828-465-41 15
NEWTON, NC 28658
RECEIVED
February 7, 2001
FEB 14 2001
Brian Wrenn
DENR/DWQ/Water Quality Section NC DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit p�OO D NATURAL EOI SONAL OFFICE
OURCES
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1617
1, b! Re: 2000 Annual Report -.40 CFR Part 503 0c�0
P c,,1
F.9r,& oral. Cam y®st Facili. : <n, Hieko = NBC-. -
Dear, Mr. Wrenn:
Please find herein, the Regional Compost Facility 2000 Annual Report in accordance with
the reporting requirements of 40 CFR Part 503, North Carolina Annual Monitoring
Requirements, and Distribution and Marketing reporting for Permit No. WQ0004563.
This document was prepared by US Filter Operating Services (USFOS) and submitted for
the Sludge Consortium (Owner) in Hickory, North Carolina for the above captioned
facility. USFOS provides full contract operations, maintenance, and management
(OM&M) services at the RCF in a contract agreement with the Consortium, which
became effective January 1, 1995. Please note that the facility names and permit numbers
of each city or town that utilized the facility during 2000 is attached on page 3 of this
report.
If you have any questions concerning this Annual Report and the information contained
herein, please contact me at the Regional Compost Facility at [phone] or call
Charles D. Hansen, P.E., Public Services Director, City of Hickory, North Carolina at
[phone].
Respectfully submitted,
lb,1c t
Wayne Carroll
Project Manager
cc: Charles D. Hansen, P.E., Hickory Jimmy Clark, Conover
Mark Vanagel, USFOS Jay Stowe, Newton
Tim Muirhead, USFOS Barry Edwards, Catawba County
Hickory Project File USFOS Houston File
a IVENDI
water company

C G HICKORY REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY TELEPHONE [phone]
vs 3200 20TH AVENUE SE FACSIMILE 828-465-41 15
NEWTON, NC 28658
SLUDGE CONSORTIUM- HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
2000 - 40 CFR PART 503 ANNUAL REPORT
Monitoring, Record Keeping, and Reporting for
Preparing Sewage Sludge for Beneficial Use
At In -Vessel Biosolids Composting Facility
Presented to:
NENR/DWQ/Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1617
Submitted for:
City of Hickory, North Carolina
Public Services Department
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603-0398
Prepared bv'
US Filter Operating Services
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Avenue, SE
Newton, North Carolina 28658
FEBRUARY, 2001
2 a IVENDI
water company

REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
HICKORY NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Permits:
NC DENHR Compost Permit No WQ0004563
CiV of Newton Industrial Pretreatment Permit NO. 1224
SOURCE AND PERMIT NUMBERS
The biosolids received at the Regional Compost Facility were generated from a variety of
permitted cities and towns within Catawba County North Carolina. In 2000 the Regional
Compost Facility received biosolids from the following communities and no other source
was accepted. The following also includes their permit number.
SOURCE PERMIT NUMBER
i City of Hickory (Northeast)
NCO020401
City of Hickory (Henry Fork)
NCO040797
City of Newton (Clarks Creek)
NCO036196
City of Conover (Southwest)
NCO024261
City of Conover (Northeast)
NCO024252
City of Conover (Southeast)
NCO024279
Town of Maiden
Town of Claremont (North)
NCO039594
NCO032662
Town of Claremont (McLin)
NCO081370
Catawba County Domestic Septage
NA

We are pleased to report that the RCF achieved full compliance with the general
conditions and performance standards of the NC DEHNR/DEM Permit, as well as its
O&M requirements and the pollutant limits in Tables 1 and 3 of Subpart 503.13; the
pathogen reduction requirements in Subpart 503.33(b)(5). Compliance with the frequency
of monitoring, record keeping, and reporting of these standards that have been in place
when the RCF was placed into service on January 3, 1995
Compliance with these standards in 40 CFR Part 503 for the pollutant limits, operation
standards for pathogen density reduction and vector attraction reduction, general
requirements, and management practices was demonstrated and documented by the
Monthly Operations Summary Reports for 2000, provided herein as Exhibit 2.
5

I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Facility Name Mailing Address and Location
Regional Compost Facility (RCF)
3200 20th Avenue, S.E.
Newton, North Carolina 28658
The Regional Compost Facility is a Class A Sludge Management Facility as defined in 40
CFR Part 503.9(c). This facility currently employs one method of biosolids management
that requires compliance with 40 CFR Part 503 requirements. The primary method of
sewage sludge disposal is its beneficial use at the on -site dewatering and in -vessel
composting facility, which prepares the wastewater residuals for land application.
Generators / Preparer of Biosolids
The Sludge Consortium, represented by four local governments, generates biosolids
during the treatment of domestic sewage at their publicly owned treatment works and
prepares materials (dewatered cake and finished compost) from biosolids. The RCF is
owned by the Sludge Consortium, comprised of the Cities of Hickory, Newton, and
Conover and Catawba County, North Carolina. In January of 1995 the Consortium
entered into an agreement for operations, maintenance, and management (OM&M)
services of its RCF with Professional Services Group, Inc. (PSG) currently called US
Filter Operating Services (USFOS).
Consortium Ownership: City of Hickory - 66.0 %
City of Newton - 09.0 %
City of Conover - 11.0 %
Catawba County - 14.0 %
Owner / Generator: City of Hickory
Attn: Mr. Charles D. Hansen, P.E.
Public Services Director
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Tel. # (828) 323 - 7570
E-Mail - [e-mail]
Operator / Preparer: US Filter Operating Services
Attn: Wayne Carroll, Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Avenue, S.E.
Newton, NC 28658
Tel. # (828) 465 - 1401
E-Mail — [e-mail]
6

Environmental Permits
Regional Compost Facility: NC DEHNR Compost Permit No. - WQ0004563
City of Newton, Industrial User Pretreatment Permit No. - 1224
H. BIOSOLIDS PROCESSED
The amount of biosolids received and processed for beneficial use and disposal at the RCF
during the 2000 annual reporting period was 2,662 metric dry tons (MDT). A
computerized biosolids dewatering report, in Exhibit 2 page 6, for the belt filter press
(BFP) operations at the RCF will support documentation and information for the
following computation of the actual MDT of biosolids prepared for use and disposal in
2000.
2000 Operations - 2,662 MDT
1. Dry short tons of biosolids loaded to the belt filter presses:
Dry short tons = totalized BFP load (DT) from 01/01/00 - 12/31/00.
= 2,950 DT
2. Dry short tons of biosolids captured by the belt filter presses:
Dry short tons = totalized BFP load (DT) x avg . solids capture (%)
= 2,950 x 0.995
= 2,935 DT .
3. Metric dry tons of biosolids processed for beneficial use:
Metric dry tons = total BFP captured dry short tons (DT) x conversion factor
= 2,935 x 0.907
= 21662 MDT
7

The determination of the dry short tons of biosolids received and loaded to the belt filter
presses are shown in a computerized RCF Operations Summary report as Exhibit 2 page
6. This biosolids loading has been determined by monitoring the number of belt filter
presses in service (1 or 2), the actual run time hours each 24 hour operating day, direct
flow metering of the volumetric rate of sludge feed (gallons per day - GPD), and
gravimetrically analyzing the time -composite sample of feed sludge for total solids (% TS)
using Standard Methods Part 2540 G., (APHA, 1992). An automated moisture analyzer
that operates on the basis of infrared technology and moisture analyses using drying and
constant weight has analyzed the feed solids.
A composite of the feed solids, cake solids, and a conservative estimate for the filtrate
were obtained daily to compute a materials balance around the belt filter presses to
determine solids capture (%). Since the RCF does not have a weigh belt on its sludge cake
conveyor belt, the generated amount of biosolids for in -vessel composting was determined
by performing a daily materials balance of the dewatering process. All of the dewatered
sludge cake was processed in the Tunnel Reactor in -vessel composting facility. Thus, all
biosolids loaded and captured at the BFP represents the biosolids generation and
processing basis for the Annual Report and the amount of biosolids prepared as finished
compost for land application in accordance with 40 CFR Part 503.
M. BIOSOLIDS USE & DISPOSAL PRACTICES
The biosolids received at the Regional Compost Facility (RCF) were beneficially used at
the on -site dewatering and in -vessel composting facility. The biosolids management and
disposal practices are the beneficial use of sewage sludge via composting to produce a
high quality soil product which was sold and, or distributed in bulk for application to the
land in accordance with 40 CFR Part 503, Subpart B regulations.
As presented in the attached Site Plan and Process Schematic (Figures 1 and 2), the
biosolids processing train and management practices consists of receiving and storage of
liquid biosolids and wood amendments, mechanical belt filter press dewatering, in -vessel
biosolids composting, product storage, foul air scrubbing, and wastewater pretreatment.
The RCF is a PFRP facility and produces a Class A `exceptional quality' biosolids residual
product.
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SUBPART B - LAND APPLICATION
Process Monitoring, Record Keeping. and Reporting Description
The Regional Compost Facility is substantially automated with numerous on-line and
continuous reading instruments (i.e. sludge flow meters, thermocouples, air flow meters,
auger speeds) to monitor the process and ensure that PFRP requirements are met. The
various on-line equipment and instrumentation were calibrated routinely by PSG's
electrical and instrumentation staff and adjustments were made for calibration, if required.
In accordance with USFOS's standards for quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC),
precision and accuracy determinations were made to ensure that high quality reproducible
data is generated. The monitoring data from these devices were retrieved continuously by
a computer system, where data was archived and performance reports generated.
Daily and monthly operator log forms and computer reports document various operating
parameters required for demonstration of compliance with 40 CFR Part 503 Regulations.
These parameters include system amounts of biosolids, amendments, and compost; in -
vessel Tunnel Reactor; process and odor control system airflows, etc.
Analytical Results for Monitored Pollutants
USFOS analyzed the finished compost produced at the RCF for various pollutants
required and listed in Tables 1 and 3 of 40 CFR Part 503.13. We are pleased to report that
full compliance was achieved in 2000 with these limitations and the corresponding
classification of the finished compost as a Class A ` exceptional quality' biosolids residual
product (Exhibit 1).
In accordance with Table 1 of 40 CFR Part 503.16, the frequency of monitoring,
composite sampling, and analysis of the composted biosolids for the pollutants listed in
Table 3 is bimonthly (6 times per year). This testing frequency was determined on the
basis of the projected 2,662 dry metric tons (DMT) of dewatered biosolids processed and
applied to the land as finished compost. We have also analyzed on a routine and as needed
basis, the essential nutrient, stability, maturity, decomposition, odor and phytotoxicity
parameters of the finished product to characterize its quality for various beneficial uses,
prior to its distribution. We have also closely tracked the end uses and distribution
contours for the finished compost product as represented as Exhibit 3.
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Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative A5 (PFRP)
As previously stated, the Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce
Pathogens" (PFRP) system for treatment and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This
section of the Annual Report states that USFOS and the Consortium have utilized Class A
Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to demonstrate
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) and in continuity with 40 `CFR Part 257
regulations. The temperature of the biosolids inside the Tunnel Reactors was maintained at
55 deg. C (131 deg. F) or higher for at least three (3) days.
The design capacity of the four A-S-H Tunnel Reactors is approximately 54,432 ft (2,016
yd.). The standard operating procedure (SOP) for processing biosolids in the A-S-H in -
vessel composting system employs a process using single stage horizontal plug flow. The
raw (in -feed) compost was deposited in the front of the Tunnel Reactors with the addition
of recycle material and discharged after active in -vessel composting and initial curing (out -
feed compost) from the end of each reactor. Thus, the active composting phase occurs in
the first two-thirds of each Tunnel Reactor and partial curing occurs in the remaining third
of each Tunnel Reactor.
Based upon site -specific monitoring of the bulk density of the in -feed mixture compost
and recording of the number of hydraulic ram pushes for each Tunnel Reactor, the
volumetric loading (yd /dy) is accurately determined for each processing day. This
volumetric loading was divided into the fixed total reactor capacity to compute the
"uncompacted" SRT (days), which is a conservative determination of the amount of time
spent in the in -vessel reactors since compaction and compression of compost materials is
not considered (typically adds another 20% to the "uncompacted" SRT). The average
"uncompacted" SRT for each Tunnel Reactor was approximately 26.4 days. The actual
SRT considering compaction and materials compression averaged 24.1 as highlighted on
page 8 of the Operation Summary report. During this in -vessel composting period, at
least three (3) days of processing time was continuously available to achieve PFRP in the
Tunnel Reactors as the in -feed compost traveled horizontal from the front to the back of
the 63 foot long reactor and eventually discharged as out -feed compost.
Seven (7) thermocouples, seven (7) top sampling ports, and seven (7) side sampling ports
are installed along the length of each Tunnel Reactor to monitor temperature within the
compost biomass. A total of twenty-eight (28) discrete measurements of temperature in
the compost process are monitored and recorded by personnel for documentation. The top
and side sampling ports give the facility the ability to visibly observe the biomass and
measure temperatures in each tunnel manually with an operator -inserted probe. The
average of certain aeration zone temperature readings provide the daily determination of
PFRP for the Tunnel Reactors. These daily PFRP temperature logs were documented for
each Tunnel Reactor and reported on the computerized RCF Operation Summary Report
(pages 9-12) to document the composting process was maintained at or above 55 deg. C
during the period of January through December 2000 to comply with Alternative A5 of 40
CFR Part 503.32. As shown in Exhibit 2 page 8, the average PFRP temperature for all
four Tunnel Reactors was 65.5 deg. C.
10

In accordance with 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), the composted biosolids was analyzed for
the density of Salmonella sp. bacteria at the time it was being prepared for sale and
distribution into the market place for final land application and was found to be well below
compliance limits. The bimonthly composite samples were prepared for Salmonella
analysis on a dry weight basis and analyzed in accordance with Standard Methods Part
SM2540G. As shown on Exhibit 1, the maximum Salmonella SP. density measured for
discharged compost from the RCF in 2000 indicates that none was detected.
Certification Statement - `I certify, under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen
requirements in 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) have been met. This determination has been
made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed to
ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to
determine that the pathogen reduction requirements have been met. I am aware that there
are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment."
Undersigned.
Wayne Carroll
USFOS Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
The Regional Compost Facility uses the Aerobic Process (Thermoplullic Composting) to
demonstrate and achieve compliance with the Vector Attraction Reduction requirements
set forth in 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5). Specifically, Option 5 as an Aerobic Process at
Greater Than 40 deg. C (104 deg. F) is most appropriate for achieving Vector Attraction
Reduction. As previously described in this Annual Report, the average Actual SRT in the
in -vessel compost reactors was 24.1 days for the reporting period of 2000. The dewatered
biosolids was composted and treated aerobically at thermophilic temperatures during this
period of in -vessel processing time.
The computerized composting performance reports document the aerobic processing of
the dewatered biosolids in accordance with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5). The dewatered
biosolids have been aerobically treated for a minimum of 14.0 consecutive days during
which the daily minimum temperatures of the Tunnel Reactor have been maintained above
40 deg. C and the average temperature maintained higher than 45 deg. C. As shown on
page 8 of the operations report, the average Vector Attraction Reduction (VAR)
temperature for all Tunnel Reactors was 63.6 deg. C.
11

Certification Statement - " I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A vector
attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) have been met. This determination
has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to
determine that the vector attraction reduction requirements have been met. I am aware
that there are significant penalties false certification including fine and imprisonment."
Undersigned.
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Way ie Carroll
USFOS Project Manager
IV. CERTIFICATION
PFRP Certification Statement
`I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under
my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry
of the person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for
gathering the available information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant
penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fine and
imprisonment for knowing violation'
Undersigned. Date Signed:
IIJC,14
Way e Carroll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Avenue, S.E.
Newton, NC 28658
(828) 465 - 1401
E- Mail - [e-mail]
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EXHIBIT 1
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
HICKORY. NORTH CAROLINA
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE SUMMARY

' ANNUAL PATHOGEN AND VECTOR ATTRACTION REDUCTION FORM
Facility Name REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
WWTP Name
Permit Number WQ 0004563
NPDES #
Monitoring Period: From 01/ 01/ 00 To 12/31100
Pathogen Reduction (40 CFR503.32) - Please indicate level achieved and alternative performed
Class A _ X
Alternative 1
Alternative 4
Class B
Alternative 1
Alternative 2
Alternative 5 X
Alternative 2
Alternative 3
Alternative 6
Alternative 3
If applicable to alternative performed (Class B only) Indicate "Process to Significantly Reduce Pathogens"
_ Aerobic Digestion —Air Drying —Anaerobic Digestion Composting
If applicable to alternative performed (Class A or Class B) complete the following monitoring data: :
_Lime Stabilization
Allowable level
Pathogen Density
Number of
Frequency of
Analytical
Parameters
in Sludge
Exceedences
Analysis
Sample Type
Technique
Minimum
Geo. Mean
Maximum
Units
Fecal Coliform
2x106 MPN
per gram of total
solids or 2x106
CFU per gram
of total solids
1000 MPN
per gram of
total solid
(dry weight)
salmonella
3 MPN per 4
oacteria (in lieu
per grams total
ND
ND
MG/KG
0
Bi-Monthly
Compost
SM254013
of fecal coliforrn
solid(dry weight)
Vector Attraction Reduction (40 CFR 503.33) - Please Indicate option performed
Option 1 _ Option 2 _ Option 3 _ Option 4
Option 6 _ Option 7 _ Option 8 _ Option 9
No vector attraction reduction options were performed
Option 5 X
Option 10
Certification Statement ( please check the appropriate statement)
X "I certify, under penalty of law, that the pathogen requirements in 40 CFR 503.32 and the vector attraction
reduction requirement in 40 CFR 503.33 have been met."
" I certify, under penalty of law, that the pathogen requirements in 40 CFR 503.32 and the vector attraction
reduction requirement in 40 CFR 503.33 have not been met" (Please note If you check this statement
attach an explanation why you have not met one or both of the requirements.)
This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualltied personnel properly gather and evaluate the Information used to determine that the
pathogen and vector attraction reduction requirements have been met I am aware that there are significant
penalties for false certification Including fine and Imprisonment.
Wayne Carroll Project Manager
Preparer Name and Title (.type or print) Land Applier and Title (if applicable) (type or print)
_ignatu a of Preparer Date Signature of Land Applier (if applicable)
Date
DEM FORM RF(10184)

ANNUAL RESIDUAL SAI... _1NG SUMMARY FORM
Attach this form to the corresponding laboratory analysis.
Please note that your permit may contain additional parameters to be analyzed than those required to be summarized on this form. 1.
Permit Number WQ 0004563 Laboratory 1 Burlington Research Lab
Facility Name Regional Compost Facility 2 Analytical Laboratories, Inc
NPDES # 3)
or WQ # (residual only facilities) WQ 0004563
WWTP Name
Residual Analysis Data
Date sampled (grab) or Date
Composited
02/17/00
04/18/00
06/15/00
08/17/00
10/19/00
12/13/00
Percent Solids
38.8
51.8
73.7
48.0
63.8
60.8
PARAMETERS mg/kg dry weight
Aluminum
10,500
7,600
9,530
5,720
7,870
5,410
Arsenic
1.8
1.2
1.1
6.6
1.1
0.74
Cadmium
1
1
1.4
0.29
6.68
0.67
Chromium
Copper
163
157
138
85
123
146
Lead
18
14
58
11
15
11
Mercury
0.69
0.57
0.25
0.41
0.45
0.39
Molybdenum
13
9.4
6.8
3.3
1.4
4.8
Nickel
7.3
1.8
10
3.8
7.0
8.4
Selenium
0.51
2.5
0.68
0.81
0.62
1.1
Zinc
313
310
330
167
316
301
TKN
24,700
11,080
9,331
8,550
10,276
7,600
Ammonia Nitrogen
3,280
3,020
2,081
4,670
2,139
5,125
Nitrate -Nitrogen
25.7
18.7
13.6
17.8
1 24.8
11.9
Total Phosphorous_
6,110
3,500
t1,550
1,880
1 886
2,130
X
/-0/
(SIGNATURE OF PREPARER) DATE
1 certify, under penalty of law that this document was prepared under my direction or supervision In accordance with a system
designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gathered and evaluated the information submitted. I am aware that there are
significant penalties for submitting false Information, Including the possibility of fines and Imprisonment for knowing violations."
DEM FORM RF (10194)

Bi - MONTHLY CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
The Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP) system for
treatment of and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This section states that USFOS and the Consortium
have utilized Class A Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to display
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32 (a)(7) and in continuity with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Based upon site specific monitoring and operation data of the biosolids USFOS submits the following
information for the months of January and February 2000 . This shows compliance with Alternative
A5 of 40 CFR Part 503.32, 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), and 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative A5 (PFRP)
TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.32 Minimum - 55 deg. for 3 consecutive days.
Regional Compost Facility — 04.4 deg.0 for 3.05 consecutive days. (Please See Operation Summary
Report page 8).
PATHOGEN KILL - 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) - Salmonella - Limit 4 (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis.
Regional Compost Facility Salmonella Results - N/D (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis. Fecal Coliform -
NA (Please See Report of Analysis for lab data).
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.32(a)(7) have been met. This determination has been made tinder my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the pathogen reduction requirements
have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
�t-L/ap
6- w.
Wayne arroll
Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
TIME & TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) Minimum - 14 days above 40 deg. C and the
average temperature at or above 45 deg. C.
Regional Compost Facility - 62.45 deg. C for approximately 22.9 days. (Please see Operation Summary
Report, page 8)
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A Vector Attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.33(b)(5) have been met. This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the vector attraction reduction
requirements have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
't/,lir�ct—C (�
Wayne Ctfrroll
PFRP Certification Statement
"I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction and supervision in accordance
with the system designed that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the available information. The information is,
to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violation."
Undersigned. Date Signed:
Wayne CafToll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Ave., SE
Newton NC 28658
(828) 465 -1401

IiDll NPDES Analyses, Aquatic Toxicity Testing, Field Services,
Infrastructure Evaluation, Chemical Product Environmental Assessments, .
Toxicity Reduction Evaluations
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ANALYTICAL REPORT
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter WORK ORDER #: OB512-001
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer RECEIVED: 02/18/00
REPORTED: 03/07/00
SAMPLE DESC: FEB. MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: SLUDGE, COMPOSITE Pb NUMBER: 10803
COLLECTED: 02/17/0010:00 to 02/17/00 10:10 SITE: Compost
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOIL RESULT
Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started 02/28/00 08:30 128
3,280 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed 02/28/00 by SAP at BRI - Burlington
Nitrate/Nitrite Solid by IC Analysis
Started 02/29/00 14:12 25.7
<25.7 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 300.0
Analyzed 03/01/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started 02/21/00 10:45 128
6,110 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 365.4
Analyzed 02/24/00 by SAP at BRI - Burlington
Soil pH Measured In Water
Started 03/02/00 08:00
7.75 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed 03/02/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started 02/20/00 12:00
38.8 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed 02/21/00 by SJH at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started 02/21/00 10:45 128
24,700 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 351.2
Analyzed 02/22/00 by SAP at BRI - Burlington
Aluminum in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 02/20/00 13:15 12
10,500 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 02/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started 02/20/00 13:15 1.2
1.8 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed 02/25/00 by SJH at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started 02/20/00 13:15 0.047
1.0 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed 02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 02/20/00 13:15 24
4,280 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 02/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Copper in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started 02/20/00 13:15 2.4
163 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed 02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started 02/20/00 13:15 0.24
18 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed 02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Burlington - Corporate Offices Eden
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 Page 1 370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
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PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Magnesium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
02/20/00 13:15 24
1,790 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
02/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Mercury in Solid by HAS
Started
02/29/00 15:55 ' 0.21
0.69 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
03/02/00 by SJH at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050BStarted
02/20/00 13:15 0.59
13 mg/Kg Dry
SW846 6020
Analyzed
02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
02/20/00 13:15 2.4
7.3 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
02/20/00 13:15 120
1,910 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
02/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
02/20/00 12:00 0.35
0.51 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by ICP - Prep. 3050B
Started
02/20/00 13:15 24
863 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
02/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
02/20/00 12:00 5.9
313 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
02/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
03/07/00 10:00 0
2.5 %T. Nitro.
Calculation
Analyzed
03/07/00 by PMT at BRI - Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: #85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: #001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
SC Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NC00137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
Burlington - Corporate Offices Eden
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 Page 2 370 W. Meadow Road Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
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Report Number htt .ai m
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Account Number
14947
Send To:
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GR/US FILTER
ATTN: PAUL SPENCER
3200 20TH AVE SE
NEWTON, NC 28658
Client:
Lab No Sample Id
RECEIVED FEB ^ 2990
A&L Analytical Laboratories, Inc.
411 North Third St. Memphis, TN 38105 • Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
The one Source.
REPORT OF ANALYSIS
Salmonella (Dry Weight
Basis) (MPN/4g)
63472 COMPOST 02/18/00 NONE DETECTED
Comments:
METHOD USED: Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 18th Edition, American
Public Health Association, Washington, D.C., 1992.
Purchase Order : 10804
Report Date: 02/24/2000
Date received : 02/18/2000

