NC0030996_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 1/5/2021

NCDENiR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
August 24' 2011.
CERTIFIED MAIL: 7002 3150 0003 7052 4160
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Asheville, NC 28805
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION: NOV-2011-TX-0034
Whole Effluent Toxicity. (WET) Testing
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This is to inform you that a review of your toxicity :self -monitoring report forms for June, 2011 indicates violations of the toxicity
limitation specified in your NPDES Permit.
You should take whatever remedial actions are necessary to eliminate the conditions causing the effluent toxicity violation(s). Your
efforts may include conducting a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE), a site -specific study designed to identify the causative agents
of effluent toxicity, isolate the sources of toxicity, evaluate the effectiveness of toxicity control options, and confirm reductions in
effluent toxicity. Please be aware that North Carolina General Statutes provide for assessment of civil penalties for violations of
NPDES permit limitations and requirements.
The reverse side of this Notice contains important information concerning your Whole Effluent Toxicity'Monitoring and Reporting
Requirements. Please note appropriate mailing addresses for submitting your Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and Aquatic
Toxicity (AT) Test Forms. We encourage you to review this information; if it would be helpful to discuss this situation or possible
solutions to resolve effluent toxicity noncompliance, please contact Mr. John Giorgino with this office at (919) 743- 8441.
,rin, ere y, , p Q
Cindy Mo e
Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit
cc: Roger Edwards- Asheville Regional Office
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Aquatic Toxicology Unit
Central Files
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: http:llh2o.enr.state.nc.uslesbl
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and reporting
information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity testing and reporting
requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity testing requirement, please contact Mr.
John Giorgino with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report forms are
appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data isa dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the appropriate
parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period
(eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of.any
single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at least two multiple
concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as can be completed will be
accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any single quarterly test, you
may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity testing per the Division's WET enforcement
initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity testing must
be conducted during these months).
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you must provide
written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six months of the calendar
year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental Sciences
Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when follow-up testing will
occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the information block
located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the month/year of the subject report.
You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which have not
received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the. AT form. The AT form must also be
signed by the performing lab supervisor. '
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your toxicity test
results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
October 31, 2016
Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
The Switzerland Inn
Permit No: NCO030996
McDowell County
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the inspection conducted on
'October 24, 2016. The facility appeared to be in compliance with permit NC0030996.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for detailed observations and comments. If you or your staff
have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enc. Inspection Report
cc: Bobby Kramer, ORC (e-copy)
MSC 1617-Central Files -Basement
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State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
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828 296 4500

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Form Approved.
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Water C;ompliance Inspection Report
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Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data "System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN I 2 15 I 3 I NCO030996 11.1 121 16/10/24 I17 18 i CJ 19 I! I 20I I
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Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ------------Reserved--------
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Section B: Facility Data _
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:00PM 16/10/24
15/04/01
The Switzerland Inn
226a Blue Ridge Pkwy
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Little Switzerland NC 28749
03:00PM 16/10/24
19/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)rFitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Gary Jensen,PO Box 399 Little Switzerland NC 28749//828-765-2153/ Contacted
Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance N Records/Reports
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Ma __ gt Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date.
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (Cont.) 1
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Section D.' Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Inspector, Linda Wiggs, met onsite with the Owner, Gary Jensen, and the ORC, Bobby Kramer.
Several chambers of the grease'trap and the septic tank were observed. ' An evaluation of the floating
scum/grease and settled solids levels need to be performed on all tanks and their associated .
chambers to determine pumping needs. The facility closes for the winter, giving ample opportunity for
maintenance needs. The owner stated this year he would like to seal select chambers in the tanks for
maintenance. He also stated that the two dosing bells had recently been replaced.
The sand in the sand filter was replaced —5 years ago. The distribution lines are repaired/replaced
regularly/annually as needed. r
The chlorine contact chamber will need solids removed this winter. It also needs to be considered for
structural improvements. The most notable areas observed were the corroded weir and the cinder
block sides. The cinder block sides are not contiguous allowing for stormwater and associated
debris/soils to be carried. into the chamber during rain events. We also discussed the level of chlorine
tablets in. comparison to the de -chlorination tablets with regard to possible toxic effects and refining the
usage based on some process control TRC readings.
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Permit: NCO030996 Owner -Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 10/24/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No. NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? M. ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex:' MLSS, MCRT, Settleable ❑ ❑ M ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge' Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
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Is the facility as described in the permit?
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Record Keeping
Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
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Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
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Are analytical results consistent with'data reported on'DMRs? _
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Is the chain -of -custody complete?
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Dates, times and location of sampling
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Name of individual performing the sampling
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Results of analysis and calibration
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Dates of analysis
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Name of person performing analyses
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Transported COCs -
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Are DMRs completeAo they include all permit parameters?
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Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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(If the,facility is = or> 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator
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Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
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Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
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Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or -greater than the facility classification?
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Permit: NCO030996 Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 10/2412016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keepinq Yes No NA NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Comment:
Grease Removal Yes No NA NE
# Is automatic grease removal present? M❑ ❑ ❑
Is grease removal operating properly? E ❑ ❑ ❑ .
Comment: Large -grease trap is in use.'The owner and ORC state grease is not an issue at the
sandfilter.
Septic Tank
(if pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: An evaluation of the floatinq scum/grease and settled solids levels need to be performed on
all tanks and their associated chambers to determine pumping needs.
See summary.
Sand Filters (Low rate)
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
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Is sand filter free of ponding?
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
Comment: A distribution box is present but has not been used in years according to owner.
Sand was replaced — 5 years ago.
Distribution. lines are replace regularly. —1-2 years.
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or'sludge buildup?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NC0030996 Owner -Facility:
The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 10/24/2016 Inspection Type:
Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes No NA NE
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
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Comment: Contact chamber had —6" of buildup.
See summary.
De -chlorination
Yes "No NA NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
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Is the feed. ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Comment: Two tubes of de -chlorination in use to one tube chlorination.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
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Number of tubes in use?
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Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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United States Environmental Protection'Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C.20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 2 15 1 3 I NCO030996 111 121 16/10/21 ' J17 18 ICI 19 I s i 201 I.
2111111111111111l11.11111111111111111111=I 11L166
Inspection
Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 61 QA -- — — — Reserved--------------
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70 I_ 71 I j 72 LLJ I I I ti j 73 I I74 7511 1 1 1 1 1 1 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:00PM 16/10/21
15/04/01
The Switzerland Inn
226a Blue Ridge Pkwy
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Little Switzerland NC 28749
03:OOPM 16/10/21.
19/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)aitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Gary Jensen,PO Box 399 Little Switzerland NC 28749//828-765-2153/ — - .
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Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance E Records/Reports
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs ARO WQ//828 296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form, 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
31 NCO030996 111 121 16/10/21 117 18 I C
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional l sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: NCO030996 Owner -Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 10/21/2016 Inspection Type: Corripliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
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application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
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Is access to the plant site restricted to the.general public?
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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Comment:
Record Keeping
Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required information readily available, complete -and current?
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Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
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Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters? ,
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Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? /Y A
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(if the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator /
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Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
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Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
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Permit: NC0030996 Owner -Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 10/21/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Grease Removal
# Is automatic grease removal present? �10/v '✓j.'
Is grease removal operating properly? /
Comment:
Septic Tank
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational? /./A
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule? y /�
Are um s or syphons operating properly? (�,eJj)"�
Are high and low water alarms operating properly? NA
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
Sand Filters (Low rate) _ _ _ , Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the distribution box level and watertight? �r" t '�`, / ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sand filter free of ponding? 1 ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? 1 El ❑ ❑
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# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1) ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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Disinfection -Tablet !/ Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?y 1/ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type? l ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Number of tubes in use?,
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? /VE ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? �� Gv^ L� .�/U❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? // ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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Permit: NC0030996 Owner -Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 10/21/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
De -chlorination
Yes
No NA NE
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
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# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
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Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?/
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?�
Comment:
Effluent Pipe I Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? "Y ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? )/ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Ken Deaver
KACE Environmental, Inc.
2905 Wood Rd
Mooresboro, NC 28114
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
March 5, 2015
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Class WW-1
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on January
14, 2015.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 15013of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
. Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you
have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919) 807-
6391.
rote ely,
S. Jay Zimmerman, ]
Division of Water Re
cc: CentraLEiles
"Asheville Regional Office
NPDES Unit
Mr. Gary Jensen / The Switzerland Inn [P.O. Box 399, Little Switzerland, NC
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Division of Water Resources
APR - 6 2015
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
28749-0399]
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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Permit NC0030996
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143=215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gary Jensen
is hereby authorized to discharge treated domestic wastewater from a facility located at
The Switzerland Inn
86 High Ridge Road
Little Switzerland
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek in the
Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements,
and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective April 1, 2015.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2019.
ti
Signed this day March 5, 2015
� ay Zimmerman, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NCO030996
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVED, SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked.
As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective.
Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit
conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Gary Jensen is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of the
following treatment units:
• Two grease traps [2500 gallons each]
• Septic tank [10,000 gallons]
• Dosing tank [3000 gallons]
• 10,000-GPD single -pass sand filter
• Tablet chlorination & chlorine contact chamber
• Tablet dechlorination system
The facility is located near Little Switzerland on High Ridge Road at The
Switzerland Inn in McDowell County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified
on the attached map through outfall 001 into an unnamed tributary to Buchanan
Creek, currently classified C-HQW waters in Hydrologic Unit 03050101 in the
Catawba River Basin.
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Permit NCO030996
PartI .___ - _•.- ...., ..:.,:., �� -- - - ......,s
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B.0400 et sdq., 15A NCAC 02B.0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall
be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
Parameter: ,;.
;• Limits
MonitonngRequirerents
[PCS Code];, �:
Average
Daily?`Maximum
`Measurement ',;;Sample
Type
Sample ;
z
;Monthly
Frequency
_
__Location_ 2
Flow
[50050]
0.01 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent Effluent r
BOD, 5-day, 20°C
[003101
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
[00530]
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3-N
[00610]
2/1VIonth
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform [31616]
(geometric mean
200/ 100ml
400/ 100m1
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
[003001
Minimum daily average > 5.0 mg/L
—
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
[00300]
Weekly
Grab
U & D
Temperature
[00010]
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
[000101
Weekly
Grab
U & D
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) 3
50060]
17 pg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Chronic Toxicity3
[TGP3B]
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
pH
[004001
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
— —
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting
discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (3)].
2. U: at least 100 feet upstream from the outfall. D: at least 300 feet downstream from the outfall.
3. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including field
certified. However, effluent values < 50 µg/l will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
4. Chronic Toxicity (Ceriodaphnia) at 90% with testing in March, June, September, and December (see A.
(2.)).
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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Permit NCO030996
F
A. (2) CHR,ONIC TOXI6-7Y'7PERMIT LIMIT (Quarterly) -, `' V°
[15A NCAC 02B.0500 et seq.]
i t
The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality
to Ceriodaphnia dubia at an effluent concentration of 90%.
The permit holder shall perform at a minimum, quarterly monitoring using test procedures outlined in the
"North Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised December 2010, or
subsequent versions or "North Carolina Phase II .Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -
December 2010) or subsequent versions. The tests will be performed during the months of March, June,
September, and December. These months signify the first month of each (three-month) toxicity testing
quarter assigned to the facility. Effluent sampling for this testing must be obtained during representative
effluent discharge and shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all
treatment processes.
If the test procedure performed as the first test of any single quarter results in a failure or ChV
below the permit limit, then multiple -concentration testing shall be performed at a minimum, in
each of the two following months as described in "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole
Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -December 2010) or subsequent versions.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the months in which tests were performed, using the parameter code TGP3B
for the pass/fail results and THP313 for the Chronic Value. Additionally, DWR Form AT-3 (original) is to be
sent to the following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Resources
Water Sciences Section/Aquatic Toxicology Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Water Sciences Section no later than 30 days
after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete, accurate, include all supporting chemical/physical measurements and all
concentration/response data, and be certified by laboratory supervisor and ORC or approved designate
signature. Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine
is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is
required, the permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test -form
indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the
notation of "No Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Water Sciences
Section at the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, monitoring
will be required during the following month. Assessment of toxicity compliance is based on the toxicity
testing quarter, which is the three month time interval that begins on the first day of the month in which
toxicity testing is required by this permit arid continues until the final day of the third month.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of
Water Resources indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and
modified to include alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
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NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in th�`�cited'do` u,u ent, such as minimum control
organism survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall
constitute an invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the
last day of the month following the month of the initial monitoring.
A. (3) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then
permittees must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The
Division anticipates that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of
this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B: (11.) Signatory Requirements
• 'Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5) (a)]
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall
begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DVVWs Electronic
Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month
and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to
enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time
that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting
Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to
the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by
printing, signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer -printed eDMR
to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the
facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have
broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements
may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1,
1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be
submitted to the mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be
submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the
date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers
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— F shall• be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereup&n l�xgire. - At such time, DMRs shall bey s1La .j v1:r. r:
submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is granted a
new temporary waiver by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements is found on the following web page:
http://portal. ncdenr. org/web/wq/adminibog/ipu/edmr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month
following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month
following the commencement of discharge.
2. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and supersedes Section B.
11. d
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in
Part II, Section B. (11.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in
Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority
for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR
user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North
Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please
visit the following web page:
http://portal. ncdenr. ory/web/wq/adminibog/i-ou/edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall
make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my
direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel
properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or
persons 'who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the
information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate,
and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)]
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR
submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from
the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40
CFR 122.411.
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NCO030996 - The Switzerland Inn
Latitude: 350 50' 56" Longitude: 820 05' 23"
USGS Quad: Little Switzerland, N.C.
Stream Class: C-HQW
Receiving Stream: Unnamed Tributary to Buchanan Creek
Sub -Basin: 03-08-30 Hydrologic Unit Code: 63050101
Facility
Location_
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater, discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions 'also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply_
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part H.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Si ng atory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certij�, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]: .
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):.
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part H.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream; body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.nedenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.411.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering , -
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40. CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215. 1 (b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part H.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.S and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(l)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours;,or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for -in NCGS 143-
215. 1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels';
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the.system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the defmitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
.Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW. .
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR. 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause' Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment ProSrams
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.441. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable. Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]'.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which sununarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtQ is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all_SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment.
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
- The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs,, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permitted's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903 (b)(34),.0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results; along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
1.3. Pretreatment. Program Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION'
Tracking Number: NOV-2016-MV-0003
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the August 2015 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below:
Monitoring Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Monitoring
Date Frequency Type of Violation
001 Effluent Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N) - 8/31/2015 2 X month Frequency Violation
Concentration (C0610)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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Director,
December- 17, 2015
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O.. Box 399
- - Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2015-MV-0137
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland_ Inn's WWTP'monitoring report for July 2015 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Violation
Frequency
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N)
07/31/2015
2 X / Month
Failure to Monitor
- Concentration
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem.
Sincethe comments section on .the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate
explanation for the subject :violation, -it is not requested that a response be submitted.
The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any
additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate
to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water.Quality Regional Operations, NCDEQ
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Permit NCO030996
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gary Jensen
is hereby authorized to discharge treated domestic wastewater from a facility located at
The Switzerland Inn
86 High Ridge Road
Little Switzerland
McDowell County.
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary. to Buchanan Creek in the
Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements,
and other -conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2019.
Signed this day
Thomas A. Reeder; Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit NCO030996
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked.
As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective.
Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit
conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Gary Jensen is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of the
following treatment units:
• Two grease traps [2500 gallons each]
• Septic tank [10,000 gallons]
• Dosing tank [3000 gallons]
• 10,000-GPD single -pass sand filter
• Tablet chlorination & chlorine contact chamber
• Tablet dechlorination system
The facility is located near Little Switzerland on High Ridge Road at The
Switzerland Inn in McDowell County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified
on the attached map through outfall' 001 into an unnamed tributary to Buchanan
Creek, currently classified C-HQW waters in Hydrologic Unit 03050101 in the
Catawba River Basin.
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Permit NCO030996
Part I
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B.0400 et seq., 15A NCAC 02B.0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of this, permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall
be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
Parameter 9
> ...- ,Limits . ° ..
Monitorin Re uiremenit:
:Monthly Average;
Daily Maximum-, :
Measurement -
-.Sample Type:;
: Sample .,
[PCS.Code]
Frequency:
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�Locat�on2
Flow
[500501
0.01 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influenfor
Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 20°C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[00310]
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[005301
NH3-N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
[00610]
Fecal Coliform [31.616]
200/ 100m1
400/ 100m1
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
(geometric mean
Dissolved Oxygen
Minimum daily average > 5.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00300
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
U & D
[003001
Temperature
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
00010
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
U & D
[000101
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) 3
17 Ng/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
50060
Chronic Toxicity3
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
[TGP3B]
pH
[00400]
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
— —
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:.
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting
discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (3)].
2. U: at least 100 feet upstream from the outfall. D: at least 300 feet downstream from the outfall.
3. The,facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NO certified laboratory including field
certified. However, effluent values < 50 µg/1 will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
4. Chronic Toxicity (Ceriodaphnia) at 90% with testing in March, June, September, and December (see A.
(2))•
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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Permit NCO030996
A. (2) CHRONIC TOXICITY PERMIT LIMIT (Quarterly)
[15A NCAC 02B.0500 et seq.]
The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality
to Ceriodaphnia dubia at an effluent concentration of 90%.
The permit holder shall perform at a minimum, quarterly monitoring using test procedures outlined in the
"North Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic, Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised December 2010, or
subsequent versions or "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -
December 2010) or subsequent versions. The tests will be performed during the months of March, June,
September, -and December. These months signify the first month of each (three-month) toxicity testing
quarter assigned to the facility. Effluent sampling for this testing must be obtained during representative
effluent discharge and shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all
treatment processes.
If the test procedure performed as the first test of any single quarter results in a failure or ChV
below the permit limit, then multiple -concentration testing shall be performed at a minimum, in
each of the two following months as described in "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole
Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -December 2010) or subsequent versions.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the months in which tests were performed, using the parameter code TGP3B
for the pass/fail results and THP313 for the Chronic Value. Additionally, DWR Form AT-3 (original) is to be
sent to the following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Resources
Water Sciences Section/Aquatic Toxicology Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Water Sciences Section no later than 30 days
after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete, accurate, include all supporting chemical/physical measurements and all
concentration/response data, and be certified by laboratory supervisor and ORC or approved designate
signature. Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine
is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is
required, the permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form
indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the
notation of "No Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Water Sciences
Section at the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, monitoring
will be required during the following month. Assessment of toxicity compliance is based on the toxicity
testing quarter, which is the three month time interval that begins on the first day of the month in which
toxicity testing is required by this permit and continues until the final day of the third month.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of
Water Resources indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and
modified to include alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control
organism survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall
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Permit NCO030996
constitute an invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the
last day of the month following the month of the initial monitoring.
A. (3) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then
permittees must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The
Division anticipates that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of
this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Repoiting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)1
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall
begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's Electronic
Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month
and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to
enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time
that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPNs Cross -Media Electronic Reporting
Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to
the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by
printing, signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer -printed eDMR
to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service. Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the
facility -being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have
broadband access, then a temporary waiver.from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements
may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1,
1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be
submitted to the mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be
submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the
date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers
shall be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be
submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is granted a
new temporary waiver by the Division.
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Permit NC0030996
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements is found on the following web page:
http://portal.ncdenr. org/web/wa/admin/bog/ipu/edmr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day.of the month
following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month
following the commencement of discharge.
2. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and supersedes Section B.
11. d
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in
Part II, Section B. (11.)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in
Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority
for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR
user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North
Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please
visit the following web page:
http://i)ortal.ncdenr. ory/web/wq/admin[boy/ipu/edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall
make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my
direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel
properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or
persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the
information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate,
and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)]
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR
submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from
the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40
CFR 122.411.
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Ken Deaver
KACE Environmental, Inc.
2905 Wood Rd
Mooresboro, NC 28114
Dear'Mr. Deaver:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
January 14, 2015
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit NC003O996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Class WW-1
McDowell County
The Division has reviewed your request to renew the subject permit on behalf of the Permittee. Please
review this draft carefully to ensure your thorough understanding of the information, conditions, and
requirements it contains.
The draft permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit:
➢ Section A. (3) has been added to require electronic submission of effluent data. Proposed Federal
regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs). The proposed
regulations specify that if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals permittees
must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
➢ Toxicity testing requirements have been updated in section A. (2).
➢ Parameter codes have been added to section A. (1) to simplify data entry on DMR forms.
With this notification, the Division will solicit public comment on this draft permit by publishing a notice in
newspapers having circulation in the general McDowell County area, per EPA requirements. Please
provide your comments, if any, to me no later than 30 days after receiving this draft permit.
Following the 30-day public comment period, the Division will review all pertinent comments and take
appropriate action prior to issuing a final permit. If you have questions concerning the draft, please contact
me at the telephone number or e-mail address listed at the bottom of this page.
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: www•ncwaterquality.org
[e-mail]
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FACT SKEET FOR EXPEDITED PERMIT RENEWALS
This form must be completed by Permit Writers for all expedited permits which do not require
full Fact Sheets. Expedited permits are generally simple 100% domestics (e.g., schools, mobile
home parks, etc) that can be administratively renewed with minor changes, but can include
facilities with more complex issues (Special Conditions, 303(d) listed water, toxicity testing,
instream monitoring, compliance concerns).
Basic Information for Expedited Permit Renewals
Permit Writer/Date
Charles H. Weaver 1/12/2015
Permit Number
NCO030996
Facility Name
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Basin Name/Sub-basin number
03-08-30
Receiving Stream
UT Buchanan Creek
Stream Classification in Permit
C-HQW
Does permit need Daily Max NH3 limits?
N / A — tox test instead of ammonia limits
Does permit need TRC limits/language?
No — already present
Does permit have toxicity testing?
Yes. One failure in 2012, one in 2013. All
other tests were passed.
Does permit have Special Conditions?
No
Does permit have instream monitoring?
Dissolved oxygen and temperature
Is the stream impaired (on 303(d) list)?
For what parameter?
No
Any obvious compliance concerns?
No. Two enforcements in 2011, no others
during permit cycle. Sporadic monitoring
violations but minimal limit violations.
Any permit modifications since last permit?
None.
New expiration date
12/31/2019
Comments on Draft Permit
➢ Added regulatory citations
➢ Added eDMR requirements
➢ Added parameter codes
Most Commonly Used Expedited Language:
• 303(d) language for Draft/Final Cover Letters: "Please note that the receiving stream
is listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina 303(d) Impaired Waters List.
Addressing impaired waters is a high priority with the Division, and instream data will
continue to be evaluated. If there is noncompliance with permitted effluent limits and
stream impairment can be attributed to your facility, then mitigative measures may be
required".
• TRC language for Compliance Level for Cover Letters/Effluent Sheet Footnote:
"The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory
including field certified. However, effluent values < 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for
compliance purposes."
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program's environmental impact. Disregard any content on the back of
this page.

