NC0066729_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 1/4/2021

FINWA
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resource_ s
Division of Water Resource_ s
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E.'Skvada,-Ill
Governor Director Secretary
March 24, 2014
Richie Crowder
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Rd
Bakersville NC 28705
Steve Adkins
Bradshaw Fire Department
PO Box 39
`Green Mountain, NC 28740
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Permit No: NCO066729
Mitchell County
Dear Messrs Crowder and Adkins: -
On February 17, 2014, I conducted a Compliance Evaluation .Inspection of the Tipton Hill School Wastewater
Treatment Plant (WWTP). Both -of you were present for the inspection and we discussed areas that needed
attention. I have received photo documentation indicating the areas in need of attention have been taken care
of, therefore the facility is considered in compliance with permit NC0066729.
This property will no longer be used as a school; it will be used by tl1e. Bradshaw Fire Department and will not
discharge more than 1,000 gallons. of wastewater per day. A General Permit (NCG550000) has been applied for
and issued (NCG551618)
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for 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: Central Files y ,
she�ille'�File' s'�- •
G:\WR\WQ\Mitchell\Wastewater\Minors\Tipton MR 66729 also see NCG55\CEIX62014.doc
Water Quality Regional operations — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] .
Internet http:l/portal.ncdenr.orgiweb/wq
An Equal opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EF' A Washington, D.C. 20460
/�
OMB No. 2040-0057
rp. Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I N I 2� 5 I 31 NCO066729 111 12.1 14/02/17 11-7 18I C I 191 S I 20I I
Remarks
211
1 .1 I I 1 I I I I 1 1 I I .I I I I .I_ .. I I I I I I 1:-- I I I I I I I. I I I I I I I 1 I I I I 116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA — . -----Reserved 1 ----
67I 169 70IU 711 1 72INI 73L_74 751 I I I I I I I80
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include .
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Bradshaw Fire & Rescue W WTP — P r;eV i oc 51 y Ti &40 n will ScAn-00L
11:30 AM 14/02/17
- 11/03/01
4256 NC Hwy 197
Exit Time/Date
'Permit Expiration Date
Green Mountain NC 287407709
12:00 PM 1410211.7
16/02/29
Names) of Onsite Representative(s)Ttles(s)/Phone and Fax Numbers)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Richie Crowder,72 Ledger School Rd Bakeisville NC 28705//828-766-2220/8287662221 . ' Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit. Operations & Maintenance Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments; Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs �, ARO WQ//828-296-4506 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Te- Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES
yr/mo/day
31 NC0066729 I11 121 ' 14/02/17 117
Inspection Type
18I d
(cont.) 1
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Present during the inspection were Steve Adkins with the Bradshaw Fire Department and Richie Crowder'
with Mitchell County Schools.
Bradshaw Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc. is now the owner of the. school property. It is a small Fire
Department, so there will be limited flow to the wastewater system (,0,000 gallons per day GPD). They may
host a couple of community events during the year, but still expect the flow to be.<1,000 GPD. Therefore, .
they have applied for coverage under the General. Permit NCG550000, which has been issued
(NCG551618).
The facility has not been in use for a couple of years so during the inspection there were some maintenance
needs pointed out to Mr. Adkins and Mr. Crowder. The maintenance needs included vegetation growth in
the sand bed and chlorine chamber, a crack in the 2nd lateral, the tablet cylinders' broken bottom and the
effluent pipe was buried in sediment. I also pointed out an eroding streambank that should be repaired.
Photo documentation was received via email 3/11/20,14 from Richie Crowder verifying these maintenance.
needs had been addressed.
The inspector discussed the importance of operation and maintenance with the new owner; such as the
pumps and alarms (checking floats), keeping vegetation from growing in the sandbeds, and making sure
chemicals are used correctly so they don't cause a problem in the receiving stream. It was also suggested
the chemicals be stored inside. The effluent pipe is at a culvert and the junction of two streams. This is
naturally a depositional area for a stream, so checking on the effluent pipe will be an ongoing maintenance
need to keep it from being covered up. Finally there was some streambank erosion,at the corner of the
security fence. If this erosion is not repaired it could get worse and compromise the fence.
Question Abbreviations:
NA = Not Applicable
NE = Not Evaluated
Page # 2

Permit: 'NC0066729 Owner - Facility: Bradshaw Fire & Rescue WWTP :.
Inspection Dater 02/17/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No. NA : NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ 0 0 n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge n ❑ ■ D
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: The system has not been in operation for over a year. It has recently been
-"sold. There is vegetation that needs to -be removed throughout the treament.units..
See summary for update.
Permit Ye.s...No. NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? fcl• ;o ■ O
Is the facility as described in the permit? 0 n n n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ❑ ■
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■ n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
0000
Comment: There is a new owner, the local fire department. This sytem will not
discharge more than 1,000 gallons per day; therefore the new owners are -requesting
coverage under the NCG550000 general permit.
See summary.
Grease Removal
Yes
No NA. NE
# Is automatic grease removal present?
n
❑ ■ n
Is grease removal operating properly?
n
n ■ n
Comment: There are no grease traps. The -school used to freeze their grease and
discard appropriately. This same practice is suggested for new owners.
Septic Tank
Yes
No NA' NE. .
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
■
0.0 n
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
■
n n n
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
■
fl Q n
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
■
0 0 fl
Comment: There is no visual alarm on this system: The audio alarm works, it is in the.
building.
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Yes
No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
■
n 011
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
00
■ 0
Is sand filter free of ponding?
■
❑ n Cl
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Permit: NCO066729 Owner - Facility: Bradshaw Fire & Rescue WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/17/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Sand Filters (Low rate) j Yes No NA - NE
.Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? n n ■ n
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or -excessive vegetation?
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
Comment: This system has'not been in operation for over a year, and now has a new
owner. Repairs to the 2nd lateral will have to be made; there is a crack midway up the
line. Also the vegetation that has grown in the filter will have to be, removed. As
discussed, vegetation roots can cause a direct pathway for water through the sand. The
water needs to be well dispersed_ across the sand so it can flow through the largest area
possible for treatment.
See summary for update. 1
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment: Vegetation also needs to be removed from this unit. The bottom of the
tablet dispenser is broken; this needs to be fixed so tablets do not fall through.
See summary. 1 .
On00
Yes No NA NE
■nnn
M00C3
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?. Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)? 00 ■ n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? n. n ■
cj
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine contain ers? n n ■ o
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type? ■ ❑ n ❑
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? ■ n n
Number of tubes in use? 2
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? . m n n o
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Permit: NCO066729 Owner - Facility: Bradshaw Fire & Rescue WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/17/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? ■ n 11
If effluent (diffuser.pipes are required) are they operating properly? n ❑ ■ 0
Comment: The effluent pipe is at the junction of two streams and a culvert, which is an
area of a stream that will accumulate sediment buildup. We had to -dig to find the
effluent pipe. The effluent pipe needs to remain exposed. Keeping sediment buildup off
of the effluent pipe will be an ongoing maintenance issue. Also there is some bank
erosion by the corner of -the fencing around the chlorine/dechlorination units. This
should be repaired to avoid further erosion which could compromise the fence.
Page # ' 5

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder
Governor Director
March 06, 2014
Steve Atkins, Chief
Bradshaw Fire Department and Rescue, Inc.
PO Box 39
Green Mountain, NC 28740
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
r
Subject: NPDES Permit Modification- Name and/or
Ownership Change A
Permit Number NCO066729 ivu}�V Jc l 6 j C
Tipton Hill School r4z 0 G 0.
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Atkins:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your request to transfer ownership of the subject permit, received
on February 24, 2014. This permit modification documents the change of ownership.
Please find enclosed the revised permit. All other terms and conditions contained in the original permit remain
unchanged and in full effect. This permit modification is issued under the requirements of North Carolina General
Statutes 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency.
If you have any questions concerning this permit modification, please contact the Wastewater Branch at (919)
807-6304.
Sincere y,
G
Thomas A. Reeder
cc: Central Files
�A`sheville` Office
NPDES Unit File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: 91M07-64921 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterqua[iV.org
An Equal Opportunity1 Affirmative Action Employer
RECEIVED
Division of Water Resources
MAR 1 3 2014
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
NorthCarolina

Permit NCO066729
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other -lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission; and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
BRADSHAW FIRE DEPARTMENT AND RESCUE, INC.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Tipton Hill School
4256 NC Highway 197
Bakersville
Mitchell County
to receiving waters designated as Raccoon Creek in subbasin 04-03-06 of the
French Broad River- Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective March 6, 2014.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on February 29, 2016.
Signed this day March 6, 2014.
Th�o/fn�s A. Reeder, Director—.- ..
Di�lsion of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO066729
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of
this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the
exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements,
terms, and provisions included herein.
Bradshaw Fire Department and Rescue, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
♦ 5000-gallon septic / dosing tank
♦ Low-pressure pumps with audio/visual alarms
♦ 45 ft x 45 ft surface sand filter
♦ Tablet chlorination chlorine contact chamber
♦ Tablet dechlorination
The facility is located near Bakersville at the Tipton Hill School off NC Highway
197 in Mitchell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Raccoon Creek, currently classified C-Trout waters in hydrologic unit
06010108 of the French Broad River Basin.
2

Permit NCO066729
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration,
the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
I?ARAMETER_ ',
i LIMITS_. ,'
IVIONITORINCr�REQUIREMENTS'
-[FCS Code]' .: .
t Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
-Measurement,
Sample Type,
Sample t
„.
Frequency.
--
L'ocation_?
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
[50050]
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[C0310]
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[C0530
NH3 as N (April 1— October 31)
7.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[CO610]
NH3 as N (November 1— March 31)
18.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[C0610]
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[31616]
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)l
17 µg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
[500601
pH
[004001
— 16.0 and < 9.0 standard units
—
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Notes:
1. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including
field certified. However, effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance
purposes
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory, Governor
John E. Skvarla.11l, Secretary
Charles Wakild, P.E., Director
NORTH CARouNA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NAruRAL RESOURCES
PERMIT NAME/OWNERSHIP CHANGE FORM
1. CURRENT PERMIT INFORMATION:
Permit Number: NC00 G l fo l y 21,
M . or�NCG5I
1. Permit holder's name: l l rn ' tf{
y naA eCAA
2. Facility Name: I i•rJ= Mill l =Z)C-n l
II. NEW OWNERINAME INFORMATION: t'
1. This request for a name change is a result of: �� , . 014
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X a. Change in ownership of property/company t
b. Name change only Rcl
c. Other (please explain):
2. New owner's name (name to be'put on permit):
3. New owner's or signing official's name and title: sje- y-e m lCips
(Person legally responsible for permit)
C_I, t"af
(Title)
4. Mailing address: Pr) f-lnX 39. City: l-� r'•Pt-n Mott
State: (d Zip Code: Phone: ( 89-9) (e F3 8 q f)0
E-mail address: �t c p h e a— k� f s� ��n%� i'L. C-a
THIS APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE DIVISION UNLESS ALL OF THE
APPLICABLE ITEMS LISTED BELOW ARE INCLUDED WITH THE SUBMITTAL.
REQUIRED ITEMS:
1. This completed application form
2. Legal documentation of the transfer of ownership (such as a property deed, articles of
incorporation, or sales agreement)
[see reverse side of this page for signature requirements]
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Applicant's Certification:
name/ownership change has been reviewed ai
knowledge. I understand that if all required pa
if all required supporting information and attacl
package will be returned as incomplete.
attest that this application for a
is accurate and complete to the best of my
of this application are not completed and that
ants are not included, this application
Date: - b
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING
INFORMATION & MATERIALS, SHOULD BE ;SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDDRESS:
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Center
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Version 2112

Book 543 Page 191
i
APPROVED BY TAX ASSESSOR TO BE
RECORDED IN THE MITCHELL COUNTY
REGISTER OF DEE FFI
DATE 11-4- 13
Mitchell County
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MITCHELL CO, NC FEE $26.00
NO TAXABLE CONSIDERATION
PRESENTED ARECORDED
11-20-2013 01:34:14 PM
MTHY LAWS
REGISTER Of DEED,
BY: LDRI PITMAN
DEPUTY
BK: RE 643
PG: 191-193
Excise Tax EXEMPT Return after recording to -�
Tax MaplD# p/o OB34-00-38-8007 Preparedby Elizabeth L. Holmes
P.O. Box 615
Elizabeth L. Holmes Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Attorney at Law
BRIEF DESCRIPTION FOR INDEX ->I BRADSHAW TOWNSHIP
f2TATF nP NnRTH CARnIJNA DATE _ GENERAL
COUNTY OF MITCHELL November 1B, 2013 WARRANTY DEED
Mitchell County Board of Education Bradshaw Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Inc.,
72 Ledger School Road A North Carolina Non -Profit Corporation
Bakersville, NC 28705 P.O. Box 39
Green Mountain, N.C. 28740
;,--------;,
Grantor
Ien reference herein is made to the GRAITOR and/or the GRA
include the masculine as well as the feminine.
"Grantee"
neuter shall
WITNESSETH
FOR VALUABLE CONSIDERATION RECEIVED, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the GRANTOR hereby has bargained sold and
conveyed in fee simple unto the GRANTEE all that certain lot or parcel of land the City of NIA , _Bradshaw Township of
_Mitchell County more particularly described as follows:
SEE ATTACHED EXHIBIT A INCORPORATED HEREIN BY REFERENCE FOR A COMPLETE LEGAL DESCRIPTION.
DLg
FEB 2 4 ICl i�
DER ATER QUALi TY
PO N Ot1RCE D NCH
HOLMES a HOLMES, ATTORNEYS AT LAW, 167 LOCUST STREET, P.O. BOX 615, SPRUCE PINE, NC 28777