Bi - MONTHLY CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
The Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP) system for
treatment of and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This section states that USFOS and the Consortium
have utilized Class A Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to display
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32 (a)(7) and in continuity with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Based upon site specific monitoring and operation data of the biosolids USFOS submits the following
information for the months of March and April 2000 . This shows compliance with Alternative A5 of
40 CFR Part 503.32, 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), and 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative A5 (PFRP)
TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.32 Minimum - 55 deg. for 3 consecutive days.
Regional Compost Facility — 65.4 deg.0 for 3.98 consecutive days. (Please See Operation Summary
Report page 8).
PATHOGEN KILL - 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) - Salmonella - Limit 4 (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis.
Regional Compost Facility Salmonella Results - N/D (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis. Fecal Coliform -
NA (Please See Report of Analysis for lab data).
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen requirements in 40 CPR Part
503.32(a)(7) have been met. 'Ibis determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the pathogen reduction requirements
have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayne garroll
Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
TIME & TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) Minimum - 14 days above 40 deg. C and the
average temperature at or above 45 deg. C.
Regional Compost Facility - 64.3 deg. C for approximately 27.9 days. (Please see Operation Summary
Report, page 8)
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A Vector Attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.33(b)(5) have been met. "Ibis determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the vector attraction reduction
requirements have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayne Carroll
PFRP Certification Statement
"I certify under penally of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction and supervision in accordance
with the system designed that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the infornhation submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the available information. The information is,
to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violation."
Undersigned.
U IL A JC avLe4
Wayne Varroll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Ave., SV-
Newton NC 28658
(828) 465 - 1401
Date Signed:
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R SEARCH
ANALYTICAL REPORT
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer
SAMPLE DESC: APR. MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: WASTEWATER, COMPOSITE
COLLECTED: 04/17/00 09:00 SITE: Compost
WORK ORDER #:
OD471-001
RECEIVED:
04/18/00
REPORTED:
05/08/00
PO NUMBER: 10829
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOL RESULT
Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started
05/03/00 09:30 86.4
3,020 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed
05/03/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Nitrate/Nitrite Solid by IC Analysis
Started
04/26/00 17:31 18.7
< 18.7 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 300.0
Analyzed
04/27/00 by SAP at BRI - Burlington
Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started
04/25/00 15:00 86.7
3,500 mg/Kg Dry
• EPA -3 5.4
Analyzed
04/27/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Soil pH Measured In Water
Started
05/01/00 11:00
8.21 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed
05/01/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started
04/19/00 09:30
51.8 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed
04/20/00 by SJH at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started
04/25/00 15:00 93.4
11,080 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 351.2
Analyzed
04/28/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Aluminum in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 6.7
7,600 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
04/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 0.88
1.2 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed
04/24/00 by SJH at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 0.036
1.0 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 13
3,300 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
04/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Copper in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 1.8
157 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 0.18
14 mg/Kg Dry
• SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Burlington - Corporate Offices Eden
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 Page e 1 370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
BR-2 6199

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PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Magnesium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 13
1,580 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
04/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Mercury in Solid by FIAS
Started
04/26/00 09:45 0.15
0.57 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
04/26/00 by SJH at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by 1CPMS - Prep 305013Started
04/19/00 11:10 0.44
9.4 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by 1CPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 1.8
< 1.8 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by 1CP - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 67
1,280 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
04/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 0.27
2.5 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by ICP - Prep. 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 13
779 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
04/24/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
04/19/00 11:10 4.4
310 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
04/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
05/07/00 09:00 0
1.1 % %T. Nitro
Calculation
Analyzed
05/07/00 by PMT at BRI - Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: #85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: #001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
SC Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NCO0137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
Burlington - Corporate Offices Eden
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 Page 2 370 W. Meadow Road Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] g Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
BR-2 6'99

Report Number
00-105-0154 Page: 1
Account Number
14947
Send To:
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GR
ATTN: PAUL SPENCER
3200 20TH AVE SE
NEWTON, NC 28658
Client
Lab No Sample Id
65244 COMPOST
RECEIVED MAY " 1 2M
AFL Analytical Laboratories, Inc.
htt4c' 1 m r
F.
411 North Third St. Memphis, TN 38105 • Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
a
The One Source.
REPORT OF ANALYSIS
Salmonella (Dry Weight
Basis) (MPN/4g)
NONE DETECTED
Comments:
METHOD USED: Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 18th Edition, American
Public Health Association, Washington, D.C., 1992.
Purchase Order:
Report Date: 0425/2000
Date received : 04/142000

Bi - MONTHLY CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
The Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP) system for
treatment of and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This section states that USFOS and the Consortium
have utilized Class A Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to display
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32 (a)(7) and in continuity with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Based upon site specific monitoring and operation data of the biosolids USFOS submits the following
information for the months of May and June 2000 . This shows compliance with Alternative A5 of 40
CFR Part 503.32, 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), and 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative AS (PFRP)
TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.32 Minimum - 55 deg. for 3 consecutive days.
Regional Compost Facility — 67.0 deg.0 for 3.55 consecutive days. (Please See Operation Summary
Report page 8).
PATHOGEN .KILL - 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) - Salmonella - Limit 4 (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis.
Regional Compost Facility Salmonella Results - N/D (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis. Fecal Coliform -
NA (Please See Report of Analysis for lab data).
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.32(a)(7) have been met. This determination has bear made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the pathogen reduction requirements
have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayn Carroll
Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
TIME & TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) Minimum - 14 days above 40 deg. C and the
average temperature at or above 45 deg. C.
Regional Compost Facility - 66.3 deg. C for approximately 24.9 days. (Please see Operation Summary
Report, page 8)
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A Vector Attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.33(b)(5) have been met. This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the vector attraction reduction
requirements have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayne earroll
PFRP Certification Statement
"I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction and supervision in accordance
with the syst in designed that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the available information. The information is,
to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violation."
Undersigned.
Wayne Carroll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Ave., SE
Newton NC 28658
(828) 465 - 1401
Date Signed:

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ANALYTICAL REPORT
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer
SAMPLE DESC: JUNE MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: SLUDGE, GRAB
COLLECTED: 06/15/00 10:15 SITE: Compost
•
WORK ORDER #:
OF463-001
RECEIVED:
06/16/00
REPORTED:
07/06/00
PO NUMBER: 10848
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOL RESULT
Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started 06/29/00 13:30 68.0
2,081 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed 06/29/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Nitrate/Nitrite Solid by IC Analysis
Started 06/22/00 08:49 13.6
< 13.6 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 300.0
Analyzed 06/22/00 by SAP at BRI - Burlington
Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started 06/19/00 12:00 68
1,550 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 365.4
Analyzed 06/19/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Soil pH Measured In Water
Started 06/27/00 14:30
7.61 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed 06/27/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started 06/19/00 13:15
73.7 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed 06/23/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started 06/27/00 11:30 68.0
9,331 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 351.2
Analyzed 06/27/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Aluminum in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 06/20/00 15:25 6.8
9,530 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started 06/20/00 11:19 0.68
1.1 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed 06/26/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 06/20/00 15:25 1.4
< 1.4 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 06/20/00 15:25 14
8,800 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Copper in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 06/20/00 15:25 2.7
138 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started 06/20/00 15:25 6.8
58 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed 06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Burlington - Corporate Offices Page 1 Eden
1302 l3elmont 'Suret • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALABS International

II�
R
••••�•]Yi ryriC�. r ,,,Ar ',;�NPDC-S Analyses, Aquatic Toxicity lcsting, Pield Services,
Infrastructure Evaluation, CbCinical l'rodUCl Environmental Assessments,
g, Ltsfa'lioxicity Rcduclion L:valuations
LINGTON-
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(OF463-001 continued)
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOL RESULT
Magnesium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 14
1,480 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Mercury in Solid by FIAS
Started
06/19/00 10:23 0.13
0.25 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
06/21/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by ICP-Prep 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 6.8
<6.8 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 5.0
10 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 68
1,330 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by GF - Prep. 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 0.68
<0.68 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7740
Analyzed
06/26/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by ICP - Prep. 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 14
185 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
06/20/00 15:25 1.4
330 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
06/30/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
07/05/00 12:00 0
0.9 %T. Nitro
Calculation
Analyzed
07/05/00 by PMT at BRI - Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: #85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: #001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
SC Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NCO0137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
Burlingwn - Corporate Offices
1302 13elniont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935
I'lione [phone] • 1=ax [phone]
Page 2
Eden
370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Nionc [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALABS International

Bi - MONTHLY CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
The Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP) system for
treatment of and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This section states that USFOS and the Consortium
have utilized Class A Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to display
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32 (a)(7) and in continuity with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Based upon site specific monitoring and operation data of the biosolids USFOS submits the following
information for the months of July and August 2000 . This shows compliance witli Alternative A5 of
40 CFR Part 503.32, 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), and 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative A5 (PFRP)
TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.32 Minimum - 55 deg. for 3 consecutive days.
Regional Compost Facility — 66.5 deg.0 for 3.61 consecutive. days. (Please See Operation Summary
Report page 8).
PATHOGEN KILL - 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) - Salmonella - Limit 4 (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis.
Regional Compost Facility Salmonella Results - N/D (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis. Fecal Coliform -
NA (Please See Report of Analysis for lab data).
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.32(a)(7) have been met. This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the pathogen reduction requirements
have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
/kl/�, ; LQ
Wayne Carroll
Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
TIME & TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) Minimum - 14 days above 40 deg. C and the
average temperature at or above 45 deg. C.
Regional Compost Facility - 64.3 deg. C for approximately 25.3 days. (Please see Operation Summary
Report, page 8)
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A Vector Attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.33(b)(5) have been met. This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the vector attraction reduction
requirements have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
� a,-,,.P
Wayne Ca roll
PFRP Certification Statement
"I certify murder penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction and supervision in accordance
with the system designed that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the available information. The information is,
to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violation."
Undersigned. Date Signed:
r-IA�y%-Q Ci,,� `- %- () U
Wayne Carroll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Ave., SE
Newton NC 28658
(828) 465 -1401

RECEIVED JUN
2000
Report Number
00-168-0156 Page: 1
Account Number
14947
Send To:
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GR
ATTN: PAUL SPENCER
3200 20TH AVE SE
NEWTON, NC 28658
Client: REGIONAL CPMPOST FACILITY
Lab No Sample Id
66761 COMPOST 6/16/00
htt%A
A&L Analytical Laboratories, Inc.
m
411 North Third St. Memphis, TN 38105*Phone [phone]• Fax [phone]
REPORT OF ANALYSIS
Salmonella (Dry Weight
Basis) (MPN/4g)
►[aLl:1al:49xaj1Aa]
Comments:
METHOD USED: Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 18th Edition, American
Public Health Association, Washington, D.C., 1992.
The one source.
Purchase Order:
Report Date : 0622/2000
Date received : 06/16/2000

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r Infrastructure Evaluation, Chemical Product Environmental Assessments,
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ANALYTICAL REPORT
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter WORK ORDER #: OH536-001
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer RECEIVED: 08/18/00
REPORTED: 09/02/00
SAMPLE DESC: AUG. MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: SLUDGE, GRAB PO NUMBER: 10872
COLLECTED: 08/17/00 09:50 to 08/17/00 10:05 SITE: Compost
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started
08/21/00 12:00 88.7
4,670 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed
08/21/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Nitrate/Nitrite, Nitrogen - Solid
Started
08/29/00 11:00 17.8
< 17.8 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 353.1
Analyzed
08/29/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started
08/29/00 15:00 88.7
1,880 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 365.4
Analyzed
08/30/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Soil and Waste pH
Started
08/22/00, 09:00
7.96 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed
08/22/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started
08/24/00 08:48
48.0 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed
08/24/00 by LMB at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started
08/29/00 15:00 88.7
8,550 mg/Kg Dry.
EPA 351.2
Analyzed
08/31/00 by MTT at BRI - Burlington
Aluminum in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 7.2
5,720 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
08/31/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 0.73
0.80 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed
08/28/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 0.029
0.29 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 14
4,710 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
08/31/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Copper in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 1.4
85 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 0.14
11 mg/Kg Dry
• SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Burlin'ton - Corporate Offices Page 1 Eden
1302 l3elmont Strect • l3urlingtoo, NC 27215-6935 370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALABS International

NUDES Analyses, Aquatic Toxicity Testing, Field Services,
{ ka f Infrastructure Evaluation, Chemical I roducl Environmental Assessments,
t
}, � Toxicity Reduction Evaluations
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RESEARCH
(OH536-001 continued)
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Magnesium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 14
974 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
08/31/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Mercury in Solid by FIAS
Started
08/24/00 09:55 0.14
0.41 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
08/31/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050BStarted
08/22/00 13:35 0.36
3.3 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 1.4
3.8 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 72
1,060 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
08/31/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 0.22
0.61 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by ICP - Prep. 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 14
691 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
08/31/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
08/22/00 13:35 3.6
ho7 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
08/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
08/31/00 18:00 0
0.86 T. Nitro
Calculation
Analyzed
08/31/00 by PMT at BRI - Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: #85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: #001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
SC Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NCO0137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
Burlington - Corporate Offices
1302 13elmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
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Eden
370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALABS International

Ktl6t1VCU HUU L 0 ""
Report Number
00-231-0152 Page:1
Account Number
14947
Send To:
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GR
ATTN: PAUL SPENCER
3200 20TH AVE SE
NEWTON, NC 28658
Client:
Lab No Sample Id
68134 SAMPLE 1 COMPOST
A&L Analytical Laboratories, Inc. ��■■
htt&m
411 North Third St. Memphis, TN 38105• Phone [phone]• Fax [phone]
The One Source.
REPORT OF ANALYSIS
Salmonella (Dry Weight
Basis) (MPN/4g)
NONE DETECTED
Comments:
METHOD USED: Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 18th Edition, American
Public Health Association, Washington, D.C., 1992.
Purchase Order: 10871
Report Date: 08/24/2000
Date received: 8/18/00

Bi - MONTHLY CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
The Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP) system for
treatment of and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This section states that USFOS and the Consortium
have utilized Class A Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to display
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32 (a)(7) and in continuity with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Based upon site specific monitoring and operation data of the biosolids USFOS submits the following
information for the months of September and October 2000 . This shows compliance with Alternative
A5 of 40 CFR Part 503.32, 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), and 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative A5 WPM
TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.32 Minimum - 55 deg. for 3 consecutive days.
Regional Compost Facility — 67.4 deg.0 for 3.42 consecutive days. (Please See Operation Summary
Report page 8).
PATHOGEN KILL - 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) - Salmonella - Limit 4 (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis.
Regional Compost Facility Salmonella Results - N/ID (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis. Fecal Coliform -
NA (Please See Report of Analysis for lab data).
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen requirements in 40 CPR Part
503.32(a)(7) have been met. This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that flee pathogen reduction requirements
have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayne &rroll
Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
TIME & TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) Minimum - 14 days above 40 deg. C and the
average temperature at or above 45 deg. C.
Regional Compost Facility - 65.8 deg. C for approximately 23.9 days. (Please see Operation Summary
Report, page 8)
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A Vector Attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.33(b)(5) have been met. This determination has been made raider my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the vector attraction reduction
requirements have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayne C rroll
PFRP Certification Statement
"I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attadnments were prepared under my direction and supervision in accordance
with the system designed that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the available information. The information is,
to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violation."
Undersigned.
wGuf'Y� �vr-J"�P
Wayne Carroll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Ave., SE
Newton NC 28658
(828) 465 - 1401
Date Signed:
/A - /y - 0(

I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
ANALYTICAL REPORT
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer
SAMPLE DESC: DEC. MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: SLUDGE, GRAB
COLLECTED: 12/12/00 09:45 SITE: Compost
WORK ORDER #:
OL382-001
RECEIVED:
12/13/00
REPORTED:
01/12/01
PO NUMBER: CREDIT CARD
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOIL RESULT
Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/19/00 22:55 683
5,125 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed
12/19/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Nitrate/Nitrite, Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/27/00 17:02 6.3
11.9 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 353.1
Analyzed
12/27/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started
12/22/00 08:50 763
2,130 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 365.4
Analyzed
12/28/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Soil and Waste pH
Started
12/18/00 11:00
7.68 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed
12/18/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started
12/18/00 11:00
60.8 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed
12/19/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/21/00 08:50 1,500
7,600 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 351.2
Analyzed
12/26/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Aluminum in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 7.6
5,410 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
01/11/01 by RTW at BRI -Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.74
<0.74 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed
12/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.031
0.67 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solids by Flame - Prep 3010A
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
1,970 mg/Kg dry
SW846-7140
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Copper in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 1.5
146 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.15
11 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Page 1
1302 Belmont Street, Burlington, NC 27215-6935 TEL.[phone] FAX [phone]

I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
(OL382-001 continued)
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Magnesium in Solid by Flame -Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
1,160 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7450
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Mercury in Solid by FIAS
Started
12/20/00 10:20 0.12
0.39 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
12/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 305OBStarted
12/15/00 11:00 0.38
4.8 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 1.5
8.4 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by Flame -Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
1,050 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7610
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.23
1.1 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Silver in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.0076
12 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by Flame - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
713 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7770
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 3.8
301 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
12/30/00 12:00 0
0.7 %T.Nitro
Calculation
Analyzed
12/30/00 by PMT at BRI - Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: #85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: #001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
SC Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NCO0137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
Page 2
1302 Belmont Street, Burlington, NC 27215-6935 TEL.[phone] FAX [phone]

Report Number
00-294-0153 Page: 1
Account Number
14947
Send To:
U.S. FILTER
ATTN: PAUL SPENCER
3200 20TH AVE SE
NEWTON, NC 28658
Client:
Lab No Sample Id
60119 COMPOST 10/20/00
Comments:
} ` A&L Analytical Laboratories, Inc.
411 North Third St. Memphis, TN 38105 • Phone [phone]• Fax [phone]
The One Source.
Purchase Order:10898
Report Date: 10/26/2000
REPORT OF ANALYSIS Date received : 10/20/2000
Salmonella (Dry Weight
Basis) (MPN/4g)
NONE DETECTED

a
Ili - MONTHLY CERTIFICATION STATEMENTS
The Regional Compost Facility is a "Process To Further Reduce Pathogens" (PFRP) system for
treatment of and beneficial use of dewatered biosolids. This section states that USFOS and the Consortium
have utilized Class A Pathogen Reduction using Alternative A5 - PFRP via Composting to display
compliance with 40 CFR Part 503.32 (a)(7) and in continuity with 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Based upon site specific monitoring and operation data of the biosolids USFOS submits the following
information for the months of November and December 2000 . This shows `compliance with
Alternative A5 of 40 CFR Part 503.32, 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7), and 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5).
Pathogen Reduction Requirements - Alternative A5 (PFRP)
TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.32 Minimum - 55 deg. for 3 consecutive days.
Regional Compost Facility — 63.4 deg.0 for 4.2 consecutive days. (Please See Operation Summary
Report page 8).
PATHOGEN KILL - 40 CFR Part 503.32(a)(7) - Salmonella - Limit 4 (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis.
Regional Compost Facility Salmonella Results - N/D (MPN/4g) Dry Weight Basis. Fecal Coliform -
NA (Please See Report of Analysis for lab data).
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A pathogen requirements in 40 CPR Part
503.32(a)(7) have been met. Ibis determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the pathogen reduction requirements
have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Underrsigned. n
eC oiy a
Wayne Itarroll
Project Manager
Vector Attraction Reduction - Option 5
TIME & TEMPERATURE - 40 CFR Part 503.33(b)(5) Minimum - 14 days above 40 deg. C and the
average temperature at or above 45 deg. C.
Regional Compost Facility - 59.3 deg. C for approximately 29.7 days . (Please see Operation Summary
Report, page 8)
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT - `I certify under penalty of law, that the Class A Vector Attraction requirements in 40 CFR Part
503.33(b)(5) have been met. This determination has been made under my direction and supervision in accordance with the system designed
to ensure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information used to determine that the vector attraction reduction
requirements have been met. I am aware that there are significant penalties for false certification including fine and imprisonment. "
Undersigned.
Wayne Car oll
PFRP Certification Statement
"I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction and supervision in accordance
with the system designed that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based upon my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system or those persons directly responsible for gathering the available information. The information is,
to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fine and imprisonment for knowing violation."
Undersigned. Date Signed:
Wayne C rroll
USFOS Project Manager
Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Ave., SE
Newton NC 28658
(828) 465 - 1401

NPI)GS Analyses, Aquatic lMicily Testing, Field Services,
®R�
InlrasUucturc livaluation, Chemical Product Fiwironntental Assessments,
'li)xicity Raluction Lvaluations
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F.—iEAR CH
ANALYTICAL REPORT
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer
SAMPLE DESC: DEC. MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: SLUDGE, GRAB
COLLECTED: 12/12/00 09:45 SITE: Compost
WORK ORDER #:
OL382-001
RECEIVED:
12/13/00
REPORTED:
12/31/00
PO NUMBER: CREDIT CARD
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/19/00 22:55 683
5,125 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed
12/19/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Nitrate/Nitrite, Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/27/00 17:02 6.3
11.9 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 353.1
Analyzed
12/27/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started
12/22/00 08:50 763
2,130 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 365.4
Analyzed
12/28/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Soil and Waste pH
Started
12/18/00 11:00
7.68 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed
12/18/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started
12/18/00 11:00
60.8 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed
12/19/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/21/00 08:50 6,250
73,100 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 351.2
Analyzed
12/26/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.74
<0.74 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed
12/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050E
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.031
0.67 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solids by Flame - Prep 3010A
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
1,970 mg/Kg dry
SW846-7140
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTw at BRI - Burlington
Copper in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 1.5
146 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.15
11 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Magnesium in Solid by Flame -Prep 3050B ,
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
1,160 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7450
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
liurlin-ton - Corporate Offices Page I E den
'.102 liclmont Street • llmlinhton, NC. 27215-6935 370 W Mcadow (load • Edcn, NC 27288
Phone (336) 570-•1661 • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALMS International

�Jg NPDES Analyses, Aquatic "li)xicity-Icsting, Field Services,
lnfraStl'UCIUrC [;valuation, Chemical PrOCIUCt Frivironmcntal Assessments,
i' IRy Toxicity Reduction Evaluations
E LINGTON
F.__jEARCH
(OL382-001 continued)
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Mercury in Solid by FIAS
Started
12/20/00 10:20 0.12
0.39 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
12/22/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 305OBStarted
12/15/00 11:00 0.38
4.8 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 1.5
8.4 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by Flame -Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
1,050 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7610
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.23
1.1 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Silver in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 0.0076
12 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by Flame - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 15
713 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7770
Analyzed
12/29/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
12/15/00 11:00 3.8
301 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
12/20/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
12/30/00 12:00 0
7.3 %T.Nitro
Calculation
Analyzed
12/30/00 by PMT at BRI - Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: /l85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: /l001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
SC Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NCO0137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
13urlin,'lon - Corporate (.)Iliccs Page 2
1302 liclniont Street • 13orlington, NC 27215-6935
I'honc [phone] • fax (336) 570-•1698
Eden
370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
I'hone (336) 623-892I • fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMAI-AI3S International

r f NPDES Analyses, Aquatic Toxicity Testing, Field Services,
Infrastructure Evaluation, Chemical Product Environmental Assessments,
Toxicity Reduction Evaluations
ILINGTON
hcSEARCH
ANALYTICAL REPORT `
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer
SAMPLE DESC: OCT MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: WASTEWATER, SLUDGE
COLLECTED: 10/19/00 10:30 SITE: Compost
WORK ORDER #: OJ639-001
RECEIVED: 10/20/00
REPORTED: 12/14/00
PO NUMBER: 10897
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOIL RESULT
*a' Ammonia Nitrogen - Solid
Started
12/07/00 07:40 157
2,139 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 350.1
Analyzed
12/07/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
* * Sample analyzed out of hold time
** Nitrate/Nitrite, Nitrogen - Solid
Started
11/20/00 11:30 15.7
24.8 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 353.1
Analyzed
11/20/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
** Sample analyzed out of hold time
'k* Phosphorus, Total - Solid
Started
11/26/00 13:48 392
986 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 365.4
Analyzed
11/26/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
** Sample analyzed out of hold time
Soil and Waste pH
Started
11/02/00 16:00
7.85 SU
SW846-9045
Analyzed
11/02/00 by RAW at BRI - Burlington
Solids, Total (as %)
Started
10/23/00 15:40
63.8 %
EPA 160.3
Analyzed
10/24/00 by LMB at BRI - Burlington
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen - Solid
Started
11/03/00 08:50 1,567
10,276 mg/Kg Dry
EPA 351.2
Analyzed
12/12/00 by JBS at BRI - Burlington
Aluminum in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 12:00 7.4
7,820 mg/Kg Dry
SW846=6010B
Analyzed
11/05/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Arsenic in Solid by GF - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 0.8
1.1 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7060A
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Cadmium in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 0.019
0.88 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Calcium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 12:00 15
11,400 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
11/05/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Burlington - Corporate Offices Page 1 Eden
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALABS International

Amim'il'
NPDES Analyses, Aquatic Toxicity Testing, Field Services,
Infrastructure Evaluation, Chemical Product Environmental Assessments,
Toxicity Reduction Evaluations
ILINGTON
,.� SEARCH
(OJ639-001 continued)
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MQL RESULT
Copper in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 1.5
123 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Lead in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 0.15
15 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Magnesium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started .
11/02/00 12:00 15
1,600 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
11/05/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Mercury in Solid by FIAS
Started
11/03/00 11:45 0.14
0.45 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-7471A
Analyzed
11/06/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Molybdenum in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050BStarted
I1/02/00 14:45 0.37
1.4 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Nickel in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 1.5
7.0 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Potassium in Solid by ICP - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 12:00 74
1,070 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
11/05/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Selenium in Solid by ICPMS-Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 0.22
0.62 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Sodium in Solid by ICP - Prep. 3050B
Started
11/02/00 12:00 15
740 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6010B
Analyzed
11/05/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Zinc. in Solid by ICPMS - Prep 3050B
Started
11/02/00 14:45 3.7
316 mg/Kg Dry
SW846-6020
Analyzed
11/04/00 by RTW at BRI - Burlington
Plant Available Nitrogen
Started
0
1.0% T. Nitro
Calculation
Analyzed
by at BRI -Burlington
MQL = Minimum Quantitation
Limit
Certifications:
BRI - Burlington
NC Chemistry: #85, Biomonitoring: #002, Drinking Water: #37743, Radiation License: #001-0904-OG
VA SWCB ID: #000061, Drinking Water: #00018
+C Laboratory ID: #99042
EPA Chemistry Lab ID: NCO0137, Bioassay Lab ID: NC2721500
Burlington - Corporate Offices Page 2 Eden
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935 370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone] Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMALABS International