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Attn: Ken Deaver
The Sitzerland Inn.
PO Box.399
Little, Switzerland NC 28749-0399
Dear Mr. Deaver:
Resources
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
July 08, 2014 0 I
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Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
OILIO ES Permit N_ CO030996
e . , i , e.1a ,
McDowell o
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on July 2, 2014. A member of the NPDES Unit
will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your permit
renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please con �
a er 19-807-6391.
Sincerely,
W re.+ti TkZot forol
Wren Thedford
Water Quality Permitting Section
cc: Central Files
Asheville.Regional==0ffce=�.=.-�
NPDES Unit
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JUL 1 1 2014.
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet:: www.ncwater.org
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KACE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
2905 Wood Rd
Mooresboro, NC 28114
June 30, 2014
NC DENR
Attn: NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Subject: NPDES Permit # NCO030996 Renewal
The Switzerland Inn
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
RECEIVEDIDENRIDWR
JUL A 2014
Water Quality
Permitting section
With this letter you will find a completed copy of the NPDES Permit Renewal Form for
The Switzerland Inn NPDES Permit # NCO030996 for your review and approval.
Should you need further information, or if you have any questions, please call or email us
and we will be happy to help.
Thank you,
'Famer
an er
nm ntal, Inc.
[phone]
[e-mail]
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JUL 1 1 2014
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.010 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.001 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.003 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes
►o
12. Effluent Data
NEW APPLICANTS: Provide, data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab
samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported,
report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
,RENEWAL APPLICANTS: Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over
the past 36 months for parameters currently in uour permit. Mark other parameters "N/A".
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODs)
40
28.5
mg/L
Fecal Coliform
17
17
#/ 100ml
Total Suspended Solids
13
9
mg/L
Temperature (Summer)
27
24.6
C
Temperature (Winter)
N/A
N/A
N/A
pH
8.4
7.8
Standard Units
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
NCO030996
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Ken Deaver Authorized Representative
Printed name of Person Signing Title
Si natu ; -of Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any, recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
wned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
astewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
❑
Number of Homes
School
❑
Number of Students/Staff
Other
®
Explain: Hotel
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
f
Hotel and restaurant.
Number of persons served: The hotel has 33 rooms, the number of persons served fluctuates:
5. Type of collection system
® Separate (sanitary sewer only)
6. Outfall Information:
❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? 0 Yes ® No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW applicants: Provide a map showing the exact location of each
outfall):
Buchanan Creek
S. Frequency, of Discharge: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: _
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
Plant is designed for 10,000 gallons per day at 85% removal. Plant components are:
10,000 gallon septic tank, 3,000 gallon dosing tank, 10,000 gallon per day single pass
sand filter bed, tablet chlorinator, chlorine contact chamber, -and tablet de -chlorination
system.
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Form-D 11/12

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit INCO030996
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up — down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
The Switzerland Inn
Facility Name
The Switzerland Inn
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 399
City
Little Switzerland
State / Zip Code
NC / 28749-0399
Telephone Number
[phone]
Fax Number
e-mail Address
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 226a Blue Ridge Parkway
City Little Switzerland
State / Zip Code NC / 28749
County McDowell
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name KACE Environmental, Inc.
Mailing Address 2905 Wood Road
City Mooresboro
State / Zip Code NC / 28114
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail Address [e-mail]
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Wiggs, Linda
From: Wiggs, Linda
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 10:07 AM
To: Weaver, Charles
Subject: RE: DRAFT permit renewal for NC0030996 / The Little Switzerland Inn
Attachments: Permit Review ARC) Comments January2015.doc
See attached for ARO comments and recommendation.
[e-mail]
Environmental Senior Specialist
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources - Water Quality Regional Operations
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Link to Division of Water Resources Home Page
http://Porta l.ncdenr.ore/web/wq
Notice: E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and
therefore may be disclosed to third parties.
,From: Weaver, Charles
Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2015 11:07 AM
To: Jimison, Kathy; Wiggs, Linda
Cc: rachael(ftaceinc.corn
Subject: DRAFT permit renewal for NC0030996 / The Little Switzerland Inn
Importance: High
This is a class WW-1 facility in McDowell County. Send me any comments by February 16th
Thanks,
CHW
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Annual Wastewater Treatment System Performance
Report
For
The Switzerland Inn
For the Operating Period
January through December, 2010----------------
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MAR 1 `1 2011
Preface
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE RE,=1O AL OFFICE
On July 20, 1999, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified.HOuse i11. 60- t�
Clean Water Act of 1999, which placed significant new reporting -requirements on those
entities that own or operate wastewater treatment and collection systems. Specific items
included:
1. A Spill Response Plan
2. Sewer Collection System Operation & Maintenance Plan
3. Annual Performance Report
These new requirements became effective October .1, 1999.
This report is designed to meet the minimum requirements for the Annual Performance
Report established by the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (DEHNR) as set forth in their. guidance document dated October 19, 1999.
This law was established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to
instill public confidence) in owners and operators of wastewater treatment systems and in
their efforts to protect.the waters of the state.
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FEB 2 5 2011

I. General Information
Facility/System Name
Responsible Entity:
Person(s) in Charge/Contact:
Applicable Permits:
The Switzerland Inn
Gary Jenson
Kace Environmental Inc.,
Operator of Responsible Charge (ORC)
NPDES # NCO030996
Description of Treatment Process, Collection System and Facilities Served:
Treatment Process — This system is a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant
consisting of the following treatment units: Septic tank, Dosing tank, Surface
sand filter, Tablet chlorination and Tablet dechlorination. The treated wastewater
is discharged into an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek classified GHQW
waters in the Catawba River Basin.
Facilities Served — The system serves the residential area known as The
Switzerland Inn.
H. Performance
January 2010 through May 2010,- All operating parameters were in compliance
with NPDES permit limits for these months.
June 2010 — Non -compliant. In the month of June, the system was out of
compliance due to the chlorine tablets bridging in the feeder creating an overfeed of
dechlorination, resulting in high BOD and fecal counts.
July 2010 — October 2010 — Non -compliant. During these months the system was
out of compliance due to the chlorine tablets bridging in the feeder creating an
overfeed of dechlorinator, resulting in high fecal counts.

- November 2010 and December 2010 — All operating parameters were in
compliance with NPDES permit limits for these two months.
The Switzerland Inn takes pride in our efforts to protect the local environment and
the high quality of the waters in the local streams.
M. Notification
A copy of this report is also available to interested persons from the offices of
The _Switzerland Inn
Little Switzerland, NC
[phone]
As required, three copies of this report are being provided to NCDWQ.
Readers who have a question or desire detailed information are invited to contact
The Switzerland Inn.
IV. Certification
I certify that under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best
of my knowledge.
&-la
n Deaver Date
Kace Environmental, Inc.
'This report prepared by:
Kace Environmental; Inc.
PO Box 63
Rutherfordton, NC 28139
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
November 28, 2012
CERTIFIED MAIL: 7007 1490 0004 5533 7032
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Asheville, NC 28749
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION: NOV-2012-TX-0070
Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Testing
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Dee Freeman
. Secretary
This is to inform you that a review of your•toxicity self -monitoring report forms for September 2012 indicates violations of the
toxicity limitation specified in your NPDES Permit. "
You should take whatever remedial actions are necessary to eliminate the conditions causing the effluent toxicity violation(s). Your
efforts may include conducting a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE), a site=specific study designed to identify the causative agents
of effluent toxicity, isolate the sources of toxicity, evaluate the effectiveness of toxicity control options, and confirm reductions in
effluent toxicity. Please be aware that North, Carolina General Statutes provide for assessment of civil penalties for violations of
NPDES permit limitations and requirements.
The reverse side of this Notice contains important information concerning your Whole Effluent Toxicity Monitoring and Reporting
Requirements. Please note appropriate mailing addresses for submitting your Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and Aquatic
Toxicity (AT) Test Forms. We encourage you to review this information; if it would be helpful to discuss this situation or possible
solutions to resolve effluent toxicity noncompliance, please contact Mr. John Giorgino with this office at (919) 743- 8441.
S' cerely
Cindy Moore
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Environmental Sciences Section WATER C%llA.LI TY SECTICh
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621�
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarollna
Internet: http:l/h2o.enr.state.nc.us1esb/ 11 %atumally
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and reporting
information. Please take time to review this information: The items below do not address or include all the toxicity testing and reporting
requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity testing requirement, please contact Mr.
John Giorgino with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report forms are
appropriately filed.
The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the appropriate
parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period
(eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any
single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at least two multiple
concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as can be completed will be
accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any single quarterly test, you
may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity testing per the Division's WET enforcement
initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity testing must
be conducted during these months).
➢ IPyour NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge. from January 1-June 30, then you must provide
written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six months of the calendar
year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental Sciences
Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when follow-up testing will
occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the information block
located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the month/year of the subject report.
You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which have not
received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT form must also be
signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢• To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your toxicity test
results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621 One I'
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh; North Carolina 27607 NOf thCarbli 1a
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: http:l/h2o.enr.state.nc.uslesb! Aatumlly
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
October 1, 2012
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland NC 28749
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Dee Freeman
Secretary
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
The Switzerland Inn
Permit No: NCO030996
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on September 18, 2012. The assistance of Mr. Ken Deaver and
you was greatly appreciated. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NC0030996.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at: 828-296-4500
Sinc ely,
Katherine Jimison
Chemistry Technician III
Enclosure
cc: Kenneth M Deaver, ORC
Central Files
Ashev"ille_s
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, INC 28778 One
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone] NorthCarolina
Internet: www.ncwaterouality.ong

United States Environmental Protection Agency
PP'EPA
Form Approved.
Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2 15 I 31 NCO030996 111 121 12/09/18 117 18 I C I 19101 20 IJ
Remarks
21L111IIIIIIII IIIIIIIII•IIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII1116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring- Evaluation Rating 61 QA - - --------------Reserved--------------
67I 169 701 I 711 I 72I N I 73I I f 74 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
The Switzerland Inn
10:55 AM 12/09/18
10/02/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
226a Blue Ridge Pkwy
Little Switzerland NC 28749
11:30 AM 12/09/18
14/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Tities(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Kenneth M Deaver/ORC/828-289-9380/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Gary Jensen,PO Box 399 Little Switzerland NC 28749//828-765-2153/ ContactedYes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Facility Site Review .
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Kathy Jimison ARO WQ//828-296-4500/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3 NCO030996 I11 12I 12/09/18 1 17 181 C1
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Mr. Ken Deaver and Mr. Gary Jensen assisted in the inspection of this facility.
The operator's log book was on -site and daily visits and activity were being noted.
The facility appears to be well operated and maintained.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO030996
Inspection Date: 09/18/2012
Operations & Maintenance
Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge D
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? D
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Is the facility as described in the permit? ■
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D
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Comment: Mr. Ken Deaver and Mr. Gary Jensen assisted in the inspection of this
facility.
Septic Tank
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
Comment:
Sand Filters (Low rate)
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present'and operational?
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
Is sand filter free of ponding?
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NC0030996 Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 09/18/2012 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment: Facility was not discharging at the time of this inspection.
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Yes No NA NE
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen K.-Sullins Dee -Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
November 29, 2011
Mr. Gary Jensen
Switzerland Inn
P.O.-Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Subject: Remission Request.of Civil Penalty Assessment
The Switzerland Inn
NPDES Permit NCO030996
Case Number(s) TX-2011=0008
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
This letter -is to acknowledge your request for remission of the civil penalties levied against the subject entity. Your
request will be placed on the agenda of the Director's next scheduled enforcement conference and you will be notified of
the result.
If you have any, questions about this matter, please, contact John.Giorgino-at (91.9) 743-8441 or me at (919).743-8442..
Scerely,
Cindy. Moore
Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit
cc: Chuck Cranford- Asheville Regional Office
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ATU Enforcement File
Central Files
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/esb/
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Ween H. Sullins
: Governor Director
November 29, 2011
Mr. Gary Jensen
Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Subject: Remission Request of Civil Penalty Assessment
The Switzerland Inn
NPDES Permit NC0030996 .
Case Number(s) TX-2011-0008
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
'This letter is to acknowledge your request for remission of.the civil penalties levied against the subject entity. Your -
request will be placed on- the agenda of the Director's -next scheduled enforcement conference and you will be, notified of
the result.
If you have any..questions about this matter, please contact John Giorgino at [phone] or me at (919) 743'-8442.
cc: Ch C"ranford= lsl evil. le-Regiorial`O ce_�
Jeff Menzel- Asheville Regional Office
ATU Enforcement File
Central Files
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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
October 21, 2011
-CERTIFIED MAIL: 7007 0220 0001 4482 1299
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Asheville, NC 28749
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OCT 3 1 2011
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SUBJECT: Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of NC General Statute 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
TX 2011-0008
Dear Mr. Jensen:
This letter transmits a Civil Penalty assessment again Switzerland Inn WWTP in the amount of $ D �j
($ 1,006,60 civil penalty + $ t, � enforcement costs).
This assessment is based upon the following facts. A review of the facility's toxicity self -monitoring data from August,
'2911 has been conducted. The review has shown SWitzierlan'dIran WWTP to be iri violation of the-90.11% chronic toxicity
effluent discharge limitation found in NPDES Permit No. NC0030996. The facility's toxicity self -monitoring reports for
June through August revealed the following effluent toxicity permit limit violations.
June 7, 2011 Fail (7 day P/F) non -compliant
July 5, 2011 >100% (7 day chronic value) compliant
August 2, 2011 <45 % (7 day chronic value) non -compliant
August 9, 2011 >100% (7 day chronic value) cornpliant
The average chronic value for the quarter (81.66%) is less than the chronic limit for the facility (90.0%).
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: http:llh2o.enr.state.nc.us/esb/
NortliCarolina
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Based upon the above fact(s), I conclude as a matter of law that Switzerland Inn WWTP violated the terms, conditions or
requirements of NPDES Permit No. NCO030996 and N.C.G.S 143-215.l(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown above.
A civil penalty in accordance with the maximum established by N.C.G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), may be assessed against a
person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by N.C.G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary
of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, 1, Cindy
Moore, Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Switzerland Inn
WWTP.
$ For ofy violation(s) of G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) and NPDES
Permit o. NC0030996, by discharging waste into the waters of the State in
violation of the facility's permit effluent limit for chronic toxicity for June 7,
2011.
For _ of Z__ violation(s) of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES
Permit No. NC0030996, by discharging waste into the waters of the State in
violation of the facility's permit effluent limit for chronic toxicity for August
2, 2011.
$ (f • 0 Enforcement costs.
$ -� �' s- I TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact
and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which The Environmental
Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/esb/
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Within thirty days receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include
waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose enforcement action for any continuing or new
violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Point Source Branch
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred
or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment
document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a
request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a
stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed
statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the
Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request
will be approved, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
(3) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations-,
(5) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions.
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 2760.7
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1.877-623-6748
Internet: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/esb/
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Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The
Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in
the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for
payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee
on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that
was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you
prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this
notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for
Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Environmental Sciences Section
Division of Water Quality
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
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3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with
the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when
it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays.
The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may
be faxed - provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within
five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing -address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Telephone [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] t FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: http:11h2o.enr.state.nc.us1esbl
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A copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows:
Ms. Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number- (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal
date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for
collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations
that occur after the review period of this assessment.
Please be advised that any continuing violation(s) may be the subject of a new enforcement action, including an additional
penalty. If you have any questions about this civil penalty assessment, please contact Mr. John Giorgino at 919-743-8441
or me at 919-743-8442.
Date Cindy Moore
Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit
ATTACHMENTS
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Point Source Branch. File w/attachments
John Giorgino -Aquatic Toxicology Unit w/attachments
Central Files w/attachmments
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: http:/ih2o.enr.state.nc.us/esb/
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ATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF MCDOWELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
S WITZERLAND INN
NPDES PERMIT NO. NCO030996
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Having been assessed civil penalties totaling
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS .
TX-2011-0008
forth in the assessment document of the Director of the Division of Water Quality dated
for violation(s) as set
, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalties, does hereby waive the right to an
administrative hearing in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the
assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission
of this civil penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Quality within 30 days of receipt
of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after 30 days
from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the day of , 2011.
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: TX-2011-0008
Assessed Party: Switzerland Inn
Permit No. (if applicable): NCO030996
County: McDowell
Amount Assessed: S
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of
Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that
you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating
your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to
consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the
amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for
contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements
contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c),
remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors
applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed
explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach
additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more' of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b)
were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in
the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future
occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i. e:, explain why the
violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing
the activities necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

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North Carolina Department of Env�®ironment and Natural
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H, Sullins
Governor Director
August 24, 2011
CERTIFIED MAIL: 7002 3150 0003 7052 4160
RETURN RECEIPT. REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Asheville, NC 28805
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION: NOV-2011-TX-0034
Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Testing
NPDES Permit No. NC0030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Resources
Dee Freeman
. Secretary
This is to inform you that a review of your toxicity self=monitoring report forms for June, 2011 indicates violations of the toxicity
limitation specified in your NPDES Permit.
You should take whatever remedial actions are necessary to eliminate the conditions causing the effluent toxicity violation(s). Your
efforts may include conducting a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE), a site -specific study designed to identify the causative agents
of effluent toxicity, isolate the sources of toxicity, evaluate the effectiveness of toxicity control options, and confirm reductions in
effluent toxicity. Please be aware that North Carolina General Statutes provide for assessment of civil penalties for violations of
NPDES permit limitations and requirements.
The reverse side of this Notice contains important information concerning your Whole Effluent Toxicity Monitoring and Reporting
Requirements. Please note appropriate mailing addresses for submitting your Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and Aquatic
Toxicity (AT) Test Forms. We encourage you to review this information; if it would be helpful to discuss this situation or possible
solutions to resolve effluent toxicity noncompliance, please contact Mr. John Giorgino with this office at [phone].
cc: 4LZoger-Edwa ds- Asheville Regional Office
Jeff Menzel- Asheville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
Central Files
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Cindy Moo e
Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and reporting
information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity testing and reporting
requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity testing requirement, please contact Mr.
John Giorgino with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report forms are
appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the appropriate
parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period
(eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any
single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at least two multiple
concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as can be completed will be
accepted. If your NPDES permii does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any single quarterly test, you
may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity testing per the Division's WET enforcement
initiatives effective July I, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity testing must.
be conducted during these months).
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January I -June 30, then you must provide
written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six months of the calendar
year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental Sciences
Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when follow-up testing will
occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the information block
located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the month/year of the subject report.
You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which have not
received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the. AT form. The AT form must also be
signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your toxicity test
results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section. '
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4461 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: hftp:llh2o.enr.state.nc.uslesbl
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
October 21, 2011
CERTIFIED MAIL: 7007 0220 0001 4482 1237
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Asheville, NC 28749
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION: NOV-2011-TX-0043
Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) Testing
NPDES Permit No. NC0030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Resources
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This is to inform you that a review of your toxicity self -monitoring report forms for August 2, 2011 indicates violations of the toxicity
limitation specified in your NPDES Permit.
You should take whatever remedial actions are necessary to eliminate the conditions causing the effluent toxicity violation(s). Your
efforts may include conducting a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE), a site -specific study designed to identify the causative agents
of effluent toxicity, isolate the sources of toxicity, evaluate the effectiveness of toxicity control options, and confirm reductions in
effluent toxicity. Please be aware that North Carolina General Statutes provide for assessment of civil penalties for violations of
NPDES permit limitations and requirements.
The reverse side of this Notice contains important information concerning your Whole Effluent Toxicity Monitoring and Reporting
Requirements. Please note appropriate mailing addresses for submitting your Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and Aquatic
Toxicity (AT) Test Forms. We encourage you to review this information; if it would be helpful to discuss this situation or possible
solutions to resolve effluent toxicity noncompliance, please contact Mr. John Giorgino with this office at (919) 743- 8441.
cere ,
Cindy M ore `
Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit p
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Aquatic Toxicology Unit
Central Files
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] f Customer Service: 1.877-623-6748
Internet: hftp://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/esbl
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING'AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and reporting
information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity testing and reporting
requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity testing requirement, please contact Mr.
John Giorgino with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report forms are
appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the appropriate
parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period
(eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any
single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at least two multiple
concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as can be completed will be
accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any single quarterly test, you
may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity testing per the Division's WET enforcement
initiatives effective July 1, 1999.. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity testing must
be conducted during these months).
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you must provide
written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six months of the calendar
year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental Sciences
Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when follow-up testing will
occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the information block
located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the month/year of the subject report.
You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which have not
received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT form must also be
signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your toxicity test
results certified mail return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Location: 4401 Reedy Creek Road, Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet: http:/ih2o.enr.state.nc.uslesb/
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
September 12, 2013
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2013-MV-0096
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland Inn's WWTP monitoring report for June 2013 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Temperature, Water Deg. Centigrade
06/08/2013
2 X/ week
Failure to Monitor
Temperature, Water Deg. Centigrade
06/15/2013
2 X/ week
Failure to Monitor
Temperature, Water Deg. Centigrade
06/22/2013
2 X/ week
Failure to Monitor
[—Temperature, Water Deg. Centigrade
06/29/2013
2 X/ week
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above
parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt
of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this
office.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Resources may
pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any
questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4600.
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Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G.
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Section
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly.Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman
Governor
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Director
September 21, 2012
.Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2012-MV.-0078
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Secretary
A review of The Switzerland Inn's WWTP monitoring report for May 2012 showed the following.
violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Violation
Frequency .
Chlorine, Total Residual
05/12/2012
2 X/ Week
Failure to Monitor
Temperature, Water Deg.
05/12/2012
2 X/ Week
Failure to Monitor
Centigrade
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non=Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above
parameters were left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of
receipt of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to
this office.
A review of Switzerland Inn's DMRs has shown that they do not contain the required ten (10) days
between the sampling of parameters which are required to be sampled twice per month per your NPDES
permit. Part II, Section A. of your NPDES permit states: 2 / Month: Samples are collected twice per
month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. Please begin using the required
protocol on future DMRs.
Sincerely,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
ccDWQ Asheville -Files
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KACE Environmental/ ORC
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor . Director Secretary
November 18, 2011
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
7010 1870 0003 0875 4982
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143 -215. 1 (a)(6)
and NPDES Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Case No. LV-2011-0300
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $492.00
($350.00 civil penalty + $142.00 enforcement costs) against The Switzerland Inn.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by The Switzerland Inn for the month of May 2011. This
review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or
monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0030996. The violations which occurred in
May 2011 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that The Switzerland Inn violated the
terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO030996 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the
manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S.
143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms,
conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority__
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the
Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Chuck Cranford, Division of Water Quality Regional
Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against
The Switzerland Inn:
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Phone: [phone]\FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwateraualitv.om

