WQCS00139_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 12/31/2020

Form CS-SSO
Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, etc):
This form shall be submitted to the appropriate DWQ Regional Office within five business days of the first knowledge of the
sanitary sewer overflow (SSO).
Permit Number:(WQCS# if active, otherwise use WQCSD#)
Facility:Incident #:
Owner:
Region:City:County:
Source of SSO (check applicable):Sanitary Sewer Pump Station / Lift Station
SPECIFIC location of the SSO (be consistent in description from past reports or documentation - i.e. Pump Station 6,
Manhole #:
Latitude (Decimal Degrees):Longitude (Decimal Degrees):
Incident Started Dt:Time:Incident End Dt:Time:
(mm-dd-yyyy)(hh:mm AM/PM)(mm-dd-yyyy)(hh:mm AM/PM)
Estimated Volume of the SSO:gallons Estimated Duration (Round to nearest hour):
Describe how the volume was determined:
Weather conditions during the SSO event:
Did SSO reach surface waters?Yes No Unknown Volume reaching surface waters (gals):
Surface water name:
Did the SSO result in a fish kill?Yes No Unknown If Yes, what is the estimated number of fish killed?
01/09/2020
Old Fort
Town of Old Fort
Old Fort Collection System 202000052
AshevilleMcDowell
Aerial across mill creek behind 78 Catawba Ave.
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11:00 am 01/09/2020 11:05 am
Mill Creek
PART I:
SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO:
hours
þ Debris in line
24 hour verbal notification (name of person contacted ):
DWR Emergency Mgmt Date (mm-dd-yyy):01/09/2020¨02:19:00 pmþTime (hh:mm AM/PM):
Mikal Willmer
If an SSO is ongoing, please notify the appropriate Regional Office on a daily basis until SSO can be stopped.
Per G.S. 143-215.1C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters
shall issue a press release within 24-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing general
coverage in the county where the discharge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater enters surface
waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30
days. Refer to the reference statute for further detail.
The Director, Division of Water Resources, may take enforcement action for SSOs that are required to be reported to
Division unless it is demonstrated that:
1) the discharge was cause by sever natural conditions and there were no feasible alternative to the discharge; or
2) the discharge was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of the
Permittee and/or owner, and the discharge could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control.
Part II must be completed to provide a justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis
WHETHER OR NOT PART III IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS FORM
CS-SSO Form Page:1
PART II:
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS FOR EACH RELATED CAUSE CHECKED IN PART I OF THIS FORM AND
INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED OR DESIRED
COMPLETE ONLY THOSE SECTONS PERTAINING TO THE CAUSE OF THE SSO AS CHECKED IN PART I
(In the check boxes below, NA = Not Applicable and NE = Not Evaluated)
A HARDCOPY OF THIS FORM SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE APPROPRIATE DWR REGIONAL OFFICE UNLESS IS
Debris in line
What type of debris has been found in the line?
Suspected cause or source of debris.
Are manholes in the area secure and intact?NENANoYes¨¨¨¨
When was the area last checked/cleaned?
Have cleaning and inspections ever been increased at this location due to previous
problems with debris?
NENANoYes¨¨¨¨
Explain:
Are appropriate educational materials being developed and distributed to prevent future
similar occurrences?
NENANoYes¨¨¨¨
Comments:
System Visitation
ORC Yes¨
Backup Yes¨
Name:
Cert#
Date visited:
Time visited:
How was the SSO remediated (i.e. Stopped and cleaned up)?
CS-SSO Form Page:2
As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the information contained in this report is true and accurate to the
best of my knowledge.
Person submitting claim:Date:01/09/20 02:19 pm
Signature:Title:orc wwtp
Telephone Number:
Any addition information desired to be submitted should be sent to the appropriate Division Regional Office within five days of first
knowledge of the SSO with reference to the incident number (the incident number is only generated when electronic entry of this
form is completed, if used).
Tony West
CS-SSO Form Page:3
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Fish Kill? Yes 5K No
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Form CS-SSO
Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Manhole at Westall & Bragg Street, etc):
This form shall be submitted to the appropriate DWQ Regional Office within five business days of the first knowledge of the