Report Number hn m A&L Analytical Laboratories, Inc.
00-349-0154 Page: 1 411 North Third St. Memphis, TN 381050 Phone [phone]• Fax [phone]
Account Number The one Source.
14947
Send To:
U.S. FILTER
ATTN: PAUL SPENCER
3200 20TH AVE SE
NEWTON, ` NC 28658
Client :
Lab No Sample Id
61167 COMPOST
Comments:
PLEASE FAX TO: 828-465-4115
REPORT OF ANALYSIS
Salmonella (Dry Weight
Basis) (MPN/4g)
NONE DETECTED
Purchase Order: CREDIT CARD
Report Date: 12/19/2000
Date received : 12/14/2000

TCLP
ANALYTICAL REPORT

R75114som
NPDES Analyses, Aquatic Toxicity Testing, field Services,
Infrastructure Evaluation, Chemical Product Environmental Assessments,
Toxicity Reduction Evaluations
'f
E LI NGrTO N'
Fit 6EAR'C.H
ANALYTICAL REPORT `
CUSTOMER: U.S. Filter
REPORT TO: Mr. Paul Spencer
SAMPLE DESC: OCT MONITORING
SAMPLE TYPE: WASTEWATER, GRAB
COLLECTED: 10/30/00 11:15 SITE: Compost
WORK ORDER #: OK014-001
RECEIVED: 10/31/00
REPORTED: 11/16/00
PO NUMBER: 10899
PARAMETER DATE/TIME/ANALYST MOL RESULT
TCLP Metals and Organics Started 11/09/00 00:00 Attached
Analyzed 11/11/00 by SLI at See attached
MQL = Minimum Quantitation Limit
Certifications:
Burlington - Corporate Offices Page 1
1302 Belmont Street • Burlington, NC 27215-6935
Phone [phone] • fax [phone]
Eden
370 W. Meadow Road • Eden, NC 27288
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
A Subsidiary of SIMAL.ABS International

I N T E R N A T 1 0 N A L
ANALYTICAL RESULTS Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2000
Client:
SIMALABS International / Burlington Res Client Project: OK014 ✓ OK032 / OK076
Work Order: ME0011038
Client Sample ID:
OK014-001 SIMALABS ID: ME0011038-01A
Sample Description:
OK014-001
Sample Matrix:
Solid
Collection Date:
10/30/00
Date Received.
11/03/00
Samp Reporting Date
Analyses Type Result Limit Qual Units DF Analyzed
HERBICIDES, TCLP LEACHED Method: SW131118150 Prep Date: 11/10/00 Analyst: JLN
2,4-D
A
ND
0.002
mg/L
1
11/13/00
2,4,5-TP (Silvex)
A
ND
0.002
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Sum- DCAA
S
14
10-150
% REC
1
11/13/00
MERCURY, TCLP LEACHED
Method: SW7470
Prep Date: 1119100
Analyst: DRJ
Mercury
I A I ND 0.001
mg/L 11
11/09/00
TCLP METALS BY ICP
Method: SW131116010B
Prep Date: 11/9100
Analyst: JEK
Arsenic
A
ND
0.2
mg/L
1
11/11/00
Barium
A
ND
0.5
mg/L
1
11/11/00
Cadmium
A
ND
0.01
mg/L
1
11/11/00
Chromium
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/11/00
Lead
A
ND
0,05
mg/L
1
11/11/00
Selenium
A
ND
0.2
mg/ L
1
11/11/00
Silver
A
ND
0.01
mg/L
1
11/11/00
PESTICIDES, TCLP LEACHED Method: SW131118080A Prep Date: 11/10/00 Analyst: JLN
Chlordane
A
ND
0.0057
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Endrin
A
ND
0.0011
mg/L
1
11/13/00
gamma-BHC
A
ND
0.0011
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Heptachlor
A
ND
0.0011
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Heptachlor epoxide
A
ND
0.0011
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Methoxychlor
A
ND
0.057
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Toxaphene
A
ND
0.057
mg/L
1
11/13/00
Surr: Decachlorobiphenyl
S
40
50-150
S
% REC
1
11/13/00
Surr. Tetrachloro-rn-xylene
S
60
50-150
% REC
1
11/13/00
Samp Type: A - Analyte, S - Surrogate, 1 - Internal Standard DF - Dilution Factor
Qual: ND - Not Detected at the Reporting Limit S - Spike recovery outside recovery limits I -Matrix Interference
B - Detected in the associated Method Blank SD - Value diluted out
- Exceeds Maximum Contaminant Level R - RPD outside accepted recovery limits
E - Value above quantization range
250 West 84th Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410 TEL.[phone] TEL.[phone] FAX [phone]

I N T E R N A T I O N A L
ANALYTICAL RESULTS Date: Wednesday, November 15, 2000
Client:
SIMALABS International / Burlington Res Client Project: OK014 / OK032 / OK076
Work Order: ME0011038
Client Sample ID:
OK014-001 SIMALABS ID: ME0011038-01A
Sample Description:
OK014-001
Sample Matrix:
Solid
Collection Date:
10/30/00
Date Received:
11/03/00
Samp Reporting Date
Analyses Type Result Limit Qual Units Dl+ Analyzed
SEMIVOLATILES, TCLP LEACHED Method: SW131118270C Prep Date: 1119/00 Analyst: NT
1,4-Dichlorobenzene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
2,4,5-Trichlorophenol
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
2,4-Dinitrotoluene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
2-Methylphenol
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
3/4-Methylphenol
A
0.061
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Hexachlorobenzene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Hexachlorobutadiene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Hexachloroethane
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Nitrobenzene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Pentachlorophenoi
A
ND
0.25
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Pyridine
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Total Cresols
A
0.061
0.05
mg/L
1
11/10/00
Surr: 1,2-Dichlorobenzene-d4
S
46
20-120
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr: 2,4,6-Tribromophenol
S
74
10-123
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr: 2-Chlorophenol-d4
S
80
10-120
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr. 2-Fluorobiphenyl
S
61
43-116
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr. 2-Fluorophenol
S
40
21-100
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr: Nitrobenzene-d5
S
52
35-114
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr. Phenol-d5
S
48
10-94
% REC
1
11/10/00
Surr. Terphenyl-d14
S
751
33-141
% REC
1
11/10/00
Samp Type: A - Analyte, S - Surrogate, I - Internal Standard DF - Dilution Factor
Qual: ND - Not Detected at the Reporting Limit S - Spike recovery outside recovery limits I -Matrix Interference
B - Detected in the associated Method Blank SD - Value diluted out
• - Exceeds Maximum Contaminant Level R - RFD outside accepted recovery limits
E - Value above quantitation range 2 f 8
250 West 84th Drive, Merrillville, IN 46410 TEL.[phone] TEL.[phone] FAX [phone]

I N T E R N A T I O N A L
ANALYTICAL RESULTS Date: Wednesday, November IS, 2000
Client:
SIMALABS International / Burlington Res , Client Project: OK0144 OK032 / OK076
Work Order: ME0011038
Client Sample ID:
OK014-001 SIMALABS ID: ME00I 1038-OIA
Sample Description:
OK014-001
Sample Matrix:
Solid
Collection Date:
10/30/00
Date Received.
11/03/00
Samp Reporting Date
Analyses Type Result Limit Qual Units DF Analyzed
VOLATILES, TCLP LEACHED Method: SW1311/8260B Prep Date: Analyst: CLR
Benzene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
2-Butanone
A
ND
0.1
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Carbon tetrachloride
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Chlorobenzene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Chloroform
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
1,1-Dichloroethene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
1,2-Dichloroethane
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
1,4-Dichlorobenzene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Tetrachloroethene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Trichloroethene
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Vinyl chloride
A
ND
0.05
mg/L
10
11/14/00
Surr: 4-Bromofluorobenzene
S
91
86-115
% REC
10
11/14/00
Surr: Dibromofluoromethane
S
88
86-118
% REC
10
11/14/00
Surr: Toluene-d8
S
101
88-110
% REC
10
11/14/00
Surr: 1,2-Dichloroethane-d4
S
94
80-120
% REC
10
11/14/00
Sarnp Type: A - Analyte, S - Surrogate, I - Internal Standard Dr - Dilution Factor
Qual: ND - Not Detected at the Reporting Limit S - Spike recovery outside recovery limits 1 -Matrix Interference
B - Detected in the associated Mcthod Blank SD - Value diluted out
• - Exceeds Maximum Contaminant Level R - RPD outside accepted recovery limits
E - Value above quantitation range 3 of 8
250 West 84th Drive, N'lerrillvillc, IN 46410 TEL.[phone] TEL.[phone] FAX [phone]

EXHIBIT 2
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA
OPERATIONS SUMMARY REPORT

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USFILTER OPERATING SERVICES
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY - HICKORY NC
OPERATIONS SUMMARY- CONTRACT YEAR 2000
page 5
AMENDMENT HANDLING
WOOD AMENDMENTS
DRYING AGENT
AMENDMENT RECIPE
DATE
TRUCKS
MASS
SOLIDS
DENSITY
VOLUME
TRUCKS
MASS
SOLIDS
I DENSITY
VOLUM
DISCHARGE
MASS
SOLIDS
DENSITY
VOLUME
No.
I WT
I %TS
Iblft3
yd3
No.
WT
%TS
Ibtft3
yd3
hours
DT
%TS
Ibfft3
yd3
i
Jan-00 i
22
373.00
57.3
18.1
1,526
0
121.0
210
59.5
17.1
1531
Feb-00 i
27
446.00
61.3
17.1
1,932
5
87
96.6
14.5
446
162.0
318
65.6
16.2
2236
Mar-00 i
31
573.00
66.4
16.4
2,588
9
110
85.6
15.3
532
i 146.0
287
69.3
16.3
2279
Apr-00
28
485.00
62.0
18.2
1,974
8
84
92.9
15.6
399
115.0
285
67.6
16.6
1884
May-00 i
30
585.00
65.8
17.1
2,534
8
86
91.6
13.8
462
219.0
393
70.0
17.2
2408
Jun-00
36
807.00
67.0
15.3
3,907
11
129
92.4
14.9
641
168.0
528
69.8
16.5
3479
Jul-00
36
735.00
64.8
15.5
3,513
3
49
88.2
15.0
242
134.0
341
68.1
16.5
2281
Aug-00 i
34
735.00
66.8
16.0
3,403
2
38
94.3
14.4
195
i 160.0
442
69.0
17.4
2742
Sep-00
28
577.00
66.6
16.3
2,622
8
110
91.6
14.5
562
i 140.0
339
70.8
16.3
2206
Oct-00
32
677.00
67.6
16.4
3,058
5
43
94.4
14.3
223
i 131.0
330
72.1
16.1
2116
Nov-00 i
19
417.00
66.4
16.4
1,883
4
12
90.9
15.0
59
117.0
273
75.3
15.0
1801
Dec-00 i
21
455.00
66.2
15.5
2,174
2
14
92.3
15.0
69
114.0
244
68.1
14.6
1840
TOTAL !
344
6865.00
31.115
65
762
3,830
i
3,990
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BIOSOLIDS DEWATERING
BLENDED BIOSOLIDS
BELT FILTER PRESSES
DEWATERED SOLIDS
DATE
FEED
SOLIDS
MASS
MASS
AMENDMNT
SERVICE
POLYMER
POLYMER
DOSAGE
COST
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gallons
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hours
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Ibs
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%TS
%TS
m IL
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Jan-00
1,239,500
3.8
198.5
5,169
459
121.0
60,000
1,250
6.3
8.19
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26.9
27.1
99.5
Feb-00
i 1,650,500
3.8
261.5
6.883
671
162.1
78,100
1,628
6.2
8.09
! 28.6
27.1
27.9
99.5
Mar-00
! 1,531.500
3.7
236.3
6,386
684
145.9
70,300
1,466
6.3
8.20
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29.4
29.6
99.5
Apr-00
1,460.000
3.4
207.0
6,088
565
115.0
58,500
1,220
6.0
7.80
i 30.2
31.9
31.0 `
99.5
May-00
i 2,084,500
3.5
304.2
8,692
387
102.0
74,000
1,547
5.1
6.61
25.5
29.1
27.3
99.5
Jun-00
2,078,500
3.3
286.0
8,667
972
i 168.5
98,900
2,062
7.7
9.50
f 20.4
21.6
21.0
99.5
Jul-00
1,771.500
3.3
246.7
7,387
456
133.6
63,400
1,322
5.5
7.10
j 27.5
28.1
27.8
99.5
Aug-00
2,054,800
3.3
282.8
8,569
823
i 159.5
82,100
1,712
6.1
7.93
i 29.7
29.7
29.7
99.5
Sep-00
1,838,500
3.5
268.3
7,667
662
139.8
83,900
1,749
6.7
8.71
i 28.6
29.0
28.8
99.5
Oct-00
1,826,500
3.4
259.0
7,617
635
131.0
82,900
1,728
6.7
8.71
27.7
27.3
27.5
99.5
Nov-00
1,477,500
3.4
209.5
6,161
540
116.5
69,500
1,449
7.1
9.23
j 27.9
27.9
27.9
99.5
Dec-00
1,338,400
3.4
189.8
5,581
552
112.1
50,600
1.055
5.9
7.67
i 27.2
26.5
26.8
99.5
TOTAL
20,351,700
2.950
7,406
1,607
872,200
18,188
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1,695,975
3.5
245.8
7,072
617
134
72,683
1,516
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IN -VESSEL 131OSOLIDS COMPOSTING
TUNNEL REACTOR NO. 1
DATE
PUSHES
SRT
AIRFLOW
TEMP 1
TEMP 2
TEMP 3
TEMP 4
TEMP 5
TEMP 6
TEMP 7
TEMP AVG
PFRP
VAR
DISCHRG
SOLIDS
No.
days
cfm
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
d3
%TS
Jan-00
54.0
23.0
4,389
59.2
64.7
64.6
57.3
60.1
61.3
57.0
60.6
62.4
61.2
567
49.7
Feb-00
68.0
22.7
4,685 i
66.8
67.4
63.8
65.0
64.7
63.3
63.8
65.0
66.4
65.2
714
47.7
Mar-00 i
70.0
26.3
4,677
66.6
64.2
66.4
60.6
61.0
61.0
56.7
62.3
66.3
63.3
735
52.0
Apr-00
57.0
26.6
4,916 i
65.2
65.6
64.6
56.0
52.7
58.4
50.7
59.1
64.2
60.4
567
55.2
May-00 i
58.0
19.4
4,702
55.8
64.9
68.0
63.9
62.1
64.6
60.7
62.9
63.5
63.2
609
55.5
Jun-00
69.0
18.4
4,714
63.2
65.7
66.7
61.7
58.7
62.6
57.0
62.2
63.2
63.1
725
58.4
Jul-00
57.0
26.2
4,575
60.1
63.1
64.8
59.1
57.2
58.2
52.1
59.6
62.7
60.4
599
59.5
Aug-00
57.0
24.0
4,619
61.0
64.6
69.9
59.8
54.2
55.7
54.4
59.9
65.4
60.9
599
59.2
Sep-00
53.0
25.2
4,568
64.8
66.8
68.7
59.4
58.4
61.6
54.2
62.0
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63.3
557
57.7
Oct-00
55.0
25.9
4,550
66.3
62.8
70.1
66.0
63.0
64.0
59.5
64.5
66.5
65.4
578
58.5
Nov-00
45.0
30.1
4,437
66.7
59.2
63.1
53.2
53.3
57.3
51.4
57.7
62.6
58.8
473
56.8
Dec-00
42.0
28.5
4,772
55.8
57.3
65.0
54.7
61.4
56.4
49.4
56.6
62.5
57.8
441
57.5
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685.0
7,161
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57.1
24.6
4,634
62.6
63.9
66.3
59.7
58.9
60.4
55.6
61.0
64.4
61.9
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IN -VESSEL BIOSOLIDS COMPOSTING
TUNNEL REACTOR NO. 2
DATE
PUSHES
SRT
AIRFLOW
TEMP 1
TEMP 2
TEMP 3
TEMP 4
TEMP 5
TEMP 6
TEMP 7
TEMP AVG
PFRP
VAR
DISCHRG
SOLIDS
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days
cfm
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
deg. C
yd3
%TS
Jan-00
54
23.2
4,267 !
63.7
64.2
65.1
59.2
58.5
61.8
58.6
61.6 i
62.2
62.1
567
48.9
Feb-00
73
22.1
4,600
60.0
64.7
64.6
63.9
62.9
64.0
65.0
64.6
67.2
63.3
767
46.7
Mar-00
75
25.1
4,570
66.6
71.1
73.1
69.5
66.3
65.9
62.2
67.9 i
69.8
68.8
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53.4
Apr-00
58
26.3
4,774 i
63.6
69.6
71.7
65.1
62.0
67.7
61.6
65.9
67.1
66.6
620
55.1
May-00
61
18.6
4,541
66.3
71.6
70.7
65.9
66.9
67.6
66.0
67.9
68.8
68.2
641
53.9
Jun-00
72
18.8
4,514
65.5
69.1
71.0
64.0
63.6
64.7
64.2
66.0
66.9
66.3
756
57.6
Jul-00
56
25.6
4,450 i
60.8
67.2
72.9
68.2
63.3
62.3
56.8
64.5
68.4
66.8
588
56.6
Aug-00
i 60
24.0
4,517
61.4
68.3
72.5
67.3
63.8
64.6
61.0
65.5 I
68.2
66.3
630
58.4
Sep-00
56
25.3
4,610 I
64.9
69.6
70.8
66.6
64.2
61.9
57.2
65.0
69.9
66.2
588
57.6
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55
25.2
4,709 i
59.5
72.1
72.4
69.2
60.9
69.4
65.2
66.9 j
68.6
67.2
578
57.5
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48
31.7
4,495
64.2
66.1
68.0
58.4
57.2
63.8
57.6
62.2 ,
64.8
62.9
504
58.7
Dec-00
43
27.6
4,711
65.2
63.9
66.1
58.9
52.1
58.1
48.6
57.7
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58.7
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i 711
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4.563 f
63.5
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ODOR CONTROL SYSTEMS
PRETREATMENT
MAPCO ODOR SCRUBBERS
TOTAL ODOR SCRUBBERS
EFFLUENT DATA
DATE
ACID
BLEACH
I CAUSTIC
CHEM111 I-SICHEMICALS1
ACID
BLEACH
I CAUSTIC
CHEMICALS
CHEMICALS
FLOW
pH
d
d
g d
$/d
$/DT
d
g d
d
$/d
$/DT
S.U.
Jan-00 1
25
400
174
$418
$1.72
626
2,601
1,023
$2,872
i
$14.47 i
2.880,000
6.88
Feb-00 i
26
249
99
$248
$0.84
647
2,149
1,300
$2,792
$10.68
3.656,000
6.87
Mar-00 ?
25
400
124
$359
$1.34
574
2,300
1,624
$3,288
$13.91
4,061,000
6.83
Apr-00 i
24
300
126
$298
$1.21
600
2,551
1,077
$2,685
$12.97 f
4,249,000
6.89
May-00
25
400
149
$378
$1.21
574
2,300
1,200
$2.756
$9.06
3,281,000
6.51
Jun-00 i
25
501
99
$403
$1.34
625
2,100
999
$2,521
$8.82
4,425,000
7.10
Jul-00 i
25
601
99
$499
$1.98
425
2,402
948
$2,552
$10.34 ?
3,421,000
7.25
Aug-00 i
0
651
149
$514
$1.69
425
2,651
1,250
$2,896
$10.24
3,852,000
7.52
Sep-00 i
0
600
126
$465
$1.66
399
2,610
1,077
$2,723
$10.15 i
3.474,900
7.45
Oct-00 !
0
499
149
$420
$1.63
549
2,499
1,349
$2.970
$11.47 i
3,287,600
7.41
Nov-00
0
501
126
$404
$1.91
600
2,400
1,026
$2,708
$12.93 I
3,086.000
7.34
Dec-00 i
0
400
99
$321
$1.61
601
2,499
700
$2,529
$9.00
2.872,000
7.26
TOTAL!
175
5,502
1,519
$4,728
6,645
29,062
13,573
$33,291
42,545,500
AVG. i
15
459
127
$394
$1.51
554
2,422
1,131
$2,774
$11.17
3,545,458
7.11
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OPERATIONS SUMMARY- CONTRACT YEAR 2000
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CONSORTIUM OWNERSHIP ri UTILIZATION
CITY OF HICKORY
CITY OF NEWTON
CITY OF CONOVER
DATE
OWNERSHIP
CAPACITY
LOADING
USAGE
CAPACITY OWNERSHIP
CAPACITY I
LOADING
USAGE
CAPACITY
OWNERSHIP
CAPACITY
LOADING
USAGE
CAPACITY
%
DT/d
DT/dy
%
%
%
DTId
DT/dy
%
%
I %
DT/d
I DT/dy
%
%
Jan-00 i
57.0%
11.40
11.10
97.4%
55.5%
18.0%
3.60
0.00
0.0%
0.0%
( 11.0%
2.20
0.89
40.5%
4.5%
Feb-00 i
57.0%
11.40
12.53
109.9%
62.7%
18.0%
3.60
0.00
0.0%
0.0%
11.0%
2.20
0.99
45.0%
5.0%
Mar-00 i
57.0%
11.40
10.30
90.4%
51.5%
18.0%
3.60
0.25
6.9%
1.3%
i 11.0%
2.20
0.94
42.7%
4.7%
Apr-00
57.0%
11.40
9.82
86.1 %
49.1 %
18.0%
3.60
1.39
38.6%
7.0%
j 11.0%
2.20
0.61
27.7%
3.1 %
May-00
57.0%
11.40
11.69
102.5%
58.5%
18.0%
3.60
1.07
29.7%
5.4%
11.0%
2.20
0.92
41.8%
4.6%
Jun-00 ;
57.0%
11.40
11.77
103.2%
58.9%
18.0%
3.60
1.02
28.3%
5.1%
11.0%
2.20
0.78
35.5%
3.9%
Jul-00
66.0%
13.20
9.68
73.3%
48.4%
9.0%
1.80
2.17
120.6%
10.9%
11.0%
2.20
0.44
20.0%
2.2%
Aug-00 i
66.0%
13.20
9.50
72.0%
47.5%
9.0%
1.80
2.71
150.6%
13.6%
11.0%
2.20
0.69
31.4%
3.5%
Sep-001
66.0%
13.20
10.48
79.4%
52.4%
9.0%
1.80
2.59
143.9%
13.0%
11.0%
2.20
0.55
25.0%
2.8%
Oct-00 i
66.0%
13.20
10.74
81.4%
53.7%
9.0%
1.80
0.00
0.0%
0.0%
11.0%
2.20
0.65
29.5%
3.3%
Nov-00 i
66.0%
13.20
9.34
70.8%
46.7%
9.0%
1.80
0.00
0.0%
0.0%
11.0%
2.20
0.93
42.3%
4.7%
Dec-00 i
66.0%
13.20
9.56
72.4%
47.8%
9.0%
1.80
0.00
0.0%
0.0%
i 11.0%
2.20
0.61
27.7%
3.1 %
TOTAL.
AVG.
61.5%
12.30
10.54
86.6%
52.7%
13.5%
2.70
0.93
43.2%
4.7%
4 11.0%
2.20
0.75
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OPERATIONS SUMMARY- CONTRACT YEAR 2000 ,
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CONSOR71UM UTILIZATION & COSTS
CATAWBA
COUNTY
OPERATING COSTS
DATE OWNERSHI
CAPACITY
LOADING
USAGE
CAPACITY
PSG 08M
AMENDMNT
TOTAL
LOADING
UNIT COST
PROCESSED
UNIT COST
VARIANCE
VARIANCE
%DT/d
DT) d
%
%
$
$
$
DT
$/DT
DT
$IDT
DT
$/DT
1
?
Jan-00 i
14.0%
2.80
0.14
5.0%
0.7%
i $83,514
$8,099
$91,613
242.91
$377
198.5
$462
-44.43
$84 i
Feb-00 i
14.0%
2.80
0.33
11.8%
1.7%
! $78,126
$11,361
$89,487
293.53
$305
261.5
$342
-32.00
$37 i
Mar-00 i
14.0°%
2.80
0.14
5.0°%
0.7%
$83,515
$11,781
$95,296
267.78
$356
236.3
$403
-31.48
$47
Apr-00 i
14.0%
2.80
0.36
12.9%
1.8%
i $80,820
$9,843
$90,663
245.92
$369
207.0
$438
-38.93
$69
May-00 i
14.0%
2.80
0.19
6.8%
1.0%
i $80,820
$17,769
$98,589
313.10
$315
304.2
$324
8.87
$9
Jun-00 i
14.0%
2.80
0.57
20.4%
2.9%
i $80,820
$11,596
$92,416
301.38
$307
286.0
$323
-15.36
$16
Jul-00
14.0%
2.80
0.16
5.7°%
0.8%
i $83,514
$11,613
$95,127
252.44
$377
246.7
$386
-5.71
$9
Aug-00 i•
14.0%
2.80
024
8.6%
12%
i $83,514
$14,785
$98,299
304.93
$322
282.8
$348
-22.17
$25
Sep-00
14.0%
2.80
0.44
15.7%
22%
i $80,820
$11,183
$92,003
281.09
$327
268.3
$343
-12.76
$16
Oct-00 ;
14.0%
2.80
023
82%
12%
$83,514
$10,596
$94,110
257.91
$365
259.0
$363
1.05
($1)
Nov-00 i
14.0%
2.80
027
9.5%
1.3%
i $80,820
$8,375
$89,195
211.41
$422
209.5
$426
1.93
$4
Dec-00 ?
14.0%
2.80
0.31
11.1 %
1.6%
i $83,514
$9,825
$93,339
200.17
$466
189.8
$492
-10.41
$26 i
TOTAL i
i $983,311
$136,826
$1,120,137
3,172.56
2,949.59
AVG.
14.0°%
2.80
028
10.0%
1 A%
i $81,943
$11,402
$93,345
264.38
$359
245.80
$387 1
-18.58
$28