1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$100.00
NC0030996, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD - Conc.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$250.00
NC0030996, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD - Conc.
$350.00
TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$142.00
Enforcement Costs
$492.00
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into
account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-
282. 1 (b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or
to private property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over
which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
attention of:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
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for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)
occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty
assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver ofyouur right to an administrative
hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please

a detailed statement that establishes wh ou believe the civil penalty should be
prepare Y Y p tY
remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In
determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be
considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your '
evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will
provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal
of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that
was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very
important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for
remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission
of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form
within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative
Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office ofAdministrative Hearings within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of
Administrative Hearings during normal office hours.' The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday beii a the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5 00 p.m., except for
official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an
attached file (with restrictions) -'provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a
filing fee is required by NCGS § 150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings
within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact
the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details
of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of
Administrative Hearings are as follows:

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Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows:
Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel
DENR
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as
evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being
referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action.
Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the
review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of
the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Chuck C ord, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section .
Asheville Regional Office
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JUSTIFICATION F6R REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2011-0300 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: The Switzerland Inn
Permit No.: NC0030996 Amount Assessed: $492.00
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the.violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282. 1 (c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies'(attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282. 1 (b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner, (the assessment factors are listed in the civil
penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i. e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
_ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF MCDOWELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
THE SWITZERLAND INN
PERMIT NO. NCO030996
DEPART9k OF ENVIRONMENT
'AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2011-0300
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $492.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 18, 2011, the undersigned,
desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing
in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document.
The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of
receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed
after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the day of 920.
SIGNATURE
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

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UNIT OF
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PENALTY
REPORT
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DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT
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Violator: The Switzerland Inn / NCO030996
( May 2011 MIR )
County: McDowell
Case Number: LV-2011-0300
ASSESSMENY FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the.amount of -the penalty I considered the factors
set out in G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to
private property resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max BOD exceeded the permit limit by 33.33%.
One Monthly Average BOD exceeded the permit limit by 38.33%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved could include the cost'ofincreased monitoring and
sampling of the BOD, the cost of running the blowers more often and increased
solids management.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which
the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been two civil penalty assessments in the twelve months prior to this
violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$142.00.
ate Chuck Cr ford, Regio al Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
11 /17/2011

EFFLUENT
NPDES PERMIT NO._NC0030996 DISCHARGE NO._004 MONTH May
FACILITY NAME The Switzerland Inn CLASS _I_ COUNTY.
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1)_Environmental Testing Solutions, Inc CERTIFICATION NO..
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
-
YEAR_2011
McDowell
_600
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC)_James Bridge"s? N FF;, , GRADEF. . CERTIFICATION NO. 994648
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES_James Bridges p }�' ORC PHONE [phone]�0
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED ��� `� Nqf n!)N' / SCiRGE FROM SITE * 0
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Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES x 6.1.2011
DMSION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE' CHARGE) - •_. DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617 ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially
threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the
permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
The plant received an unusually high organic loading causing the effluent BOD to be out of compliance. The two
grease traps on the system were pumped and cleaned on 5/27. Bi-Carb was also added to the septic tank to aid in
treatment ability. The next BOD sample taken the first week of June had a result of 26, showing the plant had
recovered and was in compliance.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision
in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons directly responsible
for gatl Bering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and
complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of
fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Gary Jenson
Permittee (Please print or type)
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Signature ofPermittee*** Date
(Required unless submitted electronically)
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
Hwy 226A Little Switzerland, NC 28249 828-765-8887 12/31/2014
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2) KACE Environmental, Inc Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4)
Certified Laboratory (5)
PARAMETER CODES
Certification No.
Certification No.
5424
-- — ----Parameter-Code-aSSlstance-maybe-obtained-by-calling-the NPDES-Unit-at-(919)-733=5083 or by visiting the Su—fr ace -- - -
Water Protection Section's web site at h2o.enr.state.nc.us/was and linking to the unit's information pages.
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
** ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
*** Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D).
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Permit Enforcement History Details Owner
11/17/11
1
Owner: The Switzerland Inn
Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Permit: NCO030996
Region: Asheville
County: McDowell
Penalty
Remission
Enf
EMC EMC OAH
Collection Has
Assessment Penalty
Enforcemen
Request
Enf Conf
Remission
Hearing Remission Remission
Memo Sent Balance Pmt Case
Case Number MR Approved Amount
t Costs Damages
Received
Held
Amount
Held Amount Amount
to AGO Total Paid Due Plan Closed
LR-1993-0034 08/23/93 $500
$.00 $.00 09/18/93
10/06/93
$350.00
$.00
$150.00 $.00 No 01/27/94
LV-1999-0341 08/27/99 $1,250
$43.20
09/17/99
10/27/99
$.00
03/09/00 $.00
$1,293.20 $.00 No 05/02/01
LV-1999-0370 09/24/99 $1,750
$43.20
10/13/99
12/01/99
$.00
03/09/00 $.00
$1,793.20 $.00 No 05/02/00
LV-1999-0426 10/22/99 $250
$43.20
_
$293.20 $.00 No _ 11/19/99
LV-2001-0035
02/01/01
$zJSu
$81.38
$2,831.38
$.00
No
03/06/01 i
TX-2001-0003.
02/01/01
$1,000 .
$74.24
$1,074.24
$.00
No
_ 03/06/01
TX-2004-0013
10/26/04
$3,000
$124.24
$3,124.24
$.00
- No
11/29/04
CLV-2011-0007
6-2010
01/06/11
$100
$67.00
$167.00
$.00
No
01/24/11
CTX-2011-0008
8-2011
$2,000
$71.54
$2,071.54
No
Total Cases: 9 Total Penalty Amount: $12,600 Total Enforcement Cost:
$548.00
Sum of Total Paid: $10,726.46 Total Balance Due:
$2,071.54
Sum of Total Case Penalties:
$13,148.00
Total Penalties after remission(s):
$12,798.00

NC DENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources''` -
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
October 13, 2011
701 Q 1870 0003 0875 4524
Subject: Notice of Violation and
Recommendation for Enforcement
Tracking #: NOV-2011-LV-0490
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
NPDES. Permit No. NCO030996
McDowell County _ �;
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of the May 2011 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameter:
Date
Outfall
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
05/30/2011
001
BOD
60 mg/ L
45 mg/ L
05/31/2011
001
BOD
41.5 mg/ L
30 mg/ L
A Notice of Violation/ Notice of Recommendation. for Enforcement (NOV/NRE) is being issued for the
noted violation of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and NPDES Permit No. NC0030996.
Pursuant to G.S. 143-21-5.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be
assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1. If you wish to provide additional information,,
regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or discuss overall compliance please respond in
writing within ten (10) days after receipt of this Notice. A review of your response will be considered along
with any information provided on :the May 2011 Discharge Monitoring Report. You will then be notified of any
civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no response is received in this Office within
the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone]\ Fax: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: htto://Podal.ncdenr.org/web/wa w—
NorthCarolina
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Mr. Gary Jensen
October 13, 2011
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Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problems. The Division of
Water Quality may'pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of a
continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent. You may
contact this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or
me at 828/296-4500. -
Sincerely,
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D. Keith Haynes, Acting Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman*
Governor Director Secretary
March 28, 2011
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749-
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-LV-0108
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland Inn's WWTP monitoring report for October 2010 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC
Broth,44.5C
10/18/10
400 #/100ml
500 #/100ml
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
This is the fifth month in a row (June, July, August, September and October 2010) with fecal
violations at your facility. The comments section on the reverse of each DMR stated that "Chlorine tablets
bridged over causing a high fecal." This was quoted on four of the five months (nothing was said on the
September 2010 DMR.) It does not appear that anything is being done to correct this problem.
Please submit in writing to this office within ten (10) business days of receipt of this letter a
detailed account of what actions are being taken to address the cause of these violations and to
prevent the recurrence of these violations.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Technical assistance is available through the Asheville Regional Office. You may call Don Price at 828-
296-4500.
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Sincerely,
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Surface Water Protection Section
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
March 22, 2011
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-LM-0011
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of The Switzerland Inn's WWTP monitoring report for September 2010 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC
Broth,44.5C
09/07/2010
400 #/100ml
600 #/100ml
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Total Residual Chlorine
Week ending 09/11/2010
Twice Weekly
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was not marked as required. It should have
been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above Total Residual Chlorine
parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt of this
letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this office.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4600.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
February 7, 2011
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-LV-0046
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of The Switzerland Inn's WWTP monitoring report for August 2010 showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC
Broth,44.5C
08/05/10
400 #/100ml
600 #/100ml
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
A BOD of > 42 on 8/10/2010 does not show compliance with permit requirements.
Use of "greater than" values. Such values are only expected (and then only infrequently) in the reporting of
Fecal Coliform and BOD. If a "greater than" value is reported, the numeric portion of the value should be sufficiently
high so as to make the facility aware of the extent of any problems with treatment efficiency. Upon receipt of "greater
than" testing results, a facility should consult its laboratory to see if changes in testing procedure need to be made in
order to get discreet values from the analysis.
Please contact Gary Francies or Jason Smith of the Asheville NCDENR DWQ Laboratory Certification
Branch at 828-296-4677 for proper laboratory reporting procedures for the parameter BOD..
The DMR for the Switzerland Inn for August 2010 does not have the minimum required 10 days between the 2X/
month sampling of Fecal coliform and Ammonia.
Partll, Section A. Definitions of your NPDES permit states 2/Month: Samples are collected twice per month
with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. Please begin using the required protocol on future DMRs.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct these problems. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not
hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: DWQ Ashevllle-Files
DWQ Central Files
KACE Environmental/ ORC
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterouality.org FAX [phone]

RCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
GARY JENSEN
THE SWITZERLAND INN
PO BOX 399
LITTLE SWITZERLAND NC 28749
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
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JAN 26 2011
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment . ` WATER QUALITY SECTION
Civil Penalty Assessment ASHEVILLE RFGiONAL OFFICE j
The Switzerland Inn
Permit Number: NCO030996'- ry ,.�, n.,zt.v.,....,; a".",�,,n -
Case Number: LV-2011-0007
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 13124 in the amount of $167.00 received from you dated
January 18, 2011. This payment satisfies in full the above civil assessment levied against the subject facility,
and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this Division for
additional violations of the applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Bob Guerra at 919-807-6387.
cc: Central Files
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarohna
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor 'Director Secretary
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
January 6,- 2011
7009 1680 0000 7515 2502
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6)
and NPDES Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Case No. LV-2011-0007
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $167.00
($100.00 civil penalty + $67.00 enforcement costs) against The Switzerland Inn..
This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge
monitoring report (DMR) submitted by The Switzerland Inn for the month of June 2010. This
review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or
monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0030996. The violations which occurred in
June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that The Switzerland Inn violated the
terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO030996 and G.S. 143 -2 15. 1 (a)(6) in the
manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S.
143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms,
conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143=215.1(a).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the
hirector of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality
regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment
�inst The Switzerland Inn:
NorehCarolina
at WAY
E WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
�090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778
296-4500\FAX: [phone]\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748

5
0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143 -215. 1 (a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$.00 NCO030996, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD - Cone.
1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No.
$100.00 NC0030996, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State
in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FEC COLI.
$100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$67.00 Enforcement Costs
$167.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into
account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-
282. 1 (b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or
to private property resulting from the violation;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6)- Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over
which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further
enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the
attention of.
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3'
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification
for such request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed
below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)
occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty
assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative

hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please
prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be
remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In
determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be
considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)
was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted
in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your
evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will
provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal
of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that
was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very
important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for
remission.
In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission
of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form
within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that
you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should
be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality -
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
CQ119
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative
Hearings:
If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition
for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of
Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings
accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for
official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an
attached file (with restrictions) - provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a
filing fee is required by NCGS § 150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings
within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact
the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details
of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of
Administrative Hearings are as follows:

Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows:
Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel
DENR
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as
evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being
referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action.
Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the
review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of
the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.
ATTACHMENTS
cc:
Sincerely,
.. (f. �=Yv
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
DWQ Central Files w/ attachments
Bob Guerra/ DWQ Enforcement Files w/ attachments
KACE Environmental/ ORC w/ attachments
S:iSWPiN,IcDowell�Wastc«,aterlii2inors;Switzcrland Inn 309961,LV-2011-0007.doc

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REOVIEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2011-0007 County: McDowell
Assessed Party: The Switzerland Inn
Permit No.: NC0030996 Amount Assessed: $167.00
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the
"Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of -Facts"
form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe
support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for
remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five -factors
listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.
Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or
the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document.
Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or
more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your
case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors inN.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were
wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil
penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (I.e., explain why the violation
was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
_ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions (i. e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities
necessary to achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION:

STATE OF NORTH CAROLNA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF MCDOWELL
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
THE SWITZERLAND INN 1
PERMIT NO. NCO030996 ) FILE NO. LV-2011-0007
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling 1167.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the
assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated January 6, 2011, the undersigned,
desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing
in the above -stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document.
The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of
receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed
after (30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the
day of
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
SIGNATURE
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ATTACHMENT A
The Switzerland Inn
CASE NUMBER: LV-2011-0007
PERMIT: NCO030996
FACILITY: The Switzerland Inn
COUNTY: McDowell
REGION: Asheville ,
Limit Violations
MONITORING
OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
% OVER
PENALTY REPORT
PPI
LOCATION PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE LIMIT
VALUE
LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE
$.00 . 6-2010
001
Effluent BOD - Conc
. 06/30/10 2 X month
mg/1 30
30.5
1.67 Monthly Average Exceeded
$100.00 6-2010
001
Effluent FEC COLI
06/03/10 " 2 X month
#/100ml 400
600
50.00 Daily Maximum Exceeded

DIVISION OF WATBK QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSE��-.AENT (FILE)
Violator: The Switzerland Inn / NCO030996 f .
( June 2010.DiV1R) 5
County: McDowell
Case Number: LV-2011-0007
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
As required by G.S. 143-214.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I considered the factors
set out in G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to
private property resulting from the violation;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
One Daily Max Fecal coliform exceeded the permit limit by 50.00 %.
One Monthly Average BOD exceeded the permit limit by 1.67 %.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
All effluent violations may be detrimental to the receiving stream but may not be
immediately quantified.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The amount of money saved is unknown.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
It does not appear to be either.
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which
the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and
There have been no civil, penalty assessments in the twelve months prior to this
violation.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
$67.00.
A011 R", C A r2Z M2a L
Date Rog'erOC. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
01 /05/2011

Permit Enforcement History Details by Owner
01 /05/11
1
Owner: The Switzerland Inn
Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Permit: NC0030996
Region: Asheville County: McDowell
Penalty
Remission
Enf EMC EMC OAH
Collection Has
Assessment Penalty
Enforcemen Request
Enf Conf
Remission Hearing Remission Remission
Memo Sent Pmt
Case
Case Number
MR Approved Amount
t Costs Damages Received
Held
Amount Held Amount Amount
to AGO Total Paid Balance Due Plan
Closed
LR-1993-0034
08/23/93 $500
$.00 $.00 09/18/93
10/06/93
$350.00 $.00
$150.00 $.00 No
01/27/94
,V-1999-0341
08/27/99 $1,250'
$43.20 09/17/99
10/27/99
$.00 03/09/00 $.00
$1,293.20 $.00 No
05/02/00
LV-1999-0370 09/24/99 $1,750 $43.20 10/13/99 12/01/99 $.00 03/09/00 $.00 $1,793.20 $.00 No 05/02/00
LV-1999-0426 10/22/99 $250 $43.20 $293.20 $.00 No 11/19/99
LV-2001-0035 02/01/01 $2,750 $81.38 $2,831.38 $.00 No 03/06/01
TX-2001-0003_ 02/01/01 $1,000 $74.24 $1,074.24 $.00 No 03/06/01
TX-2004-0013 10/26/04
$3,000
$124.24
$3,124.24 $.00
No 11/29/04
LV-2011-0007 6-2010
$100
$67.00
$167.00
No
Total Cases: 8 Total Penalty Amount: $10,600 Total Enforcement Cost: $476.46 Sum of Total Paid: $16,559.46 Total Balance Due: $167.00
Sum of Total Case Penalties: $11,076.46
Total Penalties after remission(s): $10,726.46

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Mail ORIGINAL. and ONE COPY to:
ATTN: CENTRAL FILES
DIVISION OF 1VATF.R QUALITY
1617 1 MIL SERVICE. CENTER
R.:ILEIGIJ, NC 27699-1617 010
BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT 1S
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Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements Fx7
Noncompliant
The permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially
threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time
the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the
time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
Chlorine tablets bridged in feeder creating an overfeed of dechlorination, resulting in high BOD & Fecal.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the
information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Gary Jenson
Permittee (Please print or type)
' / � -� 7/30/2010
Signature of Permittee*** Date
(Required unless submitted electronically)
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
Hwy 226A Little Switzerland, NC 28249 828-765-8887 12/31/2014
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2) KACE Environmental, Inc Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4)
Certified Laboratory (5)
PARAMETER CODES
Certification No.
Certification No.
5424
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting the Surface
Water Protection Section's web site at h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wqs and linking to the unit's information pages.
ti=
Use only units of measurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
* No Flow/Discharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the MAR for the entire monitoring period. 0 S
* * ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
* * " Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of -the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D). .
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves. Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
January 6, 2011.
Mr.' Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-LV-0002
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland Inn's WWTP monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC
Broth,44.5C
07/06/10
400 #/100ml
600 #/100ml
Daily Maximum "
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be- taken to correct any problem. Since the
comments section on: the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject
violation, it is not requested"that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information
concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet
Cantwell.
It has been noted that some BOD samples on several previous DMRs are marked with
Use of "_greater than" values. Such values are only expected (and then only infrequently) in
the reporting of Fecal Coliform and BOD. if a ."greater than" value is reported, the numeric portion
of the value should be sufficiently high so as to make the facility aware of the extent of any
problems with treatment efficiency. Upon receipt of "greater than" testing results, a facility should
consult its laboratory to see if changes in testing procedure need to be made in order to get
discreet values from the analysis.
Please contact Gary Francies or Jason Smith of the Asheville NCDENR DWQ Laboratory
Certification Branch at 828-296-4677 for proper. laboratory reporting procedures for the
parameter BOD.
Npo a Carolina
tura!!y
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwa.terguality.oro FAX [phone]

Mr. Gary Jensen
January 6, 2011
Page Two
Additionally, some previous DMRs for The Switzerland Inn do not have the minimum required 10 days
between sampling of parameters which, by your NPDES permit requirements, are to be sampled twice per
month.
Part 11, Section A. of your NPDES permit states "2 / Month Samples are collected twice per
month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. You are required by your permit to
follow this protocol. Please begin using this permit requirement on future sampling events.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at
828/29.6-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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KACE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
PO Box 63 Phone [phone]
Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Fax [phone]
Mrs. Janet Cantwell
NC Division of Water Quality
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
March 31 2010
Re: NOV-2010-MV-0030
Permit #: NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Dear Mrs. Cantwell,
This correspondence is in reference to the enclosed amended DNM for Oct. 2009. All 3
parameters listed on the NOV were done according to permit requirements but were
entered under the wrong headings on the typed report which was submitted.
Please feel free to contact me should additional information or explanation be needed.
Sincerel ,
Ken Deaver
KACE Environmental, Inc.
- cc: Gary Jensen
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WATER QUALITY SEGTION
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EFFLUENT
NPDES PERMIT NO.—
NCO030996 DISCHARGE NO._001 MONTH October YEAR 2009
FACILITY NAME The Switzerland Inn CLASS _1_ COUNTY McDowell
CERTIFIED LABORATORY (1) Environmental Testing Solutions, Inc CERTIFICATION NO. 600
(list additional laboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form)
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) JM SMITH GRADE II CERTIFICATION NO._17141
PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES JIM SMITH ORC PHONE [phone],910
CHECK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED 0 NO FLOW / DISCI"GE £ROSITE " I
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
ATTN.- CENTRAL FILES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
DWQ Form MR-1(11/04)

]., 'ity Status: (Please check one'6f the folio*
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
(including weekly averages, if applicable)
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies'do NOT_ meet permit requirements ..
Noncompliant
The permittee. shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially
threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time
the. permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written_ submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the
time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
H the facility is noncompliant, please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and a time -table for
improvements to be made as required by Part 11LE.6 of. the NPDES permit.
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the
information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Gary Jenson
Permittee (Please print or type)
S'gnature.o Permittee*** Date
(Required unless submitted electronically)
Permittee Address Phone Number e-mail address Permit Expiration Date
Hwy 226A Little Switzerland, NC 28249 828-765-8887 12/31/2009
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certified Laboratory (2) KACE Environmental, Inc Certification No.
. Certified Laboratory (3) - -- - i Certification No.J
Certified Laboratory (4) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (5) Certification No.
PARAMETER CODES
5424
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting the Surface
-Water Protection Section's web site at h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wps and linking to the unit's information pages.
Use only units o(iieasurement designated in the reporting facility's NPDES permit for reporting data.
*. No FlowMischarge From Site: Check this box if no discharge occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be
entered for all of the parameters on the DMR for the entire monitoring period.
* * ORC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
* * * Signature of Permittee: If signed by other than the permittee, then the delegation of the signatory authority must be on
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506(b)(2)(D). Page 2

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
March 23, 2010
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-MV-0030
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland Inn's monitoring report for October 2009 showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Total Residual Chlorine
10/10/09
Twice Weekly
Failure to Monitor
Dissolved Oxygen
10/24/09
Weekly
Failure to Monitor
Dissolved Oxygen
10/31/09
Weekly
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should
have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and
deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within 10 (ten) working days of receipt of this letter. You should address
the causes of rion'compliance and -all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations.'
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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DWQ Central Files
KACE Environmental/ ORC
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 . Phone[phone] Customer Service
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Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org dKi FAX [phone]

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KACE ENVIRONMENTAL; INC.
PO Box 63
Phone [phone] -
Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Fax [phone]
�0 'S W6�11?0�6
System Performance Annual Report
NC Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Services Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Switzerland Inn
NPDES # NCO030996
Dear Sir:
Enclosed are three (3) copies of the 2007 Annual Performance Report for the above
referenced'wastewater system as required.
Please feel free to contact me should you have any questions or need additional information.
cerely,
Rebekah Millard
Compliance Manager
DENR - WATER QUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRgNCH

