NC0025496_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (7)

FILE
ROY COOPER
Covet -nor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretory
S. DANIEL SMITH
Director
Certified Mail # 7017 2620 0000 6789 4957
Return Receipt Requested
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
April 8, 2020
Steve Zickefoose, City Manager
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2020-LV-0260
Permit No. NCO025496
Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Dear Zickefoose:
A review of the February 2020 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 2/8/2020 45 63.94 Weekly Average Exceeded
Concentration (CO530)
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. 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 (SOC).
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If you have any questions concerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, please contact Ori Tuvia of the
Mooresville Regional Office at 704-663-1699.
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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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 1 2 15 I 3 I NCO025496 I11 121 18/04/19 I17 18 LSJ 19 L C i 201 16
211 I I I I I I I I I II 111I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I II I I I I I 166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----------- ----- --Reserved------- ---- ---
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71 I„72 L J 73 I 74 75I III I I
1 0 70 dj
80
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)
09:30AM 18/04/19
16/11/01
Lincolnton WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
550 W Hwy 150 Bypass
12:05PM 18/04/19
20/07131
Lincolnton NC 28092
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Donald A Burkey/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 280930617/Public Works
No
Director/704-736-8940/7047368959
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit N Flow Measurement Operations & MaintenancE Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program E Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
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Name(s) and Signature(s) of inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Ori A Tuvia MRO WQ//704-663-1699/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Andrew Pitner MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.21
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
M cal �- - e l l / 2s/p gy

NPDES ydmo/day Inspection Type
31 NCO025496 I1 121 18/04/19 117 18 1,1
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018 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
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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: The subject permit expires on 7/31/2020.
The City implements an approved Industrial Pretreatment Program.
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
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
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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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on each shift?
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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Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
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Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
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Comment: The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well maintained. DMRs,
COCs ORC visitation logs bench sheets, and calibration logs, were reviewed for the period
July 2017 through September 2017.
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
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Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
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# Is the facility using a contract lab?
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
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Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
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Comment: Influent and effluent analyses_(includinq field parameters) are performed under the Citv's
on -site certified laboratory W 53). The laboratory instrumentation used for field analyses
appeared to be properly calibrated and documented. The following commercial laboratories
(NC certified) have been contracted to provide analytical support:
Prism Labs (COD, total nitrogen, total phosphorus
Blue Ridge Labs (metals, cyanide, Oil and Grease, Phenols, Bis-Phalte, Hardness
Two Rivers Utilities: Low level mercury)
Meritech: toxicity pollutant scan
Influent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
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Is sample collected above side streams?
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Is proper volume collected?
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Is the tubing clean?
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
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Comment: The subject permit requires influent composite BOD and TSS samples. The facility staff
perform and document monthly aliquot verifications.
Effluent Sampling
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
representative)?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: The subject permit requires composite and grab effluent samples. The facility staff perform
and document monthly aliquot verifications on the sampler used for daily sampling.
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Sampling
Upstream / Downstream Sampling
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and
sampling location)?
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
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?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: The facilitv appeared to be adequately treating wastewater at the time of the inspection. The
facility staff incorporate a comprehensive process control program with all measurements
being properly documented and maintained on -site.
The facility is equipped with a SCADA system to assist the staff with the operation of the
treatment units/processes The audible and visual alarms are tested (and documented) on a
monthly basis.
Pump Station - Influent
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are float controls operable?
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
Comment: The influent passes through a muffin monster prior to entering the wet well.
Flow Measurement - Influent
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
Yes
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Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/2/2018 by Clearwater, Inc
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility:
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018 Inspection Type:
Lincolnton WWTP
Compliance Evaluation
Bar Screens
Yes
No NA NE
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
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Is the screen free of excessive debris?
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Is disposal of screening in compliance?
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Is the unit in good condition?
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Comment: The bar screenings are disposed into an open dumpster equipped
with a drain plug
Grit Removal
Yes
No
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Type of grit removal
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
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Is the grit free of excessive odor?
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# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
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Comment: Screenings and grit are disposed at the County Landfill
Oxidation Ditches
Yes
No NA NE
Are the aerators operational?
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Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
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# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
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Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation Ext. Air
Type of aeration system Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots? ❑ D El
Are surface aerators and mixers operational? ❑ ❑ El
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Permit: NCO025496
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes
No NA NE
Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Comment: Three of four aeration basins were in service.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
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Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
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Is the drive unit operational?
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Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
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Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately '/4 of the sidewall depth)
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Comment: Both secondary clarifiers were operational and in service.
Pumps-RAS-WAS Yes No NA NE
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Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes
No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
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Is flow meter calibrated annually?
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Is the flow meter operational?
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(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
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Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/2/18 by Clearwater, Inc.
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
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(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
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Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
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Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
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Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
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Comment:
De -chlorination
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No NA NE
Type of system ?
Liquid
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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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Comment: Aqueous sodium bisulfite is used for dechlorination.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Chemical Feed
Yes
No NA NE
Is containment adequate?
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Is storage adequate?
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Are backup pumps available?
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Is the site free of excessive leaking?
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Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes
No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
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Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
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If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
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Comment: The effluent appeared clear with no floatable solids and trace foam (entrained air). The foam
dissipated less than fifty (50) yards downstream of the outfall.
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Permit: NC0025496
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Anaerobic Digester
Yes No NA NE
Type of operation:
Floating cover
Is the capacity adequate?
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# Is gas stored on site?
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Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
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Is the gas burner operational?
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Is the digester heated?
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Is the temperature maintained constantly?
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Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
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Comment: The facility is equipped with three anaerobic digesters
and three storage tanks Did not
inspect in this inspection
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes No NA NE
Is the equipment operational?
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Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
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Is storage adequate?
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Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
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Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
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Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
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The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
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Comment: Waste activated sludge (WAS) is thickened by a DAF unit prior to being pumped to the
anaerobic digesters. Did not inspect in this inspection
Drying Beds
Is there adequate drying bed space?
Is the sludge distribution on drying beds appropriate?
Are the drying beds free of vegetation?
# Is the site free of dry sludge remaining in beds?
Is the site free of stockpiled sludge?
Is the filtrate from sludge drying beds returned to the front of the plant?
# Is the sludge disposed of through county landfill?
# Is the sludge land applied?
(Vacuum filters) Is polymer mixing adequate?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 04/19/2018
Dryinq Beds
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Comment: Land application is the Primary disposal of the bio-solids: however, the drvina beds are used
during emergency situations when wet weather prevents land application (Last used on
December 2017). The drying beds are also periodically used for the disposal of landfill
leachate, tank cleaning/pump station maintenance, and septage (infrequent).
The drying bed sections currently being used contained excessive vegetation (including
several trees) and require extensive maintenance. If the facility continues to Periodically use
the drying beds, then the previously rehabbed sections should be placed into operation.
Please be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be properly operated and
maintained at all times [NPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part II, Section C(2)
— Proper Operation and Maintenancel. If the drying beds are no longer needed, they could be
removed from the permit in the next renewal, but until such time they are required to be
Properly maintained.
Standby Power
Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
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Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
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Is the generator tested under load?
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Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
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Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
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Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
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Is the generator fuel level monitored?
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Comment: The facility is equipped with two backup generators. Both generators are tested monthly (not
under load) and serviced twice per year by a contracted company. The contracted company
tests the generators under load during each servicing event.
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ROY COOPER
Govemor
HCHAEL S. REGAN
secretory
L1NDA CULPEPPER
Director
NORTH C AROLINA
Envtronnmantaa! Qua ftty
CERTIFIED MAIL # 7018 0360 0002 2099 1253
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
June 5, 2019
Mr. Robert Pearson, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
P.O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093-0617
Subject: Notice of Violation
NOV-2019-PC-0460
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Pearson:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection for the inspection conducted
at the subject facility on May 30, 2019, by Ori Tuvia. Donald Burkey's cooperation during the
site visit was much appreciated. Please advise the staff involved with this NPDES Permit by
forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
The following issues were observed during the site inspection and should be addressed:
1. One of the digesters was out of service due to a tilting cover that allowed the cover
come out of the brackets. The tilting cover could cause a catastrophic failure to the
structure and should either be repaired or removed.
2. The two (2) previous inspections conducted by DWR staff of the Mooresville Regional
Office noted that the drying bed sections currently being used contained excessive
vegetation (including several trees) and required extensive maintenance. The problems
have yet to be resolved and were again observed during this current inspection. Please
be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be properly operated and
maintained at all times [NPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part Il, Section
C(2) — Proper Operation and Maintenance]. If the drying beds are no longer needed,
State of North Carolina ( Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
704 6631699

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they could be removed from the permit in the next renewal, but until such time, they
are required to be properly maintained.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning
this report, please do not hesitate to contact Ori Tuvia at [phone], or at
ori.tuvianncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
Al4CC681 AF27425...
W. Corey Basinger
Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources
Cc: NPDES, MRO Files (Laserfiche)

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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 expiresB-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 1 2 15 1 3 I NCo025496 I11 121 19/05/30 I17 18 L C I 19 I G j 201I
211 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 1 1 1 I I I I 1 l l l l 1 1 I I I I I I I I 111 1 1 1 1 1 f6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --- Reserved----------
67 t o 70 I, I 71 IN 72 I N 73I I I�74 751 I I I I L I80
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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)
11.45AM 19/05/30
16/11/01
Lincolnton WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
550 W Hwy 150 Bypass
01:30PM 19/05/30
20/07/31
Lincolnton NC 28092
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Donald A Burkey/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler, PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 280930617/Public Works
No
D i recto r/704-736-8940/70473689 59
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit N Flow Measurement Operations 8 Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program N Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
DocuSigned by:
On A Tuvia MRO WQ//704-663-1699/ 6/7/2019
ERB057A2DE017498
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
W. Corey Basinger Division of Water Quality//704-2,
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
DocuSigned by,
6/7/2019
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NPDES
yr/mo/day
31 NC002549s j11 12 19/05/30 17
Inspection Type
18 L_l
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Page#

Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Uncolnton WVVTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019 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 ❑ ❑ M ❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
❑
❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The subject permit expires on 7/31/2020 The City implements an approved
Industrial
Pretreatment Program
Record Keeping
Yes
No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
0
❑
❑
❑
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
M
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
M
❑
❑
❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
M
❑
❑
❑
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator
M
❑
❑
❑
on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
M
❑
❑
❑
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well maintained
DMRs
COCs ORC visitation logs bench sheets and calibration logs were reviewed for the
period
January 2019 through March 2019.
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
Page# 3

Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Uncolnton VVVVTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
0
❑
❑
❑
# Is the facility using a contract lab?
M
❑
❑
❑
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
M
❑
❑
❑
Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Influent and effluent analyses (including field parameters) are performed under the City's
on -site certified laboratory (#153). The laboratory instrumentation used for field analyses
appeared to be properly calibrated and documented. The following commercial laboratories
(NC certified) have been contracted to provide analytical support:Prism Labs (COD, total
nitrogen total phosphorusBlue Ridge Labs (metals, cyanide, Oil and Grease, Phenols,
Bis-Phalte HardnessTwo Rivers Utilities: Low level mercury)Meritech: toxicity pollutant scan
Influent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is sample collected above side streams?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is proper volume collected?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the tubing clean?
M
❑
❑
❑
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
M
❑
❑
❑
Celsius)?
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The subject permit requires influent composite BOD and TSS samples. The facility staff
perform and document monthly aliquot verifications.
Effluent Sampling
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
representative)?
Yes No NA NE
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The subject permit requires composite and grab effluent samples The facility staff perform
and document monthly aliquot verifications on the sampler used for daily sampling.
Page# 4

Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton VwVTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Upstream / Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and M ❑ ❑ ❑
sampling location)?
Comment:
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 ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO. Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: The facilitV appeared to be adequately treating wastewater at the time of the inspection. The
facility staff incorporate a comprehensive process control program with all measurements
being properly documented and maintained on -site The facility is equipped with a SCADA
system to assist the staff with the operation of the treatment units/processes. The audible
and visual alarms are tested (and documented) on a monthly basis.
Pump Station - Influent
Yes No NA NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps present?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps operable?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are float controls operable?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The influent passes through a muffin monster prior to entering the wet well
Flow Measurement - Influent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
❑
M
❑
❑
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
0
❑
110
Is the flow meter operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/25/2019 by
Clearwater,
Inc
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Yes No NA NE
Page# 5

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019
Owner - Facility: Uncolnton WVVTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Bar Screens
Yes No NA NE
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
S
❑
❑
❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the unit in good condition?
N
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The bar screenings are disposed into an open dumpster equipped with a drain plug.
Grit Removal
Yes
No NA NE
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
❑
b.Mechanical
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
N
❑
❑
❑
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Screenings and grit are disposed at the County Landfill.
Oxidation Ditches
Yes No NA NE
Are the aerators operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
N
❑
❑
❑
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
❑
❑
❑
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?
❑
❑
❑
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
❑
❑
❑
0
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/1 in 30 minutes)
❑
❑
❑
S
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
N ❑
❑
❑
Are the diffusers operational?
N ❑
❑
❑
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Page# 6

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Three of four aeration basins were in service.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are weirs level?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of weir blockage?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is scum removal adequate?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/a of the sidewall depth)
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Both secondary clarifiers were operational and in service.
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes No NA NE
Are pumps in place?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are pumps operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
❑
❑
❑
0
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the flow meter operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/25/2019 by
Clearwater,
Inc
Page# 7

Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
M
❑
❑
❑
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
❑
❑
❑
M
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?
Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
❑
❑
0
❑
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
❑
❑
0
❑
Comment: Aqueous sodium bisulfite is used for dechlorination.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Chemical Feed
Yes No NA NE
Is containment adequate?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is storage adequate?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are backup pumps available?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
0
❑ ❑
❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
0
❑ ❑
❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
❑
❑ M
❑
Comment: The effluent appeared clear with no floatable solids and trace foam
(entrained air). The
foam
dissipated less than fifty (50) yards downstream of the outfall.
Page# 8

PV
permit: NCO025496
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Anaerobic Digester
Yes No NA NE
Type of operation:
Floating
cover
Is the capacity adequate?
❑
❑
❑
# Is gas stored on site?
❑
❑
❑
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
❑
❑
❑
Is the gas burner operational?
❑
❑
❑
0
Is the digester heated?
❑
❑
❑
0
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
❑
❑
❑
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The facility is equipped with three anaerobic digesters and three storage tanks. One of
the
digesters was out of order due to a tilting
cover that made the cover come out of the
brackets The tilting cover could cause a
catastrophic failure to the structure and need to
either be repaired or taken out.
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes No NA NE
Is the equipment operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is storage adequate?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
❑
❑
❑
0
Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
❑
❑
❑
The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Waste activated sludge (WAS) is thickened by a DAF unit prior to being
pumped to the
anaerobic digesters.
Drying Beds
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate drying bed space?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge distribution on drying beds appropriate?
❑
❑
❑
Are the drying beds free of vegetation?
❑
❑
❑
# Is the site free of dry sludge remaining in beds?
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of stockpiled sludge?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the filtrate from sludge drying beds returned to the front of the plant?
0
❑
❑
❑
# Is the sludge disposed of through county landfill?
0
❑
❑
❑
# Is the sludge land applied?
❑
❑
0
❑
(Vacuum filters) Is polymer mixing adequate?
❑
❑
M
❑
Page# 9

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/30/2019
Drying Beds
Owner • Facility: Lincolnton wWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Comment: Land application is the orimary disDosal of the bio-solids: however. drvina beds are used
during emergency situations when wet weather prevents land application (drying beds were
being used at the time of the inspection). The drying bed sections currently being used
contained excessive vegetation (including several trees) and require extensive maintenance.
If the facility continues to periodically use the drying beds then the previously rehabbed
sections should be placed into operation. Please be advised that the subject permit requires
the facility be properly operated and maintained at all times [NPDES Permit Standard
Condition Reference: Part ll, Section C(2) — Proper Operation and Maintenancel. If the drying
beds are no longer needed, they could be removed from the permit in the next renewal, but
until such time they are required to be properly maintained.
Standby Power
Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested under load?
M
❑
❑
❑
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
❑
❑
❑
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The facility is equipped with two backup generators. Both generators are tested monthly (not
under load) and serviced twice per year by a contracted company. The contracted company
tests the generators under load during each servicing event.
Page# 10

FILE
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S, REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Mf ou t` y
Certified Mail # 7018 0360 0002 2099 1161
Return Receipt Requested
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
March 7, 2019
Steve Zickefoose, City Manager
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2019-LV-0155
Permit No. NCO025496
Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Zickefoose:
A review of the January 2019 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Violation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 1/19/2019 400 1,556.99 Weekly Geometric Mean Exceeded
44.5 C (31616)
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. 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 (SOC).
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Sincerely,
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Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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Water )Zesources
ENVIRONMENTAL OUAUrY
April 17, 2017
Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
P.O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093-0617
ROY COOPER
Govemor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Subject: Bioassay Compliance Inspection results
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Enclosed is a copy of the laboratory results for the effluent samples collected during the
Bioassay Compliance Inspection performed at the subject facility on March 7, 2017 by Ori Tuvia. The
sampling results revealed that the facility passed the Whole effluent toxicity test (see attached
results). Please inform the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC) of our findings by
forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
Should you have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Ori
Tuvia at [phone], or at [e-mail].
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning
this report, please do not hesitate to contact Ori Tuvia at [phone], or at
[e-mail].
Sincerely,
Ori Tuvia, Environmental Engineer
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, DEQ
Cc: NPDES Unit
MRO Files
Lincoln County Health Department
Donald Burkey (E-Copy)
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748

Division of Water Resources
April 17, 2017
MEMORANDUM
To: Corey Basinger
Water Quality Regional Operations, MRO
Through: Cindy A. Moore
Supervisor, Aquatic T xicology Branch (ATB)
From: Carol Hollenkamp
Quality Assurance Officer, Aquatic Toxicology Branch (ATB)
Subject: Whole effluent toxicity test results
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO025496/001
Lincoln County
The aquatic toxicity test using flow -proportional composite samples of effluent discharged from
the Lincolnton WWTP has been completed. Lincolnton WWTP has a permitted effluent discharge
of 6 million gallons per day (MGD) entering the South Fork Catawba River (7Q10 of 77 CFS).
Whole effluent samples were collected on 3/7/2017 and 3/9/2017 by Ori Tuvia and facility
representative Jennifer Lane for use in a chronic Ceriodaphnia dubia pass -fail toxicity test. The
test passed. Toxicity test information follows.
Test Type
Test Concentrations
Control Survival
Control Mean Reproduction
Test Treatment Survival
Treatment Mean Reproduction
First Sample pH
First Sample Conductivity
First Sample Total Residual Chlorine
Second Sample pH
Second Sample Conductivity
Second Sample Total Residual Chlorine
3-Brood Ceriodaphnia dubia chronic pass -fail
11%
100%
23.S neonates
100%
33.9 neonates
6.52 SU
549 micromhos/cm
<0.1 mg/L
6.57 SU
602 micromhos/cm
<0.1 mg/L
Test results for the above samples indicate that the effluent would not be predicted to have water
quality impacts. These samples were split and sent to Meritech, Inc. The chronic Ceriodaphnia
dubia test conducted at Meritech, Inc also passed. Please contact us if you have any questions or if
further effluent toxicity monitoring is desired. We maybe reached at [phone].
Basin: Catawba
cc: Central Files
Ori Tuvia (MRO)

Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL OVALITY
Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
P.O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093-0617
Dear Mr. Peeler:
KUY L;UUFLK
Govemor
EmzdMICHAEL S. REGAN
4 Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
March 10, 2017
Subject: Bioassay Compliance Inspection
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Enclosed is a copy of the Bioassay Compliance Inspection for the inspection conducted at the
subject facility on March 7, 2016, by Ori Tuvia. Donald Burkey's and Jennifer Lane's cooperation during
the site visit was much appreciated. Please advise the staff involved with this NPDES Permit by
forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
During the previous inspection conducted by DWR staff of the Mooresville Regional Office, it
was noted that excessive rust and deterioration were observed in one of the digester covers (not in
service) and significant openings/gaps were noted in a second digester cover (in operation).
Additionally, it was noted that the drying bed sections currently being used contained excessive
vegetation (including several trees) and require extensive maintenance.
The problems have yet to be resolved and were still observed during the current inspection.
Therefore, it is requested that a written response be submitted to this office by April 10, 2017, regarding
the status of the deteriorating digester covers and the excessive vegetation in the drying beds.
Additionally, at the time of the inspection the toxicity sampler was pulling samples based on
time rather than flow due to a faulty fuse box. The facility staff is requested to inform MRO staff upon
fixing of the faulty fuse box.
Chronic toxicity split samples were taken during the inspection. Results of the split samples will
be forwarded upon completion of analyses.
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748

The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning this
report, please do not hesitate to contact Ori Tuvia at [phone], or at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Ori Tuvia, Environmental Engineer
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, DEQ
Cc: NPDES Unit
MRO Files
Lincoln County Health Department
Donald Burkey (E-Copy)

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
trH Washington. D.0 20460
OMB No. 2040-W57
Water Compliance Inspection Report. _
Approval expires8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN 1 2 is 1 L J 3( NC0025496 (11 121 nr03/07 117 18 Im 1 19 I G 201 I
21111111 1111111111111111111111111 11111111111 68
Inspection
Work Days Facility Sell -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 81 OA Reserved
67
2.D -� 70 �d � 71 t,. l 72 I �, � 731 I 174 75�� 1 ( 1
L_ 1 L-[ 1 1 1 t_ Li
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Section B Facility D) ata
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES oermit Number)
09:30AM 17/03/07
1611 1/01
Lincolnton WWTP
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Lincolnton NC 28092
01:35PM 17/03107
20l07/31
Name(s) of Onsde Representative(sgitles(syPhone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Af
Donald A Burkey/ORC/704-736-89601
Jennifer Lane///
Name, Address of Responsible OfficialfTtle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 2W930617/Public Works
No
Director/104-736.894017047368959
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Flow Measurement Operations & tvlaintenancE Records/Reports
self -Monitoring Program M Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review EffluenUReceiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Commants (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
On A Tuvia MRO WQ/1704-663-16991
Signature of Management Q Repi Agency/OfficeiPhone and Fax Numbers Date
Corey Basinger MRO WQI/704-235-2194/,
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES
ydmolday
3' NCO025496 (11 121
17ro3107 i 17
Inspection Type
18 JBLJ
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) '.
Toxicity Sampling Inspection. Samples pulled on 3/7/2017 and 3/9/2017.
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Permit NG0025496
Inspection Date 0310712017
Permit
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton+MNTP
Inspection Type Bioassay Compliance
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: The subject permit expires on 7/31/2020.
The Facility staff is in the final stages of constructing a mercury reduction plan (must be
completed within 180 days of the permit effective date, 11/l/2016).
The City implements an approved Industrial Pretreatment Program.
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
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
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Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DW4?
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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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on each shift?
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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Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
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Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
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Comment: The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well maintained.
DMRs,
COCs, ORC visitation logs, bench sheets, and calibration logs, were reviewed for the
period
April 2016 through December 2016.
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Permit NG0025496
Inspection ©ate- 03/07/2017
Owner -Facility LincointonAWTP
Inspection Type Bioassay Compliance
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
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Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
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# Is the facility using a contract lab?
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Influent and effluent analyses (including field parameters) are performed under the City's
on -site certified laboratory W53). The following commercial laboratories (NC certified) have
been contracted to provide analytical support: Prism Labs (COD total nitrogen, total
phosphorus total hardness calcium magnesium): Blue Ridge Labs (metals cyanide
phenols)' Two Rivers Utilities (color and low level mercury); and Meritech (toxicity). The
laboratory instrumentation used for field analyses appeared to be properly calibrated and
documented.
Influent Sampling
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected above side streams?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6 0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
Yes No NA NE
Comment: The subiect permit requires influent composite BOD and TSS samples. The facility staff
perform and document monthly aliquot verifications.
Effluent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
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Is sample collected below all treatment units?
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is proper volume collected?
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Is the tubing clean?
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
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representative)?
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Permit NCO025496
Inspection Date. 0370712017
Effluent Sampling
Owner -Facility: LincolntoWANTP
Inspection Type Bioassay Compliance
Yes No NA NE
Comment: The subiect permit requires composite and arab effluent samples. The facility staff perform
and document monthly aliquot verifications on the sampler used for daily sampling. At the
time of the inspection the Toxicity sampler was pulling samples based on time rather than
flow due to a faulty fuse box. The facility staff is requested to inform MRO staff upon fixing of
the faulty fuse box.
Upstream / Downstream Sampling
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and
sampling location)?
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
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?
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
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i REEMEN
Comment: The facility appeared to be adeauately treatina wastewater at the time of the inspection. The
facility staff incorporate a comprehensive process control program with all measurements
being properly documented and maintained on -site.
The facility is equipped with a SCADA system to assist the staff with the operation of the
treatment units/processes. The audible and visual alarms are tested (and documented) on a
monthly basis.
Pump Station - Influent
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are float controls operable?
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
Comment: The influent passes through a muffin monster prior to entering the wet well.
Flow Measurement - Influent
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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Permit NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton+MNTP
Inspection Date: 03107/2017 Inspection Type. Bioassay Compliance
Flow Measurement - Influent Yes No NA NE
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 6/10/2016 by Clearwater,
Inc.
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
Yes No NA NE
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
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Is the screen free of excessive debris?
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Is disposal of screening in compliance?
0
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Is the unit in good condition?
0
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Comment: The bar screenings are disposed into an open dumpster equipped
with a drain plug.
Grit Removal
Yes No NA NE
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
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b.Mechanical
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
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Is the grit free of excessive odor?
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# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
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Comment: Screenings and grit are disposed at the County Landfill,
Oxidation Ditches
Yes No NA NE
Are the aerators operational?
0
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Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
M
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# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
M
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Are setteiometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/l in 30 minutes)
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Comment: The valves for the splitter box that distributes the flow from the oxidation ditch to the aeration
basins have to be manually adjusted and secured (via rope tied to hand railing). The City
should investigate the installation of an improved valving system to ensure that these valves
can be nrooerly adiusted and secured during routine operation and maintenance activities_._
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Permit NCO025496
Inspection Date 03107i2017
Owner -Facility Lincolnton WNTP
Inspection Type Bioassay Con-pliance
Oxidation Ditches Yes No NA NE
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mgtl)
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Comment: Three of four aeration basins were in service.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
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Is the drive unit operational?
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Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence) 7
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Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
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Comment: Both secondary clarifiers were operational and in service.
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes No NA NE
Are pumps in place?
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Are pumps operational?
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Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
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Comment:
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Permit NC0025496
Inspection Date: 031071'2017
Owner - Facility Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type Bioassay Compliance
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
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130
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
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Is the flow meter operational?
0
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(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
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Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/8/16 by
Clearwater, Inc.
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
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(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
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Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
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Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
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Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
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Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
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Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes No
NA NE
Type of system ?
Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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M
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Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
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0
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# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
M
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Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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0
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Comment: Aqueous sodium bisulfite is used for dechlorination.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
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Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Chemical Feed
Yes No NA NE
Is containment adequate?
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Is storage adequate?
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Are backup pumps available?
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Is the site free of excessive leaking?
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RVOTITIATIM
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Permit NC0025496 Owner -Facility Lincointon WNTP
Inspection Date: 0310712017 Inspection Type. Bioassay Compliance
Effluent Pipe
Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
N
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Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
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If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
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Comment: The effluent appeared clear with no floatable solids and trace foam (entrained air).
The
receiving stream did not appear to be negatively impacted. The foam dissipated less than
fifty (50) yards downstream of the outfall.
Effluent composite Toxcity sampling were collected during this inspection.
Anaerobic Digester
Yes No NA NE
Type of operation:
Floating
cover
Is the capacity adequate?
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# Is gas stored on site?
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Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
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Is the gas burner operational?
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Is the digester heated?
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Is the temperature maintained constantly?
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Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
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Comment: The facility is equipped with three anaerobic digesters and three storage tanks. One of the
digesters was not operational and the gas burner system had been taken out of service.
Excessive rust and deterioration were observed in one of the digester covers (not in service)
and significant openings/gaps were noted in a second digester cover (in operation). The City
should investigate and pursue funding options to rehabilitate all applicable digesters within
the near future. Please be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be properly
operated and maintained at all times fNPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part ll,
Section C(2) — Proper Operation and Maintenancel.
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes No NA NE
Is the equipment operational?
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Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
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Is storage adequate?
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Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
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Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
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Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
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The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
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Comment: Waste activated sludge (WAS) is thickened by a DAF unit prior to being pumped to the
anaerobic digesters. The DAF unit was operational and in service. Digested bio-solids are
land applied by a contracted company (Synagro) under the authority
of Permit No.
WQ0002712.
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Permit NC0025406 Ouv ner - Facility: Lincolnton kAWTP
Inspection Date ON0712017 Inspection Type. Bioassay Compliance
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes No NA NE
Drying Beds
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate drying bed space?
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Is the sludge distribution on drying beds appropriate?
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Are the drying beds free of vegetation?
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# Is the site free of dry sludge remaining In beds?
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Is the site free of stockpiled sludge?
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Is the filtrate from sludge drying beds returned to the front of the plant?
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# Is the sludge disposed of through county landfill?
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# Is the sludge land applied?
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(Vacuum filters) Is polymer mixing adequate?
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Comment: Land application is the primary disposal of the bio-solids however, the drying
beds are
used
during emergency situations when wet weather prevents land application. The drying beds
are also periodically used for the disposal of landfill leachate, tank cleaning/pump station
maintenance, and septage (infrequent).
The drying bed sections currently being used contained excessive vegetation
(including
several trees) and require extensive maintenance. If the facility continues to periodically
use
the drying beds, then the previously rehabbed sections should be placed into operation.
Please be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be properly operated
and
maintained at all times [NPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part Il,
Section C(2)
— Proper Operation and Maintenance].
Standby Power
Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
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Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
0
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Is the generator tested under load?
N
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Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
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Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
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Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
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Is the generator fuel level monitored?
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Comment: The facility is equipped with two backup generators. Both generators are tested monthly
(not
under load) and serviced twice per year by a contracted company. The contracted company
tests the generators under load during each servicing event. Generators were last serviced
on January 2017 by CAT.
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CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
September 21, 2016
Mr. Wes Bell
Environmental Specialist
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources
610 E. Center Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: Sludge Tanker Truck Overfill
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Bell,
On Monday morning September 19"', 2016 around 9:30 a.m., a Synagro Sludge Tanker Truck driver
overfilled their tanker causing sludge to cover the sludge loading area. The overfilling occurred because
the driver was new to our facility and did not get the sludge chute fill valve closed in time. The driver is
an employee of Synagro who we contract for our land application of sludge. We believe this incident was
caused by improper training of the new driver by Synagro and they have addressed this issue with the
employee.
We believe the overflow of sludge was approximately 500 gallons or less, and all the sludge was
contained in our containment area. The liquid sludge covering the loading area was washed down and
squeegeed into the manhole that feeds into the head of our plant. None of the sludge reached any of our
storm drains or the South Fork River. The grassy area that had some residual sludge was limed and straw
was applied.
Around 11 am, Maria Schutte and Ed Watson from the Mooresville Regional Office arrive on -site for
their annual land application inspection. They observed the overflow site and at their time of arrival, the
site was in the final steps of remediation. Maria informed me that their on -site observation of the overflow
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area would serve as our 24-hour notice of a spill event to the Mooresville Regional Office and to follow-
up within 5 days of a written notice of the overfill event.
The City of Lincolnton WWTP hereby submits this letter as our official written notification to this event
at our facility. If you have any questions or need any further information about this event, please let us
know.
Respectfully submitted,
Q)'0-A'4
Donald A. Burkey, Jr.
WWTP Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
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CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
July 6, 2016
Mr. Wes Bell
Environmental Specialist
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources
610 E. Center Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: Compliance Sampling Inspection
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Bell,
RECEIVEDINCI)E RIDWR
JUL 1 1 2016
WQROS
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
The City of Lincolnton received the report regarding the findings of the Compliance Sampling Inspection
performed on April 12"' and 13`h, 2016 by yourself and Mr. Cornell Gayle of the EPA. This letter will
serve as the written response to address observed conditions at the WWTP during the inspection.
The written response to the inspection report was due by June 17, 2016. The Compliance Sampling
Inspection report was sent to Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director for the City of Lincolnton.
However, I personally did not become aware of the completed Compliance Sampling Inspection report
until the afternoon of July ls`, 2016 when Mr. Peeler handed me the report. I called and left you a
voicemail concerning this matter on the afternoon of July 1", 2016.
It was noted in your inspection report about the deterioration of multiple anaerobic digester covers. Three
of the anaerobic digester covers (# 1, 3 and 4) have ridged aluminum tops that are secured by screws to the
actual digester cover underneath. Some of the screws securing the aluminum tops to the actual cover have
become loose or the screws have fallen out completely causing the aluminum tops to buckle or become
loose. The observed loose/buckling aluminum tops are primarily a cosmetic issue and this condition does
not affect the operation or performance of these anaerobic digesters. The City will have a contractor look
at the aluminum tops for repair.
P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