EXHIBIT 3
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA
DISTRIBUTION & UTILIZATION

ANNUAL DISTRIBUTION AND MARKETING / SU :E DISPOSAL CERTIFICATION AND SUMMARY FORM
FACILITY NAME Renional Compost Facility PERMIT # W00004563
Facility Type (please Check One) _ Surface Disposal (complete Part A Sources and Residual IN Volume only) and ParC)
County Catawba
X Distribution and Marketing ( complete Parts A ,B, and C)
WAS THIS FACILITY IN OPERATION DURING THE PAST CALENDAR YEAR 7 X YES NO If no, skip Parts A, B and C and certify form below
PART A*
PART B*
Month
Source(s)
(Include NPDES 9 if applicable)
Volume (dry tons)
Recipient Information
Amendment /
Bulling Agent IN
Residual IN
Product Out
Name (s)
Volume
dry tons
Intended Use (s)
January
210
243
369
See Attached Sheet
369
See Attached Sheet
February
318
294
481
See Attached Sheet
481
See Attached Sheet
March
287
268
483
See Attached Sheet
483
See Attached Sheet
April
285
246
404
See Attached Sheet
404
See Attached Sheet
May
393
313
420
See Attached Sheet
420
See Attached Sheet
June
528
301
531
See Attached Sheet
531
See Attached Sheet
July
341
252
411
See Attached Sheet
411
See Attached Sheet
August
442
305
416
See Attached Sheet
416
See Attached Sheet
September
339
281
388
See Attached Sheet
388
See Attached Sheet
October
330
258
405
See Attached Sheet
405
See Attached Sheet
Novem ber
273
212
324
ISee Attached Sheet
324
See Attached Sheet
Decem ber
244
200
288
See Attached Sheet
288
See Attached Sheet
Totals:
Annual (dry tons)
3,990
3,173
4,920
4,920
Amendments Used: Sawdust
Bulking Agents used: Recycled Compost
If more space is required than given, please use the comment space provided below or attach additional sheet(s) X Check if additional sheet(s) are attached
Comments: Please see attached sheets for (Part B) Names and Intended Uses
PART C
Facility was compliant during calendar year 2000 with all conditions of the permit (including but not limited to items 1-3 below) issued by the
Division of Environmental Management _ X YES _ NO. If NO, please provide a written description why the facility was not compliant.
1. All monitoring was performed in accordance with the permit and reported during the year as required and three (3) copies of certified laboratory results are attached
2. All operations and maintenance requirements were complied with or, in the case of a deviation, prior authorization was received from the Department of Management.
3. No contravention of Ground Water Quality Standards occurred ar a monitoring well.
1 CERTIFY, UNDER PENALTY OF LAW, THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS, TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF, TRUE, ACCURATE AND COMPLETE. I AM AWARE THAT
THERE A IGNIFICANT PENALTI S FOR SUBMITTING FALCSE INFORMATION, INCLUDING THE POSSIBILITY OF FINES AND IMPRISONMENT FOR KNOWING VIOLATIONS."
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MARKETING AND DISTRIBUTION
DATE
NAME
VOLUME
INTENDED USE
Cu/Yds
January-00
Soil Supply
184.0
Top Soil Blending
January-00
Glen Oaks
30.4
Golf Course
January-00
L.T. Lingle
270.4
Landscaping
January-00
Earl Probst
585.0
Agriculture
January-00
Wayne Link
270.0
Agriculture
January Total 1,339.8
February-00
Soil Supply
816.0
Top Soil Blending
February-00
L.T. Lingle
195.2
Landscaping
February-00
Diddly Tree Farm
44.8
Tree Farm
February-00
Arrington Grading Company
56.0
Soil Amendment
February-00
Wayne link
255.0
Agriculture
February-00
Earl Propst
882.0
Agriculture
February-00
David Wilson
135.0
Agriculture
February-00
Phil Arrington
22.5
Agriculture
2/9/00
D&D Lawn Care
6.4
Landscaping
2/11/00
Boyce Whitner
1.6
Home Use
2/15/00
Phil Yount
8.0
Home Use
2/16/00
Kelly Anderson
1.6
Home Use
2/18/00
Barry Sparks
4.0
Home Use
2/23/00
Ronald Church
3.2
Home Use
2/24/00
City of Newton
4.0
Landscaping
2/29100
Bruce Fox
3.2
Home Use
Febura Total 2,438.5
March-00..........
Soil Supply :.:.:.:............
:.:.:.: 811.2:::::::......
Top Soil Blending:::::::...........
March-00
2 Frye's Lawn and Mulch
22.4
Landscaping
March-00
Glen Oaks
185.6
Golf Course
March-00
L T Lingle landscaping
178.4
Landscaping
March-00
Midway Nursery
28.8
Nursery
March-00
Bill Hamby
43.2
Landscaping
March-00
Arrington Grading Company
107.2
Soil Amendment
March-00
Diddly Tree Farm
112.0
Tree farm
March-00
Williams Brothers Grading
41.6
Landscaping
March-00
Wayne Link
165.0
Agriculture
March-00
David Wilson
645.0
Agriculture
March-00
Todd Clonlinger
36.0
Agriculture
March-00
George Willfone
135.0
Agriculture
March-00
Williams Brothers Grading
55.0
Agriculture
3/l/00
Scott Raymond
2.4
Home Use
3/l/00
Tommy Smith
16.0
Home Use
3/2/00
LC Willard
1.6
Home Use
3/2/00
Gary Smith
1.6
Home Use
3/3/00
Paul Green
1.6
Home Use
Marketing and Distribution
Page 1

DATE
NAME
VOLUME
UNTENDED USE
Cu/Yds
3/3/00
Foti Adolph
1.6
Home Use
3/3/00
Scott Raymond
2.4
Home Use
3/3/00
Dan Conaway
1.6
Home Use
3/6/00
Ken Smith
9.6
Homd Use
3/6/00
Bruce Fox
3.2
Home Use
3/6/00
Brenda Smith
1.6
Home Use
3/6/00
Tommy Longfellow
15.0
Home Use
3.8/00
Danny Roseman
4.8
Home Use
3/8/00
Victor Fulbright
1.6
Home Use
3/8/00
Scott Raymond
1.6
Home Use
3/8/00
Eddie Moose
1.6
Home Use
3/9/00
Eddie Moose
1.6
Home Use
3/10/00
Dan Conaway
3.2
Home Use
3/10100
Albert Johnson
1.6
Home Use
3/10/00
Tim Sigmon
1.6
Home Use
3/13/00
Terry Deese
1.6
Home Use
3/13100
Terry Sain
4.8
Home Use
3/14/00
Bruce Fox
3.2
Home Use
3/14/00
Scott Raymond
1.6
Home Use
3115/00
Adrian Hefner
1.6
Home Use
3/15/00
Bill Sigmon
1.6
Home Use
3/15/00
Adrian Hefner
1.6
Home Use
3/16/00
Adrian Hefner
1.6
Home Use
3/16/00
Bryce Hendrick
1.6
Home Use
3/16/00
Bryce Hendrick
1.6
Home Use
3/21/00
Adrian Hefner
1.6
Home Use
3/21/00
Bill Sigmon
1.6
Home Use
3/24/00
Brian Drum
1.6
Home Use
3/24/00
Albert Johnson
1.6
Home Use
3/27/00
Nathan Painter
6.4
Home Use
3/28/00
Ray Hedrick
1.6
Home Use
3/29/00
Adrian Hefner
1.6
Home Use
3/31/00
Ken Smith
4.8
Home Use
3131/00
Larry Sain
1.6
Home Use
March Total
2,685.4
p
Soil Supply :.:.:..
625.0
Top Soil
April-00
2 Frye's Lawn and Mulch
14.4
Landscaping
April-00
Glen Oaks
89.6
Golf Course
April-00
L T Lingle landscaping
313.6
Landscaping
April-00
Midway Nursery
12.8
Nursery
April-00
Blvd Mulch and Stone
14.4
Landscaping
April-00
Cool Springs Mulch and Stone
96.0
Top Soil
April-00
Diddly Tree Farm
33.6
Tree Farm
April-00
Phil Arrington
40.0
Agriculture
April-00
John York
330.0
Agriculture
April-00
Williams Brothers Grading
177.6
Agriculture
4/7/00
Richard Swink
1.6
Home Use
4/7/00
Jerry Cruse
1.6
Home Use
4/7/00
Zane Stillwell
6.4
Home Use
Marketing and Distribution
Page 2

DATE
NAME
VOLUME
Cu/YdS
INTENDED USE
4/10100
Ricky Sigmon
1.6
Home Use
4/10/00
Terry Deese
1.6
Home Use
4/10/00
Jerry Scronce
1.6
Home Use
4/11/00
Dennis Underwood
1.6
Home Use
4/11/00
Susan Underwood
1.6
Home Use
4/17/00
Joe Rudskell
1.6
Home Use
4117100
Jerry Annas
1.6
Home Use
4/18/00
Jim Parola
4.8
Home Use
4/18/00
Dennis Parlier
1.6
Home Use
4/18/00
Allen Robinson
1.6
Home Use
4/20/00
Larry Freeze
1.0
Home Use
4/20/00
Neal Caldwell
1.6
Home Use
4/20/00
Richard Neal
3.2
Home Use
A riI Total
1,781.E
......
May-00
........... .. ...........
Soil Supply
........ ........
777.E
Top -.Soil :.:.:............ .
May-00
2 Frye's Lawn and Mulch
6.4
Landscaping
May-00
Creative Landscaping
12.8
Landscaping
May-00
Cool Springs Mulch and Stone
128.0
Landscaping
May-00
Williams Brothers Grading
12.8
Landscaping
May-00
Riverbend Nursery
12.8
Nursery
May-00
Earl Propst
630.0
Agriculture
May-00
David Wilson
300.0
Agriculture
May-00
John York
495.0
Agriculture
May-00
George Willfone
165.0
Agriculture
5/1/00
John Lail
1.6
Home Use
5/2/00
Richard Neal
3.2
Home Use
5/2/00
Ronals Church
3.2
Home Use
5/2/00
Susan Underwood
1.6
Home Use
5/3/00
Bill Clark
1.6
Home Use
514/00
John Lail
3.2
Home Use
5/12/00
Charles Lusk
1.6
Home Use
5/15/00
John Hill
3.2
Home Use
5/16/00
John Hill
3.2
Home Use
5/19/00
Rita Cline
3.2
Home Use
5/22/00
Richard Parlier
1.6
Home Use
5/26/00
Jerry Willard
3.2
Home Use
5/30/00
Kelly Brown
3.2
Home Use
5/30/00
Adolph Foti
1.6
Home Use
Ma Total 2 575.E
:.:-:.....
Jun-00
Soil Supply
723.2
............ ............. .
Top Soil
Jun-00
Ingle & Son Landscaping
14.4
Landscaping
Jun-00
2 Frye's Lawn and Mulch
8.0
Landscaping
Jun-00
Creative Landscaping
6.4
Landscaping
Jun-00
LT Lingle Landscaping
25.6
Landscaping
Jun-00
Cool Springs Mulch and Stone
72.0
Top Soil
Jun-00
Diddly Tree Farm
22.4
Tree Farm
Jun-00
Wayne Young
90.0
Agriculture
Jun-00
Earl Propst
225.0
Agriculture
Marketing and Distribution
Page 3

4{ 9I
"DATE
NAME
VOL U ME
INTENDED USE
Cu/Yd5
Jun-00
John York
414.0
Agriculture
Jun-00
Boyd Icenhour
280.0
Agriculture
Jun-00
Mike DeYoung
266.0
Agriculture
Jun-00
Williams Brothers Grading
12.8
Agriculture
6/2100
Michael Cline
8.0
Home Use
6/15/00
Jan Hicks
3.2
Home Use
6/19/00
Gary Smith
3.2
Home Use
6/23/00
Paul Green
1.6
Home Use
June Total 2,175.8
July-00:.:.:......
Sp Soil uply :.:.:........
966.4..... ....
Top Soil:.:.:.:.......... .
July-00
Ingle & Son Landscaping
30.4
Landscaping
July-00
LT Lingle Landscaping
22.4
Landscaping
July-00
Midway Nursery
4.8
Nursery
July-00
John York
765.0
Agriculture
July-00
Boyd Icenhour
30.0
Agriculture
July-00
Williams Brothers Grading
25.6
Agriculture
July-00
Ned Taylor
180.0
Agriculture
7/3/00
Chad Sigmon
4.8
Home Use
7/3/00
Bobby Stamey
1.6
Home Use
7/11100
Walter Gantt
3.2
Home Use
July Total 2,034.2
August-00
..... ................
Soil Supply
.........................
1,161.6
.......................................
Top Soil
August-00
Ingle & Son Landscaping
23.6
Landscaping
August-00
Creative landscaping
16.0
Landscaping
August-00
LT Lingle Landscaping
72.0
Landscaping
August-00
Midway Nursery
4.8
Nursery
August-00
Riverbend Nursery
15.0
Nursery
August-00
John York
285.0
Agriculture
August-00
Boyd Icenhour
180.0
Agriculture
August-00
Mike Deyoung
240.0
Agriculture
August-00
Mickey Smith
720.0
Agriculture
Au ust-00
Paul Spencer
15.0
Agriculture
August Total 2,733.0
September-00
Soil Supply
701.E
TopSoil Blending
September-00
Ingle & Son landscaping
8.0
Landscaping
September-00
2 Fryes Lawn and Mulch
6.4
Landscaping
September-00
Glen Oaks
105.0
Golf Course
September-00
Creative Landscaping
52.8
Landscaping
September-00
LT Lingle Landscaping
171.5
Landscaping
September-00
Mickey Smith
1,095.0
Sod Farm
September-00
Williams Bros.
30.0
Agriculture
9/13/00
CL Hunt
3.2
Home Use
9/14/00
Cl Hunt
8.6
Home Use
9/18/00
Chad Bumgamer
5.5
Home Use
9/18/00
Steve Martin Grading
16.2
Home Use
9/20/00
Brian Hearon
4.8
Home Use
9/29/00
Neal Caldwell
3.2
Home Use
Marketing and Distribution
Page 4

i
DATE
NAME
VOLUME
INTENDED USE
Cu/Yds
9/29/00
Tracy Miller
1.6
Home Use
9129/00
Brian Hearon
1.6
Home Use
September Total 2,215.0
October-00
.-
Soil SuPP y:::::::......... 846.:4 ::::...... TopSoil Blending
October-00
Ingle & Son Landscaping
179.2
Landscaping
October-00
2 Frye's lawn and Mulch
12.8
Landscaping
October-00
LT Lingle Landscaping
51.2
Landscaping
October-00
Cool Springs Mulch & Stone
72.0
Landscaping
October-00
Johnsons Landscaping
14.4
Landscaping
October-00
Mike Deyoung
435.0
Agriculture
October-00
Williams Bros.
15.0
Agriculture
October-00
Terry Hildebran
210.0
Agriculture
October-00
Mickey Smith
945.0
Sod Farm
October-00
Jimmy Hastings
90.0
Agriculture
10/1/00
Tommy Lowman
6.4
Home Use
10/1/00
Eddie Moose
1.6
Home Use
10/1/00
Warlick Grading
19.2
Landscaping
10/1100
Kelly Lytton
6.4
Home Use
10/1/00
Jackie Stone
1.6
Home Use
10/1/00
Danny Darting
1.6
Home Use
October Total 2,907.8
November-OO
Soil Supply
741.2 Top Soil Blending::::::
November-00
Ingle & Son Landscaping
76.3
Landscaping
November-00
Glen Oaks
243.2
Golf Course
November-00
Creative Landscaping
40.5
Landscaping
November-00
L.T. Lingle Landscaping
221.4
Landscaping
November-00
Midway Nursery
4.8
Nursery
November-00
Mike DeYoung
165.0
Agriculture
November-00
Jimmy Hastings
210.0
Agriculture
November-00
Glen Mouser
105.0
Landscaping
November-00
Ned Taylor
330.0
Agriculture
November-00
Warlick Grading
8.0
Landscaping
November-00
Tracy Miller
1.6
Home Use
November-00
Starnes Construction
4.8
Landscaping
November-00
Jerry Longfellow
1.6
Home Use
November-00
Gaines Motor Lines
11.2
Landscaping
November-00
Jerry Longfellow
4.0
Home Use
November-00
Randy Mullins
6.4
Home Use
November-00
McMahan Services
3.2
Landscaping
November-00
Newton Farm & Garden
12.8
Landscaping
November-00
Randy Mullins
19.2
Home Use
November-00
Randy Mullins
6.4
Home Use
November Total
2,216.6
. . . . ........................
December-00
............................................:
Soil Supply
:::::::.:.:.:.:.:.:.
705.4
:.:.:.:.:.:.:.;.;.:.:.:.:.:.:.:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
Top Soil Blending
December-00
Ingle & Son Landscaping
27.0
Landscaping
December-00
Glen Oaks
54.0
Golf Course
December-00
L.T. Lingle Landscaping
227.6
Landscaping
Marketing and Distribution
Page 5

DATE
NAME
VOLUME
INTENDED USE
Cu/Yds
December-00
Diddly Tree Farm
202.5
Tree Farm
December-00
Jimmy Hastings
465.0
Agriculture
December-00
Larry McMahan
4.3
Home Use
December Total
1.685.8
Marketing and Distribution
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JAN
FEB
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JUN
JUL
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1242.9
1293.5
267.8
245.9
313.1
301.4
252.4
304.9
281.1
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211.4
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FAX [phone]
FROM Wayne Carroll
SUBJECT Site Plan — Hickory
MESSAGE Ellen:
USFILTER/HICKORY NC
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NEWTON NO 28658
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TEL [phone]
DATE 11128/00
TELEPHONE [phone]
FACSIMILE 828465-4115
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Please find included in thin fax a site plan for the Regional Compost Facility in Hickory per your request.
If you need any additional information please contact me at 828.485-1401 or by e-mail at
carrold Ausfilter.com.
The sidewall thickness of the bioisolids holding tanks on the as -built drawings are 12 inches thick with
a 170 floor bottom. The pretreatment system has sidewalls of 12 inches with a floor bottom of 15 inches.
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JAMES.B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
BILLHOLMAN
'.SECRETARY
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
February 24, 2000
Mr. Phil Leatherman
Sunbelt Furniture Express
Post Office Box 487
Hickory, North Carolina 28603
Subject: Odor Complaint Investigation
Hickory Regional Compost Facility
WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Leatherman:
This letter is in follow-up to the odor complaint investigation conducted on
February 17, 2000 by Ms. Ellen Huffinan with this Office.
A scheduled routine inspection of the subject facility was also conducted. The
attached inspection report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have any
questions, please contact Mrs. Huffman or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
I
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Attachment
cc: County Department of Environmental Health
City of Hickory
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919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28115
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
- ��® DIVISION? OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DAMES B. HUNT JR. DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GOVERNOR
February 24, 2000
-BILL HOLMAN
SECRETARY
Mr. Phil Leatherman
Sunbelt Furniture Express
Post Office Box 487
-�KERR'T. STEVENS ..'-
Hickory, North Carolina 28603
.:DIRECTOR r -• �
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Subject: Odor Complaint Investigation
Hickory Regional Compost Facility
WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Leatherman:
:r
This letter is in follow-up to the odor complaint investigation conducted on
February 17, 2000 by Ms. Ellen Huf&nan with this Office.
A scheduled routine inspection of the subject facility was also conducted. The
-
attached inspection report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have any
_
questions, please contact Mrs. Huffman or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
-
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Attachment
cc: County Department of Environmental Health
-
City of Hickory
EBH
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 2811S
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JAMES:B.-H_UNT JR.
GOVERNOR
.BILL -HOLMAN
SECRETARY
T�
_. NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RF-souRCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
February 22, 2000
Mr. Graham Gilley, P.E., Public Services Director
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 396
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Hickory Compost Inspection
Permit Now.. WQ0004563
.KERR'T.'iSTEVENS -, „'. Catawba County
.. DIRECTORz.:;.`...=
- Dear Mr. Gilley:
Enclosed is the Hickory Class A Compost Facility inspection report for the inspection that
-- — was conducted on February l 7, 2000 by Ms.'Ellen Euffman with this Office. This inspection is
part of our initiative to inspect all non -discharge programs during each calendar year.
The report indicates compliance with your State issued permit; however, there are some
conditions observed by Ms. Huffman that will need to be addressed. Specifically, the upgrade of
the curing pad has not been completed. It is important that the•pad curing expansion be completed
as soon as possible to help reduce re -occurring odor problems. Another issue concerning the curing
W.
pad expansion will be the use breathable covers. An engineering evaluation of the proposed
breathable covers needs to be performed. If the covers do not adequately keep out moisture from
rain events or do not breathe properly to sustain the curing process, then an evaluation for a roof
should be performed. It is suggested that the facility check the accuracy of the in -vessel process
temperature probe with a properly calibrated thermometer. Also the sludge receiving area needs
a spill control plan.
-explanatory, however, if you have any questions,
The attached report should be self
- F please contact Mrs. Huffman or me at (704) 663- ] 699.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Attachment
cc: Non -discharge compliance
Hickory Compost Facility
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Residuals Inspection' Check List Pg 1
Type of Residual
Land Application (class B) -...X.:.Distribution and Marketing (class A)
Record Keeping
Y/N .
Y Copy of current permit available at residual generating site
Y Current metals and nutrient analysis (see permit for frequency)
Y TCLP analysis n/a SSFA (Standard Soil Fertility Analysis)
Y Nutrient and metals loading calculations (to determine most limiting parameter) YTDI
Y -Hauling records- # gal/tons hauled during calendar year to date
n/a Field loading records n/a Field site maps and information
n/a Records of lime -purchased
Y -Pathogen.&Vector Attraction Reduction
Comments: All records appeared to be in compliance and were readily available for review.
lPatho�en &Vector Attra—Won- enaction' records -(check which-methods'apply) - — - —
Fecal coliform
SM 9221 E (Class A or'B)
(Class A, -all test must be <l 000 MPN / dry gram)
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August 27, 1999
Ellen Huffman
NC DENR WQ
Mooresville Regional Office
919 North Ma'm Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
Dear Ellen:
Attached is ' a copy of my client report that I said I would get to you when you
were in Hickory for a site visit on August 17, 1999. This report is for your use and all the
data in the report is included in the annual report submitted to the Raleigh office.
If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me at (828) 465-
1401.
Respectfully submitted,
Wayne Carroll
Project Manager
Professional Services Group
Hickory Regional Compost Facility
3200 20th Avenue, SE
Newton, NC 28658
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Kevin Barnett wrote:
Hi Ellen,
Thanks for the invite. I enjoyed it.
30 days worth of storage is required in both the .0200 rules (for the compost facility) and in the .0100
rules for residual storage in an NPDES plant. I spoke with Kim Colson (NDPU) and he stated the
"Duality" was required in the construction of this facility meaning that trucks should never be turned
away (even if the compost facility is down). Duality is that both the treatment plants and the compost
facilities should both have storage.
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Much 24, 1999
Mr. D. Rex Gleas6a* P.R.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
NC Depadmeut of 1ENR
17iviston orwater QaRlity
91914orth Malt Street
Mooresville, NC 29115
IRE: Notice of Violation (NOV) for fteoonal Compost Vaeility cp`? -
permit Ne.wQt1mse for City of Hlckury w c4ft* to coamy
Dear Mr. Gleasom
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'Me City of Hickory on behalf of the Sludgc Consortium is in tcceipt of the NOV, dated March 16,
1999 from NCUENk with respect to apparent Odor complaints Concerning the above captioned
.facility. Pursuant to NCDENtt`s request, we have provided herein, out response to this NOV,
which addresses the potential cause of the nuisetiee conditions and planned corrective trct qus to
prevent similar Conditions at the RCl~ with anticipated dates of completion to implement the
necessary corrective audons.
As you know, the very intermittent occurrence of nuisance odor conditions fmin XCF Uctivities,
originme from the tMsportation of active compost to Olaf -site agricultural land application sites as
a �sult of inadequate on -site compost caring capacity and maturation on the existi� canerete pad.
'Iles perceived capacity problem was also confirmed in the phase I Report for Regional Residuals
Management ,l~ valuation by Camp, Dresser and McKee (G)M), the Consortium's contractor for
perfnrrnfng this major residuals study.
C-DM firmed that "not enough curing capacity is available to allow ptopex Maturation of the
COMPO5t" atYd thus "ctutently, only a portion Of'the Compost is cured adequately to be marketed".
accordingly, the Consortium is prepared to proactively :implement in coordination with out
operations eputr$.ctor. ProfessinnaI Services GrOup (PSG), the following corrective action putt to
prevent to the fullest extent possible, futum nuisance vdnt conditions associated with the activities
at the RCF:
ANOND I H OSd vS : ET 666T-60-onu