'AT Michael F. Easley, Governor
EJFILE C o R{ h CWilliam G. Ross Jr., Secretary
k Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Dear Mr. Jensen:
January 2, 2008
7006 3450 0002 7064 2394
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0628
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
A review of The Switzerland Inn's monitoring report for September 2007 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported
Value
Limit Type
Fecal Coliform, MF,
09/05/07
400
550
Daily Maximum
M-FC Broth @ 44.5
colonies
colonies
Exceeded
degrees Celcius
per 100 ml
per 100 ml
NoflrtliCarolina
Alturally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 US Hwy70; Swannanoa, NC 28778 ` Phone [phone]
Internet: www.ncwatergualiiv.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX [phone]
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Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
January 2, 2008
Page 2 of 2
Remedial Actions:
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem(s). The
permittee or operator is required to submit comments regarding noncompliance on the relevant
monthly discharge monitoring report (DMR). If the comments provided an adequate explanation for
the subject violation, it is not necessary to submit any further response.
However, if corrective actions taken were not provided on the DMR or if you have additional
comments or information concerning the violation(s), please submit them to Wanda Frazier of this
office.
Technical Assistance:
The Asheville Regional Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant available for technical
assistance to wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) and collection systems with operational
concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and correction of
operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation of WWTPs and
collection. systems. Should you have questions about this service, please contact Don Price at
828-296-4500 extension 4656.
Special Order By Consent:
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature and not related to operation and / or
maintenance problems, you may apply for a Special Order by Consent (SOC). To be eligible, you
will be required to take corrective actions while implementing construction activities and pay a
stipulated upfront civil penalty. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for SOC additional
information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Wanda Frazier in the
Asheville Regional office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: Ken Deaver - KACE
Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance / Enforcement
DWQ Central Files
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KACE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.
PO Box 63 Phone [phone]
Rutherfordton, NC 28139 Fax [phone]
January 9, 2008
Wanda Frazier
Asheville Regional Office
Re: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0628
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Permit No. NCO030996
Dear Ms. Frazier:
This is in response to a letter that we received from Roger Edwards dated 1/2/2008
regarding a notice of violation for The Switzerland Inn WWTP for September 2007.
Attached is a copy of the September DMIL As listed on page .two the explanation of
Noncompliance was due to tablets bridging over. Corrective action was taken at that time.
If this is not sufficient and you need further information, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Rebekah Millard
Compliance Manager
cc: Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance [Enforcement:
Gary Jenson, The Switzerland Inn,
D. E: E,
JAN 1, 0. 2008
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

1�AJc1
EFFLUENT
DISCHARGE NO. 1 MONTH September YEAR 2007
DES PERMIT NO._NC0030996 -- CLASS_ 1 COUNTY—_ Mcdowell
C[LITY NAME_Swl=dand Im CERTIFICATION NO. G00_ 600
RTIFIED LABORATORY (!)Environmental Testing Solutions
3 addition&, Iaboratories on the backside/page 2 of this form) GRADE_ 11 CERTIFICATION NO. 27295.__. .
)EgATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC) Ken Deaver. -• --- ORC
KCt► NO FLOW I DISCHARGE FROM SIT"
RSONtS)COLLECTING SAMPLES _
WXK BOX IF ORC HAS CHANGED
ail: ORIGINAL and ONE COPY tO:
`I'N: CENTRAL rlL ES (SICPA I WILE wl PERA TOR
VgWN OF WATER QUAI.TTY BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY "THAT THIS REPORT 15
.-- r9wrF.R I ..... —.n AND COMPL M TO THE Blrst' of MY KNOWt.F.DGV-
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Facility Status: (Please check one of the following)
frequencies meet pen -nit requirements
All monitoring data and gelkl Saerages, if applicable)
(including Y Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
EE
Noncompliant
Fecal Bgb on 915107 Due to tablets bridging over
appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that potentially threatens
The pernuttee shall report to the Director or the within 24 hours from the time the permittee
information shall be provided orally ittee
public health or the environment- Any provided within 5 days of the time the perm
became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
becomes aware of the circumstances.
Please attach a list of corrective actions being taken and atime-table for
If the faeiwy is noncompliant, p
improvements to be made as required by Part II.E•6 of the NPDES permit.
aced under my supervision in
direction or
.,I certifv under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were Prep
and evaluate the information
e that qualified personr'el properly gather
accordance with a system designed to assure stem, or those persons directly responsible
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who managed the system
the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and
for gathering the information, ties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines
complete. I am aware that there are significant penal
and imprisonment for knowing violations."
The Switzerland Inn
Peraiittee (Please print or type)
/ 1) 3� 07
Date
01ganatu5eof Permittee*** electronically)
(Required unless submitted
12/31 /2009
828-765-8887 permit Eapiretion Date
y 226A Little Switzerland, NC 28249 mil ess
phone Number
paminee Ad&—
ADDITIONAL CERTIFIED LABORATORIES
Certification No.
5424
Certified Laboratory (2) Kace Environmental, Inc Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (3) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (4) Certification No.
Certified Laboratory (5)
PARAMETER CODES
the NPDES Unit at [phone] or by visiting the Surface
parameter Code assi stance maybe obtained by calling and linking to the unit, S information pages.
Section's web site at h2o enr stale nc us/wg-,
Water Protection
the reporting facility's NPDES Fern►
it for reporting data•
Use only units of measurernent designs a e
occurs and, as a result, there are no data to be�Y
No glow/Diuharge From Site: Check this box if no discharge
the entire rttonitoring period•
entered for all of the paran► ility on the DMR
pRC On Site?: ORC must visit facility and document visitation of facility as requires
signed c other than the permittee, then the delegation of
Signature of Permittee: if sign
file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .OSQ6(b)(2)(D)
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

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Division -of Water Quality.-
2090-US"Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778'
Roger; =�
:In.response to N. 2007,LV=0025' a fecal violation for the -month of September 2006,-
r
I�have fhe following o6� ents re i ed to this violation, -in a letter dated 10/21/2006 '
:'(copyncioseci) cotegchlg7'1rixie 1 inns that topieplace`on rnyzper�nit in August We
were. e a`ustiri` a r' oulsof cl%Io anc�decltlornation` kablefs fihat.eweirfi�srzg to
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one BO t 1 Q�? ecal to yin ep er b� I Uel eve that we have �a�ljandle on xl ese
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:new ltmttsd 1�feal�eing o9d� esesult nowtiafi�Fw have ;a� ti h
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exactly right. 'Any leeway you can give -me, vUere wor�Cing out"thosedetails
- be appreciated: Allsystems were opera"tzng srrioothly. when we closed`=for the -`season, and
we are in -the process of replacuig thesand durzng'tlie off-season:' l.am'looking forward -to ,
a busyseason m 07.:and I believe our wastewater treatment is in great operation condition
and should liave�no. difficulties achieving the limits oritour permit.
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y William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
r North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
May 23, 2007 `.
CERTIFIED MAIL 7002 3150 0003 7052 9417
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED MAY 2 4 2007
Mr. G Jensen hi WATER QUALITY SECTION
y I ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
The Switzerland Inn
226a Blue Ridge Parkway-.: -
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION - NOV- 2007- LR- 0022The Switzerland Inn WWTP NCO030996
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
This is to inform you that the Division,of Water Quality has received your monthly monitoring report for March 2007 after
the -required reporting date. This is'in violation of Part II, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as well as 15A NCAC 2B
.506(a), which requires the submittal,of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth (30th) day following the
reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject the violator to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to
$25,000 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with the self -monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit
until the report has been submitted..
Please submit the April 2007 DMR report within 10 days of receipt of this notice. To prevent further action,
please submit future monthly reports within the above -mentioned timefra_me to avoid further enforcement
actions. ,
The Division must take these steps because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the efficient
operation of our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions about
this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please contact me at 919-733-5083, extension 539.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
Western Region NPDES Unit
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Internet: h2o.enrstate.mus 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
rColeen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
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- _ Asheville Regional Office
asw.
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
August 29, 2007
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
Permit No: NCO030996
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
It was a pleasure to meet with you and discuss improvements to the wastewater
treatment plant. Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form
from the inspection conducted on August 28, 2007. The facility, was found to be in. compliance
with permit NC0030996.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection -report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Enclosure
cc: Ken Deaver, ORC
Central Files
Asheville I es
Sincerely,
s
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Nne
pir hCarolina
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA I Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 I SI 31 NCO030996 111 121 07/08/28 117 181 Cl 19I SI 201 I
Remarks
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------------------- Reserved -------------------- --
67I 1.0 169 70131 711 I 72I NI 733 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility. Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
10:10 AM 07/08/28
05/05/01
The Switzerland Inn
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
226a Blue Ridge Pkwy
Little Switzerland NC 28749
11:00 AM 07/08/28
09/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Kenneth M Deaver/ORC/828-289-9380/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/ritle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Gary Jensen,PO Box 399 Little Switzerland NC 28749//828-765-2153/ yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit ■ Operations & Maintenance ® Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Fraz' r ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phoruand Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 1
3I NCO030996 I11 12I 07/08/28 117 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Treatment Units / Process Control Testing / Effluent Data:
This is a 10,000 gpd septic tank sand filter system with two grease traps.
There was no discharge at the time of the inspection.
Records & Reports:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 6-16-2006 by Starr Silvis.
The permit expires on 12-31-2009. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to
expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The Annual Performance Report has been filed for the year and was on -site, along with a
complete copy of the current permit.
The log book was present on -site and had good notation of daily events.
Operations & Maintenance / Summary:
The effluent in the weir box appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with permit limits.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained. -
The operator was on -site during the inspection and is doing a good job.
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Permit: NC0030996 Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 08/28/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
n
n
■
n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
n
n
n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
n
■
n
n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
n
n
n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Septic Tank
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational?
n
n
■
n
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
■
n
n
n
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
■
n
n
n
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
❑
n
■
n
Comment:
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
n
n
■
n
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
■
n
n
n
Is sand filter free of ponding?
■
❑
❑
n
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
n
n
■
n
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
■
n
n
n
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
n
n
Cl
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
2
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ■ n n . n
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? ■ n n n
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? ■ n n n
Comment:
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ? Tablet
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Permit: NCO030996 Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 08/28/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
®
n
n
n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n
n
NO
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
®
n
n
n
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
®❑
n
n
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
®
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
2
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
®
n
n
n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge n
n
®n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Effluent Sampling
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
n
n
®
n
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
®❑
n
n
Is proper volume collected?
®
n
n
n
Is the tubing clean?
n
n
®
n
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)?
e
n
n
n
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type representative)?
®
n
n
n
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
®
n
n
n
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
®n
n
n
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
110
®
n
Comment:
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
-� William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
Fflr [1 _knD V Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
October 16, 2007
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7006 3450 0002 7064 8846
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0499
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County -
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland Inn's monitoring report for May 2007 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Fecal Coliform, MF,
05/01/07
400 colonies
600 colonies
Daily Maximum
M-FC Broth @ 44.5
per 100 ml
per 100 ml
Exceeded
degrees Celcius
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX [phone]Q43 1-877-623-6748

Mr. -Gary Jensen t_ �
The Switzerland Inn 4�
October 16, 2007
Page 2 of 2
Remedial Actions:
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem(s). The
permittee or operator is required to submit comments regarding noncompliance on the relevant
monthly discharge monitoring report (DMR). If the comments provided an adequate explanation for
the subject violation, it is not necessary to submit any further response.
However, if corrective actions taken were not provided on the DMR or if you have additional
comments or information concerning the violation(s), please submit them to Wanda Frazier of this
office.
Technical Assistance:
The Asheville Regional Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant available for technical
assistance to wastewater treatment plants (WWTP) and collection systems with operational
concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and correction of
operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation of WWTPs.and
collection systems. Should you have questions about this service, please contact Don Price at 828-
296-4500 extension 4656.
Special Order By Consent:
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.'
If the violations are of a continuing nature and not related to operation and / or maintenance
problems, you may apply for a Special Order by Consent (SOC). To be eligible, you will be required,
to take corrective actions'while implementing construction activities and pay a stipulated upfront civic
penalty. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for SOC additional information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Wanda Frazier in the;
Asheville Regional office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
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Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: Ken Deaver, KACE
Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement
DWQ Central Files
Asheville. Regional :Office -facility files-r-r-

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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
' Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Dear Mr. Jensen:
January 12, 2007
7005 1820 0002 9207 4533
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2007-LV-0025
Permit number NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
A review of The Switzerland Inn's monitoring report for September 2006 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Fecal Coliform, MF,
09/12/06
400 colonies /
600 colonies
Daily Maximum
M-FC Broth @ 44.5
100 ml
/ 100 ml
Exceeded
degrees Celcius
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may
pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
NorthCarolina
2090 US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043 (Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748 X"t"'rallff

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Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
January 12, 2007
Page 2 of 2
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing
to this office within 10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-
compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you should have
any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
The Asheville Regional Office currently has on staff a Wastewater Treatment Consultant to offer
technical assistance to Wastewater Treatment Plants and Collection Systems with operational
concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and correction of
operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation of WWTP
and/or Collection Systems. Should you have questions about this service, please contact Don
Price at 828-296-4500 extension 4656.
Sincerely,
J
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Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Enclosure
cc: Bob Guerra, Point Source Compliance Enforcement
Wanda Frazier - ARO
WQ Central Files

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W.-Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
October 6, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED — 7005 3110 0003 5474 0707
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2006-LV-0472
Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
A review of The Switzerland Inn's monitoring report for July 2006 showed the following
violations:
Parameter
Date
Limit
Reported
Limit Type
Value
Value
Biochemical Oxygen Demand,
Daily Maximum
5-Day (20 degrees Celcius)
07/06/06
45 mg/I
57 mg/I
Exceeded
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may
pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law.
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 828/296-4500 (Telephone) 828/299-7043(Fax) Customer Service 877-623-6748
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Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
October 6, 2006
Page 2 of 2
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and,deficiencies and respond in writing
to this office within 10 workingdays of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-
compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you should have
any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
The Asheville Regional Office currently has on staff a Wastewater Treatment Consultant to offer
technical assistance to Wastewater Treatment Plants and Collection Systems with operational
concerns. This service is free and non -regulatory to assist in the identification and correction of
operational problems. This service can be utilized for optimization of the operation of WWTP
and/or Collection Systems. Should you have questions about this service, please contact Don
Price at 828-296-4500 extension 4656.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Enclosure
cc: Bob Guerra, NPDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement
Wanda Frazier - ARO
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Benjamin B. Thomas, P.E.
West Consultants, P.L.L.C.
405 South Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
Dear Mr. Thomas:
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
August 1, 2006 D � c E---
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AUG - 7 2006
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASREVILLE REGIOiVAL OFFICE
SUBJECT: Request for an Authorization to Construct
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030996_
The Construction Grants & Loans Section received your request for Authorization to
Construct (ATC) and the supporting documentation on July 26, 2006. After review of the ATC
package, it has been determined that all of the required information was not included. Therefore,
we are returning all information originally submitted as part of your request for an Authorization
to Construct. Upon submittal of a complete package, we can begin our review.
Information on the requirements for a complete request for Authorization to Construct
package can be found on our web site at: http://www.nccgl.net/fap/plans.html . Please read the
Plans and Specifications Submittal Guidance and complete the Plans and Specifications
Submittal Checklist. Attached is a list of some items that must also be included in your submittal.
If you have any questions, please contact me at [phone] or Michelle McKay at
[phone].
tecil'6. Vadde> Jr.", P.E.,
Design Management Unit
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Attachment
cc: Gary Jenson, Jr., The Switzerland Inn
•DNWQ Ashevifle Regional-OTfic-e
WQ Central Files
ATC Files
Construction Grants and Loans Section
1633 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27699-1633
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] / Internet: www.nccgl.net
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Construction Grants and Loans Section
Design Management Unit
The Switzerland Inn
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
UV Installation
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
Request for Complete Submittal
Please complete and submit the Plans and Specifications Submittal Checklist (this can be found
on our website).
— 2—Plans-and-specifications-should-be—submitted-in-accordance-to-the_E1ans and -Specification Submittal _
Guidance.

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
January 31, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Effluent Toxicity Testing
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Alan W. Klimek,.P.E.-Director
Division of Water�Quality
FEB - 2 2006
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASr _'\/!LLPEOIONAL CF!=ICE
This is to inform you that the Environmental Sciences Section has not received your toxicity self -monitoring
report form for the month of November 2005. This is in violation of Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code,
Chapter 2, Subchapter 213, Section .0506 (a)(1)(A) which states that "monthly monitoring reports shall be filed no later
than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report was made."
On 1/12/06, Mr. Kevin Bowden received a call from you explaining toxicity reporting issues that occurred
beginning in August 2005. Please ensure toxicity testing is performed during the months March, June, September and
December. In the event toxicity testing is not conducted during these months due to "no flow" from the facility, your
NPDES requires notification to our office in the form of a "no flow" AT test form. While toxicity reporting violations
subjects the facility to the enforcement authority of the Division, I am, at this time, not considering an administrative
penalty for the series of violations that occurred beginning September through November 2005. Notices of Violation(s)
have issued and will remain on record.
Please remember that reporting of toxicity self -monitoring data is a dual requirement. Toxicity test results must
be entered on your Discharge Monitoring Report and the Aquatic Toxicity Reporting Form (AT Report Form) must be
submitted to: DWQ/ESS, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1621 within the required time frame.
You will be considered noncompliant with the reporting requirements contained in your NPDES Permit for the
month of November 2005 until you make acceptable demonstration to the Environmental Sciences Section that the report
form was submitted to this office within the required 30 day reporting period
The reverse side of this Notice contains a summary of important toxicity monitoring and reporting requirements.
Please read this one -page summary. If you have any questions concerning this Notice, please contact either Mr. Kevin
Bowden or Mr. Matt Matthews with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
on
Chief, Environmental Sciences Section
cc: Roger Edwards- Asheville Regional Office
eKerth-Haynes— Asheville -Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Files
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and
reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity
testing and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity -
testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit
representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report
forms are appropriately filed.
The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the
appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting
ep riod (eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
^r Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration -toxicity testing upon
failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at
least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as
can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure
of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity
testtng per the Division's WET enforcement initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will
mlluencc the Division's enforcement response.
Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity
testing must be conducted during these months).
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly monitoring will begin
immediately until such time that a single test is passed. Upon passing this monthly test requirement, the permittee will revert to the
___-quarierly_months.specified in -the -permit. -Please note -that your permit -may -or may -not -contain this -language: — - -
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you
must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six
months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental
Sciences Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when
follow-up testing will occur. . ` " . .
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the
information block located at. the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the
month/year of the subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal
procedures.
The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which
have not received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT
form must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your
toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
i North Carolina Departmen{ ivironnient and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office'
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION ...
June 19, 2006
P y El
,Gary' Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland NC 28749
SUBJECT: June•16, 2006
Compliance. Evaluation Inspection
The Switzerland Inn
Permit No: _ .NC003099.6.
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Enclosed please find a copy"'of the Compliance Evaluation ,Inspection form from
the inspection conducted .on June -16, 2006. Jim- Reid "and Starr Silvis conducted the
inspection. The facility was found to be in Compliance -with permit N00030996.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report•for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any .questions, please.call me-at.828-2'96-4500 ext
4665.
Sincerely;
•, p+- ` ,
. Starr •Silvis ✓✓ , . -
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure :
cc: Walter L. Miller,. ORG
Central Files
�;--���ev= .ille Files • . ,- � ` •
Norttl Carolina
. �aiirrall�
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone]'0 Fax: [phone] Customer Service -1 877 623-6748 .

United States Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e. -PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type .
1 I NJ. 2 151 31 N00030996 111 121 06/06/16 117 18I-CI 191S 20- I
�JJ
Remarks
211111
11111111.111111111111 IIII III I I��� 111111111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA - -- --- --Reserved
67I 169 70I_I 711 I 72I N I 73I uI _J 174 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
. Permit Effective Date
The Switzerland Inn ,-
01:25 PM 06/06/16
05/05/01
226a slue Ridge Pkwy
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Little Switzerland NC 28749
02:15 PM 06/06/16
09/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Walter L. Miller/ORC/318-752-4581/
Name, Address of Responsible OfficiaUTitle/Phone and Fax Number
Gary Jensen,PO Box 399 Little Switzerland NC 28749//828-765-2153 Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance
Section D: Summary of Finding/comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary),
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) ofInspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
/
James R Reidp i /e 4ze-e ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4651/
Starr. Silvis ARO WQ//828-296-4500/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Roger C Edwards; ✓ ARO WQ//828-296-4500/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection.Type
3I k0030996 I11 �'2I 06/06/16 I17 "ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary),
The sand filter is well maintained and the distribution system is level. The facility is in the process of getting
an A to C for installation of a UV system.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO030996 Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 06/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance. Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance r
Yes
No
NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ❑
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Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit -
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
❑
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Is the facility as described in the permit?
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# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
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Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
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'Comment:
Septic Tank
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) is an audible and visual alarm operational?
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Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
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Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
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Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
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1=1
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Comment:
Sand Filters (Low rate)
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational?
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Is the distribution box level and watertight?
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Is sand filter free of ponding?
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Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio?
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# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation?
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# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1)
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Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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r
Permit: NCO030996 Owner - Facility: The Switzerland Inn
Inspection Date: 06/16/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
%/ . K1.. KI A - . .
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Yes No NA NE
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? Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
rNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
November 30, 2004
Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
SUBJECT: PAYMENT ACKNOWLEDGMENT
CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell COUNTY
PERMIT NO: NCO030996
TX 2004-0013
Dear Mr. Jensen:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check No. 7322 in the amount of $3,124.24 received from you dated
November 18, 2004. This payment satisfies in fu11 the civil assessment levied against the subject facility and
this case has been closed- Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action by this Division for
additional violations of the applicable Statutes, Regulations, or Permits.
If you have any questions, please call Robert L. Sledge at 919-733-5083 Ext.547.
cc: Enforcem_ ent_File* TX-200-4-0013
Asheville Regional. Office_ Supervisor
Central Files
Sincerely,
/ / /
Coleen Sullins
rEE vC -1 2004
QUALITY SECTION
REGIONAL OFFICE
N� Carolina
North Carolina Division of -Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phoae [phone] Customer Service
-- Intemet h2o.enr.state.mus 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]

WA)�n - Michael F. "as e , Governor
�O TQ William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
\� G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
rAlan W. Klimek, P. E. Director
Division of Water Quality
pColeen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
WATER QUALITY SECTION
September 29, 2003
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
Post Office Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
.Subject:
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: Compliant
The Switzerland Inn -
NPDES Permit Number NCO030996
McDowell County
On •Se.ptember 17, 2003, 1 conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the Switzerland
Inn. The purpose of the inspection was to determine the compliance status of the wastewater
treatment plant. A copy of the inspection report is enclosed for your information..
During my inspection I observed that the facility appeared to be clean, well maintained, with
no odors. The sand filter was clean and had been recently raked. The operators log was on -site;
well maintained and contained the operator's notes on laboratory field parameters for pH and D.O.
There were tablets in the chlorinator and" the dechlorinator and both appeared to be functioning
properly. The facility was determined to be compliant.
Should you have -any questions regarding this inspection you may contact me. at (828) 251-
m
Sincerely,
Michael McDonald
Environmental Technician
Enclosures
xc: Mark Swan
KAMM
59 Woodfin Place Asheville, North Carolina 28801 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone] Customer Service 1-877-623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C.20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Re ort
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 U 2 ICJ 31 NCO030996 111 121 03/09/17 117 18 U 19 US 20 U
uu
Remarks
211111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --Reserved
67 L 1 69 70 L3J 71 U 72 [NJ 73 W 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
11:30 AM 03/09/17
01/07/01
The Switzerland Inn
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
226A Blue Ridge Pkwy
Little Switzerland NC 28749
12:30 PM 03/09/17
.04/12/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)lritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Mark P Swann/ORC/828-254-7176/
Gary Jensen//828-765-4089/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Gary Jensen,P O Box 399 L Switzerland NC 28749//828-765-2153/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations•& Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The wastewater treatment plant is a 0.010 MGD facility consisting of; septic tank, dosing tank, sand
filter, tablet chlorinator, and tablet dechlorinator.
During my inspection I observed that the facility was clean and appeared well maintained. The operators
log was on -site and well maintained. The sand filter was clean and had been recently raked. The
chlorinator and dechlorinator both had sufficient tablets in them and appeared to be functioning properly.
A review of the monthly monitoring
(cont.)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Michael McDonald ARO WQ//828-251-6208/828-251-6452 Q / `9 Ii!3
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type. (cont.) 1
31 N00030996 111 121 63/09/17 117 18
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional -sheets of narrative andchecklists as necessary)
data indicated that the facility has been operating within the effluent limitations of the permit.