The #2 anaerobic digester cover has extensively deteriorated on its top and was originally supposed to be
removed during our plant upgrade in 2002 — 2003. However, funds were not available at the end of the
upgrade and this cover was not removed. It has since deteriorated into its current state. We do not use this
digester in normal operations. However, the cover still floats and the digester is still operational as a
storage tank, even in its current state. The City will discuss the feasibility of having this cover removed
and converting it to another open top storage tank. However, removing this cover will be very costly and
funding for the removal would not likely occur this budget year.
It was observed in the Inspection Report that excessive vegetation was in our drying beds that were
currently being used. The old sections of the drying beds are covered with heavy vegetation with several
trees as noted and have been for many years. However, these beds are only used as a screening aid for
leachate water, pump station cleaning and infrequent septage to prevent the deterioration and clogging of
our newer rehabbed beds. This screening helps prevent heavy solids/grease from entering our plant
influent. The old drying beds are not used for dewatering of our sludge or as a sludge disposal unit. The
City will look into the feasibility of having the old section of the drying beds rehabbed and the vegetation
removed from them.
The City will look at ways to control future vegetation growth in the new rehabbed drying beds and try to
remove the growth inside them. One of the challenges in preventing vegetation growth in any of the
drying beds is the inability to use weed killer on the beds. If you have any suggestions on how to prevent
the growth in the beds, please let us know.
In closing, I would like to request that a copy of future Inspection Reports be sent via email to the ORC of
the WWTP in addition to the Inspection Report being mailed to the Permittee. This will help ensure the
ORC of the WWTP gets the report and has adequate time to prepare a written response in the required
timeframe of the Inspection Report. I apologize for this written response being late and hope this letter
adequately addresses the concerns listed in the Compliance Sampling Inspection report.
Sincerely,
Donald A. Burkey, Jr.
WWTP Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
[phone]

Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
May 25, 2016
Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
' DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretaiy
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Subject: Compliance Sampling Inspection
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection Report for the inspection conducted at
the subject facility on April 12 and 13, 2016 by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office. Mr. Cornell Gayle with the
EPA was also in attendance during the inspection. DWR staff collected effluent samples from April 12,
2016 through April 13, 2016. The sampling results revealed that the facility complied with all applicable
effluent permit limits (see attached results). Please inform the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge
(ORC) of our findings by forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
Although the facility is currently meeting the treatment standards to land apply bio-solids, this
Office is concerned with the deterioration of multiple anaerobic digester covers and related equipment
and the excessive vegetation on the sludge drying beds. It is requested that a written response be
submitted to this Office by June 17, 2016, detailing the City's actions to address the observed conditions
of the digesters and sludge drying beds, as further discussed in the Anaerobic Digester and Drying Beds
Sections of the attached report: In responding, please address your comments to the attention of Mr. Bell.
Should you have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bell
at [phone], or via email at wes.bell2ncdenr. ov.
Sincerely,
W, Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Enclosures:
Inspection Report
Sample Results
cc: Lincoln County Health Department MSC-1617 Central -Basement
Cornell Gayle, EPA (via email)
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources I Water Quality Regional Operations
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 3011 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
704 663 1699

United States 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 1 2 15 I 3 I NCO025496 111 121 16/04/12 I17 18 L S] 19 L S J 201 I
21111111 1111111111111111111111111 11111111111 166
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ---------------------- Reserved ------------ ------
67
2.0 70 lLJ a 1 71 I„ I 72 1 lti1 73 �74 751 1 1 1 1 L � I80
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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 oermit Number)
09:OOAM 16/04/12
12/12/01
Lincolnton WWTP
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Lincolnton NC 28092
02:40PM 16/04/12
15/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Donald A Burkey/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 280930617/Public Works
No
Director/704-736-8940/7047368959
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
S Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
cry—
Wes Bell ( MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2192/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
W. Corey Basinger MRO WQ//704-235-2194/
EPA Form 560-3 (Rev -94) Previdus editions are obsolete. De � - . ` QG.�
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
31 NCO025496 I11 121 16/04/12 117 18 I g I
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: LincolntonWWfP
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
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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# 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: The Division issued a permit modification on 11/16/12 regarding the inclusion of tiered
effluent sheets (3.5 MGD and 4.5 MGD) and annual flow reportinq (monthly average flows for
calendar year reported on December monitoring report). The Division received the City's
NPDES Permit renewal package on 1/30/15.
Overall the facility is adequately described in the Permit; however, one of the three chlorine
contact chambers has been converted to a dechlorination contact basin.
The City implements an approved Industrial Pretreatment Program.
The last compliance evaluation inspection was performed at the facility on 5/20/15.
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
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
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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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Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
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Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
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Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Record Keeping
Yes No NA NE
Comment: The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well maintained. Discharge
Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period February 2015 through January
2016. No effluent limit violations were reported and all monitoring frequencies were correct.
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
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Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
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# Is the facility using a contract lab?
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
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Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
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Comment: Influent and effluent analvses (includina field Darameters) are performed under the Citv's
on -site certified laboratory (#222). The following commercial laboratories (NC certified) have
been contracted to provide analytical support: Prism Labs (COD total nitrogen total
phosphorus, total hardness, calcium, magnesium); Blue Ridge Labs (metals, cyanide,
phenols); Two Rivers Utilities (color and low level mercury); and Meritech (toxicity).
The laboratory instrumentation used for field analyses appeared to be properly calibrated
and documented.
Influent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
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Is sample collected above side streams?
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Is proper volume collected?
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Is the tubing clean?
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
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Comment: The subiect Dermit reauires influent comDOsite BOD and TSS samoles. The facilitv staff
perform and document monthly aliquot verifications. Staff should minimize any dips in the
sampler tubing (influent and effluent samplers) to allow for the complete purging of the
tubing prior to sample collection.
Approximately 20% of the DAF effluent is returned to the influent pump station prior to the
influent sampling location. The operations staff shut down the DAF unit prior to sampling
according to the Division approved Long Term Monitoring Plan.
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional? E ❑ ❑ ❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VWVTP
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Effluent Sampling
Yes No NA
NE
Is proper volume collected?
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Is the tubing clean?
0
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
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Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
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representative)?
Comment: The subiect permit reauires composite and arab effluent samples. The facility staff perform
and document monthly aliquot verifications on the sampler used for daily sampling; however,
the aliquot verifications on the toxicity sampler were not always documented. The facility
staff must ensure that all aliquot verifications are documented to verify that a minimum of
100 mis. per aliquot is being collected (NPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part
II, Section A., Definitions - Composite Sample).
Upstream / Downstream Sampling
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and
sampling location)?
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
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?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: The facilitv appeared to be adeauatelv treatina wastewater at the time of the inspection. The
facility staff incorporate a comprehensive process control program with all measurements
being properly documented and maintained on -site.
The facility is equipped with a SCADA system to assist the staff with the operation of the
treatment units/processes The audible and visual alarms are tested (and documented) on
a monthly basis.
Pump Station - Influent
Yes No NA NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
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Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
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Are all pumps present?
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Are all pumps operable?
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Are float controls operable?
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Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
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Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
1
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Pump Station - Influent
Yes No NA NE
Comment: The influent passes through a muffin monster prior to entering
the wet well. The audible
alarm at the main influent lift station was not operational; however, an electrician has been
contacted to repair the alarm within the near future.
Flow Measurement - Influent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
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Is flow meter calibrated annually?
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Is the flow meter operational?
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(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
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Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/8/16 by Clearwater, Inc.
Bar Screens
Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
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b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
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Is the screen free of excessive debris?
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Is disposal of screening in compliance?
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Is the unit in good condition?
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Comment: The bar screeninas are disDosed into an oDen dumDster eauirmed with a drain Dlu
Although no discharges were observed, the facility staff should implement the appropriate
corrective actions (cover installation. collection/disposal system etc.) to prevent the
discharge of wastewater onto the ground during trash removal activities (by the contracted
company).
Grit Removal
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
Comment: Screenings and grit are disposed at the County Landfill.
Oxidation Ditches
Are the aerators operational?
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VWVTP
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Oxidation Ditches
Yes No NA NE
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
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# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
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Comment: The valves for the solitter box that distributes the flow from the oxidation ditch to the aeration
basins have to be manually adiusted and secured (via rope tied to hand railing). The City
should investigate the installation of an improved valving system to ensure that these valves
can be properly adjusted and secured during routine operation and maintenance activities.
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
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Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
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Are the diffusers operational?
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Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
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Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
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Is the DO level acceptable?
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Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
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Comment: Three of four aeration basins were in service. Several blown diffusers were observed;
however, the facility maintains adequate aeration and mixing to meet permit limits and
removal efficiencies. Diffuser operation should be monitored and the replacement of
diffusers be initiated prior to diminished aeration/removal efficiencies.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
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Permit: NC0025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the drive unit operational?
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Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
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Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/4 of the sidewall depth)
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Comment: Both secondary clarifiers were operational and in service.
Pumps-RASMAS
Yes No NA NE
Are pumps in place?
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Are pumps operational?
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Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
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Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
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Is flow meter calibrated annually?
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Is the flow meter operational?
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(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
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Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 4/8/16 by Clearwater Inc.
Disinfection -Liquid
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
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?
Yes No NA NE
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Liquid
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i Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WVVTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
De -chlorination
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Comment: Aqueous sodium bisulfite is used for dechlorination.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Chemical Feed
Is containment adequate?
Is storage adequate?
Are backup pumps available?
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: The leak detectors located in chemical feed buildinq for the chlorination and dechlorination
feed systems and storage areas were last serviced on 4/8/16 by Clearwater, Inc. The
detectors were not operational during the 4/12/16 walk-through however, the ORC reset the
breaker and the detectors returned to operational status. The ORC indicated that this
detection system has tripped the electrical system in the past. This electrical issue should
be diagnosed and corrected to ensure safe conditions for all personnel that enter this
building. Please be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be properly operated
and maintained at all times iNPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part Il, Section
C(2) — Proper Operation and Maintenance].
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? M ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Comment: The effluent aDDeared clear with no floatable solids and trace foam (entrained air). The
receiving stream did not appear to be negatively impacted. The foam dissipated less than
fifty (50) yards downstream of the outfall.
Effluent composite and grab samples were collected by DWR and EPA staff during this
inspection. The effluent results of the composite and non -field grab samples (analyzed by
the DWR Laboratory) will be attached to this report.
The sample results of the field measurements performed on 4/13/16 by DWR staff are as
follows: 7.0 SU (pH): 18.8 °C (temp.) 6.9 mq/L (dissolved oxygen); and 816 uS/cm
(conductivity).
Anaerobic Digester
Type of operation:
Is the capacity adequate?
# Is gas stored on site?
Yes No NA NE
Floating cover
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Permit: NCO025496
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VVVVTP
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Anaerobic Digester
Yes No NA NE
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
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Is the gas burner operational?
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Is the digester heated?
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Is the temperature maintained constantly?
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Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
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Comment: The facilitv is equipped with three anaerobic digesters and three storage tanks. One of the
digesters was not operational and the gas burner system had been taken out of service.
Excessive rust and deterioration were observed in one of the digester covers (not in service)
and significant openings/gaps were noted in a second digester cover (in operation). The
City should investigate and pursure funding options to rehabilitate all applicable digesters
within the near future. Please be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be
properly operated and maintained at all times INPDES Permit Standard Condition
Reference: Part Il, Section C(2) — Proper Operation and Maintenancel.
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes No NA NE
Is the equipment operational?
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Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
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Is storage adequate?
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Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
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Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
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Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
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The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
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Comment: Waste activated sludge (WAS) is thickened by a DAF unit prior to beinq pumped
to the
anaerobic digesters. The DAF unit was operational and in service.
Digested bio-solids are land applied by a contracted company (Synagro)
under the authority
of Permit No. WQ0002712.
The operations staff should incorporate additional berms around the manhole adjacent to the
bio-solids loading area to contain and properly dispose of any potential spills
or exposed
runoff.
Drying Beds
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate drying bed space?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge distribution on drying beds appropriate?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are the drying beds free of vegetation?
❑
0
❑
❑
# Is the site free of dry sludge remaining in beds?
❑
0
❑
❑
Is the site free of stockpiled sludge?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the filtrate from sludge drying beds returned to the front of the plant?
N
❑
❑
❑
# Is the sludge disposed of through county landfill?
N
❑
❑
❑
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10

1 Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton VWVTP
Inspection Date: 04/12/2016 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Drying Beds Yes No NA NE
# Is the sludge land applied? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
(Vacuum filters) Is polymer mixing adequate? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: Land aodication is the primary disposal of the bio-solids: however, the drvinq beds are used
during emergency situations when wet weather prevents land application. The drying beds
are also periodically used for the disposal of landfill leachate, tank cleaning/pump station
maintenance, and septage (infrequent).
The drying bed sections currently being used contained excessive vegetation (including
several trees) and require extensive maintenance. If the facility continues to periodically use
the drying beds then the previously rehabbed sections should be placed into operation.
Please be advised that the subject permit requires the facility be properly operated and
maintained at all times [NPDES Permit Standard Condition Reference: Part ll, Section C(2)
— Proper Operation and Maintenancel.
Standby Power
Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested under load?
M
❑
❑
❑
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
M
❑
❑
❑
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The facility is equipped with two backup generators. Both generators are tested monthly
(not under load) and serviced twice per year by a contracted company. The contracted
company tests the generators under load during each servicing event.
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AC28024 North Carolina Division of Water Resources Water Sciences Section Laboratory Results
Loc. Descr.:
LINCOLNTON WWTP
County:
LINCOLN
Collector:
W BELL
VisitlD
Region:
MRO
Report To
MRO
Location ID:
NCO026496
River Basin
Collect Date:
0411312016
Priority
SURFACEWATER
Emergency
YES
Collect Time:
11_00
Sample Matrix:
SURFACEWATER
COC Yes/No
YES
Sample Depth
Loc. Type:
Effluent
Sample ID:
AC28024
PO Number #
16W4112
Date Received:
04/1412016
Time Received:
08:00
Labworks LoginlD
TASCENZ01
Delivery Method
NC Courier
Final Report Date:
5/23/16
Report Print Date:
05/23/2016
Filial Kepon
If this report is labeled preliminary report, the results have not been validated. Do not use for Regulatory purposes.
Result/ Units Method Analysis
CAS # Analyte Name PQL Qualifier Reference Date
LAB
Sample temperature at receipt by lab 1.3 °C 4/14/16
Validated by
MSWIFT
BOD, 5-Day in liquid
2.0
MIC
17
mg/L
SM 5210 B-2001
4/14/16
ESTAFFORDI
NH3 as N in liquid
0.02
NUT
0.05
mg/Las N
EPA350.1 REV
4/14116
CGREEN
NO2+NO3 as N in liquid
0.02
5.2
mg/L as N
EPA 353.2 REV 2
4/14/16
CGREEN
Phosphorus -total as P in liquid
0.02
1.3
mg/L as P
EPA 365.1 REV 2
4/18/16
CGREEN
Total Kjeldahl N as N in liquid
0.2
2.7
mg/L as N
EPA 351.2 REV 2
4/19/16
CGREEN
Adjusted_ADMI_pH
WET
7.6
C.U.
SM 2120 E 1993
4/15/16
CGREEN
AdjustedADMI
10
58
c.u.
SM 2120 E 1993
4/15/16
CGREEN
Natural_ADMI_pH
7.6
C.U.
SM 2120 E 1993
4/15/16
CGREEN
NaturalADMI
10
58
c.u.
SM 2120 E 1993
4/15/16
CGREEN
pH_PTCO
7.6
color units
SM 2120B 2001
4/15116
CGREEN
PTCO
5
62
color units
SM 21208 2001
4/15/16
CGREEN
Residue -Suspended in liquid
6.2
6.2 U
mg/L
SM 2540 D-1997
4/15/16
CGREEN
7440-22-4
Ag by ICPMS
1.0
MET
1.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORDI
7440-36-0
Antimony by ICPMS
10
62
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORD1
7440-38-2
As by ICPMS
2.0
2.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORDI
7440-43-9
Cd by ICPMS
0.50
0.50
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORD1
7440-47-3
Cr by ICPMS
5.0
5.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORDI
7440-50-8
Cu by ICPMS
2.0
13
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORD1
7439-97-6
Hg 245.1
0.2
0.20 U
ug/L
EPA245.1
4/26/16
ESTAFFORDI
7440-02-0
Ni by ICPMS
2.0
2.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORDI
7439-92-1
Pb by ICPMS
2.0
2.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORDI
7782-49-2
Se by ICPMS
1.0
1.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORDI
7440-28-0
Thallium (TI) ICPMS
2.0
2.0 U
ug/L
EPA200.8
4/19/16
ESTAFFORD1
7440-66-6
Zn by ICP
10
66
ug/L
EPA200.7
4/26/16
ESTAFFORD1
WSS Chemistry Laboratory>> 1623 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1623 [phone]
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AC28023 North Carolina Division of Water Resources Water Sciences Section Laboratory Results
Loc. Descr.:
LINCOLNTON WWTP
`
County:
LINCOLN
Collector:
W BELL
VisitlD
Region:
MRO
Report To
MRO
Location ID:
NCO025496
River Basin
Collect Date:
04/13/2016
Priority
SURFACEWATER
Emergency
Yes
Collect Time:
09_47
Sample Matrix:
SURFACEWATER
COC Yes/No
YES
Sample Depth
Loc. Type:
Effluent
Sample ID:
AC28023
PO Number #
16W4111
Date Received:
04114/2016
Time Received:
08_00
Labworks LoginlD
TASCENZOt
Delivery Method
NC Courier
Final Report Date:
5/18116
Report Print Date:
05/18/2016
Final Report
If this report is labeled preliminary report, the results have not been validated. Do not use for Regulatory purposes.
Result/ Units Method Analysis
CAS # Analyte Name PQL Qualifier Reference Date Validated by
LAB
Sample temperature at receipt by lab 1.3 °C 4/14/16 MSWIFT
MIC
C011form, MF Fecal in liquid 1 5 Q1 CFU/100ml SM 9222 D-1997 4/14/16 ESTAFFORD1
Specific Conductance in liquid 14.9 800 pmhos/cm SM 2510 B-1997 4/15/16 ESTAFFORD1
WET
Phenolics —Total in liquid 10 10 U,J2 ug/L EPA420.4 REV 1 5/11/16 CGREEN
Sample Comments
I WET:PHENOL-J2-estimated-LFMD failed. < 90% recovery criteria.
WSS Chemistry Laboratory>> 1623 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1623 [phone]
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CAS # Analvte Name
NC(DIVX LaboratorySectionRfsufts/SampfeComm ents/Quafifier(Definitions
Sample ID: AC28023
POI Result/
Method Analysis
ugallTler units Kererence uate vauaacea Dy
NCDEQ-WSS-Chemistry Lab Data Qualifiers
Al The reported value is an average, where at least one result is qualified with a "U". The PQL is used for the qualified result(S) to calf
B1 Coliform-Countable membranes with less than 20 colonies. Reported value is estimated or is a total of the counts on all filters repor
B2 Coliform-Counts from all filters were zero. The value reported is based on the number of colonies per 100 ml that would have been
B3 Coliform-Countable membranes with more than 60 or 80 colonies. The value reported is calculated using the count from the smalle.
B4 Coliform-Filters have counts of both >60 or 80 and <20. Reported value is estimated or is a total of the counts on all filters reported
B5 Coliform-Too many colonies were present; too numerous to count (TNTC). TNTC is generally defined as >150 colonies.
B6 Coliform-Estimated Value. Blank contamination evident.
B7 Coliform-Many non-Coliform or non-enterococcus colonies or interfering non-Coliform or non-enterococcus growth present. In this c(
BB1 MPN-No wells or tubes gave a positive reaction. Value based upon the appropriate MPN Index and reported as a less than "<" valu
BB2 MPN-All wells or tubes gave positive reactions. Value based upon the MPN Index and reported as a greater than ">" value.
C Total residual chlorine was present in sample upon receipt in the laboratory; value is estimated.
Gl BOD-The dissolved oxygen (DO) depletion of the dilution water blank exceeded 0.2 mg/L.
G2 BOD-The bacterial seed controls did not meet the requirement of a DO depletion of at least 2.0 mg/L and/or a DO residual of at lea.
G3 BOD-No sample dilution met the requirement of a DO depletion of at least 2.0 mg/L and/or a DO residual of at least 1.0 mg/L.
G4 BOD-Evidence of toxicity. This is generally characterized by a significant increase in the BOD value as the sample concentration de
G5 BOD-The glucose/ glutamic acid standard exceeded the range of 198 ± 30.5 mg/L.
G6 BOD-The calculated seed correction exceeded the range of 0.6 to 1.0 mg/L.
G7 BOD-Less than 1 mg/L DO remained for all dilutions set. The reported value is an estimated greater than value and is calculated foi
G8 BOD-Oxygen usage is less than 2 mg/L for all dilutions set. The reported value is an estimated less than value and is calculated for
G9 BOD-The DO depletion of the dilution water blank produced a negative value.
J1 Surrogate recovery limits have been exceeded.
J2 The reported value failed to meet the established quality control criteria for either precision or accuracy.
J3 The sample matrix interfered with the ability to make any accurate determination.
J4 The data is questionable because of improper laboratory or field protocols (e.g., composite sample was collected instead of grab, p
J5 Temperature limits exceeded (samples frozen or >6°C) during transport or not verifiable (e.g., no temperature blank provided): non-
J6 The laboratory analysis was from an unpreserved or improperly chemically preserved sample. The data may not be accurate.
J7 This qualifier is used to identify analyte concentration exceeding the upper calibration range of the analytical instrument/method. Th
J8 Temperature limits exceeded (samples frozen or >6°C) during storage, the data may not be accurate.
J9 The reported value is determined by a one -point estimation rather than against a regression equation. The estimated concentration
J10 Unidentified peak; estimated value.
ill The reported value is determined by a one -point estimation rather than against a regression equation. The estimated concentration
J12 The calibration verification did not meet the calibration acceptance criterion for field parameters.
M Sample and duplicate results are "out of control". The sample is non -homogenous (e.g., VOA soil). The reported value is the lower,
N1 Presumptive evidence and estimated value. The component has been tentatively identified base on mass spectral library.
N2 There is an indication that the analyte is present, but quality control requirements for confirmation were not met (i.e., presence of e
N3 This code shall be used if the level is too low to permit accurate quantification, but the estimated concentration is less than the labo
N4 This code shall be used if the level is too low to permit accurate quantification, but the estimated concentration is less than the labo
N5 The component has been tentatively identified based on a retention time standard.
Q1 Holding time exceeded prior to receipt by lab.
Q2 Holding time exceeded following receipt by lab.
P Elevated PQL* due to matrix interference and/or sample dilution.
S Not enough sample provided to prepare and/or analyze a method -required matrix spike (MS) and/or matrix spike duplicate (MSD).
U Indicates that the analyte was analyzed for but not detected above the reported practical quantitation limit*. The number value repo
X1 Sample not screened for this compound.
X2 Sampled, but analysis lost or not performed -field error.
X3 Sampled, but analysis lost or not performed -lab error.
V Indicates the analyte was detected in both the sample and the associated method blank. Note: The value in the blank shall not be s
Y Elevated PQL* due to insufficient sample size.
Z1 Inability to analyze the sample.
Z2 Questions concerning data reliability.
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- Aw �,' UA FILE/"
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
June 1, 2015
Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection conducted at the
subject facility on May 20, 2015 by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office. Please inform the facility's Operator -in -
Responsible Charge (ORC) of our findings by forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning this report, please
do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bell at [phone], or at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
r 141
Michael L. Parker, Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, DENR
Enclosure:
Inspection Report
cc: MSC 1617-Central Files/Basement
Lincoln County Health Department
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Eaual O000rtunity � Affirmative Action Emolover - 30% Recycled110% Post Consumer paw