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I. txpand the existing concrete curing pad by an additionM opr.MtjanW capacity or
approximately 43.000 square feet (more than double ufcurmnt curing capacity) to
enable adequate on -site capacity in accordance with the original design approach for the RCF.
Cturently, construction contractor field measurements and Pricing are being obtained by the
Cousortiurn and the ekpansion of the concrete owing pad is antici-pated to be completed by
July 30,1999.
2. Upgtade the Curio& Aeration equipment to adequately oxygenate all of the sctive Compost using
negative pressure (vacuum aeratioct) in static windrow piles for the original design on -site
coning period of 14 to 21 days to convert into finished product. The exhaust air fmat the
=legative aerated piles, which can be a source of offensive odors at the RCF will be effectively
treated in the existing three -stage scrubber systeM prior to relea$e to they atmosphere. "Me
operation of the upgraded and expanded negative ee#ation curing system is platumed to be in
place by August 31,1999.
3. Provide aetatioa equipment with the ile4ility of either negative pressure (vacuum)
ar positive aeration (pressure) to dry the cttt+ed compost into dryer Wished compog
for subsequent marketing and disWbution to beneficial end user$ and custonamm. The
operatiatt of the upgraded and expanded contpost drying and fmished product storage
facilities is plawed to be in place by August 31„1999.
We sft!191y belie m that these corrective aotavtm will tnuble the RCF to opergte as it was
vrlgirWly intended with an anhanced design which substmoally mitigates gnd eliminates off site
no isance odor conditions_ We do not anticipate any ascavity problems vvitht the construction or
Operations of the upgraded and expanded curing, drying, and storage ofcompost at the RCF.
If you have any questions cancernIPS out respattse to the NOV, please contset *. Oene Haynes at
028) 323.7590 or we at [phone]. Additional trcWCal cottoepis of our corrective Action
plain can be provided by Mr. Wayne Carroll,-PSfj projcvt Manager at the RCli at [phone].
Siticerely,
Chiles Uttaamen, P.&
Public services birEwt
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Wayne Cattoll, PSt3
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City of Hickory
Post Office Box 396
Hickory, North Carolina 28603
Attention: Mr. Charles Hanson
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Subject: Notice of Violation
Permit Condition Par
Hickory Regional Cc
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Hanson:
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
i1 /larch 16, 1999
ALL -7 uc
The City of Hickory (the City) was
September 26, 1996, for the c;ontinue�l apezu�z��� ��-u r.�..-��...._--_-------- -
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upon odor complaints received by this office, the Division has reason to believe that you
are responsible for activities resulting in noncompliance with North Carolina Law and the
subject Permit. In particular, the fourth perforinance standard identified in Part I of the
subject permit states, "In the event that the residuals program is not operated
satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take any
immediate corrective actions as may be required by the Division." The Division
considers the generation of odors that lead to odor complaints a creation of nuisance
conditions.
. North Carolina. General Statute (NCGS) 143-215.6A provides for a civil penalty
assessment of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation, per day against
any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to NCGS 143-215.1.
It is requested that you respond to this Notice in writing by March 30, 1999. The
response she uld document the cause of the nuisance conditions, corrective actions to be
taken to prevent similar conditions, anal anticipated dates to complete the necessary
corrective actions.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Mr. Charley
Schwartz or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
it f Y, Water Quality Regional Supervisor.
cc: 'Mayne Carroll

JAMES B. HUNT
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
March 16, 1999
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 396
Hickory, North Carolina 28603
Attention: Mr. Charles Hanson
Subject: Notice of Violation
Permit Condition Part I (4) and NCGS 142-214.1(a)
Hickory Regional Compost Facility - Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Hanson:
The City of Hickory (the City) was issued Permit No. WQ0004563, effective
September 26, 1996, for the continued operation of a wastewater residuals facility. Based
upon odor complaints received by this office, the Division has reason to believe that you
are responsible for activities resulting in noncompliance with North Carolina Law and the
subject Permit. In particular, the fourth performance standard identified in Part I of the
subject permit states, "In the event that the residuals program is not operated
satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take any
immediate corrective actions as may be required by the Division." The Division
considers the generation of odors that lead to odor complaints a creation of nuisance
conditions.
North Carolina General Statute (NCGS) 143-215.6A.provides for a civil penalty
assessment of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation, per day against
any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to NCGS 143-215.1.
It is requested that you respond to this Notice in writing by March 30, 1999. The
response should document the cause of the nuisance conditions, corrective actions to be
taken to prevent similar conditions, and anticipated dates to complete the necessary
corrective actions.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Mr. Charley
Schwartz or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Wayne Carroll
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Mr. D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
NC Department of ENR
Division of Water Quality
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
Public Services
Administration
City of Hickory
PostOfficeBox398
Hickory, NC 28603M
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RE: Notice of Violation (NOV) for Regional Compost Facility (RCF) -
Permit No. WQ0004563 for City of Hickory in Catawba County
Dear Mr'. Gleason:
The City of Hickory 'on behalf of the Sludge Consortium is.inI receipt of the NOV, dated March 16,
1999 from NCDENR with respect to apparent odor complaints concerning the above captioned
facility. Pursuant to NCDENR's request, we have provided herein, our response to this NOV,
which addresses the potential cause of the nuisance conditions and planned corrective actions to
prevent similar conditions at the RCF with anticipated dates of completion to implement the
necessary corrective actions.
As you know, the very. intermittent occurrence of nuisance odor conditions from RCF activities,
originate from the transportation of active compost to off -site agricultural land application sites as
a result of inadequate on -site compost curing capacity and maturation on the existing concrete pad.
This perceived capacity problem was also confirmed in the Phase I Report for Regional Residuals
Management Evaluation by Camp, Dresser and McKee (CDM), the Consortium's contractor for
performing this major residuals study.
CDM affirmed that "not enough curing capacity is available to allow proper maturation of the
compost" and thus -"currently, only a portion of the compost is cured adequately to be marketed".
Accordingly, the Consortium is prepared to proactively implement in coordination with our
operations contractor, Professional Services Group (PSG), the following corrective action plan to
prevent to the fullest extent possible, future nuisance odor conditions associated with the activities
at the RCF:

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NOV Response
Page 2 of 2
1. Expand the existing concrete curing pad by an additional operational capacity of
approximately 43,000 square feet (more than double of current curing capacity) to
enable adequate on -site capacity in accordance with the original design approach for the RCF.
Currently, construction contractor field measurements and pricing are being obtained by the
Consortium and the expansion of the concrete curing pad is antici-pated to be completed by
July 30,1999.
2. Upgrade the curing aeration equipment to adequately oxygenate all of the active compost using
negative pressure (vacuum aeration) in static windrow piles for the original design on -site
curing period of 14 to 21 days to convert into finished product. The exhaust air from the
negative aerated piles, which can be a source of offensive odors at the RCF will be effectively
treated in the existing three -stage scrubber system, prior to release to the atmosphere. The
operation of the upgraded and expanded negative aeration curing system is planned to be in
place by August 31, 1999.
3. Provide aeration equipment with the flexibility of either negative pressure (vacuum)
or positive aeration (pressure) to dry the cured compost into dryer finished compost
for subsequent marketing and distribution to beneficial end users and customers. The
operation of the upgraded and expanded compost drying and finished product storage
facilities is planned to be in place by August 31,1999.
We strongly believe that these corrective actions will enable the RCF to operate as it was
originally intended with an enhanced design which substantially mitigates and eliminates off -site
nuisance odor conditions. We do not anticipate any activity problems with the construction or
operations of the upgraded and expanded curing, drying, and storage of compost at the RCF.
If you have any questions concerning our response to the NOV, please contact Mr. Gene Haynes at
[phone] or me at [phone]. Additional technical concepts of our corrective action
plan can be provided by Mr. Wayne Carroll, PSG Project Manager at the RCF at [phone].
Sincerely,
Charles Hansen, P.E.
Public Services Director
cc: Gene Haynes, Public Services Manager
Wayne Carroll, PSG

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
and Natural Resourdes
Division of Water Quality.
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Preston Howard,. Jr., P.E., Director
-k CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
GRAHAM GILLEY
HICKORY, CITY -A SLUDGE/COMPOSO
PO BOX 39�6b
HICKORY, NC 28603
June 22, 1998
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REVOCATION FOR NON-PAYMENT
NPDES PERMIT NO. WQ0004563
HICKORY, CITY -A SLUDGE/COMPOSO
CATAWBA
Dear Permittee:
Payment of the required annual administering and compliance monitoring fee of $750.00
for this year has not been received for the subject permit. This fee is required by Title 15 North
Carolina Administrative Code 2H .0105, under the authority of North Carolina General Statutes
143-215.3(a)(1), (la) and (lb). Because this fee was not fully paid within 30 days after. being
billed, this letter initiates action to revoke the subject permit, pursuant to 15 NCAC 2H .0105 (b)
(2) (k) (4), and G. S. 143-215.1 (b) (3).
Effective 60 days from receipt of this notice, subject permit is hereby revoked unless the
required Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee is received within that time.
Your payment should be sent to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Budget Office
P. O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

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Discharges without a permit are subject to the enforcement authority of the Division of
Water Quality.
If you are dissatisfied with this decision, you have the right to request an administrative
hearing within thirty (30) days following receipt of this Notice, identifying the specific issues to
be contended. This request must be in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative
Hearings, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27611-7447. Unless such request
for hearing is made or payment is received, revocation shall be final and binding. If you have any
questions, please contact:
Mr. Rex Gleason, Mooresville Regional Supervisor, [phone]
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr.
cc: Supervisor, Water Quality Permits and Engineering Unit
Mooresville Regional Office
County Health Department

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.,.Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
GRAHAM GILLEY -
HICKORY, CITY -A SLUDGE/COMPOSO
PO BOX 396
HICKORY,. NC 28603
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SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REVOCATION FOR NON-PAYMENT
NPDES PERMIT NO. WQ0004563
HICKORY, CITY -A SLUDGE/COMPOSO
CATAWBA
Dear Permittee:
Payment of the required annual administering and compliance monitoring fee of $750.00
for this year has not been received for the subject permit. This fee is required by Title 15 North
Carolina Administrative Code 2H .0105, under the authority of North Carolina General Statutes
143-215.3(a)(1), (la) and (lb). Because this fee was not fully paid within 30 days after being
billed, this letter initiates action to revoke the subject permit, pursuant to 15 NCAC 2H .0105 (b)
(2) (k) (4), and G. S. 143-215.1 (b) (3).
Effective 60 days from receipt of this notice, subject permit is hereby revoked unless the
required Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee is received within that time.
Your payment should be sent to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Budget Office
P. O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 500/6 recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

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Discharges without a permit are subject to the enforcement authority of the Division of
Water Quality.
If you are dissatisfied with this decision, you have the right to request an administrative
hearing within thirty (30) days following receipt of this Notice, identifying the specific issues to
be contended. This request must be in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative
Hearings, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27611-7447. Unless such request
for hearing is made or payment is received, revocation shall be final and binding. If you have any
questions, please contact:
Mr. Rex Gleason, Mooresville Regional Supervisor, [phone]
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr.
cc: Supervisor, Water Quality Permits and Engineering Unit
Mooresville Regional Office
County Health Department

CITY OF HICKORY y1870t��
POST OFFICE BOX 398 HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA 28603-0398 • 704-323-7500 o9Ty CAFp�.�
FAX [phone]
Public Services Administration
Ms. Barbara Christian, P.G.
Acting Regional Supervisor
NCDENR
919 North Main St.
Mooresville, N.C. 28115
March 20, 1998
Dear Ms. Christian, P.G.
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I have received your letter and am aware of your concerns regarding the Hickory Regional
Compost Facility. I am surprised at the notice of violation considering the history of the facility
and your involvement. The Compost Facility had closed in 1990 because of the nuisance it had
created in and around the facility. The facility reopened in January of 1995 after the air scrubber
system had been redesigned and installed. During 1995, our first year of operation we received
approximately 148 odor complaints of which 98% were from four surrounding neighborsAfisN,
(ay under§tanning. we were in structed-by-your-office to remove -all -the -material immediately -from.
the_Compost-Facility_ site because of the number of complaints.. ,This was done according to their
understanding. During that period we began receiving periodic complaints from persons around
our receiving farms. At that point your organization questioned our permit and whether we were
allowed to remove the product from the facility in that condition. We proceeded to supply data
to you indicating the product was Class A and stabilized but not marketable because of the odor.
This is when we met with your staff from Raleigh at your office to request your permission to
perform on site (Compost Facility) negative aeration. After two hours of discussion and a
presentation by Tim Muirhead of Professional Service Group (PSG), your_staff_approvR the
:-requestto`storemater-ial on=s tepr-ovide-d there were-no-commplairits:-�
We began stockpiling on site and were able to store approximately 50% of our product of which
we aerated to produce a more desirable product. We are still removing approximately 50% of
the product because of limited storage capacity. We have continually reduced our annual
complaint calls from 148 in 1995, 66 in 1996, 13 in 1997, and 0 to date for 1998, which we feel
is fantastic. The calls we received in 1997 have been researched and been determined to be
associated with the raw sludge truck which did not always lock down their top hatches. As you
can see we have been extremely successful in our efforts and it should be noted that PSG began
aeration of 50% of product on site beginning May 20, 1996. What -is disheartening_is.thatl; nor,=
my -staff -was -notified -of -the complaint,-oriLy_PSG ._our contracfor. If asked we would have
immediately stopped providing product to that site and continued at our other locations. We
would even have removed the material in question, provided we would have been given the
chance to be involved before the notice was issued. To remedy the problem, we will no longer be
delivering product to that site.

I spoke with Todd St. John on March 20,1998 concerning these issues.` He -was -cordial -and -very
-.:responsive,--yI informed him of a major study being performed by Camp, Dresser and McKee (see
attachment) which will dictate the fate of the compost facility. This study, which will be
completed by fall, will determine the Cities of Hickory, Newton, Conover, and Catawba
Counties residuals plan for the next twenty years. We ask your patience until our study is
completed. I feel we are doing a great job of dealing with undesirable materials. We do not live
in a perfect world and always deal with pleasing issues, so we request you help us continue to
perform a necessary task and also remain a good neighbor. I believe with our citizens becoming
less tolerant of government, it is extremely important that we work together toward a common
goal. If I may offer further information or assistance, please let me know.
Sincerely,
oar
am Gil e ,
Public Services Director
GG/kk

-� NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
March 16, 1998
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Graham K. Gilley, P.E.,
Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 396
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Notice of Violation
Permit Condition Part I, (4) and
NCGS 142-214.1(a)
Hickory Regional Compost
Facility
Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Gilley:
The City of. Hickory was issued Permit No. WQ0004563, effective August 6,
1996, to distribute Class A wastewater residuals. Part I, Condition 4 of the Permit
states, "In the event that the residuals program is not operated satisfactorily, including
the creation of nuisance conditions,'the Permittee shall take any immediate corrective
actions as may be required by the Division.".
This Office has determined that strong, pungent odors were emanating from
compost provided by the Hickory Regional Compost Facility which had been spread on
several farm fields off of Emmanuel Church Road in Catawba County. These odors
were not those usually associated with properly cured compost. The strength and nature
of these odors were such that nuisance conditions were being created in violation of
Part I, Condition 4 of Permit No. WQ0004563 and NCGS 142-214.1. This Office does
not feel that these conditions would have existed if the compost had been properly
cured (see attached report).
North Carolina_ General Statute (NCGS) 143-215.6A provides for a civil
penalty assessment of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) against any
person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA2811S
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY /AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER - 50% RECYCLED/10% POST -CONSUMER PAPER

Mr. Graham K. Gilley
March 16, 1998
page 2
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to NCGS 143-215.1.
It is requested that you respond to this Notice in writing by March 25, 1998.
Your response should include an explanation of actions that will be taken by the City
in order to prevent future violations of Part I, Condition 4 of Permit No. WQ0004563.
Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact either, Mr. Todd
St. John, Rex Gleason (Water Quality Regional Supervisor), or me at 704/663-1699.
Sincerely,
Barbara Christian, P.G.
Acting Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Dennis Ramsey
Catawba County Health Department
attachment

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
919 NORTH MAIN STREET
MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA .28115
REPORT OF: Complaint Investigation
DATE OF INVESTIGATION: March 6, 1998
INVESTIGATED BY: Todd St. Johns IME SPENT: 3 Hours
PLACE VISITED: Farm Fields off of Emmanuel Church Road, Catawba County
PHYSICAL LOCATION: Same
MAILING ADDRESS: N/A
TELEPHONE #: N/A
RIVER BASIN: Catawba
PERSON CONTACTED: Wayne Carroll, ORC of the Hickory Compost Facility
REASON FOR VISIT: Compost from the Hickory Compost Facility is creating nuisance
conditions.
COPIES TO: Catawba County Health Department
On March 5, 1998, this Office received several calls regarding strong odors reportedly
emanating from compost provided by the Hickory Compost Facility that had been spread on
several farm fields off of Emmanuel Church Road in Catawba County.
On March 6, 1998, Mr. Todd St. John, the writer, and Mr. Alan Johnson from this Office
met with Mr. Wayne Carroll of the Hickory Compost Facility and proceeded to the subject farm
fields. Upon arrival at the fields the writer and Mr. Johnson noticed strong, pungent odors
coming from the.direction of fields that had received the compost. The odor was not like the odor
associated with poultry operations or dry poultry litter application. (There is a dry litter poultry
operation at the subject farm.) The investigators approached a large pile of compost that had not
yet been spread and.noted the samd above mentioned odor emanating from the compost pile.
This compost had been delivered by the Hickory Compost Facility earlier that week, according to

Mr. Carroll. Other compost that had been there much longer did not reveal the same pungent
odors as the fresh compost. At that time, the writer informed Mr. Carroll that the fresh compost
should not be producing the kind of strong odors that were emanating from the compost. The
writer advised Mr. Carroll of the permit condition in the Hickory Compost Facility's permit
(Permit No. WQ0004563) Part I, (4) which states, "In the event that the residuals program is not
operated satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take any
immediate corrective actions as may be required by the Division." The writer advised Mr. Carroll
that the Hickory Compost Facility should no longer release any compost that creates strong,
pungent odors. Mr. Carroll and the writer discussed the fact that an additional curing time on the
pad should significantly reduce the odors resulting in compost that has an odor that is more
characteristic of properly cured compost. Mr. Carroll indicated that the compost was first brought
to the subject site in December, 1997. This Office will send a Notice of Violation to the City of
Hickory for creating nuisance conditions. This Office will continue to work with the permittee
until this matter is resolved.

ODM
Camp Dresser & McKeC inc.
cow -Ong
englnWng
c+owfucuon
ovorsnow
2100 RiverEdgp Parkway, Suite 500
Atlanta. Goorgia 30328
Tel: [phone] I-ax: 770 952-9893
March 20,1998
Mr. Graham K. Gilley, P.E.
Public Services Director
City of Hickory
1441 Ninth Avenue,10E
Hickory, NC 28601
Re: Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Residuals Management Study
Dear Mr. Gilley:
The purpose of this correspondence is to briefly summarize the scope of work that Camp
Dresser & McKee, (CDM) is performing for the City of Hickory regarding the regional
compost facility.
The outcome of our 6 month work effort (authorized January 1998) will be an.evaluation
of the existing compost facility to effectively manage the current volume of residuals and
the volume planned for the facility in the future. Our work effort consist of five tasks:
■ Task 1- Review of Sludge Quantities and Assessment of their Characteristics
■ Task 2 -Technical Evaluation of the Current Operation of the Compost Facility
■ Task 3 - Capacity Evaluation
■ 'ask 4 - Financial and Operations Evaluation
■ Task 5 - Workshop to Evaluate Alternatives
We expect to evaluate several alternatives for the future of the compost facility including:
■ Measures to improve operations of the facility
■ Seasonal operation of the facility
■ Minimal operation necessary to maintain operational readiness
■ Ceasing of operations entirely at the compost facility

CDM Camp Dresser & McKee Inc.
Mr. Graham K. Gilley, P.E.
March 20,1998 - = -
Page 2
Our local residuals management expert, Dr. Richard Tsang, will manage this study and he
will be supported by Dr. Al Pinrdnce who is nationally recognized in the field of residual
treatment/management. These two individuals will provide the city with exceptional
expertise regarding the current operation of the compost facility and will also provide a
recommendation as to the most effective and efficient method(s) to manage the current
and future volumes of residuals.
If you have any questions regarding our current scope of work, please contact me at your
convenience.
Sincerely,
CAMP DRESSED & McKEE, INC.
Michael A. White, P.E.
Vicc President
MAW /cjr
cc: Dave Zimmer
Dr. Richard Tsang
Dr. Albert Pincince
File: 0000-MAWNB-MS.MAWAT
u53014.wao

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
ODOR COMPLAINTS _
Co�ttl
January ...............
......15.
Fepruary- - • .. .
-
......
....................
March
•.1fi:::
May.
31
..................................
Jrme.....
....Z¢.'
Augur{ ...............................
September,
.:.
........................
8
October
..................
6'
November
....
8.
December
5.
............................
Total
148
February .............................
20,
AP....................
...........10
Mqy
ne
�.
....................... .........
JuIY. .....................
2
August
o.
....... .......
September ...........0.
October..................
, .....? .
..........................................
November
11
.......
December
p.
.............................
1996 Total ------------- 66
':March
..... 2 .
aY
.3.
........
.....................
Uune
;July
...........I.2.
st ................
Augu..
'
.
, ...................
September
0 .
.:
October................
....2.
November .:....................
0.
December......
0.
, .................
1997 Total _ _ _ 13
l...... -
January ...... , ... _ 0
IUlarimiry....................... . . . .
ch
April..................................
Max................................. .
June.....................
July
ober..... .........................
- �- .............. I........
Irar 0
..........
............. .
to Date Total 227

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY
ODOR COMPLAINTS
-1995
1/8/95
Donnie Lail
_ 1/8/95
Larry K ziah
1/9/95
Nanc Lail
1/12/95
Nancy Lail
1/16/95
Larry Kiziah
1/1 7/95
Donnie Lail
1/20/95
Nancy Lail
1/20/95
Donnie Lail
1/25/95
Donnie Lail
1/27/95
Nancy Lail
1/30/95
Nancy Lail
1/31/95
Libby Lail
2Y1/95
Nancy Lail
2/1/95
Nan c Lail --
2/6/95
Larry Kiziah
2I9/95
Nan Lail
219/95
Donnie Lail
219/95
Larry Kiziah
219/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
a;dwub
Nancy Lail
2/20195
Jo Ann Kit
2/21/95
Nancy Lail
2/25/95
Nancy Lail
2126/95
Nancy Lail
Nancy Lail
Vancy Lail
3114/95 Donnie Lail
3/15/95 Tom Flowe.
3/15195 r]nnnio 1 �a
Lail
3/2
3/21/95 Larry Kiziz
3/23/95 Tom Flowi
Donnie Lai
Nancy Lail
Odor Complairrts
Pagel

4/8/95
Nancy Lail
4/12195
Libby Lail
4/14/95
Nancy Lail
4/19/95
Larry Kiziah
4/19/95
Nancy Lail
4/20/95
Nancy Lail
4/25/95
Nancy Lail
4/25/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
4/28/95
Donnie Lail
4/30/95
Lary Kiziah
513/95
Lary Kiziah
513/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
514/95
Brian Tate
516/95
Nancy Lail
518/95
Lary Kiziah
518/95
Bob Freeman
518/95
Sherrard Smith
519/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
5/ ,4/95
Lary Kiziah
5/14/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
5/117/95
Lary Kiziah
5/118/95
Roy Lail
5/119/95
Libby Lail
5/20195
Donnie Lail
5/21/95
Nancy Lail
5/21/95
Nancy,Lail
5/21/95
Nancy Lail
_ 5/21/95
Nancy Lail
5/21/95
Libby Lail
5/25/95
Nancy Lail
5/25/95
Nancy Lail
5/25/95
Nancy Lail
5/25/95
Roy Lail
5/25/95
Larry Kiziah
5/25/95
La Kiziah
5/25/95
Libby Lail
5/20/95
Donnie Lail
5/26/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
5/29/95
Jo Ann Klziah
5/29/95
Roy Lail
5/30/95
Nang Lail
8/2195
NancyLail
6/2/95
Nancy Lail
6/3/95
Roy Lail
6/4/95 .
Nana Lail
6/13/95
Nancy Lail
6/6/95
Roy Lail
6/6/95
Roy Lail
6/6/95
Roy Lail
6/7M
Jo Ann Kiziah
Odor Complaints
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W195
Donnie Lall
6/a/95
Roy Lail
6/8/95
_
Jo Ann Kiziah
6/8/95
Nancy Lail .
S/9/95
Roy Lail
GV9195
Roy Lail `
6/13/95
Nancy Lail
6114/95
Larry Kiziah
MOM
Nancy Lail
6/24/95
Nancy Lail
6/;5/95
Larry Kiziah
6/29/95
Tom Flowers
6/29/95
_6/30/95
Larry Kiziah
Libby Lail
6/30/95
Nancy Lail
713/95
Roy Lail
7/4/95
Nancy Lail
714/95
Larry Kiziah
716/95
Ross Lail
716/95
Larry Kiziah
79/95
Donnie Lail
717/96 _
lcad So d
79195
Larry Kiziah
718/95
Libby Lail
7/114/95
Donnie Lail
_ 7/14/95
Nancy Lail
7/114/95
Roy Lail
7/114/95
Nancy Lail
7/1,5/95
Nancy Lail
7/119/95
Omni Supply
7/25/95
Larry Kiziah
911/95
Nancy Lail
918/95
Nancy Lail
919195
Libby Lail
9/12/95
Larry Kiziah
9/14/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
9/21195
Tom Flowers
10n/95
Nancy Lail
10%7/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
10/15/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
10/19/95
Libby Lail
IO/2i1/95
Libby Lail
10/27/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
11/13/95
Donnie Lail
11/15/95 .
Larry Kiziah
11/16/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
11/22/95
Roy Lail
11/218/95
Nanc Lail
11/30/95
Larry Kiziah
12/.1/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
Odor Complaints
Page 3