Book 543 Page 192
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD this realty and all privileges and appur
assigns in fee simple.
And the GRANTOR covenants with the GRANTEE that GRANTC
simple, that the title is marketable and free and clear of all encum
lawful claims of all persons whomsoever, other than the following
Any Restrictions, Appurtenances, Easeme
services and utility easements) and Rig
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Grantor has duly executed the
MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
(Seal)
Sam Blevins, Chairman of the Board
Richard A.
to the Board
TATE OF North Cax
CCCJJJ
U
I, a Notary Public, certify the
he Is Chairman of the Board
appeared before me this da
�=
Mitchell County Board of Ed
this entity both Sam Blevins
behalf as its act and deed.
Official Sfggnature of Notar
(Official Seal)
Date: ll It
expires:
thereto belonging unto the GRANTEE its heirs, successors and/or
is seized of the premises in fee simple, has the right to convey the same in fee
ances, and that GRANTOR will forever warrant and defend the title against the
s (including, but not limited to general
s of Way as they may appear of record.
GRANTOR'S "RESIDENCE" DISCLOSURE
If initialled,
the orooerty described herein includes the orimary residence
of the Grantor pursuant to N.C. Gen Stat. 4%5.31 I. ,
on the DATE first above written.
)ling . Mitchell COUNTY
Sam Blevins, personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged that
)f Mitchell County Board of Education AND Richard A. Spurling personally
and acknowledged that he is Superintendent and Secretary to the Board of
cation the GRANTOR herein and that by authority duly given and as the act of
ind Richard A Spurting signed the foregoing instrument in its name and on its
fitness my hand and Official Seal on this Date shown.
E- Printed (or typed) Name
ELIZABETH L. HOLMES, ATTORNEY AT LAW, 1 6y LOCUST STREET, P.O. Box 615, SPRUCE PINE, NC 26777

Book 543 Page 193
EXHIBIT A
BEGINNING on a set railroad spike in the edge of the paved surface of N.C. Highway 197, said
spike being S. 679 49' 09" E 198.30 feet from an existing iron pin in the line of United Methodist
Church (See Book of Mortgages 61 at Page 129, Mitchell County Registry); thence, from the
BEGINNING, N 270 32' 16" E 451.91 feet to a set iron pin; thence, N 71' 38' 58" W 200.00
feet to a set iron pin in the line with Stephen Pate (See Deed Book 241 at Page 625, Mitchell
County Registry) ; thence, N 27" 32' 16" E 62.00 feet to a set iron pin in a fenceline; thence, N
100 18' 58" E 316.96 feet to a set iron pin; thence, N 00' 34' 32" E 146.96 feet to a set iron pin;
thence, N 02127' 23" E 254.29 feet to a set iron pin; thence, N 20' 03' 00" W 130.07 feet to a
set iron pin; thence, N 11 ° 53' 40" W 86.94 feet to a set iron pin; thence, N 06' 02' 47" W
186.66 feet to an existing iron pin; thence, N 47' 35' 55" W 103.19 feet to an existing iron pin;
thence, N 31 ° 25' 09" E 47.63 feet to a set iron pin in the line with Roger Whitson (See Deed
Boole 155 at Page 207, Mitchell County Registry); thence, S 59' 46' 30" E 421.15 feet to a set
iron pin; thence, S 58' 03' 5 1 " E 596.80 feet to an existing iron pin, a common corner with
Whitson and Recia Taylor (See Deed Book 258 at Page 245, Mitchell County Registry); thence,
S 56" 17' 48" E 91.82 feet to an existing iron pin; thence, S 56' 17' 48" E 129.35 feet to a set
railroad spike; thence, running with the western margin of Griffith Road (NCSR # 13 12) the
following courses and distances: S 45° 06' 59" W 50.52 feet to a computed point, S 420 14' 12"
W 76.19 feet to a computed point, S 34' 57' 18" W 39.84 feet to a computed point, S 27' 19'
28" W 73.56 feet to a computed point, S 19' 29' 28" W 92.03 feet to a computed point, S 250
20' 57" W 40.62 feet to a computed point, S 291 18' 15" W 65,62 feet to a computed point, S
230 18' 17" W 43.44 feet to a computed point, S 130 52' 00" W 67.52 feet to a computed point,
S 110 00' 3 1 " W 60.47 feet to a computed point, S 20° 26' 02" W 38.55 feet to a computed
point, S 270 16' 09" W 18.23 feet to a set railroad spike; thence, leaving the margin of Griffith
Road, N 740 02' 44" W 61.92 feet to a double maple near a gazebo; thence, N 88130' 43" W
1.92 feet to a set iron pin; thence, N 88' 30' 44" W 26.74 feet to a maple cluster; thence, S 18'
16' 16" W 61.38 feet to an existing iron pin; thence, S 08' 14' 16" W 65.82 feet to an existing
iron pin; thence, S 090 33' 44" E 54.35 feet to a set railroad spike in the margin of Griffith Road;
thence, running with the western margin of Griffith Road the following courses and distances: S
130 3 V 17" W 23.89 to a computed point, S 07' 17' 50" W 87.71 feet to a computed point, S 13'
34' 18" W 61.19 feet to a computed point, S 19° 33' 56" W 48.39 feet to a computed point, S
23° 29' 13" W 102.61 feet to a computed point, S 15° 24' 02" W 24,79 feet to a computed point,
S 040 16' 02" W 31.02 feet to a computed point, S 00° 27'_08" W 116,87 feet to a computed
point, S 06' 48' 05" W 41.58 feet to a computed point in the northern margin of N.C. Highway
197; thence, with the northern margin of N.C. Highway 197 the following courses and distances:
N 500 22' 16" W 39.60 feet to a computed point, N 60' 25' 38" W 174.25 feet to a computed
point, N 65' 47' 10" W 98.07 feet to a computed point, N 77141' 49" W 71.21 feet to a
computed point, N 850 21' 05" W 147.23 feet to a computed point, N 84' 06' 12" W 24.20 feet
to a computed point, N 80' 03' 45" W 24.91 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing 23.88
acres, more or less, as shown on a plat of survey drawn by John E. Keen, PLS L-2991 dated
October 30, 2001 and labeled Map File No. 01-244A.
EXCEPTED from the above described lands,. those certain tracts of land as shown as Tracts 1
and 2 on a plat of survey by Marvin J. Nunley; PLS L-4413, dated October 24, 2013 and labeled
Job No. 13-145 and recorded in Plat Book 3 at Page 318, Mitchell County Registry.
AND BEING a portion of the same lands conveyed to Grantor by deeds recorded in Book 111,
Page 373 and. Book 104, Page 461, both of Mitchell County Registry.
THIS CONVEYANCE is subject to that certain lease agreement as evidenced by Memorandum
of Lease recorded in Deed Book 502 at Page 230, Mitchell County Registry.

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I N I• 2 15 I 31 NCO066729 111 121 14/01/27 117 18I C I 19I S I 20I
Remarks
211 1 1 1
1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 i6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------------- Reserved-------------
67 I 169 70 I I 71 I I 72 I N I 73 I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: - Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
11:30 AM 14/01/27
11/03/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NCSR 1304 At NCSR 1312
Green Mountain NC 28740
12:00 PM 14/01/27
16/02/29
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Richie Crowder,72 Ledger School Rd Bakersville NC 28705#828-766-2220/8287662221 Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit ■ Operations & Maintenance ■ Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Find in/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: NCO066729
Inspection Date: 01/27/2014
Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? n n n n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge n n n n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
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(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Is the facility as described in the permit? i
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?A%4
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? v
Comment:
Grease Removal
# Is automatic grease removal present?
Is grease removal operating properly?
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(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule? `✓/
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
Comment:
Pump Station - Influent
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present? 2
Are all pumps operable?
Are float controls operable?
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
Comment:
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Inspection Date: 01/27/2014
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill.Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational? f=1 n n n
Is the distribution box level and watertight? / �I n n n n
Is sand filter free of ponding? G" / C / t �f n n n n
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? NA
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Appro)(
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use? • 1
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? /L
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?`
Is there -chlorine residual_prior,to_de-chlorination? _,1!
Comment:
Type of system?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine contair
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating prop
Comment:
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Facility information
NPDES permit #: NC0066729 Mitchell County
Facility name: Mitchell County Board of Education —
Mitchell County Schools —
Tipton Hill School WWTP
WWTP class: I (Biological)
WWTP type: 0.005 MGD septic / dosing tank; low pressure
pumps with audio/visual alarms; 45 ft. x 45 ft.
surface sand filter; tablet chlorinator; chlorine
contact chamber; and tablet dechlorinator.
Annual Average Flow: 0.0012 MGD (3 year average: 2007-2010)
Collection System: < 12 connections.
Development: The WWTP serves the school, which has 69
students and staff.
WWTP location: . 4256 NC Hwy 197, Green Mountain, NC
Responsible official: Rick Spurling, Ph.D.
Responsible "'s title: Assistant Superintendent
Mailing address: 72 Ledger School Road; Bakersville, NC 28705
Phone numbers
828-688-4432 Dr. Rick Spurling — Asst. Supt.
828-688-4095 " — fax
828-766-2220 Dr. M. Brock Womble — School Superintendent
828-766-2221 "" - fax
828-385-1846 cell Richie Crowder, ORC — Maintenance Director
(Email: [e-mail])
Operator information
Certified ORC & grade: Richie Crowder - Grade I — Cert # 987907
Certified Back-up ORC: David Huskins — Grade I — Cert. #
Permit information
Date issued: 4-1-2006
Expiration date: 2-28-2011

Stream information
Stream:
River basin:
Sub -basin:
Hydrologic Unit Code:
Quad:
Grid:
Stream classification:
Drainage area sq mi:
Instream Waste Conc.:
Average stream flow:
Summer 7Q10 cfs:
Winter 7Q10 cfs:
30Q2 cfs:
Other information
Directions:
Raccoon Creek
French Broad Rive_ r Basin
04-03-06
06010108
Huntdale, NC
C9SE
C Trout
0.35
0.52 cfs
0.06
0.08
0.13
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Bakersville.

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality-.; y�=,�
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
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February 1, 2011
Mr: Richie Crowder I ,. j � t 2011 L '�
Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger 'School Rd�'r
Bakersville, N.C. 28705 WATEn (-;U.:.'1,JTY SECTION '�
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Dear Mr. Crowder:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes the following changes from the draft permit sent to you on
December 8, 2010:
- ➢ The -school name has-been corrected [removing the word Elementary from the name]
➢ The list of installed components has been updated.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming -to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please
contact Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone].
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oleen H. Sullins
cc: Central Files
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NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / http://pogal.ncdenr.org/web/wq
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Permit NCO066729
STATE OF -NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
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In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
- Mitchell County Board of .Education
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Tipton
4256 NC
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;hway 197
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County
to receiving waters designated as Raccoon Creek in subbasin 04-03-06 of the
French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective March 1, 2011.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on February 29, 2016.
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Signed this day February 1, 2011
C914'n H. Sullins, Dir
Division of Water Qua
By Authority of the Er
tal Management Commission

Permit NC0066729
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of
this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the
exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements,
terms, and provisions included herein.
The Mitchell County Board of Education is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MGD wastewater- treatment system with
the following components:
♦ 5000-gallon septic / dosing tank
♦ Low-pressure pumps with audio/visual alarms
♦ 45 ft x 45 ft surface sand filter
♦ Tablet chlorination chlorine contact chamber
♦ Tablet dechlorination
The facility is located near Bakersville at the Tipton Hill School off NC Highway
197 in Mitchell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Raccoon Creek, currently classified C-Trout waters in hydrologic unit
06010108 of the French Broad River Basin.