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
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 IN 1 2 15 I 3 I NCO025496 111 12 15/05/20 17 18 LCJ 19 1 s ( 20 H
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 f6
Inspection
Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CIA -----------------Reserved-----------
67
2.0 70 71 72 Lti 73174 751 1 1 1 1 I
LJ - J
80
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)
09:10AM 15/05/20
12/12/01
Lincointon WWTP
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Lincointon NC 28092
02:40PM 15/05/20
15/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)fTitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Donald A Burkey/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincointon NC 280930617/Public Works
NO
Directorf704-736-8940/7047368959
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspegtor(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Was Bell �„
MRO WQ/I704-663-1699 Ext.2192/—J-A-
1:�Zd
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
31 N00025496 I11 121 15/05/20 117 18 I c l
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Page#

i
Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015 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
0
❑
❑
❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
0
❑
❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The Division issued a permit modification on 11/16/2012 reqardinq the inclusion of interim
effluent limit/monitoring sheets for 3.5 MGD and 4.5 MGD. The permit modification also
included the reporting of the annual average flow data for the calendar year (attached to the
December monitoring report) and notification requirements (to DWR) once annual average
flows exceed 90% of the permitted/interim flow limits.
The City implements an approved Industrial Pretreatment Program.
The Division received the permit renewal package on 1/30/2015.
The last compliance evaluation inspection was performed on 5/1/2014.
Record Keeping
Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
M
❑
❑
❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
0
❑
❑
❑
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported CM
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
❑
❑
❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
❑
❑
❑
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator
M
❑
❑
❑
on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
M
❑
❑
❑
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
❑
❑
❑
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015
Record Keeping
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Comment. The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well maintained. Discharge
Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period March 2014 through February
2015. No effluent limit violations were reported and all monitoring frequencies were correct.
Laboratory
Yes No NA NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
0
❑
❑
❑
# Is the facility using a contract lab?
❑
❑
❑
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
■
❑
❑
❑
Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0 2 degrees?
❑
❑
❑
M
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
❑
❑
❑
■
Comment: Influent and effluent analvses are performed under the Citv's on -site laboratory certification
#153. Prism Laboratories (total nitrogen, total phosphorus, COD), Blue Ridge Labs (metals,
phenols, cyanide), Two Rivers Utilities/City of Gastonia Crowders Creek Laboratory (low
level mercury, color), and Meritech, Inc. (toxicity) have also been contracted to provide
analytical support.
The laboratory instrumentation used for field analyses appeared to be properly calibrated
and documented.
Influent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is sample collected above side streams?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is proper volume collected?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the tubing clean?
❑
❑
❑
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
❑
❑
❑
Celsius)?
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
®
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The subject permit requires influent BOD and TSS composite samples.
Monthly aliquot verifications are performed and documented.
Effluent Sampling
Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
S
❑
❑
❑
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is proper volume collected?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the tubing clean?
0
❑
❑
❑
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
M
❑
❑
❑
Celsius)?
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1
Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton VWVfP
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type M ❑ ❑ ❑
representative)?
Comment: The subject permit requires composite and grab effluent samples.
Monthly aliquot verifications are performed and documented.
Upstream / Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type and ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
sampling location)?
Comment:
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 i ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: The wastewater facilitv appeared to be properly operated and well maintained. The_facilit
staff incorporate a comprehensive process control program with all measurements being
properly documented and maintained on -site.
The facility is equipped with a SCADA system to assist the wastewater staff in the operation
of the treatment units/processes including alarm conditions. The facility is also equipped
with audible and visual alarm systems at specific treatment units/processes throughout the
plant site.
Pump Station - Influent
Yes No NA NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps present?
N
❑
❑
❑
Are all pumps operable?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are float controls operable?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Influent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
❑
M
❑
❑
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the flow meter operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
❑
❑
M
❑
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VWVfP
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Flow Measurement - Influent Yes No NA NE
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 5/13/2015 by ClearWater,
Inc.
Bar Screens
Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
❑
❑
❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
❑
❑
❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the unit in good condition?
❑
®
❑
❑
Comment: The mechanical screen was not operational. The facility is currently using a coarse manual
bar screen.
The City should investigate the actions needed (parts, funding etc.) to repair/replace the
mechanical screen. The mechanical screen significantly improves the removal of debris
(as compared to a coarse bar screen) from entering downstream treatment
units/processes.
Grit Removal
Yes
No
NA NE
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
❑
b.Mechanical
N
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
M
❑
❑ ❑
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
0
❑
❑ ❑
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
0
❑
❑ ❑
Comment: Screenings and grit are disposed at a permitted landfill.
Oxidation Ditches
Yes No NA NE
Are the aerators operational?
N
❑
❑
❑
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
M
❑
❑
❑
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
0
❑
❑
❑
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
❑
❑
❑
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
❑
❑
N
❑
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S
Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VVVVTP
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Oxidation Ditches Yes No NA NE
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes) ❑ ❑ ® ❑
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Mode of operation
Type of aeration system
Is the basin free of dead spots?
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
Are the diffusers operational?
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
Is the DO level acceptable?
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
Yes No NA NE
Ext. Air
Diffused
❑
❑
❑
❑
❑
■
❑
■
❑
❑
❑
❑
❑
E
❑
❑
N
❑
❑
N
❑
❑
❑
❑❑s❑
Comment: A maiority of the aeration basins were covered with foam however, no foam carry-over was
observed in the secondaries.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
!
❑
❑
❑
Are weirs level?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of weir blockage?
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
❑
❑
❑
Is scum removal adequate?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
E
❑
❑
❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/, of the sidewall depth)
N
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Both secondaries were operational and in service.
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes No NA NE
Are pumps in place?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are pumps operational?
N
❑
❑
❑
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
❑
❑
❑
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i
Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015
Pumps-RASMAS
Comment:
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Flow Measurement- Effluent
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑ ® ❑
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on 5/13/2015 by ClearWater,
Inc.
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes No NA NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
❑
❑
❑
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
❑
❑
❑
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
M
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Both chlorine contact chamber trains were operational and in service.
De -chlorination
Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?
Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
❑ ❑
e
❑
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
❑ ❑
M
❑
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
0 ❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Number of tubes in use?
Comment.
Chemical Feed Yes No NA NE
Is containment adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is storage adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Page# 8

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015
Chemical Feed
Are backup pumps available?
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
Comment:
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Effluent Pipe
Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
i
❑
❑
❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
i
❑
❑
❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
❑
❑
■
❑
Comment: The effluent appeared a pinkish tea color with trace suspended solids and foam.
The foam
dissipated less than 100 yards downstream of the discharge outfall.
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes No NA NE
Is the equipment operational?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
❑
❑
N
❑
Is storage adequate?
e
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
❑
❑
0
❑
Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
❑
❑
0
❑
Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
❑
❑
N
❑
The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: Waste activated sludge is thickened by a DAF unit prior to anaerobic digestion.
Digested bio-solids are land applied by a contract company (Synagro) under the authority of
Permit No. WQ0002712.
The drying beds (sixteen total) are used for emergency storage.
Anaerobic Digester
Yes No NA NE
Type of operation:
Floating
cover
Is the capacity adequate?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Is gas stored on site?
❑
❑
IN
❑
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the gas burner operational?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is the digester heated?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The facility is equipped with six digesters (3-primary and 3-storage).
Page# 9

Permit: NC0025496 Owner -Facility: LincolntonWWrP
Inspection Date: 05/20/2015 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Standby Power
Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator tested under load?
M
❑
❑
❑
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
❑
❑
❑
M
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
N
❑
❑
❑
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
0
❑
❑
❑
Comment: The standby generators are tested weekly and put under load during the quarterly servicing
by a contracted company (CAT)
Page# 10

RECEIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
W FEB — 3 2015
NCDENR
rUP SECTIONNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources-svL+_E REGIONAL OFFICE
Pat McCrory
Governor
Stephen H. Peeler, Dir. .
City of Lincolnton WTP
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 2893-0617
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
January 30, 2015
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Permit NCO025496
Lincoln County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on January 30, 2015. 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 Teresa
Rodriguez [phone].
Sincerely,
W Ve,� Tkzd0 oro1
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
o_oresville Regional fffice
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]ICustomer Service:1-877-623-6748
Internet:: www.ncwater.orq
An Equal OpportunitylAffirmative Action Employer

RECEIVED
m DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
AiJ,
� AUG 18 2014
NCDENR : �: r::)N
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
August 13, 2014
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler, Director Public Works
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093-0617
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Permit No. NCO025496
PC-2014-0013
Dear Mr. Peeler,
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check No. 15856 in the amount of $5,058.00 received
from you dated August 7, 2014. This payment satisfies in full 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 Steve Lewis at 919-807-6308.
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
cc: Enforcement File # PC-2014-0013
----------
sor
Wes Bell, MR
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

KA
NCDETlR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natura
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
Director of Public Works
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Dear Mr. Peeler:
June 4, 2014
�a
Resources
John E. Skvarla, III
Subject: PAR Review
City of L incotnton
NPDES Pen -nit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Mooresville Regional Office staff has reviewed your Pretreatment Annual Report (PAR) for the reporting
period of January through December 2013. The PAR was not submitted by the extended date of March 21, 2014
(received by the Division on May 27, 2014). In addition, the public notice for the SlU in SNC was also not
published by April 30, 2014 (published May 19, 2014). These violations were included in the Pretreatment
Compliance Inspection (PCl) report issued as a Notice of Violation/Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement
(NOV/NRE) dated May 12, 2014. The remaining documentation submitted in the PAR was completed in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908(b) requirements and guidelines set forth in Comprehensive Guidance for
North Carolina Pretreatment Programs. The next PAR will be due March 1, 2015.
If you have any questions concerning your PAR, please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone] and/or
Sarah Bass at [phone] or email at wes.bellancdenr.ggv and sarah.bass2ncdenr.gov .
Sincerely,
Wes Bell, Environmental Specialist
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
cc: Donald Burkey, Pretreatment Coordinator/City of Lincolnton
Sarah Bass, PERCS Unit
MSC 1617-Central Files Basement
V-T
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer - 30% Recvcledl10% Post Consumer oaoer

f
FILE/"
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
May 6, 2014
Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
City of Lincolnton
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection conducted at the
subject facility on May 1, 2014 by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office. Please inform the facility's Operator -in -
Responsible (ORC) of our findings by forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning this report, please
do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bell at [phone] or at wes.bell(c mcdenngov.
Sincerely,
An Michael L. Parker, Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
Enclosure:
Inspection Report
cc: Lincoln County Health Department
MSC-1617 Central Files -Basement
1i i
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq

`-
United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA 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 I N I 2 15 I 11 NCO025496 111 121 14/05/01 117 181 C I 19 I S I 201 I
Remarks
211IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIII II16
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA --------------------------- Reserved --------- ------------
67I 1.5 169 70141 711 N I 721 N I 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)
09:20 AM 14/05/01
12/12/01
Lincolnton WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Lincolnton NC 28092
01:15 PM 14/05/01
15/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
///
Donald A Burkey/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 280930617/Public Works
No
Director/704-736-8940/7047368959
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Siig%natu�re(s) of I, ector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers �jDate f
Wes Bell !. 1' �MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2192/
ignature ofManagement_Q A Re ;iew Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers DaGt�s�j1 1
Marcia Ilo�ccoMRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2204/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3 NCO025496 I11 12I 14/05/01 117 18I CI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
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4
Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014 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
■
0
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
Cl
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n
n
Comment: The Division issued a permit modification on 11/16/2012 regarding the
inclusion of interim effluent limit/monitoring sheets for 3.5 MGD and 4.5 MGD, in
addition to the original permit for 6.0 MGD. The permit modification also included a new
special condition A(8) that requires the reporting of the annual average flow data for the
calendar year (reported on the December monitoring report) and notification be made to
DWR upon annual average flows exceeding 90% of permitted flow (transition to the next
phased effluent sheet).
The last compliance evaluation inspection was performed on 10/4/2012.
Record Keeping
Yes No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
o
n
n
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
n
Cl
Cl
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
00
n
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
n
■
n
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
n
■
n
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
■
n
n
n
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
n
Cl
n
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n
n
Cl
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? ■ n n n
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ■ n n n
Comment: The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well
maintained. Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period
February 2013 through January 2014. No effluent limit violations were reported and all
monitoring frequencies were correct.
Laboratory
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
■
n
n
n
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
■
n
n
n
# Is the facility using a contract lab?
■
n
n
n
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
■
n
n
n
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
■
n
n
n
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
■
n
n
n
Comment: Influent and effluent analyses (BOD, TSS, fecal coliform, ammonia, pH,
total residual chlorine, temperature) are performed by the City's on -site laboratory
(Certification #153). Prism Laboratories, Inc. (Certification #402), Blue Ridge Labs
(Certification #275), and City of Gastonia's Crowders Creek Laboratory (Certification
#210) have also been contracted to provide analytical support.
Influent Sampling
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
■
n
n
n
Is sample collected above side streams?
n
■
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 less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
■
n
n
n
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
■
n
n
n
Comment: The subject permit requires influent BOD and TSS composite sampling.
The ORC and staff must ensure to perform and document periodic aliquot verifications
(100 mis. at a minimum) on the influent composite sampler.
The influent composite sample collects two side streams, the DAF effluent and any
filtrate from the drying beds. Both wastestreams are returned to the head of the
WWTP. Note: The DAF unit is shut down during the collection of influent samples for
the Long Term Monitoring Plan/Pretreatment Program.
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
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1
Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014
Effluent Sampling
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type representative)?
Comment: The subject permit requires effluent composite and grab sampling. The
ORC and staff must ensure to perform and document periodic aliquot verifications (100
mis. at a minimum) on the effluent composite sampler.
Upstream / Downstream Sampling
Yes No NA NE
■ n n n
■ n n n
■ n n n
■nnn
■nnn
■nnn
Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and sampling location)? ■ ❑ n n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Yes No NA NE
■nnn
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: The facility appeared to be properly operated and well maintained. The
ORC and staff incorporate a comprehensive process control program with all
measurements being properly documented and maintained on -site.
The facility is equipped with a SCADA system to assist the wastewater staff in the
operation of the treatment units/processes including alarm conditions. The facility is also
equipped with audible and visual alarms systems at specific treatment units/processes
throughout plant site. The ORC and staff should test (and document) these
audible/visual alarm systems on a periodic basis.
Pump Station - Influent
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
■
n
❑
n
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps operable?
■
n
n
n
Are float controls operable?
■
n
n
n
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
■
n
n
n
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Flow Measurement - Influent
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
n
■
n
n
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
■
n
n
n
Is the flow meter operational?
■
n
n
n
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
n
n
n
■
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated/verified annually and was last
calibrated/verified on 4/28/2014 by ClearWater, Inc.
Bar Screens
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
❑
b.Mechanical
■
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
■
n
n
n
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
■
n
n
n
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
■
n
n
n
Is the unit in good condition?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Grit Removal
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
Comment: Screenings and grit are removed by Republic Services and disposed at a
permitted landfill.
Oxidation Ditches
Are the aerators operational?
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
Is the DO level acceptable?
Yes No NA NE
■nnn
■ n n n
■nnn
■nnn
■nnn
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I
Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014
Oxidation Ditches
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Mode of operation
Type of aeration system
Is the basin free of dead spots?
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
Are the diffusers operational?
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
Is the DO level acceptable?
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
Comment: The facility is equipped with four aeration basin trains; however, only three
were in service.
Secondary Clarifier
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
Are weirs level?
Is the site free of weir blockage?
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
Is scum removal adequate?
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
Is the drive unit operational?
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/4 of the sidewall depth)
Comment: Both secondaries were operational and in service.
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
Ext. Air
Diffused
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Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014
Owner - Facility: Lincointon WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Are pumps in place?
Are pumps operational?
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
Comment: One of the RAS/WAS pumps was in the process of being repaired.
Flow Measurement - Effluent
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated/verified annually and was last
calibrated/verified on 4/28/2014 by ClearWater, Inc.
Disinfection -Liquid
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
n n
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n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n n
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n
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
■ ❑
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Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
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Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
n n
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Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Chemical Feed Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NC0025496
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014
Chemical Feed
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is containment adequate?
Is storage adequate?
Are backup pumps available?
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
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: The effluent appeared a reddish tea color with trace suspended solids and
foam. The foam dissipated less than forty yards downstream of the discharge outfall.
Anaerobic Digester
Type of operation:
Is the capacity adequate?
# Is gas stored on site?
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
Is the gas burner operational?
Is the digester heated?
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
Comment: The facility is equipped with six digesters (3 - primary and 3 -
secondary/storage). The gas burner was not in service.
Solids Handling Equipment
Is the equipment operational?
Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
Is storage adequate?
Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
Floating cover
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/01/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Solids Handling Equipment Yes No NA NE
Comment: Waste activated sludge is thickened by a DAF unit prior to anaerobic
digestion.
Digested bio-solids are land applied by a contract company (Synagro) under the
authority of Permit No. WQ0002712.
The facility staff rehabbed eight of the sixteen drying beds for emergency storage.
Standby Power
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
■
n
n
n
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
■
n
n
n
Is the generator tested under load?
■
n
n
n
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
n
n
n
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Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
■
n
n
n
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
■
n
n
n
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
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n
n
n
Comment: The facility is equipped with two standby generators.
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CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
CiVisic"N Or VVA I'E,--, QUALITY
SEP 0 9 2013
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
August 28, 2013
To: Kerr T. Stevens
From: Donald Burkey, Jr.
Re: Performance Annual Report
Dear Kerr T. Stevens,
Enclosed is the City of Lincolnton, NC Performance Annual Report. The report covers the fiscal year of
July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013. This report includes information on the Wastewater Treatment Plant and the
Water Treatment Plant alum basin.
If you need any additional information, please contact me at [phone].
Donald A. Burkey Jr
ORC Wastewater Treatment Plant
608 WEST Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • L.INCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

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CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
2012 — 2013
I. General Information
Facility System Name: City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant
Responsible Entity: City of Lincolnton, North Carolina
Person in Charge/Contact: Donald A. Burkey Jr, (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
Robert Pearson, (Water Treatment Plant)
Applicable Permits: t.)
NPDES Permit NCO085588 (Water Treatment Plant.)
II. Description of Treatment Process
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant is an Activated Sludge treatment process.
The process works in three stages: preliminary treatment, primary treatment and secondary
treatment. The influent wastewater from town comes into the Main Lift Station that then pumps
the wastewater up to the preliminary treatment units.
608 WEST Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

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In the preliminary treatment stage, a Filter/Screening Unit removes screenings from the
wastewater and the grit is taken out by a Vortex Grit Removal system. The water is then piped
to the Oxidtion Ditch. This starts the primary treatment (biological) phase.
In the primary treatment stage, microorganisms treat the wastewater. Our primary treatment
consists of two phases, the Oxidation Ditch and Fine Bubble Aeration Basin. In the Oxidation
Ditch phase, the incoming wastewater flows into the outer ring of the Orbal Ditch and is mixed
with the microorganisms. Rotating discs in the Oxidation Ditch circulate the wastewater around
the outer ring and into the inner ring while the microorganisms breakdown the organic materials
in the wastewater.
The wastewater is then piped to the Aeration Basin. In the Aeration Basin, fine air bubbles are
introduced to the incoming microorganisms and a biomass is formed. These microorganisms,
called bugs, use the oxygen supplied by the fine air bubbles to survive. While passing through
the Aeration Basin, the bugs consume and breakdown the remaining organic waste in the water.
After the Aeration Basin, the water enters into the secondary treatment stage. The wastewater
leaving the Aeration Basin is piped into two Final Clarifiers. The water and solids (biomass)
separate during this part of the treatment process. The separated solids are either returned to the
Oxidation Ditch to start the process over again, or wasted to the Diffused Air Floatation unit
(DAF) as sludge. The DAF unit thickens the sludge before it goes to anaerobic digesters for
storage until removal from the plant. The water from the clarifier moves to the disinfection stage
where liquid sodium hypochlorite is fed into the water to reduce pathogens (disease causing
bacteria) to NPDES permit required levels.
Once disinfected, the water is discharged into the South Fork River. The excess sludge is
contracted to and transported by Synagro to permitted farmland sites in Lincoln County, NC for
land application.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant Alum Basin:
The City of Lincolnton Water Plant has a discharge permit for an alum basin. The basin
discharges water into the South Fork River. The alum basin is used for the water plants filters
washes and basin cleanings. The filter washes and/or basin cleanings flow to the basin by
gravity and are allowed to settle. The solids settle to the bottom and clear water remains on top.
The clear water is pumped to the river and the solids are pumped to centrifuge. After drying, the
alum sludge is transported to the Lincoln County Landfill for disposal.

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III. SUMMARY OF SYSTEM PERFORMANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012-2013
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
Violations (for the fiscal year 2012-2013):
The Wastewater Treatment Plant had three reported violations for the fiscal year 2012 —2013.
Violations ( for the fiscal year 2012 — 2013)
July 2012: Antimony
This violation was due to a suspected slug load to the Wastewater
Treatment Plant from industries.
December 2012: Toxicity
This violation was due to suspected slug loads received from industries.
January 2013: Toxicity
This violation was due to suspected slug loads received from industries.
Spills (for the fiscal year 2012-2013):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2012-2013.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant:
The Water Treatment Plant did not have any reported violations for fiscal year 2012 — 2013.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2012-2013):
No reported violations for the fiscal year 2012-2013
Spills (for the fiscal year 2012-2013I-
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2012-2013

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IV.
Notification
A Public Notice will be listed in the Lincoln Times -News newspaper on August 30, 2013 and
September 2, 2013 advising all customers that this Performance Annual Report is available for
public review at the City of Lincolnton Public Works & Utilities office at 128 Motz Avenue.
V. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of
the City of Lincolnton water and sewer system, and that those users have been notified of its
availability.
Donald A. Burkey Jr
Wastewater Treatmei
City of Lincolnton
Plant Superintendent
Robert Pearson
Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
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Bell, Wes
From: Donald A. Burkey[[e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, August 01, 2013 1:09 PM
To: Bell, Wes
Cc: Stephen H. Peeler
Subject: WWTP Flooding
Wes,
wanted to give you written notification of the extraordinary events that occurred on Sunday July 28, 2013 at the City of
Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant. This written notification is a follow-up to the telephone message I left on your
voicemail on that Sunday morning and our telephone conversation on Tuesday, July 30th.
The South Fork River overflowed its banks in the early hours of Sunday morning and reached an estimated 9 feet over
flood stage from the extraordinary rain event that happened in Western Lincoln County and Catawba County. There were
estimates that this storm dumped 10 -12 inches of rain in a 4 — 6 hour period on Saturday July 27'h over this area. A great
portion of this rain drains into the South Fork River basin system.
The South Fork River flooded the lower section of our WWTP that runs along the riverbank. The water level rose above
our sludge drying beds and the water flowed over the drying beds for several hours. The flood water washed away the
dried sludge that was on the drying beds. The flood waters shifted the sand layer on top of the drying beds and left a
silt/mud layer on the drying beds.
The WWTP received a tremendous amount of flood water though the sewer lines. There were numerous manholes that
were flooded over and 5 of the City's lift stations were flooded. Normally, on Sunday's, the WWTP receives about 1 mgd
of flow. The WWTP processed 12.8 mgd on Sunday July 28th. This amount of flow caused a wash -out of our mixed liquor
and the plant received a bunch of mud from the flood waters. Our effluent Suspended Solids was 104 mg/I on Monday
July 29'h due to the amount of mud the plant received.
We drained our contact basins on Tuesday to try to get some of the mud out of them and it did help the situation. The
effluent Suspended Solids was 44.5 mg/I on Tuesday. The Suspended Solids on Wednesday and today was 19 mg/I.
Hopefully, we can avoid getting a weekly TSS violation.
I trust this written notification satisfies our responsibility to notify NC-DENR of spills or extraordinary events that occur at
the WWTP. If you have any questions, please contact me.
Thanks,
Donald Burkey
WWTP Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
[phone]

Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Charles Wakild, P.E.
Director
October 18, 2012
CERTIFIED MAIL #7010 0780 0000 5519 1857
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Steve Peeler
Director of Public Works and Utilities
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093
Subject: Notice of Violation and Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement
Tracking #: NOV-2012-LV-0536
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of the July 2012 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameters at Outfall 001:
Date
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
7/11/12
Antimony
75 µg/L
52 µg/L (Daily maximum)
7/31/12
Antimony
75 µg/L
52 µg/L (Monthly average)
A Notice of Violation and Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement (NOV/NRE) is being issued
for the noted violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and NPDES Permit No.
NC0025496. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, 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 violations, request technical
assistance, or discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within 10 days of receipt of this
Notice. A review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the
July 2012 Discharge Monitoring Report. You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be
assessed regarding these violations. If no response is received in this Office within the 10-day
period, a civil penalty assessment may be prepared.
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.
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Intemet: http://portal.nedenr.org/weblwq
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anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order
by Consent. You may contact Ms. Marcia Allocco of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Allocco at (704)
235-2204.
Sincerely,
Michael Parker
Acting Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
cc: Point Source Branch
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P.O. BOX 617 • 128 MOTZ AVENUE • TELEPHONE [phone] • FACSIMILE 736-8959
LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
October 26, 2012
Mr. Michael Parker
Acting Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
NC Division of Water Quality
610 East Center Street, Suite 301
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Re: City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
NOV-2012-LV-0536
Lincolnton, NC
Subject: Response to Letter Received October 22, 2012
Mr. Parker:
The City of Lincolnton received your letter regarding "Notice of Violation and
Notice of Recommendation for Enforcement". As requested, we offer the
following additional information that addresses the actions taken by the City to
reduce antimony:
1. Immediately upon receiving test data indicating a violation, the City
secured the consulting services of Pease Engineers and Architecture
to establish a plan of action to identify sources and methods of
removing antimony from the system
2. The plan of action developed in the City's initial meeting with Pease
established two (2) areas that would require investigation. The first
action investigated influent concentration of antimony at the WWTP
and evaluated removal efficiencies within the plant. The second action
evaluated collection system concentrations of antimony.
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3. On September 61h, the City with its consultant met with NCDENR
Mooresville Regional Office to discuss the plan of action. The meeting
concluded with the City completing the following action items; continue
communication with the Regional Office regarding the progress of the
action plan and requesting from the state a modification to tiered
discharge limits in the NPDES Permit. The state office was contacted
and the request is currently being processed.
4. The Wastewater Treatment Plant investigation initially consisted of jar
test analysis to determine if chemical precipitation is a means of
antimony reduction. The test consisted of feeding ferric and/or ionic
polymer to the sample in an attempt to tie-up antimony in the solids.
The results indicated limited or minor removal of antimony. A second
set of samples were tested in a pilot program using ozone generator to
remove antimony. The ozone program treated two separate internal
plant waste streams. The DAF supernatant and effluent from the final
clarifier was exposed to ozone at different increments of time and tests
were performed on the treated sample. Both waste streams reduced
antimony by approximately 30 per cent. Currently we are sending
additional samples to an ozone generator manufacturer for testing to
confirm our results.
5. The system evaluation was divided into two (2) parts. The first part
evaluated individual industries on the City's Pretreatment Program to
determine allocations of antimony. The second part segregated the
collection system into zones and tested trunk line sewers for illicit
dischargers. To date illicit dischargers have not been detected. The
City is currently evaluating permit modifications under the pretreatment
program to minimize impact at the WWTP.
Action Items:
The City intends to continue implementing a testing program within the
WWTP and to determine cost associated with antimony removal.
The City is reviewing existing pretreatment permits and intends to re -issue
permits to several of the existing industries.
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In addition, The WWTP has not had an excursion of antimony since the July
sampling.
We trust this provides sufficient information as to what the City is doing to
eliminate excursions of antimony in the discharge. If there are any questions,
please do not hesitate to call. Thank you for your assistance.
Si4Steveeler,
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Director
Public Works & Utilities
Cc: Jeff Emory, City Manager
James Rhyne, WWTP Superintendent
Donald Burkey, Pretreatment Technician
Don Garbrick, P.E., Vice -President, Pease Engineers & Architecture

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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
FILE
Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
October 9, 2012
Mr. Stephen Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. N00025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection conducted at the subject
facility on October 4, 2012. Please inform the facility's Operator -in -Responsible (ORC) of our findings by
forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning this report, please do not
hesitate to contact Mr. Wes Bell at [phone], or at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Michael Parker
Acting Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Enclosure:
Inspection Report
cc: Lincoln County Health Department
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Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA 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 IN I 2 15 I 31 NCO025496 111 121 12/10/04 117 18I C I 19I S I 20I II
Remarks
2111111IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 1 161
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA —---------------------- -- Reserved --------------------
67 I 1.5 169 70I 4 71 I N I 72) N I 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
09:50 AM 12/10/04
12/05/01
Lincolnton WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Lincolnton NC 28092
01:50 PM 12/10/04
15/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
///
Donald A Burkey//704-736-8960 /
James S. Rhyne/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 280930617/Public Works
Director/704-736-8940/7047368959 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Find in/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Ins�pector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wesley N Bell Y � MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2192/ z' A
Signature of Management Q A R ie Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers D`aatg�
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Marcia Allocco MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2204/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO025496 111 12, 12/10/04 117 18ICI
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Page # 2

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
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: The subject permit expires on 6/31/2015.
The last compliance evaluation inspection was performed on 1/28/2011.
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
n
n
n
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
n
n
n
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
n
n
n
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
n
n
n
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
110
n
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
■
n
n
n
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■
n
n
n
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
■
n
n
n
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Record Keeping
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Comment: The records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well
maintained. Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period July
2011 through June 2012. Daily maximum effluent antimony violations were reported in
November 2011 and December 2011. A weekly average effluent total suspended solids
violation was reported in March 2012. The Division has previously addressed these
limit violations through the issuances of either an NOV or NOV/civil penalty asssesment.
The facility failed to achieve the 85% removal efficiency for total suspended solids in
March 2012.
Laboratory
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
# Is the facility using a contract lab?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
Comment: Influent and effluent analyses (including field) are performed under the City
of Lincolnton's laboratory certification #153. Prism Laboratories, Inc. (Certification
#402), Blue Ridge Labs (Certification #275), and City of Gastonia's Crowders Creek
Laboratory (Certification #210) have also been contracted to provide analytical support.
Influent Sampling
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected above side streams?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
Comment:
Effluent Sampling
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Effluent Sampli
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
■ n
n n
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type representative)?
■ n
n n
Comment: The subject permit requires composite and grab effluent samples.
Upstream / Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and sampling location)? ■ ❑ n n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ n n n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ n n n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: The facility appeared to be properly operated and well maintained. The
operations staff initiate a comprehensive process control program with all data being
properly documented and maintained on -site.
The facility is equipped with a SCADA type system to assist the ORC and staff with the
operation of the treatment facility.
Pump Station - Influent
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
■
n
n
n
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps operable?
■
n
n
n
Are float controls operable?
■
n
n
n
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
■
❑
n
❑
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
■
n
n
Cl
Comment:
Bar Screens
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual ■
b.Mechanical ■
Are the bars adequately screening debris? ■ n n n
Is the screen free of excessive debris? ■ n n n
Is disposal of screening in compliance? ■ n n n
Page # 5

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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Bar Screens
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the unit in good condition?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Grit Removal
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
❑
b.Mechanical
■
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
■
n
n
n
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
■
n
n
n
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
■
n
Q
n
Comment:
Oxidation Ditches
Yes No
NA
NE
Are the aerators operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
■
n
n
n
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
Cl
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
Q
❑
■
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
11
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Page
# 6

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Comment: The facility is equipped with four aeration basins (all operational); however,
only two are currently being used.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
■
n
n
n
Are weirs level?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
n
n
n
Is scum removal adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
n
n
n
Is the drive unit operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
■
n
n
n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
n
n
n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately 1/< of the sidewall depth)
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are pumps in place?
■
n
n
n
Are pumps operational?
■
n
n
n
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
❑
n
■
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated/verified annually and was last
calibrated/verified on 3/1/2012 by Johnston, Inc.
Disinfection -Liquid
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
Yes No NA NE
■nnn
■nnn
Page # 7

Permit: NC0025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes No
NA
NE
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
■ n
n
n
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is 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 ?
Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
n n
■
n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n n
■
n
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
■ n
n
n
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
n n
■
n
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
n n
■
o
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Chemical Feed
Yes No
NA
NE
Is containment adequate?
■ n
n
n
Is storage adequate?
■ n
n
n
Are backup pumps available?
■ n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
■ n
n
n
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes No
NA
NE
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: The effluent appeared slightly tea colored with no floatable solids and
foam. The foam dissispated less than fifty yards from the discharge outfall. The
receiving stream did not appear to be negatively impacted.
Anaerobic Digester
Type of operation:
Yes No NA NE
Floating cover
Page # 8

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 10/04/2012
Anaerobic Digester
Is the capacity adequate?
# Is gas stored on site?
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
Is the gas burner operational?
Is the digester heated?
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Comment: The facility currently uses three digesters and three storage tanks.
Bio-solids are land applied under the authority of Permit No. WQ0002712. The facility
staff have also rehabbed a section of the drying beds for emergency storage.
Standby Power
Is automatically activated standby power available?
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
Is the generator tested under load?
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
Comment: The facility is equipped with two standby generators.
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
Page # 9

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. George Wood, County Manager
Lincoln County
115 W. Main Street
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092
Dear Mr. Wood:
Division of Water Quality
Charles Wakild, P.E.
Director
January 29, 2013
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
RECEIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
JAN 3 0 2013
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
SUBJECT: Permit No. WQ0036261
Lincoln County
Lincoln County Airport Sewer Extension
In accordance with your permit application received November 27, 2012, and additional
information received by the Division of Water Quality (Division), we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0036261 dated January 29, 2013, to Lincoln County for the construction and
operation of the subject wastewater collection system.
This Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject
to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have
the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt
of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter
150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings,
6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made this permit
shall be final and binding.
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility
has been installed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. Mail the
Certification to the Infrastructure Finance Section, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27699-1633. (Engineer's Certification Form is attached.)
One set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org
NorthCarolina
Natura!!r,
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. George Wood
January 29, 2013
Page 2
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Adrian Eaton,
State Review Engineer, at [phone] or Seth Robertson, P.E. at [phone].
Sincerely,
06& /�4 � � � )
Charles Wakild, P.E.
ae/sr
cc: Mr. Kevin R. Laird, P.E., Goodwyn Mills and Cawood Inc., 101 East Washington Street,
Suite 320, Greenville, South Carolina 29601
NO(NCO025496)
t Application File WQ0036261
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER COLLECTION PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North
Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
LINCOLN COUNTY
FOR THE
construction and operation of a sewer system consisting of: approximately 2,654 linear feet of 8-
inch gravity sewer; a 175 GPM duplex pump station with on -site audible and visual alarms,
backup generator with automatic transfer switch, telemetry, and approximately 17,180 linear feet
of 6-inch force main as a part of the Lincoln County Airport Sewer Extension, and the discharge
of 20,000 GPD of collected wastewater into the City of Lincolnton W WTF (NC0025496)
sewerage system pursuant to the application received on November 27, 2012, and subsequent
additional information received by the Division, and in conformity with the project plans,
specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be
subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with the
conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the
application and other supporting data.
3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system -wide collection system
permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T
.0400. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met
as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0400:

Lincoln County
January 29, 2013
Permit No. WQ0036261
Page 2
(a) The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent
discharge to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater
standards or surface water standards.
(b) A map of the sewer system shall be developed and actively maintained.
(c) An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency,
preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response shall
be developed and implemented.
(d) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system)
shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative every day (i.e., 365 days per
year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at
least once per week.
(e) High -priority sewers shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative at least
once every six -months and inspections are documented.
(f) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire sewer system
shall be conducted at least once per year.
(g) Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office
in accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as
required by G.S. 143-215.1C.
(h) A Grease Control Program shall be established as follows:
(i) For publicly owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall
include at least bi-annual distribution of educational materials for both
commercial and residential users and the legal means to require grease
interceptors for new construction and retrofit, if necessary, of grease
interceptors at existing establishments. The plan shall also include legal means
for inspections of the grease interceptors, enforcement for violators and the
legal means to control grease entering the system from other public and
private satellite sewer systems.
(ii) For privately owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall
include at least bi-annual distribution of grease education materials to users of
the collection system by the permittee or its representative.
(iii) Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in
Parts (i) and (ii) of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related
sanitary sewer overflows.
(i) Right-of-ways and easements shall be maintained in the full easement width for
personnel and equipment accessibility.
(j) Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a) through (i) for a minimum of
three years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the
system.
4. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of
Lincolnton WWTF (NC0025496) sewerage system prior to being discharged into receiving
stream.