sanitary sewer overflow (SSO).
Permit Number:(WQCS# if active, otherwise use WQCSD#)
Facility:Incident #:
Owner:
Region:City:County:
Source of SSO (check applicable):Sanitary Sewer Pump Station / Lift Station
SPECIFIC location of the SSO (be consistent in description from past reports or documentation - i.e. Pump Station 6,
Manhole #:
Latitude (Decimal Degrees):Longitude (Decimal Degrees):
Incident Started Dt:Time:Incident End Dt:Time:
(mm-dd-yyyy)(hh:mm AM/PM)(mm-dd-yyyy)(hh:mm AM/PM)
Estimated Volume of the SSO:gallons Estimated Duration (Round to nearest hour):
Describe how the volume was determined:
Weather conditions during the SSO event:
Did SSO reach surface waters?Yes No Unknown Volume reaching surface waters (gals):
Surface water name:
Did the SSO result in a fish kill?Yes No Unknown If Yes, what is the estimated number of fish killed?
03/20/2020
Old Fort
Town of Old Fort
Old Fort Collection System 202001052
AshevilleMcDowell
Catawba Ave at bridge over Mill Creek
35 0:5
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12:00 pm 03/20/2020 12:05 pm
Mill Creek
PART I:
SPECIFIC cause(s) of the SSO:
hours
þ Debris in line
24 hour verbal notification (name of person contacted ):
DWR Emergency Mgmt Date (mm-dd-yyy):03/20/2020¨12:35:00 pmþTime (hh:mm AM/PM):
Daniel J Boss
If an SSO is ongoing, please notify the appropriate Regional Office on a daily basis until SSO can be stopped.
Per G.S. 143-215.1C(b), the responsible party of a discharge of 1,000 or more of untreated wastewater to surface waters
shall issue a press release within 24-hours of first knowledge to all print and electronic news media providing general
coverage in the county where the discharge occurred. When 15,000 gallons or more of untreated wastewater enters surface
waters, a public notice shall be published within 10 days and proof of publication shall be provided to the Division within 30
days. Refer to the reference statute for further detail.
The Director, Division of Water Resources, may take enforcement action for SSOs that are required to be reported to
Division unless it is demonstrated that:
1) the discharge was cause by sever natural conditions and there were no feasible alternative to the discharge; or
2) the discharge was exceptional, unintentional, temporary and caused by factors beyond the reasonable control of the
Permittee and/or owner, and the discharge could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable control.
Part II must be completed to provide a justification claim for either of the above situations. This information will be the basis
WHETHER OR NOT PART III IS COMPLETED, A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED AT THE END OF THIS FORM
CS-SSO Form Page:1
PART II:
ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS FOR EACH RELATED CAUSE CHECKED IN PART I OF THIS FORM AND
INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED OR DESIRED
COMPLETE ONLY THOSE SECTONS PERTAINING TO THE CAUSE OF THE SSO AS CHECKED IN PART I
(In the check boxes below, NA = Not Applicable and NE = Not Evaluated)
A HARDCOPY OF THIS FORM SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO THE APPROPRIATE DWR REGIONAL OFFICE UNLESS IS
Debris in line
What type of debris has been found in the line?
wipes
Suspected cause or source of debris.
118 Catawba Ave
Are manholes in the area secure and intact?NENANoYesþ¨¨¨
When was the area last checked/cleaned?
unknown
Have cleaning and inspections ever been increased at this location due to previous
problems with debris?
NENANoYes¨þ ¨¨
Explain:
Are appropriate educational materials being developed and distributed to prevent future
similar occurrences?
NENANoYesþ¨¨¨
Comments:
System Visitation
ORC Yesþ
Backup Yes¨
Name:
Anthony West
Cert#
992292
Date visited:
03/20/2020
Time visited:
01:00 pm
CS-SSO Form Page:2
How was the SSO remediated (i.e. Stopped and cleaned up)?
The service line from 118 Catawba Ave was clogged with wipes. The only way to remove the blockage was by
disconnecting the service line from the sewer line. While disconnected maintenance crew caught all wipes and paper
products, but 35 gal of liquid went into Mill Creek.
As a representative for the responsible party, I certify that the information contained in this report is true and accurate to the
best of my knowledge.
Person submitting claim:Date:03/23/20 10:00 am
Signature:Title:
Telephone Number:
Any addition information desired to be submitted should be sent to the appropriate Division Regional Office within five days of first
knowledge of the SSO with reference to the incident number (the incident number is only generated when electronic entry of this
form is completed, if used).
Anthony Glenn West
CS-SSO Form Page:3
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary