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CHALET RESTAURANT
.Date: t J Q
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Re: %\
Message:
P.Q. Box 399 • Little Switzerland North Carolina 28749 • 828-765-2153 • I-800-654.4026

PROM = SW I I NN PPIX NO- :02e 7 GS 004S
$nvironmental Sciences Branch
Div_ of Water Quality
NCDENR
14521 Mail Service Center
W4-- 274599-1621
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.Enclosed are the results
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�O '- ;Michael F. Easley.
Q�
�O G Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
>_ North Carolina DepartFnent of Environment'and Nafuial Resource's -
Y _ KerrT. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
` Asheville Regional. Office '
WATER QUALITY SECTION
' May 30, 2001
Mr. Gary Jensen
.. The Chalet Motor Lodge
Post -Office Box 399
Little Switzerland, North. Carolina 28749 :
Subject:. pH:Controf
The Chalet Motor -Lodge :.
NPDES` Permit Number NC0030996
McDowell. County
" Dear Mr: ,Jensen:
During my inspection last week we spoke'at length with regards to "pH control for
proper operation" of your system. f have come across some more information that may
be of help.and.I am including,it in this letter:
_The _following,-.proCedure_has -been -used on:other -systems. _such as yours:
1) Secure a 40 lb. container of liquid caustic from a pool supply store;. the cost
will be -approximately $50-$60. The material is extremely damaging to skin
and eyes. Wear rubber gloves, eye protection; and protective clothing when
handling. liquid caustic.
2) Bring the pH of the primary effluent (the:liquid .going from the tank to the sand
filter) to approximately 7.0.. Raising the pH should be done gradually by
adding approximately'/4 of the liquid caustic to the septic tank through a
building drain followed by flushing the drain with water. Check theprimary
effluent for pH on the day following the first application of caustic. Continue
adding approximately '/4.of the caustic on consecutive days (monitoring pH on
the day following each caustic addition) until the desired pH. of around. 7.0 is
achieved in the primary effluent.
Steps 1 and 2 should result in a -substantially lower -effluent ammonia concentration.
Should ammonia concentrations begin to gradually rise (after -the caustic treatment), a
proper alkalinity balance (to achieve adequate ammonia removal) can be maintained by
periodic -additions of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) to the system.
NEnENR
Water Quality Section, 59 Woodfin Place, Asheville, NC ' 28801-2414 Telephone: 828/251=6208 Customer Service
Fax: 82W251-6452 1800.623-7748

Gary Jensen
May 30, 2001
Page Two
The idea of adding the material (whether liquid caustic or baking soda) to a drain
and then flushing it into the septic tank with water is a good idea, you will get good
mixing. I think getting the pH up above 7.0 is important, like 7.2. 1 do think the caustic
is a good quick way to get the pH up, but once it's up I think you need to keep it up,
daily monitoring of pH and the regular addition of baking soda will do that. Good record
keeping will ensure good results, good cause and effect data will help. As I said last
week, we are assuming the toxicant in your effluent is ammonia, it might be a good idea
to do some regular ammonia testing to make sure that is the case.
Should have any questions regarding this information please call me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
Lar Frost
Environmental Technician
xc: Mark Swan

Re: Switzerland Inn
Subject: Re: Switzerland InriJ
Date: Thu, j Aug`_2:004;10:53:08'-0400
From: Forrest Westall <[e-mail]>
To: Benjie Thomas <[e-mail]>
CC: JANET CANTWELL <[e-mail]>
b Thanks Benjie. Hope it goes well. Please copy Janet'Cantwell ([e-mail]) on notes
about your progress on this effort. Janet covers -McDowell County for the ARO Surface Water
Protection program and will be involved with any changes to this permit. Forrest
Benjie Thomas wrote:
Gentlemen,
Just wanted to let you know that Stewart Black of McDowell County, Joe Lynn of DEH, the owner, a soil
scientist, and I will be meeting this Monday at 2:00 p.m. to look at the feasibility of this "repair." Of course you
are both welcome and invited to come as well. Thank you for the input thus far.
Benjamin (Benjie) B. Thomas, P.E.
West Consultants, PLLC
405 S. Sterling Street
Morganton, NC 28655
Phone:[phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: beniiethomas@_bellsouth.net
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8/13/2004 4:05 PM

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Gary R- Jensen
President
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Dear Mr. Jensen:
NMichael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
June 18, 2004
Subject: Receipt of pernrit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on June 16, 2004. A member of the NPDES
Unit will review your application. That staff member will contact you if additional information is required to
complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your
existing permit expires. The requirements in your existing permit will remain in effect until the permit is
renewed (or the Division takes other action).
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at (919)
733-5083, extension 520. ,
Sincerely,
&J-,C"hA-
Carolyn Bryant
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Asheville-Regonal;Office%Water Quality -Section
NPDES Unit
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 DENR Customer ServiceCenter:1 800 623-7748
Internet: h2o.enr.statem.us e-mail: [e-mail]

6/15/04
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC DENR Water Quality
Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Mrs. Stephens,
Enclosed is my application for permit renewal of our ekistirig wastewater discharge at the
Switzerland Inn. We have made. no,changes toyour'faciliyty since the', last renewal and
have no plans to make any changes iri-the near future As always, we have continued to
look at alternate means of treating our, wastewater and possibly discharging subsurface,
but at this time our current system seems to be the best -for, treating our type of
wastewater. Your prompt attention to -this reiiewalswould be greatly` appreciated and
please do not hesitate to; "call if you have any�questions
Sincerely,
4aren
7
P.O. Box 399 • Little Switzerland • North Carolina 28749 • 828-765-2153 • 1-800-654-4026

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CHALET RESTAURANT
RE: Sludge
6/15/04
Dear sirs of Madam, At the Switzerland Inn wastewater -facilityJwe' are treating domestic wastewater. As far
as sludge is concerned we have two:grease:traps totaling 4000 gallons and one 10,000
gallon septic tank. We currently pump the two grease trap&m-6thly and the septic tank
is pumped once at the end of 'each. season. (Operating a seasonal resort six months
annually) We have never had a -sludge problem i.h our sand ffilter-bed as we remove by
routine pumping of the three aforementioned!fanits'.;
P.O. Box' 99 • Little Switzerland • North Carolina 28749 • 828-765-2153 • 1-800-654-4026

! NPDES APPLiCd FOR PERMIT
RENEWAL. -FORM D
j To -be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/NPDES/
North Carolina NPDES Permit Number I NC00
1. Contact Information:
Facility Name
Owner Name
Street Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Operator Name
Street Address
City
State / Zip Code
County
Telephone Number
Please print or type
ZLX SS
COnh
t\y L aye
2. Location of facility producird*harge:
Check here if same as above
Facility Name (If different from above)
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
3. Reason for application:
Expansion/Modification * Existing Unpermitted Discharge
Renewal {/ New Facility
* Provide a description of the expansion/modification:
I
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NPDES APPLIC owneFOR PERMIT RENEWAL -SORT FORM D
TG'be filed only by private y d dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
4. 'Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with
capacities):
i
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
Type of Facilitv Generating Wastewater
Industrial
Commercial
Residential
School
Other
Number of Employees
Number of Employees
Number of Homes
Number of Students/Staff
*13
0
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):
6. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply):.
Type
RCRA
UIC
NPDES
PSD
NESHAPS
Permit Number
Type
Non -Attainment
Ocean Dumping
Dredge/Fill Permits
Other
Permit Number
7. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
0+
8. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each
outfall:
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,To be filed only by priv e y owned dischargers of 100% domestic: wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
9. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each ouffall):
10. Is this facility located on Native American lands? (c ck one)
YES ❑ - NO
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to
the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
ir y�n eh
Printed NaTne of Pe on Signing
J-i
Title
R
Signature
Ul'flit,
Signed
North Carolina Generalftatute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or
certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any
recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or
imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both for a similar offense.)
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Discharge Location
Facility Information
Latitude:
35°50',56" Sub -Basin 03--08-30
Longitude:
82° 05' 23"
Quad M.
D 10 SE (UtBe Switzerland)
Stream Class:
C HQW
Receiving Stearn
Unnamed Tributary to Bucbanan Creek
Pem itted Flow
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Facility
Location
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McDowell County
County

A � Michael F. Easley
o�OF W r�RQG �►�� Governor
gyp, NCDENR William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
C North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
0 Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
March 5, 2004
Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
Post Office Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
Subject:, Renewal Notice
NPDES Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
Dear Permittee:
Your NPDES permit expires on December 31, 2004. Federal (40 CFR 122.41) and North Carolina (15A NCAC
2H.0105(e)) regulations require that permit renewal applications must be filed at_least 180 days prior to expiration of the current
permit. If you have already mailed your renewal application, you may disregard this notice.
To satisfy this requirement, your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than July 4, 2004.
Failure to request renewal of the permit by this date may result in a civil assessment of at least $500.00. Larger penalties may be
assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request.
If any wastewater discharge will occur after December 31, 2004, the current permit must be renewed. Discharge of
wastewater without a valid permit would violate North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1; unpermitted discharges of wastewater
may result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If all wastewater discharge has ceased at your facility and you wish to rescind this permit, contact Robert Farmer of the
Division's Compliance Enforcement Unit at [phone], extension 531. You may also contact the Asheville Regional Office
at [phone] to begin the rescission process.
Use the enclosed checklist to complete your renewal package. The checklist identifies the items you must submit with
the permit renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact Valery Stephens at the telephone number or e-mail
address listed below.
cc: Central Files
------- --- -
AsheuilleRegioi5al Offce, VC1,ater_Quality _Section
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
919 733-5083, extension 520 (fax
e-mail: [e-mail]
p E c E "
E D
MAR 1.7 2004
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

NPDES Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
❑ A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed 6riginal and two copies.
❑ The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
Representative. Submit one signed original and two copies.
❑ If an Authorized Representative (such as a consulting engineer or environmental consultant) prepares
the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority delegated to any
such Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b of the existing NPDES permit).
❑ A narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or other
solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If your facility has no such
plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids), explain this in writing. Submit one signed
original and two copies.
The followinz items must be submitted by anv Municipal or Industrial facilities discharging
process wastewater:
Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendices A-D to Title 40 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 122) and ALL Municipal facilities with a permitted flow >_ 1.0 MGD must submit a
Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21.
The above requirement does NOT apply to privately owned facilities treating 100%
domestic wastewater, or facilities which discharge non process wastewater (cooling
water, filter backwash, etc.)
PLEASE NOTE:
Due to a change in fees effective January 1, 1999, there is no renewal fee required with your .
application package.
r
Send the completed renewal package to:
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC DENR / Water Quality / Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617

O�OF W ATF9
Michael F. Easley
Governor
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
January 22, 2004
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, North
Carolina 28749
SUBJECT:
NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Effluent Toxicity Testing
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
. This is to inform you that the Environmental Sciences Branch has not received your toxicity self -
.monitoring report form for the month of November 2003. This is in violation of Title I5A of the North
Carolina Administrative Code, Chapter 2, Subchapter 2B, Section .0506 (a)(1)(A) which states that
"monthly monitoring reports shall be filed no later. than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for
which the report was made."
Your Discharge Monitoring Report for November 2003 indicated, "closed no flow until 2004."
Please note that your NPDES permit requires you to submit an Aquatic Toxicity Self -Monitoring Form to
this office during a month in which toxicity testing is required, regardless of whether a discharge occurs
from the facility.
You will be considered noncompliant with the reporting requirements contained in your NPDES
Permit for the month of November 2003 until you make acceptable demonstration to the Environmental
Sciences Branch that the report form was submitted to this office within the required 30 day reporting
period. In addition, if within the next twelve (12) months, future reports are not received within the
required time frame, you may be assessed a civil penalty;
The reverse side of this Notice contains a summary of important toxicity monitoring and reporting
-requirements. Please read this one page summary and if you have any questions concerning this Notice,
please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
Jimmie verton
ssis nt Water Quality Section Chief
for Environmental Sciences
p Q U
cc: Forest Westall-Asheville Regional Office Y
Keith Haynes- Asheville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Files JAN 2 9-. NOZ
Central Files
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILL REGIONAL OFFICE
tTr--DEN
Customer Service Environmental Sciences Branch 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1621 [phone]
800 623-7748

W.. _E EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING ANG .,_.SORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity
testing and reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include
all the toxicity testing and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions
about your toxicity testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at (919) 733-
2136 or another Unit representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that
toxicity report forms are appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the
appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh; NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT' form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be Bled with the Environmental Sciences Branch no later than 30 days after the end of the
reporting period (e.g, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing
upon failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or•if the chronic value is .lower than the
permit limit, then at least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two
months. As many analyses as can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple
concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either single
concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity testing per the Division's WET enforcement initiatives
effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity
monitoring requirements (eg, if the -testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and
December, then toxicity testing must be conducted during these months).
➢ Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly monitoring will
begin immediately until such time that a single test is passed. Upon passing this monthly test requirement, the permittee will
revert to the quarterly months specified in the permit. Please note that your permit may or may not contain this language.
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30,
then you must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Branch by June 30 that a discharge did not occur
during the first six months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the
Environmental Sciences Branch at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was
invalidated and the date when follow-up testing will occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the
information block located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and
the.monkh/year ofjhe subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following
nofmal'iproi ed4ft! l
➢ The Aquatic t( cif y Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities
+,
which have no ee'ived a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT
form. The AT fprm'must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢` °'. To'determinf if you'r AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting
yotir`toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Branch.

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Subject: Re: Sw tzer a_n_& nn`-McDowell Co.
Date: Tue, W Aug_2004,17:59:17 -0400
From: Forrest Westall <[e-mail]>
Organization: NC DENR - Asheville Regional Office
To: Benjie Thomas <[e-mail]>
CC: 'Steven Berkowitz' <[e-mail]>,
'Joe Lynn' <[e-mail]>,
'JANET CANTWELL' <[e-mail]>,
'Larry Frost' <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
Benjie,
I don't see an insurmountable problem with the approach you've outlined from a
WQ perspective (the required pretreatment for the -sub -surface system, being a
DEH/HD call after all), but "holding” the surface sand -filter system for
possible short notice use will require some kind of maintenance plan. As I
noted earlier, one of the "start-up" issues with the discharging system has been
the process of beginning to use the sand filter at the first of the season.
Still, as long as there is some way to properly keep the sand -filter in
"operational" condition as a "back-up" for a sub -surface system, WQ will support
this approach. Growth of vegetation on the "fallow" surface filter will be an
on -going issue and the maintenance plan should address this in some way (cover,
periodic cleaning, or some other acceptable means). It is likely -that there
will be some lead time in having to place the filter into service, but plans
should be in place to make sure that "shifting" the flow to the discharging mode
can be made as quickly and effectively as possible. Once we move further along
in the review process for this proposal, we can address this issue. Bottom line
for WQ is that we are willing for the sand -filter to be taken out of service
provided DEH is satisfied with another appropriate pre-treatment system and that
the filter can be brought back on-line when needed. It may be useful to provide
valving and piping (or pumping, if necessary) that would allow an approved
alternative pretreatment system (for the sub -surface system) that could still be
used "prior to" the sand -filter if the discharge mode is ever needed. We can
look at this at the proper time in the review process. Thanks. Forrest
Benjie Thomas wrote:
> Steven and Forrest,
> Thank you very much for the prompt clarifications of this situation. I will
> speak with Gary Jensen about moving forward with the application process as
> per your comments. However, could you please address one more question that
> is important to Mr. Jensen? He would rather not use the sand filter bed as
> the normal pretreatment component for subsurface disposal (but as we said
> would keep it in place as a back-up). The bed is near a neighboring house
> that often complains about the odor. I informed Mr. Jensen that due to the
> restaurant, pretreatment would likely be required no matter how good the
> soils are. Therefore, we talked about using Bioclere units near the septic
> tanks in lieu of using the sand filter. What do you think? This would also
> have the advantage of allowing the pump tank to be above the drainfields
> rather than below (the sand filter is at the bottom of the steep area that
> can potentially be used). This would reduce pumping head and length of 3"
> distribution lines. This issue is one of the reasons Mr. Jensen wants to
> pursue the subsurface system (in addition to the compliance problems).
> Benjamin (Benjie) B. Thomas, P.E.
> West Consultants, PLLC
> 405 S. Sterling Street
> Morganton, NC 28655
> Phone: [phone]
> Fax: [phone]
> e-mail: [e-mail]
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> -----Original Message-----
• From: Steven Berkowitz [mailto:[e-mail]]
> Sent: Monday, August 02, 2004 6:46 PM
> To: Forrest Westall
> Cc: Benjie Thomas; Joe Lynn; JANET CANTWELL; Larry Frost;
> [e-mail]
> Subject: Re: Switzerland Inn - McDowell Co.
> Forrest, Benji, et al: We would entertain a proposal, in the context of
> "repairing" an existing problematic system. We very likely would want
> the "repair" to include continued use'and possibly upgrading the sand
> filter (or supplementing/replacing with additional or in -stead of
> pretreatment), both the maximize potential for a successful subsurface
> system, and to enable the "back to DWQ" repair to be most feasible, if
> necessary in the future. To "prove" to us a system can work, the
> applicant's consultant, per our large system procedures, should proceed
> with a study of the available area. A field visit with applicant's
> consultants and our local and regional specialists would be beneficial
> to schedule ASAP. I may also wish to make field visit to.evaluate any
> existing system components which we want to keep in use or consider
> upgrading (yes, always looking for an excuse to "go west"). Good to hear
> from you! Steven
> Forrest Westall wrote:
>
> >Steven,
> >Good afternoon. Hope you are well. I've been out of the office, but
> wanted
> >to follow-up on your note. The "record" on this.issue is more along these
> >lines:
> >I have over the years discussed with Mr. Jensen the possibility of
> >developing an on -site system for his operation. His compliance record with
> >the NPDES permit is generally good, but he does have from time to time some
> >violations. Since he operates only a portion of the year, he has
> "start-up"
> >problems with the sand filter system at the first of the year. His "looks"
> >at the on -site option have always indicated enough adequate area to handle
> >the wastewater, but not enough for "replacement area." I have encouraged
> >him to look at obtaining additional space and to always work with the local
> >health department and your office, but I understand he has been unable to
> >obtain any additional space (this site is on the side of the mountain).
> >What I have certainly indicated is that we (DWQ) would be willing to keep
> >the discharge permit active (Switzerland Inn would have to keep the permit
> >in good administrative order and the sand -filter system available for
> >discharge if needed --we could, I believe, condition the permit specifically
> >for this possibility) in case it would be needed to take care of the
> >wastewater if a properly permitted sub -surface system were to fail or could
> >not function for some reason.
> >I have never attempted to represent DEH in determining if this would be
> >considered as an appropriate substitute for "repair" area. What I have
> said
> >is that we would be willing to work with DEH in allowing the permit and the
> >system to be properly permitted and in working order to provide adequate
> >treatment in the event a sub -surface system were to fail or need to be
> taken
> >off line for repair of the primary system. I have not discussed this with
> >you or anyone specifically within DEH and had assumed that the applicant
> >would explore the possibility as part of an application for an on -site
> >system approval.
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> >My general view of the use of a properly functioning on -site system for
> this
> >seasonal operation could result in an opportunity to successfully provide
> >wastewater management on this site without the managment/operational issues
> >currently experienced with the discharge system. I realize this is:a
> >"different" kind of approach, but I have told the permit holder we would be
> >willing to work with the parties to secure what might be considered an
> >environmentally superior wastewater management system for the site. This
> is
> >all contingent of course on DEH being willing to consider such an approach.
> >I would be happy to discuss this with you. Just..let me know. Thanks.
> >Forrest
> >Steven Berkowitz wrote:
> »Benjie: I haven't discussed this with Forrest. (perhaps he's spoken with
> >>someon.e else up here?). We typically cannot approve a subsurface system
> >>which requires a repair based on a system outside of the jurisdiction of
> >>CHS rules (e.g., promise to "tie to city sewer"; reactivation of an
> »NPDES; etc.). We have,, considered in past on case -by -case basis
> >>"repairing" existing problematic discharge systems with a subsurface
> >>"repair", without necessarilly requiring full repair area if one can't
> >>feasibly be set aside, as long as the "repair" is determined to have a
> >>high likelihood of working and solving an existing problem (not
> >>applicable in conjunction with any new construction). We've similarly
> >>depended on DWQ to help us "solve" unrepairable on -site situations with
> >>systems under their jurisdiction. Suggest you first discuss further with
> >>Stewart Black and Joe Lynn the specifics, and we can take it from there.
> >>Hope you are well.
> »Benjie Thomas wrote:
> >>
> >>>Steven,
> >>>Gary Jensen has contacted me about permitting and installing a new
> >>>large subsurface system for his inn and restaurant. It currently has a
> >>>surface water discharge under NPDES 0030956..He.would like to keep the
> >>>NPDES with associated sand filter as the "repair area" rather than
> >>>dedicate actual land as a repair area. He says that Forrest Westall of
> >>>the Asheville DWQ has discussed this with you and that it could be
> >>>approved that way. Please confirm this before I move ahead with
> >>>selecting a soil scientist and arranging an initial site meeting with
> >>>local and state personnel. Thank you.
> >>>Benjamin (Benjie) B. Thomas, P.E.
> >>>West Consultants, PLLC
> >>>405 S. Sterling Street
> >>>Morganton , NC 28655
> >>>P12one:.[phone]
> >>>Fax: [phone]
> >>>e-mail: [e-mail]
> >>>
> >Forrest Westall - [e-mail]
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> >North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
> >Asheville Regional Office
> >Division of Water Quality - Water Quality Section
> >2090 U. S. 70 Highway
> >Swannanoa, NC 28778
> >Tel: [phone]
> >Fax: [phone]
Forrest Westall - [e-mail]
North Carolina Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality - Water Quality Section
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Forrest Westall <[e-mail]>
NC DENR - Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality - Water Quality Section
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of North Carolina
apartment of Environment
and Natural Resources .
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, R.E.; Director
October 27, 2004
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Enclosed with this letter iss-a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft very
carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains.
The draft permit contains the following significant changes from your current permit:
➢ A total residual chlorine (TRC) limit has been added to this permit. The limit will take
effect 18 months after the effective date of the final permit. See the attached TRC policy
memo for details.
Submit any comments to me no later than thirty days following your receipt of the draft. Comments
should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are received
from the public or from you, this permit will likely be issued in December, with an effective date of
February 1, 2005.
If you have any questions or comments , concerning this draft permit, call' me at [phone],
extension 511.,
cc: NPDES Unit
s e e ,e :io + lIane1 Cantwell;
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action,Employer
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
i
919 733-5083, extension11
Charles.Weaver@ ncmai ne
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VATER QUALITY SECTION
HEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE

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Permit NCO030996
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER TIE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted bythe North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gary Jensen
is hereby authorized to discharge treated domestic wastewater from a facility located at
The Switzerland Inn
Blue Ridge Parkway @ U.S. Ifighway 226A
Little Switzerland
McDowell Gounty
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek in the Catawba River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III
and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shallexpire at midnight on December 312009.
Signed this day
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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•� Permit Na03O996
SUPPLEMENT TO PERM COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked.
As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore,
the exclusive authorityto operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Gary Jensen is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of the following
treatment units:
• Septic tank
• Dosing tank
• Surface sand filter
• Tablet chlorinator
• Tablet dechlorinator
The facility is located at the intersection of the Blue Ridge Parkway and U.S. Highway 226A
at The Switzerland Inn in McDowell County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on the
attached map through outfall 001 into an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek, classified
GHQW waters in the Catawba River Basin.