1211/95
Libby Lail
12/1/95
_
Larry Kiziah
IV7/95
Jo Ann Kiziah
12/21/95
Larry Kiziah
114/96
1996
Nancy Lail
1 /4/96
Larry Kiziah
1/4/96
Roy Lail
115/96
Larry Kiziah
115/96
Donnie Lail
1/12/96
Nancy Lail
1/12198
Roy Lail
1/14 98
Nancy Lail
1/14/96
Jo Ann Kiziah
1/14/96
Nancy Lail
1/14/96
Libby Lail
1/15/96
Nancy Lail
1/25/96
Donnie Lail
1/27/96
Donnie Lail
1/28/96
Larry Kiziah
_ 2A6/96
Larry Kiziah
218/96
Donnie Lail
246/98
Nancy Lail
218/96
Jo Ann Kiziah
— 2J9/96
Libby Lail
200/98
Nancy Lail
2/113/96
LarryKiziah
2/17/96
Nancy Lail
2/17/96
Libby Lail
2/17/96
Sharon Smith
2/17/96
Nancy Lail
2117196
Nancy Lail
2/17/96
Nancy Lail
212,0196
Roy Lail
2rM98
Donnie Lail
2/23/96
Nancy Lail
2/Z4/96
Nancy Lail
2/25/96
Nancy Lail
2/27/96
Nancy Lail
2/28/96
La Kiziah
3/14/96
Donnie Lail
3/14/96
Lary Kiziah
3/15/96
Nancy Lail
3/15/96
Lary Kiziah
3/20/96
Nancy Lail
3/20/96
Donnie Lail
3/20/96
Jo Ann Kiziah
3/22/96
Larry Kiziah
3/2'P/96
Nancy Lail
Odor Complaints
Page 4

3/29/96
Nancy Lail
4/98
Larry Kiziah
4/4/98
Nancy Lail
4/12196
Nancy Lail
4/16/96
Donnie Lail
4/16/96
_. Nancy Lail
4/17/96
Donnie Lail
4/17196
Larry Kiziah
4/18/96
Roy Lail
4/25/96
Larry Kiziah
4/25/98
Moore's Hardware
515/96
Nancy Lail
5/21/96
Jo Ann Kiziah
5/21/96
Nancy Lail
5/22/96
Mrs Lutz
6/29/96
Nancy Lail
711/96
Nancy Lail
7/17/96
Nancy Lail
10/30/96
Nancy Lail
_12/14/98
Nancy Lail
12/31/96
J.T. Adair
12/31/96
Mrs Bowers
1/11/97
1997
Nancy Lail
1/14/97
Sunbelt
348/97
Nancy Lail
3/27/97
Abbey Lutz
4/1'6/97
Sunbelt
5/112/97
Jannet Dyson
5/12/97
Fred Menlen
5/12/97
Gladis Sipes
7/2/97
Mary Hicks
7/23/97
Sharon Smith
848/97
Benny Yount
1OA9197
Dana Ingram
10/23/97
Francis Petree
Odor Complaints
Page 5
TOTAL P.07

STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
OWNER AND ENGINEER
. FOR
STUDY AND REPORT
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
THIS IS AN AGREEMENT made as of __ �. C ►-� �t �. U . lg q
between The City of Hickory, North Carolina
("OWNER") and
Camp Dresser & McKee
('ENGINEER"),
OWNER intends to update the residuals management plan for the
Hickory Regional Sludge Consortium consisting of the cities of
Hickory, Newton, Conover, & Catawba -County. The objective is to
determine if the current strategy of composting should be continued
and to evaluate if alternative strategies should be implemented to
manage wastewater residuals in the future.
the "Project").
OWNER and ENGINEER in consideration of their mutual covenants herein agree in
respect of the performance or furnishing of professional engineering services by ENGI-
NEER with respect to the Project and the payment for those services by OWNER as set
forth below. Execution of this Agreement by ENGINEER and OWNER constitutes
OWNER's written authorization to ENGINEER to proceed on the date first above
written with the Basic Services described in Section 2 below and as further set forth in
Exhibit A, "Further Description of Engineering Services and Related Matters" ("Exhib-
it A'). This Agreement will become effective on the date first above written.
Page 1 of 9
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MCM0X17---C.ENER At,
1.1. Standard of Care.
ENGINEER shall perform for or funvsh
to OWNER professional engineering and
related services in all phases of the
Project to which this Agreement applies
as hereinafter provided. ENGINEER
shall serve as OWNER's professional
and engineering representative for the
Project providing professional engineer-
ing consultation and advice with respect
thereto. ENGINEER may employ such
ENGINEER's Subcontractors as ENGI-
NEER deems necessary to assist in the
performance or furnishing of professional
engineering and related services hereun-
der. ENGINEER shall not be required to
employ any OWNER's Subcontractors
unacceptable to ENGmEER.
The standard of care for all professional
engineering and related services. per-
formed or furnished by ENGINEER under -
this Agreement will be the care and skill
ordinarily used by members of ENGI-
NEER's profession practicing under
similar conditions. at the same time and
in the same locality. ENGINEER makes
no warranties, express or implied, under
this Agreement or otherwise, in connec-
tion with ENGINEER'S services.
1.2. Definitions
Wherever used in this Agreement the
following terms have the meanings
indicated which are applicable to both
the singular and plural thereof:
1.2.1. Additional Services..
Additional Services means the services
to be performed for or furnished to
OWNER by ENGINEER described in
Section 3 of this Agreement .
12.2. Agreemen t.
Agreement means this Standard Form of
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Agreement between OWNER and ENGI-
NEER for Professional Services• including"
those exhibits Iisted in Section 9 of this
Agreement.
1.2.3. Basic Services.
Basic Services means the services to be
performed for or furnished to OWNER by,
ENGINEER described in Section 2 of this
Agreement.
1.2A. Construction Cost.
Construction Cost means the total cost to
OWNER of those portions of the entire
Project designed or specified ' by ENGI-
NEER. Construction Cost does not include
ENGINEER's compensation and expenses,
the cost of land, rights -of -way, or com-
pensation for or damages to properties, or
OWNER's legal, accountin fi, insurance .
counseling or auditing services, or interest
and financing charges incurred in connec-
tion with the Project or the cost of other
services to be provided by others to
OWNER pursuant to Section 4 of this
Agreement. Construction- Cost is one of
the items comprising Total Project Costs.
1.25. Engineer's Subcontractor.
ENGINEER's Subcontractor means a
person or entity having a contract with
ENGNEER to perform or furnish Basic or
Additional Services as ENGINEER's
independent professional subcontractor
engaged directly on the Project.
12.6. Reimbursable. Expenses.
Reimbursable Expenses means the expens-
es incurred directly in connection with the
performance or furnishing of Basic and
Additional Services for the 'Project for
which OWNER shall pay ENGINEER as
indicated in Exhibit A.
1.2.9. Total Project Costs.
Total Project Costs means the sum of the
Construction Cost, allowances for contin-
gencies, the total costs of design proles-'
sional and related services provided by
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ENGINEER and (on the basis of infomla-
tion furnished by OWNER) allowances
for such other items as charges of all
other professionals and consultants, for
the cost of land and rights -of -way, for
compensation for or damages to proper-
ties, for interest and financing charges
and for other services to be provided by
others to OWNER under Section 4.
SECTION 2—BASIC SERVICES OF
ENGINEER
2.1. Study and Report Phase.
Upon this Agreement becoming effective,
ENGINEER shall:
2.1.1. Consult with OWNER to clarify
and define OWNER's requirements for
the Project and review available data.
2.1M Advise OWNER as to the necessi-
ty of OWNER's providing or obtaining
from others data or services which are
not part of ENGINEER's Basic Services,
and assist OWNER in obtaining such
data and services.
2.1.3. Identify and analyze requirements
of governmental authorities having
jurisdiction to approve the portions of
the Project specified by ENGINEER with
whom consultation is to be undertaken in
connection with the Project.
2.1.4. Evaluate various alternate
solutions available to OWNER as
described in Exhibit .A, and, after
consultation with OWNER, recommend
to OWNER those solutions which in
ENGINEER's judgment best meet
OWNER's requirements for the Project.
2.1.5. Prepare a report (the "Report")
which will contain the statement of
OWNER's requirements for the Project
and, as appropriate, will contain sche-
matic layouts, sketches and conceptual
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design criteria with appropriate exhibits
to indicate the considerations involved
and those alternate solutions available
to OWNER which ENGINEER recom-
mends. This report will be accompanied
by ENGINEER's opinion of Total Project
Costs for each solution which is so
recommended for the Project, including
the following:
opinion of probable Construction Cost;
allowances for contingencies including
costs of design professional and related
services based on information furnished
by OWNER for allowances and other
items and services included within the
definition of Total Project Costs.
2.1.6. Furnish the Report to and review it
with OWNER
2.1.7. Revise the Report in response to
OWNER's comments, as appropriate, and
furnish final copies of the Report. in the
number set forth in Exhibit A.
2.1.8. Submit the Report within the
stipulated period indicated in Exhibit A.
2.1.9. ENGINEER's services under the
Study and Report Phase will be consid-
ered complete at the earlier of (1) the
date when the Report has been accepted
by OWNER or (2) thirty, days after the
date when such Report is delivered to
OWNER for final acceptance, plus in
each case such additional time as may be
considered reasonable for obtaining
approval of governmental authorities
having, jurisdiction to review the portions
of the Project specified by ENGINEER, if
such approval is -to be obtained during the
Study and Report Phase.
The duties and responsibilities of ENGI-
NEER during the Study and Report Phase
as set forth in this paragraph 2.1 are
amended and supplemented as indicated
in Exhibit A.
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SECTION 3—ADDITIONAL SERVICES
nF EN UM
3.1. Additional Services Requiring
'Authorization in Advance
If authorized in writing by OWNER,
ENGINEER shall furnish or obtain from
others. Additional Services of the types
listed in paragraphs 3.1.1 through 3.1.9;
inclusive, as amended and supplemented
as indicated in Exhibit A. These services
are not included as part of Basic Services
except to the extent otherwise provided
in Exhibit A. These services will be paid
for by OWNER as indicated in Section 6.
3.1.1. Preparation of applications and
supporting documents (in addition to
those furnished under Basic Services) for
private or goven-tinental grants, loans or
advances in connection with the Project;
preparation or review of environmental
assessments and impact statements;
review and evaluation of the effect on
the design requirements of the Project of
any such statements and documents
prepared by others; and .assistance in
obtaining approvals of authorities
having jurisdiction over the anticipated
environmental impact of the Project.
3.12 Services to make measured draw-
ings of or to investigate existing condi-
tions or facilities, .or to verify the
accuracy of drawings or other informa-
tion furnished by OWNER
3.13. Services resulting from significant
changes in the scope, extent or character
of the portions of the Project specified. by
ENGINEER or its design requirements
including, but not limited to, changes in
size, complexity, OWNFR's schedule,
character of construction or method of
financing; and revising previously
accepted studies or reports, or when such
revisions are required .by changes in laws,
rules, regulations, ordinances, codes or
orders enacted subsequent to the effective
date of this Agreement, or are due to any
other causes beyond ENGINEER'S control.
3.1.4. Services resulting from facts
revealed about conditions:
3.1.4.1. which are different from
information about such conditions
that OWNER previously provided to
ENGINEER and upon which ENGI-
NEER was entitled to rely, or
3.1.4.2. as to which OWNER had
responsibility to provide if such
information was not previously
provided.
3.1.5. Providing renderings or models for
OWNER's use.
3.1.6. Undertaking investigations and
studies including, but not limited to,
detailed consideration of operations,
maintenance and overhead expenses; the
preparation of cash flow and economic
evaluations, rate schedules and apprais-
als; assistance in obtaining financing for
the 'Project; evaluating processes avail-
able for licensing and assisting OWNER
in obtaining process licensing.
3.1.7. Furnishing services of ENGINEER's,
Subconsultants for other than Basic
Services.
3.1.8. Services during out-of-town travel
required of ENGINEER other than visits
to the site or OWNER's office as required
by -Section 2.
3.1.9. Other additional services per-
formed or furnished by ENGINEER in
connection with the Project.
SECTION 4—OV1BS
RFSP ISIBii TT
Except as otherwise provided in Exhibit
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A, OWNER shall do the following a
timely manner so as not to delay the
services of ENGINEER and shall bear all
costs incident thereto:
4.1. Designate in writing a person to act
as OWNER's representative with
respect to the services to be performed or
.furnished by ENGINEER under this
Agreement. Such person will have
complete authority to transmit instruc-
tions, receive information, interpret and
define OWNER's policies and decisions
with respect to ENGINEER's services•for
the Project.
4Z Assist ENGINEER by placing at
ENGINEER's disposal all available
information pertinent to the Project
including previous reports and any other
data relative to design or construction of
the Project.
4.3. Furnish to ENGINEER as requested
by ENGINEER for performance of Basic
Services or as required by the Contract
Documents, the following:
4.3.1. data prepared by or services of
others, including without limitation
explorations and tests of subsurface
conditions at or contiguous to the site,
drawings of physical conditions in or
relating to existing surface or subsur-
face structures at or contiguous to the
site, or hydrographic sun►eys; - .
4.3.2. appropriate professional
interpretations of all of the forego-
ing;
4.3.3. environmental assessments,
audits, investigations and impact
statements, and other relevant
environmental or cultural studies as
to 'the Project, the site and adjacent
areas.
OWNER shall be responsible for, and
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ENGINEER may rely upon, the accuracy.
and completeness of all reports, data and
other information furnished pursuant to
this paragraph. ENGINEER may . use
such reports, data and information in
performing or famishing services under
this Agreement.
4A. Arrange for access to and make all
provisions for ENGINEER to enter upon
public and private property as required
for ENGINEER to perform services under
this Agreement.
4.5. Examine all alternate solutions,
studies, reports, sketches, Drawings,.
Specifications, proposals and other
documents presented by ENGINEER
(including obtaining advice of an attor-
ney, insurance counselor and other consul-
tants as OWNER deems appropriate .
with respect to such examination) and
render in writing decisions pertaining
thereto.
4.6. - Provide, as may be required for the
Project:
4.6.1. accounting, bond and financial .
advisory, independent cost estimat-
ing and insurance counseling services;
4.6.2. such legal services as OWNER
may require or ENGINEER may
reasonably request with regard to
legal issues pertaining to the Project.
4.7. Give prompt written notice to ENGI-
NEER whenever OWNER observes or
otherwise becomes aware of any devel-
opment that affects the scope or time of
performance or furnishing of
ENGINEER's services, or any defect or
nonconformance in ENGINEER's services.
4.8. Furnish, or direct ENGINEER to
provide, Additional Services as stipulat-
ed in paragraph 3.1 of this _Agreement or
other services as -required.
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SECTION 5—TIMES FOR RENDERING
SERVIrTs
5.1. - If in this Agreement specific periods
of time for rendering services are set
forth or specific dates by which services
are to be completed are provided and if
such periods of time or dates are changed
through no fault of ENGINEER, the rates
and amounts of compensation provided -
for herein shall be subject to equitable
adjustment. If OWNER has requested
changes in the scope, extent or character
of the Project, the time of. performance of
ENGINEER's. services shall be adjusted
equitably.
SECTION 6—PAYMENTS TO ENGI-
NEER FOR SERVICES
AND REIMBURSABLE
- E�rn�rtcuc
6.I. Methods of Payment for Services and
Expenses of Engineer
6.1.1. For Basic Services.
OWNER shall pay ENGINEER for Basic
Services performed or furnished under
Section 2 on the basis set forth'in Exhibit
A.
6.1.2. For Additional Services.
OWNER shall pay ENGINEER- for
Additional Services performed or
furnished under Section 3 on the'basis set
forth in Exhibit A.
6.13. For Reimbursable Expenses.
In addition to payments .provided for in
paragraphs 6.1.1 ' and 6.1.2, OWNER
shall pay ENGINEER for Reimbursable
Expenses incurred by ENGINEER and
ENGINEER's Subcontractors as set forth
in Exhibit A. The amount payable for
Reimbursable Expenses will include a
factor to the extent so indicated in
Exhibit A.
6.1.4. Tax on Services
The .amount of any excise, VAT or gross
receipts tax that may be imposed shall be
added to the compensation as determined
above.
6.7- Other Provisions Concerning
Payments
6.2.1. Preparation of Invoices
Invoices for Basic and Special Services
and Reimbursable Expenses will be
prepared in accordance with ENGI-
NEER's standard invoicing practices and
will be submitted to OWNER by ENGI.,
NEER at least monthly. The amount -
billed for Basic Services and Special
Services in each invoice will be calculat-
ed on the basis set forth -in Exhibit A. -
Invoices are due and payable.on receipt
6.2.2. Unpaid Invoices.
If OWNER fails to make payment due
ENGINEER for services and expenses
within thirty days after receipt of
ENGINEER's. invoice therefor, the
amounts due ENGINEER will be in-
creased at the rate of 1.0°10 per month (or
the maximum rate of interest permitted .
by law, if less) from said thirtieth day;
and, in addition, ENGINEER may, after
giving seven days' . written notice to
OWNER, suspend services under this
Agreement until ENGINEER has been
paid in full all amounts due for services,
expenses and charges. Payments will be
credited first to interest and then to
principal. In the eventof a disputed or
contested billing, only that portion so
contested may. be withheld. from pay-
ment, and the undisputed portion will be
paid.
OWNER agrees to pay ENGINEER all
costs of collection including but not
limited to reasonable attorneys' fees,
collection fees and court costs incurred by
ENGINEER• to collect properly due
Payments -
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7-L Opinions of Probable Construction
Cost.
ENGINEER's opinions of probable
Construction Cost provided for herein are
to be made on the basis of ENGINEER's
experience and qualifications and
represent ENGINEER's best judgment as
an experienced and qualified profession-
al engineer generally familiar with the
construction industry. However, since
ENGINEER has no control over the cost
of labor, materials, equipment or services
furnished by others, or over the Contrac-
tor's methods of determining prices, or
over competitive bidding or market
conditions, ENGINEER cannot and does
not guarantee that proposals, bids or
actual Construction Cost will not vary
from opinions of probable Construction
Cost prepared by ENGINEER. If
OWNER wishes greater assurance as to
probable Construction Cost, OWNER
shall employ an independent cost
estimator as provided in paragraph .
4.6.1.
SECTION 8—GENERAL
OI�T ro1;RATTOT�TS
8.L Termination.
The obligation to provide -further servic-
es under this Agreement may be - termi-
nated by either party upon thirty days'
written notice in the event of substantial
failure by the other party to perform in
accordance with the terms thereof
through no fault of .the terminating
party. In the- event of any termination,
ENGINEER will be paid for all services
rendered and reimbursable expenses
incurred to the date of termination and,
in addition, all reimbursable expenses
directly attributable to termination. .
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8.2- Reuse of Documents,
All documents provided or furnished by
ENGINEER (or ENGINEER's Subcontrac-
tors) pursuant to'. this Agreement are
instruments of service in respect of the
Project, and ENGINEER and ENGI=
NEER's, Subcontractors, as appropriate,
shall retain an ownership and .property
interest therein (including the right of
reuse by and at the discretion of ENGI-
NEER and ENGINEER'S Subcontractors,
as appropriate) whether or not the
Project is completed. OWNER may make
and retain copies for information and
reference in connection with the use and
occupancy of the Project by .OWNER and
others; however, such documents are not
intended or represented to be suitable for
reuse by OWNER or others on extensions
of the Project or on any other project, Any
such reuse without written verification or
adaptation by ENGINEER and ENGI-
NEER:s Subconsultants, as appropriate,
for the specific purpose intended will be
at OWNTER's sole risk and without
liability or legal exposure to ENGINEER,
or to ENGINEER'S Subcontractors, and
OWNER shall indemnify and hold
harmless ENGINEER and ENGINEER's
Subconsultants from all claims, damages,
losses and expenses including attomeys'
fees arising out of or resulting therefrom.
Any such verification or adaptation will
entitle ENGINEER to further 'compensa-
tion at rates to be agreed upon by OWN-
ER and ENGINEER.
8.3. ControIling Law.
This Agreement is to be governed by the
law of the principal place of business of
M. Successors and Assigns.
8.4.1. OWNER and ENGINEER each is
hereby bound and the partners, successors,
executors, administrators and legal
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representatives of OWNER and ENGI-
NEER (and to the extent permitted by
paragraph 8.4.2 the assigns of OWNER
and ENGINEER) are hereby bound to the
other party to this Agreement and to the
partners, successors, executors, adminis-
trators and legal representatives (and
said assigns) of such. other party, in
respect of all covenants, agreements and
obligations of this Agreement.
8.4.2. Neither OWNER nor ENGINEER
may assign, sublet or transfer any rights
under or interest (including, but without
limitation, moneys that may become due
or moneys that are due) in this Agree-
ment without the written consent of the
other, except to the extent that any
assignment, subletting or transfer is
mandated by law or the effect of this
limitation may be restricted by law.
Unless specifically stated to the contrary
in any written consent to an assignment,
no assignment will release or discharge
the assignor from any duty or responsibil-
ity under this Agreement.
8.4.3. Unless expressly provided other-
wise in this Agreement:
8.4.3.1. Nothing in this Agreement
shall be construed to create, impose
or give rise to any duty owed 'by
ENGINEER to any Contractor,
Subcontractor, Supplier, other person
or entity, or to any surety 'for or
employee of any of them, or give any
rights in or benefits under this
Agreement to anyone other than
OWNER and ENGINEER
8.43.2. All duties and .responsibili-
ties undertaken pursuant to this
Agreement will be for the sole and'
exclusive benefit of OWNER and
ENGINEER and not for the benefit of
any other party.
B.S. Notices.
Any notice required under this Agreement
will be in writing, addressed to the
appropriate party at the address which
appears on the signature page 'to this
Agreement '(as modified in writing from
time to time by such party) and given
personally, by registered or certified
mail, return receipt requested, .by facsiani-
le, or by a nationally recognized over-
night courier service. All notices shall be
effective upon the date of receipt.
8.6 ,Severability.
Any provision or part of the Agreement
held to be void or unenforceable under any
law or regulation shall be deemed
stricken, and all remaining .provisions
shall continue to be valid and binding
upon OWNER and ENGINEER, who
agree that the Agreement shall be
reformed to replace such stricken provi-
sion or part thereof with a valid, and
enforceable provision that comes as close
as possible to expressing the intention of
the stricken provision.
U. Insurance
ENGINEER shall procure and maintain
insurance for protection from claims under
workers' compensation acts, claims for
damages because of bodily injury includ-
ing personal injury, sickness or disease or
death of any and all employees or of any
person other than such employees, and
from claims or damages because of injury
to or destruction of property including loss
of use resulting therefrom,
B.S. Discovery
ENGINEER shall be entitled to com-
plensation on a time and materials basis
when responding to all requests for
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discoveries relating to this Project and to
the extent that ENGINEER is not a party
to the lawsuit.
B.S. Unforeseen Conditions
At any time during the Iife of this
Agreement should any substance be
uncovered or encountered at the site that
would void or otherwise adversely
impact the ENGINEER's professional
liability insurance, the ENGINEER
reserves the right to renegotiate the
terms and conditions of this Agreement,
the fees for the ENGINEER's services,
and the ENGINEER's continued in-
volvement in the Project.
SECTION 9--EXHIBITS AND 'SPECIAL
9.1. This Agreement is subject to the
provisions of the following Exhibits
Which are attached to and made a part of
the Agreement: .
9.1.1. Exhibit A, "Further Description of
Engineering Services and Related. Mat-
ters," consisting of 6 page
9.1.2.
None
This Agreement (consisting of Pages 1 to 9
inclusive, and the exhibits identified.
above) constitute the entire agreement
between OWNER and ENGINEER and
supersede all prior written or oral under-
standings. This Agreement may only be
amended, supplemented, modified or
canceled by a duly executed -written
instrument.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement to be
effective as of the date first above written.
OlArNER: ENGINEER:
G F I C k D Camp Dresser & McKee
G
Titlf,! O,f"y AA a r` Z "e r
Address forgiving notices:
CKQL /V C 2O/n --o3g8
My:- John L. Roberts, P.E.
Title- Senior Associate
Address for giving notices:
5400 Glenwood Avenue
Suite 300
Raleigh, NC 27612
This instrument -has been preaudited In the
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EXHIBIT A TO AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
OWNER AND ENGINEER
FOR
STUDY AND REPORT
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES.
FURTHER DESCRIPTION OF ENGINEERING SERVICES AND RELATED MATTERS
This is an exhibit attached to and made a part of the Agreement dated . a a rLI19�
between The QW of Hickory. North Carolina (OWNER) and Camn Dresser & McKee
(ENGINEER) for study and report professional services.
1. The Basic Services of ENGINEER as described in Section 2 of said Agreement are
amended and supplemented as follows:
The Hickory Regional Sludge Consortium (Consortium) consisting of the cities of
Hickory, Newton, Conover, and Catawba County is interested in updating its residuals
management plan. The objective is to determine if the current strategy of composting
should be continued and to evaluate if alternative strategies should be implemented to
manage wastewater residuals in the future. This Agreement scope of basic services
includes Phases I and II of this study. Phase III may be authorized by the OWNER via
amendment of this Agreement. The following describes the scope of services included in
this Agreement.
Task 1-Sludge Quantities and Characteristics Assessment
■ Review the current sludge production data from all wastewater treatment
facilities of Consortium members (5 wastewater treatment plants), including the
degree of processing provided at each facility, method of collection, storage
capacity, and sludge characteristics. Based on future wastewater flow data
provided by. Consortium members, future sludge production and processing
needs will be assessed.
Task 2 - Capacity Evaluation of the Sludge Compost Facility
■ Review design documents for the Sludge Compost Facility and evaluate each unit
process for actual capacity and performance through discussions with operation
personnel and by comparison to similar facilities.
■ Identify limiting processes in the Sludge Compost Facility and capital
improvements required for full utilization of processing capacity.
Task 3 - AlteriiativiSolids Management Strategy Development
■ Interview each of the Compost Facility Consortium members (4 meetings
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budgeted) to to discuss residuals management options available to them, and
estimate the costs of those options.
■ Based on knowledge of the local conditions and future regulatory developments,
screen and develop alternative solids management strategies for further
evaluation. A preliminary screening of alternatives for each member of the
Consortium will also be conducted.
■ Conduct a meeting with Consortium members to discuss Phase I findings and to
refine the scope of Phase II.
Task 4 - Technical Evaluation of Current Operation of the Sludge Compost Facility
■ Review the annual cost records of the Hickory Regional Compost Facility and
estimate the current total annual costs of operations. This review will focus on the
most recent 1 year of operating cost data, and will include a more cursory review
of the last 3 years of data.
Based on review of operating cost records, break down the facility operating costs
into the following cost accounting components:
• Labor
• Energy
• Fuel
• Chemicals (polymer, odor control chemicals, etc.)
• Compost amendments (wood chips, sawdust, wood ash, etc.)
• Capital improvements
• Major. repairs
Maintenance materials, supplies, and tools
• Other outside services (laboratory, trucking, janitorial, site maintenance,
etc.)
• Debt service
• Administrative
• Overhead
• Profit
■ Based on review of operating .cost records and the cost accounting breakdown
shown above, break down the facility operating costs into at least the following
facility components.
• Biosolids transport and storage
• Biosolids dewatering
• Composting in tunnel reactors
• Compost curing and storage outside of reactors --
Compost distribution and marketing
• Odor control
• High strength charges
• Regulatory monitoring, record keeping, and reporting
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■ Review daily operation summaries from the past year to determine the volumes
and general characteristics of biosolids dewatered and composted during each day
of operations. Summarize in a mass balance spreadsheet showing daily amounts
of biosolids processed in terms of dry solids, total solids, water, and estimated
BOD concentrations (for incoming biosolids and filtrate returned for treatment).
The mass balance spreadsheet shall include the following process streams:
• Biosolids brought in for processing (further broken down into sources)
• Biosolids dewatered (including infeed, outfeed, and volume
/concentration)
• Biosolids composted (including infeed, outfeed, amendments added, water
evaporated, and leachate returned for treatment)
• Composted biosolids cured
• Finished compost marketed including market price and destinations
■ Evaluate the impact of septage discharge into the composting facility.
■ Based on review of operating costs and daily processing amounts, estimate the
facility's unit operating costs in terms of cost per dry ton and cost per wet ton of
biosolids dewatered and composted.
■ Compare the above findings with estimated operating costs of at least two other.
belt filter -press dewatering and two other tunnel -reactor composting facilities
currently operating:
Task 5 - Evaluate Alternatives and Facilitate Workshop
■ Evaluate the screened alternatives including the existing composting option by
comparing cost and non -cost factors. Present worth cost analyses for the selected
alternative(s) will be conducted.
■ Facilitate a workshop with representatives of the Consortium to review the
findings and operational comparisons, and to discuss the technical considerations
for the following options for the Sludge Compost Facility.
• Cost cutting measures for continued operation of the facility.
Seasonal operation at reduced rates and reduced costs.
• Minimal operation of facility -to maintain operational readiness.
• Ceasing of Sludge Compost Facility operations entirely.
■ Summarize the above findings and operational comparisons in a technical report
and provide draft 5 copies to the Compost Facility Consortium for review. CDM
will incorporate comments from a consolidated set of review comments and
provide 5 copies of the technical report. This report will be formatted in a way to
facilitate incorporation into the final report. .
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■ Draft an implementation plan based on recommendations and provide 5 copies to
the Consortium.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
The OWNER reserves the right to amend this Agreement so that the ENGINEER may
furnish additional services including those listed below which are not currently part of
the Basic Services. These additional services will be paid for by the OWNER in a amount
and by a method to be negotiated as an amendment to this Agreement at the time the
services are requested.
Task 6 - Conduct Public Information Meetings
■ Present the study findings to Managers of Consortium members.
■ Conduct a public information meeting in Catawba County presenting the results
of the study and implementation plan.
Task 7 - Institutional/Financial/Operations Evaluation of Current
Agreement/Operations for the Sludge Consortium
■ Review existing Contracts.
• CDM will review the existing operations contract and evaluate options for
amendment to contract.
• CDM will review existing contracts among participants in the Consortium.
• CDM will evaluate any outstanding debt or other capital debt obligations
of the Consortium or Consortium members. Recommendations for
alternatives that would improve financial condition will be made.
• CDM will review grant documents which provided funds for the facility
.and outline the obligations of the Consortium. The grantor agencies will
be contacted to resolve any questions. If a decision is made to cease active
use of the facility, CDM will assist with any negotiations with the grantor
on behalf on the Consortium..
■ Preparation of Consortium Financial Model.
CDM will prepare a financial model of the current solids management approach.
The model will project costs over a 10 to 20-year period. It will be designed with
several variables, including the ability to change:
future capital improvement projects, escalated cost and schedule;
financing mechanisms (G.O. Bond, SRF, Revenue bonds, Pay-as-you-go)
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for improvements and debt terms;
• estimates for the amount of biosolids processed:
• escalation factors for labor, other operating costs, and construction outlays;
• existing reserve fund additions.and withdrawals, such as debt service
reserve, renewal and replacement reserve and
• Operating cost projections from operations costs study and any changes in
operations contract costs, as they increase or decrease from one plan
alternative to the next.
The spreadsheet software will be either Excel or 1-2-3, depending on the
Consortium's preference.
■ Financial Scenarios and Sensitivity Reports.
The next step in the financial analysis is to input information from the alternatives
prepared by CDM and the Consortium's staff. This information includes
alternative capital improvement programs, variations in biosolids flow estimates,
and changes in present and future operating costs. Once these alternative inputs
are made, CDM will work closely with the Consortium's finance staff to evaluate
each alternative. The financial plan will consider funding limitations, as well as,
the near and long-term impacts each alternative will have on the Consortium's
existing financial strength. The alternatives that are financially feasible will be
presented in the model as separate scenarios.
After the financially feasible plan alternatives are identified, CDM will attend a
one -day meeting with the Consortium's staff. This will be a "what if" session
where the staff and CDM will evaluate and/or change individual inputs and
verify that the financial assumptions used are still appropriate. The financial
model can be used during this "what if, session to demonstrate the impact of
suggested changes. As a final analysis CDM will, prepare a sensitivity report, with
5 copies, comparing the impact each scenario has on the total financial condition
of the facility. The model can be used to prepare proforma reports projecting
revenues and expenditures of the facility under the different scenarios.
■ Review _existing permits provisions for operation of facility.
■ Conduct administrative evaluation of options for minimal operation of the facility
to maintain operational readiness.
■ Summarize the above findings and management considerations in a report to the
Consortium This report will be in a format that facilitates incorp
final report. oration into the
2. The responsibilities of OWNER as descn'bed in Section 4 of said Agreement are amended
and supplemented.as follows:-
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■ Provide all related documents such as copies of agreements, grant
documents, previous residuals and wastewater study reports, site
drawings, and financial records for review in.a timely manner.
3. The time periods for the performance of ENGINEER's services as set forth in Section 5 of
said Agreement are amended and supplemented as follows: .
Phase I will be completed within seven months from the date of the Work Order
authorization. Phase II will be completed within four months of the date of the Work
Order authorization.
4. The method of payment for services rendered by ENGINEER shall be as set forth below:
This Agreement provides an upper limit of compensation to the ENGINEER of $115,000.
The OWNER shall authorize work via lump sum Work Orders. Each Work Order shall
include a definition of the task(s), scope of services, estimated work completion date,
lump sum cost authorized by the Work Order, and total lump sum fee authorized to date
(sum of individual work order cost authorizations).
For the Basic Services authorized and performed under the Work Orders, the OWNER
agrees to pay the ENGINEER lump sum fees. Partial payments shall be made by the
OWNER on a monthly basis in proportion to the percentage of work completed and the
balance of payment made when the work is completed.
5. OWNER has established the following special provisions and/or other considerations or
requirements in respect of the Assignment.
None.
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MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER Qi L^.-L.I-T--N'-_-. ----- ---
March 16, 1998
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RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Graham K. Gilley, P.E.,
Public Services Director
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 396
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
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Subject: Notice of Violation
Permit Condition Part I, (4) and
NCGS 142-214.1(a)
Hickory Regional Compost
Facility
Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County
The City of Hickory was issued Permit No. WQ0004563, effective August 6,
1996, to distribute Class A wastewater residuals. Part I, Condition 4 of the Permit
states, "In the event that the residuals program is not operated satisfactorily, including
the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take any immediate corrective
actions as may be required by the Division.".
This Office has determined that strong, pungent odors were emanating from
compost provided by the Hickory Regional Compost Facility which had been spread on
several farm fields off of Emmanuel Church Road in Catawba County. These odors
were not those usually associated with properly cured compost. The strength and nature
of these odors were such that nuisance conditions were being created in violation of
Part I, Condition 4 of Permit No. WQ0004563 and NCGS 142-214.1. This Office does
not feel that these conditions would have existed if the compost had been properly
cured (see attached report).
North Carolina General Statute (NCGS) 143-215.6A provides for a civil
penalty assessment of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) against any
person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
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requirements of any permit issued pursuant to NCGS 143-215.1.
It is requested that you respond to this Notice in writing by March 25, 1998.
Your response should include an explanation of actions that will be taken by the City
in order to prevent future violations of Part I, Condition 4 of Permit No. WQ0004563.
Should you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact either, Mr. Todd
St. John, Rex Gleason (Water Quality Regional Supervisor), or me at 704/663-1699.
Sincerely,
Barbara Christian, P.G.
Acting Regional Supervisor
cc: Mr. Dennis Ramsey
Catawba County Health Department
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
919 NORTH MAIN STREET
MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28115
REPORT OF: Complaint Investigation
DATE OF INVESTIGATION: March 6, 1998
INVESTIGATED BY: Todd St. Johns IME SPENT: 3 Hours
PLACE VISITED: Farm Fields off of Emmanuel Church Road, Catawba County
PHYSICAL LOCATION: Same
MAILING ADDRESS: N/A
TELEPHONE #: N/A
RIVER BASIN: Catawba
PERSON CONTACTED: Wayne Carroll, ORC of the Hickory Compost Facility
REASON FOR VISIT: Compost from the Hickory Compost Facility is creating nuisance
conditions.
COPIES TO: Catawba County Health Department
REPORT:
On March 5, 1998, this Office received several calls regarding strong odors reportedly
emanating from compost provided by the Hickory Compost Facility that had been spread on
several farm fields off of Emmanuel Church Road in Catawba County.
On March 6, 1998, Mr. Todd St. John, the writer, and Mr. Alan Johnson from this Office
met with Mr. Wayne Carroll of the Hickory Compost Facility and proceeded to the subject farm
fields. Upon arrival at the fields the writer and Mr. Johnson noticed strong, pungent odors
coming from the direction of fields that had received the compost. The odor was not like the odor
associated with poultry operations or dry poultry litter application. (There is a dry litter poultry
operation at the subject farm.) The investigators approached a large pile of compost that had not
yet been spread and noted the same above mentioned odor emanating from the compost pile.
This compost had been delivered by the Hickory Compost Facility earlier that week, according to