Water Quality Regional Operations – Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer

May 12, 2014

Rick Hensley, Mayor
Town of Old Fort
38 Catawba Ave.
Old Fort, NC 28762

SUBJECT: Collection System Inspection
Old Fort Collection System
Permit No: WQCS00139
McDowell County

Dear Mr. Hensley:
On April 16, 2014, I conducted an inspection of the Old Fort Collection System program. I met with Tony West
in the morning and Lynn Russell in the afternoon. Their time and efforts are appreciated. There are areas of the
program that need your attention. Deficiencies exist related to future reinvestment in the collection system, the
designation of an Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-Up Operator in Responsible Charge, as well
as required documentation and record keeping. These areas of noncompliance are required in the permit under
Section I #5, Section II #1, #2 and Section III #1.
Please provide a detailed response on how you plan to address the items listed in this letter and
the attached inspection report within fifteen (15) days to this office.
Refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff have any
questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,

Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office

Enc. Inspection Report

cc: Tony West, ORC (e-copy)
MSC 1617-Central Files-Basement
Asheville Files

G:\WR\WQ\McDowell\Collection Systems\Old Fort Collection System\CEI.April2014.LTR.doc
Compliance Inspection Report
WQCS00139
System Classifications:CS1,
Title:
Expiration:
10/31/14Expiration:
Effective:SOC:
828-668-4244Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
Contact Person:Garland Norton
Phone:[phone]Certification:Steve R SmithPrimary ORC:
Directions to Facility:
11/01/06Effective:
Region:Asheville
McDowellCounty:PO Box 520
Old Fort Collection SystemFacility:
Owner:Town of Old FortPermit:
On-Site Representative(s):
Town of Old Fort - Old Fort WWTPNC0021229
Related Permits:
Entry Time:08:00 AM Exit Time:11:30 AM
Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Inspection Date:01/14/2010
Primary Inspector:Jeff Menzel 828-296-4500
Reason for Inspection:Routine
Permit Inspection Type:Collection system management and operation
Compliance EvaluationInspection Type:
Facility Status:Compliant Not Compliant
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
Monitoring & Rpting
Reqmts
Inspections
Question Areas:
(See attachment summary)
1Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Compliance Evaluation01/14/2010 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
The Town’s sewer system map should be modified by the addition of approximate pipe age and number of service taps.
Location of service taps may be indicated by superimposing the collection system map over an aerial photo of the service
area. It will be presumed that each building shown will have a service tap.
The town may benefit from having an electronic version of the collection system map which would make it easier to track
and document maintenance and cleaning.
The CIP should include a goals statement, a description of the project area, a description of existing facilities, and a
description of known collection system deficiencies and a discussion of future collection system needs.
Inspection Summary:
2Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Compliance Evaluation01/14/2010 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Yes No NA NEPerformance Standards
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
What educational tools are used?
Leaflets and handouts are provided to customers.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Grease trap inspections.
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
The Town needs to develop a more comprehensive map of its collection system and it is recommended that
this be incorporated into the CIP. The budget and revenue numbers were not available at the time of
inspection.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location

Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
3Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Compliance Evaluation01/14/2010 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
If no, list deficient pump stations

# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations 0
Number of pump stations that have SCADA 0
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry 0
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms 0
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
There are no pump stations present on this system.
Comment:
Yes No NA NEInspections
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
Are records available that document inspections of high-priority lines?
Has there been visual inspections of high-priority lines in last six months?
Comment: Operations and maintenance issues would be easier to track with a more
organized record keeping system.
Yes No NA NEOperation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available?
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
As needed. Approximately 10,000 feet of sewer line was cleaned in 2009.
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
4Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Compliance Evaluation01/14/2010 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?weekly pumps/
generator monthly
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
Are system cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Industrial lines and lines connected to restaurants. Approximately 10,000 feet of sewer line was cleaned in
2009.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
Comment:
Yes No NA NERecords
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
5Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Compliance Evaluation01/14/2010 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?10%
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
The map should be updated to include the number of taps on an existing line and approximate pipe age.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment: .
Yes No NA NEMonitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1C?
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
If no, which one(s)?
.
Comment: .
6Page:
Compliance Inspection Report
WQCS00139
System Classifications:CS1,
Title:
Expiration:
10/31/14Expiration:
Effective:SOC:
828-668-4244Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
Contact Person:Garland Norton
Phone:Certification:Primary ORC:
Directions to Facility:
11/01/06Effective:
Region:Asheville
McDowellCounty:PO Box 520
Old Fort Collection SystemFacility:
Owner:Town of Old FortPermit:
On-Site Representative(s):
Town of Old Fort - Old Fort WWTPNC0021229
Related Permits:
Entry Time:10:00 AM Exit Time:01:00 PM
Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Inspection Date:04/16/2014
Primary Inspector:Linda S Wiggs 828-296-4500
Ext.4653
Reason for Inspection:Routine
Permit Inspection Type:Collection system management and operation
Collection System Inspect Non SamplingInspection Type:
Facility Status:Compliant Not Compliant
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
Monitoring & Rpting
Reqmts
Inspections Manhole Lines
Question Areas:
(See attachment summary)
1Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling04/16/2014 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Insufficient CIP-(I. Performance Standards #5.):
Reinvestment back into the collection system is a mandatory component for any municipality. There appear to be
insufficient revenues from wastewater being put back into the collection system. The Permittee shall adopt and implement
a CIP to designate funding for reinvestment in the wastewater collection system infrastructure. Please ensure that
sufficient monies are allocated for the collection system maintenance and improvements.
Insufficient Record Keeping/ Documentation - (II. Operation and Maintenance #2; III. Records #1.; V. Inspections #1, #3,
#4):
The Town staff and the collection system operator need to have regular meetings with regard to the collection system. A
method specifically for the documentation of the permit requirements is needed. How the Town chooses to set this up can
be determined by the Town as long as it meets the permit requirements noted above and the inspector can glean the
appropriate information from the files. The inspector has shared various logs for example.
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC)-(II. Operation and Maintenance #1):
Tony West is not listed as the ORC for the collection system; Steve R. Smith is listed and there is not a Back-Up ORC
designated. Old Fort has to designate an ORC and a Back-Up ORC.
Abbreviations:
NA - Not Applicable
NE - Not Evaluated
Inspection Summary:
2Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling04/16/2014 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Yes No NA NEPerformance Standards
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
What educational tools are used?
ORC will create a flyer the town can use as a billing insert. The ORC and inspector also discussed noting
on each bill mailed the importance of not putting grease and other items down the drain. The town can also
use their website for educating citizens on fats, oils, grease (FOG) use.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation)
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
No enforcement actions.
The grease ordinance is a part of the Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO), which is the standard SUO.
A septic tank ordinance has not been needed, but will be addressed if expansion is considered. Discussed
were areas that could use public sewer based on questionable septic tank systems.
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term \"master plan\" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?$0.00
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?$200,000.00
CIP Comments
.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location

Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier?
3Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling04/16/2014 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
Old Fort has no pump stations. It is all gravity.
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
Number of pump stations 0
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program?
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
Old Fort has a jetter with a rodder if need be.
Comment: No pump stations.
Maintenance Supervisor removes the clean out caps when jetting lines to avoid the
unfortunate incidence of sewage backing up into homes.
Yes No NA NEInspections
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
Are records available that document inspections of high-priority lines?
Has there been visual inspections of high-priority lines in last six months?
Comment: Records are lacking.
Yes No NA NEOperation & Maintenance Requirements
Are all log books available?
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis?
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas?
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
Weekly
4Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling04/16/2014 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment?
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
Are system cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
As needed.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Is the spare parts inventory adequate?
Comment: .
Yes No NA NERecords
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
5Page:
WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling04/16/2014 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a map of the system available?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Number of service taps
Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map

# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
Comment: .
Yes No NA NEMonitoring and Reporting Requirements
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available?
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1C?
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits?
If no, which one(s)?

Comment: .
BELOW HARDEES AND MH -
Yes No NA NEManhole
Is manhole accessible?
# Is manhole cover/vent above grade?
Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
Is manhole cover present?
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WQCS00139 Town of Old Fort
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling04/16/2014 RoutineInspection Type:
Permit:
Inspection Date:Reason for Visit:
Owner - Facility:
# Is manhole properly seated?
# Is manhole in good condition?
# Is invert in good condition?
Is line free-flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
Is manhole free of excessive roots?
Is manhole free of excessive sand?
Is manhole's extended vent screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment: Grease was not excessive but increased cleaning of this line may be
needed. More importantly users need to be educated on controlling grease.
BELOW MCDONALDS -
Yes No NA NEManhole
Is manhole accessible?
# Is manhole cover/vent above grade?
Is the manhole free of visible signs of overflow?
Is the manhole free of sinkholes and depressions?
Is manhole cover present?
# Is manhole properly seated?
# Is manhole in good condition?
# Is invert in good condition?
Is line free-flowing and unrestricted in manhole?
Is manhole free of excessive amounts of grease?
Is manhole free of excessive roots?
Is manhole free of excessive sand?
Is manhole's extended vent screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment:
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CS Permit Renewal
Regional Office Comments
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WQCS00139
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Asheville
Date
May 22, 2014
Old Fort Collection System
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Linda S. Wiggs
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Steve Lewis
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X Issue permit according to Draft
❑ Make changes as noted below
A Compliance inspection on April 16, 2014 revealed some deficiencies
that required a response from the Town. A sufficient response from the
Town was received in Asheville on May 22, 2014.
I have notified Tony West to include the after-hours phone number in
Section 6 of his Response Plan.
ARO recommends issuance of permit WQCS00139.
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