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Hydrologic Unit: 06010108 Tipton Hill ELerner
Stream Class: C-Trout School .-
Subbasin: 040306 Mitchell County
Receiving Stream: Raccoon Creek
River Basin: French broad
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Permit NC0066729
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this .permit and lasting until expiration,
the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
;7 ,LIMITS h
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[PCS Code]
Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Sample Type
, -Sample
Frequency
Location _
FloW
50050
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0310
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0530
NH3 as N (April 1— October 31)
7.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0610
NH3 as N (November 1— March 31)
18.0 mglL
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C061 01
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
31616
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)'
17 µg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
50060
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
00400
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Notes:
1. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including
field certified. However, effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance
purposes
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples
shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative
of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system,
which is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period.
The Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual
sample collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period
at a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may
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only be used in situations where effluent fl
also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected n
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment s
grab samples at intervals of no greater t]
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment s
effluent grab samples at least every six I
hour sampling period.
rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions
of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
than once per hour.
!ms whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent
20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
!ms whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
rs; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent timis when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a cale:
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For polli
calculated as the total mass of the pollutant dis4
comprises the mean concentration for a 24-hour sam
arithmetic mean of all grab samples collected during
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar m
day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
s measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is
;ed over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration
period as either a composite sample concentration or the
period. (40 CFR 122.2)
Daily Sampling I
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in
the permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal
operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit
parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered =1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling,
discharge.
to Section 311 of the CWA.
both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of
fecal coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe proper , damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become
inoperable, or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in
the absence of a bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance
with permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance
caused by operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of
preventive maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of
fecal coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a
violation of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and
reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time , provided in the regulations that establish these standards or
prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified
to incorporate the requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402,
or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319 (d)
and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section
402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3)
or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
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penalties of not more than $100,000 per day m of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or
both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more
than 30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon
conviction of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and
can be fined up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 'of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to
exceed $37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during
which the violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500.
[33 USC 1319 (g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to
violation of this permit with a reasonable like]
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on '
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this po
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for non
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore,
fish kills, even though the responsibility for efi
ize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
of adversely affecting human health or the environment
gassing" (Part H. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
it shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
ipliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
ve compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties Ito which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS
143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision
of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances,
and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-231.
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8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which
the Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and
reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also
furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(h)]•
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit,
the Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration
date. Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that
does not have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration,
will subject the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and
certified [40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production,
or operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which
govern the operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making
major capital investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive
measures to assure long term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations;
the manager can ensure that the. necessary systems are established. or actions taken to gather complete
and accurate information for permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents
has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall
be signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that
person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well
or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position
having overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized
representative may thus be either &named individual or any individual occupying a named position.);
and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the
Director prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
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d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this docicment and all attachments were prepared tinder my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the
information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and �imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuancejor Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and
regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North
Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Admini
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after
being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105
(b) (2) may cause this Division to initiate action to� revoke the permit.
of Poll
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by
certified water pollution control treatment systen
control treatment system. Such operator must ho:
classification assigned to the water pollution coi
Permittee must also employ one or more certifie
the type of the system. Back-up ORCs must posse
grade of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary tc
treatment facility must be visited at least
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A
The ORC of each Class II,11I and IV facility must:
Controls
ze Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
rol treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of
,s a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the
insure proper operation of the treatment system; the
8G.0204.
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary tol insure proper operation of the treatment system; the
treatment facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall
the operator in responsible charge: '
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater 1
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the c
ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back
a letter to the Certification Commission designating
introduced into a new system
tion of the system requiring the designation of a new
ORC.
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2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the
existing facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all
facilities and systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the
Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also
includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires
the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance
with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible_ for all proper operation and
maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator
[subcontractor] or a member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]•
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded,
but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject
to the provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in
Part II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take
enforcement action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime.
This condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the
exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal
periods of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take
enforcement action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide
collection system permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects,
if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in
Paragraph c. (1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]:An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought
for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims
that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative'
action subject to judicial review.
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b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstra e, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs,
or other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The 'Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other poll tants removed in the course of treatment or control of
wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of, in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to
prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United
States. The Permittee shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage
sludge. Upon promulgation of 40 CFR Part 5031 any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the
utilization/disposal of sludge may be reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate
applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The Per ittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for
the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even
if the permit is not modified to incorporate the requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing
Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by
means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as
nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collet
time that is characteristic of the discharge over
taken at the monitoring points specified in this p
or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
without notification to and the approval of the Pf
required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and
ed at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and
ie entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be
rmit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins
Hater, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed
-mit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported
on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting
period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be
selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored
discharges. The devices shall be installed, calib,rated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the
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measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be
capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates
throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated
at a minimum of once per year and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. The Director shall approve the flow measurement device
and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in
Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the
Division's Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for
information regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate
field parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures
have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must
be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved
methods are determined capable of achieving -minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge
requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level)
approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished
by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation,
or by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under
this paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not
more than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.411.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period. of at least five years (or longer as required by
40 CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40
CFR 122.411.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
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c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analy
e. The analytical techniques or methods used;
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor
acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be
required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or
where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities,
practices, or operations regulated or require,
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for
authorized by the CWA, any substances or I
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be a
discharge of any pollutant identified in this
authorized shall constitute a violation of the DE
!quipment (including monitoring and control equipment),
under this permit; and
he purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
rameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
t with the terms and conditions of this permit. The
more frequently than or at a level in excess of that
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted fac
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significant.
discharged. This notification applies to pollu
to notification requirements under 40 CFR 12,'
c. The alteration or addition results in a sig
practices, and such alteration, addition or chi
different from or absent in the existing permi
reported during the permit application procE
plan.
may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
.nts subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor
62 (a) (1).
.ficant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal
Lge may justify the application of permit conditions that are
including notification of additional use or disposal sites not
or not reported pursuant to an approved land application
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or
other activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such
action may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results �of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
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b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit
at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part 11. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly
submit such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts
of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a
sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other
unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment
of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the
offices of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly
making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided
for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification
in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.411.
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12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that
annual report to the Permit Issuing Authority a
215.1C). The report shall summarize the perfc
extent to which the facility was compliant i
pertaining to water quality. The report shall be
or fiscal year, depending upon which annual pE
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1
sect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an
to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-
.ance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the
i applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules
)vided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar
is used for evaluation.
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required
to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR
122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels';
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 pg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per
liter (500 pg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1
mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest
of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 pg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the
terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a
report in such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within
60 days of notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
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SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Section A. Definitions
T IV
R MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j)j
TntPrfarPnrP
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment
causes or contributes to a violation of any requ
use or disposal in compliance with specified a]
NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (13)]
�s; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
of the POTW's NPDES Permit or prevents sewage sludge
State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a
violation, of the POTW's NPDES permit, or of an inst�eam water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of t]
definition includes any devices and systems used in
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It al
convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also mea
section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction
treatment works. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (27)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An industrial user that discharges wastewater h
2H.0903 (b) (34)]:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or n
sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdc
(b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design i
maximum allowable headworks loading of the
(c) is required to meet a national categorical pretr(
(d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this d
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for a
pretreatment standard or requirement or P01
disposal options.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (PI
CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This
e storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they
the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in
ier indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a
a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC
per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding
wastewaters) or;
of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of the
I'W treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or;
gent standard, or;
ition, otherwise determined by the POTW, the Division, or
rsely affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any
receiving stream standard, or to limit the POTW's sludge
All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction) of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the
operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the
treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.21
All POTW's must provide adequate notice to the Dire
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the P(
transport, which would be subject to section
pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or charac
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of
of the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b)]:
from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those
of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
permit.
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3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the
quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from industries
using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water
quality standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste
treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as
defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)]
b. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5 (b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH
lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity
that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the permittee's Pretreatment Program
and/or the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional
Office. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became
aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the
discharge, the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and
times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken
or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance
by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary
regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
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specific local limits, best management practices
from any Significant Industrial User, the Permi
Pretreatment Program or a modification of an ex�
section D below as well as 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a;
This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, r
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include
Pretreatment Program as required under Section
the requirements of the approved State pretreatm
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater
:tee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
[sting Pretreatment Program, for approval as required under
and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
evoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
program, as appropriate.
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA -and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in
accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in
the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403,15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall
include but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined
in Part II or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authI
NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting
403.8 (f) (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 2H.0905 [also 4I
users that may have an impact on the POTW an
POTW by these industrial users and identification
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS act
required by the Division. The IWS submission shE
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division-approv
to be used in a wastewater treatment plant He
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the
Section D, and Section E.S.). [15A NCAC 2H.0906
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written t
updated HWA or documentation of why one is x
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC
listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A N
enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allc
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Perr
operation of pretreatment equipment and dis
contain limitations, sampling protocols, report
and compliance schedules as necessary for the
their wastewater discharge will meet all appli
shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT)
rity to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
403.9 (b) (1), (2)]
of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
CFR 122.44 (j) (1)], including identification of all industrial
the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the
of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The
vities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
.1 include a summary of any investigations conducted under
I Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data _
lworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific
an shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part II,
) (2) and .0905]
HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
,f this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
!clinical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
of needed) [40 CFR 122.441. The Permittee shall develop, in
?H.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
'-AC 2H.0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
10 CFR 403.3(1).
!e shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
ge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits shall
requirements, appropriate standard and special conditions,
allation of treatment and control technologies to assure that
.e pretreatment standards and requirements. The Permittee
ich summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from
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all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2H.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67 (a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an
AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply
with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS
143-215.1 (a). (8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(d); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)]
The Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -limited
pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from July 1
through December 31,, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled at least once per calendar
year; For the purposes of this paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of compounds listed in
40 CFR 136.3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or
in 15A NCAC 2H .0908. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.44(j)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations. All
remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be required to
submit a partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of
pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection. Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) in
Significant Non -Compliance (SNQ
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b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms
approved by the Division;
d.) .Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU) in
SNC. These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific
format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice
of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director is needed to
determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were in Significant Non -
Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable
pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be
published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 2H .0903(b)(35), .0908(b)(5)
and .0905 and 40 CFR 403:8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along
with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on
the POTW. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(a) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Progjams
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications,
POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be
considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18,15 NCAC 2H .0114 and 15A NCAC
2H .0907.
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From: Frazier, Wanda
Sent: Friday, January 07, 2011.3:07.PM
To: Weaver, Charles
Cc: Edwards, Roger
Subject: NCO066729 Tipton Hill -School DRAFT permit
Attachments: 66729-d raft. doc; 66729 Expedited Fact Sheet.doc; 66729
_box.doc; 66729_map.ppt; NCO066729 Tipton Hill School
cover page 2011.doc
Importance: High
Hi Charles,
Per your request, here are my comments for the permit renewal for NCO066729 Tipton Hill School UW TP.
Attached is,the most recent facility info cover page.
Here's what I would suggest for the draft permit:
A. The facility names listed on the application is: Mitchell County Schools - Tipton Hill
School.
Since they removed the word "Elementary" from the name, I think that I would make these
names match throughout the permit documents by putting:
"Tipton Hill School" (instead of "Tipton Hill Elementary School").
Change the "fact sheet" to: "Tipton Hill School" (instead of "Tipton Hill Elementary
School")
Change the "DRAFT permit cover page" (dated December 8, 2010) to: "Tipton Hill
School" (instead of "Tipton Hill Elementary School")
Change the "DRAFT permit" (down below... "is hereby authorized to discharge
wastewater from...") to:
"Tipton Hill School" (instead of ".Tipton Hill Elementary School")
also, change the address to: 4256 NC Highway 197; Bakersville (instead of
"4256 NC Highway 191; Tipton Hill")
Change the "supplement to permit cover sheet" (in Item #1., down below the list of
treatment components as follows:

"The facility is located in ...
Ile (instead of "Tipton Hill")
and "Tipton Hill School" (in
and "located ... at 4256 Hig
Highway 197... )
Change the "map" to: "Tipton Hil
B. Supplement to permit cover page: (see
1. Continue to operate:
of "Tipton Hill Elementary School")
197 in Mitchell County (instead of "off of NC
(instead of "Tipton Hill Elementary School")
ment)
0.005 MGD septic / dosing tank; low pressure pumps with audio/visual
alarms; 45 ft. x 45 ft. surface sand filter; tablet chlorinator;
chlorine contact chamber; and tablet dechlorinator.
Everything else looks good.
ARO recommends renewal of this permit.
Thanks,
Wanda
Wanda Frazier
Email: [e-mail]
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
Surface Water Protection Section
2090 US 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Switchboard: 828-296-4500 x 4662
Direct line: 828-296-4662
Fax: [phone]
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address maybe subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and S
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Weaver, Charles
Sent: Monday, December 06, 2010 10:46 AM
2
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To: Pugh, James L.; Frazier, Wanda
Subject: DRAFT permit renewal for NCO066729 / Tipton Hill Elementary School
Importance: High
This is a class WW-1 facility in Mitchell County.
Please send me any comments by 1/10/2011.
Thanks,
CHW
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FACT SHEET FOR EXPEDITED PERMIT RENEWALS
This form must be completed by Permit Writers for all expedited permits which do not require
full Fact Sheets. Expedited permits are generally simple 100% domestics (e.g., schools, mobile
home parks, etc) that can be administratively renewed with minor changes, but can include
facilities with more complex issues (Special Conditions, 303(d) listed water, toxicity testing,
instream monitoring, compliance concerns).
Basic Information for Expedited Permit Renewals
Permit Writer/Date
Charles H. Weaver—12/3/2010
Permit Number
NCO066729
Facility Name
Tipton Hill nta School WWTP
Basin Name/Sub-basin number
French Broad / 04-03-06
Receiving Stream
Raccoon Creek
Stream Classification in Permit
C-Trout
Does permit need Daily Maximum NH3 limits?
No — already resent
Does permit need TRC limits/language?-
No — already present
Does permit have toxicity testing?
No
Does permit have Special Conditions?
No
Does permit have instream monitoring?
No
Is the stream impaired (on 303(d) list)?
No
Any obvious compliance concerns?
No
An permit mods since lastpermit?
No
New expiration date
2/29/2!016
Comments received on Draft Permit?
Most Commonly Used Expedited Language:
• 303(d) language for Draft/Final Cover Letters: "Please note that [receiving stream] is
listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina 303(d) Impaired Waters List.
Addressing impaired waters is a high priority with the Division, and instream data will
continue to be evaluated. If there is noncompliance with this permit's effluent limits and
stream impairment can be attributed to your facility, then mitigative measures may be
required".
• TRC language for Compliance Level for Cover Letters/Effluent Sheet Footnote:
"The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory
including field certified. However, effluent values below 50 µg/l will be treated as zero
for compliance purposes."