Mr. Carroll. Other compost that had been there much longer did not reveal the same pungent
odors as the fresh compost. At that time, the writer informed Mr. Carroll that the fresh compost
should not be producing the kind of strong odors that were emanating from the compost. The
writer advised Mr. Carroll of the permit condition in the Hickory Compost Facility's permit
(Permit No. WQ0004563) Part I, (4) which states, "In the event that the residuals program is not
operated satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take any
immediate corrective actions as may be required by the Division." The writer advised Mr. Carroll
that the Hickory Compost Facility should no longer release any compost that creates strong,
pungent odors. Mr. Carroll and the writer discussed the fact that an additional curing time on the
pad should significantly reduce the odors resulting in compost that has an odor that is more
characteristic of properly cured compost. Mr. Carroll indicated that the compost was first brought
to the subject site in December, 1997. This Office will send a Notice of Violation to the City of
Hickory for creating nuisance conditions. This Office will continue to work with the permittee
until this matter is resolved.

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Conover, NC 28613
Dear Ms. Pope:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
March 16, 1998
Subject: Complaint Investigation
Hickory Compost Facility
Catawba County, NC
Attached please find a copy of the Report of Investigation prepared by Mr.
Todd St. John with this Office regarding the complaint filed by you on March 5, 1998.
The Report should be self-explanatory; however, should there be any questions
or if you should need assistance from this Office in the future, please do not hesitate to
contact Mr. St. John or me.
Attachment
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 281 15
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2743 Emmanuel Church Road
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Dear Mr. Barringer:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
March 16, 1998
Subject: Complaint Investigation
Hickory Compost Facility
Catawba County, NC
Attached please find a copy of the Report of Investigation prepared by Mr.
Todd St. John with this Office regarding the complaint filed by you on March 5, 1998.
The Report should be self-explanatory; however, should there be any questions
or if you should need assistance from this Office in the future, please do not hesitate to
contact Mr. St. John or me.
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
March 16, 1998
Joe and Mildred Witherspoon
2771 Emmanuel Church Road
Conover, NC 28613
Subject: Complaint Investigation
Hickory Compost Facility
Catawba County, NC
Dear Mr. ans Ms. Witherspoon:
Attached please find a copy of the Report of Investigation prepared by Mr.
Todd St. John with this Office regarding the complaint filed by you on March 5, 1998.
The Report should be self-explanatory; however, should there be any questions
or if you should need assistance from this Office in the future, please do not hesitate to
contact Mr. St. John or me.'
Attachment
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 261 15
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SatE ':Jf North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 2,1998
Graham K. Gilley
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 396
Hickory, NC 28603-0398
Subject: Annual Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
Distribution and Marketing or Surface Disposal
Permit Number: WQ0004563
City of Hickory
Catawba County
Dear Graham K. Gilley,
The purpose of this letter is a reminder that the monitoring reports required by the
subject permit must be submitted as an Annual Report for calendar year 1997 by no later than
March f, 1998. The report must be submitted (in triplicate) to the following address:
DENR/DWQ/Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, N.C. 27626-0535
Due to limitations in storage space, please submit the reports in bound form rather than
in notebook form. Permittees are subject to civil penalty for failing to submit the Annual Report
as required by their permit.
Enclosed are the summary and certification sheets that must be used for your annual
report. Please complete these sheets and if necessary make copies of the blank forms if extras are
needed. The forms have not changed since last year, so you may use those you already have on
hand.
You will note that the forms include information required by EPA as outlined in 40 CFR
Part 503. Since the requirements of 40 CFR Part 503 are self implementing, they are legally
binding and enforceable Federal requirements for all persons subject to the requirements of 40
CFR Part 503, even if these requirements are not currently contained in the state permit. The
annual reports for the EPA must be received by EPA at the following address on or before
Febuary 19,1998.
Melinda Green
Clean Water Act Enforcement Section
Water Programs Enforcement Branch
Water Management. Division
U.S.EPA Region 4
61 Forsyth Street, S.W.
Atlanta, Ga. 30303-3104
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If there is a need for any information or clarification on the State reporting requirements,
please do not hesitate to contact Kevin Barnett of our staff at 919-733-5083 extension 529. For
further information on the Federal requirements, you should call Vince Miller of the
Environmental Protection Agency at 404-562-9345.
Sincerely,
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Dennis R. Ramsey
Assistant Chief for Non Discharge
Cc: Vince Miller, EPA Region IV
Mooresville Regional- Supervisor
Compliance / Enforcement File
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March 18, 1996
Mr. michael D. Allezi, Environmental Engineer
NC Department of EHNR
PO Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626--0535
SUBJECT: Application Na. WQ0004563
Additional Information Request
City of Hickory/Regional Compost Pacility
Catawba County
Dear Mr, Allen:
P. 02/04
I am in receipt of your letter dated March 5, 1996, and am
concerned with your comment referring to the 'ton -going" odor
problem associated with the Compost Facil.it:y. It is our contention
that the Compost Faci�.ity has met all air quality requirements and
does not have an von -going" problem. During the brief pex'iod when
can -site curing was occuring, the neighbors complained so the
process was stepped. Currently, all compost is hauled off -site for
final curing. This was done to appease those people rather than
argue over possible odors.
.The Compost Technical Committee has evaluated several
alternatives to our current methodology of compost curing. They
are as follows:
Alternative #1: Building an enclosure around the area necessary
for the two week final curing.
Reason for not implementing: The cost of this
structure was in excess of $1,000,000 with the
possibility of ovexload.ing the existing scrubber
system.
Altarnative #2: Negative pressure piles with air being
discharged into the existing scrubber.
Reason for not implementing: $60,0.00 per year
electrical cost associated with vacuum motors
and also the possibility of overloading the
existixig scrubber system.

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Alternative #S= Negative pressure piles with air being
discharged into constructed biofilter.
Reason for not implementing: $60,000
per year electrical cost associated with
vacuum motors and also passibility of
1pecoming nuisance to surrounding homeowners.
we are currently hauling compost away from the facility with
little or no on -site curing or storage. This methodology costs the
facility $50,000 per year in additional hauling cost with no
revenue being received for our unstable product. I hope you will
agree we have diligently pursued alleviating pad odorls.
Should your division have any suggestions or the ability to
offer financial assa,atance for the aforementioned alternatives, we
would certainly pursue them.
The acceptance of raw septage has always been in the design of
this project since its inception. Catawba County was encouraged by
the NC Dept. of Environment, kiealth and Natural Resources to
utilize the facility to handle the septage collected from
underground septic tanks. Catawba County staff followed these
reoommendations and invested much time and money into this regional
facility. Now that we are attempting to ppr'mit Catawba County
there appears to be concern. Your suggestion of pretreatment
through the local pOTw is exactly how we have been handling the
septage until our permit is amended, ''his interim solution has not
appeased Catawba County considering the investments the County has
made to utilize the facility.
The Compost Tecbnieal committee consists of (4 ) four Public
Service Directors with over 90 combined bears of wastewater
treatment experience_ Each director agrees the acceptance of
septage will offer some challenges, but none feel that these
challenges cannot be addressed. The facility is currently
receiving digested sludge from the City of Conover, pro-mazysludge
from the City of Newton and Hickory. We ,cannot understand your
concerns of standard household septage. if you have specific
concerns or detail information indicating our request is
unreasonable or doomed to fail, then please let me know.

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Because time is of the essence, Y recommend you meet with our
Compost Technical Committee hefore you render a final decision. In
closing, I hope you realize that the Compost Technical Committee
meets on a regular basis to discuss concerns such as yours. All of
our decisions have been fully evaluated using all resources
available.
I look forward to meeting with you and further discussing your
oonCerns. Please understand that our target date for septa.ge to he
received at the facility is April 1, 1996.
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March 5, 1996
MEMORANDUM TO: Carolyn McCaskill
FROM: D. Rex Gleason
PREPARED BY: Todd St. John
SUBJECT: Emergency Residuals isposal
City of Claremont
Catawba County
This Office is forwarding a suggested letter and documentation granting the City of
Claremont emergency access to the Hickory Compost facility to dispose of approximately 137,100
gallons of residuals from the McLin and North WWTPs. As you discussed with Mr. St. John of this
Office, on March 4, 1996, the emergency arose from unusually wet weather conditions and an
oversight by the City regarding obtaining a permit to land apply residuals from the McLin WWTP.
This Office recommends allowing the emergency utilization of the Compost Facility provided that
the conditions in the suggested letter are met.

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
,1996
Mr. M. Dean McGinnis, City Manager
City of Claremont
P.O. Box 446
Claremont, NC 28610
Subject: Emergency Residuals Disposal
City of Claremont
Catawba County, NC
Dear Mr. McGinnis:
This letter is in response to your request dated January 31, 1996, to utilize the Regional
Compost Facility (Hickory Compost Facility) on a temporary, emergency basis to dispose of
accumulated residuals from the City of Claremont's North WWTP and McLin WWTP. In your
request you indicated that the unusually wet weather has prevented you from land applying the
residuals from the North WWTP under the City's land application Permit. Also you indicated in
a conversation with Mr. Todd St. John of the Mooresville Regional Office that the McLin
WWTP is not currently permitted to land apply residuals as a result of an oversight by the City.
Because of the circumstances the Division will allow the City to utilize the Compost Facility on a
temporary, emergency basis as long as the following conditions are met:
a) The City shall make every attempt to preferentially use its permitted land application sites
for the North Plant residuals as weather and site conditions permit.
b) The City shall obtain permission from the Consortium or its representative to dispose of
the subject residuals at the Compost Facility.
c) The City shall dispose of no more than 137,100 gallons of residuals at the Compost
Facility without a modification to the facility's Permit.
d) The City shall work with the Compost Facility to develop a schedule for the disposal of
the residuals and submit a copy of the schedule to Mr. D. Rex Gleason, Regional Water
Quality Supervisor in the Mooresville Regional Office before any residuals are brought to
the facility.

