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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQ0023580_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018FILE ROY COOPER Governor MICHAEL S. REGAN Secretory S. DANIEL SMITH Director NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Quality Certified Mail # 7018 3090 0001 2328 4341 Return Receipt Requested . September 17, 2020 . Mr. Chip Hawkins and Email Cove Key Association Inc. Main Street Managers PO Box 1329 Cornelius, NC 28031 SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION Tracking Number: NOV-2020-LV-0663 Permit No. WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes on Lake Norman WWTP Iredell County Dear Mr. Hawkins: A review of the June 2020 Non -Discharge Monitoring Report (NDMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s) indicated below: Limit Exceedance Violation(s): Sample Limit Reported Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation 001 Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as 6/17/2020 6 6.4 Daily Maximum Exceeded N)(00610) 001 Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as 6/17/2020 4 6.4 Monthly Average Exceeded N)(00610) The reported Ammonia exceedances were confirmed by email on 9-4-2020 from Mr. Brandon Long (ORC). This is the second Ammonia violation in two consecutive sampling months. In response to the March 2020 violation an Ammonia resample was taken on 6-3-2020 with results (0.27 mg/L) below both weekly and monthly limit values; however, it is unacceptable to wait 3 months or until this office requests a resample to document return to compliance. Resampling should be conducted as soon as possible after first knowledge of the exceedance. Furthermore, Permit Condition IV.11.d. requires notification to the Division of Water Resources (DWR) - Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) within 24 hours of first knowledge of none compliance. DWR-MRO staff did not receive that notification in either March or June sampling exceedances. One reason for this permit condition is to allow timely discussion of a plan to mitigate ongoing issues. North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality i Division of Water Resources ® E Mooresville Regional Office b10 East Center Avenue. Suite 301 1 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 is cevammem o� �nnortmme+i o..aina 704.b63.lb99 The,461V fed TSS'value and exceedance was confirmed in the NDMR comments and additional samples pulled to meet the monthly average. The missing flow data for 7/31/2018 is noted as a reporting error. No further response is required. Please be aware that non-compliance with your permit could result in enforcement action by the Division of Water Resources for these and any additional violations of State law. The Mooresville Regional Office encourages you to take all necessary actions to bring your facility into. compliance. If you should need any assistance or would like to discuss this non-compliance situation, please contact Maria Schulte of the Mooresville Regional Office at 704-663-1699. Sincerely, DocuSigned by: A F161FBsgA2D84A3... for W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Mooresville Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ Cc: WQS Mooresville Regional Office - Enforcement File NON -DISCHARGE Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File Brandon Long, TCW (Email) Mr. Brent Brower, Cove Key HOA President (Email) CO Q" N iJ- ir 0 ru ru O O O i3 .n rn 0 co a 0 r` U.S. Postal Service'" CERTIFIED MAIL° RECEIPT Domestic Mail Only DEQP;�rt�Cnr•�raD Partrrantaf'c�v:ron:n?nts Qua:t � �va�nofl5'aterRs�uro-a �� h'^?ar?�, 2 Ff _�Uta: Off C? C1J �33 \ _hL_f Fi4'? .k.-. SU id �71 �' i.=•}JfYV:k �. jj�Rh srO+: t54 2$115 y Water Resources Environmental Quality January 30, 2018 CERTIFIED MAIL Tracking #7016 1370 0000 2595 7177 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Cove Key Homeowners Association Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: Jackie Weiner ` n L=ROY COOPER Governor MICHAEL S. REGAN Secretary LINDA CULPEPPER Interim Director Subject: Notice of Deficiency NOD-2018-LV-0015 Non -Discharge Monitoring Report (NDMR) WQ0023580 Reclaimed Utilization System Cove Key Townhomes - Iredell County Dear Ms. Weiner: A review of the October 2017 NDMR indicates non-compliance for the Fecal Coliform Monthly Geometric Mean. The 21 #/100mis reported value exceeds the 14 #/100mis limit, as noted in the Attachment A of your permit. The reported value and exceedance was confirmed by phone call from your contractor on January 2, 2018, with plans to sample earlier in the month to allow for additional sampling as necessary. The following months' November 2017 sampling was <1 #/100mis. No further response is required. If you have any questions, comments, or need assistance with understanding any aspect of your permit, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Ms. Maria Schutte at (704)663-1699. Sind rel f Andrew H. Pitner, P.G., Assistant Regional Supervisor Mooresville Regional Office Water Quality Regional Operations Section Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ CC: Brandon Long, TCW (email) Tim Banister, TCW (email) State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 704 663 1699 - A ■ Complete items 1, 2, and 3. 7D. ' na re ■ Print your name and address on the reverse ❑ Agent so that we can return the card to you. ❑Addressee a ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, B.Re ed b Printed e) C. Date of Delivery or on the front if space permits. � , ' i—e,•tlrJa GdrlrcL¢catl tn, Is.4elivery address different from item 1? ❑ Yes ' If YES, enter delivery address below. ❑ No COVE KEY HOMEOWNERS ASSOC. 'PO BOX 4810 DAVIDSON. NC 28036 ATfN: JACKIE WEINER dwr/ms 1130/18 i ' 111 3. 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I thought the same thing when I was there. Your suggestion to speak with a road company is the best approach and we can give the HOA more time to address this final issue. I will call you next Tues. when I return. Thank You! - Maria From: tb@tcwwastewater.com <tb@tcwwastewater.com> Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2016 10:48:13 AM To: Schutte, Maria Cc: Chip Hawkins; Brandon Long Subject: Cove Key WWTF Hello Maria, I apologize for my delay in getting with you on the items at Cove Key. There has been one nagging issue that we have been trying to figure out but I wanted to get with you about everything. All of the deficiencies have been corrected for a while now as we discussed several months ago. The only thing that we are trying to figure out is the removal of the man- hole lids for the collection system. They seem to be stuck to the point that we have been bending our big lid puller trying to get them up. After Brandon and I have been scratching our head over this, since we have been in all of them several times over the years, is it appears maybe the community has had some type of "top coat" or sealer put down on the road in the recent past. In examining the rings of the manholes you used to be able to see the outside of the top ring and the lip or the rain pans that we installed years ago. Now you can't see this, it is all part of the edge of the road right up to the lid itself. We wonder if some type of seal or liquid was sprayed over the road without removing the man -hole lids and pans and they have all gotten sealed with a light tar or something that is not allowing us to pull them up. I don't know what to do at this point. It would not be a good idea to use a torch to try to liquefy or heat up the area and see of they become somewhat pliable because of -the explosive gases produced in the system. Aside from this everything is complete and compliant from your last report. Chip, can you check your records and see if you can determine anything that was done in the recent past? If so, maybe you can go back to the road contractors and have them solve the problem. Looking for ideas. Regards, Tim Bannister TCW Wastewater Management, Inc. POBox 187 3917 Hwy 74 East Wingate, NC 28174 704.324.4145 Office 704.324.4147 Fax 704.201.7514 Cell J ROYICOOPER Governor MICHAEL S. REGAN Secretary Water Resources S. JAY ZIMMERMAN Director Environmental Quality August 8, 2017 CERTIFIED MAIL Tracking #7015 1520 0002 8386 8578 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Cove Key Homeowners Association Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: Jackie Weiner Subject: Notice of Deficiency NOD-2017=LV-0080 Non=Discharge Monitoring Report (NDMR) WQ0023580 Reclaimed Utilization System Cove Key Townhomes - Iredell' County Dear Ms. Weiner: A review of the May 2017 NDMR indicates non-compliance for the Total Suspended Solids (TSS) monthly average:. The 7.2 mg/L reported exceeds the 5.0 mg/L.limit,as noted in the -Attachment A of your permit: The reported value and exceedance was confirmed by email from your contractor on August 2, 2017. No further response is required. . If you have any questions, comments, or need assistance With understanding any aspect of your permit, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Ms. Maria Schutte. at (704)663-1699. S' c r ly, '. -Andrew H. Pitner, P.G.; Assistant Regional Supervisor Mooresville Regional Office . Water Quality Regional Operations Section Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ CC: Brandon Long, TCW (email) Tim Banister; TCW (email) State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 704 663 1699 UNITED STATES`P'05i C `S ICE First -Class Mail w =- Postage & Fees Paid USPs Permit No. G-10 • Sender: Please_print your name, address, and ZIP4® in this bdi I NCDEQ/WQROS r� 610 EAST CENTER AVE.� SUITE 301 o MOORESVILLE NC 2811S 2 USPS TRACKING# �II�j :I6i �iliil4jl; 9590 9403 0�,58 53t2® 6826 �2 U;S. 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JAY ZIMMERMAN Director December 19, 2016 Non -Discharge Permit Inspections Follow-up Cove Key Townhomes W00023580 Reclaimed Utilization System and WQCSD0500 Collection System Iredell County Dear Ms. Weiner: Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office. (MRO) conducted follow-up inspections on December 141h, 2016, of the collection and treatment systems. The MRO met with Brandon Long (ORC) and noted that most of the.deficiencies,stated in the NOV-2016-PC-0240 have been adequately resolved-. However,.the .following collection system. items need to be addressed. • Some manhole covers and storm water pans appear to be sealed in place, inhibiting proper access and viewing of -the sanitary lines. The MRO understands, per communication with Tri-County Wastewater, that the .HOA is in the process of tracking maintenance records to address this issue with the responsible. contracted company. • . Entries missing from the pumpstation's backup generator inspection log: Telemetry has been' -instal led since the previous inspection and pump:station log entries improved but are not yet conducted on a weekly basis. Log documentatioh of weekly inspections of; the pump station (amount of fuel, date inspected, etc.) are required along'with working telemetry. • A new gate and -lock is in place at the pump, station; however, the lock was broken at the time. of this inspection and.needs to be repaired. . It is.requested that a written response (letter or email) be directed.to my attention by March 24th,'2017, addressing the issues. noted above. If you have any questions or comments,. please do not hesitate to contact meat (704) 23.5-21.84 or maria:schutte(a).ncdenr.Aov. I Will. be glad to further. discuss this with the staff at Tri-CountyWastewater as well. Sincere) , w Maria.Schutte, Senior Environm .ntal Technician Mooresville Regional Office Water Quality Regional Operations Section Division. of Water Resources . CC: Brandon Long, TCW (email) Tim Banister, TCW (email) -- -Nathaniel Thornburg, CO-LAU (email) State: of North Carolina Environmental