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environmentand Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
December 8, 2010
Mr..Richie Crowder
Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger School Rd
Bakersville, N.C. 28705
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit NCOO66729
Tipton Hill1 entar School WWTP
Class WW-1
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Crowder:
The Division has reviewed your request to renew the subject permit. Please review this draft carefully to
ensure your thorough understanding of the information, conditions, and requirements it contains.
The draft permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit:
➢ A revised total residual chlorine (TRC) compliance level,has been added to outfall 001..
With this notification, the Division will solicit public comment'on this draft permit by publishing a notice in
newspapers having circulation in the general Mitchell County area, per EPA requirements. Please provide
your comments, if any, to me no later than 30 days after receiving this draft permit.
Following the 30-day public comment period, the Division will review all pertinent comments and take
appropriate action prior to issuing a final permit. If you have questions concerning the draft, please contact
me at the telephone number or a=mail address listed at the bottom of this page.
Sincerely,'
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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Tom,
Permit NCO066729
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
Mitchell County. Board of Education
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Tipton Hill tar School
4256 NC Highway 197
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t
Mitchell County
to receiving waters designated as Raccoon Creek in subbasin 04-03-06 of the
French Broad River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions. set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on February 29, 2016.
Signed this day
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0066729
SUPPLEMENT TO
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whc
this permit issuance, any previously issued permit be
exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this
terms, and provisi
The Mitchell County Board of Ed
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005
the following components:
♦ Septic tank
♦ Dosing tank
♦ Surface sand filter
♦ Effluent chlorination & dechlorinatio
The facility is located in Ti ton Hill)at
Z4 Highway 197 in Mitchell County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works
map into Raccoon Creek, currently cl,,
06010108 of the French Broad River B,,
COVER SHEET
for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of
this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the
ity arises under the permit conditions, requirements,
included herein.
tion is hereby authorized to:
MGD wastewater treatment system with
Tipton Hill le ntary chool off-NC-
1/0
t the location specified on the attached
;sifted C-Trout waters in hydrologic unit

Permit NC0066729
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration,
the Permitted is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER :; '
.LIMITS ka ;
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
x 5,
�° ;
[PCS Code] ti - �
: Monthly.;Average
Daily Maximum,
,a Measurement
:Sam le T
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p
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0
Frequency
Location
Flow
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
50050
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0310
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0530
NH3 as N (April 1- October 31)
7.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0610
NH3 as N (November 1- March 31)
18.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
C0610 -
Fecal "Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
-2/Month
Grab
Effluent
31616
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)l
17 µg/L
21Week
Grab
Effluent
LH1
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
- -
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Notes:
1. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including
field certified. However, effluent values below 50 µg/ L will be treated as zero for compliance
purposes
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts

Longitude: 82°16'05"
USGS Quad: Huntdale, N.C.
Hydrologic Unit: 06010108
Stream Class: C-Trout
Subbasin: 040306
Receiving Stream: Raccoon Creek
River Basin: French Broad
NCO066729
Tipton Hill le �nt
School
Mitchell County
Facility ;� ��
Location
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NCENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
September 22, 2010
TONY R CROWDER
MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR
MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
72 LEDGER SCHOOL ROAD
BAKERSVILLE NC 28705
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal ap lication
NPDES Permit ` C60�9
4i .ton i Elementa'ry Sc o®
V tchrl County
Dear Mr. Crowder:
The NPDES Unit acknowledges receipt of the permit renewal application for the above facility on
September 22, 2010; however, on initial review it was noted that the required Sludge Management Plan was not
included in the paperwork submitted. Please submit to this unit a narrative description of your Sludge Management
Plan. Describe how sludge (or other solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If
your facility has no such plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids), explain this in writing.
For your convenience, we can accept a faxed copy at [phone] or you can mail it attention to me at
the mail service center address listed below. Upon receipt, a member of the NPDES Unit will further review your
application and will contact you if additional information is required. - ,
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Charles
Weaver at [phone].
Sincerely,
Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Als-liQv lle-:Regi©_ . na1 ;office/Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit , . '
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: 91M07-6492 \ Customer.Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
NorthCarolina
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer

Dr. M. Brock Womble, Superintendent
September 20, 2010
To: NPDES Unit
�j.
MITCHELL COUNTY
BOARD OF EDUCATION
72 Ledger School Road -
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
[phone] — FAX [phone]
From: Mitchell County Board of Education
BOARD MEMBERS
Dean Myers, Chairman
Jeff Harding, Vice -Chairman
Sam Blevins
Roger Burleson
Tommy Ledford
The Mitchell County Board of Education is requesting the renewal of NPDES Permit
#NC0066729. This facility has not made any changes in its operation since issuance of the last
permit, which expires: 2/28/11.
T ou,
•G
Richie Crowder, Maintenance Director
Mitchell County Schools

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For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters < L-G) MGD
Mail the complete application to:
W. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDE3 Unit
31617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-Il617
NFDE3 Peirrnit COO re 43
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1. Contact Informations- i �t,`l� l iLn'ICt G T Ecluccdids
Owner Nance M r L A r _
Facility Name `�:�.�W
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
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2. Location of facility producing discharge:
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Street Address or State Road 4 )L57( f, f a waq I Gl'7
city,ke�
State / Zip Code C. f r o-T
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County _ I ' 1� -[& I I
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name
Mailing Address
city
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
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4. Description of wastewater:
Facill►tE GeaneaatingWastewater(checic all that apply}:
Industrial
❑
Commercial
❑
Residential
❑ �,
School
Other
❑
Number of Employees
Number of Employees
Number of Homes
Number of Students/ Staff
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.): �� o
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Population served: (9
d. a of collection system
LU Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points
Outfall Identification numbers)
Is the outfan equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes V No
?. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map shouring the exact location of each outfallr
RA CCOor� (_ram*-k
S. Frequency of Discharge: ❑ Continuous Intermittent
If intermittent: _
Days per week discharge occurs: �� Duration: ( l� rV)i N1S„
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not suf. fldent, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
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For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <IL.® NIGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Desia flow 0 • 0 0 6 MOD
Annual Average daily flow mGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily f vw : ®® 12. NIGD (for the previous 3 years)
n X. Is this facility located on I than country?
❑ Yes t7 No
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Provide for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than ors analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
ffieasurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODs)
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Fecal Coliform
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Total Suspended SolidsTemperature
(Summer)
(Summer)
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13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA) ,
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or hill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed dame of Person
E
Signature
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement.representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quallitv, rp r, F n m 2 r-
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Mr. Rick Spurling
Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Spurling:
28705
March 7, 2006
Alan W.
MAR 1 5 2006
WATER QUALITY SECTION
A`:HEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Secretary
E„ Director
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes the following changes from the draft permit sent to you on
January 18, 2006:
➢ The limit for Total Residual Chlorine has been reduced from 28 µg/L to 17 [Lg/L, effective October 1, 2006.
The 17 µg/L limit is required for all trout streams; this facility discharges to a stream classified as C-Trout.
Based on a review of 2005 effluent data, your facility should not have difficulty meeting this limit.
However, a six-month compliance schedule has been provided to allow time to make modifications [if
necessary] to the disinfection system.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a Written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding. `
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the' Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other,permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please
contact Charles Weaver'at telephone number [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
�CSL--Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One 1, 1
512 North Salisbury. Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCar hna
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Permit NCO066729
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federall Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
Mitchell County
is hereby authorized to discharge
Tipton Hill E
4256 NC
Mitch
to receiving waters designated as Raccc
accordance with effluent limitations, m
set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective April 1,
This permit and authorization to discharge
Signed this day March 7, 2006.
of Education
ter from a facility located at the
mentary School
:ighway 197
in Hill
1 County
Creek in the French Broad River Basin in
toring requirements, and other conditions
expire at midnight on February 28, 2011.
n. W. Klimek, P.E., Director
ision of Water Qinality
Authority of the Environme
Management Commission

Permit NCO066729
-SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of
this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the
exclusive authority to operate. and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements,
terms, and provisions included herein.
The Mitchell County Board of Education is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.005 MOD ' wastewater treatment system with
,the following components:
♦ Septic tank
♦ Dosing tank .
♦ Surface sand filter
♦ Effluent chlorination 8v dechlorination `
The. facility is located in Tipton Hill 'at Tipton Hill 'Elementary School -off NC
Highway 197 in Mitchell:County.
2. -Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on. the attached
map into Raccoon Creek; classified C-Trout waters- in the- French_ Broad River
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NC0066729 - Tipton Hill Elementary School
Mitchell County

Permit NCO066729
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration,
the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER ' '
�k a LIMITS " ` Mz `
'x", MONITORING REQUIREMENTS'
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Monthly Averages
Dail Maximum',
Measurement
Sample�Type
,rkSample.Locatiori v
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x
Flow*
0.005 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N.
7.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
(April 1— October 31
NH3 as N
18.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
November 1— March 31
Fecal Coliform
200/100 ml
400/100 inl
2/Month
Grab _
Effluent
(geometric mean
Total F sidual C rine
28 µ /
b
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4/1/200 30/20
Total Residual Chlorine
17 µg/L
21Week
Grab
Effluent
006 — ermit ex iration
pH1
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
There shall be no discharge of floating solidsor visible foam in other than trace amounts

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FACT SHEET FOR WASTELOAD ALLOCATIONS
Request # 6170
Facility Name
NPDES No.
:Tipton Hill High
S ool
` RECEIVED
:NC0066729
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Water Quality Sectim
Type of Waste
:100% Domestic
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Facility Status
:Existing
J UlN 9 `�` 1Jn91
Permit Status
:Renewal
1
JUN 7 - 1991
Receiving Stream
-:Racoon Creek
Stream Classification:C-Tr
OFRMITS & ENGIidFE� 1w;
Subbasin
:040306
EA0,eville Regional Office
County
:Mitchell
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,A3flevllle, North Car0lirta
a Stream Characteristics:
Regional Office
:ARO
USGS # 0346374520
Date 191
Requestor
:M. Wiggins
Drainage Area:
.35 sq.mi.
Date of Request
:3/25/91
Summer 7Q10:
.06 cfs
Topo Quad
:C9SE
Winter 7Q10:
.08 cfs
Average Flow:
.52 cfs
30Q2:
.13 cfs
Wasteload Allocation Summary
(approach taken,
correspondence with region, EPA, etc.)
Current ('91) flows are slightly different than previous flows.
Facility should receive the NH3-N/ toxicity choice. Fecal coliform limit
will be updated to meet the new standard. Other limits should remain the
same.
Compliance data'shows 3 residual chlorine violations in the past year.
Special Scheduled Requirements and additional comments from Reviewers-
Recommended by • )CI kd e�(pJ Date • (0 3 q
Reviewed by
Instream Assess ent:
Regional S or:
Permits & Engineering:
RETURN TO TECHNICAL SERVICES BY: J U L 03 19911
Date: i0 CJ
Date:
Date: a

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CONVENTIONAL PARAMETERS
Existina Limits
Monthly Average
Summer/Winter
Wasteflow (MGD):
0.005
BOD5 (mg/1):
30/30-
NH3N (mg/1) :
DO (mg/1):
TSS (mg/1) :
30/30
Fecal Coliform (/100 ml):
1000/1000
pH (SU) :
Tot. Res.Chlorine (ug/1):
Recommended Limits
Daily Maximum
6-9
28
Monthly Average Daily Maximum
Summer/Winter
Wasteflow (MGD): 0.005
BOD5 (mg/1): 30/30
** NH3N (mg/1) : 7 .0 18 .1 1ti �3 -N �t�� T WA S CE1 v5; J
DO (mg/1):
TSS (mg/1): 30/30
Fecal Coliform (/100 ml): 200/200
pH (SU) : 6-9
Tot. Res. Chlorine (ug/1): 28
** Toxicity: Chronic Qtrly P/F at 11% c )
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** Facility should receive choice between NH3-N limit (7/18.1) or whole
effluent toxicity testing at 11%. Region should inform Tech Support of the
facility's choice. .
INSTREAM MONITORING REQUIRMENTS: NONE
Upstream: Location:
Donwstream: Location:
Limits Chancres Due To: Parameter(s) Affected
Ammonia Toxicity NH3-N, whole eff. toxicity
Standard change Fecal coliform

NPDES WASTE LOAD ALLOCATION
PERMIT NO.: NCO066729
PERMITTEE NAME: Mitchell County Board of Education /
Facility Status: Existing
Permit Status: Renewal
Major Minor
Pipe No.:
001
Design Capacity: 0.005 MGD .
Domestic (% of Flow): 100
Industrial (% of Flow):
Comments:
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RECEIVING STREAM: RaeoemCreek �, C4jb
Class: C-Trout -
Sub -Basin: 04-03-06
Reference USGS- Quad: C9SE (please attach)
County: Mitchell
Regional Office: Asheville Regional Office
Previous Exp. Date: 12/31/91 Treatinent Plant Class:' 1
Classification changes within three miles:
No change within three miles.
Requested by:
Prepared by: •
Reviewed by:
Ma..tr
Date:
1i75/9t
Date:
Date: 020
Modeler Date Rec. #
3 7J. q1 l,1-10
III Drainage Area (mil) p. 35 Avg. Streamflow (cfs): O. SZ
7Q10 (cfs) 6.0(o Winter 7Q10 (cfs) D.QS 30Q2 (cfs) p. 1 3
Toxicity Limits: IWC' ? % Acute/Chronic
Instream Monitoring:
Parameters
Upstream Location
Downstream . Location
Effluent
Characteristics
Summer
Winter
BOD5 (mg/1)
30
30
NH3-N (mg/1)
D.O. (mg/1)
TSS (mg/1)
30
30
F. Col. (/100 ml)
2-loO
20o
pH (SU)
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Division of Water Quality.
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild P. E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
January 25, 2012 r
!rRETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED CERTIFIED MAIL 7009 1680 0002 24649341
Mr. Richie Crowder : ' - , - - 3 2012
Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger School Road I J
Bakersville, NC 28705
bVAI CH QUALITY SFCTION
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Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION'— NOV - 2012 - LR - 0005
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP NCO066729
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Crowder:
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received -,your monthly monitoring reportfor November
2011. This is in violation of Part II, Condition D (2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 26 .506(a), which requires
the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth (30th) day following the reporting period. Failure
to submit reports as required will subject the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per.
violation. Please submit the requested DMR within 15 days of receipt of this notice.
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the efficient
operation of our water quality programs. We' appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions about
this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-807-6387 or at bob.guerraCd),ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
9WA"It4
Bob Guerra
Compliance & Expedited Permits
cc: CARD, Surface Water -Protection -Super -visor -
Central Files
Enforcement file
1617 Mail ServiceCenter, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] l Customer Service:1-877.623-6748 NOI��IC�T011lla
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Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor '
NC ENR
Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
December 14, 2010
RICK SPURLING
MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
72 LEDGER SCHOOL RD
BAKERSVILLE NC 28705
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Permit Number: NCO066729
Case Number: LV-2010-0377
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 029552 in the amount of $517.00 received from you
dated November 30, 2010. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied against the subject
facility, and this case- has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this
Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-807-6387.
cc: Central Files
I3„WQ Asheville -Regional Off ce Supervisor
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.nrwaterquality.org
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DEC 16 2010
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
November 19, 2010
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2007
Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6)
and NPDES Permit NCO066729
Mitchell County Board of Education
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Case No. LV-2010-0377
Mitchell County,
Dear Mr. Spurling:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $517.00
($450.00 civil penalty + $67.00 enforcement costs) against Mitchell County Board of Education.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Mitchell County Board of Education for the month of June
2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in.NPDES Permit NC0066729. The violations which
occurred in June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Mitchell County Board of Education
violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO066729 and G.S. 143-
215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums
established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who
violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment
against Mitchell County Board of Education:
NorthCarolina
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.ora

2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$200.00 NC0066729, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FEC COLI.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$250.00 NC0066729, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Monthly Geometric Mean limit for FEC
COLI.
$450.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$67.00 Enforcement Costs
$517.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into
account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-
2 82. 1 (b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or
to private property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over
which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
attention of:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)
occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty
assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative

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hearing, such a request must be accompanied, by a waiver of your right to an administrative
hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please
prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be
remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality, at the address listed below. In
determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be
considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial -actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request.for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your
evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will
provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal
of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that
was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very
important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for
remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission
of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form
within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-161'7
OR
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative
Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of
Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for
official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an
attached file (with restrictions) - provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a
filing fee is required by NCGS § 15013-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings
within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact
the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details

of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of
Administrative Hearings are as follows:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows:
Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel
DENR
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as
evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being
referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action.
Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the
review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of
the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
SincereL ,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0377 County: Mitchell
Assessed Party: Mitchell County Board of Education/ Tipton Hill Elementary
Permit No.: NC0066729 Amount Assessed: $517.00
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requestingremission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282. 1 (c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor -that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
_ (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors inN.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil -
penalty assessment document);
(b) . the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
_ (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
_ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF MITCHELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT )
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST )
MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION)
TIPTON HILL ELEMENTARY)
PERMIT NO. NCO066729
I
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2010-0377
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $517.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 19, 2010, the undersigned,
desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing
in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document.
The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of
receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed
after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the
day of
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
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ATTACHMENT A
Mitchell County Board of Education
CASE NUMBER: LV-2010-0377
PERMIT: NCO066729
FACILITY: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
COUNTY: Mitchell
REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING'
OUTFALU
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE
$100.00 6-2010
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
06/22/10
2 X month
9/100m1
400
6,000
1,400.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$100.00 6-2010
001
Effluent
FEC COLI
06/28/10
2 X month
#/100ml
400
6.000
1.400.00
Daily Maximum Exceeded
$250.00 6-2010
001
Effluent
FEC COLT
06/30/10
2 X month
#/100ml
200
346.41
73.21
Monthly Geometric Mean
Exceeded

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSr;i3�MENT (FILE)
Violator: Mitchell County Board of Education / Tipton Hill Elementary / NCO066729
( June 2010 W flt )
County: Mitchell
Case Number: LV-2010-0377
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors set out in
G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private
property resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
Two Daily Max Fecal Coliforms exceeded the permit limit by 1,400 % and 1,400%
respectively.
One Monthly verage Fecal Coliform exceeded the permit limit by 73.21 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved would include the cost of more operating time spent
checking the chlorine tablet tubes and the cost of sampling, especially after getting 400 ( colonies
/100 ml ) Fecal coli on 6/7/10. (See DMR). The two Daily Max Fecal exceedences occurred
on 6/22/10 and 6/28/10. (The operator stated on the back of the DMR : "C12 tablet tube became
clogged and did not allow tablets to fall into tank.").
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It appears to be neither.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the
Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There has been one civil penalty enforcement in the twelve months prior to this violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$67.00.
Date Roger C: Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
11 /18/2010

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Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGII, NC 276"-1617
BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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Facility Status - please check one of the following: ❑
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements Compliant
Monitoring data and/or sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements Noncompliant
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
a time table for coulDletron of
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"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance
with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquire of
the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
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Permittee (Please print or type)
Mi 1 I e-1 i & , SC�006 Signature ofPermittee Date
Phone Number Permit Expitation Date
PARAMETER CODES
00010 Temperature
00076 Turbidity
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADM
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BOD5
00340 COD
00400 pH
00530 TSS
00545 Settleable Matter
00556 Oil & Grease
00600 Total Nitrogen
00610 Aumionia Nitrogen
00625 Kjeldhal Nitrogen
00630 Nitrates/Nitrites
00665 Total Phosphorus.
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulfide
00927 Total Magnesium
00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
00951 Total Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenic
01027 Cadmium
01032 Hexaval®t Chromium
01034 Chromium
01037 Total Cobalt
01042 Copper
01045 hon
010511ead
01067 Nickel
01677 Silver
01092 Zinc
01105 Aluminum
01147 Selenium
31616 Fecal Coliform
32730 Total Phenolics
34225 Benzene
34481 Toluene
38260 MBAS
39516 PCBs
• 50050 Flow
50060 Residual Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900Mercury
81551•Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the Division's Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or
by visiting the NPDES web site at httn://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES and visiting the "Documents" section.
The monthly average for fecal coliform is to reported as a GEOMETRIC mean. Use only units designated in the reporting facility's
permit for reporting data.
ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8A .0202 (b) (5) (B).
If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b) (2)
(D).
DWQ Form MR-1 (Revised 7/2000)

Permit Enforcement History Details by Owner
11/18/10 r
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Owner: Mitchell County Board of Education
Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WVVfP
Permit: NCO066729
Region: Asheville
County: Mitchell
Penalty
Remission Enf
EMC EMC OAH Collection Has
Assessment Penalty
Enforcemen
Request Enf Conf Remission
Hearing Remission Remission Memo Sent Pmt Case
Case Number MR Approved Amount
t Costs
Damages Received Held Amount
Held Amount Amount to AGO Total Paid Balance Due Plan Closed
LV-2002-0106 04/19/02 $450
$85.33
$535.33 $.00 No 05/03/02
LV-2010-0349 5-2010 10/20/10 $250
$67.00
$317.00 No
LV 2010-0377 6-2010 $450
$67.00
$517.00 No
Total Cases: 3 Total Penalty Amount: $1,150
Total Enforcement Cost: $219.33
Sum of Total Paid: $535.33 Total Balance Due: $834.00
Sum of Total Case Penalties: $1,369.33
Total Penalties after remission(s): $1,369.33

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NCDENR
North Carolina -Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
November 23, 2010
RICK SPURLING
MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
72 LEDGER SCHOOL RD
BAKERSVILLE NC 28705
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Permit Number: NCO066729
Case Number: LV-2010-0349
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 029392 in the amount of $317.00 received from you
dated November 10, 2010. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied against the subject
facility, and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this
Division for additional violations of the applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-807-6387.
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DjQAsheuille'ReQional-Officer SuperJvisor
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
October 20, 2010
Natural Resources
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1772
Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.)
and NPDES Permit NC0066729
Mitchell County Board of Education
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Case No. LV-2010-0349
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
143-215.1(a)(6)
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $317.00
($250.00 civil penalty + $67.00 enforcement costs) against Mitchell County Board of Education.
This assessment is -based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge.
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Mitchell County Board of Education for the month of May
2010. This review has shown the.subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0066729. The violations which
occurred in May 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Mitchell County Board of Education
violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO066729 and G.S. 143-
215. 1 (a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums
established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who
violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment
against Mitchell County Board of Education:
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Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
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$250.00 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
NC0066729, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Monthly Geometric Mean limit for FEC
COLI.
$250.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$67.00 Enforcement Costs
$317.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into
account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-
282. 1 (b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or
to private property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over
which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
attention of:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)
occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty
assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative
hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please

prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil -penalty should be
remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In
determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be
considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your
evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will
provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal
of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that
was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very
important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for
remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission
of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form
within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative
y} ,
Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of
Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for
official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an
attached file (with restrictions) - provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a
filing fee is required by NCGS § 15013-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings
within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact
the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details
of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of
Administrative Hearings are as follows:

Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows:
Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel
DENR
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Failure to exercise one of the options .above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as
evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being
referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action.
Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the
review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of
the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
ATTACHMENTS
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JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQvrST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0349
County: Mitchell
Assessed Party: Mitchell County BOE/ Tipton Hill School
Permit -No.: NCO066729 Amount Assessed: $317.00
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) ' one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil
penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROL1�A
COUNTY OF MITCHELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
MITCHELL COUNTY BOE / TIPTON HILL
SCHOOL
PERMIT NO. NCO066729
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2010-0349
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $317.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated October 20, 2010, the undersigned,
desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing
in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document.
The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of
receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed
after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the
day of
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
64MaL" I11N30
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ATTACHMENT A
Mitchell County Board of Education
CASE NUMBER: LV-2010-0349
PERMIT: NCO066729 FACILITY: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP COUNTY: Mitchell REGION: Asheville
Limit Violations
MONITORING OUTFALLI VIOLATION UNIT OF CALCULATED % OVER
PENALTY REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE LIMIT VALUE LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE
$250.00 5-2010 001 Effluent FEC COLT 05/31/10 2 X month #/100ml 200 346.41 73.21 Monthly Geometric Mean
Exceeded

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSES)STv&NT (FILE)
Violator: Mitchell County Board of Education / NCO066729
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County: Mitchell
Case Number: LV-2010-0349
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to
private property resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may
not be immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Monthly Average Fecal coliform exceeded the permit limit by 73.20 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may
not be immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved could include the cost of additional chemicals and
more sampling to determine why the fecal coliform results are high.
6) . Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which
the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and -
There have been no civil penalty assessments in the twelve months prior to this violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$67.00.
D
ate RJgerK. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
10/20/2010

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Facility Status - please,check one of the following:
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements Compliant
Monitoring data and/or sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit. requirements Noncompliant
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment. operation. maintenance_ ete.
providing a time table for completion of improvements.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance
with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquire of
the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belie% true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
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(20. SAC06
00010 Temperature
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00545 Settleable Matter
00630 Nitatm Nitrites
00929 Total Sodium
01032 Hexavalent Chromium
01051 Lead
01147 Selenium
38260 MBAS
71900 M
00076 Turbidity
00310 BODS
00556 Oil & Grease
00665 Total Phosphorus
00940 Total Chloride
01034 Chromium
01067 Nickel
31616 Fecal Coliform
39516 PCBs .
PARAMETER CODES
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMQ
00340 COD
00400 pH
00600 Total Nitrogen-
00610 Ammonia Nitrogen
O( 720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulfide
00951 Total. Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenic
01037 Total Cobalt
01042 Copper
01077 Silver
01092 TAM
32730 Total Phenolics
34225 Beawne
50050 Flow
50060 Residual Chlorine
00095 Conductivity
00530 TSS
00625 Kjeldhal Nitrogen
00927 Total Magnesium
01027 Cadmium
01045 hon
01105 Aluminum
34481 Toluene
71880 Formaldehyde
eremuy 81551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the Division's Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or
by visiting the NPDES web site at bgp://h2o.enr.statene.us/NPDLES and visiting the "Documents" section.
The monthly average for fecal coliform is to reported as a GEOMETRIC mean. Use only units designated in the reporting facility's
permit for reporting data.
ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8A .0202 (b) (5) (B).
If signed by other than the permittee, delegation; of signatoFy authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b) (2)
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Permit Enforcement History Details by Owner
Owner: Mitchell County Board of Education
Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Permit: NCO066729
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10/19/10
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Region: Asheville
County: Mitchell
Penalty
Remission Enf EMC
EMC OAH Collection Has
Assessment Penalty
Enforcemen Request Enf Conf Remission Hearing
Remission Remission Memo Sent Pmt Case
Case Number MR
Approved Amount
t Costs Damages Received Held Amount Held
Amount Amount to AGO Total Paid Balance Due Plan Closed
LV-2002-0106
04/19/02 $450
$85.33
$535.33 $.00 No 05/03/02
LV-2010-0349 5-2010
$250
$67.00
$317.00 No
Total Cases: 2 Total Penalty Amount: $700 Total Enforcement Cost: $152.33
Sum of Total Case Penalties: $852.33
Sum of Total Paid: $535.33 Total Balance Due: $317.00
Total Penalties after remission(s): $852.33

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
July 23, 2010
Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-LV-0281
Permit No. NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for March 2010 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as
03/09/10
35 mg/l
37 mg/l
Daily Maximum
N) - Concentration
Exceeded
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as
03/31/10
18 mg/l
20.96 mg/l
Monthly
N) - Concentration
Average
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section
on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a
response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you
wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell.
Technical assistance is available through the Asheville Regional Office. You may call Don Price at 828-296-4500.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
TNOV
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
D.,WQ Asheville File§-
DW-Cent Qrai-Piles
Tony Crowder / ORC
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet:-www.ncwaterouality.org FAX [phone]

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(i)Water Quality Lab & Operations, Inc.
PO Box 1167, Banner Elk, NC, 28604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
NPDES
Tony R. Crowder
72 Ledger School Rd.
Bakersville, NC 28705
Here is your ANNUAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT REPORT (AWTR) along with
a sample letter that you may send to your customers if you like. You may rewrite the
sample letter to say what you wish to your customers. Please fill out the bold text in the
sample letter if you wish to use it.
A copy. of the AWTR has been sent to the state, so you may not modify the AWTR.
Thank you for letting us be of service to you, if you have any questions about the AWTR,
feel free to call me at [phone]. Thank you again for your time.
Sincerely,
Aaullsenhour
Laboratory Supervisor
Water Quality Lab & Operations, Inc.

Annual Wastewater Treatment Plant Report
Tipton Hill School
NPDES #: NC0066729
Date: 3/3/10
We are pleased to present to you this year's Annual Wastewater Treatment Plant Report.
This report is .designed to inform you about the .quality of the wastewater .we discharge to
the receiving waters every day. Our constant goal is to protect the environmental waters
of North Carolina. We want you to understand the efforts we make to continually
improve the wastewater treatment process and protect our water resources. We are
committed to ensuring the quality of the receiving waters that we discharge to.
If you have any questions about this report or concerning your wastewater utility, please
contact Tony R. Crowder at [phone]. We want our valued customers to be
informed about their wastewater utility.
Let us first take this opportunity to give you a brief description of a Wastewater.
Treatment Plant. The waters that go down the drain, follow many different pipes, and
ends up at the treatment plant. The wastewater goes through a bar screen that stops large
particles that are present (i.e., rags and papers). The water then goes to an aeration basin
where air is pumped into the water. This air supplies oxygen to bacteria that feed on the
solids that are in the water. The water then goes to the clarifier where the solids settle out.
The solids are pumped back to the aeration basin to give the bacteria a second chance to
feed. When there are too many solids in the plant, -'some of the solids are pumped to a
digester tank. In the digester, the bacteria have more time to feed on and reduce the
solids' volume. When the digester gets full, the solids are pumped from the tank and
taken to a larger facility. The clear water from the clarifier then goes to a tank for
disinfection. The two most prominent ways to disinfect the wastewater are chlorine and
ultraviolet light. Chlorine can be used as a gas or in solid tablet form. When chlorine is
used, there is generally a dechlorinating agent use to remove any excess chlorine from the
wastewater before it goes to the receiving water. When ultraviolet light (UV) is used, the
wastewater flows around the UV bulbs. Bacteria can not live when exposed to UV light,
so as the water passes the UV bulbs, the water in disinfected. Finally, after disinfection,
the treated wastewater goes into the receiving waters.