OFLincoln County
January 29, 2013
Permit No. WQ0036261
Page 3
5. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties
involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request
will be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
6. Construction of the sewers, pump station(s) and force main shall be scheduled so as not to
interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of
wastewater to the surface waters of the State.
7. A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the Permittee
for the life of the wastewater collection facilities.
8. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted
facility has been installed in accordance with this permit, the approved plans and
specifications, and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases
and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction
approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the
entire project has been completed. Mail the Certification to the Infrastructure Finance
Section, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633. (Engineer's
Certification Form is attached.)
9. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
10. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies
(i.e., local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river
buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements in
15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCGO10000, and any
requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 21-1.0500.
11. The Permittee shall provide for the pump station and force main the following items:
(a) Pump Station Reliability:
(i) Pump stations, except when exempted by Subparagraph 0)(2) of 15A NCAC
02T.0305, shall be designed with multiple pumps such that peak flow can be
pumped with the largest pump out of service.
(ii) A standby power source or pump is required at all pump stations except for
those pump stations subject to Subparagraph 0)(2) of 15A NCAC 02T.0305.
Controls shall be provided to automatically activate the standby source and
signal an alarm condition.

Lincoln County
January 29, 2013
Permit No. WQ0036261
Page 4
(iii) As an alternative to Part (ii) for pump stations with an average daily design
flow less than 15,000 gallons per day as calculated using 15A NCAC
02T.0114,
a portable power source or pumping capability may be utilized. It shall be
demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted
by the permittee and is compatible with the station. If the portable power
source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the
pump stations' storage capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable
power source or pump, including travel timeframes, shall be provided in the
case of a multiple station power outage.
(iv) As an alternative to Part (ii) for pump or vacuum stations connecting a single
building to an alternative sewer system, wet well storage requirements shall be
documented to provide 24-hours worth of wastewater storage or, exceed the
greatest power outage over the last three years or the documented response
time to replace a failed pump, whichever is greater. Documentation shall be
required pursuant to the permit application.
(v) All pump stations designed for two pumps or more shall have a telemetry
system to provide remote notification of a problem condition to include power
failure and high water alarm.
(vi) High water audio and visual alarm.
(b) Pump stations shall have a permanent weatherproof sign stating the pump station
identifier, 24-hour emergency number and instructions to call in case of emergency.
Simplex pump or vacuum stations serving a single-family residence shall have a
placard or sticker placed inside the control panel with a 24-hour emergency contact
number.
(c) Screened vents for all wet wells.
(d) The public shall be restricted access to the site and equipment.
(e) Air relief valves shall be provided at all high points along force mains where the
vertical distance exceeds ten feet.
12. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance
conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those that may be
required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater
collection facilities.
13. The facilities shall be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the North Carolina
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act.
14. If applicable, the Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental
Management Commission is incorporated herein by reference and is made a condition of this
Permit. Noncompliance with the terms of the Operational Agreement may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C. A copy of the Articles of Incorporation,
Declarations, and Bylaws that have been properly filed shall be submitted with the engineer's
certification prior to operation.

Lincoln County
January 29, 2013
FF Permit No. WQ0036261
Page 5
15. Any abandoning of the existing facilities must be done in accordance with the requirements
of the Division's Mooresville Regional Office.
16. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall verbally report to a water quality staff member at the Mooresville
Regional Office, telephone number [phone], 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 either of the following:
(a) Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater transport such as mechanical or electrical failures
of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.
(b) Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to
receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station
or facility.
Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as
the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may
also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-
0368 or [phone]. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill
report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form),
within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the
actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition I(2), Part
II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to
show that the SSO was beyond control.
Permit issued this the 29th Day of January 2013
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Charles WaMild, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit No. WQ0036261

Lincoln County
Permit No. WQ0036261
Lincoln County Airport Sewer Extension
Issued January 29, 2013
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the
State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically/weekly/full time) the
construction of the sewer collection system serving the Lincoln County Airport Sewer Extension,
located in Lincoln County, hereby state that to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence
was used in the observation of the following construction:
a sewer system consisting of. approximately 2,654 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer; a 175
GPM duplex pump station with on -site audible and visual alarms, backup generator with
automatic transfer switch, telemetry, and approximately 17,180 linear feet of 6-inch force main
as a part of the Lincoln County Airport Sewer Extension, and in conformity with the project
plans, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
I certify that the construction of the above referenced project was observed to be built within
substantial compliance and intent of the approved plans and specifications.
Signature
Date
Mail this Certification to: Attn: Adrian Eaton
Registration No.
DENR/DWQ
Infrastructure Finance Section
1633 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633.
Note: If the wastewater collection permit was issued to a private entity under an Operational
Agreement with the Environmental Management Commission, then a copy of the Articles
of Incorporation, Declarations, and Bylaws that have been properly filed with the
applicable County's Register of Deeds shall be submitted with this certification.
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1-27-12;10:11AM;
' OF LZNCOLNTON
To Whom This May Concern,
# 4/ 4
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Due to my pending retirement from the City of Lincolnton, effective November 30, 2012
at 5:00 p.m., T James S. Rhyne, am resigning my position of Operator in Responsible
Charge (ORC) of the City of Lincotnton Wastewater Treatment Plant located in Lincoln
County, NC. The NPDES Permit Number is NC0025496.
I am resigning my designee position of the Stormwater Monitoring Permit Number
NCGI 10000.
I also resign any other designation in my name associated with the City of Lincointon
Wastewater Treatment Plant Laboratory, Permit Number 153, or the City of Lincolnton
Residuals Land Application Program, Permit Number WQ0002712.
Sincerely,
. X
James S. Rhyne
ORC, Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit # NCO025496
P.O. BOX 617 • UNCOLNTON, NORTH CAROUNA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

27-12;10:11AM;
Designation Farm
Operator in Responsible Charge
Water Pollution Control Systems
I-AULI I Y INKJKMATION:
Name of Facility: Gity Qf Lincolnton W st wate Trea en Plant
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 617
City/State/Zip Code: Lincolnton, NC 28092
Permit No: NC0025496 County: Lincoln
Facility Type (Please check type of facility ;
Wastewater Treatment Facility: Class I Lj Class II ❑ Class III E9 Class IV ❑
Wastewater Collection System: Class I ❑ Class II ❑ Class III ❑ Class IV ❑
Physical/Chemical System Class I ❑ Class II ❑ Class III ❑ Class IV ❑
# 3/ 4
Spray Irrigation ❑ Land_ Application [ Subsurface n
**************************************************************************************************
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE
Name (please print): Donald A._eurkey Jr
Mailing Address: 994 Arrow Street
City/State/Zip Code: Lincolntnn, NC 28092
Certificate Types and Grade: NC WPCSOCC Grade N Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Certificate Number(s); 13485
Social Security Number:
Work Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Home Phonj6-.�980-241-6765 A
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Signature., l Date: f l ' o�ta— f
BACK UP OPERATOR
Name (please print): Debra Victoria Tunst all
Mailing Address: ZQ62 RkQyiQM&Ad
City/State/Zip Code: Lincolnton, NC 28092
Certificate Types and Grade: NC RC50CG -0.pdQ,"astevatQr Treatment Plant Operator
Certificate Number(s): 987836
Social Security Number:
Work Phone: 704-736=$96.0 FAX: [phone]
Home Phone: [phone]
Signature:t - Date:
SYSTEM ADMXNXSTRATXVIE OFFICER OR OWNER
Name (please print): Stephen H. Peeler
Mailing Address: Post Office Box �17
City/State/zip Code: Lincolnton NC 28093
Work Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Signature:
Please mail to;
Date,
WPCSOCC
1618 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1619

27-12;10:11AM;
Designation Form
Operator in Responsible Charge
Water Pollution Control Systems
FACILM INFORMATION:
Name of Facility: City o Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 617
City/State/zip Code: Uncolnton, NC 28092
Permit No: 1`1C00Z5496 County: Lincoln
Facility Type (Please check type of facility):
Wastewater Treatment Facility: Class I ❑ Class II ❑ Class III ® Class IV ❑
Wastewater Collection System: Class I ❑ Gass II ❑ Class III ❑ Class IV ❑
Physical/Chemical System Class I ❑ Class II ❑ class III ❑ Class IV ❑
Spray Irrigation ❑ Land Application ❑ Subsurface ❑
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE
Name (please print): Donald A. Burkey jr
Mailing Address: 994 Arrow Street
City/State/zip Code: Lincoln on. NC 28092
# 2/ 4
Certificate Types and Grade: NC WPCSOCC Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Certificate Number(s): 1348$
Social Security Number: ailr�
Work Phone: 704736-$960 "'" " FAX: 7Q4-U2&137
Home Phon - -
Signature: Date: (p2
********* ************* *******************************************************************
BACK UP OPERATOR
Name (please print): William Clay Harrelson Jr
Mailing Address: 664 Flint Hill Road
City/State/Zip Code: ChernNille, NC 28021 _
Cert9flcate Types and Grade: NC WPCSOCC Grade IV Wastewater Treatment Plan
Certificate Number(s): 987673 _
Social Security Number: _
Work Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Home Phone: [phone]
Signature: Date:
SYSTEM ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER OR OWNER
Name (please print): Stephen H. Peeler
Mailing Address: Post Office Box 617
City/State/Z1p Code: Linco 28093
Work Phone: 4- - FAX: 704-7N&252
Signature Date: zy'z //z
Please mail to:
WPCSOCC
1618 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1618
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CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
RECEIVED
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CITY OF LINCOLNTON
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
2010 - 2011
I. General Information
Facility System Name: City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment
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Person in Charge/Contact: James S. Rhyne, (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
D. C. Thornburg III, (Water Treatment Plant)
Applicable Permits: NPDES Permit rw1WRz-3q9Wastewater Treatment Plant.)
NPDES Permit NCO085588 (Water Treatment Plant.)
II. Description of Treatment Process
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant is an Activated Sludge treatment process.
The process works in three stages: preliminary treatment, primary treatment and secondary
treatment. The influent wastewater from town comes into the Main Lift Station that then pumps
the wastewater up to the preliminary treatment units.
P.O. BOX 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093.0617
PHONE [phone] • FAx [phone]

In the preliminary treatment stage, a Filter/Screening Unit removes screenings from the
wastewater and the grit is taken out by a Vortex Grit Removal system. The water is then piped
to the Oxidtion Ditch. This starts the primary treatment (biological) phase.
In the primary treatment stage, microorganisms treat the wastewater. Our primary treatment
consists of two phases, the Oxidation Ditch and Fine Bubble Aeration Basin. In the Oxidation
Ditch phase, the incoming wastewater flows into the outer ring of the Orbal Ditch and is mixed
with the microorganisms. Rotating discs in the Oxidation Ditch circulate the wastewater around
the outer ring and into the inner ring while the microorganisms breakdown the organic materials
in the wastewater.
The wastewater is then piped to the Aeration Basin. In the Aeration Basin, fine air bubbles are
introduced to the incoming microorganisms and a biomass is formed. These microorganisms,
called bugs, use the oxygen supplied by the fine air bubbles to survive. While passing through
the Aeration Basin, the bugs consume and breakdown the remaining organic waste in the water.
After the Aeration Basin, the water enters into the secondary treatment stage. The wastewater
leaving the Aeration Basin is piped into two Final Clarifiers. The water and solids (biomass)
separate during this part of the treatment process. The separated solids are either returned to the
Oxidation Ditch to start the process over again, or wasted to the Diffused Air Floatation unit
(DAF) as sludge. The DAF unit thickens the sludge before it goes to anaerobic digesters for
storage until removal from the plant. The water from the clarifier moves to the disinfection stage
where liquid sodium hypochlorite is fed into the water to reduce pathogens (disease causing
bacteria) to NPDES permit required levels.
Once disinfected, the water is discharged into the South Fork River. The excess sludge is
contracted to and transported by Synagro to permitted farmland sites in Lincoln County, NC for
land application.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant Alum Basin:
The City of Lincolnton Water Plant has a discharge permit for an alum basin. The basin
discharges water into the South Fork River. The alum basin is used for the water plants filters
washes and basin cleanings. The filter washes and/or basin cleanings flow to the basin by
gravity and are allowed to settle. The solids settle to the bottom and clear water remains on top.
The clear water is pumped to the river and the solids are pumped to centrifuge. After drying, the
alum sludge is transported to the Lincoln County Landfill for disposal.

III. SUMMARY OF SYSTEM PERFORMANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
Violations (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
The Wastewater Treatment Plant had no reported violations for the fiscal year 2010 - 2011
Spills (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2010-2011.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant:
The Water Treatment Plant had no reported violations for fiscal year 2010 — 2011.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
No reported violations for the fiscal year 2010-2011.
Spills (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2010-2011.
IV. Notification
A Public Notice will be listed in the Lincoln Times -News newspaper on August 31, 2011 and
September 2, 2011 advising all customers that this Performance Annual Report is available for
public review at the City of Lincolnton Public Works & Utilities office at 128 Motz Avenue.

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V. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of
the City of Lincolnton water and sewer system, and that those users have been notified of its
availability.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
June 20, 2012
Mr. Steve Peeler
Director of Public Works and Utilities
City of Lincolnton
P.O. Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
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Natural Resources
Subject: Notice of Deficiency — Effluent Limitation
Tracking #: NOD-2012-LV-0037
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of the March 2012 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of the
following parameter at Outfall 001:
Date Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
Week ending 3/10/12 TSS 46.3 mg/L 45.0 mg/L (Weekly average)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the causes(s) of the noted
violation. Unresolved violations may lead to the issuance of a Notice of Violation and/or assessments
of civil penalties by the Division of Water Quality.
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 (SOC).
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have questions concerning this matter or to apply
for a SOC, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Marcia Allocco at [phone].
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
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Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. James Rhyne
City of Lincolnton
P.O. Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093
Dear Mr. Rhyne:
Division of Water Quality
Charles Wakild, P.E.
Director
March 19, 2012
Subject: Notice of Violation — Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2012-LV-0165
City of Lincolnton VWVTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of the December 2011 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of
the following parameter at Outfall 001:
Date Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
12/14/11 Antimony 88 µg/L 52 µg/L (Daily maximum)
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 Ms. Marcia Allocco of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Allocco or me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
cc: Point Source Branch
MA
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
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February 15, 2012
Mr. James Rhyne
City of Lincolnton
O. O. Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093
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Natural Resources
Subject: Notice of Violation — Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2012-LV-0123
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Rhyne:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of the November 2011 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of
the following parameter at Outfall 001:
Date Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
11/16/11 Antimony 97 µg/L 52 µg/L (Daily maximum)
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 Ms. Marcia Allocco of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Allocco or me at
[phone].
Point Source Branch
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] l Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
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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
September 22, 2011
JEFF B EMORY
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
PO BOX 617
LINCOLNTON NC 280930617
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Lincolnton WWTP
Permit Number: NCO025496
Case Number: LV-2009-0301
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Emory:
RECEIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
SEP 2 6 2011
SWP SECTION
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 006469 in the amount of $85.30 received from you dated
September 15, 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 Robert L Sledge at 919-807-6398.
cc: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
August 10, 2011
CERTIFIED MAIL 7009 1680 0002 2464 9563
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler, Director of Public Works
City of Lincolnton
P. O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Subject: Remission Request of Civil Penalty Assessment
NPDES Permit Number NCO025496
City of Lincolnton WWI?
Lincoln County
Case Number LV-2009-0301
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
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AUG 15 2011
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A(f), the Director of the North Carolina
Division of Water Quality considered the information you submitted in support of your request for
remission and remitted $500.00 of the $585.30 civil penalty assessment. The revised civil penalty is
therefore a total amount of $85.30, which includes $85.30 in investigative costs. A copy of the
Director's decision is attached.
Two options are available to you at this stage of the remission process:
You may pay the penalty.
If you decide to pay the penalty please make your check payable to the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (DENR). Send the payment within thirty (30) calendar days of your receipt of this
letter to the attention of:
Bob Sledge
NC DENR-DWQ — Point Source Branch
NPDES Compliance & Expedited Permits Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Ralegh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCarolina
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LV-2009-0301 Remission Decision
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You may decide to have the Environmental Management Commission's (EMC) Committee on
Civil Penalty Remissions make the final decision on your remission request.
If payment is not received within 30 calendar days from your receipt of this letter, your request for
remission with supporting documents and the recommendation of the Director of the North Carolina
Division of Water Quality will be delivered to the Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions for final
agency decision.
If you or your representative would like to speak before the Committee, you must complete and return
the attached Request for Oral Presentation Form within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of this letter.
Send the completed form to:
Bob Sledge
NC DENR-DWQ — Point Source Branch
NPDES Compliance & Expedited Permits Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
The EMC Chairman will reyiew the supporting documents and your request for an oral presentation (if
you make the request). If the Chairman determines that there is a compelling reason to require a
presentation, you will be notified of when and where you should appear. If a presentation is not
required, the final decision will be based upon the written record.
Please be advised that the EMC's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions will make its remission
decision based on the original assessment amount. Therefore, the EMC may choose to uphold the
original penalty amount and offer no remission, they may agree with the DWQ Director's
remission recommendation detailed above, or the penalty amount may be further remitted.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact Bob Sledge at
[phone], or via e-mail at [e-mail].
John E. Henness u i r
Compliance & Expedited Permits Unit
Attachments
cc: Ivlooresw* Regional Office — SWP Section
Enforcement File
DWQ Central Files

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CIVIL PENALTY REMISSION FACTORS
Case Number: LV-2009-0301 Region: Mooresville County: Lincoln
Assessed Entity: City of Lincolnton WWTP Permit: NCO025496
❑ (a) Whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors were wrongly applied to the
detriment of the petitioner:
❑ (b) Whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation:
® (c) Whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident:
The City states the violations were due to a bad batch of dechlorination chemicals, first used over a long
holiday weekend. Upon first knowledge, the City promptly investigated and corrected the problem
The City has proved the inadvertent nature of this episode and shown it took prompt and prudent action
to correct the problem.
❑ (d) Whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations:
❑ (e) Whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions:
DECISION (Check One)
Request Denied El
Full Remission lid Retain Enforcement Costs? Yes ❑ No ❑
Partial Remission❑ $ (Enter Amount)
Coleen H. Sullins D to
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
COMMISSION
COUNTY OF LINCOLN
DWQ Case Number Ll'-2009-0301
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST:
City of Lincolnton
REQUEST FOR ORAL PRESENTATION
I hereby request to make an oral presentation before the Environmental Management Commission's Committee On Civil Penalty
Remissions in the matter of the case noted above. In making this request, I assert that I understand all of the following statements:
• This request will be reviewed by the Chairman of the Environmental Management Commission and may be either granted or
denied.
• Making a presentation will require the presence of myself and/or my representative during a Committee meeting held in Raleigh,
North Carolina.
• My presentation will be limited to discussion of issues and information submitted in my original remission request, and because
no factual issues are in dispute, my presentation will be limited to five (5) minutes in length.
The North Carolina State Bar's Authorized Practice of Law Committee has ruled that the appearance in a representative capacity at
quasi-judicial hearings or proceedings is limited to lawyers who are active members of the bar. Proceedings before the Committee on
Remissions are quasi-judicial. You should consider how you intend to present your case to the Committee in light of the State Bar's
opinion and whether anyone will be speaking in a representative capacity for you or a business or governmental entity. If you or your
representative would like to speak before the Committee, you must complete and return this form within thirty (30) days of receipt of
this letter.
Depending on your status as an individual, corporation, partnership or municipality, the State Bar's Opinion affects how you may
proceed with your oral presentation. See www.ncbar.com/ethics, Authorized Practice Advisory Opinion 2006-1 and 2007 Formal
Ethics Opinion 3.
• If you are an individual or business owner and are granted an opportunity to make an oral presentation before the Committee,
then you do not need legal representation before the Committee; however, if you intend on having another individual speak
on your behalf regarding the factual situations, such as an expert, engineer or consultant, then you must.also be present at the
meeting in order to avoid violating the State Bar's Opinion on the unauthorized practice of law.
• If you are a corporation, partnership or municipality and are granted an opportunity to make an oral presentation before the
Committee, then your representative must consider the recent State Bar's Opinion and could be considered practicing law
without a license if he or she is not a licensed attorney. Presentation of facts by non -lawyers is permissible.
If you choose to request an oral presentation, please make sure that signatures on the previously submitted Remission Request form
and this Oral Presentation Request form are: 1) for individuals and business owners, your own signature and 2) for corporations,
partnerships and municipalities, signed by individuals who would not violate the State Bar's Opinion on the unauthorized practice of
law.
Also, be advised that the Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions may choose not to proceed with hearing your case if the Committee
is informed that a potential violation of the statute concerning the authorized practice of law has occurred.
This the day of , 20
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Governor
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
August 25, 2009
CERTIFIED MAIL 70071490 0004 4510 3104
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty for Violations of N.C. General Statute
143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Case No. LV-2009-0301
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $585.30
($500.00 civil penalty + $85.30 enforcement costs) against the City of Lincolnton.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: A review has been conducted of the self -monitoring
data reported for May 2009. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge
limitations found in NPDES Permit No. NC0025496. The violations are summarized in Attachment A to this
letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that the City of Lincolnton violated the terms,
conditions, or requirements of NPDES Permit No. NCO025496 and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-
215. 1 (a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. A civil penalty may be assessed in accordance
with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the
Division of Water Quality, I, Robert B. Krebs, Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor for the
Mooresville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against the City of Lincolnton:
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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$ 500.00 For _1_ of the one (1) violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0025496, by discharging waste into the
waters of the State in violation of the permit weekly average
effluent limit for BOD.
$ 0 For _1_ of the one (1) violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0025496, by discharging waste into the
waters of the State in violation of the permit monthly average
effluent limit for BOD.
$ 500.00
$ 85.30
$ 585.30
TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
Enforcement costs.
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. 14313-282.1(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 violations;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violations;
(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 violations were 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

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2. Submit a written request for remission 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 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 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 G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were
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 information presented in support of your request for remission must be
submitted in writing. The Director 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 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 "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 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, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone: [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
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, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (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. 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
applyingfor or a Special Order by Consent. If you have any questions about this civil penalty assessment or a
Special Order by Consent please contact the Water Quality Section staff of the Mooresville Regional Office at
704/663-1699.
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ATTACHMENTS
Robert B. Krebs
Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
cc: Water Quality Regional Supervisor w/ attachments
Compliance/Enforcement File w/ attachments
Central Files w/ attachments
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Outfall
Date
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5/24-30/09
001
5/2009
ATTACHMENT A
CASE NO. LV-2009-0301
Parameter Reported Value
BOD * 134.15 mg/1
BOD 35.6 mg/1
* Denotes civil penalty assessment
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45 mg/1(weekly average)
30 mg/1(monthly average)

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF LINCOLN
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
PERMIT NO. NC0025496
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2009-0301
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $ 585.30 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment
document of the Division of Water Quality dated August 25, 2009, 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
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
2009

V,
JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REOUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2009-0301
Assessed Party: City of Lincolnton
County: Lincoln
Permit Number: NCO025496
Amount Assessed: $585.30
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
gpplied 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 M 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: (use additional pages as necessary)

Violator:
Facility:
County:
Case Number:
Permit Number:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
City of Lincolnton
Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln
LV-2009-0301
NCO025496
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
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;
No harm has been documented. Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) discharged in excess of permit
effluent limits would be expected to cause lowered dissolved oxygen availability in the receiving stream.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
The violations occurred during the week of May 24, 2009 and lasted until June 5, 2009. During the
period the violations took place, slug loads of BOD as high as 14,530 lbs/day were discharged to the
receiving stream. The weekly average violation reported for May 24-30, 2009 was 198% over the
permit limit. The monthly average effluent limit was exceeded by 18.7%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
No effects are expected on air quality or groundwater as a result of the discharge. Decreased available
dissolved oxygen would be predicted based on the daily loading of BOD in the receiving waters.
Lowered dissolved oxygen would have an immediate impact on aquatic life.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The violations have been linked to the use of an off -spec container of dechlorinating agent, sodium
bisulfate. The facility did not maintain an inventory of the dechlorination agent and continued to try and
make the off -spec chemical work. In so doing the violations continued into the month of June 2009. A
new container of sodium bisulfite was put into use on June 6, 2009.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.

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
The violator has a good record of compliance. No enforcement actions have been taken against the City
in the last 12 month.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Staff preparation of enforcement package: 1 hour at $32.21/hour
SWP Regional Supervisor review:
Clerical Support:
Total:
d-zyLt>j
Date
1 hour at $38.09/hour
1 hour at $15.00/hour
$85.30
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Division of Water Quality

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for:
Report Date: 08/24/09 Page: 16 of 23
Permit: %
MRs Between and Region: Mooresville
Violation Category: Limit Violation. Program Category: NPDES WW
Facility Name: %
Param Name: County:%
Subbasin: % Violation Action: %
Major Minor: 0/-
PERMIT: NCO025496
FACILITY: City of Lincolnton - Lincolnton WWTP
COUNTY: Lincoln REGION: Mooresville
LV - ? 0(y q - 1)3,it%
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL /
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE KbVIOLATION TYPE VICITION ACTION
/
05 -2009 001 Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 05/30/09 5 X week
mg/I
45 134.15 Weekly Average Exceeded None 5 bD
Concentration
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05 -2009 001 Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 05/31/09 5 X week
mg/I
30 35.64 Monthly Average Exceeded None
Concentration
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PERMIT: NCO072621
FACILITY: Fa Be Enterprises Inc - Fa -Be Enterprises
COUNTY: Lincoln REGION: Mooresville
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL /
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
05 -2009 001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual 05/05/09 2 X week
ug/I
28 29 Daily Maximum Exceeded No Action, BPJ

Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
MEMORANDUM:
FROM: Rob Krebs W
TO: Bob Sledge
THROUGH: Marcia Allocco
SUBJECT: Request for Remission
City of Lincolnton
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Case No.LV-2009-0301
Lincoln County
MRO staff has reviewed the subject request for remission. The violations were
attributed to an off -spec dechlorination chemical (sodium bisulfate) that was put into use at the
Lincolnton WWTP. Lincolnton staff investigated the unusual BOD spikes and determined the
cause to be "chemical contamination" in the treatment process. Samples of the sodium bisulfate
were sent to Blue Ridge Labs for analysis and confirmed that the sodium bisulfate was at a
much lower concentration (23%) than what is normally used for dechlorination. WWTP staff
assumed that using twice as much chemical would be required to achieve adeugate
dechlorination. It is noted on the DMR that the facility dechlorinates to below detection every
day in the month. It would seem logical to assume that by dechlorinating to less than detection
as a standard operating procedure, there would be an excess of sodium bisulfite in the
discharge and subsegently, potental for increased oxygen demand in the discharge. Because
the incident happened late in the month of May 2009, and the sodium bisulfate was first used
on a holiday weekend, routine process control measures may not have been sufficient to
respond to the problem in time to prevent the violation. This office recommends a 20%
reduction in the civil penalty for the May 2009 violation.