Quality IWater ResourceslWater Quality RegionalOpeiadons. . Mooresville Regional Office) 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 S.. 7 Schutte, Maria From: Schutte, Maria Sent: Friday, August 19, 2016 9:40 AM To: 'tb@tcwwastewater.com' Cc: chip@ mainstreetmanagers.com'; 'bra ndon@tcwwastewater.com'; Thornburg, Nathaniel; Pitner, Andrew; Basinger, Corey Subject: RE: Copy of NOV-2016-PC-0240 Cove Key Ti m, Thank You for the phone calls and email follow-up. We can accept this email as "written" response to the NOV. There is no need for an additional letter. But, please email me when you have completed the modem installation and we will schedule a follow-up inspection. Thank You! Maria From: tb@tcwwastewater.com [mailto:tb@tcwwastewater.com] Sent: Thursday, August 18, 2016 6:12 PM To: Schutte, Maria <maria.schutte@ncdenr.gov>; brandon@tcwwastewater.com Cc: Thornburg, Nathaniel<nathaniel.thornburg@ncdenr.gov>; Chip Hawkins <chip@mainstreetmanagers.com> Subject: RE: Copy of NOV-2016-PC-0240 Cove Key Hello Maria, I want to give you a status report on the above stated NOV issued to Cove Key WWTF. Stated below is a list of the mentioned items and their status: 1. The effluent parameters, specifically TSS and Fecal, have both been under the required limits in June, and July. We believe the occasional limit violation that the plant has had may be due to a slight poor design flaw. We see absolutely no change in the way the plant runs or how the effluent looks to us during normal times of operation. It is our thought that possibly grabbing the samples during the push of flow from the clear -well in through the higher elevation UV trough that then flows through the outflow weir, may be where the challenge lies. The design has two effluent pumps down in the clear well that lifts the effluent up to a higher elevation to flow by gravity into the LTV box. If we grab while this "push" is active, it may be too turbulent and is stirring up some of the residual solids in the pathway. We are trying to now only grab samples when the flow is resting. 2. UV monitoring display is now up and monitoring properly and the display is visible. 3. Telemetry system is being replaced and a new cellular modem telemetry is on order and we are waiting on the controls sub -contractor to receive the product and install. It will be completed within 30 days. We are replacing the older "land -line" type of telemetry with a more reliable "cellular" type. 4. he manholes have been serviced. lw 5. he generator log sheets have been re -worked and are now updated and TCW is currently inspecting and ;dogging the info weekly. This was just a communication error between the HOA and TCW. 6..,'The gate to the grinder pump station has been repaired and locked. i 7. The 5 day emergency pond has been cleaned out. /8. Proper signage was ordered and has been received. I will mount the signs next week at the entrance to the WWTF and on the gate of the grinder pump station. As this shows; only one item is open and will be completed within 30 days. I will write a more formal completion letter -response when all item have been completed. Thank you for you help and patience at Cove Key. As I mentioned on the phone the mailing address for the HOA at Cove Key should be: Jackie Weiner/ Cove Key HOA % Main Street Managers POB 1329 Cornelius, NC 28031 Please make the necessary changes in the system for fixture con-m-nulication to the HOA. Regards, Tim Bannister TCW Wastewater Management, Inc. POBox 187 3917 Hwy 74 East Wingate, NC 28174 704.324.4145 Office 704.324.4147 Fax 704.201.7514 Cell --------- Original Message --------- Subject: Copy of NOV-2016-PC-0240 Cove Key From: "Schulte, Maria" <maria.schutte(2ncdenr.gov> Date: 7/18/16 6:57 pm To: "brandon@tcwwastewater.com" <brandon rgtewwastewater.com> Cc: "'tb@tcwwastewater.com"' <tb@tcwwastewater.com>, "Thornburg, Nathaniel" <nathaniel.thornburg@ncdenr. gov> Brandon & Tim, Attached is a copy of the referenced "NOV" for your records. The hardcopy just went in today's mail, so it may take a couple of days to reach the HOA. I will be working away from the office on Tues and Wed, but will be checking my email and voicemail when possible should you need to get in touch with me. Thank You, i Maria Maria Schutte Environmental Specialist Water Quality Regional Operations Section Division of Water Resources North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 704 663 1699 office 704 235 2184 direct Maria.schutte(a)-ncdenr.gov 610 East Center Avenue Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 1Mi- ^Nothing Compares,, Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties. R PA:'T.,MCCRORY �'w• 1 Governor t'a FLiI = DONALD R. VAN DER VAART • 3ecrermy Water Resources S. JAY ZIMMERMAN ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Director July 18, 2016 CERTIFIED MAIL Tracking #7015 0640 0007 5707 4739 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Cove Key Homeowners Association Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: Jackie Weiner Subject: Notice of Violation NOV-2016-PC-0240 Non -Discharge Permit Inspections Cove Key Townhomes WQ0023580 Reclaimed Utilization System and WQCSD0500 Collection System Iredell County .Dear Ms. Weiner: Staff of the Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) conducted compliance inspections on June 14th, 2016, which included a review of the collection, treatment and irrigation systems. The MRO would like to thank Brandon Long (ORC) for his time during the inspections. Per conversation with the Mr. Long, Tri-County Wastewater is NOT contracted_to maintain the collection system. Deficiencies were viewed at both the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and the collection system (CS) and were discussed with Mr. Long while on -site. Effluent violations were noted in the. March, April and May Non -Discharge Monitoring Reports. Routine maintenance issues are mentioned in the attached inspection reports, but the primary issues -of concern are also presented in this letter. Please address. the following deficiencies/violations to meet permit condition(s) and program) requirements. Under your Reclaimed Utilization System Permit #WQ0023580: • TSS results on recent NDMRs (March=6.2 mg/L & April=5.9 mg/L) exceed the monthly average limit. The reported fecal value of 24 #(colonies)/100mis.on the June NDMR exceeds the monthly average limit. If. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS 3. Effluent limitations for the generated reclaimed water shall not exceed those specified in Attachment A. The Attachment A states a monthly average TSS limit of 5 mg/L and a monthly average. Fecal limit of 14#(colonies)/100mis. • Direct sunlight has damaged the ultraviolet intensity display, so it cannot be read. Ill. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS . . 1. The reclaimed generation..,. shall be properly maintained at all times... �- ... The telemetry for the high water alarm needs to be repaired. The WWTP`s high-water alarm currently does not call the ORC. The system received and sent,a signal; however; Mr. Long told the MRO staff that the auto -dialer was in need of. repair. The MRO recognizes the wastewater . State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations Mooresville Regional Office) 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 704 663 1699 i ■ Complete items 1, 2, and 3. A. Si re ■ Print your name and address on the reverse - X gent so that we can return the card to you. ❑ Addressee ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailpiece, B. Re ved by (Printed Name) C. Date of Delivery or on the front if space permits. d 1. Article Addressed to: D. 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Clean around manhole covers and verify all storm water pans are properly installed and can be removed for viewing of the sanitary fines.. Routine inspection, removal and proper disposal of solids build-up is recommended to maintain proper flow. There was minor build-up of solids within the collection system at the time of this inspection. • Entries missing from the pump station's backup generator inspection log. Weekly inspections are required if the telemetry system for the WWTP also services the pump station.. Daily inspections are required with just the audible/visual alarm system. Start notation in the log (amount of fuel, date inspected, etc.) • The.gate to the pump station is in need'of repair and should be. locked. Signage should be. - posted. at the pump station, with the name. of the. facility and a contact number to reach when an alarm is triggered. 16A NCAc 02T .0403 PERMITTING BY REGULATION Reference the enclosed document for. assistance with administering your collection system program. It. is requested that a written. response be directed to this office by August 18, 2016, addressing the issues noted above and the terms and conditions as set forth in the W00023580 permit and the 15A NCAC 02T 0430 Rules: Failure to comply with conditions in a permit may result in a recommendation of enforcement action,.to the Director of the Division of Water Quality, who May issue a civil penalty assessment of not more that twenty-five thousand ($25,000) dollars against any "person" who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit under.authority of G.S. 143-215.6A. If you have any. questions, comments, or need assistance with understanding any aspect of your permit. or the attached inspection reports, please do not hesitate to contact myself or Ms. Maria Schulte at (704) 663-1699. We will be glad to further discuss this with Mr. Long as well. Sincerely, . W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor Mooresville Regional Office Water Quality Regional Operations: Section Division of Water Resources Enclosure(s): WQ0023580 Reclaimed Utilization System Inspection. Report June 2016 WQCSD0500 Collection System Inspection. Report June 2016 Deemed Collection System Requirements - Assistance Document CC: Brandon Long, TCW (email) -Tim Banister, TCW (email) Nathaniel Thornburg, CO-LAU (email) State of North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources Pat. McCrory, Governor. Donald R. van. der Vaart, Secretary NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION Reclaimed Water Utilization System GENERAL INFORMATION Owner: Cove Key HOA County: Iredell Permit #: W00023580 Project Name: Cove Key Townhoines Issuance Date: 01/29/2014 Expiration Date 12/31/2018 Permittee Contact: Jackie Weiner, President Telephone No.: 704-255-1266 ORC Contact: Brandon Long_(Tri-County Waste System s) SI991385 Phone: 704-351-4049 (cell) Email: brandon@tcwwastewater.com B/U ORC: Tim Banister #SI23910 _ Phone: 704-324-4145 Email: tbaa tewwastewater.com Reason for Inspection X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP. Facility Start up Inspection Date(s): June 14, 2016 Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages) The treatment system appeared to be functioning adequately, at the time of inspection; however, recent effluent results indicate a potential issue with the disinfection system. The telemetry and the ultraviolet display. need to be repaired as -soon as possible. Specific. details are noted in. the cover letter. / NOV-2016-PC-0240 and should be addressed to return. to full compliance: Additional.maintenance issues are noted in this inspection report. • The MRO should be informed of any changes to the contact information noted above. Is'a follow-up inspection necessary es. X .no. Inspector Name/Title: Maria Schutte, Environmental Specialist; Edward Watson, Hydrogeologist; Ori Tuvia, Engineer Telephone No.; 704-663-1699 Fax No. 704-663-6040 Date of Inspection; 06/14/2016 'Reclaimed Water System Inspection Page 2 Permit #WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes — Iredell County Tyne Activated Sludge Spray, low rate Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, Low Rate Lagoon Drip, Low Rate X. Reclaimed Water - Drip. Treatment Y Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit. Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational? If no, note below. List any action items necessary for each unit. * Comment: The ultraviolet display unit is illegible from sun damage and needs to be replaced. Telemetry was inoperable at the -tirne of inspection and due to be repaired. Influent pump station Y All pumps present, operational N Bypass structure present Y Bar screen, maintained Y_ Free of excessive debris Y Bars evenly spaced N Bars ekcessively. corroded NE Back-up power Flow Measurement Influent Y Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Y Is flowmeter operating properly? Y Does flowmeter operate continuously? Y Does flowmeter record flow? Y Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Flow Measurement — Water Use Records Y Is water use metered? NE Are the daily average values properly calculated? Aeration Basin Y aeration pattern even across surface of unit Y easily accessed Clarifiers Y weirs level Y scum rack operational Y easily accessible Return Pumps Y in place Y operational . Filters Y media present Y clear well free of solids Disinfection **Y Is the system working? *:*Y Is the system properly maintained? Tablets Gas Liquid *.*,Y UV If tablets, proper size? Present in Cylinder(s)? If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? Reclaimed Water System Inspection Permit #WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes — Iredell County Page 3 . N If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Dual system. Facility is maintained by TCW and ORC has access to bulbs on short notice. Y Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? ** Comment: Per ORC W bulbs are checked weekly and replaced annually: however, the system was designed with an intensity panel which is now inoperable due to sun damage and needs to be replaced. W malfunction is one means by which the telemetry system is to be triggered and is supposed to be connected to intensity readings. In addition the intensity readings are the safest way to inspect the UV s s_y tem. Residuals NE — See comments under Lagoons. Lagoons Treatment Lagoon (5-Day Pond) Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) N Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank) Y Liner (if visible, is it intact) Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) N Staff gauge (clearly marked) N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) N Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) N Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) Aerators/mixers operational (if present) NE Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Comment: Remove floating debris, mainly tree limbs, from la og on to protect liner. Safe net has deteriorated -so nroceed cautiously with this request. Maintain large brush between the laLyoon bG fence for safer walking access around the lagoon. Wet Weather Storage Lagoon (check any/all that apply) NE Influent structure (free of obstructions) Y Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) .NA Liner (if visible, is it intact) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) N Unusual color (very black, textile colors) Comment: The lagoon appeared absent ofwater, but needs maintenance for vegetation removal. This facility has routine challengesfrom; operating at a low' flow. Flow Measurement — Effluent Y Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? Y Is the flowmeter operating properly? Y Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Y Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? 'Reclaimed Water System Inspection Permit #WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes — Iredell County Page 4 Disposal Mmal end- use) Y Is the application equipment present and operational? Y Is application equipment in need repair? Distribution lines viewed in zones one and two, with breaks for repairs flagged The system was out ofpressure after that so the remaining zones were not viewed. Y Are cover crops the type specified in permit? Permit. iust states suitable year round vegetative cover. .N Is cover crop in need of improvement? This is a forested area which appeared adequate at the time of inspection but will need routine maintenance for undergrowth and downed trees. N Signs of runoff? N Sign of drift? N Signs of ponding? Y Are buffers adequate? Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit being followed? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Recordkeeping Y Is the permit available upon request? Y Are flow rates less than permitted flow? Y Are monitoring reports present: NDMR Y NDAR Y TCW maintains reports at the main .office which are available by request via email. Recent reports were brought to the inspection by MRO staff to discuss a consistent issue with an apparent spreadsheet. cell" calculation error. Uz this the effluent sampling show TSS values greater than the 5 ing/L monthly average limit; and, the May effluent sampling shows a fecal value greater than the 14(colonies)/I00mIs monthly average limit. Y _ Are operational logs present? Y Complete? NE Are lab sheets available for review? NE Do lab sheets support data represented on. NDMR or NDAR? Y Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? Are there any 2L GW quality violations? NE Are annual soil reports available? Did the last report indicate a need for lime? Was it applied? Y Is the operation and maintenance manual present? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12 months? Comment: The MRO can acquire lab data at any time by email from TCW, but determined that to be unnecessary at this time Copies should be requested for the next inspection either by hard copy or laptop. This permit currently does not require groundwater monitoring. Other noted conditions This site visit included an inspection of the deemed permitted wastewater collection system #WQCSD0500. Issues of concern with the collection system portion are noted in the enclosed inspection report. Compliance Inspection Report Permit: WQCSD0500 Effective: 11/15/10 Expiration: Owner: Cove Key Association Inc SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Cove Key Townhomes on Lake Norman County: Iredell 105 S Cove Key Ln Region: Mooresville Mooresville NC 28117 Contact Person: John W Earnhardt Title: Phone: Directions to Facility: From 1-77 and Langtree Rd (exit 31), travel south on SR 1205 (Mecklyn Rd). The facility is approx. 2 miles on the right. System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: WQ0023580 Cove Key Association Inc - Cove Key Townhomes on Lake Norman Inspection Date: 06/14/2016 Entry Time: 02:OOPM Exit Time: 02:35PM Primary Inspector: Maria Schutte Phone: 704-663-1699 Secondary Inspector(s): Edward Watson Phone Ori A Tuvia Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation Facility Status: ❑ Compliant Not Compliant Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions Operation & Maint Reqmts Records Monitoring & Rpting Reqmts Inspections Pump Station Manhole Lines (See attachment summary) Page: 1 Permit: WQCSD0500 Owner - Facility: Cove Key Association Inc Inspection Date: 06/14/2016 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: This is a very small CS. 5 manholes on one line to one pump station and was inspected while on -site for the ND reclaimed system (WQ0023580) that it discharges to. 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This pump station has back-up with the audible & visual alarms: however, the telemetry also serves the VWVFP which does not have any other alarm system (& is too remote for residents to detect). The logbook is not being maintained/regular required inspections are not being conducted - last log entry was 10-12-15. Pump station housing is not locked. Door needs repair, hanging at an angle. Signage needs to be posted. COVE KEY LANE - Cove Key Lane Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aeriel Lines Is right-of-way accessible for emergency? Is right-of-way free of sinkholes or depressions? Is line/right-of-way free of evidence of leakage? # Are there areas of exposed line? # Is any exposed line constructed of ductile iron or other approved material? Are water crossing and supports in good condition? # Is right-of-way free of non -utility motorized traffic? Is line free of visible damage? # Are there siphons in this system? If yes, are they maintained and documented? NA. Comment: This system only has 5 manholes along one paved street - Cove Key Lane. Yes No NA NE M ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ M ❑ ❑ ❑❑■❑ ❑❑■❑ ❑ M ❑ ❑ ■❑❑❑ ❑■❑❑_ Page: 7 Effective 01101107—Deemed Permitted Collection System Requirements 95A NCAC'02`i .0403 PERMITTING* BY REGULATION `(a) C011eeti:6n.4stems having an -actual, permitted or Division approved average daily flow less than 200;0.00 gallons per day`are; deemed permitted pursuant to Rule .0113'of this Subchapter provided the system meets the criteria in Rule .0113 of thisSubchapter and all: -specific criteria required in this ,Rule: (1). The sewer system is effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to laild br surface waters; and to prevent any'contravention.of•groundwater standards or surface water standards. (2) A map of the sewer systemhas been developed and -is actively maintained. (3) An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory, and overflow response has been developed and implemented (4) Rump stations that are not connected to;atelernetrysystem (i:e.; remote alarm system) are inspected bytfe permittee or itsrepreseritative'every day (i:e.; 365 'days 'per ear `Pum stations'that are; connected to a telemet s stem are ins ecte at;least Y )'. m p` ry Y p once per week.' _; Effective 01/01107 - Deemed Permitted G`ollection.,System Requirements If a publ c.:entity owns multiple-b.ut. seperate:collection systems (i.e.; tributary to.separate,plants) and any one is subject o an indiv dual..permit; all: collection systems shall. be. covered :under one permit, This shallo e nbe applicable to public utilities authorized .to operate byahe North Carolina Utilities Commission who own several individual systems within the state. History, Note Authority G S. 143-21, 5.:1(a) 143=21.5:3(a); 9;43-215.98; Eff. September 1, 2006. I6A NCAC 92T 0405 IMPL.