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PERFORMANCE .
The treatment plant did very well last year. However, we had one monthly average limit
non-compliance for ammonia for December.
NOTIFICATION
This annual report has been sent to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality and to
the owner of the wastewater system. The wastewater system owner has also been given a
letter that they can easily distribute to all their customers. The letter will inform the
customers that the annual report is. available upon request to the owner of the system.
CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge: I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named system and that those users have been notified of its availability
as per the NOTIFICATION section above.-
Paul Isenho Date
Laboratory Supervisor -
Water Quality Lab & Operations, Inc.

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
May 27, 2010
Rick Spurling, Ph.D.
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
Dee Freeman
Secretary
SUBJECT: - Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Tipton Hill School UW1/TP
Permit No: NCO066729
Mitchell County
Dear Dr. Spurling:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on May 24; 2010. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NC0066729.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4662.
Enclosure
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Sincerely, .
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Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 NorthCarolina
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Nahma!!rf
Internet: www.ncwaterclualitV.org 41-"

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I.NI 2 15I 31 NCO066729 111 121 10/05/24 117 181,1 191 SI 20II
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Remarks
211 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 '1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11111111 11111111 111111I6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA Reserved
671 i. o 169 70 L1 71 U 72I N I 73 LU 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
-
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
01:00 PM 10/05/24
06/04/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NCSR 1304 At NCSR 1312
Green Mountain NC 28740
01:30 PM 10/05/24
11/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Tony Richard Crowder/ORC/828-766-2220/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Richie Crowder,72 Ledger School Rd Bakersville NC Contacted
28705//828-766-2244/8287662221 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
Ill%
Signature of Management Q A viewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560- Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1
3I NC0066729 I11 12I 10/05/24 117 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
FACILITY DESCRIPTION:
The Mitchell County Schools — Tipton School WWTP is a class I facility rated as a 0.005 MGD WWTP
with: a septic / dosing tank with low pressure pumps with audio/visual alarm; — 45 ft. x 45 ft.
surface sand filter; tablet chlorinator; chlorine contact chamber; and tablet dechlorinator.
The WWTP serves the school, which has <100 students.
PERMIT / INSPECTION / LOG:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on
6-6-07 by Wanda Frazier.
The permit expires on 2-28-2011. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration
(August 30, 2010). A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events. A copy of the
current permit was also on -site.
EFFLUENT:
The effluent data was as follows:
pH = 7.0 units
Temperature - not required
DO - not required
Chlorine = < 20 ug/i
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY:
Mr. Richie Crowder and Mr. David Huskins assisted in the inspection and appear to be operating
and maintaining the facility very well.
The effluent appeared to be in compliance with permit limits.
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT:
The 2009 System Performance Annual Report has not been received by the Division.
Mr. Crowder indicated that this report had been filed, but that he would fax a copy of this
report to the ARO.
The System Performance Annual Report, for 2009, is due no later than 60 days after the end of
the reporting period.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO066729 Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School VWVfP
Inspection Date: 05/24/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Note: According to the Clean Water Act of 1999 (House Bill 1160), the legal requirement for submittal
of the System Performance Annual Report is as follows:
The owner or operator of any wastewater treatment works or wastewater collection systems that
treats or collects primarily domestic or municipal waste, must provide an Annual Report to its
users or customers and to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources that summarizes
the treatment work's and collection system's performance over a 12-month period.
Page # 3

Permit: NCO066729 Owner- Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWfP
Inspection Date: 05/24/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
n
n
■ n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
n
n n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
■
❑ n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
n
n n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ n n n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Cl n ■ n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Septic Tank
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
n
n
■
n
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
■
n
n
n
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
■
n
n
n
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
n
❑
■
n
Comment:
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
■
n
n
n
Is sand filter free of ponding?
■
n
n
n
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
n
n
■
o
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
■
n
n
n
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
n
n
■
n
Comment: The alarms for the low pressure pumps are located inside the school
building.
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
2
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ■ n n n
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Permit: NC0066729 Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWrP
Inspection Date: 05/24/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
■
n
n
n
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
n
❑
■
n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n
n
■
n
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
n
n
■
n
Comment: -
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
Cl
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
■
n
Number of tubes in use?
1
Comment:
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05-27-2010 13:51 FROM-MITCHELL SCHOOLS
T
18287662221 T-043 P-002/007 F-853
Water Qualfty L46 8r operations, Inc.
PC Box 1167, Banner Ilk, NC, 28604
Phone: B28--B98-62T/ Fax; 828-898-6255
Tipton Dill School
NPDES # NCO066729
i ony R. Crowder
72 Ledger School Rd.
Dakersville, NC 28705.
1:Tero is your ANWAL WASTEWATER TREATMENT REPORT (AWTR) alone with
a sample letter that you may send to your custornners if you like. You may rkyv zte the
sample letter to say what you wish to your castomurs. Please fill out the bold text i-a the
sample letter if you wish to use it.
A copy of the AWTR has been sent to the state, so, you may not modify the AWTR,
`thank you for letting us be of service to you, if you have any questions about the AWTR,
feel free to call mr. at [phone]. Tbank you again, for your time.
Sipcexely,
Paul Isenhour '
Laboratory Supervisor
Water QIW4 Lab & Operations, Inc..

05-27-2010 13:51 FROM-MITCHELL F.UUNTY SCHOOLS 18287662221 T-043 P.003/007 F-853
Annual WastewaierTreatmentPlant .Repon
Tipton Hill School
NPDES #: NCO066729
Date: 3l3/10
We are pleased to present to you this year's A=ual Wastewater Treatment Plant Report.
This report is designed to inform you about the quality of the wastewater we discharge to
the receiving waters every day. Our constant goal is to protect the envirc=ental waters
of North Carolina. We want you to understand the efforts we mare to continually
improve the wastewater -treatment process and protect our water resources. We are
corm:dtted to ensuring the quality of the receiving waters that we discharge to.
If you have any questions about this report or conceiving your wastewater utility, please
contact '><oxxy Xt, Crowder at (828) 6894432. We want our valued customers to be
informed about their wastewater utility.
Let us first take this opportanity to give you a brief description of a Wastewater
Treatment Plant. The waters that go down the drain, follow marry different pipes, and
ends up at the tmabiacut plant. The wastewater goes through a bar screen that stops large
particles that are pmixt (i.e., rags and papers). The water then goes to an aeration basin
where air is pumped into the water. This air supplies oxygen to bacteria that feed on the
solids that are in the water. The water then goes to the clarifier where the solids settle out.
The solids are pumped back to the aeration basin, to give the bacteria a second clidaco to
feed.When there are too many solids it the plant; some of the solids are pumped to a
digester tank. In the digester, the bacteria have more tube to feed on and reduce the
solids' volume. When the digester gets full, the solids are pumped from the tank and
taken to a larger fhaty. The clear water from the clarifier then goes to a tank for
disinfection. The two most prominent ways to disinfect the wastewater are chlorine and
ultraviolet light. Chloe cm be used as a gas or in solid tablet form. When chlorine xs
used, there is generally a dee orin ting agent use to removo any excess chlorine from the
wastewater before it goes to the receivmg water. When ultraviolet light (UV) is used, the
wastewater flows around the UV bulbs. Bacteria ran not liver when exposed to UV light,
so as the water passes the UV bulbs, the water in disinfected. Finally, after disinfection,
the troated wastewater goes into the receiving waters.

05-27-2010 13:52
FROM-MITCHELL 'GAM SCHOOLS
18287662221 T-043 P.004/007 F-853
PERFORMANCE
The treatment plant did very well last year. However, we had one monthly average limit
non-compliance for ammonia for December.
NOTIFICATION
This annual report has been sent to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality and to
the owner of the wastewater system. The wastewater system owner has also been given a
letter that they can easily distdibute to all their customers, The letter will inform the
;�iastomers that the annual xeport is available upon request to the owner of the system.
CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to tho best of my
knowledge. I further cerdl 6r that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the named systera azd that those users have been notified of its avai,lability
as per the NOTIFICATION sectioia above.
Paul Isenhour Date
Laboratory Supervisor
Water Quality Lab & Operations, Inc.

A !' ALE CCe Y
�NCDEENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
May 12, 2010
Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road .
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-MV-0058
Permit No. NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for January 2010 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
'Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow
Week of 12/27/2009-01/02/2010
Weekly
Failure to Monitor
- If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address
found on the front page of your DMR.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen K.Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
April 30, 2010
Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-LM-0014
Permit No. NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for December 2009 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as
12/31/09
18 mg/1
18.92 mg/1
Monthly
N) - Concentration
Average
Exceeded
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow
12/26/09
Weekly
Failure to Monitor
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section
on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a
response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you
wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
April 23, 2009
Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-M V-0060
Permit No, NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for December 2008 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Total Residual Chlorine
12/06/08
Twice Weekly
Failure to Monitor
Total Residual Chlorine
12/13/08
Twice Weekly
Failure to Monitor
Total Residual Chlorine
12/20/08
Twice Weekly
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should have
been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within
10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all actions taken to prevent the
recurrence of similar situations.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mitchell County Board Of Education
Mr. Rick Spurling
72 Ledger Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
October 27, 2008
Subject: Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of Reporting
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
NPDES Permit NCO066729
Case Number LR-2008-0025
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
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This`letter transmits notice of a civil penalty assessed against the Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP in
the amount of $600.00 ($500.00 civil penalty + $100.00 in enforcement costs).
This assessment is based upon the following facts: the March 2008 discharge monitoring report was not
filed with the Division of Water Quality within the thirty (30) day reporting period in accordance with the monitoring
and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. A Notice of Violation (NOV-2008-LR-0027) was sent
to you dated May 30, 2008 for failure to submit the Marchdischarge monitoring report no later than the thirtieth
(301h) day following the reporting period. The certified mail receipt was received and signed for on 5-30-2008.
Within said Notice, you were informed that future reports not received within the required timeframe would result
in a recommendation for assessment of civil penalties. As of -10-22-2008, the March 2008 DMR has not been
received.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that the Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
violated or failed to act in accordance with the requirements of NPDES Permit NCO066729 and G.S. 143-215.65.
A civil penalty of not more than $25,000.00 per violation may be assessed against a person who fails to file,
submit, or make available any documents, data, or reports required by G.S. 143-215.65. The State's enforcement
costs in this matter may be assessed pursuant to G.S. 143-215.3(a) (9) and G.S. 143-282.1(b) (8).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and pursuant to the. authority delegated to
me by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of
Water Quality, I hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against the Tipton Hill Elementary School
WWTP:
$ $500.00 for failing to submit the March 2008 Discharge Monitoring Report as required by
NPDES Permit NCO066729 and G.S. 143-215.65.
$ $100.00 Investigation Costs
$ $600.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
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Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A-(c), in determining the amount of the penalty, I have taken into account the
Findings of Facts and Conclusions of Law and have considered each and every specific factor set out in G.S.
143B-282.1(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to public health, or to private
property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on the ground or surface water quantity or, quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the
Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of -the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not in clude'waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Point Source Branch
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center .
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for
such request. ,
A request for remission or mitigation is limited to consideration of the reasonableness of the
amount of the penalty and.is not the proper procedure for contesting the accuracy of any of the
statements contained in the assessment letter. Because a remission request forecloses the option
of an administrative. hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an
administrative hearing and a stipulation -that there are no factual or legal issues in dispute. You
must execute and return to this office the attached waiver and stipulation form and a detailed
statement, which you believe establishes whether:
(a) one or more of the,civilpenalty assessment factors in G.S.. 143B-282.1 (b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;'
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation;
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;'
(d) the violator had been assessed civil penalties for :any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions.'
. Please submit this information to the attention of:
Point Source Branch
Division of Water Quality
1617. Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Please note that all information presented in support of a request for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of Water Quality will review the information during a
bimonthly enforcement conference and inform you of his decision in the matter of the remission
request. His response will provide details regarding case status, directions for payment and
provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's
Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions. Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider
information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director and
therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of
your request for remission.
OR
3. Submit a written request for an administrative hearing:
If you wish to contest any statement in this assessment letter, you must request an administrative
hearing. This request must be in the form of a written petition to the Office of Administrative Hearings
and must conform to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes. You must:
File your original petition with the
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as -found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty days as evidenced by a date stamp (not a
postmark) indicating when we received your response, will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney
General's Office with a request'to initiate a civil action to collect the penalty. Please be advised that additional
assessments may be levied for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact'Mr. Bob Guerra at [phone].
S� • rely,
omas Belnick, Supervisor
Western NPDES Program
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF MITCHELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
TIPTON HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WWTP
NPDES PERMIT NCO066729
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LR-2008-0025
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $600.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 24, 2008, the undersigned,
desiring to seek remission of the civil penalties, does hereby waive the right to an administrative
hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment
document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission
of.this civil penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Quality within 30
days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will
be allowed after 30 days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the day of 12008.
BY
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LR-2008-0025 County:. Mitchell
Assessed Party: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Permit Number: NC0066729 Amount Assessed: $600.00
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearin, and Stipulation of
Facts" form to ' request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that
you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating
your request for remission. Please be. aware that a request for remission is limited to
consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the
amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for
contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements
contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c),
remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors
applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed
explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach
additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b)
were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in
the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that_ you took to correct the violation and prevent future
occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the
violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions (Le.; explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing
the activities necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION•