Mr. M. Dean McGinnis
,1996
page 2
e) The City shall comply with all relevant conditions of the Compost Facility's permit. This
includes conducting all analysis required by the permit and by the Compost Facility.
f) Within 60 days, the City shall submit a request to modify its land application permit to
include the residuals generated at McLin WWTP or have the Consortium submit a
request to modify the Compost Facility's permit to accept residuals from McLin WWTP.
Please be advised that this temporary permission to dispose of residuals in no way
relieves the City of its obligation to observe all applicable State and Federal statues and
regulations, and in no way requires the Compost Facility to receive the City's residuals. Also,
this temporary permission does not prevent the Division from taking enforcement action for any
past, current, or future violations of statues, regulations, or permit conditions.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Mr. D. Rex Gleason,
Mooresville Regional Water Quality Supervisor at [phone] or me at [phone] ext.
550.
Sincerely,
Carolyn Caskill
Permits and Engine--ig Supervisor
cc: Mr. D. Rex Gleason, Mooresville
Mr. Graham Gilley, P.E., City of Hickory
Mr. Wayne Carroll, Regional Compost Facility
Mr. G.E. Smithson

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CONSULTING ENGINEERS N.C. DEPT. OF
February 28, 1996 ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH 9
a NAT JVL RESOURCES
Mr. Todd St John
Division of Environmental Management a1lr1Sl�PS Or E1'liRt}�PeT l �.3 �f;9T
919 North Main Street �QORESYi�`u� REGIONAL OFFICC
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Re: Emergency Utilization of
Regional Compost Facility by
City of Claremont
Dear Todd:
Subsequent to our phone conversation on 2/28/96, we offer the
following information for your consideration:
1. The City of Claremont has an emergency need to waste.
approximately 130,000 gallons of wastewater sludges
containing 2 to 2-1/2 percent solids.
2. Sludges will be wasted as soon as possible. A schedule
for wasting will be worked out with the compost facility.
3. City of Claremont will see that any testing required as
a part of the wasting process is done and records of such
testing will be maintained for review by interested
parties.
Thank you for your assistance in helping to alleviate our problem.
If you need additional information or, if there's anything we can
do to continue expediting the emergency utilization of the compost
facility please advise City Manager, Dean McGinnis (459-7009) or
the writer (327-6911).
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours very truly,
G. EUGENE ITHSON ASSOCIATES, INC.
G. E. Smithson, P.E.
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CC: Tony Gragg,.
Water Tech-
M. Dean McGinnis
City Manager
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February 22, 1996
Mr. Todd St. John
NC DEPARTMENT OF EHNR
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
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The Hickory Regional Compost Facility will agree to work with
the City of Claremont in their efforts to dispose of their
biosolids. This offer is in response to Claremont's emergency need
to dispose of solids in order for their plant to remain in
compliance.
If Claremont desires to continue utilizing the Compost
Facility the permit must be amended to reflect their usage. The
Compost Facility has the capacity to treat the material and is
ready upon your approval.
If I may be of further assistance, please contact me at 323-
7427.
Sincerely,
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January 31, 1996
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Mr. Mike Parker, Environmental Engineer ghj�
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Dear Mike.
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Re: Emergency Utilization of
Regional Compost Facility
by City of Claremont
Inclement weather has resulted in Claremont's accumulation of
treated WWTP sludges in amounts which almost exceed Claremont's
storage capacity of 137,100 gallons.
The Sludge Facility Consortium is in the process of amending
their permit to allow Claremont's participation in utilization of
the Regional Compost Facility.
After emergency wasting of excess sludges, Claremont would be
sending approximately 6.5 dry tons per month to the Compost
Facility on a continuing basis.
The purpose of this letter is to request that you per?Yit
Claremont's utilization of the Compost Facility on an interim
basis while the Compost Facility is being amended.
Yours very truly,
M. Dean McGinnis, Manager
City of Claremont
CC: Mr. Berry Edwards -Catawba County Director
of Utilities and Engineering
Regional Compost Facility ORC

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Q AREMOwr, N .C. 28610
704/459-7009
January 31, 1996
Mr. Mice Parker, Environmental Engineer
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, North. Carolina 28115
Re; Emergency utilization of
Regional Compost Facility
by City of Claremont
Dear Mice
inclement weather has resulted in Claremont's accumulation of
treated MCP sludges in amounts which almost exceed. Claremont's
storage capacity of 137,100 gallons.
Vie Sludge Faci.1._.ty Consortium is in the process of amending
their permit to allow Claremont's participation in utilization of
the Regional. Compost Facility.
After emergency wasting of excess sludges, Claremont would be
sending approximately 6.5 dry tons per month to the Compost
Facility on a contizuing basis.
The purpose of this letter is to request that you permit
Claremont's utilization of the Compost Vacility on an interim
basis while the Compost.Facility is being amended.
Yours vary truly,
fin+ r
M. Dean McGinnis,.Manager
City of Claremont
CC: Mr. Berry Edwards --Catawba. County Director
of Utilities and Engineering
Regional Compost Facility - ORC
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'FEB-28-96 WED 16:42 G.E. SMITHSON ASSOCIATES FAX NO. 7043270184
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231 16th Ave. NE, Hickory, N.C., 28 601
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G. EUGENE SMITHSON ASSOCIATES. INC.
CpQNSUL ING ENOINEERS
�'e xuary 28, 1996
Mr. Todd St John
Division of Environmental Management
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Re: Emergency Utilization of
Regional Comport Facility by
City of Claremont
Dear Todd:
Subsequent to our phone conversation on 2/28/96, we offer the
following information for your conSidaration:
1. The City of Claremont has an emergency need to waste
approximately 130,000 gallons of wastewater sludges
containing 2 to 2-1/2 percent solids.
2- Sludges will be wasted as soon as possible. A schedule
for wasting will be worked out with the compost facility.
3. City of Claremont will see that any testing required as
a part of the wasting process is done and records of such
testing will be maintained for review by interested
parties, -
Thank you for your assistance in helping to alleviate our problem.
If you reed additional information or, if there's anything we can
do to continue expediting the emergency utilization of the compost
facility please advise City Manager, Dean McGinnis (459-7009) or
the writer (327-6911) .
Thank you for your assistance.
Yours very truly,
G. EUGENE ITHSON ASSOCIATES, INC.
G. B. Smithson, P.S.
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CC: Tony oragg
Water Tech
M. Dean McGinnis
City Manager
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Mr. Robert Krauss
4521 Edwards Road
Claremont, North Carolina 28610
Dear Mr. Krauss:
QEHNR
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
November 15, 1995
Subj ect:
Complaint Investigation
Compost from the Hickory Compost Facility
Catawba County, NC
I am writing this letter regarding the complaint filed by you on September 15, 1995,
concerning compost originating from the Hickory Compost Facility that had been applied to your
neighbors' farm land. Staff from this Office have reviewed results from analyses of samples
taken from compost piles at the McCall Farm and Sipes Orchard on September 18, 1995. These
results were submitted to this Office by the Hickory Compost Facility on November 2, 1995.
The results indicated that the number of bacteria in the compost was below the acceptable level
as required by Federal Regulation 40 CFR Part 503: Therefore, the compost is considered to be
acceptable as a class A product, meaning that it can be used by the public as compost. However,
it is the opinion of this Office that a class A product should not produce strong odors other than
earthy or musty odors. As a result, we intend to continue to work with the Hickory Compost
Facility to ensure that they produce compost that does not create a nusiance or result in a
violation of any State or Federal regulations.
If you have any further questions or. if you should need assistance from this Office in the
future, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Todd St. John or me.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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State of North Carolina��
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources •
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Governor 1DE H N R
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Linda Diane Long, Regional Manager
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
June 6, 1995
Mr. Wayne Carroll
Project Manager
City of Hickory Regional Compost Facility
Post Office Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603
Subject: Receipt of Septage Biosolids
City of Hickory Regional
Compost Facility
Permit No. WQ0004563
Catawba County, N. C.
Dear Mr. Carroll:
This letter is in response to your letter dated May 26, 1995, in which you requested
comments concerning the receipt of septage biosolids by the City of Hickory Regional Compost
Facility.
Water Quality Permit No. WQ0004563 for the City of Hickory Regional Compost Facility
stipulation II (3) specifically lists the approved sludges for composting at this facility. At present
there is no provision for the composting of septage biosolids. As a result the direct receipt of
septage biosolids for composting would constitute a violation of Water Quality Permit No.
WQ0004563. Therefore, in order for the City of Hickory Regional Compost Facility to receive
septage biosolids, it would be necessary for this facility to apply for and receive a permit
modification.
If you have any questions reguarding this matter, please contact Mr. Todd St. John at (704)
663-1699.
Sincerely,
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D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
919 North Main Street, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Todd St. John
Environmental Engineer
DEM Air Quality Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Subject: Permit Requirements for Septic Diosolids
Dear Todd:
In response to your phone conversation, we hereby request your comments regarding the
receipt of septage biosolids from Catawba County to the Regional Compost Facility. This
request in to reference to Permit Number WQ0004563 for the City of Hickory Regional
Compost Facility. Your input will be greatly appreciated in resolving this issue.
Respectfully Submitted
P ROFE3SIONAL SERVICES GROUP
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SUBJECT: Notice of Violation (No. 6972) for Regional
Compost Facility, Hickory, NC
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May 12, 1995, letter concerning the Notice of Violation (NOV) for
the above captioned facility. We have reviewed the NOV and your
letter concerning the odorous emissions generated from the
temporary storage on -site of compost discharged from the in -vessel
"Tunnel" reactors. Accordingly, decisive and expedient corrective
actions have been implemented in concern with our contract
operator, Professional Services Group, Inc. (PSG) to ensure
suitable measures are' in place to control any odorous emissions
from* the discharge of compost onto the concrete pad at the Regional
Compost Facility, (RCF)..
The steps which have been taken to address, the regulatory
requirement for "Control and Prohibition of Odorous. Emissions" (15A
NCAC.0522) for the discharge of compost at the RCF area are as
follows:
All fresh compost discharged from the "Tunnel"
Reactors on a daily basis has been removed by
trucks as a Class A wastewater residual product
to various beneficial disposal sites for future
agricultural land application.
The existing inventory of compost stored on the pad
has been successfully marketed and distributed in
bulk t
o various beneficial end users and local
farmers as a soil conditioner and natural organic
fertilizer.

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26, 1995
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We are actively implementing the following steps,for
`,maintaining compliance with the aforementioned regulation after
Several discussions between the Sludge Consortium and PSG:
PSG will maintain a minimal quantity of discharged
compost on -site in a weekly composite pile in a
corner of the cure pad for the purposes of analytical
testing and compliance monitoring of the required
parameters under 40 CFR Part 503 Regulations to -
demonstrate the production and distribution of a
"Class All wastewater residual at the RCF.
The Consortium is currently evaluating several potential
l off -site locations for the daily hauling of discharged
compost to an acceptable interim and/or long term
?' staging, curing, and storage area, where the compost
can be finished, tested, marketed, and distributed.
The Consortium has also requested PSG to evaluate the
technical feasibility and cost estimates for enclosing
the on -site curing pad and providing effective odor
capture and control of odorous emissions from the
discharge, curing, and truck loading operations at
the RCF.
When decisions regarding the long-term compost discharge and
product handling alternatives have been finalized, we would be glad
to communicate to your office our plans for same.
If you should have any questions concerning this written
response to the NOV, please contact myself at the City of Hickory
[phone] or Mr. Wayne Carroll, PSG Project Manager at the RCF
at [phone]
Sincerely,
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Public Services Director
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Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor Albert F. Hilton, Regional Manager
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
March 25, 1992
Mr. Jerry Twiggs, Utilities Director
City of Hickory
Post Office Box 398
Hickory, North Carolina 28603
Subject: Permit No. WQ0004563
City of Hickory
Regional Compost Facility
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Twiggs:
Our records show that Permit No. WQ0004563 was issued on
March 10, 1992 for your non -discharge wastewater treatment
facility. The purpose of this letter is to advise you of the
importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of
failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit.
If you have not already done so, it is requested that you and
other appropriate employees thoroughly read the Permit.
The Permit sets forth specific performance standards,
operation and maintenance requirements, plus general conditions
applicable to non -discharge permits. Failure to comply with the
terms and conditions of the Permit subjects the Permittee to
enforcement action pursuant to Section 143-215.6 of the North
Carolina General Statutes in the form of civil or criminal
penalties.
Please note that the subject Permit expires on February 28,
1997. Part VI, No. 8 of the Permit requires that a renewal
request be submitted at least six (6) months prior to
expiration. Also the Permit is non -transferable until such time
that the Permittee has requested a name change to the new
Permittee.
P.O. Box 950, 919 North Main Street, Mooresville, N.C. 28115-0950 • Telephone [phone] • FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Jerry Twiggs
March 25, 1992
Page Two
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to
advise you of the importance of your Permit. Please read
the Permit and contact this office at 704/663-1699 in
Mooresville if you have any questions or need clarification. We
look forward to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
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D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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ANNUAL LANDFILUCOMPOST/STABILIZr10N CERTIFICATION AND SUMMARY FORM
Catawba
FACILITY NAME Regional Compost Facility PERMIT 9 1IQ000 562 COUNTY _
FACILITY TYPE (please check one): 0 Landfill ( complete Parts 'A and C)
Jj Compost/ Stabilization Facility ( complete Parts A, B, and C)
WAS THE FACILITY IN OPERATION DURING THE PAST CALENDAR YEAR? YES X NO. If NO, skip Parts A, B, and C and certify form below.
Part A'_
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art . ;f.:
Month
Source(s)
-residuall sludgo
Volume
dry Ions
Recipient Information
Name(s)
Volume
dry Ions
Intended use(s)
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Totals: I Annual (dry ions) I I
II more space is required Ilion given, plenso use the comment space provided bolow or allach additional sheel(s). O Check box it additional sheel(s) are attached.
Comments:
Part C
Facility was compliant during calendar year 1994 with all conditions of the permit (including but not limited to items 1-3 below) Issued by the
Division of Environmental Management X YES NO. If NO, please provide a written desription why the facility was not compliant.
1. All monitoring was performed in accordance with the permit and reported during the year as required and three (3) copies of ceriilied laboratory results are attached.
2. All operations and maintenance requirements were compiled with or, In the case of a deviation, prior authorization was received from the Division of Environmental Management.
3. No contravention of Ground Water Quality Standards occurred -at a monitoring well.
I CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, AND ALL THE INFORMATION IN THE
SJ4CCEEDING PAGES IS ACCURATE AND COMPLETE.
P.ILR1, E SIG IA(TURE� DA1C OPEfriAT R OR AGENT SIGNATURE DATE

PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES GROUP, INC.
December 22, 1994
Mr. Michael Landis, Regional Supervisor
NC Division of Environmental Management ��? � `� 7 mg,
Mooresville Regional Office
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 �tl�U�i��iUE 6i� hlU urr1Ci:
Re: Regional Composting Facility - Hickory, NC
Start -Up Notification of Compost Permit No. WQ0004563
Dear Mr. Landis:
In accordance with Section I.1 of the Performance Standards of the above captioned compost permit, we
hereby provide written notice on behalf of the Permittee, the start-up and operation of the wastewater
treatment plant, compost and odor control facilities on January 3, 1995 for the Regional Compost Facility
(RCF) in Hickory, NC. Professional Services Group Inc., (PSG) provides full contract operations,
maintenance, and management (OM&M) services for the RCF.
We have been the responsible party for the design and construction of the additions and modifications of
the odor control facilities at the RCF. Accordingly, we remain available to provide you and your colleagues
at the NC DEM, an in -place tour and detailed inspection of the above mentioned facilities at the RCF.
Please contact Mr. Wayne Carroll, PSG Project Manager in Hickory at the RCF at [phone] to
schedule a tour and inspection at your convenience.
If you have any questions concerning this start-up notification, please contact myself or Bob Dohoney, PSG
Regional Manager, in our Knoxville, TN office at [phone].
Respectfully submitted,
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES GROUP, INC.
Timothy J. Muirhead
Regional Assistant Manager
cc: George Everett, NC DEM
Jerry Twiggs, Hickory
Bob Dohoney, PSG
Wayne Carroll, PSG
Hickory Project, File
408 N. Cedar Bluff Road, Suite 462 • Knoxville, Tennessee 37923-3611
615 / 693-5579 FAX [phone]

22-1994 12:11 PSG KNOXVILLE,-TN b15 b_15 e��7 r.e�t
PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES GROUP, INC.
REGIONAL COMPOST FACILITY, FIICKORY NC
MEMORANDUM
TO: Contractor
dames Long, Project Manager, PWT
George Landice, Electrical Engineer, PWT
Subcontractors - Second Tier
Rick Moore, Project Manager, Crowder
Art Ehrler, Manager of Engineering, Dual]
Subcontractor - Third Tier
Ed Horne, Owner, Home Electric
FROM: Subcontracto
Tim Muirhead, oral Assistant Manager, PSG
DATE: December 21,1994 �
SU)�&- Regional Compost Facility - Plait Start -Up
COPY: bWlacl��f-Glient-Services, PSG
Don Graham, VP of Composting Services, PSG
Bob Dohoney, Regional Manager, PSG
Wayne Carroll, Project Manager, PSG
Paul LaFond, Assistant Project Manager, PSG
Steve Brown, Senior Engineer, H&S
Berry Twiggs, Director, Hickory
Joe Martin, Supervisor, NC DEHNR
Keith Overcash, Regional Supervisor, NC DEHNR
Fl d=y Project - PSG File
The official start-up date of the Regional Compost Facility (RCF) at Professional Services Group, Inc, (PSG)
Hickory, NC Project is T10daY, danuAU 3. 129, Pumuant to a recent meeting between PSG and the
Consortium, an estimated biosolids loading of 14.1 dry tons per day (based upon 13 trucks at 6,500 gallons each
and average solids content of 4.0%) is projected at start-up and will require full RCF system Operation and
compostinglodor control systems capacity.
pkawplan pwVWe sufficient persorwel anti res== to assist us in the start-up and sucrosful reeomissioning
to
of the RCF. please contact me in advance of startup, if this date conflicts with your schedule, We look forward
to a very successful start-up.
408 N. Ceder Bluff Road, Suite 462 a Knoxville, Tennessee 37923.3611
6151693.5579 FAX [phone]
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Department of Environment, N.C. DEPT. of
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James B. Hunt Jr. Governor Ff � £9 1994
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary A
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E111 Qi��'dt�o'VIIHIMMITAt MHAC ■
4 gGRES�IML'E AEGI01h_AL OFFICE
December 9, 1993 RED, r--,
s William Jerry Twigg�:'`w
City of Hickory
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603
Subject- •Aran RUIRIonitoring and Reporting Requirements
Compost Facility
Permit No. WQ0004563
,C•ba5C5—unty
Dear Mr. Twiggs:
The purpose of this letter is a reminder that the monitoring requirements contained in
the subject permit must be completed by no later than December 31, 1993 and the Annual
Report submitted to the Division of Environmental Management (DEW) by no later March
i, 1994. The Report, must be submitted (in triplicate) to the following address. Due to
limitations in storage space, please submit the reports in bound form rather than in
notebook form. Permittees are subject to civil penalty for failing to submit the Annual
Report as required by their permit.
DEHNR/DEM/Water Quality Section
Facilities Assessment Unit F=- �" �; .l r ,P, r
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 U ,.
Enclosed are summary and certification sheets that must be attar ed,flan 'foto,nyFou�r�p a,�ual
report. Please complete these sheets and if necessary make copies of the iiiis if
extra forms are needed for additional sites.
If there is a need for any additional information or clarification on the State reporting
requirements, please do not hesitate to contact either Lou Polletta of our staff or myself at
919/733-5083.
Sine ely,
/ f-'W�
Dennis R. Ramsey
Assistant Chief for Operations
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Facilities Assessment Unit
Central Files
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ANNUAL LA14DFILUCOMPOST/STABILIZTION CERTIFICATION AND SUMMAHY f-UHM
Catawba
FACILITY NAME Regional Compost Facility PERMIT # rrQnn04562 COUNTY
FACILITY TYPE (please check one): 0 Landfill ( complete Parts A and C )
6�ComposU Stabilization Facility ( complete Parts A, B, and C)
WAS THE FACILITY IN OPERATION DURING THE PAST CALENDAR YEAR? YES �0. If NO, skip Parts A, B, and C and certify form below.
Part A*
,Part :...
Source(s)
residuall sludge
Volume
dry tons
Reci lent Information m�
Month
Name(s)
Volume
dry tons
Intended.. W
January
?= w
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Totals: Annual (dry tons)
' If more space is required then given, please use the comment space provided below or altach additional sheet(s). 0 Check box it additional sheet(s) are attached.
Comments:
Part C
Facility was compliant during calendar year 1993 with all conditions of the permit (including but not limited to items 1-3 below) Issued by the
Division of Environmental Management YES NO. If NO, please provide a written desription why the facility was not compliant.
1. All monitoring was performed in accordance with the permit and reported during the year as required and three (3) copies of certified laboratory results are attached.
2. All operations and maintenance requirements were compiled with or, In the case of a deviation, prior authorization was received from the Division of Environmental Management.
3. No contravention of Ground Water Quality Standards occurred -at a monitoring well.
I CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE INFORMATION IS ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE, AND ALL THE INFORMATION IN THE
S CCEEDING PAGES IS ACCURATE AND COMPLETE.
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PERM E SIGTURE DAT OPERATOR OR AGENT SIGNATURE NAv

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
June 1, 1993
W. Jerry Twiggs
City of Hickory,
P.O. Box 398
Hickory, NC 28603
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JUN 0 7 1993
VISION OF s'.�VlGufi.;• .• :;,ii,,niME�
YOARESVILLE I1EARA1 Offa.
Subject: Notice of Violation
Failure to Submit Annual Report
- City of Hickory
Land Application of Residuals
WQ0004563
�Catawba,CountyJ
Dear Mr. Twiggs:
One of the requirements of the nondischarge permit held by this facility is the submittal of
an annual report to the Division of Environmental Management by March 1st of each year.
Furthermore, the facility was sent a memo dated January 20, 1993, reminding the facility of this
requirement and stating such reports for calendar year 1992 should be submitted no later than
March 1, 1993. Our records indicate that the 1992 annual report has not been submitted. If you
have records indicating the report was submitted, that land application did not occur in 1992, or if
you have other relevant information regarding the facility's operation during 1992, please send.
such information to the following address:
DEHNR/DEM/ Water Quality Section
Facilities Assessment Unit
PO Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
Enclosed please find summary and certification sheets which must be completed and
attached to the annual report. Copies of the blank forms may be made if extra forms are needed for
additional sites.
Nothing in this letter relieves you of the responsibility for failure to submit the report in a
timely manner. A civil penalty of not more than $10,000 per day, pursuant to N.C.G.S..143-
215.6, may be assessed against a person who fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions,
or requirements of such permit.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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If you have any questions, please contact Lou Polletta at 919-733-5083, extension 536.
Sincerely,
Steve W. Tedder, Chief
Water Quality Section
cc: Compliance/Enforcement
=Regional: Office
Central Files

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M�,,-,CITY OF HICKORY
POST OFFICE BOX 398 • HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA 28603 • 704/322-2605
Public Utilities Department
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March 18, 1991 ' fSlIL1E 1,18 IUAL „OFFICEENi
Mr. Bob DiFiore
HAZEN AND SAWYER
4011 West Chase Boulevard, Suite 500
Raleigh, NC 27607
Dear Bob:
SUBJECT: Compost Odor Evaluation Letter
I have forwarded copies of your March llth letter regarding
odor problems at the Compost Facility to members of the compost
consortium, as well as, representatives of the compost working
committee, and Bernie Pittman of the Mooresville Air Quality
Division.
Each recipient of the correspondence has been asked to
carefully review your letter and the specific recommendations. I
feel comfortable in speaking for the consortium members that we all
share a desire to eliminate the odor problems and achieve the full
potential for this facility. Because of the complexity of our
problem, I am sure there will be much discussion and debate as to
the recommended course of action.
Your initial recommendation to convene a meeting of the
consortium technical staff, yourself, and Ashbrook is indeed an
excellent suggestion. Due to the importance of this session I do,
however, feel it wise to include all members of the consortium, as
well as, Bernie Pittman.
The Consortium will hold their next regular scheduled meeting
Wednesday, March 27th at noon. The meeting will be at Mulls
Restaurant. This session might be an appropriate time to invite
Ashbrook to also participate in the discussion.

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Mr. Bob DiFiore
March 18, 1991
Page Two
I will be in contact with you between now and the 27th to
solidify the meeting agenda.
Sincerely,
W Jerry
Twiggs
Public
Utilities Director
pc: Compost Consortium Members
Compost Technical Committee
�g+er`n.e-Pit"t.m:an.; _NC -:Dept --R-e-s

C I T Y OF HICKORY
POST OFFICE BOX 398 • HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA 28603 • 704/322-2605
Public Utilities Department
March 21, 1991
MEMORANDUM TO: Sludge Consortium Members
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DIVISION Or Er�'i;v.,:...':;,irl� "AtVG[JUEff
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
SUBJECT: March 20th Bob DiFi,ore Meeting
FROM: Wm. Jerry T�igg�s, Public Utilities Director
Bobby White�Foject Coordinator
On Wednesday, March 20th, we along with Gary Workman and Jimmy
Clark met with Bob DiFiore to discuss our status on the Compost
Facility odor problems. The purpose of this memo is to briefly
describe the discussions during this meeting and the
recommendations Bob will present at our compost meeting next
Wednesday.
We were all in agreement the odor problems appear
to be within the existing scrubber units.
The central concern now relates to A-S-H's request
that the facility be re -opened in order to accurately
test and determine the extent of modifications to the
odor scrubbers.'
In addition to Bob DiFiore's recommendations in his
March llth letter, he has additionally suggested that
additional stack height might be necessary in order to
achieve greater atmospheric dispersion.
. Other items discussed were:
1) The possibility of ASH operating the
facility for a period of one year.
2) A meeting with State Environmental
Management representatives and citizens
to review any course of action prior o
startup.
3) A comprehensive evaluation by a consultant
specializing in odor evaluations. The purpose
of this effort is to quantify odor emissions
and their impact on the surrounding community.

MEMORANDUM
Page Two
March 21, 1991
4) Each recommendation in Bob's March llth letter
was discussed in detail. Certain additions
and modifications were suggested.
On March 27th, Bob DiFiore will be at our consortium meeting
to present to the consortium group a suggested course of action.
Please do not hesitate to give us a call should you have any
questions prior to the meeting.
WJT/bb
pc: Working Group Committee
Bob DiFiore, Hazen and Sawyer
Burnie Pittman; NC Dept. of Env. Health,--& Nat. Res.

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor Albert F. Hilton, Regional Manager
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
August 24, 1990
Ms. Julie Hines
Route 4, Box 491
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
Subject: Land Application of Composted
Sludge
City of Hickory
Catawba County, North Carolina
Dear Ms. Hines:
Please find enclosed a copy of the Report of Investigation
concerning your complaint of land application of sludge compost
from the regional compost facility.
Additional information concerning the contents of the sludge
compost can be obtained from Mr. Mike Smith (704/465-1401) at
the City of Hickory's regional sludge compost facility. The
sludge compost has been treated to control pathogens and render
it safe for agricultural applications.
Please feel free to contact this Office if the odors persist
or you have any questions. Thank you for your concern in this
matter.
Enclosure
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Sincerely,
D. Rex G1 ?ason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
919 North Main Street, Mooresville, N.C. 28115 • Telephone [phone] • FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER QUALITY SECTION
POST OFFICE BOX 950
MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28115
REPORT OF: Land Application of Composted Sludge -SR 1002
PLACE VISITED: Via Phone
DATE: August 22, 1990
RIVER BASIN: Catawba; 03-08-35
BY WHOM: Kim H. Colson, Environmental Engineer I �S
TIME SPENT: 1/2 hour
PERSONS CONTACTED: Mike Smith with City of Hickory Regional
Compost Facility
COPIES TO: Catawba County Health Department
REPORT:
On August 21, 1990 this Office received a complaint
regarding the land application of human waste in Catawba County.
Mike Smith of the City of Hickory's.regional compost
facility was contacted via telephone. Mr. Smith advised that
Stewart Construction Company was hauling composted sludge for a
farmer at the subject location. The sludge is to be used as a
soil conditioner to establish a pasture. The regional compost
facility is permitted to compost and distribute the sludge
(Permit No. 13254).
The sludge should not cause objectionable odors or nuisance
conditions.

North Carolina NOV 6115
Division of Environmental Management
NOTICE OF VIOLATION OF
V"G.S. 143-215.1 G.S. 143-215.108
G.S. 143-215.75, et seq. G.S. 87-83, et seq.
G.S.
(Name of Violator)
(Address)
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YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that the undersigned representative of
the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management observed
a violation of North Carolina Environmental Pollution Control
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(Location of Violation)
on or before �,,,,,., ��r :a,<-,!' ! =3 19 f ;•
The following facts establish a violation:`
You are required to cease the unlawful activity immediately.
The l7following corrective actions must be taken:
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A written response+ must be filed with the Regional Office at the
address below on or before F 19 f:
NOTICE is given that this and any further violations may result
in enforcement actions, including civil penalties.
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Regional Office Address:

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