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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins npa Freeman
Governor Director 1 aseery
September 18, 2009
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VIA E-Mail
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler, Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
P. O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 27699-1617
Subject: Remission Request of Civil Penalty Assessment
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit NCO025496
Case Number LV-2009-0301
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
This letter is to acknowledge your request for remission of the civil penalty levied against the subject
facility. Your request will be scheduled for review by the Director and you will be notified of the result.
If you have any questions about this matter, please contact me at [phone] or via e-mail at
[e-mail].
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Bob Sledge, Environmental Specialist
Point Source Branch
cc: Enforcement File w/originals
Central Files w/attachments
ec: Mooresville Regional Office w/attachments
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCarolina
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877.623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Naturally
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STATE°OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF LINCOLN
1N THE NIAER� ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
PERMIt NO. NCO025496
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2009-0301
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $ 585.30 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment
document of the Division of Water Quality dated August 25, 2009, 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 "receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the 14th day of
M.
vac v
City o 4 Lincotnton.
Attn: Steve Peet t, Dit. Pubti.c Works 9 U,tititi.eA
P.U. Box 617
Lincotnton, NC 28092
TELEPHONE
704) 736-8940

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2009-0301
Assessed Party: City of Lincolnton
County: Lincoln
Permit Number: NC0025496
Amount Assessed: $585.30
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For
Remission. Waiver of Rjpht 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 5 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);
X. (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).
PQeaa e see a;i�Cached do cwnewts .
EXPLANATION: (use additional pages as necessary)
Pt ea4 e see attached do curaen t4 .

CITY OF LINCOLNTON
RECEIVED
SLID i 6 2009
DENR - WATER QUALITY
PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES PQ, j�� C��BRANCH
P.O. BOX 617 • 128 MOTZ AVENUE • TELEPHONE [phone] I
LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina, 27699-1617
Reference: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty for Violations of NC General Statute
143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Case No. LV-2009-0301
Subject: Request for Remission
The City of Lincolnton hereby requests a remission of the assessed fine based on the factor that the
violation was inadvertent and out of control of the City of Lincolnton staff. The submittal includes the
following documents for your review in evaluating the request for remission. They are:
Form "Justification for Remission Request"
Form "Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing"
May and June 2009 DMR's
Letter Dated July 28, 2009 from James S. Rhyne WWTP Supervisor
Letter Dated July 1, 2009 from Steven J. Johnson Blue Ridge Labs
As noted in the DMR reports prepared by James Rhyne for May 2009 on June 26, 2009 the waste
water plant effluent experience a spike in effluent BOD on May 26, 2009 but immediately returned to
normal. The staff began the investigation to determine the cause of the BOD spike initially looking at
weekend plug flows that could have entered the plant through illegal discharge. After eliminating the
influent characteristics the investigation focused in on chemical contamination. During this period,
discussions with Mooresville and Asheville regional offices were held to assist in directing efforts and
possible similar problems at other facilities.
From the Office of the Director

The investigation was narrowed down to a batch of sodium bi-sulfite, which is used as a de -
chlorination chemical. The samples of the sodium bi-sulfite were taken to Blue Ridge Labs for testing
and determined to be insufficient for our use.
As you can note on the attached documentation, the City of Lincointon responded in an efficient and
appropriate manner to investigate and determine the cause of the BOD spike. The history of this
facility has been exemplarity and in our opinion does not justify a penalty based on delivery of
chemicals that did not meet industry standards. Staff had no means to determine the chemical
delivered by Jones Chemical would have been below industry standards.
Based on the information provided, the City of Lincolnton requests the penalty be reduced or
eliminated since there was no apparent effect on surface water. We appreciate your consideration in
this matter and look forward to hearing from you.
Sin
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
Director of Public Works
Cc Robert B. Krebs Mooresville Regional Office
Jeff Emory City Manager
James S. Rhyne W WTP Supervisor
Donald Garbrick Pease Associates

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00080 Color (Pt -Co)
000412 Color (ADMI)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
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00530 Total suspended
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00W8 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total SuMe
00827 Total Magnesium
009n Total Sodkun
00940 Total Chloride
00951 Total Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenic
01027 Cadmium
01007 Nickel
01077 SMrer
01002 Zinc
01108 Aluminum
01032 Hexavalent Chromkut 01141 Total Selenium
01034 Ctxomium
3181E Fecal CO#form
32730 Total Phenolics
01037 Total Cobalt
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34481 Tokw*
01045 Iron
38260 McAS
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3951E PCBs
010E2 Molybdenum
5W50 Flow
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718W Fonneldehyde
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FACILITY NAME: M OF LINCOLNTON WWTP
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FACILITY STATUS (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements l._J
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements L�J
Noncompliant
Eftw-rt C010r PNme Observed C�Slight =Nom
11 ti+3 facility Is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
and a time -table for Improvements to be made.
See attached letter concerning the BODe vblatfons. Results of aWthwal test to narrow the cau s affecting the Efiluent Is attached.
We did not mast to > 05% rernovsl for BODe for the montli. 1?ie attached leltar addrsssea this Istwe.
Donna Hood of DENR has been Informed o/ our concern and
acknowledged mobism with fhe 8-1 and 5-2 -09 samples.
The Efttusnt Focal cu count an 8-17 and 8&2" were over 3000 colonies Pat 100 ml.
The Effluent BOOS for dab 6-17-09 depleted too much. The Flvedey DO was less then the required 1.0
The Effluent SOM for dab 8 30-0ti did not d fats 1M ulnd 2.0 mgA of OL
" I car*, under penalty of law, that this document and aft attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision In accordance
and evaluate the Information submitted. Based on my inquiry
with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel property �� slbk for gathering the Information, the Informationof the person of persons who menage the system, or those persons directly respon
submitted Is, to the best of my knowledge and balk(, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that them are slpntflcwd penalties for
submitting false Information, Including the possibility of fines and Imprisonment for knowing violations"
City of Lin
Pennittee
00010 Temperature
0007e Turbidtty
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMI)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 B005
0340 COD
00400 pH
00530 Total suspended
Residue
00545 Settleable Matter
Box 617 Llncolnton NC 2800 [phone]
Phone Number
PARAMETER CODES
00558 oil 6 Grease
00800 Total Nitrogen
ooe10 Ammonia Nitrogen
00625 Total t(Jeldshl
Nitrogen
00e30 Nitrates/Nitrites
00885 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulflds
00927 Total Magnesium
00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
00951 Total Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenio
01027 Cadmium
Fax
01067 Nickel
010T7 Silver
01092 zinc
o1105 Aluminum
01032 Hexavalent Chromium 01147 Total Selenium
01034 Chromium
31618 Fecal Coliform
32730 Total Phenolics
01037 Total Cobalt
34235 Benzene
01042 Copper
34481 Toluene
01045 Iron
38260 MBAS
01051 Lead
39516 PCBs
01062 Molybdenum
50050 Flow
%�
Data
WW Total
Residual
Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
80551 Xylene
'arameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
Water Quality Sectlon's web site at h2o enr state nc.us/waa and linking to the Units information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
ORC must visit facility and document visitation of the facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 20.0506 (b)

CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
NPDES #NC0025496
July 28, 2009
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter serves as a written response to the weekly and monthly BOD violation, and the
BOD monthly removal rate violation that occurred in May and June 2009. The following
will outline the events that led to the violations and the corrective actions taken following
the violations.
On May 22, 2009, we began using a new shipment of sodium bi-sulfite for
dechlorination. Tuesday, May 26`h was the first day back from the Memorial Day holiday
and our pH in the effluent composite sample was abnormally low at 5.5 standard units.
The abnormally low pH composite sample had to be adjusted up to meet the BOD test
minimum required 6.5 standard units. Sodium hydroxide was used to raise the pH level to
6.6 standard units, however it took a significant amount of sodium hydroxide to raise the
pH to the minimum acceptable range for BOD testing.
The BOD sample for May 26`h was set up on May 27 h. Normally, we use 150 to 250 mis
to set up the effluent BOD samples. However, on the May 26 sample, we were only able
to use a 1 ml and 5m1 BOD sample because the sample depleted the oxygen on the 1 S`
day.
We discussed this situation with Gary Francies of the Asheville NCDENR to see if we
had any problems with our BOD test. We determined that we had a chemical problem
with our shipment of sodium bi-sulfite. We ordered a new shipment of sodium bi-sulfite
from another vendor and started using this shipment on June 6, 2009. We have not had
any low composite sample pH or BOD problems since we began using the sodium bi-
sulfite from the other vendor.
P.O. BOX 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093.0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

We had the suspected bad load of sodium bi-sulfite tested and found that it contained
only 23% sodium bi-sulfite, which caused us to use twice as much to dechlorinate the
effluent. The sodium bi-sulfite analysis sheet is attached to this letter.
We also ran numerous pH tests in the plant to determine if we were causing any potential
harm to the receiving stream. A sheet showing these tests is also attached to this letter.
We believe these violations were due to a bad load of sodium bi-sulfite that we received
and not due to any operational problems at our WWTP. We also discussed this situation
with Donna Hood of the Mooresville Regional Office. We came to the conclusion that it
was a chemical problem, not an operational one.
Sincerely,
?0ftj-I- '4Vrc,
James S. Rhyne
WWTP Supervisor
City of Lincolnton

7/1/09
Mr. Jamie Rhyne
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Mr. Rhyne,
We have completed analysis on the sample you submitted requesting that we find
the percent of sodium bisulfite. To complete this analysis we analyzed the sample
for sodium. Based upon the sodium concentration detected (assuming all the
sodium in the sample is derived from sodium bisulfite) the solution is approximately
23% sodium bisulfite. The pH of 5.04 is consistent with this finding. It was also
noted that the phosphorus level was higher than just a minor contaminant and this
could have contributed to the impurity of the solution, thus higher COD values.
Sincerely,
JAI,
Steven
Blue R�66 Labs

IV
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
STEPHEN H PEELER
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
PO BOX 617
LINCOLNTON NC 280930617
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
September 22, 2011
SUBJECT: Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
Lincolnton WWTP
Permit Number: NCO025496
Case Number: LV-2009-0330
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peller:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
RECEIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
SEP 26 2011
SWP SECTION
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check number 006470 in the amount of $85.37 received from you dated
September 15, 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 Robert L Sledge at 919-807-6398.
cc: Central Files
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isor
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 NorthCarolina
Internet: www,ncwaterquality.org , ,
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Affirmative Action Employer K "J

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
August 10, 2011
CERTIFIED MAIL 7009 1680 0002 2464 9563
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler, Director of Public Works
City of Lincolnton
P. O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Resources
Subject: Remission Request of Civil Penalty Assessment
NPDES Permit Number NCO025496
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Case Number LV-2009-0330
Dee Freeman
Secretary
In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A(f), the Director of the North Carolina
Division of Water Quality considered the information you submitted in support of your request for
remission and remitted $2,000.00 of the $2,085.37 civil penalty assessment. The revised civil penalty is
therefore a total amount of $85.37, which includes $85.37 in investigative costs. A copy of the
Director's decision is attached.
Two options are available to you at this stage of the remission process:
You may pay the penalty.
If you decide to pay the penalty please make your check payable to the Department of Environment and
Natural Resources (DENR). Send the payment within thirty (30) calendar days of your receipt of this
letter to the attention of:
Bob Sledge
NC DENR-DWQ — Point Source Branch
NPDES Compliance & Expedited Permits Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 One
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 NorthCarolina
Phone:: www.ncwaterquality.org
gFAX: org 807 64921 Customer Service: 1-877-623 6748 �aturall�
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Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
LV-2009-0330 Remission Decision
p. 2
You may decide to have the Environmental Management Commission's (EMC) Committee on
Civil Penalty Remissions make the final decision on your remission request.
If payment is not received within 30 calendar days from your receipt of this letter, your request for -
remission with supporting documents and the recommendation of the Director of the North Carolina
Division of Water Quality will be delivered to the Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions for final
agency decision.
If you or your representative would like to speak before the Committee, you must complete and return
the attached Request for Oral Presentation Form within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of this letter.
Send the completed form to:
Bob Sledge
NC DENR-DWQ — Point Source Branch
NPDES Compliance & Expedited Permits Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
The EMC Chairman will review the supporting documents and your request for an oral presentation (if
you make the request). If the Chairman determines that there is a compelling reason to require a
presentation, you will be notified of when and where you should appear. If a presentation is not
required, the final decision will be based upon the written record.
Please be advised that the EMC's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions will make its remission
decision based on the original assessment amount. Therefore, the EMC may choose to uphold the
original penalty amount and offer no remission, they may agree with the DWQ Director's
remission recommendation detailed above, or the penalty amount may be further remitted.
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please contact Bob Sledge at
[phone], or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Si
ohn E. Hennessy, upe isor
Compliance & Expe ited Permits Unit
Attachments
cc: =_M1,n5P9_WWV91WFSection
Enforcement File
DWQ Central Files

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
CIVIL PENALTY REMISSION FACTORS
Case Number: LV-2009-0330 Region: Mooresville County: Lincoln
Assessed Entity: City of Lincolnton WWTP Permit: NCO025496
❑ (a) Whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors were wrongly applied to the
detriment of the petitioner:
❑ (b) Whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from
the violation:
® (c) Whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident:
The City states the violations were due to a bad batch of dechlorination chemicals, first used over a long
holiday weekend. Upon first knowledge, the City promptly investigated and corrected the problem
The City has proved the inadvertent nature of this episode and shown it took prompt and prudent action
to correct the problem.
❑ (d) Whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations:
❑ (e) Whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary
remedial actions:
DECISION (Check One)
Request Denied ❑
Full Remission 6- Retain Enforcement Costs? Yes 0 No ❑
Partial Remission❑ $ (Enter Amount)
oleen H. Sullins Date
rev 1.0-8.31.09

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
COMMISSION
COUNTY OF LINCOLN
DWQ Case Number LV-2009-0330
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST:
City of Lincolnton
REQUEST FOR ORAL PRESENTATION
I hereby request to make an oral presentation before the Environmental Management Commission's Committee On Civil Penalty
Remissions in the matter of the case noted above. In making this request, I assert that I understand all of the following statements:
• This request will be reviewed by the Chairman of the Environmental Management Commission and may be either granted or
denied.
• Making a presentation will require the presence of myself and/or my representative during a Committee meeting held in Raleigh,
North Carolina.
• MY presentation will be limited to discussion of issues and information submitted in my original remission request, and because
no factual issues are in dispute, my presentation will be limited to five (5) minutes in length.
The North Carolina State Bar's Authorized Practice of Law Committee has ruled that the appearance in a representative capacity at
quasi-judicial hearings or proceedings is limited to lawyers who are active members of the bar. Proceedings before the Committee on
Remissions are quasi-judicial. You should consider how you intend to present your case to the Committee in light of the State Bar's
opinion and whether anyone will be speaking in a representative capacity for you or a business or governmental entity. If you or your
representative would like to speak before the Committee, you must complete and return this form within thirty (30) days of receipt of
this letter.
Depending on your status as an individual, corporation, partnership or municipality, the State Bar's Opinion affects how you may
proceed with your oral presentation. See www.ncbar.com/ethics, Authorized Practice Advisory Opinion 2006-1 and 2007 Formal
Ethics Opinion 3.
• If you are an individual or business owner and are granted an opportunity to make an oral presentation before the Committee,
then you do not need legal representation before the Committee; however, if you intend on having another individual speak
on your behalf regarding the factual situations, such as an expert, engineer or consultant, then you must also be present at the
meeting in order to avoid violating the State Bar's Opinion on the unauthorized practice of law.
• If you are a corporation, partnership or municipality and are granted an opportunity to make an oral presentation before the
Committee, then your representative must consider the recent State Bar's Opinion and could be considered practicing law
without a license if he or she is not a licensed attorney. Presentation of facts by non -lawyers is permissible.
If you choose to request an oral presentation, please make sure that signatures on the previously submitted Remission Request form
and this Oral Presentation Request form are: 1) for individuals and business owners, your own signature and 2) for corporations,
partnerships and municipalities, signed by individuals who would not violate the State Bar's Opinion on the unauthorized practice of
law.
Also, be advised that the Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions may choose not to proceed with hearing your case if the Committee
is informed that a potential violation of the statute concerning the authorized practice of law has occurred.
This the day of , 20
SIGNATURE
TITLE (President, Owner, etc.)
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
September 22, 2009
CERTIFIED MAIL 7008 1140 0002 2716 8083
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
Public Works Director
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty for Violations of N.C. General Statute
143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Case No. LV-2009-0330
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $2085.37
($2000.00 civil penalty + $85.37 enforcement costs) against the City of Lincolnton.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: A review has been conducted of the self -monitoring
data reported for June 2009. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge
limitations found in NPDES Permit No. NC0025496. The violations are summarized in Attachment A to this
letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that the City of Lincolnton violated the terms,
conditions, or requirements of NPDES Permit No. NCO025496 and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-
215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. A civil penalty maybe assessed in accordance
with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority
provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the
Division of Water Quality, I, Robert B. Krebs, Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor for the
Mooresville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against the City of Lincolnton:
Mooresville Reeional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.oro
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orthCarolina
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$ 500.00 For _1_ of the one (1) violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0025496, by discharging waste into the
waters of the State in violation of the permit weekly average
effluent limit for BOD.
$ 1500.00 For _1_ of the one (1) violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0025496, by discharging waste into the
waters of the State in violation of the permit monthly average
effluent limit for BOD.
$ 500.00
7
$ 2085.37
TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
Enforcement costs.
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 violations;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violations;
(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 violations were 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
M

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2. Submit a written request for remission 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 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 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 G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were
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 information presented in support of your request for remission must be
submitted in writing. The Director 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 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 "Waiver of Right to an
Administrative Hearing and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this
notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed
"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
OR
3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative 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, North Carolina 27699-6714
Telephone: [phone] Facsimile: [phone]
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, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (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. 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. If you have any questions about this civil penalty assessment or a
Special Order by Consent, please contact the Water Quality Section staff of the Mooresville Regional Office at
704/663-1699.
IL
(Date)
ATTACHMENTS
cc
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Robert B. Krebs
Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Regional Supervisor w/ attachments
Compliance/Enforcement File w/ attachments
Central Files w/ attachments

ATTACHMENT A
CASE NO. LV-2009-0330
Outfall
Date
Parameter
Reported Value
Permit Limit
001
5/24-30/09
BOD
*201.6 mg/l
45 mg/l (weekly average)
001
5/2009
BOD
*51.9 mg/l
30 mg/l (monthly average)
* Denotes civil penalty assessment

Li
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF LINCOLN
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
PERMIT NO. NCO025496
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2009-0330
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $ 2085.37 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment
document of the Division of Water Quality dated September 22, 2009, 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
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
BY
2009

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number:
LV-2009-0330
Assessed Party:
City of Lincolnton
County:
Lincoln
Permit Number:
NC0025496
Amount Assessed:
$2085.37
Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For
Remission Waiver ofR i ,ht 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 enalty 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 enalties 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: (use additional pages as necessary)

Violator:
Facility:
County:
Case Number:
Permit Number:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
City of Lincolnton
Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln
LV-2009-0330
NCO025496
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
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;
No harm has been documented. Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) discharged in excess of permit
effluent limits would be expected to cause lowered dissolved oxygen availability in the receiving stream.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
The violations occurred during the week of May 24, 2009 and lasted until June 5, 2009. During the
period the violations took place, slug loads of BOD as high as 14,530 lbs/day were discharged to the
receiving stream. The weekly average violation reported for May 24-30, 2009 was 198% over the
permit limit and the monthly average effluent limit was exceeded by 18.7%. In June 2009 the weekly
average permit limit was exceeded by 348% June 1- 5, 2009 and the monthly average exceeded by 73%.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
No effects are expected on air quality or groundwater as a result of the discharge. Decreased available
dissolved oxygen would be predicted based on the daily loading of BOD in the receiving waters.
Lowered dissolved oxygen would have an immediate impact on aquatic life.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
The violations have been linked to the use of an off -spec container of dechlorinating agent, sodium
bisulfite. The facility did not maintain an inventory of the dechlorination agent and continued to try and
make the off -spec chemical work. In so doing the violations continued into the month of June 2009. A
new container of sodium bisulfite was put into use on June 6, 2009.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.

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
Case No. LV-2009-0301, $585.30 for BOD limits violations in May 2009. Case is open, remission requested.
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Staff preparation of enforcement package: 1 hour at $32.54/hour
SWP Regional Supervisor review: 1 hour at $37.83/hour
Clerical Support: 1 hour at $15.00/hour
Total:
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Date
$85.37
RO Supervisor
Division of Water Quality

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for:
Report Date: 09/10/09 Page: 15 of 21
Permit: %
MRs Between: 6-2009
and 6-2009 Region: Mooresville
Violation Category: Limit
Violation Program Category: NPDES WW
Facility Name: `%:
Param Name: %
County: %
Subbasin: %
Violation Action: %
Major Minor: 31
PERMIT: NCO086592
FACILITY: Carolina Water Service Inc Of NC - The Point / Well 1 WTP
COUNTY: Iredell
REGION: Mooresville
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL /
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
06 -2009 001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
06/10/09 2 X month
ug/I
17 40
Daily Maximum Exceeded No Action, BPJ
06 -2009 001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
06/16/09 2 X month
ug/I
17 41
Daily Maximum Exceeded No Action, BPJ
PERMIT: NCO086606
FACILITY: Carolina Water Service Inc Of NC - The Harbour - Well #4
COUNTY: Iredell
REGION: Mooresville
WTP
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL /
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
06 -2009 001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
06/10/09 2 X month
ug/I
17 30
Daily Maximum Exceeded No Action, BPJ
06 -2009 001 Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual
06/16/09 2 X month
ug/I
17 33
Daily Maximum Exceeded No Action, BPJ
PERMIT: NCO025496
FACILITY: City of Lincolnton - Lincolnton WWTP
COUNTY: Lincoln
REGION: Mooresville
Limit Violation
(_ ✓ . Z b D 1 33v
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION
PARAMETER
DATE FREQUENCY
MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE 3 �bZ
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
/
1
06 -2009 001 Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
06/06/09 5 X week
mg/I
45 201.6
Weekly Average Exceeded None 500 o p
Concentration .
06 -2009 001 Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
06/30/09 5 X week
mg/I
30 51.93 737n
Monthly Average Exceeded None by
Concentration
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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 29, 2011
Mr. Stephen Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 167
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092
Subject: Rescission of Enforcement Case
Case No. LV-2011-0066
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County, NC
Dear Mr. Peeler:
A review of the data for the November and December 2010 Discharge Monitoring Reports has found that an error was
made in entering the fecal coliform values for the week of November 29 — December 4, 2010 into the Division's
compliance tracking system. The error resulted in an enforcement action and civil penalty assessment being taken against
the City of Lincolnton (Case No. LV-2011-0066). Be advised that the civil penalty assessment has been rescinded and the
case number has been removed from the Division's compliance tracking system.
The Division of Water Quality regrets any inconvenience or confusion that resulted from the error and the issuance of
the civil penalty assessment. Should you have any questions regarding this matter please contact Mr. John Lesley of this
office at 704-663-1699, Mr. Bob Sledge of the Point Source Compliance Unit at 919-807-6398.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
Cc: Central Files
Bob Sledge, Point Source Compliance
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: http://portal.nodenr,orgtweb/wq
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Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
CERTIFIED MAIL 7009 2250 0004 3266 2675
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 167
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092
Dear Mr. Peeler:
March 15, 2011
Dee Freeman
Secretary
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty for Violations of N.C. General Statute
143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincolnton WWTP
Lincoln County
Case No. LV-2011-0066
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $586.74
($500.00 civil penalty + $86.74 enforcement costs) against City of Lincolnton.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: A review has been conducted of the self -monitoring
data reported for December 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge
limitations found in NPDES Permit No. NC0025496. The violations are summarized in Attachment A to this
letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that City of Lincolnton violated the terms,
conditions, or requirements of NPDES Permit No. NCO025496 and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-
215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. A civil penalty may be assessed in accordance
with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2).
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, Robert B. Krebs, Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor for the
Mooresville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against City of Lincolnton:
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 ne
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500.00
$ 500.00
$ 86.74
$ 586.74
For _1_ of the one violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0025496, by discharging waste into the
waters of the State in violation of the permit weekly average
effluent limit for fecal coliform.
TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
Enforcement costs.
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
11
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. 14313-282. 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 violations;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violations;
(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 violations were 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
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2. Submit a written request for remission 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 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 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 G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were
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 information presented in support of your request for remission must be
submitted in writing. The Director 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 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 "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
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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 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 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. 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
applyin for or a Special Order by Consent. If you have any questions about this civil penalty assessment or a
Special Order by Consent please contact the Water Quality Section staff of the Mooresville Regional Office at
704/663-1699.
31ral- jl
(Date)
ATTACHMENTS
Robert B. Krebs
Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
cc: Mooresville Regional Office Compliance File w/ attachments
Raleigh Compliance/Enforcement File w/ attachments
Central Files w/ attachments
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Outfall Date
001 11/29-12/3/10
ATTACHMENT A
CASE NO. LV-2011-0066
Parameter
Fecal Coliform
* Denotes civil penalty assessment
Reported Value
*513/100 ml
Permit Limit
400/ 100 ml

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF LINCOLN
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTY AGAINST
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
PERMIT NO. NCO025496
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV-2011-0066
11
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $ 586.74 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment
document of the Division of Water Quality dated March 15, 2011, 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
BY
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST
DWQ Case Number: LV-2011-0066
Assessed Party: City of Lincolnton
County: Lincoln
Permit Number: NC0024496
Amount Assessed: $586.74
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. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment
document);
_ (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e.,
explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences);
(c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i. e., explain why the violation was
unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
_ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions
(i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to
achieve compliance).
EXPLANATION: (use additional pages as necessary)

NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Violator: City of Lincolnton
Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
County: Lincoln
Case Number: LV-2011-0066
Permit Number: NC0025496
ASSESSMENT FACTORS
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;
No harm has been documented; however, increased levels of fecal coliform bacteria would indicate
possible human health risks downstream of the discharge.
2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
The violation lasted from 11/29/10 through 12/3/10. Fecal coliform was reported as greater than 3000
colonies per 100 ml sample on three occassions during the week. The weekly geometric mean was 513
colonies per 100 ml sample, 28% over the effluent weekly average permit limit of 400 colonies per 100
ml sample. The facility was compliant with the monthly average permit limit for fecal coliform.
3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
No effect is expected on ground water or air quality. Fecal coliform is an indicator organism for
pathogenic bacteria present in surface waters. The presence of fecal coliform in the discharge above the
weekly average permit limit would lead to human health concerns downstream of the facility.
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
The cost is unknown.
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
No money appears to have been saved by the noncompliance.
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
The violation does not appear to be willful or intentional.
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
No enforcement actions have been taken against the violator in the previous 12 months.