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CERTIFIED MAIL 7002 3150 0003 7052 6584
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED,
Mitchell County Board Of Education
Mr. Rick Spurling
72 Ledger Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION - NOV-.2008- LR- 0027
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP — NCO066729
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for March
2008after the required, reporting date. This is'in violation of Part II, Condition D(2) of the NPDES "permit, as well as 15A
NCAC2B .506(a)", which requires.the submittal of Discharge. Monitoring Reports {DMR) no later thanthe thirtieth (30tn)
day following the reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject.the violator to the assessment
of a -civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with the self -monitoring _
requirements of your NPDES permit Until the report has been submitted.
Please submit the March 2008 DMR report within 15 days of receipt of this notice if you have not yet
submitted it. To prevent further action, please submit -future monthly reports within the above -mentioned
timeframe to- avoid further enforcement actions. You are also required to notify the Division each time mailing or
phone numbers are changed -which relate to your NPDES permit.
The. Division must take.these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the
efficient operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have:any questions
about this letter or Discharge. Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-733-5083, extension"539.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
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CERTIFIED MAIL 7002 3150 0003 7052 6348
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr: Richard Spurling
Mitchell County Schools.
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
Dear Mr. Spurling:
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural, Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
OCT 2 5 .2007
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Subject: NOTICE OF VIVL
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Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP NCO066729
Mitchell County
• This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for August
2007 after the required reporting .date. This is in violation of, Part II, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A
NCAC 2B .506(a), which requires the submittal _'of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth (301h) day
following the reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject the violator to the'assessment of a
civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with the self -monitoring requirements
of your NPDES permit until the report has been.submitted.
Please submit the August 2007 DMR report within 15 days of receipt of this notice if you have not yet .
submitted it. To prevent further action, please submit future monthly reports within the above -mentioned
timeframe to avoid further enforcement actions. You are also required to notify the Division each time mailing or
phone numbers are changed which relate to your NPDES permit. Failure to submit reports or permit contact
corrections as required will subject the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation.
The Division must.take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the
efficient operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions
about this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-733-5083, extension 539.
Sincerely,
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Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger School Road
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Subject: Retraction of NOV- 2007- LR- 0034
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP NCO066729
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
On July 24, 2007, 1 issued a Notice of Violation ("NOV") against Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP NC0066729. The
NOV was based upon a violation of the reporting requirement by failing to submit the May 2007 discharge monitoring
report with the Division of Water Quality within the thirty (30) day reporting period. Subsequent to your receipt of the
penalty, you contacted Division me indicating you submitted a discharge monitoring report along with your other permitted
facility.
A search of files in Central Files produced the missing DMR for Tipton that was mistakenly stapled to your other facility
and misfiled. The DMR has been entered with a notation that it was received in a timely manner
As a result, I have withdrawn the NOV- 2007- LR- 0034 against Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP for the cited
violation and directed that the record of this assessment be removed from our files.
I apologize for any inconvenience or trouble this may have caused you and the facility. If you have any questionsLabout
this matter, please contact Bob Guerra at [phone], extension 539.
Sincerely,
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Mr. Richard Spurling
Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, NC 28705
Dear Mr. Spurling
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Coleen H. Sullins, Director
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Mitchell County
This is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for July 2007 after
the required reporting date. This is in violation of Part II', Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 213
.506(a), which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth (30) day following the
reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to
$25,000 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with the self -monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit
until the report has been submitted.
Please 'submit the July 2007 DMR report within 10 days of receipt of this notice if you have not yet submitted it.
To prevent further action, please submit future monthly reports within the above -mentioned timeframe to avoid
further enforcement actions.
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the efficient
operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions about
this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-733-5083, extension 539.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
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Dr. Richard A. Spurling
Mitchell .County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Rd
Bakersville,.NC 28705
Dear Dr. Spurling:
June 12, 2007
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Mitchell County Board of Education
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Permit number NCO066729
Mitchell County
Enclosed please ,find a copy of the Compliance. Evaluation Inspection form from the.
inspection ,conducted on June 6, 2007. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NC0066729. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments.
I enjoyed meeting with you and Richie Crowder. Thank you for the autographed copy of
your book! If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension
4662.
Sincerely,
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Wanda P Frazier
Environmental Specialist
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Form Approved.
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Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 15I 31 NCO066729 111 121 07/06/06 117 18I CI 19I SI 20I I
Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ---------------- ----------- Reserved ----------------------
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
04:00 PM 07/06/06
06/04/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NCSR 1304 At NCSR 1312
Green Mountain NC 28740
04:15 PM 07/06/06
11/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Kenneth E Gouge,72 Ledger School Rd Bakersville NC Contacted
28705//828-688-4432/8286884095 Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance E Records/Reports ® Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review 0 Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Age Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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NPDES' yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1
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07/06/06 117 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Treatment Units / Process Control Testing / Effluent Data:
This facility has a septic tank, dosing tank and surface sand filter system with tablet
chlorination and dechlorination.
There was no discharge at the time of the inspection.
Records & Reports:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 5-2-06 by Janet Cantwell.
The permit expires on 2-28-2011. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to
expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The Annual Performance Report has been filed for the year and was on -site, along with a
draft copy of the current permit. Enclosed is a copy of the current permit.
The log book was present on -site and had good notation of daily events.
Operations & Maintenance / Summary:
There was no discharge, however the stream appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with
permit limits.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained.
The operator was on -site during the inspection and is doing a good job.
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Permit: NCO066729 Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Date: 06/06/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
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Operations & Maintenance
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Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Septic Tank
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(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
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Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
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Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
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Sand Filters (Low rate)
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(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
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Disinfection -Tablet
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Are tablet chlorinators operational?.
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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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Permit: NCO066729 Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Date: 06/06/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? ® In n n
Is there.chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? ® n
Comment:
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Comment:
Effluent Sampling
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Effluent Pipe ;-
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No
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
July 17, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED , 7005 0390 00013553 1077
Rick Sturling
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger Rd
Bakersville NC 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LV-0329
Permit No. NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Dear Mr Sturling:
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for May 2006 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Flow, in conduit or thru
05/31/06
0.005 mgd
0.006 mgd
Monthly
treatment plant
Average
Exceeded
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. Measures should betaken to
address the causes of non-compliance and prevent recurrence of similar situations. If there are
questions, please contact Mr. James Reid at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
e- Z�-�E_XA
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
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All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements E�
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
If the facility, is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
and a time -table far improvements to be made:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance
with a system designed to assure that qualified. personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. B ased on my inquiry
of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Permittee (Please print or type) /
1 Signature of Permittee** Date
Is (Required)
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Temperature
00076.
Turbidity
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Color (Pt -Co)
00082
Color (ADMI)
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BOD5.
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COD
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pH
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Nitrates/Nitrites
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Hexavalent Chromium
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Chromium
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Total Phosphorous
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Cyanide
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Total Cobalt
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Total Sulfide
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Copper
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Total Magnesium
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Iron
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Total Sodium
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Lead
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Total Chloride
01062
Molybdenum
01067
Nickel
01077
Silver
01092
Zinc
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Aluminum
01147
Total Selenium
31616
Fecal Coliform
32730
Total Phenolics
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Benzene
34481
Toluene
38260
MBAS
39516
PCBs
50050
Flow
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Residual
Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
81551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
the Water Quality Section's web site at h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wgs and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
* ORC must visit facility and'document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
** If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b)
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' Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
June 19, 2006
Bill Sears
Tipton. Hill School
72 Ledger School Rd.
Bakersville, NC 28705
Subject: Notice of Incomplete Discharge Monitoring Report NCO066729
Dear Permittee:
Alan W: K1iniek, P. E..Diiecfor_
Division of Water Quality
JUN 2 0 2006
WATER QUALITY SECTION '
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
The purpose of this letter is to call your attention to problems with the recent submittal of the Discharge
Monitoring Report (DMR) from your facility. As you may know, the data recorded on your DMR is keyed
_into the Division's database. Our data entry staff has informed me of problems with your recent DMR
submittal. Until these problems have been corrected, your DMR will be considered incomplete. Please
see the attached form along with a copy of the problem DMR for details regarding the DMR's deficiency.
Incomplete or illegible DMRs affect our staff's ability to provide a timely and effective evaluation of DMR
submittals. Please be aware that until the Division receives a corrected DMR, you may be considered
noncompliant with your NPDES permit and 15A NCAC 02B .0506, and you maybe subject to further
enforcement action. Please take the necessary steps to correct the problems and submit two copies of the
amended DMR within fifteen (15) days of the date of this letter to the following address:
Attention: Michele Phillips
Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Future DMR submittals with the same or similar problems will be unacceptable. If you have any questions
about the proper completion of DMRs, please contact Michele Phillips at 919-733-5083 Ext. 534. Thank
you for your assistance in this matter.
Sincerely,
Michele Phillips
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Internet: hfp://h2o.enr.state.nc.us 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 Fax: [phone]
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Notice of Incomplete Discharge Monitoring Report.
Permit Number: I" C'� V 69-1
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The Division of Water Quality deems the aforementioned DMR as incomplete due to the
following reason(s): (Please seethe highlighted areas on the attached DMR for
details.)
❑ The written values are illegible.
❑ The Average, Maximum, and/or the Minimum data points have, been omitted.
The Units of Measure have b en omitt or are incorrect. r'L 5o6 0 • 4 fkk —
❑ The DMR Parameter Codes have been omitted.
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RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617 'ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements -
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
and a time -table for improvements to be made.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments
with a system designed to assure that qualifiedwere prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry
of the person or persons who manage the system; or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am'aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Permittee (Please print or type)
Si na ** T-
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(Required)
00010 Temperature
00076 Turbidity
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMI)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BOD5
00340 COD
00400 pH
00530 Total Suspended
Residue
00545. Settleable Matter
Phone Number
PARAMETER CODES
00556 Oil & Grease 00951
Total Fluoride -
00600 Total Nitrogen 01002
Total Arsenic
00610 Ammonia Nitrogen
00625 Total Kjeldhal 01027
Cadmium
. Nitrogen
00630 Nitrates/Nitrites 01032
Hexavalent Chromium
00665
Total Phosphorous
00720
Cyanide
00745
Total Sulfide
00927
Total Magnesium
00929
Total Sodium
00940
Total Chloride
01034 Chromium
01037
_Total Cobalt
01042
Copper
01045
Iron
01051
Lead
01062
Molybdenum
01067- Nickel
01077 Silver
01092 Zinc
01-105 Aluminum
"01147
Total Selenium
31616
Fecal Coliform
32730
Total Phenolics
34235
Benzene
34481
Toluene
38260
MBAS
39516
PCBs
50050
Flow
Permit Exp. Date
50060
Total.
Residual
Chlorine
71880
Formaldehyde
71900
Mercury
81551
Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
the Water Quality Section's web site at h2o.enr.3tate.nc us/was and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data. _.
* ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204. 00 81 IN
** I/f�signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file wiih,the stateer..SA NCC 2B .0506 (b)

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5385
MR. TONY CROWDER
MITCHELL COUNTY SCHOOLS
72 LEDGER SCHOOL ROAD
BAKERSVILLE, NC 28704
Dear Mr. Crowder:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
May 17, 2006
Your letter, received May 15, 2006, concerning corrective actions for your analytical procedures has
been reviewed. The quality control measures taken in reference iothe comments cited in the March 14, 2006
inspection report are acceptable: This report does not attempt to comprehensively address all certification
requirements prescribed in the North Carolina Administrative Code (15A NCAC 2H .0800), -Iromulgated
methods, and applicable Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR Part 136). It is the responsibility of the certified
laboratory to address any required changes in Wastewater/Groundwater Lab_ oratoty Certification application
information.
If a future inspection should reveal that the requirements cited in the inspection report were not
corrected, enforcement actions will be recommended in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0800.
Thank you for your time and cooperation. I can be contacted at [phone] if you have questions.
Sincerely,
N
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Gary Francies
Laboratory Section
cc: James W. Meyer
NO,"
paCairolina
North Carolina Division of Water Quality, Laboratory Section 2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone [phone]- FAX [phone] Internet: www.dwqlab,org Customer Service
1477-623-6748
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

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MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
trmy affirm .
Mrs. Robin Buchanan
72 Ledger School Road
BOARD MEMBERS
Associate Superintendent
Rick Spurling
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Jeff Herding, Chairman
Assistant Superintendent
[phone]
or 688-3232 — FAX [phone]
Danny Hell, Co -Chairman
Doug Dellinger
Mrs. Linda Arrowood
Finance Officer
Bill Seers, Superintendent
Larry Larry Fortner
Mrs Kathy Miller
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May 12, 2006
RECEIVED
MAY 15' 2006 .
Mr. James W: Meyer
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DWO
Division of Water Quality
LABORATORY CERTIFICATIOrt-
Laboratory Sections -
Subject: Response to deficiencies in 2006 in inspection by Gary Francies.
Laboratory Name: Mitchell County Schools
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville,'NC 28705
Certificati #5385
Deficiency Corrections:
H. The temperature sensor of ph meter was calibrated on 5/1'1/06 by -Water
Quality Lab and Operations, Banner Elk NC. Paper work documenting this is
included.
I_ The Automatic Temperature Compensator of the ph meter has been verified
by Water- Quality Lab' & Operations on 5/11/06, paperwork is included.
I New reagent was ordered and is now being used 5/11/06.
K. The spectrophotometer was calibrated by Water Quality Lab & Operations on
May l l Paperwork is also included.
Thank you,
Tony R. Crowder
Maintenance Supervisor
An Equal Opportunity Employer

Michael F. Easley, Governor
1* 3 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Departmen@'�,_ ivironment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION .
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May 5, 2006
Richard A. Spurling
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation
Inspection
Status: Compliant
Tipton Hill Elementary, School
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Permit No:- NCO066729
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:-
Enclosed please find a .copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on May 2, 2006. The facility appeared to be in compliance with
permit # NC0066729.
Mr. Richie Crowder, ORC, is doing a fine job of operating and maintaining the
facility.
It is suggested that a lock be installed on the gate to the fence for the chlorine
contact tank to' prevent public access.
Please refer- to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call ,me at 828-296-4500, Ext.
4667. 1 .
Sincerely,
.L�
et Cantwell
Environmental Technician
Enclosure
cc: NPDES Central Files, w/ attachment
Asheville=Files; vv/=attachment-==_--_�---%�-�_-.
Richie Crowder/ORC, w/ attachment
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748 �tAW1111