� ENTATI,®h (a) Permit applications for the initial issuance of a collection.system; permit shall be completed and submitted to the,Division within 60. days of the collection system owner's certified mail receipt of;the Division's request for application ubm.ittaL, Permit renewal requpsts:shall :be submiW.to the. -Director ataeast 180 days pnor,ta expiration unless;the permit has been, revokedin accordance with 15A-NCA60Z' 0110 All applications must be submitted, in : duplicate, completed on official forms, and fully'executed: (b) Collection system : subject to an,•indiv. dual per shall comply with the standards in Rule 04;03 of this Section:antil siach,time:as their dividual:permit is,issued History Note AufhontyG S 1.43 215 9(a) 143 295 3(aJ, 143-215!98, Eff ;September 1, 200:fi NCDENR w North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Reso ces FZ4 Division of Water Resourcesr " Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder ot"iri'Skvarla J Governor Director Secretary January 14, 2014 Cove Key Homeowners Association Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: Jackie Weiner Subject: Non -Discharge Permit Inspection Cove Key Townhomes - Permit No.: WQ0023580 Non -conjunctive Reclaimed Utilization System Iredell County Dear Ms. Weiner: Enclosed you will find the report for the compliance inspection that was conducted on December 11, 2013, in conjunction with the permit renewal. The Mooresville Regional Office (MRO) reviewed the reclaimed water system and application fields (permit #WQ0023580). The treatment system appeared to be operating in accordance with conditions of the permit and irrigation fields were well maintained, at the time of inspection. The MRO also viewed the deemed permitted wastewater collection system (#WQCSD0500), which appeared to have proper flow, at the time of inspection; however, please note the following conditions to ensure proper. operation of the collection system. • ' The visual alarm did not appear operational. Verify and repair as needed. • Entries missing from the backup generator inspection log. Start notation in the log (amount of fuel, date inspected, etc.) • There was some build-up of solids within the collection system (manholes). Routine inspection, removal and proper disposal of solids build-up is recommended to maintain proper flow.. The attached report should be self-explanatory; however, if you have any questions, please contact me at (704) 663-1699. Sincerely, ^ Maria Schutte Environmental Specialist Attachment(s): Inspection Report cc: Dale Calkin, TCW, POB 1830, Indian Trail, NC 28079 (email) Chonticha McDaniel, Residuals Management, CO-LAU (email) Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Regional Operations Section / Mooresville Regional Office One 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 No1-thCarolina Phone: 704-663-16991 Fax: 704-663-60401 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 n // Internet: www.ncwater.org A�t�l"!Tl �/ An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer �/ State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Resources Pat McCrory, Governor John Skvarla, Secretary Thomas A. Reeder, Director NON -DISCHARGE C, GENERAL A 0 41fl NCDENR City/Town/Owner: Cove Key HOA Permit No.: WQ0023580 Permittee Contact: Jackie Weiner, President ORC Name: Dale Calkins (Tri-County Waste Systems Email Address: dale@tcwwastewater.com B/U ORC: Tim Banister #S23910 Telephone No.: M INSPECTION TION y: Iredell 11/15/2006 Expiration: 11/30/2013 Lone No.: 704-255-1266 )3776 Telephone No.: 704-634-6889 (cell) Email: Reason for Inspection X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER Type of inspection X Collection System Spray Irrigation Sludge X Other (Drip Irrigation) Inspection Date(s): December 11, 2013 Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached paces) The MRO met with Jackie Weiner; HOA representative, Chip Hawkins, Main Street Property Management Group and Dale Calkins; ORC. This site visit was for renewal of the reclaimed system permit. The treatment and disposal system appears to be operating in accordance with permit requirements. The application renewal did not mention reduction of site visitation; however, the MRO has discussed this issue with the ORC and agrees that a reduction from three to two visits per week is acceptable with an appropriate visitation schedule. The deemed permitted wastewater collection system (#WQCSD0500) was also inspected and conditions of interest noted in the cover -letter and on page 3 under "Other noted conditions". Is a follow-up inspection necessary _yes X no Inspector(s): Maria Schutte - Environmental Specialist Telephone No.: 704-663-1699 Fax No.: 704-663-6040 Date of Inspection: May 30th, 2013 Residuals Inspection WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes — Reclaimed Water Permit pg 2 Type Activated Sludge Spray, low rate Activated Sludge Spray, high rate Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, low rate X Reclaimed Water - Drip Infiltration System Treatment Y Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit. Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational? If no, note below. List any action items necessary for each unit. Influent numn station Y All pumps present, operational N Bypass structure present Y Bar screen, maintained Y Free of excessive debris Y Bars evenly spaced N Bars excessively corroded Y Back-up power Comment: Flow Measurement - Influent Y Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Y Is flowmeter operating properly? Y Does flowmeter operate continuously? Y Does flowmeter record flow? Y Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Comment: Flow Measurement — Water Use Records Y Is water use metered? NE Are the daily average values properly calculated? Aeration Basin Y aeration pattern even across surface of unit Y easily accessed Clarifiers Y weirs level Y scum rack operational Y easily accessible Return Pumps Y in place Y operational Filters Y media present Y clear well free of solids Disinfection Y Is the system working? Y Is the system properly maintained? Tablets Gas Liquid X LTV If tablets, proper size? Present in cylinder(s)? `Residuals Inspection WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes — Reclaimed Water Permit pg 3 If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? Y If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Y Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? Lagoons 5-Day Pond Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) Y Liner (if visible, is it intact) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) N Unusual color (very black, textile colors) Storage Lagoon (check any/all that apply) Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banksiberms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) N Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank) Y Liner (if visible, is it intact) Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) NE Staff gauge (clearly marked) N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) N Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) N Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) Aerators/mixers operational (if present) Y Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Comment: The lagoon was absent of water. Flow Measurement — Effluent Y* Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? Y Is the flowmeter operating properly? Y Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Y Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Disposal (final end use) Y Is the application equipment present and operational? N Is application equipment in need repair? Distribution lines in one area had been dislodged along with the root ball of a large tree. The distribution lines appeared undamaged, but were to be rearrany—e within that area. N Are cover crops the type specified in permit? N Is cover crop in need of improvement? HOA had recently removed downed trees. N Signs of runoff? N Sign of drift? Y Signs of ponding? ORC noted the ground was a little soft in some areas and turned -off the flow to these zones. Y Are buffers adequate? Residuals Inspection pg 4 WQ0023580 Cove Key Townhomes — Reclaimed Water Permit Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit being followed? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Comments: Recordkeepin� Y Is the permit available upon request? Y Are flow rates less than permitted flow? NE Are monitoring reports present: NDMR NE NDAR NE MRO had recently reviewed current data in office. Reports are available from ORC via email. Y Are operational logs present? Y Complete? Only logs for December were on -site, as the ORC had taken data to his once to complete November reports. The ORC emailed the lobs to MRO, upon completion of the site visit. Y Are lab sheets available for review? Y Do lab sheets support data represented on NDMR or NDAR? Y Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? Are there any 2L GW quality violations? Y Are annual soil reports available? Did the last report indicate a need for lime? Was it applied? Y Is the operation and maintenance manual present? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12 months? Comment: This permit currently does not require groundwater monitoring. Other noted conditions This site visit included an inspection of the deemed permitted wastewater collection system (#WQCSD0500), which consists of five manholes, a pump station and back-up generator. The MRO was only able to thoroughly inspect one manhole, as the proper tools to remove covers and liners were unavailable. Flow could be seen and appeared unrestricted; however, there was evidence of stormwater intrusion, from mud layer at bottom of shaft. The solids build-up should be monitored periodically and removed (pump and hauler) as needed should it interfere with proper flow through the lines. Fuel levels at the back-up generator are being checked weekly, but the log has not been maintained and needs to be. Audible alarms were working at time of inspection, but the visual alarm on the control box did not appear to be. Bulb may need replacement. Note: The collection system is not covered under the drip irrigation permit (WQ0023580) and is the responsibility of the HOA to maintain. It is not considered to be a routine function of the ORC Pump Station Inspection Checklist Name Address Housekeeping Secure Accessible Identification Signage Inspection Schedule Daily Wet Well — Floats Free of debris High water float Telemetr Audio_, udio- isti SCADA 0 p Alarm system tested for communications Emergency power Generator Fuel tank Testing schedule Bypass pumping configured Overflow piping Manhole upstream No of Pumps 1 n Operational 2 Capacity of each (gpm) Runtime hour meter reading average St4 �1> Portable Quick -connect Gallons per hour usage rate Automatic Inspection Logs 9 Onsite Aoa NCDENR FiLE North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary Cove Key Home Owners Association P.O. Box 1329 Cornelius, NC 28031 Attention: Ms. Jackie Dear Ms. Weiner: Weiner, President August 24, 2012 RE: Non-discarge Permit No. WQ0023580 Reclaimed Water .System Iredell County This office recently received an inquiry from your representative regarding the referenced permit. It is our understanding that the Town of Mooresville is extending municipal sewer service in the vicinity of the Cove Key development and that the association wishes to pursue the opportunity to connect the development to the sewer system. This office supports such action since it is one of the conditions of the Home/Property Owners' Operational Agreement between the Division of Water Quality and the association. Upon notification that the development's wastewater has been accepted and discharged into the Town's system, this office can provide guidance on decommissioning the existing treatment and disposal system and rescission of the permit. Should you have any questions, feel free to call me at 704/235-2183 or contact me via email at: petgy{ay.finley(c6ncdenr.gov. Cc: Chip Hawkins, Main Street Management Group (electronic) MAF/cove key HOA ltr 8-24-12 Division of Water Quality / Aquifer Protection Section / Mooresville Regional Office 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Phone: 704-663-16991 Fax: 704-663-60401 Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet: hftp://portal.ncdenr.org/web/ivq/aps Sincerely, Peggy Finley Environmental Specialist Aquifer Protection Section Nne ®rthCarolina ;Vat 1a lY An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer FILE =EN North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Beverly Eaves Perdue Governor Cove Key Homeowners Association Post Office Box 4810 Davisdon, North Carolina 28036 Attention: John Earnhardt Dear Mr. Earnhardt: Charles Wakild, P.E. Division of Water Quality Dee Freeman Secretary June 28, 2012 RE: Inspection Report Non -conjunctive Reclaimed Water Utilization System Non -Discharge Permit WQ0023580 Iredell County Enclosed you will find the report for the compliance inspection that was conducted on June 18, 2012. Both the treatment system and the reclaimed water system were found to be in compliance with permit conditions. It appears that the arrangement of reduced operator visits and telemetry has proved sufficient in maintaining compliance at this facility. The Aquifer Protection Section and Land Application Unit have a new web address: http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/Wq/aps/lau. At this site, you can find the current renewal application as well as a tracking sheet for renewals (your permit expires January 31, 2013). Should you have any questions, feel free to call me at 704/235-2183 or contact me via email at: peggy.finlev@ncdenr.gov. Sincerely, Peggy Finley Environmental Specialist Cc: Dale Calkins, TCW Wastewater (email) maf/cove key inspect rpt 6-18-12 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Phone: 704-663-1699 \ FAX: 704-663-6040 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ' �iAhB>rol,i>Ca Division of Water Quality An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled \ 10% Post Consumer Paper r State of North Carolina Department of Environment - -and- Natural -I -esaurces Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Purdue, Governor Dee Freeman, Secretary Coleen H. Sullins, Director NCDENR NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION GENERAL INFORMATION City/Town/Owner: Cove Key HOA Permit # WQ0023580 Issuance Date: 11/15/06 Permittee Contact: John Earnhardt ORC Name: Dale Calkins Cert # SI 993776 Email: dale@tcwwastetwater.com Backup ORC: Tim Bannister Reason for Inspection: County: Iredell Project Name: Cove Key @ Lake Norman Expiration Date: 11 /30/13 Telephone No. 704/987-1612 Tel. No. 704/634-6889 (cell) Tel. No. 704/821-8841 X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER Type of inspection: compliance Inspection Summary, (additional comments may be included on attached pa-ges) The inspectors met with John Earnhardt, HOA representative and Chip Hawkins, Main Street Property Mgt Group as well as the ORC Dale Calkins. The treatment and disposal system appears to be operating very well. The application areas are clear of excessive undergrowth. Records are complete and up-to-date. The reduced operator visits combined with telemetry has proved to be sufficient for keeping the facility in compliance. Is a follow-up inspection necessary yes X no Inspector Name/Title Peggy Finley, Env. Specialist; Maria Schutte, Senior Env. Spec. Tel. No. 704/235-2183 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection: 6/18/12 Permit #WQ0023580 Page 2 M Type Activated Sludge Spray, low rate Activated Sludge Spray, high rate Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, low rate _X Reclaimed Water - drip Infiltration System Treatment Y Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit? Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational? If no, note below. List any action items necessary for each unit. Influent pump station Y All pumps present, operational Bar screen, maintained Bars evenly spaced Back-up power _N_ Bypass structure present Y Free of excessive debris Bars excessively corroded Flow Measurement — Influent _Y Is flowmeter calibrated annually? _Y _ Is flowmeter operating properly? _ Y _ Does flowmeter operate continuously? _ Y_ Does flowmeter record flow? Y Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Flow Measurement — Water -Use Records Y Is water use metered? Are the daily average values properly calculated? Aeration Basins Y aeration pattern even across surface of unit Y easily accessed Clarifiers —Y—weirs level —Y—scum rack operational —Y—easily accessible Return Pumps —Y—in place _Y_operational Filters Y media present —Y—clear well free of solids Permit #WQ0023580 Page 3 Disinfection- -____,..-.. __..-.-..�._ - - - Y Is the system properly maintained ?` Y Is the system working? - — X UV _ _ Tablets Gas Liquid If tablets, proper size? Present in Cylinder(s)? If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? _Y_ If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Y Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? Lagoons (check any/all that apply) 5-Day Upset Pond Influent structure (free of obstructions) Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) Y Liner (if visible, is it intact) Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) Unusual color (very black, textile colors) Storage Lagoon The lagoon was absent of water. Flow Measurement - Effluent Y Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? _ Y_ Is.the flowmeter operating properly? _ Y_ Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Y Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Disposal (final end use Y Is the application equipment present and operational? Is application equipment in need repair? Are cover crops the type specified in permit? _N_ Is cover crop in need of improvement? _N_ Signs of runoff? N ponding? _N drift? Y Are buffers adequate? Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit being followed? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Permit #WQ00 Page 4 Recordkeeping Y Is permit available upon request? _Y_ Are flow rates less than permitted flow? Y Are monitoring reports present: available upon request Y Are operational logs present? _Y Complete? Y Are lab sheets available for review? Y Do lab sheets support data represented on NDMR or NDAR? _Y_ Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? Are there any 2L GW quality violations? Y Are annual soil reports available? Did the last report indicate a need for lime? Was it applied? Y Is the operation and maintenance manual present? Complete? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12months? r 0200 [Fly NC®ENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natura Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director Cove Key Association, Inc. Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: John Earnhardt Dear Mr. Earnhardt: Resources Dee Freeman Secretary August 30, 2010 RE: Inspection Report Non -discharge Permit No. WQ0023580 Cove Key Town Homes on Lake Norman Iredell County Enclosed you will find the report for the compliance inspection that I conducted on August 25, 2010. The report should be self-explanatory however, one finding requires particular note. The treatment system appears to be operating in compliance with the referenced permit but the application fields have become significantly overgrown. This situation makes it more difficult for the operator to troubleshoot and maintain the intregity of the drip lines. Please attend to this matter and notify me when the work is complete so that I may schedule a follow-up inspection. As a result of passage of Session Law 2009-046, the expiration date of your permit has been extended to November 30, 2012. An application for renewal must be submitted to the division at least 180 days prior to that date. Should you have any questions, please call me at 704/235-2183 or contact me via email at peggy.finley(aD_ncdenr.gov. Sincerely, Peggy Finley Environmental Specialist Mooresville Regional Office cc: Dale Calkins, TCW Wastewater, POB 1830, Indian Trail, NC 28079 w/enclosure MAF/cove key inspect rpt cover Itr 8-25-10 Mooresville Regional Office Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 One Phone: (704) 663-16991 Fax: (704) 663-60401 Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 NofthCarohna Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org �aiurall� An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer— 50% Recycled110% Post Consumer paper State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor Dee Freeman, Secretary Coleen H. Sullins, Director A ?F'A ,M�w IT 41. 00 NCDENFI NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION SURFACE IRRIGATION GENERAL INFORMATION City/Town/Owner: Cove Key Association, Inc Permit # WQ0023580 Issuance Date: 11/15/06 Permittee Contact: John Earnhardt ORC Name: Dale Calkins Cert #S1993776 Email: dale @ twcwastewater.com Backup ORC Name: Tim Bannister Reason for Inspection X ROUTINE COMPLAINT County: Iredell Project Name: Cove Key Townhomes at Lake Norman Expiration Date: 11/30/12 Telephone No.: 704/987-1612 Telephone No.: 704/634-6889 (cell) Telephone No.: 704/821-8841 FOLLOW-UP OTHER Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages) Since the last inspection, flow and turbidity equipment has been installed and telemetry has been activated in order for operator visits to be reduced to three times a week. The operation of the treatment system has improved as a result of consultation with Technical Assistance staff. The application fields however, have become overgrown and in need of prompt attention. Is a follow-up inspection necessary _X_yes no Inspector Name/Title: Peggy Finley, Environmental Specialist Tel. No. 704/235-2183 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection: 8/25/10 Permit #WQ0023580 Page 2 Type Activated Sludge Spray, low rate Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, Low Rate Lagoon Drip, Low Rate X_ Reuse, Drip, Low Rate Treatment Y Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit. Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational. If no, note below. Comment: Typically, the use of only one treatment train is required. Treatment Lagoon (5-Day Pond) Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) _N_ Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank _Y_ Liner (if visible, is it intact) —NA—Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) _Staff gauge (clearly marked) _N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) —N—Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) _Y_ Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) N Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) NA Aerators/mixers operational (if present) N Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Influent pump station Y All pumps present, operational Bypass structure present Y Bar screen, maintained Free of excessive debris Bars evenly spaced Bars excessively corroded Back-up power Flow Measurement — Influent Y Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Y Is flowmeter operating properly? Y Does flowmeter operate continuously? Y Does flowmeter record flow? Y Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? r Permit #WQ0023580 Page 3 Flow Measurement — Water -Use Records Is water use metered? _Y Are the daily average values properly calculated? Disinfection _Y_ Is the system operational? _Y_ Is the system properly maintained? Tablets I Gas Liquid _X_ UV If tablets, proper size? Present in Cylinder(s)? If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? _Y* If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Y Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? Comments: The intensity is continuously monitored and new bulbs are ordered just prior to one year of service. Flow Measurement — Effluent _Y_ Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? _Y Is the flowmeter operating properly? Y Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Y _ Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Effluent Storaae X LAGOON SEPTIC TANK(s) ABOVE GROUND TANK OTHER Number of days storage 15_ Spill control plan on site Above ground tank Aerated Mixed In ground tank Aerated Mixed Comment: Storage Lagoon Comment: Storage lagoon receives little wastewater. The liner appeared to be intact Residuals NA storage/treatment Disposal (final end use) Y Is the application equipment present and operational? _Y _ Is application equipment in need repair? _NA_Spray heads calibrated this past year? _Y_ Are cover crops the type specified in permit? _Y_ Is cover crop in need of improvement? _N_ Signs of runoff? _N_ Signs of ponding? Permit #WQ0023530 Page 4 Y Are buffers adequate? Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit being followed? . N Is there evidence of runoff or drift? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Comment: The drip fields have become overgrown. Some attempt has been made to control the vegetation with herbicides. Recordkeeping Y Is permit available upon request? Y Are flow rates less than permitted flow? Y Are monitoring reports present: NDMR _ NDAR Y Are operational logs present? _Y_ Complete? Y Are lab sheets available for review? Y Do lab sheets support data represented on NDMR or NDAR? Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? NA Are there any 2L GW quality violations? NA Are annual soil reports available? _Y_ Js the operation and maintenance manual present? Complete? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12 months? Comment: Groundwater Monitoring NA Does the permit require monitoring wells? If so, are the monitoring wells properly installed according to the permit? are the wells properly identified? are the wells damaged? A*FET NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary June 2, 2010 Cove Key Association, Inc. Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: John Earnhardt Subject: Response to Notice of Violation NOV-2010-LV-0135 Permit No. WQ0023580 Cove Key Town Homes on Lake Norman Iredell County Dear Mr. Earnhardt: Your response to the referenced Notice of Violation was received in this office on May 21, 2010. A review of Tim Bannister's letter on your behalf indicates that the requirements of the Notice have been met. Should you have any questions, please call Peggy Finley at 704/235-2183 or contact her via email at peggy.finley(d)ncdenr.gov. Sincerely, p j Andrew H. Pitner, P.G. Environmental Program Supervisor Mooresville Regional Office cc: Iredell County Environmental Health Department Aquifer Protection Section Central Files Tim Bannister, TCW Wastewater, POB 1830, Indian Trail, NC 28079 MAF/cove key NOPEN 6-2-10 Mooresville Regional Office Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 One Phone: (704) 663-16991 Fax: (704) 663-60401 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org %� atitr+ally An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer— 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer paper �/ i/ May 21, 2010 Peggy Finley NCDENR Mooresville Regional Office 610 East Center Ave. Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 RE: Notice of Violation NOV-2010-LV-0135 Permit No. WQ0023580 Cove Key Town Homes on Lake Norman Iredell County Dear Peggy, As the management company responsible for the Operation of the Cove Key WWTP and further employee's the ORC for the same facility, consider this letter, on behalf of Cove Key Association, Inc., as the response to the N.O.V. dated April 26, 2010 indicating violations of the permit conditions "11.3." and "IV.10.d." in the month of January 2010. Action has been taken to bring the conditions back in to compliance. Findings and Actions taken on condition 11.3: We had a personnel change at the end of the year of 2009. The ORC at that time performed a "wasting " of the old sludge and we found that he wasted too much causing the mixed liquor to drop to lower than desired levels. The plant also had been struggling with very cold extended periods causing the microbes to be less active and not flocking well causing settling issues and pin flock to occur. We had spoken with Barbara Sifford on this matter to ask for any recommendations and understood everyone was experiencing some degree of difficulties during this period of time. The new ORC immediately started adding microbes to seed and micro nutrients in order to build the mixed liquor mass back to acceptable levels. He slowed the incoming flow slightly, gave more EQ time, to provide longer detention for settling and contact in air basin. He added some polymer to aid in flocking. By the end of January 2010 the quality of effluent generated was greatly improved and the all sampling has shown compliant since that point to now. Action taken on condition IVA O.d: The ORC understood the permit requirement to be 10.0 for the daily limit of TSS. He overlooked the "monthly average" limit of 5.0 coming into play when there is only one sampling for the month taken. He didn't realize the plant was "out of limit° thus reporting to the MRO was deemed unnecessary. This is now understood and clear. Sincerely, Tim Bannister, owner TCW Wastewater Mgmt. Inc. Cc: John Earnhardt, Cove Key Association, Inc. Dale Calkins, TCW —ORC TCW — File P.O. Box i 830 - Indian Trail, NC 28079 • Fax 704.283.2733 • Email: info@tcwwastewatercom w�. MCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary April 26, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED RECEIPT # Cove Key Association, Inc. Post Office Box 4810 Davidson, North Carolina 28036 Attention: John Earnhardt Subject: Notice of Violation NOV-2010-LV-0135 Permit No. W00023580 Cove Key Town Homes on Lake Norman Iredell County Dear Mr. Earnhardt: A review of the subject permit and your compliance monitoring data indicates that you are in violation of the following permit conditions: Condition 11.3. — Effluent limitations shall not exceed those specified in Attachment A. The Total Suspended Solids (TSS) concentration of 8.3 mg/1 for January 2010 exceeded the permitted monthly average of 5 mgA. Condition IV.10.d. — The permittee shall report to the MRO within 24 hours first knowledge of the occurrence anytime self -monitoring indicates that the facility has gone out of compliance with its permit limitations. The MRO did not receive a report of non-compliance. You are required to take any necessary action to correct the above violations, prevent their recurrence, and provide a written response to this Notice. Your response should be submitted to this office by May 26, 2010. Please direct your response and any questions concerning this Notice to Peggy Finley at 704/235-2183 or contact her via email at peggy.finley(cVncdenr.gov. Sincerely, ndrew H. Pitner, P.G. 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Aaan!laa p81314saa,;! b. well , win 6l%•V a}aldwoo oslV •g pus 'Z ' L swel! a}9ldwo6 Cove Key Homeowners Association Mooresville, North Carolina July 7, 2009 Peggy Finley North Carolina Department of Environment & Natural Resources Division of Water Quality, Aquifer Protection Section Iredell County Government Center 610 East Center St., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 Improved Operations and Proposed Change to ORC Visit Requirement Permit # WQ0023580 Ms. Finley, We totally understand our responsibilities as facility owner to assure aquifer protection according to our Permit. We have implemented significant changes to assure improved operating performance as positively reflected in monitoring reports submitted to you monthly. As we have discussed during your past visits to the site, our Waste Water Treatment System imposes a significant (>$2300/yr) financial burden on each of the 19 homeowners in the community. We believe that we have determined certain operational controls and improved 24-hour monitoring facilities which will assure even better protection for the environment while somewhat reducing the excessive operating costs to homeowners. Please see the attached Proposal. We would like to meet with you, others from your office, and personnel from TCW within the few weeks if possible. Our purpose would be to show you on site what we have accomplished and additional changes we propose to make to improve operating results and reduce environmental risks. If you agree, we would make the improvements, verify effectiveness of improved 24-hour instrumented monitoring and go to the new proposed ORC visit requirement as soon as possible. Thank you for your consideration of this proposal which we feel will help assure more rapid detection and response to potential operating issues and therefore better protection for environment. Sincerely, John Earnhardt, HOA President, Cove Key Homeowners Association Board 103 North Cove Key Lane, Mooresville, NC CC: HOA Board TCW: Tim Banister, Ralph Douglas CSI Property Management: John Swope, Art Gibson Proposed ORC Visit Requirement July, 2009 Facility: Cove Key Non -Discharge Re -Use Wastewater Facility Permit: WQ0023580 Average daily flow at facility: 3000-4000 GPD (residential wastewater only) Flow source: 19 Residential Condominiums Treatment and Dispersal: Dual Train, Extended Air Biological, Tertiary filters, UV Disinfection, Surface Drip Irrigation Dispersal. Proposed change in ORC Visit Requirements: Currently — 5 days a week except holidays Proposed — 2 days a week except holidays 4, Proposed upgrades for control monitoring processes Currently — Telemetry 24/7� • Grinder collection station lL • All Power supply I (Generator) ( �. Proposed — Telemetry 24/7 Grinder collection station • All Power supply (Generator) i�ti•• Turbidity limits -,► cp ��� f �� �; ' UV Disinfection • High level in EQ basin • High level in Mud well W • High level in Clear well Proposed System Non -Compliant change to Visit Requirements: • If system is non -compliant for 2 or more months consecutively, Aquifer Protection may require the ORC Visit Requirements increase to 3 days a�- week except for holidays. r • If system is non -compliant for 4 or more months consecutively or otherwise in any 12 month period, Aquifer Protection may require the ORC 9 Visit Requirements increase to 3 or more days a week but not more than 5 days a week except for holidays. CYO bqALI �,,.�- Ar OF W AT FR 6 � r O "C Cove Key Association, Inc. 103 N. Cove Key Lane Mooresville, North Carolina 28117 Attention: John Earnhardt Dear Mr. Earnhardt: Michael F. Easley, Governor 10 C Yharolina William G. Ross Jr., Secretary 0 20' Department of Environment and Natural Resources Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION August 4, 2008 RE: Inspection Report Cove Key Townhomes@ Lake Norman Wastewater Surface Irrigation Permit No. WQ0023580 Iredell County, N.C. Enclosed you will find the report on the inspection that I conducted on July 22, 2008. The report should be self-explanatory. I appreciate the effort you and the operators have been making to bring the system into compliance. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 704/663-1699. Sincerely, Peggy Finley Environmental Specialist Enclosure - Inspection Report Cc: Ralph Douglas — Tri-County Wastewater, POB 1830, Indian Trail, NC 28079 w/enclosure MAF/surface irrigation/ Cove Key inspection rpt 7-22-08 NorthCaro/l/i Division of Water Quality / Aquifer Protection Section / Mooresville Regional Office Phone: (704) 663-1699 Fax: (704) 663-6040 orthCarol i 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org , z, State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Coleen H. Sullins, Director I W NCDENR NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION SURFACE IRRIGATION GENERAL INFORMATION City/Town/Owner: Cove Key Association, Inc County: Iredell Permit # WQ0023580 Project Name: Cove Key Townhomes at Lake Norman Issuance Date: 11/15/06 Expiration Date: 11/30/09 Permittee Contact: John Earnhardt Telephone No.: 704/987-1612 ORC Name: Ralph Douglas Telephone No.: 704/821-8841 Backup ORC Name: Tim Bannister Telephone No.: 704/821-8841 Reason for Inspection X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be -included on attached pages) Efforts continue to improve efficiency of the treatment system. Replacement of the turbidity meter has helped improve compliance over the last few months. The application fields are in good condition. Is a follow-up inspection necessary yes X no Inspector Name/Title: Peggy Finley, Environmental Specialist Tel. No. 704/235-2183 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection: 7/22/08 6 n Permit #WQ0023580 Page 2 Type Activated Sludge Spray, low rate _X_Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, Low Rate _ Lagoon Drip, Low Rate Treatment Y 'Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit. Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational. If no, note below. Treatment Lagoon (5-Day Pond) Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) N_ Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank _Y_ Liner (if visible, is it intact) —NA—Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) _ _Staff gauge (clearly marked) _N_Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) —N—Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) _N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) _N_ Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) NA Aerators/mixers operational (if present) N Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Influent pump station Y All pumps present, operational Y Bar screen, maintained Bars evenly spaced Back-up power Flow Measurement.— Influent _Y_ Is flowmeter calibrated annually? _Y_ Is flowmeter operating properly? _Y_ Does flowmeter operate continuously? Does flowmeter record flow? Y Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Bypass structure present Free of excessive debris Bars excessively corroded Flow Measurement — Water -Use Records Y Is water use metered? Y_ Are the daily average values properly calculated? Permit #WQ0023580 Page 3 Disinfection _Y_ Is the system operational? _Y_ Is the system properly maintained? Tablets Gas Liquid _X_ UV If tablets, proper size? Present in Cylinder(s)? If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? Y If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Y Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? Comments: Flow Measurement — Effluent Y_ Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? _Y Is the flowmeter operating properly? _Y Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Y _ Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Effluent Storaae X LAGOON SEPTIC TANK(s) ABOVE GROUND TANK OTHER Number of days storage 15_ Spill control plan on site Above ground tank Aerated Mixed In ground tank Aerated Mixed Comment: Storage Lagoon Comment: Storage lagoon currently contains no wastewater. The liner appeared to be intact Residuals NA storage/treatment Disposal (final end use) Y Is the application equipment present and operational? _Y _ Is application equipment in need repair? _NA_Spray heads calibrated this past year? Y Are cover crops the type specified in permit? _N_ Is cover crop in need of improvement? _N_ Signs of runoff? _N_ Signs of ponding? Comments: .x Permit #W00023580 Page 4 Y Are buffers adequate? Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit being followed? N Is there evidence of runoff or drift? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Recordkeeping Y Is permit available upon request? Y Are flow rates less than permitted flow? Y Are monitoring reports present: NDMR _ NDAR Y Are operational logs present? _ Complete? Y Are lab sheets available for review? Y Do lab sheets support data represented on NDMR or NDAR? _Y_ Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? NA Are there any 2L GW quality violations? NA Are annual soil reports available? Y_ _Is the operation and maintenance manual present? Complete? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12 months? Comment: Groundwater Monitoring NA Does the permit require monitoring wells? If so, are the monitoring wells properly installed according to the permit? are the wells properly identified? are the wells damaged? OF vv H rFR j jr p 'C micnaei r. tasiey, governor ;- William G. Ross Jr., Secretary North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �(�✓✓1//) Coleen H. Sullins, Director i Division of Water Quality AQUIFER PROTECTION SECTION August 10, 2007 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECIPT REQUESTED Cove Key Association, Inc. 122 S. Cove Key Lane Mooresville, North Carolina 28117 Attention: Andy Leeds, President RE: Notice of Violation of Permit Conditions Nov-2007-PC- LV- o `i 33 Cove Key Townhomes@ Lake Norman Wastewater Surface Irrigation Permit No. W00023580 Iredell County, N.C. Dear Mr. Leeds: Chapter 143, North Carolina General Statutes, authorizes and directs the Environmental Management Commission of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to protect and preserve the. water and air resources of the State. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) has the delegated authority to enforce adopted water pollution control rules. This letter is a standard notification and is intended to advise you of the legal requirements under North Carolina law. On July 20, 2007, staff of the Aquifer Protection Section of DWQ conducted an inspection of the referenced facility. Based on that inspection and a review of compliance monitoring, DWQ believes that you are in violation of the following condition. Condition 111.3.: As an indicator of proper operation and maintenance, the facility shall produce an effluent in compliance with the following limitations: Parameter Monthly Average Daily (Instantaneous) Maximum Flow 7,200 GPD Not applicable BOD5 10 m /L 15 m /L NH3asN 4m /L 6mg/ L TSS 5 m /L 10 m /L Fecal Coliform 14 per 100 ml(geometric mean 25 er 100 ml Turbidity Not applicable 10 NTU A review of submitted records revealed that the limits for BOD5, NH3, TSS, turbidity and fecal coliform have not been met at various times over the last year. (Refer to Attachments A and B) One Division of Water Quality /Aquifer Protection Section /Mooresville Regional Office Phone: (704) 663-1699 Fax: (704) 663-6040 NOrthC,9xo1ha,Q.tut,Q //t 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org T ■ ti .. �cc j A 0 m x Er postage $9:13 In CO I Certified Fee � ,/' postmar a � Q Retum Receipt Fee � M (Endorsement Required) C3 Restricted Delivery Fee O (Endorsement Required) iTots' — - - - ti Andy Leeds -a 'Cove Key Assoc., Inc.- .� a o Po 122 S. Cove Key Lane Mooresville NC 28117 ` I city . M i Cove Key Association, Inc. August 10, 2007 Page Two In order to achieve compliance, you are required to re-evaluate the design and operation of the treatment system. Within 90 days, you must submit a report that outlines the evaluation. The report should also include recommendations and a proposed time line for bringing the treatment system into compliance. It should be noted that, in accordance with General Statute 143-215.6A, failure to achieve compliance could result in civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day. Please notify this office of your intent to comply within 15 days of receipt of this Notice. Please direct your response to the attention of Peggy Finley. Please reference the NOV number in your correspondence. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Finley or me at 704/663-1699. Sin, erely, 1 11 Andrew H. Pitner, P.G. Regional Environmental Supervisor Enclosure: 7/20/07 Inspection Report Attachment A Attachment B Cc: John Earnhardt 103 N. Cove Key Lane, Mooresville 28117 Terry Thomas — Tri-County Wastewater, POB 1830, Indian Trail, NC 28079 MAF/surface irrigation/ Cove Key inspection rpt and NOV 8-10-07 d State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Coleen H. Sullins, Director NCDENR NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION SURFACE IRRIGATION GENERAL INFORMATION City/Town/Owner: Cove Key Association, Inc County: Iredell Permit # WQ0023580 Project Name: Cove Key Townhomes@ Lake Norman Issuance Date: 11/15/06 Permittee Contact: John Earnhardt ORC Name: Terry Thomas Cert #WW2-988322 & SI/988699 Backup ORC Name: Tim Bannister Cert# WW2-24666 & SI/23910 Expiration Date: 11/30/09 Telephone No.: 704/987-1612 Telephone No.: 704/821-8841 Telephone No.: 704/821-8841 Reason for Inspection X ROUTINE COMPLAINT FOLLOW-UP OTHER Inspection Summarv: (additional comments may be included on attached pages) The required components of the treatment system are operational but a review of the effluent monitoring data indicates that the limits for BOD5, NH3-N TSS, fecal coliform and turbidity have, at various times, not been met. The system is underutilized. An evaluation needs to be conducted in order to determine how to bring it into compliance. The application fields are in good condition. Is a follow-up inspection necessary yes X no Inspector Name/Title: Peggy Finley, Environmental Specialist Tel. No. 704/235-2183 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection: 7/20/07 Permit #W00023580 Page 2 Type Activated Sludge Spray, low rate Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, Low Rate X_ Lagoon Drip, Low Rate Treatment Y Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit. Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational. If no, note below. Treatment Lagoon (5-Day Upset Pond) Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) _N_ Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank _Y_ Liner (if visible, is it intact) —NA—Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) _ _Staff gauge (clearly marked) _N_Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) N Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) _N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) _N_ Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) NA Aerators/mixers operational (if present) N Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Influent pump station Y All pumps present, operational Bar screen, maintained Bars evenly spaced Back-up power Flow Measurement — Influent Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Is flowmeter operating properly? Does flowmeter operate continuously? Does flowmeter record flow? Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Bypass structure present Free of excessive debris Bars excessively corroded Flow Measurement — Water -Use Records Y Is water use metered? Are the daily average values properly calculated? Permit ##WQ0023580 Page 3 Disinfection _Y_ Is the system operational? _Y_ Is the system properly maintained? Tablets Gas Liquid _X_ UV If tablets, proper size? Present in Cylinder(s)? If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? _Y If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Y_ Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? Comments: Flow Measurement — Effluent Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? _Y_ Is the flowmeter operating properly? Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Effluent Storaae X LAGOON . SEPTIC TANK(s) ABOVE GROUND TANK OTHER Number of months storage Spill control plan on site Above ground tank Aerated Mixed In ground tank Aerated Mixed Comment: Storage Lagoon Check any/all that apply Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) _N _ Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank Y Liner (if visible, is it intact) NA _Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) Staff gauge (clearly marked) _N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) _ N_ _Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) _N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) _N _ Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) NA Aerators/mixers operational (if present) Y Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Permit #WQ0023580 Residuals NA storage/treatment Disposal (final end use) Y Is the application equipment present and operational? _Y*_ Is application equipment in need repair? _NA_Spray heads calibrated this past year? Y Are cover crops the type specified in permit? _N_ Is cover crop in need of improvement? _N_ Signs of runoff? _N_ Signs of ponding? Comments: * one section of irrigation tubing was observed to be leaking Y Are buffers adequate? Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit*being followed? N Is there evidence of runoff or drift? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Recordkeeping Page 4 NE Is permit available upon request? Y Are flow rates less than permitted flow? Y Are monitoring reports present: NDMR _ NDAR Y Are operational logs present? _ Complete? Y Are lab sheets available for review? Y Do lab sheets support data represented on NDMR or NDAR? _Y_ Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? NA Are there any 2L GW quality violations? NA Are annual soil reports available? NE Is the operation and maintenance manual present? Complete? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12 months? Comment: Groundwater Monitoring NA Does the permit require monitoring wells? If so, are the monitoring wells properly installed according to the permit? are the wells properly identified? are the wells damaged? NE = not examined COVE KEY on LAKE NORMAN--������ re, IVA M. ZT.I=..- WWI-, r--T-.Tlz SWIM= mm9W,q PIM Me Attachment B COVE KEY on LAKE NORMAN WO0023580 ** ** ** ** ** Turbidity Readings 7/2/2007 1.4 6/1 /2007 0.7 5/1 /2007 0.76 4/2/2007 5.2 ** 3/1 /2007 7/3/2007 0.5 6/4/2007 0.41 5/2/2007 1.2 ** 4/3/2007 4.01 3/2/2007 7/5/2007 0.3 6/5/2007 0.17 5/3/2007 3.11 4/4/2007 3/5/2007 7/6/2007 0.32 ** 6/6/2007 0.22 5/4/2007 2.22 4/5/2007 3/6/2007 7/9/2007 0.3 6/7/2007 0.26 5/7/2007 0.85 4/6/2007 3/7/2007 7/10/2007 0.4 6/8/2007 0.25 ** 5/8/2007 0.79 4/10/2007 3/8/2007 7/11/2007 0.6 6/11/2007 0.17 5/9/2007 0.97 4/11/2007 7.11 ** 3/9/2007 7/12/2007 0.3 6/12/2007 0.19 5/10/2007 1.69 4/12/ 0007 7.72 3/12/2007 7/13/2007 0.3 6/13/2007 0.21 5/11/2007 5.67 ** 4/13/2007 3/13/2007 7/16/2007 9.43 6/14/2007 0.19 5/14/2007 1.51 4/16/2007 6.14 3/14/2007 7/17/2007 6.7 ** 6/15/2007 0.22 5/15/2007 0.79 4/17/2007 6.97 3/15/2007 7/18/2007 9.8 6/18/2007 0.9 5/16/2007 0.67 ** 4/18/2007 5.67 ** 3/16/2007 7/19/2007 1.42 6/19/2007 0.8 5/17/2007 0.66 4/19/2007 0.76 3/19/2007 7/20/2007 1.49 6/20/2007 0.7 5/20/2007 0.48 4/20/2007 1 3/21 /2007 7/23/2007 .0.38 6/21 /2007 0.9 ** 5/21 /2007 0.57 4/23/2007 0.73 3/22/2007 7/24/2007 0.38 ** 6/22/2007 0.1 5/22/2007 0.52 4/24/2007 1.4 3/23/2007 7/25/2007 0.23 6/25/2007 0.93 5/23/2007 4.13 4/25/2007 1.04 3/24/2007 7/26/2007 0.14 6/26/2007 0.76 5/24/2007 3.03 4/26/2007 0.86 ** 3/26/2007 7/27/2007 0.17 6/27/2007 1.52 5/25/2007 1.25 ** 4/27/2007 2.87 3/27/2007 7/30/2007 0.57 6/28/2007 0.37 5/29/2007 0.23 4/30/2007 0.96 3/28/2007 7/31 /2007 2.03 ** 6/29/2007 0.32 5/30/2007 1.67 3/29/2007 ** 5/31 /2007 1.25 3/30/2007 ** = cleaned probe Probe calibrated in march and august cont'd on back w 1.9 2/1/2007 1.97 1/2/2007 6.3 1.11 ** 2/2/2007 2.16 1/3/2007 2.83 4.32 2/6/2007 4.39 1 /5/2007 7.81 2/7/2007 5.23 ** 1 /8/2007 8.83 5.35 ** 2/8/2007 2.77 1 /9/2007 6.31 2/9/2007 1.26 1/10/2007 7.76 9.57 2/12/2007 2.81 1 /11 /2007 1.54 8.63 2/13/2007 2.38 ** 1/12/2007 1.41 7.92 2/14/2007 1.29 1 /15/2007 1.99 1/9/1900 2/15/2007 2.03 1/16/2007 6.2 ** 2/16/2007 1.98 1/17/2007 5.5 2/19/2007 9.07 1/19/2007 1.85 2/20/2007t9.471** 1/22/2007 1.84 2/21/2007 2/22/2007 1/23/2007 1/24/2007 1.65 1.92 2/23/2007 1/25/2007 1.53 9.84 2/26/2007 1 /26/2007 1.93 7.34 2/28/2007 2.89 1 /29/2007 1.56 6.73 1 /30/2007 1.28 6.8 1 /31 /2007 6.76 1.62 Re: Cove Key WWT system review Subject: Re: Cove Key WWT system review From: John Earnhardt <EarnhardtJ@worldnet.att.net> Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2007 11:29:33 -0400 To: Peggy Finley <peggy.fmley@ncmail.net> Peggy, Thanks. If you need to send the report to the President of the HOA that's Andy Leeds, 122 S. Cove Key Lane, Mooresville, NC 28117. I am the HOA Board member (3 total) who deals with WWT issues. My address is 103 N. Cove Key Lane, Mooresville, NC 28117. We are already working to understand our issues and achieve adequate operational controls. John Earnhardt Peggy Finley wrote: The report will be sent to you as president of the association TWC. You should find the spreadsheet attached. Peggy I will also copy John Earnhardt wrote: Peggy, thanks for your time. The discussions and actions will be very helpful to assure that we operate within permit parameters and operate the system in an effective say. I meant to ask if your report will come to the Community, TCW or CSI, the management company. I either case, I would appreciate a copy and also a copy of your very helpful spreadsheet summarizing recent performance compared to permit limitations. Email is fine if that's easiest for you. Thank you. John Earnhardt, Cove Key Facility Board of Directors 1 of 1 7/31/2007 10:13 AM -9 + State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Coleen H. Sullins, Director 16V;!W'A "74 NCDENR NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION GENERAL INFORMATION City/Town/Owner: Cove Key Assoc., Inc. County: Iredell Permit # WQ 0023580 Project Name: Cove Key Townhomes Issuance Date: 11/15/06 Expiration Date: 11/30/09 Permittee Contact: John Earnhardt Telephone No. 704/987-1612 ORC: Tim Bannister Reason for Inspection ROUTINE COMPLAINT X FOLLOW-UP OTHER Type of inspection X Surface Irrigation Other Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages) This inspector met with the John Earnhardt and Tim Bannister to review the progress that has been made in bringing the system into compliance. A physical adjustment to the treatment train has corrected the turbidity problem. The other parameters are coming into compliance. Tim provided the missing monitoring data that was available. Is a follow-up inspection necessary yes X no Inspector Name/Title Peggy Finley, Environmental Specialist Tel. No. 704/235-2183 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection: 11/15/07 I MISSING COMPLIANCE DATA Cove Key No daily values being reported for settleable matter No daily turbidity recorded — report highest daily value July report: no tri-annual sampling (NO3, TDS, TOC, chloride, pH) recorded May — no sampling reported at all except pH Bradford Crossing No effluent monitoring recorded for July No GW-59s submitted for Feb or June The Point No daily values reported for settleable matter July report: no tri-annual sampling reported Bi-monthly sampling incomplete for June, July, August (sampled only once a month) State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary Coleen H. Sullins, Director NCDENR NON -DISCHARGE COMPLIANCE INSPECTION SURFACE IRRIGATION - GENERAL INFORMATION City/Town/Owner: Cove Key Association, Inc Permit # W00023580 Issuance Date: 11/15/06 Permittee Contact: John Earnhardt ORC Name: Terry Thomas Cert #WW2-988322 & SI/988699 Backup ORC Name: Tim Bannister Cert # WW2-24666 & SI/23910 Reason for Inspection X ROUTINE COMPLAINT County: Iredell Project Name: Cove Key Townhomes@ Lake Norman Expiration Date: 11/30/09 Telephone No.: 704/987-1612 Telephone No.: 704/821-8841 Telephone No FOLLOW-UP 704/821-8841 OTHER Inspection Summary: (additional comments may be included on attached pages) The required components of the treatment system are operational but a review of the effluent monitoring data indicates that the limits for BOD5, NH3-N TSS, fecal coliform and turbidity have, at various times, not been met. The system is underutilized. An evaluation needs to be conducted in order to determine how to bring it into compliance. The application fields are in good condition. Is a follow-up inspection necessary yes X no Inspector Name/Title: Peggy Finley, Environmental Specialist Tel. No. 704/235-2183 Fax No. 704/663-6040 Date of Inspection: 7/20/07 Permit #WQ0023580 Page 2 Tvpe Activated Sludge Spray, low rate Activated Sludge Drip, low rate Lagoon Spray, Low Rate X Lagoon Drip, Low Rate Treatment Y Are treatment facilities consistent with those outlined in the current permit. Y Do all treatment units appear to be operational. If no, note below. Treatment Lagoon (5-Day Upset Pond) Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) _N_ Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank _Y_ Liner (if visible,. is it intact) —NA—Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) _ _Staff gauge (clearly marked) _N_Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) —N—Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) _N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) _N_ Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) NA Aerators/mixers operational (if present) N Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Influent pump station Y All pumps present, operational Bypass structure present Bar screen, maintained Free of excessive debris Bars evenly spaced Bars excessively corroded Back-up power Flow Measurement — Influent Is flowmeter calibrated annually? Is flowmeter operating properly? Does flowmeter operate continuously? Does flowmeter record flow? Does flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Flow Measurement — Water -Use Records Y Is water use metered? Are the daily average values properly calculated? Permit #WQ0023580 Page 3 Disinfection _Y_ Is the system operational? _Y_ Is the system properly maintained? Tablets Gas Liquid _X_ UV If tablets, proper size? Present in Cylinder(s)? If gas/liquid, does cylinder/tank storage seem safe? —Y—If bulbs, are replacement bulbs on hand? Y Is contact chamber free of sludge, solids and growth? Comments: Flow Measurement — Effluent Is the flowmeter calibrated annually? Y Is the flowmeter operating properly? Does the flowmeter monitor continuously? Y _ Does the flowmeter appear to monitor accurately? Effluent Storaae X LAGOON SEPTIC TANK(s) ABOVE GROUND TANK OTHER Number of months storage Spill control plan on site Above ground tank Aerated Mixed In ground tank Aerated Mixed Comment: Storage Lagoon Check any/all that apply Y Influent structure (free of obstructions) N Banks/berms (are there signs of seepage, overtopping, down cutting or erosion) _N _ Vegetation (is there excessive vegetation on the lagoon bank Y Liner (if visible, is it intact) NA _Baffles/curtains (in need of repair) Y Freeboard (>2 feet from overtopping) Staff gauge (clearly marked) _N Evidence of overflow (vegetation discolored or laying down/broken) _N_ _Unusual color (very black, textile colors) N Foam (are antifoam agents used) _N Floating mats (sludge, plants, inorganics) _N _ Excessive solids buildup (from bottom) NA Aerators/mixers operational (if present) Y Effluent structure (free of obstructions, easily accessible) Permit #WQ0023580 Residuals NA storage/treatment Disposal (final end use) Y Is the application equipment present and operational? _Y*_ Is application equipment in need repair? —NA—Spray heads calibrated this past year? Y Are cover crops the type specified in permit? _N_ Is cover crop in need of improvement? _N_ Signs of runoff? _N_ Signs of ponding? Comments: * one section of irrigation tubing was observed to be leaking Y Are buffers adequate? Y Is the acreage specified in the permit being utilized? N Are there any limiting slopes in disposal fields? NA Are restrictions for use of these areas specified? Y Is permit being followed? N Is there evidence of runoff or drift? Y Is site access restricted in accordance with permit? Recordkeeping Page 4 NE Is permit available upon request? Y Are flow rates less than permitted flow? Y Are monitoring reports present: NDMR _ NDAR Y Are operational logs present? _ Complete? Y Are lab sheets available for review? Y Do lab sheets support data represented on NDMR or NDAR? _Y_ Are all samples analyzed for the required parameters? NA Are there any 2L GW quality violations? NA Are annual soil reports available? —NE _Is the operation and maintenance manual present? Complete? N Has DWQ received any complaints regarding the facility in the last 12 months? Comment: Groundwater Monitoring NA Does the permit require monitoring wells? If so, are the monitoring wells properly installed according to the permit? are the wells properly identified? are the wells damaged? NE = not examined Cove Key Subject: Cove Key From: Peggy Finley <Peggy.Finley@ncmail.net> Date: Thu, 07 Jul 2005 10:05:43 -0400 To: bryan@drgrp.com Hey Bryan: I wanted to touch base with you to see if the drip system at Cove Key was in operation yet. Our database system is waving red flags because it hasn't received the NDARs and NDMRs required by the permit but it's only an issue if the system is in use. Thanks Peggy Peggy.Finley@ncmail.net North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources Div. of Water Quality - Aquifer Protection Section Iredell County Government Center 610 E Center St., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 Ph: (704) 235-2183 Fax: (704) 663-6040 1 of 1 7/7/2005 10:06 AM