8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Staff preparation of enforcement package: 1 hour at $33.19/hour
SWP Regional Supervisor review:
Clerical Support:
Total:
36Y/)I
Date
1 hour at $38.55/hour
1 hour at $15.00/hour
$86.74
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RO Supervisor
Division of Water Quality

MONITORING REPORT(MR) VIOLATIONS for:
ReportDate: 03/15/11 Page: 4 of 7
Permit: %
MRs Between: 12-2010 and 12-2010 Region: Mooresville
Violation Category: Limit Violation
Program Category: NPDES WW
Facility Name: %
Param Name: io County: %
Subbasin: %
Violation Action: None
Major Minor:
PERMIT: NCO028606
FACILITY: NC DOT - Environmental Operations -1-77 Rest Area
COUNTY: Iredell
REGION: Mooresville
Iredell County
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI
LOCATION PARAMETER \ DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE % OVER LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
12 -2010 001
Effluent Solids, Total Suspended-- _ 12/01/10 Weekly mg/I
45
70 55.56
Daily Maximum Exceeded None
Concentration �-
PERMIT: NCO046728
FACILITY: Town of Mooresville - Rocky River WWTP
COUNTY: Iredell
REGION: Mooresville
Limit Violation
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION UNIT OF
CALCULATED "
REPORT PPI
LOCATION PAR TER DATE FREQUENCY MEASURE
LIMIT
VALUE %OVER LIMIT
VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
12 -2010 001
Efflue Cyanide, Total (as Cn) 12/25/10 Weekly ug/I
5
10 100
Weekly Average Exceeded None
PERMIT: NCO025496
FACILITY: City of Lincolnton - Lincolnton WWTP
COUNTY: Lincoln
REGION: Mooresville
Limit Violation LV-
ZO//-
MONITORING OUTFALL/
VIOLATION
UNIT OF
CALCULATED
REPORT PPI LOCATION PARAMETER
DATE
FREQUENCY MEASURE
LIMIT VALUE ova OVER LIMIT VIOLATION TYPE VIOLATION ACTION
12 -2010 001 Effluent Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC
12/04/10
5 X week #/100ml
400 513.32 28.33 Weekly Geometric Mean None �U
Broth,44.5C
Exceeded
S- -;74

CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
RECEIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
FEB 1 2011
SWP SECTION
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
January 31, 2011
To Whom It May Concern:
We are resubmitting our Pollutant Scan/Pesticides for December 2009. It was noted
during our annual inspection that it was not received by your office. It was either not
attached during mailing or the attachment went to another location. We have provided
John Lesley of the Mooresville Regional Office a copy for his files. We apologize for any
inconvenience this may have caused.
Respectfully submitted,
?,nu- 4 9$w-e-
James S. Rhyne ORC
City of Lincolnton W.W.T.P.
NPDES4 NCO025496
608 WEST Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
I.
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
2009 — 2010
General Information
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AUG - 6 2010
COINTSOuRCE 6F'.f.NCH
Facility System Name: City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant
Responsible Entity: City of Lincolnton, North Carolina
Person in Charge/Contact: James S. Rhyne, (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
D. C. Thornburg III, (Water Treatment Plant)
Applicable Permits: NPDES Permit (Wastewater Treatment Plant.)
NPDES Permit 085588 (Water Treatment Plant.)
II. Description of Treatment Process
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant is an Activated Sludge treatment process.
The process works in three stages: preliminary treatment, primary treatment and secondary
treatment. The influent wastewater from town comes into the Main Lift Station that then pumps
the wastewater up to the preliminary treatment units.
608 WEST Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

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In the preliminary treatment stage, a Filter/Screening Unit removes screenings from the
wastewater and the grit is taken out by a Vortex Grit Removal system. The water is then piped
to the Oxidtion Ditch. This starts the primary treatment (biological) phase.
In the primary treatment stage, microorganisms treat the wastewater. Our primary treatment
consists of two phases, the Oxidation Ditch and Fine Bubble Aeration Basin. In the Oxidation
Ditch phase, the incoming wastewater flows into the outer ring of the Orbal Ditch and is mixed
with the microorganisms. Rotating discs in the Oxidation Ditch circulate the wastewater around
the outer ring and into the inner ring while the microorganisms breakdown the organic materials
in the wastewater.
The wastewater is then piped to the Aeration Basin. In the Aeration Basin, fine air bubbles are
introduced to the incoming microorganisms and a biomass is formed. These microorganisms,
called bugs, use the oxygen supplied by the fine air bubbles to survive. While passing through
the Aeration Basin, the bugs consume and breakdown the remaining organic waste in the water.
After the Aeration Basin, the water enters into the secondary treatment stage. The wastewater
leaving the Aeration Basin is piped into two Final Clarifiers. The water and solids (biomass)
separate during this part of the treatment process. The separated solids are either returned to the
Oxidation Ditch to start the process over again, or wasted to the Diffused Air Floatation unit
(DAF) as sludge. The DAF unit thickens the sludge before it goes to anaerobic digesters for
storage until removal from the plant. The water from the clarifier moves to the disinfection stage
where liquid sodium hypochlorite is fed into the water to reduce pathogens (disease causing
bacteria) to NPDES permit required levels.
Once disinfected, the water is discharged into the South Fork River. The excess sludge is
contracted to and transported by Synagro to permitted farmland sites in Lincoln County, NC for
land application.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant Alum Basin:
The City of Lincolnton Water Plant has a discharge permit for an alum basin. The basin
discharges water into the South Fork River. The alum basin is used for the water plants filters
washes and basin cleanings. The filter washes and/or basin cleanings flow to the basin by
gravity and are allowed to settle. The solids settle to the bottom and clear water remains on top.
The clear water is pumped to the river and the solids are pumped to centrifuge. After drying, the
alum sludge is transported to the Lincoln County Landfill for disposal.

FIII. SUMMARY OF SYSTEM PERFORMANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The Wastewater Treatment Plant had one weekly TSS violation in January due to extreme
weather conditions thus causing us not to meet the required 85% removal rate.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2009-2010):
January 2010 Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
This was a violation of our weekly average limit. Please see the attached
letter for an explanation of the causes of the violations.
Spills (for the fiscal year 2009-2010):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2009-2010.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant:
The Water Treatment Plant had no reported violations for fiscal year 2009 — 2010.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2009-2010):
No reported violations for the fiscal year 2009-2010.
Spills for the fiscal year 2009-2010):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2009-2010.
IV. Notification
A Public Notice will be listed in the Lincoln Times -News newspaper on August 9, 2010 and
August 11, 2010 advising all customers that this Performance Annual Report is available for
public review at the City of Lincolnton Public Works & Utilities office at 128 Motz Avenue.

Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of
the City of Lincolnton water and sewer system, and that those users have been notified of its
availability.
Jages S. Rhyne
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
D. C. Thornburg III
Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
9 -3-&
Date
Date

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CITY OF LINCOLNTON
To whom it may concern,
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
During the week of January 4t' through the 1 I , we experienced an upset condition we
believe was due to extreme weather conditions that are not normal to our area. The
temperatures at night we as follows for this week were as follows: 13, 12, 11, 11, 20, and
19. This caused our effluent temperatures to be abnormally low (see DMR) which caused
excessive D.O. in our aeration basins. When the low flow after the Christmas shutdown
went back to normal, it caused the excess foam to move from the aeration basins to the
final clarifiers. Under the extreme cold temperatures the foam formed an area of frozen
mass on top of the clarifier.
The final clarifiers are located in the lowest and in the most shaded part of our plant. As
these are some of darkest periods of winter, the one clarifier is the first to get in the shade
and the last to receive any sunshine in the morning. The scum and or foam during normal
periods dumps in the scum trough in small amounts and any excess goes around scum
trough to be collected later. The freezing temperatures caused the ice to build around the
scum trough. When the skimmer arm came around it caused the ice to jam between the
trough and the skimmer arm, causing the suspended foam underneath to push out the
side. This caused excessive suspended solids to be discharged over the weir every time
the clarifier arm came around during the night.
We drained the clarifier that had the most frozen foam and was discharging the most
solids over the weir. Doing this dropped our TSS from 160mg/1 to 40mg/l. When we put
the drained clarifier back in operation and two days later the top froze again. This caused
us to have a weekly violation of 50.2mg/l. Our permit limit is 45.0 mg/1 .This also caused
us not to meet the 85% removal for the month. We believe this to be an upset caused by
extreme weather conditions that were beyond our control. Attached is the temperature log
as recorded for Lincoln County for the month of January 2010 which illustrates the colder
than normal temperatures.
If you have any questions please feel free to give me a call at 704-736-8960.
James S. Rhyne ORC
Lincolnton WWTP
NCO025496
608 WEST Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-061 7
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

Lesley, John
From: James S. Rhyne [e-mail]]
Sent: Thursday, February 11, 2010 12:41 PM
To: Lesley, John
Subject: Lincolnton WWTP TSS Violation
Dear John,
The Lincolnton WWTP had a weekly TSS violation for the first week of January 2010. The weekly TSS violation was due
to extreme weather conditions that Lincoln County and the entire area experienced during this time. Extended cold
periods below 32 degrees caused the top of our final clarifiers to freeze. When the plant flow increased after the
Christmas shutdown period, foam and that had accumulated in the aeration basins pushed into the final clarifiers froze as
well. The frozen foam became lodged around the scum beach of the clarifier, which caused the scum and solids to be
pushed over the weir of the clarifier instead of into the scum trap.
We drained the clarifier that had the most frozen foam and was discharging the most TSS over the weir. Doing this
dropped our TSS from 160 mg/I down to 40 mg/I. Then we put the drained clarifier back into operation and the same thing
happened again. The TSS went back up again and this caused us to violate our weekly TSS limit.
The Lincolnton WWTP typically experiences higher TSS levels during January due to the Christmas holiday shutdown
period for our industries. The plant experiences a mild upset condition as it transitions from primarily industrial flow to
domestic flow and then back again to industrial flow. We believe the fact that the WWTP was in a transitional flow period
coupled with extremely cold weather conditions caused the TSS violation. We feel these extreme conditions were beyond
our reasonable control and we took corrective actions as soon as we were aware of the situation.
We will submit a detailed letter about these events with our January DMR.
If you have any questions, please let us know.
Sincerely,
James S. Rhyne, ORC
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES # NC0025496

CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
RECEIVED
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
AUG 2 6 2011
SWP SEC, IVN
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
2010 - 2011
I. General Information
Facility System Name: City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant
Responsible Entity: City of Lincolnton, North Carolina
Person in Charge/Contact: James S. Rhyne, (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
D. C. Thornburg III, (Water Treatment Plant)
Applicable Permits: NPDES Permit NCO025496 (Wastewater Treatment Plant.)
NPDES Permit NCO085588 (Water Treatment Plant.)
II. Description of Treatment Process
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant is an Activated Sludge treatment process.
The process works in three stages: preliminary treatment, primary treatment and secondary
treatment. The influent wastewater from town comes into the Main Lift Station that then pumps
the wastewater up to the preliminary treatment units.
P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAx [phone]

In the preliminary treatment stage, a Filter/Screening Unit removes screenings from the
wastewater and the grit is taken out by a Vortex Grit Removal system. The water is then piped
to the Oxidtion Ditch. This starts the primary treatment (biological) phase.
In the primary treatment stage, microorganisms treat the wastewater. Our primary treatment
consists of two phases, the Oxidation Ditch and Fine Bubble Aeration Basin. In the Oxidation
Ditch phase, the incoming wastewater flows into the outer ring of the Orbal Ditch and is mixed
with the microorganisms. Rotating discs in the Oxidation Ditch circulate the wastewater around
the outer ring and into the inner ring while the microorganisms breakdown the organic materials
in the wastewater.
The wastewater is then piped to the Aeration Basin. In the Aeration Basin, fine air bubbles are
introduced to the incoming microorganisms and a biomass is formed. These microorganisms,
called bugs, use the oxygen supplied by the fine air bubbles to survive. While passing through
the Aeration Basin, the bugs consume and breakdown the remaining organic waste in the water.
After the Aeration Basin, the water enters into the secondary treatment stage. The wastewater
leaving the Aeration Basin is piped into two Final Clarifiers. The water and solids (biomass)
separate during this part of the treatment process. The separated solids are either returned to the
Oxidation Ditch to start the process over again, or wasted to the Diffused Air Floatation unit
(DAF) as sludge. The DAF unit thickens the sludge before it goes to anaerobic digesters for
storage until removal from the plant. The water from the clarifier moves to the disinfection stage
where liquid sodium hypochlorite is fed into the water to reduce pathogens (disease causing
bacteria) to NPDES permit required levels.
Once disinfected, the water is discharged into the South Fork River. The excess sludge is
contracted to and transported by Synagro to permitted farmland sites in Lincoln County, NC for
land application.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant Alum Basin:
The City of Lincolnton Water Plant has a discharge permit for an alum basin. The basin
discharges water into the South Fork River. The alum basin is used for the water plants filters
washes and basin cleanings. The filter washes and/or basin cleanings flow to the basin by
gravity and are allowed to settle. The solids settle to the bottom and clear water remains on top.
The clear water is pumped to the river and the solids are pumped to centrifuge. After drying, the
alum sludge is transported to the Lincoln County Landfill for disposal.

III. SUMMARY OF SYSTEM PERFORMANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010-2011
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
Violations (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
The Wastewater Treatment Plant had no reported violations for the fiscal year 2010 - 2011
Spills (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2010-2011.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant:
The Water Treatment Plant had no reported violations for fiscal year 2010 — 2011.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
No reported violations for the fiscal year 2010-2011.
Spills (for the fiscal year 2010-2011):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2010-2011.
IV. Notification
A Public Notice will be listed in the Lincoln Times -News newspaper on August 31, 2011 and
September 2, 2011 advising all customers that this Performance Annual Report is available for
public review at the City of Lincolnton Public Works & Utilities office at 128 Motz Avenue.

V. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of
the City of Lincolnton water and sewer system, and that those users have been notified of its
availability.
nBa,
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J es S. Rhyne
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
D. C. Thornburg III
Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
Date
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Date

'OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
f
AUU 1 S 2009
CITY OF LINCOLNTON
RECEIVED
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
DENR - WATER OUALffy
PERFORMANCE 2008 -ANNUAL REPq"NT SOURCE BRANCH
I. General Information
Facility System Name: City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant
Responsible Entity: City of Lincolnton, North Carolina
Person in Charge/Contact: James S. Rhyne, (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
D. C. Thornburg III, (Water Treatment Plant)
Applicable Permits: NPDES Permit NC00254'(Wastewater Treatment Plant.)
NPDES Permit NCO085588 (Water Treatment Plant.)
II. Description of Treatment Process
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant is an Activated Sludge treatment process.
The process works in three stages: preliminary treatment, primary treatment and secondary
treatment. The influent wastewater from town comes into the Main Lift Station that then pumps
the wastewater up to the preliminary treatment units.
608 WEsT Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-061 7
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

In the preliminary treatment stage, a Filter/Screening Unit removes screenings from the
wastewater and the grit is taken out by a Vortex Grit Removal system. The water is then piped
to the Oxidtion Ditch. This starts the primary treatment (biological) phase.
In the primary treatment stage, microorganisms treat the wastewater. Our primary treatment
consists of two phases, the Oxidation Ditch and Fine Bubble Aeration Basin. In the Oxidation
Ditch phase, the incoming wastewater flows into the outer ring of the Orbal Ditch and is mixed
with the microorganisms. Rotating discs in the Oxidation Ditch circulate the wastewater around
the outer ring and into the inner ring while the microorganisms breakdown the organic materials
in the wastewater.
The wastewater is then piped to the Aeration Basin. In the Aeration Basin, fine air bubbles are
introduced to the incoming microorganisms and a biomass is formed. These microorganisms,
called bugs, use the oxygen supplied by the fine air bubbles to survive. While passing through
the Aeration Basin, the bugs consume and breakdown the remaining organic waste in the water.
After the Aeration Basin, the water enters into the secondary treatment stage. The wastewater
leaving the Aeration Basin is piped into two Final Clarifiers. The water and solids (biomass)
�parate during this part of the treatment process. The separated solids are either returned to the
Oxidation Ditch to start the process over again, or wasted to the Diffused Air Floatation unit
(DAF) as sludge. The DAF unit thickens the sludge before it goes to anaerobic digesters for
storage until removal from the plant. The water from the clarifier moves to the disinfection stage
where liquid sodium hypochlorite is fed into the water to reduce pathogens (disease causing
bacteria) to NPDES permit required levels.
Once disinfected, the water is discharged into the South Fork River. The excess sludge is
contracted to and transported by Synagro to permitted farmland sites in Lincoln County, NC for
land application.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant Alum Basin:
The City of Lincolnton Water Plant has a discharge permit for an alum basin. The basin
discharges water into the South Fork River. The alum basin is used for the water plants filters
washes and basin cleanings. The filter washes and/or basin cleanings flow to the basin by
gravity and are allowed to settle. The solids settle to the bottom and clear water remains on top.
The clear water is pumped to the river and the solids are pumped to centrifuge. After drying, the
alum sludge is transported to the Lincoln County Landfill for disposal.

III. SUMMARY OF SYSTEM PERFORMANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-2009
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant:
The Wastewater Treatment Plant had four reported violations for fiscal year 2008 - 2009. These
violations were for two weekly and two monthly Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)
violations in May 2009 and June 2009.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2008-2009):
May 2009 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)
The BOD violation was for violation for our weekly and monthly average.
Please see the attached letter for an explanation of the causes of the
violations.
June 2009 Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD)
The BOD violation was for violation for our weekly and monthly average.
Please see the attached letter for an explanation of the causes of the
violations
Spills (for the fiscal year 2008-2009):
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2008-2009.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant:
The Water Treatment Plant had no reported violation for fiscal year 2008 — 2009.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2008-2009):
No reported violations for the fiscal year 2008-2009.
Spills for the fiscal year 2007-2008Z
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2008-2009.

IV. Notification
A Public Notice will be listed in the Lincoln Times -News newspaper on August 17, 2009 and
August 19, 2009 advising all customers that this Performance Annual Report is available for
public review at the City of Lincolnton Public Works & Utilities office at 128 Motz Avenue.
V. Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of
the City of Lincolnton water and sewer system, and that those users have been notified of its
availability.
aa"""4' � "",
Jaras S. Rhyne
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
D. C. Thornburg III
Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
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Date
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F LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
NPDES #NC0025496
July 28, 2009
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter serves as a written response to the weekly and monthly BOD violation, and the
BOD monthly removal rate violation that occurred in May and June 2009. The following
will outline the events that led to the violations and the corrective actions taken following
the violations.
On May 22, 2009, we began using a new shipment of sodium bi-sulfite for
dechlorination. Tuesday, May 26`h was the first day back from the Memorial Day holiday
and our pH in the effluent composite sample was abnormally low at 5.5 standard units.
The abnormally low pH composite sample had to be adjusted up to meet the BOD test
minimum required 6.5 standard units. Sodium hydroxide was used to raise the pH level to
6.6 standard units, however it took a significant amount of sodium hydroxide to raise the
pH to the minimum acceptable range for BOD testing.
The BOD sample for May 26th was set up on May 27th. Normally, we use 150 to 250 mis
to set up the effluent BOD samples. However, on the May 26 sample, we were only able
to use a 1 ml and 5ml BOD sample because the sample depleted the oxygen on the 1st
day.
We discussed this situation with Gary Francies of the Asheville NCDENR to see if we
had any problems with our BOD test. We determined that we had a chemical problem
with our shipment of sodium bi-sulfite. We ordered a new shipment of sodium bi-sulfite
from another vendor and started using this shipment on June 6, 2009. We have not had
any low composite sample pH or BOD problems since we began using the sodium bi-
sulfite from the other vendor.
608 WEST HWY. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. BOX 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

We had the suspected bad load of sodium bi-sulfite tested and found that it contained
only 23% sodium bi-sulfite, which caused us to use twice as much to dechlorinate the
#fluent. The sodium bi-sulfite analysis sheet is attached to this letter.
Ve also ran numerous pH tests in the plant to determine if we were causing any potential
harem to the receiving stream. A sheet showing these tests is also attached to this letter.
We believe these violations were due to a bad load of sodium bi-sulfite that we received
and not due to any operational problems at our WWTP. We also discussed this situation
with Donna Hood of the Mooresville Regional Office. We came to the conclusion that it
was a chemical problem, not an operational one.
Sincerely,
James S. Rhyne
WWTP Supervisor
City of Lincolnton

'OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
Per the requirements of House Bill 1160 of the Clean Water Act of 1999, the City of
Lincolnton has prepared an Annual Performance Report for the reporting period of
July, 2008— June, 2009. A copy of the report is on file at the following locations for
public review.
Wastewater Treatment Plant
608 W. Hwy. 150 Bypass
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Contact: Jamie Rhyne, Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
Public Works & Utilities
128 Motz Ave.
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Contact Steve Peeler, Director Public Works & Utilities
Water Treatment Plant
1338 Reepsville Road
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Contact D.C. Thornburg, Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
608 WEST HWY. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. BOX 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-061 7
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
Mr. James Rhyne
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Rhyne:
December 15, 2009
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Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County, NC
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection conducted at the
subject facility on December 8, 2009 by John Lesley of this Office. Samples of the facility effluent were
collected on December 8 and 11, 2009 for use in a chronic Ceriodaphnia dubia pass/fail toxicity test. Toxicity
test information will be forwarded under separate cover when available.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning this report,
please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Lesley or me at 704-663-1699.
Sincerely,
n.� Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
Lincoln County Health Department
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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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 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 NI 2 15I 31 NC0025496 111 121 09/12/08 117 18I CI 19I sI 20I 1 I
Remarks
21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ---- - - - -- -Reserved--- — -- —
671 3.0 169 701 41 711 DI 721 N I 73 I 174 751 I I I I I Li 80
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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)
10:00 AM 09/12/08
05/12/01
Lincolnton WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Lincolnton NC 28092
03:00 PM 09/12/08
10/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
James S. Rhyne/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 280930617/Public Works Contacted
Director/704-736-8940/7047368959 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
John E LesleyC/
MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2198/ i2 -0D?�L
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Siigpiaature of Management Q A Rev' er Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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Marcia o�cco MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2204/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO025496 I11 121 09/12/08 117 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Monthly monitoring reports for the period October 2008 through September 2009 were reviewed. BOD
limits were exceeded in May and June 2009 due to a off -specification delivery of sodium bisulfite
(dechlorination agent). The facility was assessed civil penalties, Case No. LV-2009-0330. The permittee
has filed a request seeking remission of the penalties. The case has not been decided as of this report.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 12/08/2009
Operations & Maintenance
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WVVTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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: A comprehensive process control program has been implemented.
Permit res no NA n
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? 1=1 n ■ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ n n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ■ El n n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ n n n
Comment: The permit expires on 7/31/10, be advised that a Permit Renewal
Application must be submitted no later than 180 days prior to expiration.
The permit special condition requires the POTW to implement an Industrial
Pretreatment Program.
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
❑
n
n
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
n
n
n
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
n
n
n
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
n
n
n
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
■
n
n
n
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Page # 3

Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 12/08/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■
n
n
n
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
■
n
n
n
Comment: Records are archived after five years.
Laboratory
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
■
n
n
n
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
■
n
n
n
# Is the facility using a contract lab?
■
n
n
n
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
■
n
n
n
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
■
n
n
n
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
■
n
n
n
Comment: The on -site laboratory holds Certification No. 153. Commerical labs under
contract include Blue Ridge Labs, Prism Labs, Meritech, and Pace Laboratories
(Asheville).
Pump Station - Influent
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
■
n
n
n
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps operable?
■
n
n
n
Are float controls operable?
■
n
n
n
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
■
n
n
n
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
■
In
n
n
Comment:
..
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual n
b.Mechanical ■
Are the bars adequately screening debris? ■ n n n
Is the screen free of excessive debris? ■ n n n
Is disposal of screening in compliance? ■ n n n
Page # 4

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 12/08/2009
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VVWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Is the unit in good condition? ■ n n n
Comment: Rags and grit are taken off site for landfill disposal by GDS, Inc.
.. __ Vn fjn IJA NF:
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
n
b.Mechanical
■
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
■
n
n
n
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
■
n
n
n
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Influent Sampling
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
■
n
n
n
Is sample collected above side streams?
■
n
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 less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
■
n
n
n
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
■
n
n
n
Comment: Sample storage temperature: 3 degrees C.
Oxidation Ditches
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are the aerators operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
■
n
n
n
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
n
n
n
■
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
n
n
n
■
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Page # 5

Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 12/08/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
■
n
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Are weirs level?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Is the drive unit operational?
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately Y. of the sidewall depth)
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Pumps-RAS-WAS
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Are pumps in place?
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Are pumps operational?
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Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
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Comment: Waste Activated sludge is conveyed to the DAF unit for treatment.
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
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(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 12/08/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes
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NA
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Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
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Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
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Comment:
Effluent Sampling
Yes
No
NA
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Is composite sampling flow proportional?
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Is sample collected below all treatment units?
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Is proper volume collected?
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Is the tubing clean?
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Comment: Sample storage temperature: 2 degrees C.
Samples were collected of the effluent for use in a chronic Ceriodaphnia dubia pass/fail
toxicity test. Toxicity test information will be forwarded under separate cover when
available.
Flow Measurement- Effluent
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
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Is flow meter calibrated annually?
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Is the flow meter operational?
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 12/08/2009
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VWVTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Flow Measurement - Effluent Yes No NA NE
Comment: The flow meter was last calibrated by Dismuke Insturmentation Services on
6/24/09.
Upstream / Downstream Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and sampling location)? ■ ❑ ❑ 0—
Comment:
Standby Power
Is automatically activated standby power available?
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
Is the generator tested under load?
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
Comment: There are two generators on site. A 900K generator supplies power to the
north side of the facility and a 1200K generator supplies power to the south side of the
facility. The WWTP has all required air quality permits.
Anaerobic Digester
Type of operation:
Is the capacity adequate?
# Is gas stored on site?
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
Is the gas burner operational?
Is the digester heated?
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
Comment: Sludge is land applied under Permit No. WQ0002712.
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PY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWA
TER TREATMENT PLANT
City of Lincolnton WWTP
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
NPDES #NC0025496
July 28, 2009
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter serves as a written response to the weekly and monthly BOD violation, and the
BOD monthly removal rate violation that occurred in May and June 2009. The following
will outline the events that led to the violations and the corrective actions taken following
the violations.
On May 22, 2009, we began using a new shipment of sodium bi-sulfite for
dechlorination. Tuesday, May 260' was the first day back from the Memorial Day holiday
and our pH in the effluent composite sample was abnormally low at 5.5 standard units.
The abnormally low pH composite sample had to be adjusted up to meet the BOD test
minimum required 6.5 standard units. Sodium hydroxide was used to raise the pH level to
6.6 standard units, however it took a significant amount of sodium hydroxide to raise the
pH to the minimum acceptable range for BOD testing.
The BOD sample for May 26`h was set up on May 27 h. Normally, we use 150 to 250 mis
to set up the effluent BOD samples. However, on the May 26 sample, we were only able
to use a 1 ml and 5ml BOD sample because the sample depleted the oxygen on the 1st
day.
We discussed this situation with Gary Francies of the Asheville NCDENR to see if we
had any problems with our BOD test. We determined that we had a chemical problem
with our shipment of sodium bi-sulfite. We ordered a new shipment of sodium bi-sulfite
from another vendor and started using this shipment on June 6, 2009. We have not had
any low composite sample pH or BOD problems since we began using the sodium bi-
sulfite from the other vendor.
P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAx [phone]

We had the suspected bad load of sodium bi-sulfite tested and found that it contained
only 23% sodium bi-sulfite, which caused us to use twice as much to dechlorinate the
effluent. The sodium bi-sulfite analysis sheet is attached to this letter.
We also ran numerous pH tests in the plant to determine if we were causing any potential
harm to the receiving stream. A sheet showing these tests is also attached to this letter.
We believe these violations were due to a bad load of sodium bi-sulfite that we received
and not due to any operational problems at our WWTP. We also discussed this situation
with Donna Hood of the Mooresville Regional Office. We came to the conclusion that it
was a chemical problem, not an operational one.
Sincerely,
?0n,k"4. I�N-
James S. Rhyne
WWTP Supervisor
City of Lincolnton

Supporting data showing steps taken to find and rule out the cause for the
high BOD and low pH levels.
1. June Is' the 0821 hour Effluent pH composite sample was 5.6 units
yielding to a BOD of 562 mg/1 and a TSS of 7.6 mg/l.
2. June 2n the 0824 hour Effluent pH composite sample was 5.6 units
yielding to a BOD of 338 mg/1 and a TSS of 9.1 mg/l.
3. June 2n at 0845 hour the Sodium Hypochlorite dosage was increased
from 1.5 mg/1 to 4.5 while the Sodium Bisulfite remained at a dosage of
1.5 after speaking with Gary Francis of DENER.
4. The pH had an increase of a whole unit now at 6.73 units after forty-five
minutes, revealing an imbalance with the Sodium Bisulfite. The Sodium
Hypochlorite and Bisulfite are normally at a ratio of 1:1.
5. The composite Effluent pH was tested at the following times:
a. 11:00 hours ...... pH 6.8
b. 12:15 hours ...... pH 7.1
c. 14:46 hours ...... pH 7.2
d. 18:00 hours ...... pH 7.05
e. 22:25 hours ...... pH 7.07
f. 02:25 hours ...... pH 7.05 on June 3rd
g. 0540 hours ....... pH 7.03 on June 3Td
6. June Pat 0820 hours the Effluent pH composite sample was 7.3 units
yielding a BOD of 7.5 mg/1 and a TSS of 9.4 mg/l.
7. The Sodium Hypochlorite dosage remained 3.0 mg/1 higher than the
Sodium Bisulfite until a new tank of Sodium Bisulfite was delivered on
June 6th.
8. The pH on June 4 h and sth were 6.8 and 6.6 units respectively yielding
BOD of 36.8 and 63.7 mg/l.
9. Testing continued on the new tank of Sodium Bisulfite at a 1:1 ratio and
the three pH samples were 6.7 units at 1220 hours, 7.1 units at
15:15hours and 7.1 units at 1830 hours.
10.Both pH and BOD levels returned back to normal maintaing the 1:1 ratio
as shown on the DMR report.