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00 Permit Na03O996
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
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Paraneter'7 ,
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Lamits
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Monitoring Requirements
M¢
;Monthly i
Average
".' Daily
Maximum`,
Measurement
Frequenc , .
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Sample;Type
Sample rocatiori1 ' r
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Flow
0.01 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD; 5-day, 200C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NHA
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200000ml
400/ 100m1
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Minimum daily average
> 5.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Temperature
Daily
Grab
Effluent
pH
2/Month .
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
TRC 2
17pg/L
2lWeek
Grab
Effluent
Chronic Toxicity3
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Footnotes:
1. Upstream = at least 100 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream = at least 300 feet downstream
from the outfall.
2. The TRC limit takes effect 18 months after the permit effective date. Until then, the permittee shall
monitor TRC [with no effluent limit].
3. Chronic Toxicity (Cerial bi ia) at 90%: February, May, August, November (see Part I., (2)).
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam -in other than trace amounts.
Def rations:
MGD — Million gallons per day mg/L — Milligram per liter
ml — Milliliter BOD — Biochemical Oxygen Demand

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Longitude:
Quad #:
Stearn Class:
Receiving Stream
Petnutt;ed Flow.
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Facility Information
35' 50' 56" Sub -Basin: 03--08-30
82° 05' 23"
D 10 SE (Little Switzeziand)
C HQW
Unnamed'hibutazy to Buchanan Creek
0.01 MGD
Discharge Location
Facility
Location
North
[he Switzerland Inn
NCO030996
McDowell Comity

Permit Na03O996
A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY PERMIT LIMIT (Quarterly)
The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality to
Ceriodaphnia dubia at an effluent concentration of 90%.
The permit holder shall perform at a minimum, quarterly monitoring using test procedures outlined in the "North
Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised February 1998, or subsequent versions or
"North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or subsequent
versions. The tests will be performed during the months of February, May, August, November. Effluent sampling for
this testing shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment processes.
If the test procedure performed as the first test of any single quarter results in a failure or ChV below the permit
limit, then multiple -concentration testing shall be performed at a minimum, in each of the two following months as
described in "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or
subsequent versions.
The chronic value for multiple concentration tests will be determined using the geometric mean of the highest
concentration having no detectable impairment of reproduction or survival and the lowest concentration that does
have a detectable impairment of reproduction or survival. The definition of "detectable impairment," collection
methods, exposure regimes, and further statistical methods are specified in the "North Carolina Phase H Chronic
Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or subsequent versions.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the months in which tests were performed, using the parameter code TGP3B for the
pass/fail results and THP313 for the Chronic Value. Additionally, DWQ Form AT-3 (original) is to be sent to the
following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Branch no later than 30 days
after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete, accurate, include all supporting chemicallphysical measurements and all
concentration/response data, and be certified by laboratory supervisor and ORC or approved designate signature.
Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for
disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, the
permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form indicating the
facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of "No Flow"
in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental Sciences Branch at the address
cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, monitoring will be
required during the following month.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified to include
alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control organism
survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an
invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month
following the month of the initial monitoring.

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TO: NPDES Unit Staff FROM: David A. Goodrich vo
NPDES Unit Supervisor
�• Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
June 19, 2003
SUBJECT: Total Residual Chlorine Policy for NPDES permits
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
Every three years the State is required by the Clean Water Act to review its surface water quality standards and
classifications, determine if changes are needed and to make any necessary changes. This review process is referred to
as the "triennial review." Public hearings were held to solicit comments for the 2000-2003 Triennial Review of surface
water quality standards during the summer of 2002. The Hearing Officer's recommendations were presented before
the state's Environmental Management Commission on October 10, 2002.
The Hearing Officer's recommended changes included modifications to the existing standards for Arsenic, Cyanide,
Methylene Blue Active Substances (MBAS) and Total Residual Chlorine (TRC). The Hearing Officer also
recommended the addition of a standard for Methyl Tert-Butyl Ether (MTBE).
All of the Hearing Officer's proposed changes were adopted with the exception of MTBE. The changes took effect
on April 1, 2003. This memo documents the changes to the NPDES permitting policy for TRC limits.
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)
Previously, TRC had an Action Level Standard, except in designated Trout waters. The Triennial Review changes
modified the TRC Action Level Standard to an Aquatic Life Standard of 17 µg/L. The Aquatic Life Standard will
remain for designated Trout waters.
Aquatic Life Standard — 17 µg/L (freshwater only) Trout Waters — 17 µg/L
Revised TRC Policy
➢ TRC limits will be assigned to permit renewals and all new permits issued after April 1, 2003.
➢ Facilities that do not use chlorine will not receive a TRC limit; however, the presence of a chlorine bacl -up
system to augment UNI or other disinfection requires a TRC limit.
➢ Facilities discharging to streams with a 7Q10 <0.05 cfs (zero -flow streams) will receive a limit of 17 µg/L.
➢ Limits will be capped at 28 µg/L to protect against acute impacts.
It is likely that many facilities will need to add dechlorination (or use another means of disinfection) to comply with
the new TRC standard. Therefore, a compliance schedule of 18 months.from the effective date of the permit may
be added to any TRC limit added during the current permit renewal. This time period is allowed in order for the
facility to budget and design/construct the dechlorination and/or alternative disinfection system(s). The NPDES
Unit has promulgated minimum design criteria in order to expedite permitting of dechlorination equipment.
cc: Coleen Sullins
.Regional Office Supen•isors (Dechlorination guidance attached)
Shannon Langley
ORIGINAL

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State of North Carolina F I L
Department of Environment and. Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
September 24, 2004
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
Little Switzerland Inn/Chalet Motor Lodge
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Whole Effluent Toxicity Testing
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
Little Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen: r
This is to inform you that a review of your toxicity self -monitoring report form for the month of July
2004 indicates a violation of the toxicity limitation specified in your NPDES Permit.
You should take whatever remedial actions are necessary to eliminate the conditions causing the effluent
toxicity violation(s). Your efforts may include conducting a Toxicity Reduction Evaluation (TRE) which is a
site -specific study designed to identify the causative agents of effluent toxicity, isolate the sources of toxicity,
evaluate the effectiveness of toxicity control options, and then confirm reductions in effluent toxicity. Please be
aware that North Carolina General Statutes provide for assessment of civil penalties for violations of NPDES
permit limitations and requirements.
The reverse side of this Notice contains important information concerning your Whole Effluent Toxicity`
Monitoring and, Reporting Requirements. Please note updated mailing addresses for submitting your Discharge
Monitoring Reports (DMRs) and Aquatic Toxicity (AT) Test Forms. We encourage you to review this
information and if it would be helpful to discuss this situation or possible solutions to resolve effluent toxicity
noncompliance, please contact Mr. Keith Haynes with this office at [phone].
Sincerely,
Forrest estall
Regional Water Quality Supervisor
cc:Keith-Haynes-Asheville=Regional-Office-}
Aquatic Toxicology, -,Unit
Central Files
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity
testing and reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or
include all the toxicity testing and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any
questions about your toxicity testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at
[phone] or another Unit representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that
toxicity report forms are appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with
the appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be subx}tted to the followingaddress:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the
reporting period (eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity
testing upon failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower
than the permit limit, then at least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the
following two months. As many analyses as can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require
use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either
single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity testing per the Divisions WET enforcement
initiatives effective July 1,1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will influence the Divisions
enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity
monitoring requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and
December, then toxicity testing must be conducted during these months).
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30,
then you must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not
occur during the first six months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the
Environmental Sciences Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was
invalidated and the date when follow-up testing will occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete
the information block located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county
and the month/year of the subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit
following normal procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for
facilities which have not received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must
sign the AT form. The AT form must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submittinn
your toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.

ICI
January 31, 2006
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secfetary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Effluent Toxicity Testing.
NPDES Permit No. NC0030996
Switzerland -Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.; Director
'--—Division of Waxer Quality
I FED a 2006LD
i
This is to inform you that the Environmental Sciences Section has not received your toxicity self -monitoring
report form for the month of November 2005. This is in violation of Title' 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code,
Chapter 2, Subchapter 213, Section .0506 (a)(1)(A) which states that "monthly monitoring reports shall -be filed no later
than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report was made.."
On 1/12/06, Mr. Kevin Bowden received a call from you explaining toxicity reporting issues that occurred
beginning in August 2005. Please ensure toxicity testing is performed during the months March, June, September and
December. In the event toxicity testing is not conducted during these months due to "no flow"'from the facility, your
NPDES requires notification to our office in the form of a "no flow" AT test form. While toxicity reporting violations
subjects the facility to the.enforcement authority of the Division, I am, at this time, not considering an administrative
penalty for the series of violations that occurred beginning September through November 2005. Notices of Violation(s)
have.issued and will remain on record.
Please remember that reporting of toxicity self -monitoring data is a dual requirement. Toxicity test results must
be entered on your Discharge Monitoring Report and the Aquatic Toxicity Reporting Form (AT Report Form) must be
submitted to: DWQ/ESS, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1621 within the required time frame.
You will be considered noncompliant with the reporting requirements contained in your NPDES Permit for the
in of November-2005 until you make acceptable demonstration to the Environmental Sciences Section that the report
form was submitted to this office within the required 30 day reporting period -
The reverse side of this Notice contains a summary of important toxicity monitoring and reporting requirements.
Please read this one -page summary. If you have any questions concerning this Notice, please contact either Mr. Kevin
Bowden or Mr. Matt Matthews with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
on
Chief, Environmental Sciences Section .
cc: Roger Edwards-.Asbeville_Regi-pnal Office'
Keith all`ynes— Asheville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Files
Central Files
No chCarolina
IVahlra!!il
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1621 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www. esb.enr.state.nc.us 4401 Reedy Creek Rd. Raleigh, NC 27607 FAX [phone]
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and
reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity
testing and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity -
testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit
representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report
forms are appropriately filed.
The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is -a dual requirement. , All toxicity test results must be entered (with the
appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water.Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting
period (eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
i- Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon
failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at
least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as
can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure
of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either single concentration'toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity
testing per the Division's WET enforcement initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will
inlluence the Divisions enforcement response.
i Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity
testing must be conducted during these months).
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly monitoring will begin
immediately until such time that a single test is passed. Upon passing this monthly test requirement, the permittee will revert to the
quarterly months specified in the permit. Please note that your permit may or may not contain this language._
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you.
must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six
months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental
Sciences Section at (919). 733-2136 and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when
follow-up testing will occur. _ .
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you,should complete the
information block located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the
month/year of the subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal
procedures. „
The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which
have not received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT
form must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To, determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your
toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.

January 3, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399 -
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Effluent Toxicity Testing
NPDES Permit No. NCO030996
Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
D EC E V
JAN - 4 2006
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
This is to inform you that the Environmental Sciences Section has not received your toxicity self -
monitoring report form for the month of October 2005. This is in violation of Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Chapter 2, Subchapter 2B, Section .0506 (a)(1)(A) which states that "monthly monitoring
reports shall be filed no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report was made."
Your Discharge Monitoring Report for October 2005 does not indicate that a chronic toxicity test was
conducted. Please remember that reporting of toxicity self -monitoring data is a dual requirement. Toxicity test
results must be entered on your Discharge Monitoring Report and the Aquatic Toxicity Reporting Form (AT Report
Form) must be submitted to: DWQ/ESS, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1621 within the required
time frame.
You will be considered noncompliant with the reporting requirements contained in your NPDES Permit for
the month of October 2005 until you make acceptable demonstration to the Environmental Sciences Section that the
report form was submitted to this office within the required 30 day reporting period. In addition, if within the next
twelve (12) months. future reports are not received within the required time frame. you may be assessed a civil
penal .
The.reverse side of this Notice contains a summary of important toxicity monitoring and reporting
requirements. Please read this one -page summary. If you have any questions concerning this Notice, please contact
Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
CLrcton
Chief, Environmental Sciences Section
cc: j2gS&> dvv Ms --she file-�,gionffAMEUEM
Keith Haynes- Asheville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Files
Central Files
One
NorthCarollna
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1621 Mail Service Center' Raleigh, NC 27699-1621 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Intemet: esb.enr.state.nc.us 4401 Reedy Creek Rd. Raleigh, NC 27607 FAX [phone]
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and
reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity
testing and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity -
testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit
representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report
forms are appropriately filed.
The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the
appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
- —IN ADDPPIONY—
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting
ep riod (eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon
failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at
least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as
can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure
of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity
testing per the Division's WET enforcement initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will
influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity
testing must be conducted during these months).
➢ Should the permittee fail to monitor during„a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly monitoring will begin _
immediately until such time that a, single test is passed. Upon passing this monthly test requirement, the permittee will revert to the
- - -quarterly-months.specified-in-the -permit—Please-note-that your-permit-may-or-maynot-contain-this-language.-- - - -- -
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you
must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six
months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental
Sciences Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when
follow=up testing will occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the
information block located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the
month/year of the subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal
Procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which
have not received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT
form must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submitting your
toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.

November 28, 2005
CERTIFIED MAIL 700 -D3170'
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr: Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Effluent Toxicity Testing
NPDES Permit No. NC0030996
Switzerland Inn WWTP - - - -
McDowell County
Dear.Mr. Jensen:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and -Natural Resources
Director
Division of Water Quality
LE
Nov s o zoos ;DDD
- WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE.E&ONAL GEI=ICE
This is to inform you that the Environmental Sciences Section has not received your toxicity self -
monitoring report form for the month of September 2005. This is in violation of Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Chapter 2, Subchapter 2B, Section .0506' (a)(1)(A) which states that "monthly monitoring
reports shall be filed no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report was made."
Your Discharge Monitoring Report for September 2005 does not indicate that a chronic toxicity test was
conducted. Please remember.that reporting of toxicity self -monitoring data is a dual requirement. Toxicity -test
results must be entered on your Discharge Monitoring Report and the Aquatic Toxicity Reporting Form.(AT Report
Form) must be submitted to: DWQ/ESS, 1621 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1621 within the required
time frame.
You will be considerednoncompliant with the reporting requirements contained in your NPDES Permit for
the month of September 2005 until you make acceptable demonstration to the Environmental Sciences Section that
the report form was submitted to this office within the required 30 day reporting period. Additional reporting and/or
monitoring violations within a twelve (12) month period subjects the facility to the enforcement authority of the
Division.
The reverse side of this Notice contains a summary of important toxicity monitoring and reporting
requirements. Please read this one page summary and if you have any questions concerning this Notice, please
contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
Jimmie Overton
Chief, Environmental Sciences Section
cc: &%m&dwaaM va ' Regional Offic
Keith Haynes- Asheville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Files
Central Files
Nco ehCarolina
Aatum!!y
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1621 Phone (919)' 733-9960 Customer Service
Internet: esb.enr.state.mus 4401 Reedy Creek Rd. Raleigh, NC 27607 FAX [phone]
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ . The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and
reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity
testing and reporting requirements contained in your. NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity -
testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit
representative at the same number. - • ' `
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report
forms are appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the
appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted'to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting
period (eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon
failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at
.least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two -months. As many analyses as
can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration -toxicity testing upon failure
of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity
testing per the Division's WET enforcement initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will
influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity
testing must be conducted during these months).
➢ Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then' monthly monitoring will begin
immediately until such time that a single test is passed. Upon passing this monthly test requirement, the permittee will revert to the
quarterly months specified in t ermit -Pleas- a rio`te that your pemvt may'oi may not -contain -this -language.-~—
➢ If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have, a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you
must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section'by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six
months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental
Sciences Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when
follow-up testing will occur.
➢ If your facility is required to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should, complete the
information block located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the
month/year of the subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT -form, sign - the form_.,and submit. following normal
procedures.
➢ The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which
have not received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT
form must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, you may consider submittingyour
toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.

N
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February 7, 2005
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Effluent Toxicity Testing
NPDES-Permit.No.-NC0030996_
SwitzerlandiIhi` WWrTP �r;l:
McD5w611-County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
- "'I- Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
This is to inform you that the Environmental Sciences Section has not received your toxicity self -monitoring report
form for the month of November 2004. This is in violation of Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Chapter 2,
Subchapter 2B, Section .0506 (a)(1)(A) which states that "monthly monitoring reports shall be filed no later than 30 days after
the end of the reporting period for which the report was made."
The Division is aware that Switzerland Inn is closed during the winter months. We also understand the facility is
investigating options for alternative discharge to surface waters.
Your Discharge Monitoring Report for November 2004 indicated, "closed no flow until May 2005. " We note that
toxicity testing months were modified in the reissued NPDES Permit (effective 2/l/05) from February, May, August and
November, to March, June September and December. Please note your NPDES requires you to submit AT test forms labeled
"No Flow" to this office during those months in which the facility is required to perform toxicity testing and no discharge to
surface waters occurs. The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement.
You will be considered noncompliant with the reporting requirements contained in your NPDES Permit for the month
of November 2004 until you make acceptable demonstration to the Environmental Sciences Section that the. report form was
submitted to this office within the required 30-day reporting period. In addition if within the next twelve Q 2) months, future
reports are not received within the required time frame you may be assessed a civil penalty.
The reverse side of this Notice contains a summary of important toxicity monitoring and reporting requirements.
Please read this one page summary and if you have any questions concerning this Notice, please contact Mr. Matt Matthews,
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Supervisor at [phone].
Sincerely,
JiYOon, Chief �t4_t
Environmental Sciences Section
cc: Jim Reid= Asheville Regional-Office---�
Roy Davis- Asheville Regional Office
Keith Haynes- Asheville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit Files
Central Files
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
NorthCarolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1621 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: http://www.esb.enr.state.nc.us 4401 Reedy Creek Rd. Raleigh, NC 27607 FAX [phone]
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WHOLE EFFLUENT TOXICITY MONITORING AND REPORTING INFORMATION
➢ The following items are provided in an effort to assist you with identifying critical and sometimes overlooked toxicity testing and
reporting information. Please take time to review this information. The items below do not address or include all the toxicity
testing and reporting requirements contained in your NPDES permit. If you should have any questions about your toxicity -
testing requirement, please contact Mr. Kevin Bowden with. the Aquatic Toxicology Unit at [phone] or another Unit
representative at the same number.
➢ The permittee is responsible for ensuring that toxicity testing is conducted according to the permit requirement and that toxicity report
forms are appropriately filed.
➢ The reporting of whole effluent toxicity testing data is a dual requirement. All toxicity test results must be entered (with the
appropriate parameter code) on your monthly Discharge Monitoring Report which is submitted to:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
IN ADDITION
Toxicity test data (original "AT" form) must be submitted to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
➢ Toxicity test results shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than 30 days after the end of the reporting
period (eg, January test result is due by the end of February).
➢ Toxicity test condition language contained in your NPDES permit may require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon
failure of any single quarterly toxicity test. If the initial pass/fail test fails or if the chronic value is lower than the permit limit, then at
least two multiple concentration toxicity tests (one per month) will be conducted over the following two months. As many analyses as
can be completed will be accepted. If your NPDES permit does not require use of multiple concentration toxicity testing upon failure
of any single quarterly test, you may choose to conduct either single concentration toxicity testing or multiple concentration toxicity
testing per the Division's WET enforcement initiatives effective July 1, 1999. Follow-up multiple concentration toxicity testing will
influence the Division's enforcement response.
➢ Toxicity testing months are specified by the NPDES Permit, except for NPDES Permits which contain episodic toxicity monitoring
requirements (eg, if the testing months specified in your NPDES permit are March, June, September, and December, then toxicity
testing must be conducted during these months).
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly monitoring will begin
immediately until such time that a single test is passed. Upon passing this monthly test requirement, the permittee will revert to the
quarterly months specified in the permit. Please note that your permit may or may not contain this language.
If your NPDES Permit specifies episodic monitoring and your facility does not have a discharge from January 1-June 30, then you
must provide written notification to the Environmental Sciences Section by June 30 that a discharge did not occur during the first six
months of the calendar year.
➢ If you receive notification from your contract laboratory that a test was invalidated, you should immediately notify the Environmental
Sciences Section at [phone] and provide written documentation indicating why the test was invalidated and the date when
follow-up testing will occur.
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➢ If your facility is required_ to conduct toxicity testing during a month in which no discharge occurs, you should complete the
information block located at the top of the AT form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county and the
month/year of the subject report. You should also write "No Flow" on the AT form, sign the form and submit following normal
procedures.
➢' The Aquatic Toxicity Test forms shall be signed by the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) except for facilities which
have not received a facility classification. In these cases, a duly authorized facility representative must sign the AT form. The AT
form must also be signed by the performing lab supervisor.
➢ To determine if your AT test forms were received on time by the Division of Water Quality, , ov u may consider submitting your
toxicity test results certified mail, return receipt requested to the Environmental Sciences Section.