United States Environmental Protection Agency
EPA. Washington, D.C. 20460
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Com liance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day. . Inspection Type Inspector. Fac Type
1
I NI 2. 1I 31 N00066729 111 121 06/05/02 117 181 rl 19I SI 20II
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Remarks
211IIIIIIIIIII�TII1-IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CIA --Reserved---
671 69 701 I 711 I 72I N I - 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Tipton -Hill Elementary School WWTP
01:25 PM 06/05/02
06/04/01
NCSR 1304 At NCSR 1312
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Green Mountain NC 28740
01:55 PM 06/05/02
11/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data -
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Kenneth E Gougge,72 Ledger School Rd Bakersville NC Contacted
28705//828-688-4432/6266884095
Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program
Sludge Handling Disposal 0 Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Janet Cantwell ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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3I NCO066729 I11 12I 06/05/02 18
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
I was assisted during the inspection by Richie Crowder, operator in responsible charge.
This facility consists of a septic tank, pumps, surface sand filter system, and effluent chlorination and
dechlorination. Pumps and alarms were operable and the grounds surrounding the facility were clean and
mowed. The sand filter was raked and free of vegetation. The facility is well -operated and well -maintained.
Daily logs and reports were available on site and up to date.
a
Chlorine and dechlorination tablets were fresh and in the tubes.
It is suggested that the gate to the fence for the chlorine contact tank be locked to prevent public access.
The effluent water was very clear. There was no discharge at the time of inspection because school was
not in session due to the county election.
Page # 2

Permit: NC0066729 . Owner - Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/02/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift.
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
Comment::
All daily logs and reports were up to date and available on site.
Permit
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Comment:
It is suggested that the gate to the chlorine contact tank enclosure fence be locked to
deny public access.
Operations.& Maintenance
Yes
No
NA NE
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Permit: NCO066729 Owner- Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/02/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance
Yes No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
■
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■
n
n
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
The facility is being well -operated and well -maintained.
Septic Tank
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
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Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
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Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
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Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
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Comment:
Sand Filters. (Low rate)
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
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Is the distribution box level and watertight?
n
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# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)-
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The sand filter was raked and free of vegetation.
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
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Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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De -chlorination
Yes No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed. ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Permit: NC0066729 Owner- Facility: Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/02/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
❑
❑
■
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# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
❑
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Comment:
There is one tube for chlorine tablets.
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
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Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
■
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Number of tubes in use?
2
Comment:
The effluent water was very clear.
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
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Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
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If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
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Comment:
There was no discharge at the time of the inspection. School was not in session due to
the county election.
Page # 5

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
crth rolin"rtmd of E nvironment and Natural Resources
r l • 4, -
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER.PROTECTION.
: May 4' 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
.RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7005 0390 00013552 9289
Rick Sturling
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger Rd.,.
Bakersville NC 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-MV-0080-
Permit No. NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
r Mitchell County
Dear Mr Sturling: ,
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring- report for February 2006
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date_, '.
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Residual Chlorine
2-18-2006
2xWeekly
Measured.1xWeekly
Remedial actions should betaken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations bf State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations. You should address the causes of non
compliance and take actions.to prevent the recurrence of. similar situations.. if you should have any
questions, please do not hesitate to contact Starr Silvis at 8287296-4500.
Sincerely,
rL
Roger- C..Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface•Water Protection
Enclosure
cc WQ Central Files
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MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
ru.waa.im.
Mrs Robin Buchanan
Associate Superintendent
Rick Spurting'
Assistant Superintendent
Danny Young
Finance Officer
Mr.. James W. Meyer
Division of
Water Quality
Laboratory Section
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersviile, North Carolina 28705
[phone] or 688-3232 — FAX [phone]
Bill Sears, Superintendent
April 6, 2006
RECEIVED
APR 10 2006
BOARD MEMBERS
Jeff Harding, Chairman
Danny Hall. Co -Chairman
Doug Dellinger
Larry Fortner
,Mrs Kathy Miller
t ABORATORDYC RTIFICATION
Subject' Response to deficiencies in laboratory Certification Inspection by Gary Francies
on February 27, 2006..
Mr. Meyer:,
Mr. Gene -Gouge has retired with the Mitchell County School System. I have
replaced him as maintenance supervisor and ORC of the schools water and wastewater•
systems, effective April 1, 2006. Enclosed is a response to the inspection on February
27, 2006. I have listed changes I've made or intend to make on the recommendations of
GaryFrancies, I also called Gary Francies on April 5°i and scheduled a meeting with him,
on April I Oth to go over the systems needs,
Thank you,
%%GAGW d�cvC
Tony R. -Crowder
An Equal Opportunity Employer

Laboratory Name: Mi chef! Cote Schools
72 Ledger School Road
Balrersville, late 28705
Certification #: ' 53 85
Type of Inspection: Initial Field
-Evaluator. Clary Francies
Deficiency Corrections:
A = will improve all documentation
B — will be recorded in ink; have ordered new logbooks
C — all data required will be reported monthly
D -New ph meter has been ordered with Temp. Capability
Will have WQ Labs calibrate temperature..
E -- Have ordered new. ph buffers -
F — New ph meter will be calibrated 3 points each day of use .
G -- will .document the results of a third buifer.analysis.
H - New ph meter is being used and -temperature sensor will be calibrated annually
I - New ph meter will be calibrated annually.for Automatic Temperature Compensation.
J — all expired reagent is being replaced
K- WQ Labs has been contracted to calibrate meter
L — will -have standard established.

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Mrs. Robin Buchanan
Associate Superintendent
Rick Spurling
Assistant Superintendent
Mrs. Linda Arrowood
Finance Officer
MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
Mr. Roger Edwards:
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
[phone] or 688-3232 — FAX [phone]
Bill Sears; Superintendent
August 26, 2005
BOARD MEMBERS
Jeff Harding, Chairman
Danny Hall, Co -Chairman
Doug Dellinger
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AUG 2 9 2005
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHS ILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
The drinking water at Tipton Hill School has a low PH around 6.4. Soda
Ash is added to the system at the well house. I have ordered a new pump to
keep influent Ph up and also added Soda Ash to the septic tank.
Sincerely,
Gene Gouge
Maintenance Supervisor,
Mitchell County Schools
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2005
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of .Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION,
July21, 2005
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Rick Sturling
-----1171itc�eli=County Beard'of.`�ducaticn
72 Ledger, Rd -
Bakersville, NC 28705
Dear Mr. Sturling:
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Permit No. NCO066729
Tipton Hill Elementary School
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Mitchell County
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary S&fbol-WWTP's monitoring report for May 2005
showed the following violations:
Parameter.
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
PH
05/31/05
6 su
5.75 su
Daily Minimum Not Reached
Remedial actions, if not already taken, should be taken to correct this problem. The Division.
of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies. and, respond in
writing to this office within 30 working days of receipt of this letter.. You should address the causes of
non-compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you should
have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact at 828-296-4500.
Enclosure
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface`Water Protection,
NorthCarohna
cc: WQ Central Files Adit alltf
Wanda Frazier J
2090 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 828-296-4500 Telephone [phone] Fax Customer Service 877-623-6748

aTF� t Michael F. Easley, Governor
Q ~T William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
-
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN. RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Rick Sturling
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger'Rd.
Bakersville, NC 28705
Dear Mr.. Sturling:
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
July 21', 2005
Asheville Regional Office
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Permit No. NC0066729 '
Tipton Hill Elementary School
Wastewater Treatment Plant
Mitchell County
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for May'-2005
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit.Type
pH
05/31/05
6 su
5.75 su
Daily Minimum Not Reached
Remedial actions, if not already taken, should be taken to correct this problem. The Division
of Water Qualitymay pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review,these violations and deficiencies and, respond in
writing to this, office within 30 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of
non-compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar, situations. 'if you'should
have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,:
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection'
Enclosure One
Nort_hCarolina
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O� W,A T�� ib�ichael FLas Governor
William G., Secretary
North Carolina Dep ' • ent of Fg"viro er t and Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
© Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
May 12, 2005
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7002 0460 00019899 0157
Mr. Rick Sturling
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV 2005 LV 0230'
Permit No. NC0066729
-Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Sturling:
A review of Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP's monitoring r6pottfor December 2004
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
'Limit Type
Value
Solids, Total Suspended
12/31/04
30 mg/I
34. mg/I
Monthly Average
Exceeded
Parameter.
Date
Measuring
Violation
Frequency
Solids, Total Suspended
12/31/04 _
2/month,
Failure to*monitor
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem., The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
Carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within 10
working day of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all
actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you -should have any questions,
please do not'hesitate to contact Mr. Larry Frost at [phone].
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
cc: WQ Central Files
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 NonrthCarolina

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr:, Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
April 19, 2005
Mr. Rick Spurling
Assistant Superintendent
Mitchell County Board of Education
72 Ledger School Road
Bakersville, North Carolina 28705
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: In Compliance
NPDES Permit Number NCO066729
Tipton Hill School
Sewage Treatment System
Mitchell County
Dear Mr. Spurling:
Attached is the report resulting from my April 13, 2005 inspection of the septic tank -surface
sandfilter sewage treatment system. serving Tipton Hill School. The system was producing a very
clear effluent. Tablets were present in both the tube chlorinator and tube dechlorinator.
The treated wastewater discharge permit for Tipton Hill School limits residual chlorine to 28ug/I.
The Board of Education does not have a chlorine test meter capable of measuring residual
chlorine down to this level. Attached for your ready reference is a copy of our August 14, 2001
letter discussing this issue. You should immediately make arrangements to purchase a chlorine
meter capable of reliably measuring down to 28 ug/I or lower. 1 suggest that a representative of
the Board call Gary Francies with this Division at 1-828-296-4500 for advice regarding purchase
of such a meter. I
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone] NoiihCarolina
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 �6ltlfPll��l,J

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Please call regarding your intentions relating to this matter. I may be reached at 1-828-296-4659.
1 would ask that you send me a copy of the meter purchase order as soon as it is issued.
Sincerely,
Roy M. Davis
Environmental Engineer
Xc: Gary Francies
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Customer Service 1-877-623-6748

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 u 2 u 31 NCO066729 111 121 05/04/13 17 18 U 19 U 20 U
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Remarks
2111111111 1111 111111111111 1111 1111 1111 11111111111ss
Inspection Work Days . Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA
671 1 69 70 U 71 U 72 U 73 W 74 751 I I I I I Li
Section B: _Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES. permit Number)
Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP
11:15 AM 05/04/13
02/06/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NCSR 1304 At NCSR 1312
Green Mountain NC 28740
11:30 AM 05/04/13
06/02/28
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Tities (s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Kenneth E Gouge/ORC/704-688-4432/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Kenneth E Gouge,72 Ledger School Rd Bakersville NC Contacted
No
28705//828-688-4432/8286884095
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance 0 Self -Monitoring Program N Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary) '
Name(s) and Signature(s) of inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and' Fax Numbers Date
Roy M Davis ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4659/
Signature of Management eviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Formr3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous. editions are obsolete.

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO066729 I11 12I 05/04/13 117 18 U
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)

Permit
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Yes
❑
No
❑
NA
NE
❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
❑
❑
❑
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
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❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Operations &
Yes
No
NA
NE
Maintenance
Does the plant have general safety structures in place such as rails around or covers over tanks, pits, or wells?
E
❑
❑
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Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
E
❑
❑
❑
Comment: I would suggest that the gate to the chlorine contact tank enclosure fence be locked to deny public access.
Mitchell County Board of Education needs to purchase a chlorine test meter capable of measuring down to the the
Residual Chlorine limits contained in the discharge permit.

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r Michael F. Easley
Governor
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William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
August 14, 2001
Dear NPDES Permittee:
This letter serves as notification to facilities with effluent permit limits for Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)
that effective July 1, 2002, the Division of Water Quality expects these facilities to utilize an instrument
or method that will. detect and measure TRC concentrations to levels that are below the permit discharge
requirements. Please note that if a facility has no effluent limit for TRC (just a monitoring requirement),
then use of a hand-held meter, sometimes described as a pocket colorimeter, and the reporting of <100
ug/L as a TRC value is acceptable. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the State have
determined that in the interest of overall program equity, to ensure water quality protection, and to
comply with 15A NCAC 2B .0505(e)(4), the Division will require all facilities with TRC limits to utilize
instruments or methods that will produce detection and reporting levels that are below the permit
discharge requirements for TRC.
North Carolina has hundreds of NPDES•permitted facilities that are required to limit the amount of TRC
that is discharged from their effluent to the receiving waters of the State. Typically these limits are set at
either 17 or 28 micrograms per liter (ug/L) of wastewater discharged. The EPA has approved two
methods for low-level TRC analyses: the Amperometric Titration Method and the DPD Colorimetric
Method. The Amperometric Titration Method is a classic chemistry analysis performed in a laboratory
setting. Larger facilities with on -site laboratories frequently use this method and achieve reliable, low-
level results of their testing. Many permitted facilities with TRC limits are small and/or have no on -site
laboratory. Because TRC must be analyzed within 15 minutes of sample collection due to its volatile
nature, these facilities are not able to send these samples out for analysis to a commercial lab. They must
rely on a field technique, which will typically utilize the low-level DPD Colorimetric Method. There are
portable instruments available that have the capability of analyzing TRC in the range of 10-15 ug/L.
The Division realizes that changing the method of TRC measurement will not be without difficulty on the
part of the permittees. The permittees will have to evaluate and purchase or otherwise obtain access to
instruments and become both educated and proficient in their use. Please be advised while these
instruments are advertised as portable, permittees may have to prepare special on -site facilities to ensure
their most reliable operation. For these reasons, permittees will not be required to use the more sensitive
instruments until July 1, 2002.
If you have ,questions about the contents of this letter, please contact Vanessa Manuel at [phone],
extension 532. The Division of Water Quality thanks you for your cooperation and understanding in this
matter.
Sincerely,
E. Shannon Langley, Supervisor
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
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