7/ 1/09
Mr. Jamie Rhyne
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Mr. Rhyne,
We have completed analysis on the sample you submitted requesting that we find
the percent of sodium bisulfite. To complete this analysis we analyzed the sample
for sodium. Based upon the sodium concentration detected (assuming all the
sodium in the sample is derived from sodium bisulfite) the solution is approximately
23% sodium bisulfite. The pH of 5.04 is consistent with this finding. It was also
noted that the phosphorus level was higher than just a minor contaminant and this
could have contributed to the impurity of the solution, thus higher COD values.
Sincerely,
Steven J. nson
Blue Rid Labs

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FACILITY STATUS (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
Effluent Color Plume Observed (�x�Slight None
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
and a time -table for improvements to be made.
See attached letter concerning the BOD5 violations. Results of additional test to narrow the cause(s) affecting the Effluent is attached.
We did not meet the > 85% removal for BOD5 for the month. The attached letter addresses this issue.
Donna Hood of DENR has been informed of our concern and acknowledged Problems with the 6-1 and 6-2 -09 samples.
The Effluent Fecal colony count on 6-17 and 6-25-09 were over 3000 colonies per 100 mi.
The Effluent BOD5 for date 6-17-09 depleted too much. The Five day DO was less than the required 1.0 m /l.
The Effluent BOD5 for date 6-30-09 did not deplete the required 2.0 m I of Ox.
" 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"
City of Lincolnton WWTP Post Office Box 617 Lincolnton NC 2809 [phone] [phone] Juiy 31,2010
Permittee Address Phone Number Fax Number Permit Exp. Date
00010 Temperature
00076 Turbidity
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMI)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BOD5
00340 COD
00400 pH
00530 Total suspended
Residue
00545 Settleable Matter
PARAMETER CODES
00556 Oil & Grease
00600 Total Nitrogen
00610 Ammonia Nitrogen
00625 Total Kjeldahl
Nitrogen
00630 Nitrates/Nitrites
00665 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulfide
00927 Total Magnesium
00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
00951 Total Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenic
01027 Cadmium
01067 Nickel
01077 Silver
01092 Zinc
01105 Aluminum
01032 Hexavalent Chromium 01147 Total Selenium
01034 Chromium
31616 Fecal Coliform
32730 Total Phenolics
01037 Total Cobalt
34235 Benzene
01042 Copper
34481 Toluene
01045 Iron
38260 MBAs
01051 Lead
39516 PCBs
01062 Molybdenum
50050 Flow
50060 Total
Residual
Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
80551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
Water Quality Section's web site at h2o,enr.stat nc.us/wqs and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
ORC must visit facility and document visitation of the facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
** If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b)
?) (D)

E F F L U E N T
VNPDES PERMIT NUMBER: NCO025496 DISCHARGE NUMBER: 001
MONTH: JUNE YEAR: 2009
FACILITY NAME: CITY OF LINCOLNTON WWTP
CLASS: IV COUNTY: LINCOLN
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC): JAMES S. RHYNE
GRADE: IV PHONE: (7041 7_ 3g _ 8960
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES: 1] Cit
y tv of Lincolnton WWTp Lab #153 (2) Pace Analytical Lab #40 (3) Blue Ridge Labs #275 FAX: (704) 7_ 3y�6137
CHECK BOCK IF ORC HAS CHANGED PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES: LAB 8, OPERATIONS STAFF
Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to:
x
N. C. DIVISION of WATER QUALITY (SIG URE OF OPERATOR IN PONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
CENTRAL FILES BY T SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER ACC RATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617
50050 00720 01002 01027 01034 01042 01051 01062 01067
FLOW 01147 01077 01092
Operator Operato EFF X
Arrival Time iY/N
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Time on Daily Total
[Date 24:00 Site Rate C snide Arsenic Cadmium Chromium Co er Lead Mo bdenum Total
Silver
HRS HRS MGD UG/L IG/L UG/L UG/L UG/L UG/L UG/L UG/I S UG/Ll lum UG/L WIWI
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07:00 24
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07:00 24
07:00 24
07:00 24
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<5 1.0 <1 17.0 5.6 2.0 5.5 2.2 <i 1 <1 53.0
AVERAGE 0.0 1.3 1.1 0.0 17.0 6.8 2.0 5.5 2.2 0.0 0.0 48.5
MAXIMUM 0.0 5.0 IIA 0.0 17.0 7.9 2.0 6.5 2.2 0.0 0.0 53.0
MINIMUM 0.0 0.0 1.1 0.0 17.0 5.6
2.0 5.5 2.2 0.0 0.0 44.0
Comp (C) /Grab (G) C G C C C C
Monthly Limit 6.0 22.0 NL NL NL NL C C C C C C
NL NL NL NL NL NL

FACILITY STATUS (Please check one of the following)
,,,I' monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements
Noncompliant
Effluent Color Plume Observed C�Slight C�None
If the facility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
and a time -table for improvements to be made.
See attached letter concerning the BOD5 violations Results of additional test to narrow the cause(s) affecting the Effluent is attached.
We did not meet the > 85% removal for B005 for the month. The attached letter addresses this issue.
Donna Hood of DENR has been informed of our concern and acknowled ed problems with the 6-1 and 6-2 -09 samples.
The Effluent Fecal colony count on 6-17 and 6-25-09 were over 3000 colonies per 100 ml.
The Effluent BOD5 for date 6-17-09 depleted too much. The Five day DO was less than the required 1.0 mg/I
The Effluent BODs for date 6-30-09 did not deplete the required 2.0 m A of O-.
" 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"
City of Lincolnton WWTP Post Office Box 617 Lincolnton NC 2809 [phone] [phone] Juiy 31,2010
Permittee Address Phone Number Fax Number Permit Exp. Date
00010 Temperature
00076 Turbidity
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMI)
00095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BOD5
00340 COD
00400 pH
00530 Total suspended
Residue
00545 Settleable Matter
PARAMETER CODES
00556 Oil & Grease
00600 Total Nitrogen
00610 Ammonia Nitrogen
00625 Total Kjeldahl
Nitrogen
00630 Nitrates/rlitrites
00665 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulfide
00927 Total Magnesium
00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
00951 Total Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenic
01027 Cadmium
01067 Nickel
01077 Silver
01092 Zinc
01105 Aluminum
01032 Hexavalent Chromium 01147 Total Selenium
01034
Chromium
31616
Fecal Coliform
32730
Total Phenolics
01037
Total Cobalt
34235
Benzene
01042
Copper
34481
Toluene
01045
Iron
38260
MBAs
01051
Lead
39516
PCBs
01062
Molybdenum
50050
Flow
50060 Total
Residual
Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
80551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
the Water Quality Section's web site at h2o enr state.nc.us/wqs and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
' ORC must visit facility and document visitation of the facility as required per 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
" If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b)
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E F F L U E N T
VNPDES PERMIT NUMBER: NCO025496 DISCHARGE NUMBER: 001 MONTH: JUNE YEAR: 2009
FACILITY NAME: CITY OF LINCOLNTON WWTP
CLASS: IV COUNTY: LINCOLN
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC): JAMES S. RHYNE
GRADE: IV PHONE: _(704) 7_ 36 _ 8960
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES: 0) City of Lincolnton WWTP Lab #153 (2) Pace Analytical Lab #40 13) Blue Ridge Labs #275 FAX: [phone]`137
CHECK BLOCK IF ORC HAS CHANGED Mail ORIGINAL and ONE COPY to: PERSON(S) COLLECTING SAMPLES: LAB &OPERATIONS STAFF
QQ
N. C. DIVISION of WATER QUALITY (SIG URE OF OPERATOR IN SPONSIBLE CHARGE 7
CENTRAL FILES BY T SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS ) DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
RALEIGH, NC 27699-1617
50050
32730 71900
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Monthly
Monthly
Time
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TSS
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24
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4 07:00
24
5 07:00
24
685.0
713.0
6 07:00
24
7 07:00
24
8 07:00
24
8 07:00
24
379.0
10 07:00
24
430.0
5.0
11 07:00
24
464.0
12 07:00
24
624.0
13 07:00
24
689.0
14 07:00
24
15 07:00
24
16 07:00
24
570.0
17 07:00
24
618.0 81.4
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18 07:00
24
18 07:00
24
619.0
20 07:00
24
688.0
21 07:00
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22 07:00
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23 07:00
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24 07:00
24
560.0
25 07:00
24
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26 07:00
24
674.0
27 07:00
24
767.0
28 07:00
24
29 07:00
24
30 07:00
24
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559.0
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1.3
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81.4
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379.0
81.4
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C
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FACILITY STATUS (Please check one of the following)
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies meet permit requirements C�
Compliant
All monitoring data and sampling frequencies do NOT meet permit requirements L ^J
Noncompliant
Effluent Color Plume Observed Slight None
e; tacility is noncompliant, please comment on corrective actions being taken in respect to equipment, operation, maintenance, etc.,
w a time -table for improvements to be made.
See attached letter concerning the BOD5 violations. Results of additional test to narrow the cause(s) affecting the Effluent is attached.
did not meet the > 85% removal for BOD5 for the month. The attached letter addresses this issue.
donna Hood of DENR has been informed of our concern and acknowledged problems with the 6-1 and 6-2 -09 samples.
The Effluent Fecal colony count on 6-17 and 6-25-09 were over 3000 colonies per 100 ml.
The Effluent BOD5 for date 6-17-09 depleted too much. The Five day DO was less than the required 1.0 mg/I.
The Effluent BOD5 for date 6-30-09 did not deplete the required 2.0 m n of Oz.
" 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"
(:ity of Lincolnton WWTP Post Office Box 617 Lincolnton, NC 2809 [phone] [phone] J u iy 31,2010permit Ex Date
'ermittee Address Phone Number Fax Number p•
00010 Temperature
00076 Turbidity
00080 Color (Pt -Co)
00082 Color (ADMI)
j6095 Conductivity
00300 Dissolved Oxygen
00310 BOD5
00340 COD
00400 pH
00530 Total suspended
Residue
00545 Settleable Matter
PARAMETER CODES
00556 Oil & Grease
00600 Total Nitrogen
00610 Ammonia Nitrogen
00625 Total Kjeldahl
Nitrogen
00630 Nitrates/Nitrites
00665 Total Phosphorous
00720 Cyanide
00745 Total Sulfide
00927 Total Magnesium
00929 Total Sodium
00940 Total Chloride
00951 Total Fluoride
01002 Total Arsenic
01027 Cadmium
01067 Nickel
01077 Silver
01092 Zinc
01105 Aluminum
01032 Hexavalent Chromium 01147 Total Selenium
01034 Chromium
31616 Fecal Coliform
32730 Total Phenolics
01037 Total Cobalt
34235 Benzene
01042 Copper
34481 Toluene
01045 Iron
38260 MBAs
01051 Lead
39516 PCBs
01062 Molybdenum
50050 Flow
50060 Total
Residual
Chlorine
71880 Formaldehyde
71900 Mercury
80551 Xylene
Parameter Code assistance may be obtained by calling the Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit at [phone] or by visiting
",e Water Quality Section's web site at h2o enr state nc.us/wgs and linking to the Unit's information pages.
Use only units designated in the reporting facility's permit for reporting data.
ORC must visit facility and document visitation of the facility as required per 15A NCAC SG .0204.
If signed by other than the permittee, delegation of signatory authority must be on file with the state per 15A NCAC 2B .0506 (b)
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NPDES PERMIT NUMBER: NC0025496
FACILITY NAME: CITY OF LINCOLNTON WWTP
I N F L U E N T
DISCHARGE NUMBER: 001 MONTH:JUNE
CLASS: IV
YEAR: 2009
COUNTY: LINCOLN
01034 1 01042 01051 01062 01067 01147 01077 01092 32730 71900 1097
Date
Time
24:00
HRS
Composite
Time
HRS
Chromium
UG/L
Copper
UG/L
Lead
UG/L
M.Nbd-um
UG/L
Nickel
UG/L
Total
Selenium
UG/L
Silver
UG/L
Zinc
UG/L
Total
Phenolics
UG/L
Mercury
UG/L
Antimon
UG/L
1
07:00
24
2
07:00
24
3
07:00
24
4
07:00
24
5
07:00
24
6
07:00
24
7
07:00
24
8
07:00
24
9
07:00
24
10
07:00
24
11
07:00
24
12
07:00
24
13
07:00
24
14
07:00
24
15
07:00
24
16
07:00
24
17
07:00
24
18
07:00
24
19
07:00
24
20
07:00
24
21
07:00
24
22
07:00
24
23
07:00
24
33.0
37.0
2.5
4.0
4.2
<1
1.8
82.0
17.0
<0.2
46.0
24
07:00
24
25
07:00
24
26
07:00
24
27
07:00
24
28
07:00
24
29
07:00
24
30
07:00
24
AVERAGE
33.0
37.6
2.5
4.0
7.6
0.0
1.2
82.0
17.0
<0.2
46.0
MAXIMUM
33.0
37.0
2.5
4.0
7.6
0.0
1.2
82.0
17.0
<0.2
46.0
MINIMUM
33.0
37.0
2.6
4.0
7.6
0.0
1.2
82.0
17.0
<0.2
46.0
Comp (C) / Grab (G)
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C
C
C
C
C
C
G
C
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rNPDES PERMIT NUMBER: NCO025496 DISCHARGE NUMBER: 001
FACILITY NAME: CITY OF LINCOLNTON WWTP
STREAM: SOUTH FORK RIVER
LOCATION: SOUTH GROVE ST. BRIDGE
Upstream
MONTH: JUNE YEAR: 2009
COUNTY: LINCOLN
STREAM: SOUTH FORK RIVER
LOCATION: LABORATORY ROAD BRIDGE
Downstream
Time
24 000
00010
00400
00310
00300
31616
000tOOO83
24:00
HRS
Temp
Celsius
°C
BODE Diasolved
H ° C O en
Unib MGIL MGIL
GeometricTime
Mean
#I100ML
onduc
h
00010
00400
00310
00300
31618
00095
00083Fecal
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Celsius
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H
Units
BOD6
20° C
MGIL
Dissolved
Ox en
MGIL
FecalColiforri Collform
Geometric20
Mean
AN100ML
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ColorHRS
ADMI
1
2
3
4
8
8
7
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4-1
91
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
1s
16
17
1351
190.4
1402
260.9
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
28
28
27
28
29
30
AVERAGE
0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 0.0
0.0 I
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0
0
0
0.00
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190.4
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1402.0
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Template of BEM Form MR-3 (11193)

CITY OF LINCOLNTON WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
MAR 4 2009
..� uthk i
DWQ-Su�laca W 1,01, Pfole ;tIon
March,2 2009
Wes Bell
NCDEM-MRO
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: Aeration Basins
Dear Mr. Bell
Per our conversation, this letter is to inform you that on February 16`h 2009 we took two basins out of
service in an effort to reduce power consumption and to reduce the amount of ash that is burning up from
over aeration. We feel these changes will not effect the quality of effluent. If you have any questions, feel
free to call me at [phone].
Sincerely, A Kk
James S. Rhyne
Operator in Responsible Charge
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit Number NCO025496
608 WEST Hwy. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. Box 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

North Carolina
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Stephen Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
C4*A
NCDENR
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Director Secretary
February 9, 2009
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County, NC
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection
conducted at the subject facility on February 6, 2009 by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office. Please
advise the facility's Operator -in -Responsible .Charge by forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning
this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bell at [phone].
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Enclosure:
cc: Lincoln County Health Department
CiAtL;1
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 One
Phone: [phone] \ Fax: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org 'J\'W1111a//„
An Equal Opportunity \ Affirmative Action Employer — 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer paper �/ T i `l�

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I� 2 15I 31 NCO025496 111 121 09/02/06 117 181OI 191SI 201
�—
Remarks
211_ I I I I I I I I I I i l l l l I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Lib
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA----------------- --------- Reserved ----------------------
67I 1.5 169 701 41 711 N I 72I N I 73lI I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Lincolnton WWTP
09:36 AM 09/02/06
05/12/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Lincolnton NC 28092
01:22 PM 09/02/06
10/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Donald A Burkey//704-736-8960 /
James S. Rhyne/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Stephen H Peeler,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 28092/Public Works Contacted
Director/704-736-8940/7047368959 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Find in/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wesley N Bell /� /!� MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.2192/ ;-VI /27
ignature of Management Q A ev' er Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers ���
Marc a A1locco MRO WQ//764-663-1699 Ext.2204/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
NCO023496 11 12� 09/02/06 17 ,81CI
Section D Summary of Find ingiComments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessaM
Page # 2

Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009 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
Cl
■
n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
n
n
n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
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: The subject permit expires on 7/31/10. The Division issued a permit
modification on 3/2/07 regarding the removal of the effluent monitoring requirements for
Aldrin, Dieldrin, and 4,4 DDT and changing the effluent monitoring for total silver from
twice per month to quarterly.
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
n
n
n
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
n
n
n
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
n
n
n
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
n
n
n
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
n
n
n
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
■
n
n
n
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■
n
n
n
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
■
n
n
n
Page # 3

Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Comment: The records were organized and well maintained. DMRs were reviewed
for the period January 08 through October 08. Daily maximum effluent Antimony
(January 08) and Phenols (February 08) limit violations were reported. The Division has
previously addressed these two limit violations by the issuances of either an NOV or
NOV/civil penalty assessment. The ORC and staff must ensure the following is
incorporated onto future DMRs: the correct sample type is listed for effluent color (from
grab to composite), the facility's BOD and TSS removal efficiencies, the sampling times
for the instream (upstream and downstream) color samples, and all "<" values are
properly calculated to determine the monthly average values.
Laboratory Yes No NA NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory? ■ n n n
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab? ■ n n n
# Is the facility using a contract lab? ■ n n n
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)? n n n ■
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees? n n n ■
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees? n n n ■
Comment: Effluent analyses (pH, total residual chlorine, temperature, BOD, TSS,
ammonia, conductivity, and fecal coliform) are performed on -site under the laboratory
certification #153. Prism Laboratories, Inc. (Certification #402), Blue Ridge Labs
(Certification #275), Pace Analytical - Asheville (Certification #40), City of Gastonia
(Certification #210), and Meritech, Inc. (Certification #165) have also been contracted to
provide analytical support.
Influent Sampling Yes No NA NE
# Is composite sampling flow proportional? n ■ n n
Is sample collected above side streams? n ■ n n
Is proper volume collected? ■ n
Is the tubing clean? ■ n n n
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)? ■ n n n
Is sampling performed according to the permit? n ■ n n
Comment: The influent composite sample includes the supernate from the digesters
and the DAF unit's effluent. The refrigeration system for the flow proportional composite
sampler malfuncitioned on 1/26/09; therefore, time -based composite samples have
since been collected. The ORC has ordered a new flow proportional sampler and will
initiate flow proportional samplers once the new sampler is on -site.
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional? ■ n n n
Page # 4

Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Sampling
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
■
n
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 less than or equal to 6.0 degrees Celsius)?
■
n
n
n
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type representative)?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Upstream / Downstream Sampling
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and sampling location)? ■
n
n
n
Comment. -
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ n n ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge IN n n n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: The facility appeared to be properly operated and well maintained. The
ORC and staff have incorporated a comprehensive process control program.
Pump Station - Influent
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are float controls operable?
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
Comment: The influent pump station is equipped with five pumps that are all
operational. One of the influent pumps (10 MGD rated pump) is manually activated
when needed.
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton VWVTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Bar Screens Yes No NA NE
Is disposal of screening in compliance? ■ n n n
Is the unit in good condition? ■ n n n
Comment: Bar screen debris (rags, etc.) was observed on the concrete pad adjacent
to the dumpster. The facility staff must ensure adequate housekeeping measures are
maintained at all times.
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
n
b.Mechanical
■
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
■
n
n
n
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
■
n
n
In
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Oxidation Ditches
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are the aerators operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
■
n
n
n
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
In
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
In
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
■
n
n
n
Comment: The oxidation ditch and aeration basins are operated in series. All of the
return activated sludge (RAS) is pumped back to the oxidation ditch.
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext.
Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
n
■
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Page # 6

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton VwVfP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Li
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
Nt
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/I)
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
■
n
n
n
Are weirs level?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
n
n
n
Is scum removal adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
n
n
n
Is the drive unit operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
■
n
n
n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
n
n
n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately '% of the sidewall depth)
■
n
n
n
Comment: The facility is equipped with two secondary clarifiers.
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are pumps in place?
■
n
n
n
Are pumps operational?
■
n
n
n
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
n
n
n
■
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
■
n
n
n
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
■
n
n
n
Is the flow meter operational?
■
n
n
n
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
■
n
n
n
Comment: The flow meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated by J.S.
Dismuke Company, Inc. on 10/16/08.
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes
No
NA
NE
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner -Facility: Lincolnton wWTP
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
■
n
n
n
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
■
n
n
n
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
■
n
n
n
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
■
o
n
n
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
n
n
■
n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n
n
■
o
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
■
n
n
n
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
n
n
■
n
Comment: The facility installed an aqueous sodium bisulfite dechlorination system per
ATC approval dated 2/13/07.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
n
n
■
n
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Yoc Nn NA NF
Is containment adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is storage adequate?
■
n
n
n
Are backup pumps available?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
■
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?
n
n
■
o
Comment: The effluent appeared "tea colored" with no floatable solids and foam. The
foam dissipated less than 100 yards downstream of the discharge outfall. The receiving
stream did not appear to be negatively impacted.
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Permit: NCO025496 Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Solids Handling Equipment
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the equipment operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
■
n
n
n
Is storage adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
n
n
■
o
Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
n
n
■
n
Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake?
n
n
■
n
The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
■
n
n
n
Comment: Waste activated sludge is pumped to the DAF unit. The DAF unit
appeared to be properly operated and well maintained.
Anaerobic Digester
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of operation:
Floating
cover
Is the capacity adequate?
■
❑
❑ ❑
# Is gas stored on site?
■
❑
❑ ❑
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
■
n
n n
Is the gas burner operational?
■
n
n n
Is the digester heated?
■
n
n n
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
■
n
n n
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
■
n
n n
Comment: The facility is currently using three primary digesters and one secondary
digester. In addition, the facility uses two sludge storage tanks. The sludge is land
applied under the authority of Permit No. W00002712. The facility staff must ensure
that any sludge residue collected at the sludge loading station is immediately collected
and properly disposed.
Standby Power
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
■
n
n
n
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
■
o
n
n
Is the generator tested under load?
■
n
n
n
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
n
n
n
■
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
■
n
n
n
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
■
n
n
n
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
■
n
n
n
Page # 9

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 02/06/2009
Standby Power
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Comment: The facility is equipped with two standby generators that are tested twice
per month. The generators are put under load once per month (at a minimum).
Vae Nn NA NF
Page # 10

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August 4, 2008
To: Kerr T. Stevens
From: James Rhyne
Re: Performance Annual Report
Dear Ken T. Stevens,
Enclosed is the City of Lincolnton, NC Performance Annual Report. The report covers the fiscal year of
July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008. This report includes information on the Wastewater Treatment Plant and the
Water Treatment Plant alum basin.
If you need any additional information, please contact me at [phone].
James S. Rhyne
ORC Wastewater Treatment Plant
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608 WEST HWY. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. BOX 617 • t_INCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093.0617
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WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER TREATMENT PLANT
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
2007 — 2008
I. General Information
Facility System Name: City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant
Responsible Entity: City of Lincolnton, North Carolina
Person in Charge/Contact: James S. Rhyne, (Wastewater Treatment Plant)
D. C. Thornburg III, (Water Treatment Plant)
Applicable Permits: (Wastewater Treatment Plant.)
NPDES Permit NCO085588 (Water Treatment Plant.)
I. Description of Treatment Process:
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
The City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant is an Activated Sludge treatment process.
The process works in three stages: preliminary treatment, primary treatment and secondary
treatment. The influent wastewater from town comes into the Main Lift Station that then pumps
the wastewater up to the preliminary treatment units.
608 WEST HWY. 150 BY-PASS • P.O. BOX 617 • LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28093-0617
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]

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In the preliminary treatment stage, a Filter/Screening Unit removes screenings from the
wastewater and the grit is taken out by a Vortex Grit Removal system. The water is then piped
to the Oxidtion Ditch. This starts the primary treatment (biological) phase.
In the primary treatment stage, microorganisms treat the wastewater. Our primary treatment
consists of two phases, the Oxidation Ditch and Fine Bubble Aeration Basin. In the Oxidation
Ditch phase, the incoming wastewater flows into the outer ring of the Orbal Ditch and is mixed
with the microorganisms. Rotating discs in the Oxidation Ditch circulate the wastewater around
the outer ring and into the inner ring while the microorganisms breakdown the organic materials
in the wastewater.
The wastewater is then piped to the Aeration Basin. In the Aeration Basin, fine air bubbles are
introduced to the incoming microorganisms and a biomass is formed. These microorganisms,
called bugs, use the oxygen supplied by the fine air bubbles to survive. While passing through
the Aeration Basin, the bugs consume and breakdown the remaining organic waste in the water.
After the Aeration Basin, the water enters into the secondary treatment stage. The wastewater
leaving the Aeration Basin is piped into two Final Clarifiers. The water and solids (biomass)
separate during this part of the treatment process. The separated solids are either returned to the
Oxidation Ditch to start the process over again, or wasted to the Diffused Air Floatation unit
(DAF) as sludge. The DAF unit thickens the sludge before it goes to anaerobic digesters for
storage until removal from the plant. The water from the clarifier moves to the disinfection stage
where liquid sodium hypochlorite is fed into the water to reduce pathogens (disease causing
bacteria) to NPDES permit required levels.
Once disinfected, the water is discharged into the South Fork River. The excess sludge is
contracted to and transported by Synagro to permitted farmland sites in Lincoln County, NC for
land application.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant Alum Basin
The City of Lincolnton Water Plant has a discharge permit for an alum basin. The basin
discharges water into the South Fork River. The alum basin is used for the water plants filters
washes and basin cleanings. The filter washes and/or basin cleanings flow to the basin by
gravity and are allowed to settle. The solids settle to the bottom and clear water remains on top.
The clear water is pumped to the river and the solids are pumped to centrifuge. After drying, the
alum sludge is transported to the Lincoln County Landfill for disposal.

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II. Performance
SUMMARY OF SYSTEM PERFORMANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008
City of Lincolnton Wastewater Treatment Plant
The wastewater treatment plant had seven reported violations for fiscal year 2007 - 2008. These
violations were for three Antimony violations in September 2007, October 2007 and January
2008. We also had four Phenol violations, one in November 2007, two in December 2007 and
one in February 2008.All the violations were daily maximum violations.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2007-2008)
September 2007: Antimony
The Antimony violation was for violation of our daily maximum limit
requirement in our NPDES permit. The violation was due to a suspected slug
load from our industries. Our facility was back in compliance the following
week.
October 2007: Antimony
The Antimony violation was for violation of our daily maximum limit
requirement in our NPDES permit. The violation was due to a suspected slug
load .We started to sample all industries for Antimony to try to find the source.
Our facility was back in compliance the following week for Antimony.
November 2007: Phenol
The Phenol violation was for violation of our daily maximum limit requirement
in our NPDES permit. The violation was due to a suspected slug load. Samples
that week on some of our industries showed high levels of Phenol. Our facility
was back in compliance the following week for Phenol.
December 2007: Phenol
There were two Phenol violations in December 2007. These were for violation of
our daily maximum limit requirement. The violations were due to continued high
levels of phenol coming from industries.
January 2008: Antimony
The Antimony violation was for violation of our daily maximum limit
requirement in our NPDES permit. The violation was due to a suspected slug
load from our industries. Our facility was back in compliance the following
week.

February 2008: Phenol
The Phenol violation was for violation of our daily maximum limit requirement
in our NPDES permit. The violation was due to a suspected slug load from our
industries. Our facility was back in compliance the following week.
Spills (for the fiscal year 2007-2008)
There were no spills reported for this reporting period.
City of Lincolnton Water Treatment Plant
The Water Treatment Plant had no reported violation for fiscal year 2007 — 2008.
Violations (for the fiscal year 2007-2008)
No reported violations for the fiscal year 2007-2008.
Spills (for the fiscal year 2007-2008)
No reported spills for the fiscal year 2007-2008.
M. Notification
A Public Notice will be listed in the Lincoln Times -News newspaper on August 11, 2008 and
August 13, 2008 advising all customers that this Performance Annual Report is available for
public review at the City of Lincolnton Public Works & Utilities office at 128 Motz Avenue.