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H: Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, N.C.
Dear Mr. Jensen:
December 15, 2009
28749-0399
IDDEC 2 8 2009 t
VVATER QUALITY SECTION f
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE f
Subject: Issuance 6MPMS-Permit-T
The Switzerland Inn WWTP
McDowell County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the
subject permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit.
This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-
215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement. between North Carolina and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
This final permit includes the following changes from the draft permit sent
to you on October 7, 2009:
➢ As you requested, Temperature monitoring has been changed to 2/Week.
The Division cannot grant your request to remove the whole effluent toxicity (WET)
test from the permit. In 1991, WET testing was chosen by your facility instead of effluent
ammonia limits. Given the seasonal nature of your facility's operation; your sampling and
analysis costs may be lower with the WET test.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this
permit are unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written
request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the
form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General
Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings'(6714 Mail Service Center;
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision, shall be
final and binding.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper
NorthCarolina
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Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division.
The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This
permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be
required by the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land
Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental
permit that may be required. .
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at
telephone number [phone].
Sin erely,
een H. Sullins
cc: Central Files /
Asheville Regional' Offce/Surface Water Protection.'
NPDES Unil;-
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Permit NC0030996.
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
'DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In, compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations
promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gary Jensen
is hereby authorized to discharge treated domestic wastewater from a facility located at
The Switzerland Inn
86 High Ridge Road
Little Switzerland
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek in the Catawba River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II,
III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective January 1, 2010.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2014.
Signed this day December 15, 2009

Permit NCO030996 .
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
Gary Jensen is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of the following
treatment units:
• Two grease traps [2500 gallons each]
• Septic tank [10,000 gallons]
• Dosing tank [2500 gallons]
• Surface sand filter
• Tablet chlorination & dechlorination
The facility is located near Little Switzerland on High Ridge Road at The Switzerland Inn in
McDowell County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map through outfall 001 into an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek, currently classified C-HQW
waters in Hydrologic Unit 03050101 in the Catawba River Basin.
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NCO030996 - The SwitzerLand Inn
Latitude: 35' 50' 56" Longitude: 82' 05' 23"
uad #: Little Switzerland, N.C.
Stream Class: C-HQW
Receiving Stream: Unnamed Tributary to Buchanan Creek
Sub -Basin: 03-08-30 Hydrologic Unit Code: 03050101
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Pen -nit NCO030996
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the
Permittee as specified below:
Parameter
Limits
Monitoring Requirements
Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Fre uenc
Sample Type
Sample Locationl
Flow
0.01 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 200C
36.0 mVL
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NHA
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/ 100ml
400/ 100ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Minimum daily average > 5.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen\
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Temperature
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Total Residual Chlorine
TRC 2
17 pg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Chronic Toxicity3
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. Upstream = at least 100 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream = at least 300 feet downstream from the
outfall.
2. The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory including field certified.
However, effluent values below 50 µg/1 will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
3. Chronic Toxicity (Ceriodaphnia) at 90%: March, June, September, December (see A. (2)).
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

Permit NCO030996
A. (2) CHRONIC TOXICITY PERMIT LIMIT (Quarterly)
The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality
to Ceriodaphnia dubia at an effluent concentration of 90%.
The permit holder shall perform at a minimum, quarterly monitoring using test procedures outlined in the
"North .Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised February 1998, or subsequent
versions or "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February
,1998) or subsequent versions. The tests will be performed during the months of March, June, September and
December. Effluent sampling for this testing shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent
discharge below all treatment processes.
If the test procedure performed as the first test of any single quarter results in a failure or ChV below the
permit limit, then multiple -concentration testing shall be performed at a minimum, in each of the two
following months as described in "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure"
(Revised -February 1998) or subsequent versions.
The chronic value for multiple concentration tests will be determined using the geometric mean of the
highest concentration having no detectable impairment of reproduction or survival and the lowest
concentration that does have a detectable impairment of reproduction or survival. The definition of
"detectable impairment," collection methods, exposure regimes, and further statistical methods are specified
in the "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or
subsequent versions.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the months in which tests were performed, using the parameter code TGP3B for
the pass/fail results and THP3B for the Chronic Value. Additionally, DWQ Form AT-3 (original) is to be sent
to the following address:
Attention: NC DENR / DWQ / Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Branch no later than
30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete, accurate, include all supporting chemical/physical measurements and all
concentration/response data, and be certified by laboratory supervisor and ORC or approved designate
signature. Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine
is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is
required, the permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form
indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the
notation of "No Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental
Sciences Branch at the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, monitoring
will be required during the following month.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of
Water Quality indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified
to include alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the -results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR and all AT
Forms submitted.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control organism
survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an invalid
test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month following the.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A.. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall
be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or ."the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as. amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
DIpass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Dav
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period'that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected .over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured.at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
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totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following
restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour
sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge' concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.2)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]' shall be considered =1.
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Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the -receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
Monthly Average (concentration limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
•Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(l) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the -reasonable control of the. Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack, of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions
or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate
the requirement.
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b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or
any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8) of the
Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319 (d) and 40
CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who ne,gligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the
Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of
" the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
d. Any person who knomin,gly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1219
(g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
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of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of. this permit does not convey any property rights in either "real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder. of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to .receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Siano atory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a'president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation- of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
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term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (0].
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 214.0105 (b) (2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
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Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility, by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system._ Such operator must hold a.certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited' at least weekly
➢ ,Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding„holidays "
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204..
Once the facility is- classified, 'the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:. =
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification'of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation 'and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency: The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance'also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)]: l - ' "
NOTE: Properly. and ' officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation .and
maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator
[subcontractor] or a member.of the Permittee's.-staff.,
3. Need to. Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations . [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
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The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods 'of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. U sets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset
has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
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reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable, requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124) to prevent
the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of
alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples. collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)]. .
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reportingperiod.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following _the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices. shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to;this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lab/cert.htm) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
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Personnel conducting testing of field -certified parameters must hold the appropriate field parameter
certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.
If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including.
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by requestofthe Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
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b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
C. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application processor not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan:
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports .
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required .by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days , of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
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b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (l) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following.
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of
all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making
any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in
NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more
than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR
122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
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The report "shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / DWQ / Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the.treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by,the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with'the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit,'if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter 000 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol;'and one milligram per liter
(1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels';
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions —apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (b) (i) and (j)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the POTWs NPDES Permit or prevents sewage sludge use
or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC
2H.0903 (b) (13)]
Pass —Throw h
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the POTW's NPDES permit, or of an instream water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This
definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they
convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also means the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in
section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a
treatment works. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (27)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 2H.0903
(b) (34)]:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding
sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or;
(b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of
the maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or;
(c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard, or;
(d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise determined by the POTW, the Division, or
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTWs operation or for violating any
pretreatment standard or requirement or POTWs receiving stream standard, or to limit the POTWs sludge
disposal options.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the
operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the
treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.2]
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b)]:
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1: Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, including pump and
hauled waste, which would be subject to section 301 or -306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those
pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information. on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the
quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from industries
using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge: At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to 'specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water
quality standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste
treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference
as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)]
b. Under no circumstances' shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5 (b)]:
1.. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW; including, but not limited to,.
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60. degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21; -
2. Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with
PH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
3: Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the f[ow in the POTW resulting
in Interference;
4. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants. (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a
flow rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
5. Heat in amounts which will may inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference,
but in no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds .
40°C (104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature
limits;
6. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
7.1 Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW -in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
8. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge'points designated by the POTW.
C. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the WWTP, including slug loads and
other unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the permittee's Pretreatment
Program and/or the operation of the WWTP.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the WWTP to the Director or the appropriate Regional
Office. Any information shall be'provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became
aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of
the discharge, the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates
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and times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps
taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance
by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary
regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharger sending its effluent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which
includes categorical standards and locally derived limits and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a
new Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required
under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 0) (2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the Pretreatment
Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 0) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II
or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 211.0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SILO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.9 (1), (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS),
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (f) (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 2H.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 0) (1)], including identification of all industrial
users and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these industrial users and
identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Permittee shall submit a summary of
its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. The IWS
submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph B, 2, c, of this Part.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data
to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part II,
Section D, and Section E.5.). [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (2) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
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Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the
prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H.0909.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits shall
contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special conditions,
and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to assure that
their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The Permittee
shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from
all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2H.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143-
215.67 (a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AjQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable industrial
users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1 (a) (8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(d); 40 CFR 403.8(0(2)(v)]. The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -limited
pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from
July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled at least once per
calendar year; For the purposes of this paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of
compounds listed in 40 CFR 136.3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or
in 15A NCAC 211.0908. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(1); 40 CFR
122.440)(2)]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERPI
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations. All
enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the Division.
[15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; 40 CFR 4038(0(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PART
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be required to
submit a partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of
pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
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For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems Unit (PERCS)
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Industrial Users (IUs) in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms
approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSQ
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU)
and any monitoring data for other Industrial Users (IUs) in SNC. These analytical results must be
reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules,. public
notice of IUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director is
needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in Significant Non -Compliance
(SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment
requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four
months of the applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 2H .0903(b)(35, 0908(b)(5) and 0905 and 40
CFR 403.8(0(2)(vii�]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW. [15A NCAC 211.0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. [1.5A NCAC 2H .0906(a) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f (3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications,
POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be
considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 214.0114 and 15A NCAC 2H .0907.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality /
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
June 16, 2009
6 J U N 1 8 2009
GARY JENSEN -
OWNER WATER QUALITY SECTION
SWITZERLAND INN. ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
PO BOX 399
LITTLE SWITZERLAND NC 28749 .. ...__ .
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NC0030996 -
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County,_
Dear Mr. Jensen:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on June 15, 2009. A member of the NPDES
Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional -information is required to complete your
permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit
expires.
If you -have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Tom Belnick
at (919)-807-6390.
Sincerely,
Dina Sprinkle .
Point Source Branch
cc: CENTRAL FILES
Ashe Ii_e egio al Office/Surface Water Protection
PDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Noi-Marolina
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 1009/6 domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit NCOOjaqqL
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner. Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
city
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
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Street Address or State RoadIck
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State / Zip Code
County
3. Operator Information:
Name of the -firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name �&C e
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4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial ❑ Number of Employees
Commercial ❑ Number of Employees
Residential ❑ Number of Homes
School ❑ Number of Students/Staff
Other [ Explain: �—
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Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, -mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
3
Population served: ,
5. Type of collection system
l_Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points 1
Outfall Identification number(s)
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes ❑ No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map'showing the exact location of each outfallp.
4=1�clne
S. Frequency of Discharge: ❑ Continuous Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: IS fh iw
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper. `
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10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow MGD
Annual Average daily flow t C _� MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow -Odor \ MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on In an country?
❑ Yes No
12. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report -daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report'as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
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Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODS)
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Total Suspended Solids
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13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Other
Non -attainment program (CAA) '
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application- and that to the
best of my knowledge-
eaand belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed name f Person Signing r Title
Signaturb of Apprtatute
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North Carolina General 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, repoan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor Willia Possfr� S2cetary004
Alan Director
WATER QUALITY SECTION
December 17, 2004 ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Mr. Gary Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina 28749
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit:0003099.6
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McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently
amended) .
This final permit includes the following changes from the draft permit sent to you on October 27, 2004:
➢ The months for toxicity testing have been changed to March, June, September and December [as you
requested].
➢ The Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) limit in this permit takes effect August 1, 2006. If you wish to explore
dechlorination options in, order to -comply with the limit, consult the enclosed guidance document.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision
shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact
Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNI-D By
�USAN A. WILSON
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Central Files_ _
Asheville Regional Office/Water Quality Section
NPDES Unit
Aquatic Toxicology Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCarohna
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Permit NCO030996
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gary Jensen
is hereby authorized to discharge treated domestic wastewater from a facility located at
The Switzerland Inn
Blue Ridge Parkway@ U.S. Highway226A
Little Switzerland
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributaryto Buchanan Creek in the Catawba River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III
and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2005.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31 2009.
Signed this day December 17, 2004.
ORIGINAL SIGNED Ff
SUSAN A. WILSON
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Permit NCO030996
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked.
As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore,
the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Gary Jensen is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of the following
treatment units:
• Septic tank
• Dosing tank
• Surface sand filter
• Tablet chlorinator
• Tablet dechlorinator
The facility is located at the intersection of the Blue Ridge Parkway and U.S. Highway 226A
at The Switzerland Inn in McDowell County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on the
attached map through outfall 001 into .an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek,- classified
GHQW waters in the Catawba River Basin.

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Latitude:
35' 50' 56" Sub -Basin: 03--08-30
Longitude:
82' 05' 23"
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Little Switzerland, N.C.
Stream Class:
C-HQW
Receiving Stream:
Unnamed Tributary to Buchanan Creek
Permitted Flow:
0.01 MGD
Discharge Location
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Permit Na03O996
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on February 1, 2005 and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to
discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the
Permittee as specified below:
Parameter °
Lamits
Monitoring Reyuiiements
Morithly
AYerage
Daily
Maximum• ,
Measurement I
Freggency
Sam11 ple Type
Sample Locationl
Flow
0.01 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 20°C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3-N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/ 100ml
400/ 100ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Minimum daily average
> 5.0 m /L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Temperature
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Total Residual Chlorine
(TRC) 2
17 erg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Chronic Toxicity3
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
pH
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. Upstream = at least 100 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream = at least 300 feet downstream
from the outfall.
2. . The TRC limit takes effect August 1, 2006. Until then, the permittee shall monitor TRC [with no
effluent limit].
3. Chronic Toxicity (C n&aplmia) at 90%: March, June, September, December (see Part I. A. (2.)).
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
Defintions:
MGD — Million gallons per day
ml — Milliliter
mg/L — Milligram per liter
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A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY PERMIT LIMIT (Quarterly)
The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality to
Ceriodaphnia dubia at an effluent concentration of 90%.
The permit holder shall perform at a minimum, quarterly monitoring using test procedures outlined in the "North
Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised February 1998, or subsequent versions or
"North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or subsequent
versions. The tests will be performed during the months of March, June, September and December. Effluent
sampling for this testing shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment
processes.
If the test procedure performed as the first test of any single quarter results in a failure or ChV below the permit
limit, then multiple -concentration testing shall be performed at a minimum, in each of the two following months as
described in "North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or
subsequent versions.
The chronic value for multiple concentration tests will be determined using the geometric mean of the highest
concentration having no detectable impairment of reproduction or survival and the lowest.concentration that does
have a detectable impairment of reproduction or survival. The definition of "detectable impairment," collection
methods, exposure regimes, and further statistical methods are specified in the "North Carolina Phase II Chronic
Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or subsequent versions.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the months in which tests were performed, using the parameter code TGP3B for the
pass/fail results and THP313 for the Chronic Value. Additionally, DWQ Form AT-3 (original) is to be sent to the
following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Branch no later than 30 days
after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete, accurate, include all supporting chemicallphysical measurements and all
concentration/response data, and be certified by laboratory supervisor and ORC or approved designate signature.
Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for
disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, the
permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form indicating the
facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of "No Flow"
in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental Sciences Branch at the address
cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, monitoring will be
required during the following month.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified to include
alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control organism
survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an
invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during.the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass t
The known diversion of waste streams from -any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Dav
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite, Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative`of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director ' may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over, a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shallbe taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during, any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases,- effluent grab samples may be collected at
intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detention time of the
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed six hours nor
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Dai1-y Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWO or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 nil collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe properly damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
Up -set
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit ,effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.411.
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards' or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308; 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who rregligenty violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition•'or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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d. Any person who knonnhigjI, violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or' limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.,
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of this
permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder
of this permit,, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the- expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days .prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports,.or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed. as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary,, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22]
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above, or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility�or activity; such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A•duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority t40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons.
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Pennittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Tide 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b) (4)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least daily,. excluding weekends and holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources: necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. -The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense.
It shall notbe a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in, order to -maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]•
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
' provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten, days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
C. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such, as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of .equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if -adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing -Authority may approve an 'anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
0) of this section.
5. upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is 'final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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3. Flow 1Nleasurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shallretain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entrn
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
Permit;
C. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable, times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.410) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.410) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
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Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. "Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
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not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall -provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, not add to the plant's treatment
capacity, not change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct groundwater
monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current
groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
(1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application. '
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels';
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNCIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (,POTWs�
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to
section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of;effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0,'un-less the works is .specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
C. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature.at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or furnes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at.discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Pro rg ams
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit.
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 2H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
2. Industrial Waste Survey(IWS)
The Permittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey JWS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at least once every five years.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.5.).
4. Headworks Analysis A) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least once every five
years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any
subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation
of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.421. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 2H .0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
.0909.
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the- Permittee's treatment works. These permits
shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control
technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and
requirements. The Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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6. Authorization to Construct (A to C)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of
an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their SIUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. The Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -
limited pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the
period from July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled
once per calendar year;
8. SIU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit,
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
Enforcement Response Plan (ERPi
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations.
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports AR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be
required to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial
Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (L3PS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on
specific forms approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms DSE)
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Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SIU). These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms
(IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules,
public notice of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the
opinion of the Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment
implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division approved Sewer Use Ordinance with
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list
shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along
with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the POTW.
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment program.
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications 'to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H .0907.
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State of North Carol'_-,
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr.; Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Mr. GaryJensen
P.O. Box 399
Little Switzerland, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Jensen:
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Permit NCO030996
The Switzerland Inn
McDowell County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently
amended).
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days
following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be
final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Michael Myers at telephone number
[phone], extension 508.
Sincerely
Original Signed By
Ravid A. Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens
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Permit NCO030996
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gary Jensen
is hereby authorized to discharge treated domestic wastewater from a facility located at
The Switzerland Inn
Blue Ridge Parkway @ U.S. Highway 226A
Little Switzerland
McDowell County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek in the Catawba River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and. other conditions set forth in Parts 1, II, 111
and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective July 1, 2001.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31 2004.
Signed this day May 31, 2001.
Original Signed By
David A. Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0030996
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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Gary Jensen is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue operation of a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of the following treatment
units:
• Septic tank
• Dosing tank
• Surface sand filter
• Tablet chlorinator
• Tablet dechlorinator
The facility is located at the intersection of the Blue Ridge Parkway and U.S. Highway 226A at The
Switzerland Inn in McDowell County.
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map through outfall 001 into an unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek, classified C-HQW waters in
the Catawba River Basin.

Facility Information
Latitude:
35° 50' 56" Sub -Basin 03--08-30
Longitude:
82° 05' 23"
Quad #:
D 10 SE (LitHe Switzerland)
Stream Class:
C HQW
Receivine Stream
Unnamed Tnbutary to Buchanan Creek
Pemu#ed Flow
0.01 MGD
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Location `����r�
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NC0030996
No
McDowell County

Permit NCO030996
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND -MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
Effluent
Characteristics
Limits ::-
Monitoring Requirements -_
Monthly
Average
Daily:_::
� Maxiinum -
Measurement
'Frequency
Sample Type
Sample Lout on1 '
Flow
0.01 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day, 200C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3-N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/ 100m1
400/ 100ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
6.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
Upstream &
Downstream
Temperature
aily
Grab
Effluent
pHz
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Chronic Toxicity3
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
Upstream &
Downstream
Footnotes:
1. . Upstream = at least 100 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream = at least 300 feet downstream
from the outfall.
2. The pH of the effluent shall not be less than 6.0 nor greater than 9.0 (on the standard units scale).
3. Chronic Toxicity (Ceriodaphnia) at 90%: February, May, August, November (see Part I. A. (2.)).
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
Defintions:
MGD — Million gallons per day mg/L — Milligram per liter
ml — Milliliter BOD — Biochemical Oxygen Demand

Permit NCO030996
A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY PERMIT LIMIT (Quarterly)
The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality to
Ceriodaphnia dubia at an effluent concentration of 90%.
The permit holder shall perform at a minimum, quarterly monitoring using test procedures outlined in the "North
Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised February 1998, or subsequent versions or
"North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or subsequent
versions. The tests will be performed during the months of February, May, August, November. Effluent sampling for
this testing shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment processes.
If the test procedure performed as the first test of any single quarter results in a failure or ChV below the permit
limit, then multiple -concentration testing shall be performed at a minimum, in each of the two following months as
described in `North Carolina Phase II Chronic Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or
subsequent versions.
The chronic value for multiple concentration tests will be determined using the geometric mean of the highest
concentration having no detectable impairment of reproduction or survival and the lowest concentration that does
have a detectable impairment of reproduction or survival. The definition of "detectable impairment," collection
methods, exposure regimes. and further statistical methods are specified in the "North Carolina Phase II Chronic
Whole Effluent Toxicity Test Procedure" (Revised -February 1998) or subsequent versions.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the months in which tests were performed, using the parameter code TGP3B for the
pass/fail results and THP313 for the Chronic Value. Additionally, DWQ Form AT-3 (original) is to be sent to the
following address: V
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Branch no later than 30 days
after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete, accurate, include all supporting chemical/physical measurements and all
concentration/response data, and be certified by laboratory supervisor and ORC or approved designate signature.
Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for
disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, the
permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form indicating the
facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of "No Flow"
in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental Sciences Branch at the address
cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, monitoring will be
required during the following month.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified to include
alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control organism
survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an
invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month
following the month of the initial monitoring.

PARTI
Section B. Schedule of Compliance .
L The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations specified for discharges in accordance
with the following schedule:
Permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the permit unless
specified below.
2. Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the
existing facilities at optimum efficiency.
3. No later than 14 calendar days following a date identified in the above schedule of compliance,
the permitiee shall submit either a report of progress or, in the case of specific actions being
required by identified dates, a written notice of compliance or noncompliance. In the latter case,
the notice shall include the cause of noncompliance, any remedial actions taken, and the
probability of meeting the next schedule requirements.