IV.
Certification
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify that this report has been made available to the users or
customers of the City of Lincolnton water and sewer system, and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
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J es S. Rhyne
Wastewater Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
D. C. Thornburg III
Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
City of Lincolnton
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June 6, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 1490 0004 4509 5430
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen Peeler
Director of Utilities
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Michael F. Easley, Governor A
William G. Ross Jr., Secret
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resourc
Coleen Sullins. Director
Division of Water Quality
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2008-LV-0265
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
A review of the February 2008 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of
the following parameter:
Pipe Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
(date)
001 Total Recoverable Phenolics 25.0 ug/1 (2/6/08) 21.0 ug/l (daily maximum)
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 Mr. John Lesley of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Lesley or me at
704/663-1699.
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Point Source Branch
Lincoln County Health Dept.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 6I0 E. Center Ave. Suite 301, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen Sullins" Director
Division of Water Quality
May 7, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL 70071490 0004 4505 9852
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Peeler:
28093-0617
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2008-LV-0204
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
A review of the January 2008 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of
the following parameter:
Pipe Parameter
001 Antimony
Reported Value
55ug/l (daily maximum)
Permit Limit
52 ug/1 (daily maximum)
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 Mr. John Lesley of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Lesley or me at
704/663-1699.
Sincerely,
/ /1 /.---
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
cc: Point Source Branch
Lincoln County Health Dept.
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N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary �(
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen Sullins. Director
Division of Water Quality
April 14, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 1490 0004 4505 6356
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2008-LV-0168
City of Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
A review of the December 2007 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation
of the following parameter:
Pipe
Parameter
001
Phenol
001
Phenol
Reported Value
22.0 ug/1 (daily maximum)
25.0 ug/1 (daily maximum)
Permit Limit
21.0 ug/1 (daily maximum)
21.0 ug/1 (daily maximum)
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 Mr. John Lesley of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Lesley or me at
704/663-1699.
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lvaturaltil
Point Source Branch
Lincoln County Health Dept.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
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N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

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William G. Ross. Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources �[ 11 //}��!
Coleen Sullins. Director "' ���fff I .
Division of Water Quality V
March 10, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL 70071490 0004 4505 6295
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28092
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2008-LV-0125
City ofLincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
A review of the November 2007 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation
of the following parameter:
Pipe Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
001 Phenol 24.0 ug/1 (dailyl maximum) 21.0 ug/1 (daily maximum)
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 Mr. John Lesley of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Lesley or me at
704/663-1699.
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
cc: Point Source Branch
Lincoln County Health Dept.
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N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

Michael F. Easley, Gove4njt-��/William G. Rossh., SecreNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resou
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February 14, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 1490 0004 4505 621V**
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Stephen H. Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Dear Mr.Peeler:
Coleen Sullins. Director
Division of Water Quality
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2008-LV-0089
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
A review of the October 2007 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of
the following parameter:
Pipe Parameter
001 Antimony
Reported Value
6 1. 0 ug/I (daily maximum)
Permit Limit
52 ug/I (daily maximum)
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 Mr. John Lesley of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Lesley or me at
704/663-1699.
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NA Carolina
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Point Source Branch
Lincoln County Health Dept.
Sincerely,
W/
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
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N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E_ Center Ave_ Suite 301, Mooresvflie NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

February 4, 2008
Mr. Stephen Peeler
City of Lincolnton
Post Office Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093-0617
Subject
Dear Mr. Peeler:
Michael F. Easley, Governor` "i
William G. Ross Jr., Secreta /rya,
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen Sullins. Director
Division of Water Quality
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County, NC
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection
conducted at the subject facility on January 30, 2008 by John Lesley of this Office. Please inform
the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge of our findings by forwarding a copy of the enclosed
report.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning
this report, please do not hesitate to contact me at 704-663-1699.
Sincerely, r
for Robert B. Krebs
Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
Lincoln County Health Department
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N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301, Mooresville NC 28115 [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 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 Tvpe
1 I NI 2 1 51 31 NCO025496 111 121 08/01/30 1 17 181 CI 191 S1 20� 11
Remarks
211 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 16
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 81 QA --------------------------- Reserved ----------------------
671 3.0 169 701 31 711 NJ 721 N I 73 L.0 74 711 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)
Lincolnton WWTP
10:00 AM 08/01/30
05/12/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 150 Bypass
Lincolnton NC 28092
03:00 PM 08/01/30
10/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
James S. Rhyne/ORC/704-736-8960/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Jeff B Emory,PO Box 617 Lincolnton NC 28092/City Contacted
Manager/704-732-2281/7047368959 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Find in/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
John E Lesley / MRO WQ//704-663-1699 Ext.270/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewnr Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
V � `-z"
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

1
Or NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO025496 I11 12I 08/01/30 I17 18ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Monthly monitoring reports were reviewed for the period 1/2007 through 12/2007. Daily maximum violations
for antimony were reported in January, September, and October 2007. Daily maximum phenol limit
violations were reported in November and December 2007.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 01/30/2008
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
�11
(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: Aldrin, Deldrin, and DDT monitoring were removed from the permit.
Record Keeping
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
■
n
n
n
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
■
n
n
n
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■
❑
n
❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■
n
n
n
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■
n
n
n
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
n
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■
n
n
n
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
■
n
n
n
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■
n
n
n
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■
n
n
n
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■
n
n
n
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
■
❑
❑
❑
Comment:
Laboratory
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
■
n
n
n
Page # 3

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 01/30/2008
owner - Facility: Lincolnton WVVtP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Laboratory
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
■nnn
# Is the facility using a contract lab? ■ 0 ❑ 0
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)? ■ rl ❑ F1
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
■nnn
■n
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees? nn
Comment: The facility has an on -site lab Certificate No. 153, expiration date:
12/31/2008. Contract labs used by the facility are: Blue Ridge Labs, Prism, Meritech,
and Pace -Asheville
Effluent Samplin
■nnn
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
■
n
n
n
■
n
n
n
Is proper volume collected?
■nnn
Is the tubing clean?
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)?
■nnn
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type representative)?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Yes
No
NA
NE
Influent Sampling
■nnn
# Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected above side streams?
■
n
n
Cl
■
n
n
n
Is proper volume collected?
■nnn
Is the tubing clean?
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)?
■
n
n
n
Is sampling performed according to the permit?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes
No
NA
NE
■
n
n
n
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
■
n
n
n
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
■
n
n
n
Is the flow meter operational?
(if units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
■
O
Comment: Last calibrated on 5/23/2007 by J.S. Dismuke, Co.
Yes
No
NA NE
Operations & Maintenance
Page
# 4

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 01/30/2008
Owner - Facility: Uncolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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:
Pump Station - Influent
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the pump wet well free of bypass lines or structures?
■
n
n
n
Is the wet well free of excessive grease?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n
n
n
Are all pumps operable?
Are float controls operable?
Is SCADA telemetry available and operational?
Is audible and visual alarm available and operational?
Comment: Pump #3 has been replaced.
Bar Screens
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
Is the unit in good condition?
Comment:
Type of grit removal
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Is the grit free of excessive organic matter?
Is the grit free of excessive odor?
# Is disposal of grit in compliance?
Comment:
n
■
■nnn
■ n n n
■nnn
■nnn
n
■
■ n n n
■ n n n
■ n n n
Page # 5

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 01/30/2008
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Oxidation Ditches
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are the aerators operational?
■
❑
❑
❑
Are the aerators free of excessive solids build up?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
In
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Are settleometer results acceptable (> 30 minutes)?
■
❑
❑
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n
n
■
Are settelometer results acceptable?(400 to 800 ml/I in 30 minutes)
n
n
n
■
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
■
n
In
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
In
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
In
In
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n
n
■
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
■
n
n
n
Are weirs level?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
n
n
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
n
n
n
Is scum removal adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
❑
❑
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
■
n
n
n
Page # 6

Permit: NC0025496
Inspection Date: 01/30/2008
Owner -Facility: Lincolnton WVVFP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
C
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
■
n
n
n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
n
n
n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
n
n
n
■
Comment:
Disinfection -Liquid
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is there adequate reserve supply of disinfectant?
■
n
n
In
(Sodium Hypochlorite) Is pump feed system operational?
■
n
n
n
Is bulk storage tank containment area adequate? (free of leaks/open drains)
■
n
n
n
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
Type of system ? Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine. amount (1 to 1)? ■ n n n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? n n ■ ❑
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ■ n n n
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
n
F-I
■
0
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
n
n
■
o
Number of tubes in use?
0
Comment. -
Anaerobic Digester
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of operation:
Floating
cover
Is the capacity adequate?
■
n
n
n
# Is gas stored on site?
n
■
n
n
Is the digester(s) free of tilting covers?
■
n
n
Q
Is the gas burner operational?
■
n
❑
❑
Is the digester heated?
■
n
n
n
Is the temperature maintained constantly?
■
n
n
n
Page # 7

Permit: NCO025496
Inspection Date: 01/30/2008
Owner - Facility: Lincolnton WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Anaerobic Digester
Yes No
NA
NE
Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
■ n
n
n
Comment: Two primary and two secondary anaerobic digesters are operational. The
digesters were cleaned out in December 2007.
Pumps-RAS-WAS
Yes No
NA
NE
Are pumps in place?
■ n
n
n
nnn
Are pumps operational?
■
—
—
—
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
■
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?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
Upstream / Downstream SamDlina
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type, and sampling location)? ■ n n n
Comment:
Page # 8

\o�Or' c,goG
Michael F. Easley, Gover
n William G. Ross Jr.Secret
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources i
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
February 8, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 1490 0004 4505 6615
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Steve Peeler
Director of Public Works and Utilities
City of Lincolnton
PO Box 617
Lincolnton, North Carolina 28093
Subject: Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Tracking #: NOV-2008-LV-0076
Lincolnton WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO025496
Lincoln County
Dear Mr. Peeler:
A review of the September 2007 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a
violation of the following parameter:
Outfall Date Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
001 9/19/07 Antimony 61.3 µg/L 52 µg/L (Daily maximum)
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 Ms. Allocco of this Office for additional information.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Allocco or me
at [phone].
Sincerely,
Robert B. Krebs
Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Point Source Branch
Lincoln County Health Department
.one
��d,�hCarolina
NaAM711y
Mooresville Regional Office Division of Water Quality Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: wwwwww ncwaterquali� org 610 East Center Ave, Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115 Fax [phone]
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PRISM
LAB0RATORIES.INC.
Date: 06/26/06
Company: City of Lincolnton
Contact: Jamie Rhyne
Address: PO BOX 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Client Project ID:
Prism COC Group No:
Collection Date(s):
Lab Submittal Date(s):
Client Proiect Name Or No:
AUG 1 7 2006
Case Narrative
Effluent
G0606146
06/06/06
06/06/06
Effluent Pesticide
This data package contains the analytical results for the project identified above and includes a Case Narrative and Laboratory Report totaling
-"pages. A cj�ain-of-custody is also attached for the samples submitted to Prism for this project.
Data qualifiers are flagged individually on each sample. A key reference for the data qualifiers appears at the end of this case narrative. Quality
control statements and/or sample specific remarks are included in the sample comments section of the laboratory report for each sample
affected.
Semi Volatile Analysis
Analysis Note for Q15636 MS 2,4-Dinitrophenol: Recovery was outside of the control limits. Acceptable recovery was obtained in
the LCS. Matrix interference is suspected.
Analysis Note for Q15636 MS Hexachlorocyclopentadiene: Recovery was outside of the control limits. Acceptable recovery was
obtained in the LCS. Matrix interference is suspected.
Analysis Note for Q15636 MS Naphthalene: Recovery was outside of the control limits. Acceptable recovery was obtained in the
LCS. Matrix interference is suspected.
Analysis Note for Q15636 MSD 2,4-Dinitrophenol: Recovery & RPD were outside of the control limits.
Analysis Note for 015636 MSD 4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol: RPD value outside the control limits.
Analysis Note for 015636 MSD Benzo(k)fluoranthene: RPD value outside the control limits.
Oh hwhuNmtK'
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Volatile Analysis
rOpRESVILLE REGEONAL OFFICE
See report for comments.
+
Metals Analysis
No Anomalies Reported
AUG 2 1 2006
Wet Lab and Micro Analysis
Analysis Note for Q15537 MS Oil and Grease (HEM): Matrix interference is suspected.
Analysis Note for Q15749 MS Nitrate + Nitrite: MS recovery outside of the control limits.
WATER QUALITY SECTI®r
Please call if you have any questions relating to this analytical report.
Date Reviewed by: ra C. Rusmise Project Manager:
Signature: ` Q Si ture:
Review Date: 06/26/06 Approval Date:
Data Qualifiers Key Reference:
B: Compound also detected in the method blank.
#: Result outside of the QC limits.
DO: Compound diluted out.
E: Estimated concentration, calibration range exceeded.
J: The analyte was positively identified but the value is estimated below the reporting limit.
H: Estimated concentration with a high bias.
L: Estimated concentration with a low bias.
Terri le
06/26/06
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report relate only to the samples submitted for analysis.
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Date: 06/26/06
Company: City of Lincolnton
Contact: Jamie Rhyne
Address: PO BOX 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
M: A matrix effect is present.
Client Project ID:
Prism COC Group No:
Collection Date(s):
Lab Submittal Date(s):
Client Project Name Or No
Case Narrative
Effluent
G0606146
06/06/06
06/06/06
Effluent Pesticide
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Full Service Analytical & Environmental Solutions
City of Lincolnton
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
PO BOX 617
Lincolnton, NC 28093
NC Certification No. 402
SC Certification No. 99012
NC Drinking Water Cert. No. 37735
Project Name: Effluent Pesticide
Project ID: Effluent
Sample Matrix: Water
Laboratory Report
05/23/06
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Prism Sample ID:
152637
COC Group:
G0606146
Time Collected:
06/06/06 8:24
Time Submitted:
06/06/06 16:30
Parameter
Result
Units
Report
MDL
Dilution Method
Analysis Analyst
Batch
Limit
Factor
Date/Time
ID
Organochlorine Pesticides and PCBs by GC/ECD
4,4'-DDT
BRL
pg/L
0.0050
0.036
1 608
06/15/06 13:41 ivogel
Q15613
Aldrin
BRL
pg/L
0.0050
0.018
1 608
06/15/06 13:41 jvogel
Q15613
Dieldrin
BRL
pg/L
0.0050
0.013
1 608
06/15/06 13:41 jvogel
Q15613
Sample Preparation:
1030
mL /
1 mL 608
06/13/06 7:00 smanivanh
P15609
Surrogate
% Recovery Control Limits
Tetrachloro-m-xylene (TCMX) 47
40 - 134
Decachlorobiphenyl (DCB)
56
13 - 186
Semivolatile Orqanic Compounds by GC/MS
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene
BRL
1,2-Dichlorobenzene
BRL
1,2-Diphenylhydrazine
BRL
1,3-Dichlorobenzene
BRL
1,4-Dichlorobenzene
BRL
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
BRL
2,4-Dichlorophenol
BRL
2,4-Dimethylphenol
BRL
2,4-Dinitrophenol
BRL
2,4-Dinitrotoluene
BRL
2,6-Dinitrotoluene
BRL
2-Chloronaphthalene
BRL
2-Chlorophenol
BRL
2-Methylnaphthalene
BRL
2-Nitrophenol
BRL
3,3"-Dichlorobenzidine
BRL
4,6-Dinitro-2-methylphenol I ; •e
Oj BRL
4-Bromophenylphenyl ether
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.4
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
2.6
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.6
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.8
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
2.3
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.8
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
0.65
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
49
0.65
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
0.82
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.6
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
2.2
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
9.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
19
0.85
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
pg/L
9.7
1.9
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
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Full Service Analytical 3 Environmental Sdutions
City of Lincolnton
Project
Name:
Effluent
Pesticide
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project
ID:
Effluent
Prism Sample ID:
152637
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix:
Water
COC Group:
G0606146
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Time Collected:
06/06/06
8:24
Time Submitted:
06/06/06
16:30
Parameter
Result
Units
Report
MDL
Method Analysis
Analyst
Batch
Dilution
Limit
Factor
Date/Time
ID
4-Chloro-3-methylphenol
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
4-Chloropheny1phenylether
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.6
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
4-Nitrophenol
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.58
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Acenaphthene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.8
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Acenaphthylene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.0
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Anthracene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.95
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Benzidine
BRL
pg/L
49
9.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Benzo(a)anthracene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.91
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Benzo(a)pyrene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.97
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Benzo(b)fluoranthene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Benzo(g,h,i)perylene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.0
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Benzo(k)fluoranthene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.8
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Bis(2-chloroethoxy)methane
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Bis(2-chloroethyl)ether
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.0
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Bis(2-chloroisopropyl)ether
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.3
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate
130
pg/L
49
3.4
5
625
06/19/06 18:07
kelliot
Q15636
Butylbenzylphthalate
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.68
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Chrysene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.55
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Di-n-butylphthalate
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.4
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Di-n-octylphthalate
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Dibenzo(a,h)anthracene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Diethylphthalate
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
015636
Dimethylphthalate
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.4
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Fluoranthene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.91
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Fluorene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.4
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Hexachlorobenzene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.3
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Hexachlorobutadiene n�! �8
oe BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Hexachlorocyclopentadiene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.3
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
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NC Certification No.402
Laboratory Report
SC Certification
No. 99012
NC Drinking Water
Cert. No. 37735
05/23/06
Full Service Analytical 3 Environmental Solutions
City of Lincolnton
Project Name:
Effluent Pesticide
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project
ID:
Effluent
Prism Sample ID:
152637
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix:
Water
COC Group:
G0606146
Lincolnton, INC 28093
Time Collected: 06/06/06
8:24
Time Submitted: 06/06/06
16:30
Parameter
Result
Units
Report
MDL
Dilution Method Analysis
Analyst
Batch
Limit
Factor
Date/Time
ID
Hexachloroethane
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Indeno(1,2,3-cd)pyrene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Isophorone
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.6
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
N-Nitrosodi-n-propylamine
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
N-Nitrosodimethylamine
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.97
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
N-Nitrosodiphenylamine
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.5
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Naphthalene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
2.1
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Nitrobenzene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.8
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Pentachlorophenol
BRL
pg/L
9.7
1.7
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Phenanthrene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.87
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Phenol
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.87
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Pyrene
BRL
pg/L
9.7
0.88
1
625
06/16/06 21:21
kelliot
Q15636
Sample Preparation:
1030
mL /
1 mL 625
06/13/06 7:00
smanivanh
P15621
Surrogate
% Recovery
Control
Limits
Terphenyl-d14
112
10 - 154
Phenol-d5
24
10 - 48
Nitrobenzene-d5
88
22 - 103
2-Fluorophenol
32
10 - 59
2-Fluorobiphenyl
103
29 - 112
2,4,6-Tribromophenol
116
27 - 125
Hardness, EDTA Titrimetric Method
Hardness
Mercury by CVAA
Mercury
Sample Preparation:
27 mg/L 5.0 0.58 1
BRL mg/L 0.0002 0.000044 1
20 mL / 30 mL
130.2 06/16/06 11:00 mlandreth Q15677
245.1 06/13/06 11:53 cnguyen Q15558
245.1 06/13/06 7:55 cnguyen P15605
Metals by ICP
Antimony 0.094 mg/L 0.010 0.0030 1 200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell Q15513
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NC Certification No. 402
Laboratory Report
SC Certification
No. 990 99012
NC Drinking Water
Cent. No. 37735
05/23/06
Full Service Analytical 8 Environmental Solutions
City of Lincolnton
Project
Name:
Effluent
Pesticide
Client Sample ID: EFF
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project
ID:
Effluent
Prism Sample ID: 152637
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix:
Water
COC Group: G0606146
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Time Collected: 06/06/06
8:24
Time Submitted: 06/06/06
16:30
Parameter
Result
Units
Report
MDL
Dilution
Method Analysis Analyst
Batch
Limit
Factor
Date/Time
ID
Arsenic
BRL
mg/L
0.010
0.0036
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Beryllium
BRL
mg/L
0.0010
0.0003
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Cadmium
BRL
mg/L
0.0010
0.0002
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Chromium
0.0090
mg/L
0.0050
0.0009
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Copper
BRL
mg/L
0.010
0.0017
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Lead
BRL
mg/L
0.0050
0.0011
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Nickel
BRL
mg/L
0.010
0.0009
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Selenium
BRL
mg/L
0.020
0.0056
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Silver
BRL
mg/L
0.0050
0.0008
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Thallium
BRL
mg/L
0.010
0.0048
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Zinc
0.093
mg/L
0.030
0.0027
1
200.7 06/12/06 17:33 mcampbell
Q15513
Sample Preparation:
50
mL /
50 mL
200.7 06/12/06 7:55 cnguyen
P15591
Nitrate + Nitrite by Automated Cadmium Reduction
Nitrate + Nitrite
1.5
mg/L
0.10
0.012
1 SM4500-NO3 F 06/20/06 15:47 celfaki
Q15749
Total Phosphorus by Automated Ascorbic Acid Reduction Method
Total Phosphorus 0.34 mg/L 0.050 0.013 1 SM4500-P F 06/15/06 17:20 celfaki Q15662
Sample Preparation: 50 mL / 50 mL SM4500-P B5 06/15/06 12:00 celfaki P15628
Total Dissolved Solids
Total Dissolved Solids 480 mg/L 20 16 1 160.1 06/12/06 16:45 mlandreth Q15561
Total Kieldahl Nitrogen Colorimetric Semi Automated Block Digester AAIII
Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen 0.73 mg/L 0.50 0.065 1 351.2 06/15/06 9:58 cmatthews Q15647
Sample Preparation: 50 mL / 50 mL 351.2 06/14/06 12:20 cmatthews P15633
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NC Certification No. 402
SM
SC Certification No. 99012
NC Drinking Water Cert. No. 37735
Full Service Analytical 8 Environmental Solutloro
City of Lincolnton
Project Name: Effluent Pesticide
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project ID: Effluent
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix: Water
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Laboratory Report
05/23/06
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Prism Sample ID:
152637
COC Group:
G0606146
Time Collected:
06/06/06 8:24
Time Submitted:
06/06/06 16:30
Parameter Result Units Report MDL Dilution Method Analysis Analyst Batch
Limit Factor Date/Time ID
Sample Comment(s):
BRL = Below Reporting Limit
J = Estimated value between the Reporting Limit and the MDL
The results in this report relate only to the samples submitted for analysis and meet state certification requirements other than
NELAC certification except for those instances indicated in the case narrative and/or test comments.
Angela D. Overcash, V.P. Laboratory Services
Me -8 ce
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NC Certification No. 402
SC Certification No. 99012
NC Drinking Water Cert. No. 37735
Full Service Analytical S Environmenhl Solutions
City of Lincolnton
Project Name: Effluent Pesticide
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project ID: Effluent
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix: Water
Lincolnton, INC 28093
Parameter Result Units Report MDL Dilution
Limit Factor
Purqeable Organics by GC/MS
1,1,1-Trichloroethane
BRL
1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
BRL
1,1,2-Trichloroethane
BRL
1,1-Dichloroethane
BRL
1,1-Dichloroethene
BRL
1,2-Dichlorobenzene
BRL
1,2-Dichloroethane
BRL
1,2-Dichloropropane
BRL
1,3-Dichlorobenzene
BRL
1,4-Dichlorobenzene
BRL
Benzene
BRL
Bromodichloromethane
BRL
Bromoform
BRL
Bromomethane
BRL
Carbon Tetrachloride
BRL
Chlorobenzene
BRL
Chloroethane
BRL
Chloroform
BRL
Chloromethane
BRL
cis- 1,3-Dichloropropene
BRL
Dibromochloromethane
BRL
Ethylbenzene
BRL
Methylene Chloride
BRL
Tetrachloroethene
BRL
Toluene
BRL
trans- l,2-Dichloroethene ,M �8 oe
v G
BRL
trans- 1,3-Dichloropropene
BRL
Trichloroethene �i
BRL
Laboratory Report
05/23/06
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Prism Sample ID:
152638
COC Group:
G0606146
Time Collected:
06/06/06 8:30
Time Submitted:
06/06/06 16:30
Method Analysis
Analyst Batch
Date/Time
ID
pg/L
5.0
0.75
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.62
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.63
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.39
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.65
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.23
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.61
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.77
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.33
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.71
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.35
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.83
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
015657
pg/L
5.0
0.36
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
10
1.8
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.62
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.23
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
10
0.72
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.63
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
10
0.57
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.67
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.72
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.31
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
1.1
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.38
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.24
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.81
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.45
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
pg/L
5.0
0.79
1
624
06/15/06 13:07 erussell
Q15657
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Limm
SC Certification No. 99012
Al
NC Drinking Water Cert. No. 37735
Full Service Ana""" 3 Emironmenhl Soludone
City of Lincolnton
Project Name: Effluent Pesticide
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project ID: Effluent
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix: Water
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Laboratory Report
05/23/06
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Prism Sample ID:
152638
COC Group:
G0606146
Time Collected:
06/06/06 8:30
Time Submitted:
06/06/06 16:30
Parameter
Result Units
Report
MDL Dilution Method Analysis Analyst Batch
Limit
Factor Date/Time ID
Trichlorofluoromethane
BRL Ng/L
10
0.39 1 624 06/15/06 13:07 erussell Q15657
Vinyl Chloride
BRL pg/L
10
0.72 1 624 06/15/06 13:07 erussell Q15657
One surrogate
recovery was outside the
control
limits. No target compounds were detected in
this sample. No further action was taken.
Surrogate % Recovery Control Limits
Toluene-d8 109 75 - 121
Dibromofluoromethane 113 74 - 133
Bromofluorobenzene 178 # 69 - 139
Total Cyanide. Colorimetric Method
Cyanide, Total 0.0038
mg/L
0.0020 0.0016 1
335.2
06/13/06 14:31 cmatthews
Q15553
Sample Preparation:
500 mL / 500 mL
SM4500-CN C
06/12/06 15:50 cmatthews
P15612
n-Hexane Extractable Material (HEM* Oil and Grease)
Oil and Grease (HEM) 5.7
mg/L
5.0 1.3 1
1664A
06/12/06 14:20 %wonder
Q15537
Total Recoverable Phenolics Soectroohotometric
Manual 4-Aft with Distillation
Phenolics, Total BRL
mg/L
0.050 0.027 1
420.1
06/09/06 12:50 mlandreth
Q15473
Sample Comment(s):
BRL = Below Reporting Limit
J = Estimated value between the Reporting Limit and the MDL
The results in this report relate only to the samples submitted for analysis and meet state certification requirements other than
NELAC certification except for those instances indicated in the case narrative and/or test comments.
Angela D. Overcash, V.P. Laboratory Services
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NC Certification No. 402
a'�
SC Certification No. 99012
NC Drinking Water Cent. No. 37735
Full Service Analytical 3 Environmental Solutions
City of Lincolnton
Project Name: Effluent Pesticide
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project ID: Effluent
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix: Water
Lincolnton, NC 28093
Parameter
Laboratory Report
05/23/06
Client Sample ID:
EFF
Prism Sample ID:
152639
COC Group:
G0606146
Time Collected:
06/06/06 12:04
Time Submitted:
06/06/06 16:30
Result Units Report MDL Dilution Method
Limit Factor
Analysis Analyst Batch
Date/Time ID
Mercury by CVAFS
Mercury 3.6 ng/L 1.0 0.12 1 1631E 06/20/06 11:42 erussell Q15739
Sample Preparation: 500 mL / 500 mL 1631E 06/08/06 14:15 erussell P15573
Sample Comment(s):
BRL = Below Reporting Limit
J = Estimated value between the Reporting Limit and the MDL
The results in this report relate only to the samples submitted for analysis and meet state certification requirements other than
NELAC certification except for those instances indicated in the case narrative and/or test comments.
Angela D. Overcash, V.P. Laboratory Services
lyric -a oe
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NC Certification No. 402
SC Certification No. 99012
k
NC Drinking Water Cert. No. 37735
Full Service AnalyticaI & Environmental Solutions
City of Lincointon
Project Name: Effluent Pesticide
Attn: Jamie Rhyne
Project ID: Effluent
PO BOX 617
Sample Matrix: Water
Lincointon, NC 28093
Laboratory Report
05/23/06
Client Sample ID:
EFF FB
Prism Sample ID:
152640
COC Group:
G0606146
Time Collected:
06/06/06 12:04
Time Submitted:
06/06/06 16:30
Parameter Result Units Report MDL Dilution Method Analysis Analyst Batch
Limit Factor Date/Time ID
Mercury by CVAFS
Mercury BRL ng/L 1.0 0.12 1 1631E 06/20/06 11:37 erissell Q15739
Sample Preparation: 500 mL / 500 mL 1631E 06/08/06 14:15 erussell P15573
Sample Comment(s):
BRL = Below Reporting Limit
J = Estimated value between the Reporting Limit and the MDL
The results in this report relate only to the samples submitted for analysis and meet state certification requirements other than
NELAC certification except for those instances indicated in the case narrative and/or test comments.
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Mr. James S. Rhyne
City of Lincolnton WWTP
P O. Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Michael F Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr, Secretary
North Carolina Department or Environment and Natural Resources
20 November 2006
SUBJECT: Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification Renewal
Dear Mr. Rhyne:
Alan W Klimek, P E Director
Division or Water Quality
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources, in accordance with the provisions of NC GS
143-215-.3 (a) (10), 15 NCAC 2H .0800, is pleased to renew certification for your laboratory to perform
specified environmental analyses required by EMC monitoring and reporting regulations 15 NCAC 2B
.0500, 2H .0900 and 2L .0100, 0200, .0300, and 2N 0100 through .0800.
Enclosed for your use is a certificate describing the requirements and limits of your certification Please
review this certificate to insure that your laboratory is certified for all parameters required to properly meet
your certification needs.
Please contact your assigned inspector, Chet Whiting, at 704-235-2201 if you have questions or need
additional information.
Sincerely,
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Pat Donnelly
Branch Manager
Enclosure
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Mooresville Regional Office
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Laboratory Section 1623 Mail Service Center Raleigh. NC 27699-1623 Pltone [phone] Customer Service
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Certificate No.
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF THE
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
LABORATORY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
In accordance with the provisions of N.C. G.S. 143-215.3 (a) (1), 143-215.3 (a)(10) and NCAC 2H.0800:
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CITY OF LINCOLNTON WWTP
is hereby certified to perform environmental analysis as listed on Attachment I and report monitonng data to DWQ for
compliance with NPDES effluent, surface water, groundwater, and pretreatment regulations.
By reference 15A NCAC 2H .0800 is made a part of this certificate.
This certificate does not guarantee validity of data generated, but indicates the methodology, equipment, quality control procedures,
records, and proficiency of the laboratory have been examined and found to be acceptable.
This certificate shall be valid until December 31, 2007
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--iiPat Donnelly

Attachment
Lab Name:
Address:
North Carolina Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification
Certified Parameters Listing
City of Lincolnlon WWTP
P 0 Box 617
Lincolnton, NC 28092
Certificate Number:
Effective Date:
Expiration Date:
Date of Last Amendment:
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01 /01 /2007
12131/2007
The above named laboratory, having duly met the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H 0800, Is hereby certified for the measurement of the parameters listed below
L CERTIFIED PARAMETERS
INORGANICS
BOD
Std Method 5210E
RESIDUAL CHLORINE
Std Method 4500 Cl G
COLIFORM FECAL
Std Method 9222D (MF)
CONDUCTIVITY
Std Method 2510B
DISSOLVED OXYGEN
Sid Method 4500 0 G
AMMONIA NITROGEN
Sid Method 4500 NH3 F
pH
Std Method 4500 H B
RESIDUE SUSPENDED
Sid Method 2540D
TEMPERATURE
Sid Method 2550E
This certification requires mainlance of an acceptable quality assurance program, use of approved methodology. and satisfactory performance on evaluation samples Laboratories are
subject to civil penalties and/or decertification for Infractions as set forth In 15A NCAC 2H 0807