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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTION A. DEFINITIONS
1. Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
2. DEM or "the Division"
Means the Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources.
3. EMC
Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Actor "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC
1251, et. seq.
5. Mass/Day Measurements
a. The "monthly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during a calendar month on which daily discharges are sampled and
measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such
month It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of the pollutant found
each day of the month and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were
reported. The limitation is identified as "Monthly Average"' in Part 1 of the permit.
b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily- discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar week (Sunday - Saturday) on which daily discharges are
sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during such week. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean - found by adding the weights of
pollutants found each day of the week and then dividing this sum by the number of days the
tests were reported. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" in Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily discharge" is the total mass (weight) of a pollutant discharged during a
calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant
calculated from it is the "maximum daily discharge." This limitation is identified as "Daily
Maximum," in Part I of the permit.
d. The "average annual discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled and
measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such
year. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of pollutants found each
day of the year and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were reported. This
limitation is defined as "Annual Average" in Part I of the permit.

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6. Concentration Measurement. .
a: The "average monthly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar.month on
which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges
sampled_ and/or measured during such month (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration
values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a composite sample or in
the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow value) of all the samples
collected during that calendar day. The average monthly count for fecal coliform bacteria is
the geometric mean of 'the counts for samples collected during a calendar month. This
limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
b. The "average weekly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the .sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week
(Sunday/Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the
number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such week (arithmetic mean of the
daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a
composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average weekly count for
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a
calendar week. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" under "Other Limits" in
Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily concentration" is the concentration of a pollutant discharge duringa
calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any.calendar day the concentration of
pollutant calculated from it is the "Maximum Daily Concentration". It is identified as "Daily
Maximum" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
.d. The "average annual concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the
concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar year on
which daffy discharges are sampled and measured divided by the number of daily discharges
sampled and/or measured during such year (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration
values). The daily concentration value is equal to the concentration of a composite sample or in
the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow value) of all the samples
collected during that calendar day . The average yearly count for fecal coliform bacteria is the
geometric mean of the counts for samples collected duringa' calendar year. This limitation is
identified as "Annual Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
e. The "daffy average concentration" (for dissolved oxygen) is the minimum allowable amount of
dissolved oxygen required to be available in the effluent prior to discharge averaged over a
calendar day. If only one dissolved oxygen sample is taken over a calendar day, the sample is
considered to be the "daily average concentration" for the discharge. It is identified as "daily
average" in the text of Part I.
f. The "quarterly average concentration" is•the average of all samples taken over a calendar
quarter. It is identified as "Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Part l of the permit.
g. A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through March,
April through June, July through September, and October through December.

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i. Other Measurements
a. Flow, (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours average flow, averaged
monthly. It is determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the
calendar month
b. An "instantaneous flow measurement" is a measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when
both the sample and flow will be representative of the total discharge.
c. A "continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge flow from the facility which occurs
continually without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except .for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for
infrequent maintenance activities on the flow device.
8. Types of Samples
a. Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of:
(1) a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period of discharge
and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(2) a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with the time
intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow
recorder and totalizer, and the present gallon interval between sample collection fixed at
no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(3) a single, continuous sample collected over a 24 hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
In accordance with (1) above, the time interval between influent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour, and the time interval between effluent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems having a detention time of
greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at time intervals
evenly spaced over the 24 hour period which are equal in number of hours to the detention time
of the system in number of days. However, in no case may the time interval between effluent
'grab samples be greater than six (6) hours nor the number of samples less than four (4) during a
24 hour sampling period.
b. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual samples collected over -a period of time not
exceeding 15 minutes; the grab sample can be taken manually. Grab samples must -be
representative of the discharge or the receiving waters.
9. Calculation of Means
a Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual
values divided by the number of individual values. I
b. Geometric Mean: The geometric mean of any set of values is the Nth root of the product of the
individual values where N is equal to the number of individual values. The geometric mean is
equivalent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual values.
For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one
0).
c. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by flow value means the summation of each concentration
times its respective flow divided by the summation of the respective flows.

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10. Calendar Day
M
A calendar day is defined as the period from midnight of. one .day until midnight of the next day.
However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive 24=hour• period that reasonably represents
the calendar day may be used for sampling.
11. Hazardous Substance
A hazardous substance means any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section
311 of the Clean Water Act. . "
12. Toxic -Pollutant
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
SECTION B. GENERAL CONDMONS
1. Dut,y toto Comply
The permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance
constitutes a violation of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit
termination, revocation and reissuanee, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application.
a. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section
307(a) of .the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or
disposal established under section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in
the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge
use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requiremgnt.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a
civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently
violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both. Any person who knowingly
violates permit conditions. is subject to criminal penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also, any person who violates a
perm# condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,000 per violation
with the maximum amount not to exceed $125,000. [Ref: Section 309 of the Federal Act 33
U.S.C.1319 and 40 CFR 122 41(a)]
c. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation
may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms,
conditions, or requirements of a permit. [Ref: North Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating
section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405- of the Act,- or any. permit ' condition or limitation
implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act.
Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with
the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed-$25,000. -Penalties for Class
II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the violation
continues, with the maximum amount of,any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $125,000.

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2. Duty to Mitigate
The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or
disposal in violation .of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting
human health or the environment.
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part I1, C-4) and 'Tower Failures" (Part If,
C-7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from any responsibilities,
liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of
the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages,
such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily
suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve
the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the permittee is or may
be subject to under NCGS 143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321.
Furthermore, the pemdttee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even
though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
5. Property Richts
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property,
or any exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of
-personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application
of any provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such
provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.
S. Duty to Provide Information
The permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any
information which the Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for
modifying, revoking and reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this
Permit. The permittee shall also furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of
records required to be kept by this permit.
9. Duty to Rea=ly
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of
this permit, the permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.

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10., Expiration of Permit
The ,permittee is not authorized to, discharge after the expiration date. In- order to receive
automatic. authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the permittee shall submit such
information, forms, and fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than
180 days prior to the expiration date. Any, permittee that has not -requested renewal at least 180
days prior to expiration, or any permittee that does not have a permit after the expiration and has
not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to, expiration; will subject the permittee to. enforcement
procedures as provided in NCGS I43-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq. .
11. Signatory RMiremen
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authoriiy shall be signed
and certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: 'by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a
..responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president
of the corporation in charge of a principal business .function, or any other .person who
performs similar policy or decision -.making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager
of one or more manufacturing production or operating facilities employing more than 250
persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures exceeding 25 million (in second quarter
1980 dollars), if authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager
in accordance -with corporate procedures.
(2Y For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor,
respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive
officer or ranking elected official.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person described above- or by a duly authorized representative of
that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if..
(I) The authorization is made in writing by, a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the
overall operation of the regulated. facility or activity, such as the position of plant
manager, operator of a - well or well field..', superintendent, a position of equivalent
responsibility, or an individual or position -having overall responsibility for environmental
matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named
individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
C. Certification. 'Any person signing a document under -paragraphs a. or b. -of this section shall
make the following certification:,
-1 certify, under penalty of law,. that this -document and all attachments were prepared under
my direction or- supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering
the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties -for submitting false .
information, including the possibility of Anes and imprisonment for knowing violations."

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12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for.cause. The filing of a request
by the permittee for a -permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a
notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition.
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance. or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and
modifying the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by
the laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and
123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Previous Permits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility,
whether for operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. (The exclusive
authority to operate this facility arises under this permit. The -authority to operate the facility
under previously issued permits bearing this number is no longer effective..] The conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions -of this permit authorizing discharge under the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 9OA44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the
facility by the Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such
operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the classification
assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The permittee
must .also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and any grade to comply
with the- conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. The 'ORC of the facility must visit each Class 1
facility at least weekly and each Class IL M, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends
and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the
facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. Once the
facility is classified, the permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission which
designates the operator in responsible charge within thirty days after the wastewater treatment
facilities are 50% complete.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of
treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation -and maintenance also
includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision
requires the operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities or similar systems which are installed by a
permittee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
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3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be -a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary
to halt or reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this
permit.
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Definitions
(1) 'Bypass" means the known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment
facility including the collection system, which is not a designed or established or operating
mode for the facility.
(2) "Severe property damage" means substantial physical damage to property, damage to the
treatment facilities which muses them to become inoperable, or substantial and permanent
loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage does not mean economic loss caused by delays in
production.
b. Bypass riot exceeding limitations.
The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which -does not cause effluent limitations to be
exceeded, but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation_ These
bypasses are not subject to the provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need. for a bypass, it shall
submit prior notice, if possible at -least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an
evaluation of the anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated'bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
required in Part II, E. 6. of.this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against
a permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to. prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property
damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment
facilities, retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of
equipment downtime. This condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should
have been installed in the'exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass
which occurred during normal periods of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance;
and
(C) The permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section.
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its
adverse affects, if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three
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5. s is
a. Definition.
"Upset " means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factors beyond the
reasonable control of the permittee. An upset does not include noncompliance to the extent
caused by operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment
facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
b. Effect of an upset.
An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such
technology based permit effluent limitations'.if-the requirements of paragraph c. of this
condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final
administrative action subject to judicial review.
c. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset.
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A permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate,
through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant evidence.that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset,
(2) The permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II, E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4). The permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II, B. 2. of this
permit.
d. Burden of proof.
In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of
wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-2151 and in a manner such
as to prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable
waters of the United States. The permittee shall comply with all existing federal regulations
governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of 40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued
by the Permit Issuing_ Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be reopened and
modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR Part 503. The
permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of
Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit
is not modified to incorporate the requirement. The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing
Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM Regulation;
Title 15A, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability, to prevent the
discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by
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SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampliinne,
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified; before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, . postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period. ,
The first•DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance'of the permit or in the case
of a new facility, on the last day of the month following. the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
following address:
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices
shall be selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of
monitored discharges. The devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the
accuracy of the measurements are consistent, with the accepted capability of that type of device.
Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than + 10%
from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Once -through
condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs; or pump hour meters as specified in
Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this
requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.63 et. sec, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations
Published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as
Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136, or in the case of sludge use or•disposal, approved under 40
CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been specified
in this permit.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce
minimum detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge -requirements and all
data generated must be reported down to' the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the
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reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the
lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tamperswith, or knowingly renders
inaccurate, any monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall,
upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for
not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a conviction of a .person is for a violation
committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph, punishment is a fine of not
more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years, or both.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's
sewage sludge use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five
years (or longer as required by 40 CFR 503), the ,permittee shall retain records of all monitoring
information, including all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip chart
recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by this permit,
for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application.
This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit; the pernuttee
shall record the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who perforated the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f . The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Enter
The permittee shall allow the Director; or an authorized representative (including an authorized
contractor acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other
documents as may be required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions ofthis permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions
of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control
equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as
otherwise authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location.

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SECTION E. REPORTING REOUIREMENTS
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein., shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit.
The discharge of any pollutant identified in this -permit more frequently than -or at a level in excess
of that authorized shall constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The permittee ,shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible, of any planned physical
alterations or additions to the permitted facility. Notice is -required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facilitymay meet one of the criteria for determining
whether a1acility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 122.29 (b); or
b. Thealteration or addition could significantly change the. -nature or increase the quantity of
pollutants discharged. This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to
effluent limitations in the permit,.nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 122.42 (a)
(D.. .
c. The -alteration or addition results in. a significant change in the permittee's sludge use or
disposal practices, and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of
' permit conditions that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including notification
of additional use or -disposal sites not reported during the permit application process or not
reported pursuant..to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncom 1p •anee
The permittee shall give advance notice to -the Director of any planned changes in the permitted
facility or activity which may result in noncompliance -with permit requirements.
_ 4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such other
.requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5. -Monitoring R=rts
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere .in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part 11. D. 2
of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use
or disposal practices.
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test
procedures specified in Part lI, D. 4. of this permit or. in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be
included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations. which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.

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6. Twenty four Hour Reporting
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any
noncompliance which may endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be
provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue, and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence
of the noncompliance.
b. The -following shall be included as information which must be reported within 24 hours under
this paragraph:
(1) Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(2) Any upset which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(3) Violation of a maximum daily discharge limitation for any of the pollutants listed by the
Director in the permit to be reported within 24 hours.
c. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under paragraph
b. above of this condition if the oral report has been received within 24 hours.
7. Other Noncompliance
The permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part H. E..5 and 6. of
this permit at the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information
listed in Part IL E. 6. of this permit.
S. Other Information
Where the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a _permit
application, or submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in' any report to the
Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or information.
9. Noncompliance Notification
The permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional
office of the Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working
day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence'of any of the following-
a-. Any ' occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the
dumping of the contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance
through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances.
b.. Any process unit failure, due to known orr unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of
adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical, failures of pumps, aerators,
compressors, etc
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass
directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such
station or facility.

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Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within '
5 days following first knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2) or Section 308 of the
Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terns shall be available for
public inspection at the offices of the Division ' of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent
data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false statement on any such
report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-2151(b)(2) or
in Section 309 of the Federal Act,
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person ' who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any record or other .document submitted or required to be
maintained under this permit, including monitoring • reports or reports of compliance or
noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation,
or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.

PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A. Construction
No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions to add to the plant's treatment
capacity or to change the type of process utilized at the treatment plant shall be begun until Final
Plans and Specifications have been submitted to the Division of Water Quality and written approval
and Authorization to Construct has been issued.
B. Groundwater Monitoring
The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct
groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted
facility with the current groundwater standards.
C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances .
The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe:
a.That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in_the discharge, on a routine or
frequent basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will
exceed the highest of the following "notification levels';
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/1);
(2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/1) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred
micrograms per liter (500 ug/1) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and
one miilligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony;
(3) Five (5) times- the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit
application
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine
or infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will
exceed the Highest of the following "notification levels"; ,
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/l);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony;
(3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value' reported for that pollutant in the permit
application
D. Requirement to Continually Evaluate Alternatives to Wastewater Discharges
The permittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most
environmentally sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in
substantial non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules,
regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit a report in such form and detail as required by the
Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within sixty (60) days of notification by the
Division.

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A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee .
within. 30: (thirty.), days. -after being_bffl%d- 3y :the -Division... ,Failure. to -pay. the fee -in
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Facility Information
Applicant/Facility Name4:
Applicant Address4:
Facility Address4:
Permitted Flow2,4,7:
Type of Waste2,4,7:
Facility/Permit Status4:
County2,4,7:
Miscellaneous
Receiving Stream2,4:
Stream Classificationl,2:
303(d) Listed?5:
Subbasin2:
Drainage Area (mi2): [calculated]
Summer 7Q10 (cfs)6:
Winter 7Q10 (cfs)6:
Average Flow (cfs)6:
IWC (%):
Primary SIC Code:
Regional Office:
USGS Topo Quad:
Permit Writer:
Date:
Summary
Switzerland Inn
P.O. Box 399, Blue Ridge Parkway
Intersection of Blue Ridge Parkway and 226A
0.01 MGD .
Domestic - Lodging (i.e. hotel, motel, quest houses, etc.)
Renewal
McDowell
Unnamed Tributary to Buchanan Creek
C HQW (reclassified on 4/1/99)
No
03-08-30
0.09 mil
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100 %
4952
Asheville
D 10 SE - Little Switzerland
Michael Myers
November 20, 2000
The Switzerland Inn requires a NPDES discharge permit to dispose of treated domestic
wastewater to waters of the state. Switzerland Inn's NPDES permit has expired and they have
requested renewal of their permit. The Division of Water Quality's NPDES Unit issues permits
for individually permitted facilities, and determines conditions that must be achieved prior to
discharging wastewater. This fact sheet summarizes the rationale used to determine permit
limits and conditions.
Switzerland Inn owns and operates a 0.01 MGD wastewater treatment plant in the Catawba
River Basin2.4. The receiving stream is defined as a zero flow stream with a positive 30Q2 flow.
The facility was originally permitted in 1981, with the last renewal in April 1995. The permit
underwent two significant changes in 1991 and 1995.
Fact Sheet
NPDES Renewal
Page 1.

In 1991, a toxicity test was inserted into the permit. In situations W110monia toxicity is a
concern facilities are given the option of an ammonia limit or toxicity test. There is a ammonia
toxicity issue associated with this discharge, therefore a toxicity test requirement was included
as a condition for the permit.
The 1995 permit renewal contained a special condition that required the facility to connect to a
POTW if service became available to the area. Therefore, this special condition was included in
the permit because it is noted that connection to a sewer may become feasible. The Division is
no longer inserting this permit condition in permits. The Division now requires that NPDES
dischargers continually update the facilities Engineering Alternatives Analysis.
Current Stream Conditions
The unnamed tributary to Buchanan Creek was reclassified in April 1999 from WS-III to C
HQW.
The receiving stream combines with Buchanan Creek with the flow eventually reaching
Armstrong Creek. Armstrong Creek contains a Benthic and Fish Community site downstream
of the confluence of Buchanan Creek and Armstong Creek3. The Benthic site was rated as
'excellent' and the fish community was 'good -fair, however, interpretation of these results is
difficult because of the distance and other inputs between the discharge and the sampling
station3.
Instream Monitoring
Current requirement: Upstream and downstream DO, temperature, fecal coliform and
conductivity7.
Recommended requirement: Upstream and downstream DO and temperature monitoring
Removal of conductivity and fecal monitoring is rem commended. A review of the instreadata
for fecal and conductivity generally indicated excellent water quality for the pollutants of
concern.
Compliance Summary: (see Appendix B)
May 1999 - Toxicity, failure; NOV issued 7/22/99
November 1998 - No toxicity report received; NOD issued 1/20/99
October 1998 - Toxicity failure; NOV issued 12/18/98
September 1998 - Toxicity failure; NOV issued 11/23/98
August 1998 - Toxicity failure; NOV issued 10/22/98
May 1998 - fecal coliform limit violation; NOV issued 8/4/98
May 1998 - fecal coliform limit violation; NOV issued 6/29/98
November 1997 - No toxicity report received; NOD issued 1/26/98
August 1997 - Toxicity failure; NOV issued 10/24/97
July 1996 - BOD limit violation; NOV issued 9/30/96
May 1996 - BOD and fecal limit violations; NOV issued8/5/96
May 1996 - Toxicity failure; NOV issued 7/26/96
Toxicity Testing
Current Requirement7; Quarterly Chronic Toxicity P/F @ 90% Feb, May, Aug, Nov
Recommended Requirement: Quarterly Chronic Toxicity P/F @ 90% Feb, May, Aug, Nov
Fact. Sheet
NPDES Renewal
Page. 2

Proposed Changes
Remove in -stream fecal and conductivity monitoring. Over the last two years the facility has
demonstrated reliable disinfection. Additionally, in -stream fecal and conductivity data over
the past two years generally indicates excellent fecal and conductivity levels.
The limit for DO will remain at 6.0 mg/L based on the C HQW classification for the receiving
water.
The classification of the receiving stream has changed from WS-III to C HQW.
The special condition requiring the facility to connect shall be removed.
The facility will be reminded that the Engineering Alternatives Analysis shall be updated
routinely for economically feasible alternative to discharge.
Proposed Schedule for Permit Issuance
Draft Permit to Public Notice: December 13, 2000.
Permit Scheduled to Issue:
References
1. Division of Water Quality's Basinwide Information Management System, November 29,
2000, htW://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/bims/reports/basinsandwaterbodies/alpha/Neuse.pdf
2. 1994. NPDES Regional Staff Report for The Chalet Motor Lodge, August 9,1994,
Asheville Regional Office
3. 1999. Catawba River Basinwide Water Quality Plan. North Carolina Division of Water
Quality, Water Quality Section.
4. 1999. NPDES Permit Application Short Form D, The Switzerland Inn.
5. 2000. 303(d) List of North Carolina Impaired Waters - Draft. North Carolina Division of
Water Quality, Water Quality Section. Copies obtained through Planning Branch,
Archdale Building, 512 N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina.
6. 1993. Low Flow Characteristics of Streams in North Carolina, United States Geological
Survey Water -Supply Paper 2403. Copies obtained at U.S. Geological Survey, Map
Distribution, Box 25286, MS306, Federal Center, Denver, CO 80225.
7. 1995. NC0030996'NPDES Permit. Issued to Mr. Gary R. Jensen, April 30 2000. Copies
obtained through The Division of Water Quality, Central Files, Archdale Building, 512
N. Salisbury St., Raleigh, North Carolina.
State Contact
If you have any questions on any of the above information or on the attached permit, please
contact Michael Myers at [phone] ext. 508.
NAME:
NPDES SUPERVISOR
DATE:
NAME: DATE:
Fact Sheet
NPDES Reneival
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
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September 4, 2007
Mr. Jensen
The Switzerland Inn
PO Box 399
Little Switzerland, NC 28749
SUBJECT: Wastewater Collection System
Owner & Operator Requirements
The Switzerland Inn
NC0030996
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Jensen:
I would like to take this opportunity to discuss the requirements for sewerage collection
systems that were first established in 15 NCAC .02H .0200 in March 2000 and are now found in
15 NCAC 2T .0403, Waste Not Discharged to Surface Waters, which became effective
September 1, 2006. These Regulations place significant operation, maintenance and reporting
requirements on those entities that own or. operate a wastewater collection system with average
daily flows of less than 200,000 gallons per day..
These- regulations are applicable "to your facility: This letter is provided as guidance
to assist you in complying with the new reporting and operations and maintenance �(O&M)
requirements and to advise you that you are subject to system review, inspections and possible
enforcement, if the system is not in compliance with the regulation.
, For your convenience and easy reference, a highlight of these requirements and the
following guidance are offered (see enclosed). You may find the regulations using the following
web site: http://h2o.enr.state.n6.us/peres/Collection°/o20SVstems/CollectionSystemsHome.htmI
The Asheville Regional Office will be increasing the, level of oversight, compliance
activities and enforcement relating to collections systems, therefore, we wanted to be sure you
are aware of the requirements for these systems. We will be performing NPDES Wastewater
Collection System inspections sometime in the near future.
NonirthCarolina
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If this Office has not previously inspected your wastewater collection system and records
of same, you should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with all criteria listed above.
Enclosed is an= inspection form that you can use to assemble your records prior to an inspection
by the_staffyof this office.:
This Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant on staff to offer assistance to
you in complying with the requirements of these regulations. Should you have questions or
need additional information regarding this issue, please contact Don Price at [phone].
Should you have any other questions concerning this correspondence or the
requirements relating to collection systems, please contact Roy Davis or Keith Haynes at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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